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155 special needs caregivers are listed in Rochester, NY
The average rate is $16/hr as of January 2023
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Rochester, NY
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9 years as a CCA, Child Care Associate, w/Greece Central including summer school. Exp w/hoyers, lifts, standers, ABA, feeding, toileting. Minimal sign language. 12:1:1 & 12:1:3 classrooms all grades/ages as...
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5.0
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I have cared for children and adults with various needs throughout my time as a caregiver. I love caring for those with additional needs.
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Serenity W. | Rochester, NY
$18-36/hr • 3 yrs exp • 23 yrs old
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Worked with children & teens with mental & physical disabilities that needed full range of care. I volunteered in a autism classroom for 2 years during high school which was my nephews classroom . I worked at a...
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Stephanie R. | Rochester, NY
$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp • 55 yrs old
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I have a associates degree from MCC in Human Services. I have experience taking care of children and adults with special needs. I am CPR and first aid trained.
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Recent Review:
5.0
Stephanie was so sweet and I highly recommend! She came early and was very professional! I needed a last minute babysitter a few hours before my event and she reached out and saved the day! It was a later...
Reviewed by Natalia L.
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Joel C. | Rochester, NY
$20-20/hr • 1 yrs exp • 27 yrs old
Let's Get Down To Business, To Have Some Fun!
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I started in preschools in the 2. 6-3. 6 age group the gradually moved into substitute teaching. I have experience with special needs kids (autistic, paraplegic, blind, cognitive impairment,...
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Recent Review:
5.0
Joel was our life saver. Our kids have PTSD and our son was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD, which is certainly difficult to manage on a daily basis, but hen Virtual School hit us. Joel, with...
Reviewed by Britta H.
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Audryana A. | Rochester, NY
$20-31/hr • 3 yrs exp • 45 yrs old
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Hard working, dependable, people person, with experience with special needs, that have a lot of love to share on a daily basis.
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Recent Review:
5.0
Audryana is top notch! Loving, caring, respectful, and an A plus , stellar reliable caregiver! We are so thankful for her!
Reviewed by Carey V.
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Amariz C. | Rochester, NY
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp • 29 yrs old
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I am a special needs caregiver of 6 years with experience with an array of children. I have worked with children and young adults with complex disabilities at home and in a more structured school environment,...
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Recent Review:
5.0
Amariz is amazing. She is patient and kind. Having a child with special needs can be challenging but she came in and was supportive. Being a mother herself I knew I could trust she would protect my child like...
Reviewed by Ashley D.
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Hi my name is Melissa I am a compassionate care giver companion with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly...
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Recent Review:
5.0
Melissa had a heart of gold and is experienced, helpful, sweet and kind. She is reliable and trustworthy. I would absolutely hire her again!
Reviewed by Carey V.
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India M. | Rochester, NY
$10-50/hr • 6 yrs exp • 33 yrs old
Professional Experienced Loveing Hardworking Great Support System Care Giver !!!!
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I'm certified in CPR and SCIP plus many more I also was a Community Habilitatior at epilepsy pralid and I been in nursing homes to private care to group homes I currently work at a Demetria / Alzheimer's...
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Jahnesty J. | Rochester, NY
$14-19/hr • 4 yrs exp • 25 yrs old
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Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 4 years of experience caring for children with special needs, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive...
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My name is Kathryn and I love working with children! I have over 14 years of experience as a nanny and household manager including 6 years of special needs experience and a Master's Degree.
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Alexandra R. | Rochester, NY
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp • 30 yrs old
Babysitter/Nanny/Special Needs Care Provider
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Hello! I have a degree in Child and Youth Studies. I have experience with kids aged 0-13. While in college, I was a nanny for the same wonderful family for 4 years, interned with Special Olympics and for a...
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Recent Review:
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Alex worked for our family for several years. There are no words to describe her. She is dependable, kind, smart, and creative. She is also innately maternal and my daughter thought of her as a second mom. I...
Reviewed by Mary T.
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Hello my name is Serenity. I have been nannying a few years & I am currently looking for a morning part time family. I have experience with all ages as well as over 5 years of working with individuals with...
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I am passionate when it comes to working with children. I love teaching children new things. I am very caring loving hard working outgoing person. I will do arts and crafts, build forts, dance, sing, play board...
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Recent Review:
5.0
Helped us out for a date night. She gave us lots of great tips of local things to do with in town. My daughter was well taken care of. Will definitely use Carly again!!
Reviewed by Emily B.
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I started watching children at the young age of 11. I started out with a family of 4 girls under the age of 6 had me on my toes. I have cared for all age groups, multiples, and special needs.
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Jessica W. | Rochester, NY
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp • 24 yrs old
Experienced And Understanding Caregiver
Description:
Hello! :) My name is Jessica, and I have been a babysitter/caretaker of babies and children from a young age. I have been a nanny as well as occasional babysitter for various families over the years, each with...
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Recent Review:
5.0
Jessica cared for our 11- month old daughter for a short time and did a wonderful job. She was punctual, took our daughter on long morning walks, played, read, feed, and changed diapers and asked for feedback....
Reviewed by Maryann R.
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My name is Alexandra and I have been working with children for about eight years, two of which were in daycare while one year as an Au Pair in Germany. In high school I have had a love for teaching. I tutored...
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Hello! My name is Liz and I am an Occupational Therapist in the school setting looking for part-time afternoon/weekend jobs. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from SUNY Geneseo and Master's Degree in...
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Kajah H. | Rochester, NY
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Kajah, and this is a little about me.
I have been in childcare for 8 years. I currently work as a nanny for 2 children ages 5 and 2, I have been with this family since the toddler was 4 months....
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Teresa M. | Rochester, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp • 61 yrs old
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My experience with infants to adult children comes directly with raising my own 3 children who are now 28, 25 & 23. The older 2 are awesome human beings, both gainfully employed. My youngest was born with...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rochester, NY
Stephanie R.
5.0
Stephanie was so sweet and I highly recommend! She came early and was very professional! I needed a last minute babysitter a few hours before my event and she reached out and saved the day! It was a later shift and she did great! Thank you so much!
- Natalia L.
Joel C.
5.0
Joel was our life saver. Our kids have PTSD and our son was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD, which is certainly difficult to manage on a daily basis, but hen Virtual School hit us. Joel, with his background in special needs kids, not only kept our son under control, but was...
- Britta H.
Audryana A.
5.0
Audryana is top notch! Loving, caring, respectful, and an A plus , stellar reliable caregiver! We are so thankful for her!
- Carey V.
Amariz C.
5.0
Amariz is amazing. She is patient and kind. Having a child with special needs can be challenging but she came in and was supportive. Being a mother herself I knew I could trust she would protect my child like her own. I definitely recommend her services.
- Ashley D.
Melissa K.
5.0
Melissa had a heart of gold and is experienced, helpful, sweet and kind. She is reliable and trustworthy. I would absolutely hire her again!
- Carey V.
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