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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...
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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- $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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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...
I was employed as a teachers aide in NY for many years. I worked most of the time with Special Need children. I am currently a licensed LPN in the state of Florida and New York.
I have 30 years experience providing care for individuals with varying disabilities working at Cardinal Hayes Home For Children. It is a passion of mine to be in this field of service. I consider myself a very compassionate person and I feel satisfied and fulfilled knowing I'm assisting a fellow human being to live a full life
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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...
I'm a caring and compassionate caregiver with respect for our all my clients. I have my own transportation and I don't smoke. I provide personal care, companionship, transitional care, Alzheimer's care, medication reminders, transportation assistant, light housekeeping, laundry, and nutrition management. As a nursing assistant,...
My name is Tasha. I am currently working in a Center For Autism I also work I also work with dementia patient for years I love taking care of others and I do it to the best of my abilities.
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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm a mom of 4. I currently have my CNA, I have experience with longterm and rehabilitation. I am a Direct support professional and work with individuals with developmental disabilities. I have been in this field for over 10 years. I love what I do.
Experienced LPN ready to care for your loved one. Experience with autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy tube feeds etc
I like caring for people with special needs because I understand them. I am also passionate about advocating and caring for people with specials needs who are unable to care or advocate for themselves.
In my spare time, I like to build legos and watch college basketball
My skills include advocacy, autonomy and dedication.
I work at Cardinal Hayes home for children and has 2 years of paid experience working with children that have developmental disabilities I thrive to an exceptional care to assist them with the best quality life there is.
I have experience work child care.
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,...
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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- $16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm a caring, fun, loving and compassionate caregiver/nursing aide. I've cared for children, teens, adults and seniors on a medical and non-medical levels for over 20 years. I've held a title as a sitter, a direct support professional (DSP), and a geriatric aide.
As a sitter I've ensured the safety and well-being of the...
I have been doing my job for over 5 years now and I'm in love I love helping people I'm very social outgoing and on the love I love what I do and hopefully you pick me yo care for you !!
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...
I am aware of the challenges in hiring someone who hasn't had much experience working specifically with neurodivergent kids or kids with developmental delays. Fortunately, this is my area of expertise! For the past four years, I've been a behavioral nanny, and I'm currently learning more!
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $20.55/hr as of August 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Poughkeepsie, NY
Special Needs Caregivers in Poughkeepsie, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Glenn S.
We hired Glenn for our 23 year old son. He has provided daily support for him. This included transporting him to his scheduled activities...
- 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.
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.
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