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Dawn H.

Loving, Responsible, Experienced, Full Time Caregiver

Henrietta, NY

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Working with children has always brought me great joy and fulfilment throughout my life. I have experience working with multiple children from newborn to school age. I have worked over 15 years with special needs children who have both physical and cognitive delays and spent many summers working in a daycare center. I am a...

Sam L. says "We hired Dawn to nanny for our ~1yo baby full time for about a year and were incredibly happy with how well she cared for our child! She was incredibly...

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Kathryn J.

Henrietta, NY

from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Hi, my name is Kathryn. I am a 22-year-old female psychology student at Canisius College. I currently live in Amherst and can provide my own transportation. I have worked at a nonprofit and have worked as a summer counselor to children with various disabilities. I have the most experience with ADHD and autism. I am great with...
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Emma P.

A Nanny You Can Trust

Henrietta, NY

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a very creative, patient, dependable, and authentic person and I've been on and off babysitting for almost a decade. I have experience working as a teacher in a daycare so I have involvement in creating a basic curriculum, creating fun crafts and projects, and managing multiple kids at a time. I have basic training for...
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Deborah V.

Pittsford, NY

4.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
I have over 15 years of experience in childcare, teaching & tutoring in both public & private settings. I have over six years of direct experience in education as a teaching assistant in both public & private schools. Most recently, I was responsible for the care of two children in their home for over 10 years! I was a...

Tanya C. says "I have a son with special needs and Deborah is wonderful with him! She spends her time reading to him, creating imaginary play, dancing and involving...

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Audryana A.

Rochester, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hard working, dependable, people person, with experience with special needs, that have a lot of love to share on a daily basis.

Carey V. says "Audryana is top notch! Loving, caring, respectful, and an A plus , stellar reliable caregiver! We are so thankful for her!"

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Erika H.

Rochester, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm a Rochester transplant and I taught elementary school for 4 years, the last 3 being in NY in the Rush Henrietta school district (2nd and 3rd grade). I took a break to have a child who is now 10 months old. Looking for nannying/baby sitting that I can do with my 10 mo old. I have experience teaching English as a second...

Lydia P. says "Erika is great with kids! She's honest, dependable, kind and responsible."

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Ada-osha B.

Rochester, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been taking care of kids for a while. I helped care for my brother since I was six. I baby-sat for my neighbors children for a year when I was 15 and baby-sat a 4-year-old for over a year when I was 17. I love to keep kids active both mentally and physically. I love house pets, so if you have a pet, I am completely...

Care Member says "Ada-Osha was terrific! She developed immediate rapport with my 10-year old daughter who can’t wait to have her come back. And they played games, hung...

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Abigail G.

Energetic Babysitter Who Loves Kids

Rochester, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I am a fun, patient, and helpful babysitter who has had about 5 years of experience. I have work at schools, summer camps, and programs for children. Also, I have two younger sisters that I have grown up supporting and taking care of. My passion is working with children in a special education setting. I have had some...

Rebecca P. says "Abigail helped me last minute and she arrived on time! My daughter was happy in her presence and felt very comfortable with her! My 2 year old was safe...

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Mindy B.

Rochester, NY

4.8(0)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Hello. My name is Mindy . I live in Rochester, NY. I have been working at ARC of Genesse Orleans for the past 4 years. The past 2 years I have been an assistant residential manager. I am certified in first aid and CPR, defensive driving, administrating medications, and SCIP. I clean, cook, and any other daily needs. I have...
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Irene V.

Experienced & Loving Super-Nanny (15+yrs)

Rochester, NY

4.7(1)
from
$30/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Specializing in Early Childhood Development working as a professional nanny with over 15yrs experience assisting children with their social, physical, mental & emotional needs for a stable start! Available for both one-time and recurring childcare needs, supporting parents help their toddlers get ready for school and more with a...

Phil D. says "Oh man is she ever awesome. Would have kept her on full time but scheduling didn't mutually work out. She comes prepared with activities, patience,...

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Juliana Q.

Kid At Heart!

