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Eileen M.

Looking Forward To Meeting You!

Yonkers, NY

4.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
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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Marcia A.

Child Care

Yonkers, NY

3.7(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Amarys M.

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
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Nabila K.

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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Marcia A.

Yonkers, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hello May name is Marcia! I am 32 years old I have experience with child care. I have my CPR and fist AD. I am patient, loving and punctual, I have more than 5 years working with children of different ages.
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Riley M.

Yonkers, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Fun Loving babysitter/nanny! I have experience with children of all ages , Special Needs Children, and children with heart diseases. Red Cross certified (certificate expired) CPR certified and first aid trained. I am currently in College for nursing and am looking for a family who can work with my schedule!
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Jacqueline M.

Yonkers, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
My name is Jacqueline. I've worked with children for many years with the NYC Department of Education as a teacher's assistant. Some of the grades included K-8 and special needs students. I'm also bilingual in Spanish and I Currently work as substitute teacher in the Yonkers school district.
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Silva D.

Part Time or Full Time

Yonkers, NY

1.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I love children . I have been a nanny for 20 years. I simply enjoy it. I am a fun, loving person with lots of love to give and lots of energy and have a creative and fun side I have also raised three kids all grown now I've worked with special needs children In a daycare Cared for my elderly parents who were in hospice before...
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Melissa H.

College Degree, Experienced Child Care Provider With 6+ Years Day Care Experience

Yonkers, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Melissa . I am a college graduate with me Associates Degree in Childhood Ed with a concentration in English. I graduated for North Rockland High School in 2008 and graduated Rockland Community College with my Associates degree. I have worked with many schools and agencies ranging from typical children to special needs...
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Amina K.

Child Care

Yonkers, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Amina and I have 10+ years of experience within childcare. Initially, I worked in a daycare but I eventually ventured out to work for families long term. I have experience caring for ages newborn-early school age. I've done everything from taking children to activities, school, light housekeeping, cooking, and cleaning...
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Debra A.

Senior Companion/Care Giver

New Rochelle, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Compassionate patience, caring woman looking for a companion/senior care giver job. Compassionate Companionship, assistance with bathing/dressing, meal prep, meds prompting, light housekeeping, errands, transportation. Help staying physically and mentally active and safe. Focus on quality of life. Non smoker, own...

Care Member says "Debra took the best care of my ailing mother until her passing this June. She is one of the most compassionate, level headed and skilled care givers I...

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Shavelle D.

Hackensack, NJ

4.5(0)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
I have been working with kids for as long as I can remember. I have nannied three wonderful kids. Volunteered at schools. And taken care and been a companion to kids with special needs. I love kids and have a high level of patience.
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Tracey G.

Special Needs, Senior Care

Bergenfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver for Special Needs, Senior Care, Child Care. I have over 18 years of experience. I am available for week night M-F overnight (flexible with start time)(7/8pm-7am)or weekend Fri-Sun overnight...

Christina D. says "As a first time mommy, I needed extra help with my son. At one month old Tracey came to the rescue! She was very patient not only with our son, but...

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Hawa J.

Loving Sitter

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hey, my name is Hawa and I am currently in my last year of college majoring in Social work. I love the arts of children. I have about 3 years of experience with all ages. I've worked for summer youth with kids ages 3-11, helping them with basic learning, learning to read write and math. I am a part time behavioral therapist for...

Care Member says "Very attentive, and she gives the best pep talks to both me and my child. There’s no game to childish for her, she loves to play with my child and my...

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Farima A.

Farima

New York, NY

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! I'm Farima, a dedicated and passionate individual with a love for working with children. I've had the joy of being a camp counselor at Bonjour New York, where I've had the opportunity to work with children of all ages. I have also experienced working with children with special needs, as well as families who speak French...

Kevin D. says "We were a bit nervous since it had been so long since we had used a nanny because of the pandemic. But the kids are still talking about her. We will...

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Geremias J.

Take Care Of Who Matters First

Eastchester, NY

5.0(0)
from
$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
As a professional care provider I have learned so many lessons and one that truly has made me love my work is understanding some people just need to be taken care first. As individuals we bring our Dynamics to the table. A person with disabilities have the same needs and wants we all have. Therefore, they are to be treated the...
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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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Tracey G.

Senior Caregiver

Bergenfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
*COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*Hi there! I am a qualified caregiver with 18 years of experience. I am available nights M-F 6/6:30pm-6am)or weekend F-Su overnight(F 6/6:30pm-Su 4/5pm) I am highly experienced in senior care (Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's) rehab, stroke, senior special...

Karen S. says "I interviewed this lovely candidate for a night position for my elderly Mom, who has early Alzheimers. Tracey is absolutely delightful, with a wealth of...

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Cheryl W.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
If you're looking for someone to actually love your children here I am. I am a high experienced nanny. For five years of experience. My family is relocating because of COVID. I've been with them long term and now I'm looking for a new family to love. I was a newborn specialist and then I became a nanny. I do light housekeeping,...

Richi G. says "Cheryl is an amazing nanny who started working with us when our son was 2.5 months old. Within a few days, she was able to identify our baby's cues...

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Drita V.

White Plains, NY

4.9(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Professional and personal 10 years plus experience with people in special needs, different age as well as diagnosis. CPR/ FIRST AID , PCT and HHA certified. Drive and have my own car. Looking forward to discuss your needs and give me a chance to make a difference with you/your loved one. Great references upon request. Thank...

Laura C. says "Drita has been a huge help to our family. Not only is she very knowledgeable in elder/dementia care (teaching us so much along the way), she is kind and...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.40/hr as of June 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Yonkers, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Yonkers, NY are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Eileen M.

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.

- Stacy B.

Marcia A.

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

- Lindsay A.

Debra A.

Debra took the best care of my ailing mother until her passing this June. She is one of the most compassionate, level headed and skilled...

- Care member

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