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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hopewell Junction, NY
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
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My entire life has been devoted to helping people. I started out working for the school district for 12+ years working as a teaching assistant for special needs children. I then worked for a beautiful woman in her 90's, she had dementia. After that I worked many different jobs with all kinds of people with all kinds of special...
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"Hired Holly to be a caregiver/companion for my 85 year old mother. She has worked for me for three days and all seems to be going well so far. Most of all she seems genuine and sincere about enjoying her time...
Reviewed by Alan A.
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I am currently a Nurse. I have experience in all areas of the medical world from pediatrics, to geriatrics. I have experience with special needs as well.
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For many years I worked as a mental health aide and enjoyed my position. I have many years experience and I love the job. Unfortunately I had to leave my job to go back to school to be a RN. I do have free time while in school and would love to be able to take care or help your loved one with special needs. I'm CPR certified,...
Meghan S.
Hopewell Junction, NY
$25-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi! My names Meghan and I'm a pediatric nurse and full-time college student. I am going back to school in the fall to pursue my PA degree. During this time I will no longer be working as a nurse but still want to maintain the path I love ; which is helping children and families. I have experience with Autism, ADHD , ADD , DS.
Nicolle A.
Hopewell Junction, NY
$23-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
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Hello! I'm going to grad school in the fall for speech therapy and I have shadowed many speech therapists as well as worked with kids who have ASD. My minor is college is deaf studies and I am familiar with American Sign Language. I am also familiar with AAC devices and children with behavioral problems.
Holly L.
Hopewell Junction, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I've been working with special needs children for eight and a half years at an elementary school as a teaching assistant. I was state certified for foster care, was certified for childcare, and I am a certified special education teaching assistant at a title 1 school.
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Hi! my name is Meghan and I am a licensed practical nurse. I would like to start nannying while going for my bachelors of nursing. I have 8 siblings and was a mother's helper since I was 8 years young. My younger brother has Down's syndrome so I have experience with special needs.
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I am currently a Nurse. I have experience in all areas of the medical world from pediatrics, to geriatrics. I have experience with special needs as well.
Carmen P.
Fishkill, NY
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am 44 years old and has been taking care of a stroke patient (5 times). She can still do the things that she is used to but has to be eagle eyed when she moves just in case she falls down. When she goes to the bathroom, I have to stand by her in case of emergency. She loves to watch movies in the tv, go walking in the park....
Monique R.
Wappingers Falls, NY
$21-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a loving, caring, hard working person looking for a family to work along with to give aid to their loved one. I will go above and beyond to ensure my client is well taken of. I have over 10 years experience working with patients who has dementia, alzheimers, ALS, parkinsons, diabetes, bed bound and special needs. I...
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I have 10 years of experience working in an elementary school as a pre-k aide, and have worked in private childcare for the past 2. Additionally I have raised 3 children of my own (one with special needs). I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
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"Christine was my son's pre-school teaching assistant and I also had the pleasure to work with her on occasion. She is kind, patient and nurturing to the children. Christine was a burst of positive energy and...
Reviewed by Maureen L.
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Hi, I'm Jackie. I have experience with children of all ages, as well as experience caring for children with special needs and multiple children. I have worked privately for families as a nanny on and off for the last 10 years. Most recently I have been working as a school counselor, but am currently on maternity leave caring for...
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"Jackie is reliable, punctual, dependable and an absolute sweetheart. I am extremely comfortable leaving my children and pets in her care. She keeps me up to date with everything going on when I'm not...
Reviewed by Lisa M.
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Hi my name is Hope and I have 4 years of childcare experience for children of all ages. Ranging from 3 months to 14 yrs old. I strive in building not only a relationship with the children but the entire family. My personality can be described as creative, warm hearted and bubbly. I love to teach the children new things, do...
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"Hope is a true treasure! We have a daughter with special needs and Hope was more than willing to learn all of her cares. She goes above and beyond! Play dough, crafts, books, songs, games, basic ASL, building,...
