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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Poughquag, NY

The average rate is $20/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Poughquag, NY

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Tiana M.


Poughquag, NY

$20-21/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Daycare Teacher

5.0

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I'm moving downstate to the Hudson Valley region in July and looking for the perfect position before I make the move. I'm a student who just wrapped up an Associate's, and is certified both as a Child Development Associate and in Early Childhood Education. In addition to my certifications and degree, I've also just finished my...

Recent review:

5.0
Tiana has been our full-time nanny for well over a year and has become a part of our family. We love her positive energy, her great attitude, and her patience with our kids is unmatched. Tiana has experience...

Reviewed by Pia J.

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Debra D.


Poughquag, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

LPN.

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I've been a Lpn for 35 plus years. I have a vast amount of expierence with all age groups. Looking to care for you or your loved ones
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Holly L.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Available

5.0

(1)

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My entire life has been devoted to helping people. I started out working for the school district for 12+ years working as a teaching assistant for special needs children. I then worked for a beautiful woman in her 90's, she had dementia. After that I worked many different jobs with all kinds of people with all kinds of special...

Recent review:

5.0
Hired Holly to be a caregiver/companion for my 85 year old mother. She has worked for me for three days and all seems to be going well so far. Most of all she seems genuine and sincere about enjoying her time...

Reviewed by Alan A.

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Debra M.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Care

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For many years I worked as a mental health aide and enjoyed my position. I have many years experience and I love the job. Unfortunately I had to leave my job to go back to school to be a RN. I do have free time while in school and would love to be able to take care or help your loved one with special needs. I'm CPR certified,...
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Mary Carolyn M.


Pawling, NY

$24/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi, I'm Mary Carolyn (Carly) and I have a rich background in childcare, having cared for children aged 0-13, worked with special needs clients aged 8-23, and worked as a nanny for a3-month-old. Additionally, I worked as a private piano teacher for a home school group and enjoy implementing music in the lives of kids. Currently I...
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Megan W.


Wingdale, NY

$30-35/hr4 yrs exp

Care Giver/nanny

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I am 31 years old. I currently am a stay at home mom with a 16-month-old and a newborn. I have much experience watching children and working with children with special needs. I am an excellent driver, I will always arrive on time and I am very reliable. I also cook, clean and take care of the home. I am CPR, first aid, safety...
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Holly L.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I've been working with special needs children for eight and a half years at an elementary school as a teaching assistant. I was state certified for foster care, was certified for childcare, and I am a certified special education teaching assistant at a title 1 school.
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Tarrah M.


Dover Plains, NY

$14-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello , I am a mom of 3 children currently looking for work Monday thru Fridays . I am CPR, first aid , certified . I have many years experience working with children from birth to teen years. I have been employed for past 4 years as a teacher assistant, I have experience also with those with special needs. I'm looking forward...
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Nicolle A.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$23-25/hr9 yrs exp

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Hello! I'm going to grad school in the fall for speech therapy and I have shadowed many speech therapists as well as worked with kids who have ASD. My minor is college is deaf studies and I am familiar with American Sign Language. I am also familiar with AAC devices and children with behavioral problems.
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Rosemary W.


Patterson, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver, Direct Care Staff

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I have been working for people with disabilities in group homes for a long period of times. Besides this I also make sure their homes are clean up to state codes.
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Meghan S.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$20-38/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

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Hi! my name is Meghan and I am a licensed practical nurse. I would like to start nannying while going for my bachelors of nursing. I have 8 siblings and was a mother's helper since I was 8 years young. My younger brother has Down's syndrome so I have experience with special needs.
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Meghan S.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$25-35/hr4 yrs exp

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Hi! My names Meghan and I'm a pediatric nurse and full-time college student. I am going back to school in the fall to pursue my PA degree. During this time I will no longer be working as a nurse but still want to maintain the path I love ; which is helping children and families. I have experience with Autism, ADHD , ADD , DS.
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Connie C.


