Compare top special needs caregivers
Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Averill Park, NY
We have 60 special needs caregivers in Averill Park, NY! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.
How it works
Share details about your special needs caregiver needs
Match with highly rated local special needs caregivers near you
Compare special needs caregiver options and choose the best fit
Special needs caregivers in Averill Park, NY
5.0
(4)
Background Check
I have three kids of my own oldest is 16 youngest is 6. My youngest is disabled so I have experience with special needs as well as I worked in human service field for 10 years between adults and children. I also have two dogs so pets are no issue for me. I prefer something off the books. I have experience with dementia, pretty...
5.0
"She's very loving great with all ages and is a well round woman "
Reviewed by Arianna A.
4.0
(4)
Background Check
I am looking to provide childcare in your home. I am a mom to a 26 yr old and 21 yr old twins who were premature.
I believe hands on experience is the best. I have been providing childcare since I was 16 years old. I have had some paid experience being a night nanny to infant twin boys. Besides having experience with twins I...
5.0
"I have known Tammy for almost 30 years! I have watched her raise her now adult children since birth! She even raised twins. A boy and a girl. She did it with ease. Always patient. Always kind!"
Reviewed by Melissa P.
5.0
(1)
Background Check
I am an established Self Direction Professional with Wildwood Programs and am currently working part time with 1 client.
I have 25 years of experience as a Store Manager has afforded me advanced training with teaching, communication, effectively handling many learning styles and bringing out the best in every individual. ADHD...
5.0
"Sandy is wonderful. She cleans for us weekly and does a fantastic job. She's reliable and hardworking. My house has never looked better and she's a super nice and caring person. I highly recommend her."
Reviewed by Gena G.
5.0
(1)
Background Check
Hi there,
My name is Molly, I am 27 years old, and I have several years experience babysitting and tutoring school aged children during my college years, as well as 1. 5 years working as a teaching assistant at a day care for infants and toddlers. Most recently, I worked for over a year at a residential treatment center for...
5.0
"reliable part-time caregiver. worked with our family to look after our 3yo and 2yo. managed their time without screens, handled dinner & bedtime, as well as basic household chores related to the kids (clean-up...
Reviewed by Donovan C.
5.0
(1)
Background Check
I have 10 years of experience. I have special needs background, and practice gentle parenting! Please message me with any and all questions! I'm very peaceful and passionate, and I love developing friendships with families.
5.0
"Compassionate and patient. Has babysat my daughter multiple times and she always gets picked up with a smile on her face, asking when she is going back. Her son is well behaved and a great friend/ play mate for...
Reviewed by Kristen E.
5.0
(5)
Background Check
Hi! My name is Judy and I am presently seeking a part time or full time child care provider position. My experience includes taking care of my three grandkids from birth. The oldest is now 12 years old. I have also worked with twins and children with special needs such as autism, cerebral palsy, and ADHD for the past 4 years. My...
5.0
"Judith is an amazing Nanny. She took care of my two children with enthusiasm and diligence. One of my children has Autism and is nonverbal. Judith was very patient with him and understood his needs. She...
Reviewed by Parker O.
5.0
(2)
Background Check
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile! I have been a professional nanny / house manager for over 25 years and have helped many families.
I am a certified newborn care specialist. I have experience with twins and special needs children. I have tutored and helped school age children with homework. Although the children...
5.0
"Barbara has worked with us for the last few months, and would still be working with us if she was not moving. Although it breaks our hearts to lose Barbara, we know that she will be an amazing addition to...
Reviewed by Jennifer M.
5.0
(1)
Background Check
Tanika Y from Albany, Ny
I am 37 yrs young and absolutely love caring for children! I'm fun loving.. energetic.. self driven and absolutely enjoy being a caregiver. I'm looking ro make some extra money. So I thought why not try doing what I love most of all. I have 15+ years of experience in childcare. Currently I have my CDA...
5.0
"I hired Tanika to take care of my 15 year old girl, 12 yr old boy & 2 yr old baby girl & she’s absolutely amazing. She was hired as an employee but we parted as family due to the great care she provides. All of...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(2)
Background Check
I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
5.0
"I highly recommend Crystal as a senior caregiver. She took care of my 90 yr Father for over a year until his recent passing. She was professional, knowledgeable, very caring, extremely organized and...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(1)
Background Check
I have 30 years experience as an LPN in the Behavioral Health field. as part of my employment history, I have been a Director of a Women and Children's Halfway house in Albany, NY. I was responsible for the care of 14 mothers with their children that ranged from newborns to age 10. more recently I provided after school care to a...
5.0
"Tell us about your experience with Teresa K."
Reviewed by Praveen Y.
