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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ballston Lake, NY
The average rate is $20/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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Hi there! I am Shelby and I am a Special Education Teacher and I have a BS in Psychology. I have 10+ years of experience working with children. Many of the children I have worked with are special needs. I have experience working with kiddos who are non-vocal, experience learning and development delays, and have behavioral needs....
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All my life I have had a passion for working with special needs children. My youngest brother is speech and developmentally delayed, and I have been working with him his entire life to ensure that he gets the proper care and respect that he deserves--whether it be emotional support and counseling, tutoring in the various...
Tracy N.
Ballston Spa, NY
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Part Time Caregiver, or PCA Part Time and Full Time With Special Needs, Handicapped, or Senior Care
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Hi, I've been doing caregiver for the past seven years with adults and the handicapped. So more than willing to take care of a special needs persons. I've done everything from bathing , cleaning, giving med.'s, and more. I also have children of my own.
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I'm K : ) I've been a professional educator and engaged ally in special education spaces for 16 years. At present, I provide enrichment-focused, relationally-oriented respite care for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
My practice is enrichment-based, meaning I aim to add to a child's...
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I have worked as a CNA and Activity Leader at a nursing home for 30 years. I love my job both as a caregiver and Activity Leader as activities are so important. I have done home care for the last year and absolutely love it! I have worked with the elderly and some younger age groups. Im available in the evenings, nights and most...
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I have over 15 years of experience in home health care aide. I am very compassionate skilled aide devoted to providing superior care to persons with disabilities and health limitations. I grew up in a large family in Lima, Peru. I have been taking care of young-ones and seniors ever since.
I love my job, this is my passion. I...
Jerrica E.
Schenectady, NY
$12-19/hr
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I haven't had an special training but I'm a quick learner and have a lot of patience and love. I grew up being told I had all different types of disorders because I was too energetic or because of the way I talk but I've learned to just be myself and love myself and that'll be the same message I'll portray. I'm willing to work...
Ellie L.
Clifton Park, NY
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
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As a nanny, I have 11 yrs experience of child care for infants up through adolescence to early teens. In the past, I have preformed light duties, personal care & was First Aid/CPR certified. I also was experience with special needs children. I enjoy working with infants, toddlers, & elementary school age children. During my...
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Good morning! My name is Kimberly, and I'm currently a new traveler. I've been working with children since I was 17 and loved it. I started by watching my younger nephews and then began babysitting for children in our neighborhood. Over the last few years, I've worked primarily with teens with special needs, but I love children...
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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Quinn M.
Clifton Park, NY
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have worked as a camp counselor with children ages 12-18. I was a nanny for two children ages 2 and 4 and a nanny for three children ages 1, 4, and 6. I have done community habilitation work for two young adults with special needs. Most recently, I was an assistant teacher at a montessori school for children ages 2-6. I am...
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Jamie L.
Schenectady, NY
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I started babysitting when I was 11 for kids ages 6 weeks to 12 years of age. In high school I went to a program for early childhood while there we did internships one at kindercare with the (2-year-old and 5 years old) and also did an internship at teddy bear daycare with ( 2-year-olds) When I graduated high school I went to...
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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Jamie L.
Schenectady, NY
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I have worked with children with disabilities through working at daycares and afterschool. I have watched kids with Down syndrome, epilepsy, ADHD. I also work at school where I work with kids with autism and other issues. I also have done respite for a family while working for a company. I also worked at the schenectday arc for...
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I am currently a college student studying occupational therapy with a minor in aging studies. I have volunteered working with older adults with dementia in a memory care assisted living facility as well as visiting with and reading to residents in local nursing homes.
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Tierney C.
Schenectady, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Caregiver For Typical Developing Or Special Needs.
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Hi! My name is Tierney and I am a 33-year-old woman who has 20 years of experience working and caring for children of all ages. I started as a mother's helper at the age of 13. Once I turned 18, I continued working with the same family, but through a respite agency. During that time, I spent 5 years working in a private school...
Abbie H.
Schenectady, NY
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Recent graduate of Hope College, Holland MI. BA Psychology. Over my years of college, I have nannied consistently for a family in Holland, as well as gaining experience with children in educational settings as well as working with children with special needs. I have experience with the adult special needs populations as well. My...
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"Abbie is a lovely, intelligent young woman and is amazing with children of all ages. I have an eleven-year-old daughter who enjoys spending time with Abbie and sees her as a role-model, and my two-year-old son...
Reviewed by Jaime G.
Sophia G.
Troy, NY
$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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I have experience with working with children through the YMCA after school program. My main duties were supervision and providing care to the school aged children. I currently work the ARC where I work with children and adults with special needs.
5.0
"Jojo loved being able to come and play with Miss S and her family! She can't wait to play again!"
Reviewed by Rachel G.
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I am a professional nanny and educator for children of all ages and children with developmental disabilities and delays. I specialize in care for children with special needs and developmental delays, forest schooling, gentle parenting and child-led learning. I am looking for a somewhat flexible position. I would be happy to...
5.0
"Kady is absolutely amazing! She is a baby whisperer to my 6 month old twins. She takes directives well but is also a self-starter. I fully plan to continue utilizing her services for as long as she is willing...
Reviewed by Casey D.
5.0
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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."
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ballston Lake, NY
Abbie H.
5.0
Abbie has worked with our family for four years while she's been in college. We have two kids, now 11 and 8. She picked them up from school, would help them with homework, take them to activities, and keep them busy for a few hours after school. She would also work weekends, both during the day and...
- Amy S.
Sophia G.
5.0
Jojo loved being able to come and play with Miss S and her family! She can't wait to play again!
- Rachel G.
Kady S.
5.0
We interviewed Kady for a nanny position. It was a great interview and a good use of out time in our search. We were anxious to meet her again as she was the only candidate that we were interested in continuing the nanny search with, but we then had a turn of events with another childcare option...
- Beth K.
Teresa K.
5.0
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- Praveen Y.
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