Rochester, NY

4.3(1)
from
$16/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
Hi families!! My name is Juliana and I believe you should consider me to be your next nanny for your kiddos! Ever since I was young, I have taken care of my family, if that included school work, therapy, or just providing a fun, safe environment where kids can be kids. I have about 3 years of experience as a nanny (not through a...

MaryJane S. says "Juliana is a very dependable nanny. She has helped my little one with their school work and extracurricular activities. She spends her time coming up...

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Carolina J.

Bubbly, Outgoing Aide Looking To Help Your Family Members In Your Time Of Need

Rochester, NY

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Carolina. I love what I do, and preform to the best of my abilities. In addition to working in home care settings as well as nursing homes, I also have experience working in the hospital on a medical surgical unit. I am currently a Licensed Practical Nurse and have also had my Certified Nursing Assistant...

Cindy G. says "I hired Carolina to help care for my 85 year old mother. I am very happy with the care she gives my mom, she is very attentive to her needs. I was sad for...

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Beatrice K.

Caring, Fun, Loving Caregiver!

Rochester, NY

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
I am an Occupational Therapy major in my second year at Ithaca College. I did a lot of volunteering in the past with those with special needs, leading to my passion for this career path. I am loving, fun, passionate, and understanding. I am also flexible for your needs as well. I want to connect and care for you and your loved...
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Stephanie R.

Rochester, NY

3.7(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I have a associates degree from MCC in Human Services. I have experience taking care of children and adults with special needs. I am CPR and first aid trained.

Natalia L. says "Stephanie was so sweet and I highly recommend! She came early and was very professional! I needed a last minute babysitter a few hours before my event...

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Natalie P.

Pittsford, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! I am the middle child of 5 daughters and have spent many years babysitting for my parents, relatives, church, and neighbors. During college at Geneseo as an English major and Asian studies minor, I nannied for several different families. My long term positions have been post college in fairport. I am used to long hours...

Sara H. says "Natalie has nannied for us for about 9 months until we moved out of state. Natalie is very good with our two boys. They both really enjoy spending time with...

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Melody S.

Former Community Habilitation Specialist

Rochester, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked in the Buffalo Road Respite program for autistic teens and I have worked in Com Hab and in group homes for adults with disabilities through Heritage Christian Services and People, Inc. I have also served for several years at Hillside Family of Agencies as a Youth Peer Specialist and as a Skillbuilder working with...
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Zoie W.

Rochester, NY

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$16/hr
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I have past CPR and first aid certification and I am currently working to be re-certified. I have experience taking care of kids of special needs also.
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Christine P.

Natural Caregiver

Rochester, NY

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Last year I was able to work one on one with a teenage boy with C. P. I changed him, practiced occupational therapy, arts and crafts, put him in his stander, and worked on communicating with his eye glazer. ( A machine that they use with there eyse to form words to be able to communicate with others due to the fact that he...
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Colleen R.

Part-time Caregiver

Rochester, NY

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a certified teacher (Art: birth-grade 12, Early Childhood: Birth-grade 2, and Special Education: Birth-grade 2). Currently, I work as a special education teacher but I am looking for a position for the Fall that would allow me to bring my 5-month-old with me. I have previous experience nannying newborn twins until they were...
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Amber F.

Special Needs Care Worker

Rochester, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! my name is amber, I am 33 years old and here is a little about myself... and I have over 14 years of experience with infants alI the way up to young adults who are both non-disabled and disabled (best of both worlds). My first job ever was babysitting, I did this for many years, which lead me to the side of nanny jobs/...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.33/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Henrietta, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Henrietta, NY are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Dawn H.

We hired Dawn to nanny for our ~1yo baby full time for about a year and were incredibly happy with how well she cared for our child! She was...

- Sam L.

Deborah V.

I have a son with special needs and Deborah is wonderful with him! She spends her time reading to him, creating imaginary play, dancing and...

- Tanya C.

Audryana A.

Audryana is top notch! Loving, caring, respectful, and an A plus , stellar reliable caregiver! We are so thankful for her!

- Carey V.

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