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128 special needs caregivers are listed in Buffalo, NY
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Buffalo, NY
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Hello parents! My name is Jessica. I have several years experince working with children who have disabilities. I have worked with kids with autism, ADHD, ADD, etc. I love doing fun activities with kids like arts & crafts, swimming, coloring, playing games, playing outside, watching movies(Disney is my favorite!), etc. I can also...
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Hello, my name is Taylor. I have been working with kids for awhile now. I was a lifeguard for 3 years, and I have worked with all different kinds of kids. I am also a certified behavior technician, which means a behavioral technician provides mental health services to patients who struggle with a variety of behavioral problems,...
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Hello! My name is Ally, I am 23 years old and during the school year I am a special education I have experience working with children of all ages and abilities in various jobs. Besides teaching, I work for County Department of Parks and Recreation helping to run some of their adaptive programs, which are designed for children...
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Professional Patient Care Technician/ Certified Nurse Assistant/ Phlebotomist/ Companion/ Child and Adult Caregiver. My name is Lyntira. I'm a 38 y. o. female. I've been assisting individuals for over 20 years with day to day living activities. I simply am a people pleaser and love and enjoy helping learn and grow at every stage...
Charles G.
Buffalo, NY
$35-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
I've Worked With The Mentally Disabled For 5years And Also Worked For People Inc.
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I work with the mentally disabled and have years of experience that I can provide! I've worked with all ages from youth to senior citizens! Also dealt with handling medication for my clients! I'm a very out going person and love what I do so if you want someone to care for your family member with top care, I'm your guy!
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"Charles is a great caregiver. He took good care of my mother before she passed away and she grew to love him very much. He was always on time and tended to her needs and never had any issues or complaints. He...
Reviewed by Elizabeth D.
Kristin B.
Buffalo, NY
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have experience in a wide range of areas. Please contact me with any questions !!! Ive worked with children and adults who have have a range of disabilities from dementia, parkinsons, Tbi patients as well as behavior issues. Ive worker with children and the elderly .
Sydney R.
Buffalo, NY
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have experienced with my disabled grandfather and have volunteered with special needs children with Down syndrome
Evlena L.
Buffalo, NY
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Compassionate Soul Seeking Part-time Position Caring For Others
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Hello! I'm Evlena.
I am a recent Occupational Therapy Assistant graduate who is seeking a part-time position caring for others.
I would describe myself as a fun-loving nurturer who is compassionate about helping others live their best life.
I have 5+ years of experience in working with individuals with varying diagnoses...
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"Personable and engaging, cares about those left in her care"
Reviewed by Kelly B.
Hannah D.
Buffalo, NY
$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
Future Occupational Therapist Student Awaiting OT Program Start Date Next Fall.
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Good evening! My name is Hannah, and I worked as an ABA therapist for about 4 years during my undergraduate education. I quit only to focus on a few more classes I needed for graduate school. Now that I have finished my classes and been accepted into OT school, I am looking for a temporary position to fill my time until next...
Michele T.
Buffalo, NY
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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My parents are in their late 80's so I am well versed with the patience and love it takes to let the elderly feel that they still matter and help them to feel they are still somewhat independent. I would love to help you with your parents, I know the burden as I too am in the same situation with my parents.
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"Truly outstanding women, was fantastic with my three year old daughter. Punctual, creative, fun, respectful.
Highly recommend!!"
Reviewed by Maxwell W.
Aurora D.
Buffalo, NY
$16-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Aurora and I would love to work with you :)
I am a 21-year-old college student looking for a job as a babysitter or caregiver. I have several years of experience working with children of various ages from different families. I am fluent both in English and Italian. I lived in Italy for several years. I attended...
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I am a retired Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with over 40 years of caring for well, ill and special needs children form birth to age 21 years.
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"Patti, is the best! I love her and so do my twin boys. She comes and helps me with my twin boys once a week and I couldn't be happier. She, is caring, loving, trustworthy, honest, kind, dependable. The list...
Reviewed by Erin Z.
Aurora D.
Buffalo, NY
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Aurora and I would love to work with you :)
I am a 24-year-old college student looking for a job as a babysitter. I have several years of experience working with children of various ages. I am fluent both in English and Italian. I lived in Italy for several years. I attended school there and I worked part time...
