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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Amsterdam, NY
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 2 years
Special needs caregivers in Amsterdam, NY
Nina G.
Amsterdam, NY
$12-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Young Energetic Nurse Looking To Become Part Of The Family!
5.0
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Hi! My name is Nina I am a 25-year-old nurse of 1 year. I absolutely love my job and it shows. I am attentive and dedicated and driven. So many times I have advocated for my patients and given them the attention they need and deserve. I love hearing my special needs patients so appreciative of someone that brings a genuine joy...
4.7
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I'm an energetic, passionate, caring and responsible care giver and teacher. I'm currently a Special Education teacher in the local area. In December 2018, I obtained my Master's degree in Literacy instruction from UAlbany. I have been teaching for since 2014 but I have been in the education field my entire life. I come from a...
5.0
"I have known Meghan for the last 8 years. Meghan watches my nieces who are 11 and 13. She has been helping me out for the last several years. We have brought her with our family to Six Flags. She's very...
Reviewed by Diane W.
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Hi I'm Brittany. I have experience with special needs. I'm very passionate, caring, I have patience and I like to read, get outside, and paint!
Laniah P.
Amsterdam, NY
$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I've worked with liberty Arc for about a year and a half, I've also worked with broadway home care for about three months. I love working with individuals that have a little more brightness than most. Working with Liberty has taught me how to adjust to new people and give medicine, CPR And first aid kit training etc. I love to...
Allysa G.
Amsterdam, NY
$20-26/hr
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I have worked in daycare and hospital settings with people that have special needs. Anything I am not aware of how to do I am more than willing to learn! I am a certified patient care assistant through a hospital, I've also done about 3 years of cna work
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After I finish college and medical school I want to be a general practitioner, for the prime reason being that I love working and helping kids. I am CPR and First Aid certified, lifeguard certified, and I am fully bilingual in English and Spanish. Since I was in 14 I worked as a swim instructor in the summer with ages raging...
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I am a mom of a3-year-old boy, and I have a nephew who is now 15 years old, who I have also raised and he is a special-needs child.
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I have done housekeeping a few years back for a bed bound NYU students Love working with individuals who have special needs, bed bound, also have done security, elderly, senior citizens buildings
Lauren M.
Schenectady, NY
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Enthusiastic And Experienced Babysitter Available Work Whenever I Am Needed.
5.0
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I am very passionate about watching and teaching children as well as assuring their safety when they are in my care! I have worked in a classroom setting as a preschool teacher and have a Bachelors degree in early childhood education/special ed. The majority of my experience comes from nannying children from ages 7mo-6yrs....
5.0
"She was amazing with my son. She asked to bring him to the park as well as story time at our local library. Lauren prepared healthy meals for my son and gave him a very relaxed but fun morning. There was no...
Reviewed by Jeff L.
Brittany K.
Schenectady, NY
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
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My name is Brittany. I recently just stopped working at Ellis Hospital on the mental health unit for adolescents. In the childcare field, I have experience such as, working as a special ed TA, working as a lead teacher in preschool and toddler classrooms. And I have babysat for about 15 years. I am looking to get back into child...
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Compassionate caregiver with 27 yrs experience working in LTC facilities and homecare. I am skilled at managing schedules, keeping residents/clients active as possible. cultural sensitive with the ability to provide both emotional/physical support. Able to transport clients to appointments, shopping, social outings. End of Life...
Alexandria H.
Rotterdam Junction, NY
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Worker With Special Needs Children.
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I have many years of work and volunteer experience working with children and adults with special needs, I am also attending school online for social work. I love working with children with special needs I feel it is one of the most rewarding jobs, but I don't really consider it a job but a learning experience for the child and...
Brittany K.
Schenectady, NY
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Brittany, I am 29 years old. I recently just stopped working at Ellis Hospital on the mental health floor for adolescence. I have a lot of experience working with kids. I have babysat since I was 13 and still do to this day. And I have also been a lead preschool and toddler teacher. And I have worked at a...
5.0
"Brittany has been watching our children for a couple years. She also house / dog sits while we're on vacation. She's great with kids and pets and is a friend of the family. Very trustworthy. "
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I am a mom of 3 fantastic teens. I currently work as a caregiver for adults but miss caring for littles.
I took 2 years of Early Childhood Education in high school and a nanny course while nannying for a wonderful family. After my children were born I ran a home daycare for 4 years out of my home.
I am CPR/First aide...
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I have worked as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for over 30 years. My focus was in special education/developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorders. I also have experience with the geriatric/elder population. I loved my career! Being able to help people is just part of who I am so I would like to continue...
Saradee H.
Rotterdam Junction, NY
$16-21/hr
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I have been a behavioral technician for almost 3 years working with autistic children . I have both personal and professional experience.
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I have been working and volunteering with children and special needs children for over 10 years now. I am CPR and First aide certified. I love working with children and am very personable and enjoy doing arts and crafts sports and reading with children. I am majoring in psychology when I graduate I will be come a certified...
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I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and EPI Pen Injections.
I am a mom of 3 boys so I understand the demands of parenting. I have an associates degree in Occupational Therapy and have worked in multiple school settings over the years. I enjoy working with children. I have worked in the special...
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7 years experience caring for the elderly both in a clinical (as an LPN) and non-clinical setting. CPR/BLS certified, patient and professional. Experience working with dementia/Alzheimer's, special needs, hospice, and respite both at home and in facilities.
Tierney C.
Schenectady, NY
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Tierney and I am 25 years old. I am a junior at The College of Saint Rose and am getting my bachelors in History Education and my Masters in Special Education. I have 12 years of experience with children who are typically developing and who have special needs. I spent a year and a half as a nanny in NJ before I...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Amsterdam, NY
Meghan C.
5.0
Meghan was a fantastic nanny for both my girls for almost 3 months. She is responsible, caring, honest, communicative and on-time throughout her employment with me. She is also open minded in receiving feedback and guidance on how I would like my babies to be cared for, yet still offering her advice...
- Shannon M.
Lauren M.
5.0
She was amazing with my son. She asked to bring him to the park as well as story time at our local library. Lauren prepared healthy meals for my son and gave him a very relaxed but fun morning. There was no hesitation when it came to helping with potty training and working on a daily routine! Will...
- Jeff L.
Brittany K.
5.0
Brittany has been watching our children for a couple years. She also house / dog sits while we're on vacation. She's great with kids and pets and is a friend of the family. Very trustworthy.
- Care member
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Ratings for Amsterdam, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Amsterdam, NY are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.