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Shea S.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience
Respite care
My name is Shea. I am a full time (online learning) student at Texas State University. I have many years of experience working with people of all ages with special needs. My experience with seniors is limited but not non-existent. I recently worked with a 92-year-old woman and really enjoyed our time together and found it not...

Elysia B. says "You can stop your search for a caregiver. Really, go ahead and stop. You've hit the jackpot with Shea. Let me take a not-so-wild guess...you're looking...

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Luciana Paula P.

Career Nanny Experienced Available For Week, Night And Weekend

River Edge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I am a creative, responsible, reliable, friendly, and fun nanny who has over 6 years of experience in child care as well as experience in recreation with kids and teens. I also have experience driving kids to school or other activities and a degree in early childhood education. I am still interested in continuing my studies with...

Care Member says "Always present and engaged with my kids. They never want her to leave. "

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Maya S.

Babysitter/Tutor Available In NYC

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! I am a graduate student studying special education, with nannying experience and 2 years of classroom teaching. I am available for tutoring, and occasional babysitting this year. I do not have any more availability for consistent part-time or full-time work. Over the past 10 years, I have babysat for families with...

Caitlin E. says "Maya is a wonderful caregiver, everything we would hope for in someone watching our children. She has watched my two children, ages 1 and 4. She is...

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Tatyana J.

I Love Kids

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Tatyana, and I am a dedicated childcare professional with over a decade of experience. Based in the Bronx, NY, I have been caring for children since the age of 14, working as both a nanny and babysitter for families with diverse needs. I have extensive experience with infants, toddlers, school-aged children,...

Dailenyyy S. says "Hired her for temporary employment to care for my child & cater to her. She was very punctual , organized & had very good communication skills."

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Katherine R.

Flight Attendant With Several Years Of Experience In Child Care

Maspeth, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Katherine and I'm a flight attendant with a major US airline. With that job comes training in first aid, CPR, firefighting, and more emergency situations. I've worked with special needs children in the past while I was in school and participated in a reading club with them as well as volunteering in their...

Trish M. says "Katherine was just amazing to meet and hire! We have hired her several times now, my Son is beyond thrilled when she arrives!"

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Gabriella P.

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Union City, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Gabriella, and I'm a 21-year-old caregiver with five years of nanny experience and one year working in a daycare/preschool setting. I'm passionate about nurturing and educating children, and I pride myself on being energetic, patient, and creative. Over the years, I've built strong connections with children and...

Care Member says "Gabriella was so great playing with our 2yr old - they had so much fun together. She was on time and responsible. We will be hiring her again!"

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Edra M.

Loving Part-Time Caregiver

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am a Loving, Caring, Experienced woman. I have worked in childcare all my life. I have 3 grown children, of my own. My oldest son is Autistic, I have experience with children that have special needs. I have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked in a private day care, in the city of New York. I have...

Fabiola B. says "She took great care of our 7yo son during after school hours for a year. Amicable and extremely patient, helped with 1st grade homework. Good family...

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Ana H.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Great experience / reference available Saturday and Sunday . Am currently hold a RN from the state of Florida, love to work with special needs!

Liza F. says "I can not say enough about how amazing Ana is. She is prompt, communicative, and most of all truly caring. I had a last minute work trip and Ana was able to...

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Hannah W.

Current Student And Part-time Nanny

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
Hello! Over the years, I have worked in several childcare positions, and I always ensure I lead with kindness and patience. Most recently, I was an assistant preschool teacher at a Montessori school, where I became certified in positive discipline. I've developed close relationships with the families I've worked for, and they...

Care Member says "Hannah was outstanding with my daughter Elise. From the moment she walked in, she had a warm rapport with Elise and entertained her by reading books,...

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Andrea F.

Full Time Caregiver

Lyndhurst, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Home modification
hospice services
personal care
dementia
respite care
+ 1 more
My name is Andrea. I live in in Lyndhurst, I am Brazilian. I have experience and excellent references. I have experience with special needs, housekeeping and hospice. I am fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. I really love working with people, and I know it's a gift from God.

Amy E. says "I was so fortunate to find Andrea to care for my ailing mother. She is a beautiful, caring, compassionate woman who cared for my mother like she was her own...

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Rubi R.

