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Jessie B.

Pleasant Valley, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have two children ages 19 a d 18 many nieces and nephews and little cousins that I have cared for in the past. I am 43 years old- I have lived in Poughkeepsie all my life. I have stayed at home with my children and have helped family and friends with their precious little ones. I have cleaned houses and I am a local family...

Caitlin M. says "Jessie is wonderful with my two year old daughter. My daughter loves the time they spend together every other week. Jessie brings energy, ideas for play...

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Pleasant Valley, NY

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 14, I'm 23 now. I love the outdoors going on walks and adventures. I'm a big animal lover I have my own dog and 2 cats. I'd be there to help with things like cleaning, errands, pets, really anything you need done. I've been watching a family of 4 girls since I was 14 so I'm very used...
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Outgoing, Authoritative But Not Mean Or Rude, Patient, Kind, Compassionate, & Authentically Myself!

Pleasant Valley, NY

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$28/hr
4 years experience
Hi!! My name is PaigeElizabeth. I grew up in Waverly TN. Moved to NY for college last year. I've always loved working with kids, starting with caring for my younger cousins, including those with special needs. Before I turned 16, I worked at a K-5 daycare ran by my aunt, helping with activities, supervision, and learning...
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Pleasant Valley, NY

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$26/hr
Hi! I'm Paige. I'm 19 years old Russian-American & I've been babysitting all kinds of kids regular and ones with special needs & medical needs. I love kids and doing fun/ creative activities with them.
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Creative Sitter

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
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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Experienced Childcare Provider

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
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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Autistic Support Caregiver

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have 24 years of experience , working with individuals with autism and emotional disabilities. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support and Assistive Technology/AAC. I also have 8 years experience as a private caregiver of adults aged 30-80 . I am skilled in creating daily scheduling for SDS individuals. I...

Care Member says "We hired Glenn for our 23 year old son. He has provided daily support for him. This included transporting him to his scheduled activities and also being...

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Lagrangeville, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Gabriela, I'm Reliable, energetic and loving Nanny I love kids with all my heart. I treat them as they are part of my family, actually the whole family becomes my own family it includes the dog Some of my skills... -Over 7 years of experience with children (ages 0-10); -Over 1 year of experience with special...

Care Member says "We hired Gabby to help with our 3yr old son, he needed a little extra attention and loves making crafts and Gabby fit that need perfectly. She was very...

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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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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
With 10 years of experiencing in working with children, and focus on working with special needs children. I bring a lot of experience with working with infants-pre teens.
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Certified Nurses Assistant

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Teresa I've been an CNA for 20 plus years, I've worked with all types of clients, dementia, combative, u name it I've done it, I can do insulin, cook, clean, run errands, take to doctors appointments, are just go for a walk... as long as it doesn't hurt the client we can enjoy each other.... I love what I do I'm...
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Caregiver

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
I have experience work child care.
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The Best Care Is My Top Priority!

Hyde Park, NY

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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Tori! I am a CNA currently, But I have an extensive background in various aspects of the care field. I have been in the care field for the past 10+ years, with my first experiences in 2003 working with disabled adults. I have worked with individuals with special needs of all ages, from children to our elderly...
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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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Staatsburg, NY

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$18/hr
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have raised four daughters of my own. I have experience in children with special needs ranging from Autism to Down syndrome. I have two sisters that have special needs. I am reliable, dependable, trustworthy and patient. I love children and will take the best care of your children.
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
Kind and knowledgeable Childcare Provider well-versed in maintaining safe and nurturing environments for children of different ages ranging from 4 months to 21 yr old special needs. Experience in household childcare, residential special needs childcare, and teaching assistant experience with special needs children.
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The Nurse For Your Loved One

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Experienced LPN ready to care for your loved one. Experience with autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy tube feeds etc
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I'm A Quiet Person But Fun When I Speak

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I'm outgoing, friendly and quick learner I like caring for people with special needs because I have done it for 3 years I'm looking for a job that creates a difference in people's lives especially those with developmental disabilities I started caring for people with special needs when 2022 March 15th In my spare time, I...
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi Families! I'm Tracey a 22-year-old college graduate. I just graduated in may WooHoo! Majored in Biology and Psychology! Over the years I've had experience in many different fields ranging from working with mentality disabled children to also becoming a certified CNA! I worked at a nursing home for the summer then went on and...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.50/hr as of January 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Pleasant Valley, NY

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

Jessie B.

Jessie is wonderful with my two year old daughter. My daughter loves the time they spend together every other week. Jessie brings energy,...

- Caitlin M.

Whitneyfer A.

Whitneyfer did so well with my 2 year old. Reliable with transportation to take my daughter to the park and activities. Very artistic, lots...

- Katherine F.

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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