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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...
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!
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
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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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meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have experience working with children who also has special needs and know how to take good care of them
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have experience caring for children including those with special needs. I am able to help with school work and light housework including meals.
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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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...
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!
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...
Meal prep
light cleaning
home modification
mobility assistance
errands
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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.
Experienced LPN ready to care for your loved one. Experience with autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy tube feeds etc
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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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- $25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
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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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- $24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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...
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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- $20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
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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...
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.
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
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Nurturing a child's curiosity and watching them reach new milestones is my greatest passion. With seven years of experience caring for up to three children, I offer a patient, calm, and creative approach to childcare. I hold a college degree and maintain current CPR training and First Aid certification.
I enjoy engaging...
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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...
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 August 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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