Wingdale, NY

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Patient Miracle Worker

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I am the mother of two children on the Autism Spectrum and through hard work got both to speak. One now attends college and the other lives at home with us as unfortunately she is not as high functioning. For our daughter I ran an at home ABA program for nearly a decade. I know the challenge, effort and patience it takes to help...
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Muna S.


Verbank, NY

$27-35/hr3 yrs exp

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My name is Muna I am a certified nurse assistant. I love what I'm doing. I'm very patient person I am caring loving always on time take my job serious always willing to learn new things
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Dy-taisha W.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$19/hr10 yrs exp

Well Experience Care Giver

5.0

(2)

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I'm a mother to a 3-year-old boy. I'm a head teacher for the toddler room, I've also cared for infants, adults with special needs, and children with special needs. I'm looking for a job where I can also bring my son with me to work. He's a typical 3-year-old boy who loves, super heroes, soccer and other sports. I'm reliable and...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Dy-taisha Is very caring, attentive, & reliable. She enjoys working with children & loves watching them grow.

Reviewed by Lauren L.

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Carla M.


North Salem, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello Everyone!! My name is Carla and I am 28 years old looking for a full/part time nanny job! I have been a camp counsler and baby sitter for about 12 years now! I love working with kids! My goal is to make everything fun and magical for kids. Arts is definitely my speciality when creating activities, exploring outside,...
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Kayla F.


Salt Point, NY

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Loving Nanny

5.0

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Hey there! My name is Kayla. I'm 24 years old. I've been nannying professionally since I was 17. I've nannied in both NY & Florida. I am CPR certified. I also have experience with special needs children. I currently nanny full time for a family in Ossining, NY. Before nannying, I worked intensively in pediatric behavioral...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Kayla was on time, professional, and extremely sweet to our little boy. She texted hourly updates—a helpful thing for a new parent—and made our experience great.

Reviewed by Care member

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Marianne L.


Mahopac, NY

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Open To Work

5.0

(1)

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My babysitting skills and experience, along with my positive attitude and friendly nature, position me to excel in this role. I have experience with special needs such as administering meals and/or medication via feeding tubes such as NG tubes or G-tubes. I would love the opportunity to meet your family and discuss my...

Recent review:

5.0
Marianne will make a great nanny for any family. We plan on reaching out to her for days here and there. Our needs changed and that was the reason we didn't hire Marianne outright. She was wonderful with our...

Reviewed by Arda O.

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Claudia G.


Danbury, CT

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi my name is Claudia. I worked for more than 15 year. My work was was with children with special needs in all the areas of learning development. Also I worked as a caregiver for infants and toddlers with developmental delays.
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Gianina L.


Danbury, CT

$40-50/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am a clinical nurse assistant with experience in special needs. I have experience with cerebral palsy.

Recent review:

5.0
Works very hard and very hands on. I am a quadriplegic and had the pleasure of working with her for 4 years now, and changed my life completely. Whoever hires Gianina would be very lucky! I wish she would have...

Reviewed by Vicky A.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Poughquag, NY

Tiana M.

5.0

Tiana has been our full-time nanny for well over a year and has become a part of our family. We love her positive energy, her great attitude, and her patience with our kids is unmatched. Tiana has experience teaching in a preschool environment and brings that expertise into the home, which has been...

- Pia J.

Holly L.

5.0

Hired Holly to be a caregiver/companion for my 85 year old mother. She has worked for me for three days and all seems to be going well so far. Most of all she seems genuine and sincere about enjoying her time with my mother. It is a relief to know that someone is there to take her out to the mall or...

- Alan A.

Dy-taisha W.

5.0

Dy-taisha Is very caring, attentive, & reliable. She enjoys working with children & loves watching them grow.

- Lauren L.

Kayla F.

5.0

Kayla was on time, professional, and extremely sweet to our little boy. She texted hourly updates—a helpful thing for a new parent—and made our experience great.

- Care member

Marianne L.

5.0

Marianne will make a great nanny for any family. We plan on reaching out to her for days here and there. Our needs changed and that was the reason we didn't hire Marianne outright. She was wonderful with our kids.

- Arda O.

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