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Jennifer W.

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 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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Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Schenectady, NY

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hello! I'm K : ) I provide enrichment and connection-based care for families in the Capital region. My main objective in care-work is to foster a mutually enjoyable relationship that facilitates play, communication, independence, and meaningful interaction with your child's community and wider world. My formal training is in...
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Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Worked as a camp counselor at Schenectady JCC during the months June-August through 2005-2009. Cared for a minimum of 15 children and maximum of 22 at a time, with assistance of two other counselors. Ages varied from 4-8, including children with special needs. Tasks included interacting with parents, created weekly newsletters,...
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Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
My name is Melessa and I am a mom of 12-year-old twin boys. I have many years of experience taking care of children, including nannying full time for 2 children (ages 6 and 2). I'm hardworking, reliable, kind, loving, and caring. I have experience with special needs. I have my own transportation and a clean driving record. I'm...
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Schenectady, NY

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$30/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
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I am currently 27, have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I began nannying and providing respite care for special needs children and teens in college. I have always been naturally good with children and have a warm, young spirit that babies and kids warm up to easily. I love taking children under my care to group...
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Fun Enthusiastic Sitter!

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Have worked with children of all ages. I have worked with children with special needs in a one-on-one setting. Am currently working on a degree in physical education at Russell Sage College. I have 10 nieces and nephews so am no stranger to working with children! I love being active and playing games and exploring new ideas!
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Mom Of 3

Schenectady, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a married mother of three, my oldest is 24, my youngest will be six next week! I'm well experienced with children, and am willing to work with sick and special needs children as well. I am pet friendly too! I am a non-smoker.
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Schenectady, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have worked with disabled adults, as well as adults with special needs and was a bus monitor for kids with special needs. I enjoy how happy they are, I just have trouble lifting because I have a bad back. I worked as a direct support professional with AIM services and Wildwood.
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Schenectady, NY

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi there, my name is Bridget and I am 23 years old! My full time career is job coaching and I am currently finishing my bachelors degree in Social Work! My favorite age group are toddlers, but I have experience with all ages. I'm looking for a part-time position, mainly evening weekday shifts but have weekend availability as...
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Experienced Nanny, Mom, And Caregiver

Schenectady, NY

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! I'm a mom of 3 fantastic teens with a true passion for caring for children. I currently work as a caregiver for adults but deeply miss spending time with little ones. I studied Early Childhood Education in high school, completed a nanny training course, and ran a licensed home daycare for 4 years. I'm CPR/First Aid...
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Compassionate Care Give

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Companionship
hospice services
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a compassionate and reliable caregiver with 4 years of experience providing care for children, seniors, and individuals with special needs. I am dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing environment where clients feel comfortable and supported. With a focus on building strong, trusting relationships, I am committed to meeting...
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Hi! My name is Tierney and I am 25 years old. I am a junior at The College of Saint Rose and am getting my bachelors in History Education and my Masters in Special Education. I have 12 years of experience with children who are typically developing and who have special needs. I spent a year and a half as a nanny in NJ before I...
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Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I am currently employed at Helping Hands academy in Clifton in Park. I am in a self-contained classroom. This classroom typically has students that are on the autism spectrum, mostly nonverbal.
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Part Time Caregiver For Typical Developing Or Special Needs.

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Tierney and I am a 33-year-old woman who has 20 years of experience working and caring for children of all ages. I started as a mother's helper at the age of 13. Once I turned 18, I continued working with the same family, but through a respite agency. During that time, I spent 5 years working in a private school...
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Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hello. My name is Jessica. I have almost 10 years of experience working with children ranging from infants to Pre-k. I have also worked with children with special needs and loved it! I currently work as a Pre- k teacher at a local child care center. So this means I am fully vaccinated. am very outgoing and love to think up...

Debbie F. says "I worked with Jessica in the past and she is a very dependable .. honest and caring person . We worked together for 4 years ."

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Experienced Caregiver Also For Children With Special Needs

Clifton Park, NY

4.8(1)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
As a nanny, I have 11+ years experience in childcare for infants up through adolescence to early teens. In the past, I have performed light duties, ran errands, personal care responsibilities, and was First Aid/CPR certified. I also have experience with special needs children. I enjoy working with infants, toddlers and...

Kadan S. says "Ellie is a wonderful babysitter. She is very caring and loves keeping our children engaged. She is very responsive and keeps us informed about their day....

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Full Time Care Giver

Clifton Park, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
3 words I would use to describe myself as a care giver are energetic, kind and patient! I have been babysitting since I was 14 and I have experience being a live in, full-time nanny. I am experienced and comfortable with taking care of children along a wide range of ages which include newborn to 13 years old. Over the last...

David N. says "Megan has been watching our 2 kids ages 6 and 10. She is nice, dependable and our kids enjoy having her watch them. She also helps with homework and...

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Special Education Teacher

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a special education teacher for 3 years in a school setting. I have a dual degree from The College of Saint Rose in Childhood and Special Education, a Masters Degree in Literacy from SUNY Albany and I am currently halfway through another Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism from The Sage Colleges. I...

Lindsey A. says "My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and...

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Ballston Lake, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I've worked with children with and without special needs for 11 years. I moved from Tampa where I babysat regularly and taught swim lessons. I am currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I love being outdoors and being creative!

Crystal H. says "Was unable to take the position due to another job order, but responded very quickly to inform me of that. I believe that says a lot about her...

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Clifton Park, NY

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Throughout high school I put in over 180 hours of volunteer work working with anyone ages 4-25 with special needs and teaching them soccer, basketball, and how to ride a bike as well. I'm most comfortable with children with autism and down syndrome, but love anyone and everyone and want to help. I believe helping people is my...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.03/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Schenectady, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Schenectady, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Jessica S.

I worked with Jessica in the past and she is a very dependable .. honest and caring person . We worked together for 4 years .

- Debbie F.

Ellie L.

Ellie is a wonderful babysitter. She is very caring and loves keeping our children engaged. She is very responsive and keeps us informed...

- Kadan S.

Megan N.

Megan has been watching our 2 kids ages 6 and 10. She is nice, dependable and our kids enjoy having her watch them. She also helps with...

- David N.

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