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Joy R.

Caring, Responsible Caregiver Available

Hopewell Junction, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a CNA for 9 years. I was not only able to work with the elderly, but I also have experience working with special needs individuals both young and old in a nursing home and private home setting. I have experience with individuals with MS, traumatic brain injuries and adults with Cerebral Palsy. I am punctual and...

Pete P. says "Reliable, knowledgeable, flexible, extremely pleasant, compassionate, so helpful, an just all around skilled wonderful individual. I am a pretty big guy...

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Fun Sitter

Hopewell Junction, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
FUN! Caring and Compassionate! Looking for a night out or break on the weekends, look no further. I enjoy caring for children as it comes naturally to me; being that I am a mom of two special needs children. I understand children's needs and take time to understand and allow them to enjoy being a kid. I started working...

Care Member says "We have used Tanya on multiple occasions while visiting family in NYC. She has watched all 3 of my boys (one being a newborn). It takes a lot for a mom...

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Experienced Special Care

Hopewell Junction, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
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,...
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Brown Student Looking For Summer Babysitting!

Hopewell Junction, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Emma and I'm recent grad from Brown, home for the summer in Hopewell Junction. I started as a babysitter and mother's helper in my early teens and have worked in childcare ever since: nannying for my neighbors, working as a paraprofessional for high schoolers with special needs, leading camping trips for younger...
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Hopewell Junction, NY

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! My name is Susie and I have a few years of experience working with children. In the past, I have had many jobs working with infants, special needs children and adolescents. I am able to cook, clean, supervise, and provide the children with engaging entertainment all day! I do not smoke, am CPR/First Aid certified, and have...
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Child Care Provider

Hopewell Junction, NY

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$18/hr
15 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a passionate childcare provider with 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My love for fostering children's growth and development, coupled with my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, led me to pursue a career in childcare. With patience, creativity, and a friendly approach, I strive to...
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Experienced Childcare Provider

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
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.

Nirupama R. says "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...

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CNA Certified

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
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...
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Carmel, NY

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi family, I hope all is well. My name is Eulendar and I am interested in this job offer . I have the experience required. And I consider myself to have a very colorful interesting personality. I'm convinced that my professional experience and strong abilities would make an excellent nanny for you and your family. Childcare...

Care Member says "she was awesome ! my child has been with me and dad her entire life and this was her first time being with someone knew ! Eulendar came and was...

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Fishkill, NY

5.0(0)
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$29/hr
3 years experience
I am 47 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....
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I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Wappingers Falls, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Hope and I have around 5 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,...

Care Member says "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...

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Creative Sitter

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I've always been around children from working at daycare's and after school centers. The children were from the ages of 1-16. Many years of experience! I'm very artistic and creative. Experienced with children with special needs.

Katherine F. says "Whitneyfer did so well with my 2 year old. Reliable with transportation to take my daughter to the park and activities. Very artistic, lots of art...

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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I've been a nanny longterm with a couple families and also short term for families on vacation while I lived in Hawaii for 10 years. I've nannied for all different ages and demographics- foster children to celebrities children. I also have experience with special needs children.
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Artistic And Energetic Caretaker

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Carpooling
travel
I am mother of 2 beautiful grown children and a happily new grandmother. Outside of raising my own children, I have been caring for children of varied ages for over 30 years. I have experience caring for children either special needs in BOCES setting. I have teaching experience teaching Russian as a second language, piano...
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Fishkill, NY

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I have been caring for people with special needs and the Elderly community for a few years now. I love the joy it brings me.
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Educational Assistant

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I work at a day program and boarding private school for individuals with autism spectrum disorder aged 8-28. I am an education assistant and a 1:1 aide. I assist my student (if residential) with ADLs, assist during meals, support and work directly with the teacher and student through the entire school day in completing work,...
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Beacon, NY

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$17/hr
Hello my name is Celeste! I Just moved to the area from Texas. I provide marketing and outreach for an autism clinic and it grew my love for helping others! I have 5 years of driving experience and 2 years of cleaning experience. I cook light meals for myself and am willing to learn more to enhance my skills to better aid...
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LPN

Wappingers Falls, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I'm an LPN for a little over five years. I have different types of experiences through out the field. I have dealt with geriatrics to children who have different diagnosis. I have my own car, willing to travel as well. If any of the children needs help with homework, able to assist with them. I'm very pleasant, social and loving...
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Experienced and Caring Caregiver with College Degree in Human Services

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I am a compassionate and caring woman with over 14 years of experience in caring for the disabled and handicapped individuals. I have 5 years experience in caring for children with special needs including diabetics, ADHD, children with g-tubes, and children who are wheelchair bound. I have a background in the medical and human...
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Wappingers Falls, NY

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have a special needs brother who I have cared for since he was a baby and I am the oldest of 7 children and have a child of my own so I have tons of experience working with all types of children!
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.33/hr as of June 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Hopewell Junction, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Hopewell Junction, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Joy R.

Reliable, knowledgeable, flexible, extremely pleasant, compassionate, so helpful, an just all around skilled wonderful individual. I am a...

- Pete P.

Tanya R.

We have used Tanya on multiple occasions while visiting family in NYC. She has watched all 3 of my boys (one being a newborn). It takes a...

- Care member

Christine S.

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...

- Nirupama R.

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