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Jamie B.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi beautiful families!
I'm a South African nanny/babysitter, permanently residing in New York.
I totally adore kids so it's not really a job to me. My experiences include au pair, live-in nanny, babysitter & special needs. Cared for Newborn boy/girl twins & their 2-year-old sister. Newborn & her 3 y/o brother. 18-24-month-old...
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"Jamie has been a nanny for my two year old son for the last couple of months. She's dependable, reliable, friendly, and most importantly, she is great with my son. He took to Jamie really well from the start,...
Reviewed by Lori B.
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I'm moving downstate to the Hudson Valley region in July and looking for the perfect position before I make the move. I'm a student who just wrapped up an Associate's, and is certified both as a Child Development Associate and in Early Childhood Education. In addition to my certifications and degree, I've also just finished my...
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"Tiana has been our full-time nanny for well over a year and has become a part of our family. We love her positive energy, her great attitude, and her patience with our kids is unmatched. Tiana has experience...
Reviewed by Pia J.
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I have been in this field for 15 years. I am a CNA. I work with the elderly, mentally ill adults/ children, and children with disabilities. I can provide excellent references. What I love most about working in this field is being able to be a part of working with someone to reach the persons full potential. I am patient, soft...
Evangelina B.
Carmel, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have 20 years of experience providing care for children. I am the eldest of 3 siblings and have babysat since a young age which led me to a variety of local babysitting jobs. I have sat for children ages 6 months to 15 years old with and without special needs. I get along very well with children which helps form a fun and...
Emmie S.
Fishkill, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time, Possibly Full-Time, Flexible Caregiver Available.
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babysitter/nanny-as-needed for twins (female & male) from their birth to age 10+. I have worked all shifts, from 5 a.m. to 12 a.m. , including all day, over nights, full weekends, and very short notice requests as well. I have a passion for working with children of all ages. My older brother whom I have always been very close...
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My name is Abby, I live in Dutchess county and I have 6 years experience caring for individuals with special needs as well as 2 years of elderly patients. I have compassion for each and every human I interact with especially those I am responsible in caring for. I love being able to give an individual the comfort of knowing it...
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Hello! My name is Nikki! I have been working in childcare for the past 10 years. My most recent job was at a daycare where I was the Lead Infant teacher for 2 years as well as a Toddler teacher for the last year. I have worked with children of all ages as well as children who have special needs. I am first aid/CPR trained, MAT...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hopewell Junction, NY
Holly L.
5.0
Hired Holly to be a caregiver/companion for my 85 year old mother. She has worked for me for three days and all seems to be going well so far. Most of all she seems genuine and sincere about enjoying her time with my mother. It is a relief to know that someone is there to take her out to the mall or...
- Alan A.
Christine S.
5.0
Christine was absolutely wonderful with our three year old! She brought books to read and crafts to do, and took the most loving care of our child. Our often shy child took to Christine immediately, thrived in her attention and now asks regularly when Christine can come back :-) If we ever need...
- Nirupama R.
Jacqueline L.
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Jackie is reliable, punctual, dependable and an absolute sweetheart. I am extremely comfortable leaving my children and pets in her care. She keeps me up to date with everything going on when I'm not there-which I love! She has been a great find for our family.
- Lisa M.
Hope K.
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Hope is AMAZING!!! She is wonderful with my 16 month old & he adores her! I know that he’s in good hands with her & she always goes above & beyond. She regularly sends pictures & videos throughout the day (which I really appreciate). She has done crafts with my son & has been teaching him sign...
- Care member
Jamie B.
5.0
Jamie fit right into our family life. Her temperament is wonderful - she's kind, sweet, and she had such a calming influence on our son as she cared for him from age 7 months-10 months. We would have kept her on but she was pregnant with a baby of her own. Jamie is very collaborative with childcare...
- Alexa M.
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