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Jennifer W.'s Photo

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$20/hr
25 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I was working in health care for 25 years and at a hospital for over 14 years. I'm am now working as a DSP in a day hab facility with kids and adults with different types disabilities and behaviors. I am available at different times throughout the day and more so in the evenings. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out...
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Nadine

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
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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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience
For the past 10 years, I have worked with developmentally, physically, and emotionally disabled/disturbed children. Many of those years have been in large and small group settings, as well as, classroom setting. Disabilities I work with: Autism, Intellectual, Multiple and many other medical conditions.
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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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Leticia K.'s Photo

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! I'm offering babysitting services in my home and would love to support your family. I am a mother of three with years of hands-on experience caring for children of all ages, including individuals with special needs. I'm available for before/after-school care and full-day summer care, typically between 8 a.m. - 5 PM, but I'm...
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
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Hello! My name is Cassidy, and I have 7 plus years of experience working with children. I am a very energetic, fun, loving, nurturing, patient, and understanding person/babysitter. I am also willing to do whatever you ask me to do! Children make ME happy, and I accept all! I do have experience with children who have special...
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Shantoy R.'s Photo

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have experience working with children who also has special needs and know how to take good care of them
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Skilynne. I've been working with children for over 10 years, caring for all ages including children with special needs. I have 6 years of experience with children with autism. I'm CPR & First Aid certified. I'm passionate about creating a safe, loving environment where kids feel comfortable being themselves. I describe...
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have great experience in taking care and watching over kids. My cousins would ask me to baby sit for their kids while they are away. Furthermore, I have also worked with children with special needs as a Physical Therapist back when I was in the Philippines!
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$26/hr
5 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello all families! Here are a few things about myself and my background that you'd be interested to know & hopefully trust me in caring for your loved ones:) I have been working in the medical field for the past 6 years in a hospital setting. I also do private care cases for individuals with needs in my spare time . I have...
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$26/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Mobility assistance
live-in home care
light cleaning
home modification
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a highly compassionate caretaker who loves working with the elderly and people with special needs. I treat every client as family. Supporting families and ensuring the well-being of their loved ones is incredibly rewarding, and I look forward to bringing my patience and empathy to your family.
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Judy L.'s Photo

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$26/hr
6 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
home modification
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Hello all families! Here are a few things about myself and my background that you'd be interested to know & hopefully trust me in caring for your loved ones:) I have been working in the medical field for the past 6 years in a hospital setting. I also do private in-home care for those who live alone or for families who just need...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Highland, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked primarily with children and teens with mental health disorders. I also have experience babysitting children and teens with Sensory Processing Disorder and Aspergers and have worked with many children on the Autism spectrum. I really love working with kids and it is very rewarding to see what they are able to...

Abiola G. says "Joycelyn is amazing. She is so good with my son! She listens and respects all the needs for my son and she goes above and beyond for our family. She is...

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I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Wappingers Falls, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Hope and I have around 6 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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Easy-going And Patient Babysitter

New Paltz, NY

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a 27-year-old early childhood education major. I've been working with children since I was 14, including babysitting, assistant directing children's theater productions, working with children with special needs, and teaching preschool in a federal building, which involves a high-security clearance. Most recently, I've...

Claire K. says "Julia has been a wonderful caretaker for our daughter from the ages of 3-9 months. The only reason we had to stop using her was relocating for a job. Our...

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Flexible And Adaptable Caregiver With 3+ Years Of Caregiving Experience

Wappingers Falls, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Kayla. I am 26 years old. I live in Dutchess county. I am a compassionate and nurturing caregiver with 3+ years of experience in caregiving. As someone who is very family oriented, I took on a sort of motherly role in occasionally caring for my 4 younger siblings growing up. In addition, I have experience caring...
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Fun, Skilled And Artistic Sitter.

Wappingers Falls, NY

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$20/hr
9 years experience
I'd describe my personality as creative, attentive and knowledgeable. I started working with kids when I was 15 years old. The past 10 consecutive years I cared for multiple families of all sizes and cultures. Since 2019 I specialized on special needs children. I currently work full-time as an Arts Coordinator at a special...
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Pleasant Valley, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm Alyssa. I'm 31 years old and have a lot of experience in different jobs from babysitting and tutor of special needs child, housekeeping, home aide, and statistics tutor.
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Hardworking, Disciplined And Resilient That Is Who I Am.

New Paltz, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hiii! My name is Perxis, and I'm a hardworking college student who loves working with kids! I have worked at SYEP, where I helped entertain and supervise children. I also worked as a support staff member with Adapt Community, assisting many people with special needs and learning how to be patient, caring, and attentive. I am...
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Bianca M.'s Photo

Hyde Park, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Bianca! I over 9 years of experience in childcare as a private caregiver and teaching assistant in a few reputable daycare facilities and preschools working with children ranging from newborn to school aged children of 13 years old. I worked as a teaching assistant at a private preschool in Valhalla called...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of October 2026

  • 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 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Joycelyn N.

Joycelyn is amazing. She is so good with my son! She listens and respects all the needs for my son and she goes above and beyond for our...

- Abiola G.

Hope K.

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 &...

- Care member

Julia W.

Julia has been a wonderful caretaker for our daughter from the ages of 3-9 months. The only reason we had to stop using her was relocating...

- Claire K.

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