5.0
(1)
Background Check
I have worked in the human service field sense I was 18 and prior to that growing up my family always worked in that field also grew up helping take care of my grandfather who had a sever brain injury and behaviors. This field comes natural to me and something I am compassionate about. I also have a 6-year-old who's disabled and...
Rachel C.
Albany, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Background Check
I have worked with individuals of varying disabilities for 10+ years. I'm a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) and have two masters, one in Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis and the other in Teaching as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). I'm a general and special education teacher birth through 6th grade. I practice ABA...
Isabel R.
Albany, NY
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Background Check
As the oldest of 40 cousins, I have been a babysitter my whole life. I have nannied for 7-14-year-olds and babysat for infants. I am currently working towards my master's in secondary education and have taken coursework on students with special needs. I love to do crafts and am happy to help around the house.
Background Check
I am currently a full time teacher at Albany City School District, I have experience working with children of all ages. I am CPR certified, first aid certified and I have experience working with children with special needs. I have free evenings with my work schedule, as well as being off on school breaks. I am very good at...
Background Check
Certified LPN licensed in NYS, extensive experience in the Geriatric Community and Special Needs Pediatrics.
Started my healthcare journey in 2005.
I am CPR/BLS certified. I am familiar with pharmaceuticals which include dosing, administration, interactions and contraindications. Alzheimer's and Dementia has been one of my...
David W.
Watervliet, NY
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Background Check
Hi I have extensive experience in taking care of individuals.
I am currently taking care of a family friend. He is 90 yrs young.
I prepare his morning meal, clean his home and care for his dog. I then return in the evening. I take him to all of his Dr appts and do his weekly shopping.
I have worked for Catholic Charities and...
Jessica S.
Albany, NY
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Background Check
I have worked with special needs children and adults on and off for 5 years or so. I am a preschool teacher and work with children with special needs on a regular basis. I am also involved in the Best Buddies Program with this wonderful young adult. I love doing this and find it a lot of fun. I love to be able to help experience...
Background Check
I have experience working with infants to people with special needs and developmental disorders. I am kind, respectful, punctual, and reliable.
Background Check
Hello! I am a school psychologist looking to support families during school breaks and weekends. I look forward to speaking with you!
Ezinwanne C.
Albany, NY
$35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Background Check
I am the first out of 5 siblings, I practically took care of my younger ones, through that experience, I was able to take care of others. I am an outgoing person, intelligent and very good with kids. I worked with children in children department when I was undergoing my internship at a hospital, so I learnt how to take care of...
Showing 41 - 60 of 60
Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Averill Park, NY
Angelina P.
5.0
She's very loving great with all ages and is a well round woman
- Arianna A.
Tammy S.
5.0
I have known Tammy for almost 30 years! I have watched her raise her now adult children since birth! She even raised twins. A boy and a girl. She did it with ease. Always patient. Always kind!
- Melissa P.
Sandy P.
5.0
Sandy is wonderful. She cleans for us weekly and does a fantastic job. She's reliable and hardworking. My house has never looked better and she's a super nice and caring person. I highly recommend her.
- Gena G.
Molly P.
5.0
reliable part-time caregiver. worked with our family to look after our 3yo and 2yo. managed their time without screens, handled dinner & bedtime, as well as basic household chores related to the kids (clean-up after dinner, fold kids laundry, etc)
Very reliable, easy to communicate with & good...
- Donovan C.
Rachel S.
5.0
Compassionate and patient. Has babysat my daughter multiple times and she always gets picked up with a smile on her face, asking when she is going back. Her son is well behaved and a great friend/ play mate for my daughter while she is getting babysat. Rachel provides great care and is always...
- Kristen E.
Additional Special Needs Caregiver Services
Special Needs Caregiver Articles
Is my child transgender? What experts say parents need to know
June 30th, 2020 Approximately 1.4% of kids aged 13-17 in the U.S. identify as transgender, according to ... Read more
The swimming pool is not a bath substitute this summer — sorry, parents!
May 10th, 2023 For families, the swimming pool meets a lot of different needs during the summer. It’s a cool spot for kids to seek refuge on sweltering days, a self-contai... Read more
10 nonbinary parent names and the stories behind them
May 28th, 2023 Adopting a new name, pronouns and gender-neutral terms are often a critical step in a nonbinary person’s journey of self-acceptance and coming out, says ... Read more
Dependent Care Accounts: The best way to save on child and senior care costs
May 24th, 2022 If you’re looking at the cost of child care or senior care solutions, it can be easy to get overwhelmed by hourly and monthly rates, among other expenses. H... Read more
What LGBTQIA+ inclusive child care looks like, why it’s important and how to find it
April 19th, 2023 My oldest child, who is now 12 years old, was still in utero when my ex-partner and I began our search for a day care for her. We knew from friends who were... Read more