Genine M.
Buffalo, NY
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have experience as a Pre School Teacher as well as some experience working with special needs children in OT/PT. I have substituted in the public school system with children grades PK-10. I am also a mother of 3 grown children so I have loads of experience with babies and beyond. In August I will be leaving my current position...
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"Genine has been our nanny since our son was 4 months old. She cooks, cleans, organizes, does carpool. During the pandemic she taught preschool for our son and he is now reading and doing second grade math at...
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Hi! My name is Justice and I'm a recent graduate at the University of Arizona, studying Community Education. I have over six years of babysitting and nannying experience with children of all ages, as well as special needs. I'm outgoing, fun, organized, caring, and flexible with my time. I love doing fun activities with children...
Jennifer C.
Buffalo, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a very nurturing motherly person, who loves to be engaging with kids of all ages. I love art, dance, books, yoga, mindfulness, & sign language! I am looking for work in the areas of child care and/or yoga, since I am a certified yoga instructor for adults & kids, as well as a nanny.
I am a Stay At Home Mom to a 2-year-old....
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"We love Jenn! She is so great with my 2.5 year old and 16 month old. They always have such a fun time way her house. She is a very nurturing, loving and patient caretaker. Highly recommend her!"
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Hello! My name is Calla, I am currently pursuing my masters in Nutrition & Dietetics at Buffalo State College.
My past experience as a child care provider includes nannying for a special needs child for over a year and a half. I currently nanny for two families. One with 2 school aged children and one with 2 toddlers. I am...
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"Calla is a phenomenal babysitter. She is dependable in every way and is able to adapt to constantly changing circumstances with ease. She cares for my 2 children (meals, driving, homework,...) and does...
Reviewed by Nilam Y.
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I am passionate about caring for and filling children's lives with joy!
I have 11 years of experience as a caretaker for infants, toddlers and children. I have also cared for children with special needs and dietary restrictions. I also have experience in house sitting and pet sitting.
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"Katherine seems to be a capable caregiver but is unfortunately unreliable. After hiring her for Saturday help, a medical issue came up and she quit. Understandable, things happen. Then I offered her just a 2-hr...
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Hi!
I have been taking care of children ever since I was old enough to take the American Red Cross Babysitting class and become a Certified Babysitter.
Now that I'm an adult, I still love taking care of children. They are so much fun to help to learn and I love watching them grow and develop.
I spent 1 year interning with...
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"As someone who is constantly working it's a pleasure to know my kids are not only safe with Taysha but are learning and developing great habits! My kids come back to me better than I left them! Would definitely...
Reviewed by Dave V.
Loleta L.
Buffalo, NY
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello my name is Loleta I would be glad to meet you an your family. I am a mother of 4, who are all now grow up. I was also a respit foster mother of children in need, I've care for Special needs children as well, I am also a caregiver, I am CPR certified and medication tech certified. I am great with companion care. I love...
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"Loleta babysat our 6 month old son. She is very warm and sweet. She was well versed in the caring for a child his age. I would use her again and would definitely recommend her!"
Reviewed by Kaili R.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Buffalo, NY
Charles G.
5.0
Charles is a great caregiver. He took good care of my mother before she passed away and she grew to love him very much. He was always on time and tended to her needs and never had any issues or complaints. He is awesome!!! I would recommend Charles to any family in need of a caregiver.
- Elizabeth D.
Evlena L.
5.0
Personable and engaging, cares about those left in her care
- Kelly B.
Michele T.
5.0
Truly outstanding women, was fantastic with my three year old daughter. Punctual, creative, fun, respectful.
Highly recommend!!
- Maxwell W.
Patricia S.
5.0
Patti has been wonderful to work with & we are truly grateful for her being part of our village! She was dependable, caring, and felt like an extension of our family during the time we worked with her. Our daughter took to her very well and enjoyed spending time learning and playing with Patti. We...
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Genine M.
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Genine has been our nanny since our son was 4 months old. She cooks, cleans, organizes, does carpool. During the pandemic she taught preschool for our son and he is now reading and doing second grade math at age 4 1/2. I seriously can’t say enough good things about her. We will be devastated when...
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Ratings for Buffalo, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Buffalo, NY are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 41 reviews of the 128 listed special needs caregivers.