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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Poughkeepsie, NY
The average rate is $19/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Poughkeepsie, NY
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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...
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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.
5.0
"Christine was the only child care provider that we interviewed and we knew right at that time that we would hire her and that she would take care of our 2-month-old just like we would. The baby loves her and...
Reviewed by Jim B.
Jamie B.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.6
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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 have nearly 15 years of experience. I have worked with infants, toddlers, older children, children with special needs. I worked as a pre-k teacher in Red Hook and I live in Pine Plains. I am happy to provide educational services, be it homework, homeschooling, or anything in between! I am trained in conscious discipline and...
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"We adore Elle! She has been such an amazing resource for our family. We have a 5 month old and a 3.5 year old and Elle has been watching our baby for a few months now in the mornings while my husband and I...
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I'm a mother to a 3-year-old boy. I'm a head teacher for the toddler room, I've also cared for infants, adults with special needs, and children with special needs. I'm looking for a job where I can also bring my son with me to work. He's a typical 3-year-old boy who loves, super heroes, soccer and other sports. I'm reliable and...
5.0
"Extremely professional with amazing childcare experience. My children loved her when they were under her care."
Reviewed by Regina S.
Shanice J.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Experienced care giver for 10+ years for special needs children - seniors-adults with dementia, Alzheimer's etc. I take pride in my work & care given to my client!
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"I can't speak highly enough about Shanice as a person and about the work she did caring for my 93 year-old father. Above all, Shanice is kind, caring, attentive, compassionate, and intelligent. She is an expert...
Reviewed by Matthew B.
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I enjoy taking care of others. I have been taking care of the elderly and special needs since I was in high school and immediately after. It's rewarding to know that my care makes a difference.
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"Morgan has such a caring, gentle soul. She goes above and beyond her duties. She treated my loved one as if she was caring for her own family. She came in early and left late many times when I needed her to....
Reviewed by Tracy B.
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I have worked with special needs children for about 13 years and I feel I am more than qualified to care for them. I have worked with autistic children for about the same amount of time. I would be interested in teaching life skills like taking them to the store, going to the mall to shop, going to pay bills, writing checks,...
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I am currently a student at Vassar College looking to work part time with an individual (or multiple individuals) with developmental disabilities. I can provide any services from accompaniment on errands/outings to daily hygiene assistance and cooking/eating meals. I am comfortable working with all ages (infant-senior), and I...
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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.
Nadia F.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$17-22/hr
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Hi there! I'm not a professional care giver but I am a mother of a 4-year-old who was diagnosed with autism at 2. 5 years old. I never thought I'd be prepared for it but it has made me stronger and more understanding of anyone and everyone. I'd like to offer assistance to some families who may sometimes need some help because I...
Khatuna K.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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My name is Kate. I live in Poughkeepsie and I am taking care of elderly people. I have 6 years of experience. It is hard to say something good about yourself, but I have good references and a good car. I can just say that I am a very caring person. Also, I will take care of kids (I have 2), and I am a good driver. Thank you
Keyana P.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
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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,...
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Hello! My name is Amanda, I've worked with people who have developmental disabilities for over the last 3 years. I have worked in very low functioning houses assisting with all ADLS. I have truly grown a love and compassion for this field. I have also taught in the special education department through my agency for a year,...
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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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Experienced LPN ready to care for your loved one. Experience with autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy tube feeds etc
Lisa C.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! I am a mother of three adorable little people. I am dependable, adaptable, empathetic, gentle, patient, and trustworthy. I have over 10 years of experience working with people especially elderly and partially adolescents. I work in facilities and home based settings. Qualifications: Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified...
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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...
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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,...
Loretta J.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$16-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
My Name Is Loretta I Have Been A Pca And Hha For 3 Years Now
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Hello my name is Loretta I'm a pca and hha for 3 years now I'm looking for any hours. I just cant handle pills thats my jobs rule anything else I like do like watch for safety make breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack I can bathe give bed bath help to guide with getting dressed I'm great at cleaning.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Poughkeepsie, NY
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.
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.
Ellexis S.
5.0
We adore Elle! She has been such an amazing resource for our family. We have a 5 month old and a 3.5 year old and Elle has been watching our baby for a few months now in the mornings while my husband and I work. She’s also spent time with both our girls during evenings and on weekends and they...
- Care member
Dy-taisha W.
5.0
Dy-taisha Is very caring, attentive, & reliable. She enjoys working with children & loves watching them grow.
- Lauren L.
Shanice J.
5.0
I can't speak highly enough about Shanice as a person and about the work she did caring for my 93 year-old father. Above all, Shanice is kind, caring, attentive, compassionate, and intelligent. She is an expert in caring for the elderly and she consistently went above and beyond just bathing and...
- Matthew B.
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Ratings for Poughkeepsie, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Poughkeepsie, NY are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.