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Kathleen B.

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Wading River, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with special needs children on and off for the last 10 years, I am currently employed at a school for autistic children. Although challenging at times I have found this to be one of the most rewarding jobs I have held. I am a patient, loving, energetic and fun person. I seem to bond well with the children I...
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Nanny/Special Needs Caregiver

Wading River, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
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I have worked with children most of my adult life. I am the mother of 4 grown children the youngest being 23. I was employed at Wading River Elementary School and Just Kids in Ridge. I am currently a nanny in the am. I enjoy sports, crafts, reading and games. I have tons of patience and a great sense of humor.
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Riverhead, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
My passion is in taking care of children of all ages. Over the years I have had the privilege of working with families and caring for their children. I have a patient, kind & loving personality. I can keep parents informed about their children's day & adapt to each individual families needs. It is important that I provide a safe...

Care Member says "Gina is a very caring, loving person and has a good heart, Always cares about others & is very kind 😁"

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Experienced Babysitter

Calverton, NY

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Luiza! An East Hampton local with 8 years of babysitting experience. I recently graduated with my masters in mental health counseling from SUNY Buffalo and am home for the summer before I start my full time work as a therapist. I am looking for a position starting end of July until end of August. As a therapist that...

Care Member says "Luiza is all you want in a sitter. She is punctual, friendly, helpful, easy and great w kids and professional in every way. My daughter loves her!"

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Preschool Teacher/ Experienced Child Care Provider Available For P/t Position

Calverton, NY

3.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a mature, responsible and caring Preschool Educator/ child care provider. Also a mother of two grown daughters. I hold an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education, and am a Certified Day Care provider. My experience ranges from p/t babysitter to F/T nanny. I have cared for children from infants through teens,...

Care Member says "I wish there were more stars to rate, Linda would earn them all! Linda was my daughter's full time nanny from 6 months old into her toddler years. She...

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Manorville, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
1 year experience
For almost a year now I have worked with someone who has a developmental disability and some physical disabilities. I have also babysat since I was 12. Additionally, I was a caretaker for someone with dementia for a short period of time as well.
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Retired School Teacher

Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
I am a retired elementary school teacher. I am CPR/AED certified. I taught a Pre-K readiness program and designed a Pre-K music and arts curriculum. I have experience with special needs children. I am also a CNA and Geriatric Specialist. I am experienced in private and institutional settings. I offer child care, and companion /...

Liz B. says " I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We trust her very...

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Riverhead, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
I have taken care of special needs children in the past. I babysit a young boy for 5 years who had diagnosed ADHD amongst other behavioral issues.
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Riverhead, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a mother of two boys and I absolutely love being a caregiver. I have been taking care of people of all ages for many years now. I specialize in private home care. I am very responsible, trustworthy, caring and reliable. I can provide excellent references upon request. Please feel free to give me a call, I would love to meet...
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Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
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Sound Beach, NY

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
I'm a natural caregiver with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With over three years of experience as a childcare provider, I'm skilled at fostering a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children. My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my creativity, makes me a trusted companion for...
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Teacher/Nanny Looking For A Full Time Position

Mount Sinai, NY

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi, I'm Paula I love kids so much and that is why I did my degree in Education. I have been working with kids from 0 to 12 since I was 17 years old, as a student teacher, until I became a teacher in my home country, Brazil. I would also always babysit asides. In addition to that, I have been a nanny for the last 2 and half...
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Available Weekdays And Or Weekends For When Parents Have To Go To Work Or Go Out.

Middle Island, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
Experienced child care with 2 young boys, 1 with special needs. I have a full time job managing a business. I attend school daily. I am currently in college looking forward to get my degree in social work.
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Young, Strong and Energetic

Miller Place, NY

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$15/hr
I have worked with children for the last seven years and I have experience dealing with children with all needs. I enjoy sports, working out, writing, the beach, poetry and spending time with children teaching.
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Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays

Mastic, NY

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi my name is Leah and I am 24 years old. I'm very energetic, creative and love children. I enjoy singing, dancing, listening to music and spending quality time with my family and friends. All my life I have been around children, helping care for them and watching them since I was 10. This was usually with my church or a family...
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Mastic, NY

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I am 20 years old and I am currently employed at an IRA for residents with intellectual/physical disabilities. I am CPR certified, AMAP'ed and currently doing pours to be gtube certified. I have been trained to shower, feed, thicken liquids, use lifts for wheelchair transfer and much more
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Sitter Who Has Experience With Special Needs

Sound Beach, NY

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$23/hr
10 years experience
I have been caring for children for over 15 years. I have experience caring full time for children with learning, physical and or emotional disabilities. I also have experience with hearing impaired and can sign. I am currently a care taker for a 3-year-old boy who requires physical therapy, occupational therapy, special...
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Mount Sinai, NY

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$27/hr
6 years experience
As Teacher I have had plenty of special needs students, mainly autistics. My last job I took care of twins special needs for year full time.
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Riverhead, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have done private in home cases for about 5 years. I've done toileting, bathing, food prep, housekeeping, meds, doctor appointments, grocery runs. I've also worked at two health agencies as companion and one of those were for special need individuals . I'm CPR/ first aid certified . I'm very good with kids , I'm a peoples...
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Middle Island, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
I'm a certified CNA with over 10 years of experience providing compassionate and reliable care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I assist with daily living activities, medication reminders, mobility support, and companionship. My goal is to ensure comfort, dignity, and a positive environment for every person I care...
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  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Wading River, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Wading River, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Gina G.

Gina is a very caring, loving person and has a good heart, Always cares about others & is very kind 😁

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Luiza P.

Luiza is all you want in a sitter. She is punctual, friendly, helpful, easy and great w kids and professional in every way. My daughter...

- Care member

Linda G.

I wish there were more stars to rate, Linda would earn them all! Linda was my daughter's full time nanny from 6 months old into her toddler...

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