Rubi R. From Bronx, NY

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Rubi! I was a college student majoring in Early Childhood Education before the pandemic and was in search of finding a position in my desired field to pay for my tuition. Since then, I've realized that I have more of a passion to help bring up the next generation with a different approach- something more personal....

Christopher D. says "Rubi is a great care taker. Amazing! My little sister and niece loved her. She was cheerful, energetic and full of spirit. Her love and admiration...

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Meriah J.

Professional Hands On Help

Rutherford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Hey guys, my name is meriah. I am a Very Fun, outgoing, energetic person. I spend lots of time around all ages, I am also very big on outdoor nature/adventure. Experience with light house cleaning, Clean driving Record, Available for background check, I am a Volunteer firefighter I am CPR and first aid certified, Lots of...

Conny H. says "Meriah was excellent with my mother, her patience was limitless, and very dedicated to daily chores In addition to keeping her engaged in small activities...

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Mariana A.

Mariana - Experienced Care-provider

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 10+ yrs of experience. I've worked with multiple children, twins, elderly and special needs. I am a mother my self and understand the struggle parents have when it comes to finding someone trustworthy and reliable. I do tutoring, transportation, back up, overnights, vacation and on call childcare. I care for children in...

Elizabeth M. says "We hired Mariana for babysitting our daughter and she was fabulous!! She went above and beyond taking excellent care of our daughter, giving her...

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Laetitia P.

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there, I have been working as a nanny for over 8 years in the US. I originally came from France as an Au pair. I studied marketing and communication. I love spending time with kids - planning activities, going places, doing crafts or reading... I can be a lot of fun but I also know how to strict when needed. I have...
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Amaris C.

Fort Lee, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Amaris and I have over 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have looked after children since I was 15 years old. My skills include feeding, dressing, diapering and bathing. I love to engage children in fun educational activities like arts and crafts, reading, outdoor activities like trips to the...

Preto G. says "Amaris is a very patient and caring babysitter. She is responsible and dependable. You can tell she loves working with kids and they love being around her....

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Adriana M.

Part Time

North Arlington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
home modification
hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
HI , my name is Adriana. I'm 56 years old . I have my certificate for Homemaker , CNA . In the last 4 years, I have taken care of eldery with special needs. I love taking care of seniors and providing all needs for families . I also clean and can prepare meals . I am CPR trained. I have my own car, reliable for doctors...

Nancy B. says "Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to...

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Valerie C.

Belleville, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Valerie. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I have many years experience with children of all ages. I am a certified K-8 teacher also certified in special education. I have a masters in education, teaching for 14 years. For the last five years I have worked in the school as a crisis counselor,...
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Viana V.

Where I Began

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I started working with children when I was 12, babysitting my younger sister and cousins. For 4 years I worked for the Boy Scouts of America both in NYC and Long Island which ran as an after-school program at schools in five boroughs grades 1-5. I was a program specialist and would lead the weekly lessons to my assigned den. A...

Roni M. says "Viana is AMAZING! She is reliable, timely, trustworthy, caring, playful with the children, honest, and any other positive adjective you can think of! She...

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Caro F.

Loving & Experienced Caregiver

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Believe it or not, I have been babysitting for more than 12 years! I've worked with many different families and summer camps over the years, so I'm comfortable with every age group. But my most recent experiences are with infants and toddlers. A bit of my background... I graduated from Tufts University in 2020 with majors in...

Care Member says "Caro was an incredible help to us last Summer when our childcare plans for my 1-year-old suddenly fell through. They worked with us several times a week...

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Kayme M.

Nanny To The Rescue!

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
Hello, I'm Kayme Working M-F as paraprofessional, I have my own after school class so a lot of experience with homework and extra curricular activities. I also have major experience with newborns and toddlers and special needs children. I listen very careful to directions and actions needed for them, as well as helping them...

Ashley M. says "Kayme has made my transition back to work SO much easier. I truly feel like we hit the jack pot having Kayme as our Nanny. Kayme has a very calming...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.94/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in West New York, NJ

Special Needs Caregivers in West New York, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Shea S.

You can stop your search for a caregiver. Really, go ahead and stop. You've hit the jackpot with Shea. Let me take a not-so-wild...

- Elysia B.

Luciana Paula P.

Always present and engaged with my kids. They never want her to leave.

- Care member

Maya S.

Maya is a wonderful caregiver, everything we would hope for in someone watching our children. She has watched my two children, ages 1 and 4....

- Caitlin E.

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