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Jenna B.

Experienced Babysitter

Ballston Spa, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My childcare experience consists of full time nannying for a few different families. I have cared for a baby girl part time, special needs children at a local school full time, a disabled 3-year-old boy part time, as well as a family with three children all under the age of two including a set of twins full time. My duties have...

Marijo N. says "Jenna has been one of the best decisions we have made for our family. We now consider her a part of our family. There is an obvious love between her and...

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Ballston Spa, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
Hey I'm Kelsey!! I graduated from Le Moyne College with a B. A. in Psychology. I have had a lot of course work in child & adolescent development and behavioral courses. I also have experience working as a part time TA in a preschool and have nannied for lots of families. I'm also a mama to a beautiful 1. 5-year-old little girl!...

Kelly T. says "Kelsey took care of our 3 kids ages 5, 3 and 9 months and our big dog when I worked part time. There are no words to truly explain just how wonderful she...

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Special Needs Provider

Ballston Spa, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
I have grown up with a best friend with Down syndrome. He forever changed my life. He is the reason I am hoping to one day become a special education teacher. He influenced me to finally commit to a major in college and to have a dream to accomplish. I also attended junior prom with a boy with sever autism. His mother never...
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Part Time Caregiver, or PCA Part Time and Full Time With Special Needs, Handicapped, or Senior Care

Ballston Spa, NY

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$16/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Special Education Teacher

Ballston Spa, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I teach 4th and 5th grade special education in an Austin area suburb. I am passionate about teaching children and adults social skills to help them navigate living life independently. While I have the professional experience to support children with unique needs, I am also well connected and involved in the community and would...
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House Manager

Ballston Spa, NY

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$25/hr
New to NY! For the last 10 years I managed 6 homes in FL. My former clients have Down syndrome, chronic renal failure and teen autism.
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Certified Personal Care Aid Available Full Time.

Ballston Spa, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I provide outstanding, honest, loyal, trusting, dependable care for the elderly. I've been a certified aid for 19 years. I have experience with end of life care, alzheimers dementia, and much more.
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Ballston Spa, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have experience with special education, specifically children with Autism, Downs Syndrome, Add, Adhd, cognitive delays and speech delays.
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Ballston Spa, NY

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Hi, I'm Ella! I'm CPR and CPI certified with clinical and in-home experience in ABA therapy for children with special needs. I've worked as a behavioral therapist, lead teacher in a 3-year-old classroom, and as a nanny to two young kids (one on the autism spectrum). I'm patient, dependable, and love creating a fun, safe...
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Housekeeper

Ballston Spa, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
New to NY! In FL I managed 4 busy, dual income homes for 10 years and 2 homes with special needs such as adult Down syndrome, teen autism and chronic renal failure for 7 years. My own children are 20 and 19 years old. Army MI stationed in Hawaii and Navy DC stationed in Virginia. They are well into the next chapter of their...
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Ballston Spa, NY

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have many years of childcare, senior, special needs and children's mental health care experience. I love working with kids and babies. i'm very crafty and fun, I enjoy finding activities and laughs to have with my clients in the day.
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Ballston Spa, NY

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I worked as a babysitter in my younger years, and a full-time nanny in college. When I started working as a behavioral aid at a school for kids with special needs, I fell in love.
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Ballston Spa, NY

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a retired dog trainer/ groomer of 20 plus years. I'm not that old but grooming took its toll on me. I then started working in a preschool setting for ages 3-5 years old. My main priory is creating, planning and cooking nutritious meals for the kids all from scratch! When my duties are done in the kitchen I assist in the...
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Ballston Spa, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I've done child care on and off since I was in junior high. I'm currently an aunt to 2 nieces (1 of which is special needs) and 1 nephew. The ages range from 3-6 years of age. I am a licensed and currently working as a PCA (Personal Care Assistant) for people of all ages.
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Caregiver For Young And/Or Old

Ballston Spa, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
home modification
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
New to NY! In FL I managed 4 busy, dual income homes for over 10 years and 2 homes with special needs (chronic renal failure, adult Down syndrome and teen autism) for over 7 years. My own children are 20 and 19. Army MI stationed in Hawaii and Navy DC stationed in Virginia. They are well on their way to the next chapter of...
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Ballston Spa, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
respite care
+ 1 more
I have many years of childcare, senior, special needs and children's mental health care experience. I love working with seniors and helping them with their activities of daily living, getting to know them and their families, and helping them to feel as independent as possible. I enjoy learning the games and activities they love...
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Compassionate Caregiver

Saratoga Springs, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have been working in both residential settings, hon are, as well, for agencies. I have valuable experience in both health care roles and support for client autonomy. I worked for 7 several years teaching those with disabilities at another agency. I've worked as supervisor capacity for a local agency in a residential setting...

Kim F. says "Heather boarded my senior cat for several weeks and took great care of her."

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Ballston Lake, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I've worked with children with and without special needs for 11 years. I moved from Tampa where I babysat regularly and taught swim lessons. I am currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I love being outdoors and being creative!

Crystal H. says "Was unable to take the position due to another job order, but responded very quickly to inform me of that. I believe that says a lot about her...

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Saratoga Springs, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I am a mom of three grown boys. I enjoy playing sports, hiking, as well as crafts and baking. I have worked in the caregiving/medical field for 13 years. I have experience with infants, multiple children, special needs, autism and speech delays. I am a non smoker and comfortable with pets. Thank you for your interest. Sherrie

Joseph A. says "Sherrie was the best babysitter we could have ever asked for. She was with us from 5 months to a little over a year, and if it wasn't for issues with our...

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Enthusiastic And Experienced Babysitter Available Work Whenever I Am Needed.

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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....

Jeff L. says "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...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.25/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Ballston Spa, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Ballston Spa, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Jenna B.

Jenna has been one of the best decisions we have made for our family. We now consider her a part of our family. There is an obvious love...

- Marijo N.

Kelsey L.

Kelsey took care of our 3 kids ages 5, 3 and 9 months and our big dog when I worked part time. There are no words to truly explain just how...

- Kelly T.

Heather J.

Heather boarded my senior cat for several weeks and took great care of her.

- Kim F.

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