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Danielle F.

Qualified Disability Nurse Looknig For Work In The NYC Area

Yonkers, NY

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Fully qualified intellectual disability nurse seeking to look after children or adults with various intellectual disabilities. I have experience in caring for children with down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, and prader willi syndrome to name a few. I have experience in working with all age groups, having worked with early...
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Yonkers, NY

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$19/hr
I have experience in typical children as well as special needs children. I have experience in changing, feeding, playing, & developmental work.
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Full-time Caregiver Available

Yonkers, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have personal experience in special needs. My youngest has Asperger's Syndrome. I was a licensed daycare provider. I worked with a family for a few years on weekends until they hired an Au pair, but continue off and on.
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Hello, I'm Evelin But I Go By Evie. I Am So Excited To meet Your Family!

Yonkers, NY

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello, I'm Evelin but I go by evie. Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own Siblings who I had to physically help my mom raised when she was diagnosed with cancer. My child care experience is from new born to 5 years old but im pretty much comfortable with any age. including special needs such as autistic. I...
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Fun Sitter!

Yonkers, NY

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Travel
meal prep
Hi! My name is Marbelis! and I'm currently pursuing my Master's in Psychology. I have several years of experience working with kids ages 6-18 in schools, mentoring programs, and home settings. I'm passionate about creating safe, engaging spaces where kids feel supported and understood. I'm also bilingual (English/Spanish)and...
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Part-Time Sitter

Yonkers, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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I am a teacher of students with special needs for 24 years. Even after 24 years teaching experience, I am still fascinated by child development. When I first came to the USA in 1985, I began working as a nanny and my desire to work in the field of education was born. I am from Ireland and have 2 grown step children. I like to...
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Yonkers, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I absolutely love spending time with children and aiding families with their childcare needs. Because of my previous positive nannying experience, I would love to have a new position until returning to college in mid-August. I am comfortable with and open to different methods of communication, and am also comfortable with...
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Irish Nurse Seeking A Nanny Job In The NYC Area

Yonkers, NY

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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi All, I am a fully qualified intellectual disability nurse looking for care work for children or adults with or without special needs! I am authorized to work in US as I am a citizen (can provide proof on request). I will be looking for work in the NYC area. I am certified in CPR including child and infant CPR, First Aid ,...
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Tuckahoe Aid

Yonkers, NY

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$23/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Thank you for choosing my profile! My background is enriched with both elderly and child care. I have experience and studied knowledge in special needs children also ones that just require extra attention. I love kids and what makes me the happiest between senior and child care is to know I am able to provide proper etiquette...
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The Fun Educator.

Yonkers, NY

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
Hi, I am a dual-certified New York State elementary teacher with over 10 years of experience working with children, including those with special needs. I am CPR and TCI certified, and my background includes tutoring, individualized support, and a strong commitment to building trusting, meaningful relationships with both...
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Cool Older Sister

Yonkers, NY

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$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
I've practically helped raise two of my younger siblings along with multiple nieces and nephews. I grew up along side various special needs family members so I'm very delicate and kind. I've volunteered at elementary schools, been a counselor for the pathfinders club (a form of Girl Scouts). In my friend group I'm the "Mom"....
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Yonkers, NY

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$40/hr
5 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Kaitlin and I am 26 years old. I love being outdoors and spending time with animals and family. I have 5 years of experience being a full time nanny. For 3 years, I took care of a 5, 8, and 11-year-old girl with CP, epilepsy, and global delays. For 2 years I took care of a 7-month-old, who was born deaf. He is now...
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Experienced Babysitter And Elementary School Teacher Available Weeknights And Weekends

Yonkers, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
I started working with children as a camp counselor when I was in high school. Since then, I have had many different babysitting jobs working with children ranging in ages from 1 -11 years old. I have experience working with families with a large number of children, and also have experience working with a child with special...
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Yonkers, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. I create a safe, supportive, and fun environment, and I enjoy engaging kids in learning and play. I'm patient, dependable, and passionate about helping every child thrive and feel valued in their own unique way.
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Compassionate Caregiver Looking For Full-time Work.

Yonkers, NY

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
companionship
mobility assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Tyshea H. I'm a certified home health aid with 13 years of experience and also a certified teacher assistant who cares for children with special needs on the autism spectrum with developmental disabilities I provide care to all such as memory care (Alzheimer Dementia) Special needs and companionship and ADL's. I...
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Yonkers, NY

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
I enjoy working with special needs and senior citizens . I've been in this field for 16 years and I consider this more than just a job. Truly love what I do and enjoy the connections I've made with individuals throughout my years . I'm currently a Residential Asst Manager overlooking 89 individuals but now I'm looking for a...
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Child Care

Yonkers, NY

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello there! My name is Marcia , and thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I currently work with a family. I am a certified care provider with CPR certification. I have experience with special needs children as well as toddlers, infants, and elementary school kids. I love the outdoors , reading, music . I am...

Lindsay A. says "My family adores Marcia. We would hire her again in a heartbeat. I recommend her highly. Your family will love her, too!!"

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Carpooling
Hello everyone! My name is Eileen and I've been a nanny since 2002 to the children of doctors, lawyers, teachers, school counselors and business executives. I dearly love children and they often find me quite amusing! I've worked with children of all ages (and special needs as well). Also, I'm an experienced caregiver to infants...

Stacy B. says "We just hired Eileen and she hasn't started yet, so I can't say anything more! But she seems really great that's why we hired her."

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Yonkers, NY

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as passionate honest hard working I like caring for people with special needs because I always have a strong desire to help people

PT Caregiver

Yonkers, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
My name is Nabila, I am currently a MA working in geriatrics. In my field I see many pts with Dementia and Alzheimer's, Dealing with pts. with Debilitating diagnosis has taught me a number of things such as patience, compassion, empathy and understanding, these are the personality traits I have developed however I am also...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.33/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.2

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