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Patrizia D.

Mastic, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I worked as an assistant teacher with autistic children ages 3 and 4. I have also worked with adults and have all my certifications. I have been fingerprinted and background checked already. I am a caring and compassionate person. Being Italian I am also a great cook. I speak fluent Italian and Spanish. Thank you so much and I...
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Experienced, Eager, Patient, Neat And Flexible

Miller Place, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
My name is Colleen, I am 51 and I am an LPN for the past 13 years. I have worked in the area hospitals on the adolescent psych unit, pediatric unit, med surg unit and in the ER. I worked many years doing private duty cases, with the elderly, I started to volunteer at a nursing home when I was just 12. I worked as a nurses aid...
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Sound Beach, NY

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Working with special needs , ALS, dementia , blind an quadriplegic people , help with personal higiene , bath , cooking , transfer with hoyer , tube feeding , administer medication. I'm very patience , honesty , animal lover and can learning routine faster . Fully vaccinated and working as a CDPA.
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Manorville, NY

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$20/hr
Hi! My name is Jackie! I am currently a physical education major at Queens College. I have not ever been paid to care for a person with sorcual needs, but I've taken classes in school and have worked with special needs children in a classroom environment! I would love to help your family!
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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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
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I'm a mother of two with a passion for working with individuals with special needs. I'm currently searching for a part time job during the week. I have three years of experience working with adults with disabilities in a group home setting, and seven months in community habilitation with the agency FREE. Recently I've started...
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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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Special Education Teacher

Mount Sinai, NY

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$20/hr
7 years experience
I have been teaching special education for 6 years in CT. I have experience in the classroom with middle school and high school aged students. I am currently teaching in a self-contained classroom with students with varying disabilities in the areas of reading and math. I am passionate about teaching special education students...
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Mount Sinai, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children, which is why I've devoted the past 10 years to educating children. My patient, calm, and friendly nature helps me connect well with children. I foster a safe and nurturing environment for them to thrive. I encourage imaginative play, engage in...
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Part-time Special Needs Caregiver

Ridge, NY

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Part-time Special Needs Caregiver. I've been working with individuals with disabilities for nine years and love working in this field. I've made very valuable connections and learned a lot. Currently, my availability is limited, so I am looking for part-time work where I can put my skills and experience to practice. Please feel...
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Moriches, NY

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, I hope you are doing well! I am seeking a summer time nannying position. I graduated from SUNY Oswego in May of 2024 with my bachelors degree in Childhood Education. I am a NYS Certified Teacher. I am currently working as a permanent substitute in an elementary school in the Patchogue Medford School District. I have been a...

Bill H. says "Madelyn came to my home and looked after my cats while I was away. She came by at least a couple of times a day to feed and check in on them. Madelyn also...

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Occasional Babysitting

East Setauket, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My current availability is date nights and any other occasional times! Unfortunately I'm not available for any full time positions at this time. Thank you for your interest! Hi, my name is Taylor! I have over 10 years experience as a babysitter, four years as a nanny, and taught at a summer science camp for kids ages 5-11 for...

Jennifer G. says "Taylor is absolutely amazing. She provided care for my first when he was just 5 months old and still at 5 years old! She has a knack for sustaining...

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Full-Time Caregiver Available

Shirley, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am an experienced Nanny and child care provider and member of the Suffolk County Childcare Council . I have cared for, educated, and nurtured children ranging from 6 months to 13 years. I provide a loving, stable, safe environment where children are treated as family, and trusted respectful relationships are developed with...

Care Member says "It’s a pleasure to recommend Kathy, who has been a wonderful caregiver for my child over the past year. From the beginning, she created a warm and...

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Your Children Will Love Me!

Centereach, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Savi, and my experiences with children include that I Babysat for my own 5th grade teacher (3 children) after elementary for 6 years and assisted her in her classroom for 5 years, I was a live in nanny in Washington state for 6 months(2 children). Currently take care of a 2-year-old (since 10 months) and an...

Care Member says "Savannah is an exceptional babysitter who goes above and beyond in every aspect of childcare. From the very start, her punctuality and professionalism...

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Babysitter

Saint James, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Jocelynne. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old and have always naturally gravitated toward being someone who loves to babysit and care for children, definitely an innate trait for being the oldest sibling. My most up to date babysitting experience is that I am currently babysitting for a family &...

Mila C. says "I came across Jocelynne's care.com page as I was looking for babysitters for my busy schedule. From the moment I met her I knew she'd be the one to be there...

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Part-time Care Giver

Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
visiting physician
Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.

Emil R. says "Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be...

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Experienced Caring Nanny

Nesconset, NY

4.3(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 10 years of childcare experience. Most of my time has been spent with infants/toddlers but I have also worked with pre-k and school aged children. I am CPR and first aid certified, have excellent references, and a recent background check. I have worked as a nanny, night nanny/sleep training, babysitter, pre-k and daycare...

Jill M. says "My son is very energetic and Sam could always keep up with him and redirect his energy."

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Nesconset, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's, Special needs and Hospice care. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well...

Care Member says "Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits. So happy to...

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Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Karen. I am seeking a part-time caregiver position supporting individuals with special needs. With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in caring for individuals with cerebral palsy, autism, and other developmental challenges. My skills include providing daily living assistance, medication management, and...
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Highly Experienced, Professional And Outgoing Nanny!

Coram, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi... I'm Allie and I have over 10 years of quality childcare experience! I currently work part time as a preschool teaching assistant for children with special needs, and before that I was a full time nanny for 4 years in NYC. I hold a bachelor's degree in child psychology! In addition, I am the mother of one soon to be...

Steven B. says "Allie is a stellar caregiver. She is kind and patient with our kids. They do not feel comfortable around everyone, so it's nice to see. Allie's little boy...

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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 😁

- Care member

Madelyn D.

Madelyn came to my home and looked after my cats while I was away. She came by at least a couple of times a day to feed and check in on...

- Bill H.

Taylor H.

Taylor is absolutely amazing. She provided care for my first when he was just 5 months old and still at 5 years old! She has a knack for...

- Jennifer G.

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