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Starr D.

Troy, NY

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$16/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Starr I'm 26 years old. I lived upstate New York for about 15 years. I enjoy working with kids, I was a teacher, worked in 2 different schools. I'm a very out going person and love to have fun. I worked with children with special needs. I am CPR certified I have had a lot of training in my past few years. I...
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Nanny

Troy, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am the Mother of two wonderful grown daughters. I have worked with several families over the years as a Caregiver and have worked with families of special needs children. I have experience working in a special needs preschool environment and early intervention as an assistant. I enjoy reading with children and can provide...
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Troy, NY

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello Families! My name is Kara and I am 21 years old. I have worked with children from the age of 4 months to 17 years old. I have worked as a Teaching Assistant for infants, preschoolers, and special needs children. For the past 5 summers, I have worked at a summer camp! I was a counselor for 3 years, and last year I was the...
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Troy, NY

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Bringing eight years of childcare experience, I am eager to positively impact your children's lives. My passion stems from fostering growth and development in a fun, safe environment. While I'm a certified teacher, I also have experience with special needs children and coursework in Early Child Development. I am patient,...
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Troy, NY

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$35/hr
1 year experience
Companionship
specialized care
personal care
respite care
I have 3 years of experience with a private nanny agency and also have experience with special needs care & Senior care. For childcare, I can help with Swimming Supervision and Arts Crafts, outdoor/indoor activities, school work etc. I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts and Associates in Science degree. For senior care I can...
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Troy, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
companionship
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Bringing comfort and support to others is my passion. I spent 2-3 years caring for elder care and 20+ years working with special needs children and young adults. I've been a live in Nanny for 3+ years . I've provided respite and live-in care, along with assistance for errands, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I also...
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Troy, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Jenna, and working with kids is my greatest passion! I have 6 years of babysitting experience with both neurotypical and neurodivergent kiddos. I also have one year of experience working at a preschool for children with special needs (many non-verbal). I currently work with a 9y. o. and a 12 y. o., both with...

Meghan F. says "Jenna is the sweetest! She is kind, dependable, responsible and fun. My children Love when she babysits! She gives all her attention to the children,...

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Troy, NY

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I have 3+ years of experience with children. I have worked with children of all ages with my moms previous daycare. I have worked as a direct support professional for 4 years now with children/adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. I am currently an Occupational Therapy Student.
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Rensselaer, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello my name is Mary. I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old off and on. I'm certified in CNA, HHA, and I'm a teacher's assistant for special needs. I have 8 years experience in dementia and 10 in special needs.

Jaclyne M. says "Mary has done wonderful with our girls, they really listen to her well. My older 2 love having her daughters here to play as well."

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Part-Time/Full-Time Babysitter

Watervliet, NY

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is jen I am A certified teacher assistant. I have worked at afew elementary schools with the pre-k and kindergartens. One of the elementary schools I worked at I doing one on one with a 4th grader who is autistic. I have experience with special needs children as well. I also have experience with the elderly. I was taking...

Sandra I. says "Jennifer saved the day for us when our other babysitter canceled last minute. Jen came the same day with only hours notice."

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The Fun & Responsible Second Mom !

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello guys ! My name is Janay and I consider taking care of children as a lifestyle rather than a job because I love them so much. I have 8 years of experience inside and outside of family , including special needs children. I am currently enrolled in school to become a teacher , as I study early childhood education and child...

Eric A. says "Loves kids with a passion. Very respectful and reliable."

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Art Teacher Looking For Summer Break Adventures

Cohoes, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
As a teacher on summer break who's new to the area, I'd like to get to know some new families and spend some time with kids without having to grade their work! I have worked in education for the past decade. I also worked with children with developmental disabilities for over 10 years and still work with some of them as adults...

Nikki S. says "Trustworthy and cleans up! She took great care of my infant and toddler and also picked up the house. "

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Cohoes, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have worked with kids 2-4 years old. I love children and I love to play! I can also feed them, change diapers, bathe them, put them to bed, whatever you need to be done! I'm 28 and very responsible! I also have a sister who has special needs so I am used to communicating and interacting with special needs children.
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Part-Time Caregiver

Latham, NY

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
personal care
+ 1 more
I am a passionate, caring individual with a deep love for helping others and making a difference wherever I can. I am the proud mother of three wonderful young children who inspire me daily to lead with love, patience, and resilience. Raising my kids has taught me so much about what it means to nurture, guide, and support...
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Latham, NY

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$20/hr
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have several years of hands-on experience working with children, including those with special needs, and seniors. My compassionate and patient nature allows me to build strong, trusting relationships while providing personalized care and support. I am skilled in creating engaging activities for kids, supporting developmental...
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Nanny With 20 Years Experience Looking For Full-Time Summer Position

Wynantskill, NY

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$22/hr
20 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Cat, and I have over 20 years of experience working with children across various age groups, from infants to high school students. I hold dual master's degrees in Special Education and Literacy from UAlbany, and I have worked in many roles, including third-grade teacher, nanny, and summer camp assistant director. My...
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Part-time Babysitter Available.

Latham, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Nicole, I'm 24 years old and currently working as a Registered Nurse in New York City. I'm CPR certified and have over 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to pre-teens. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Statistics, which has helped me better understand child development...
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Watervliet, NY

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$21/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
dementia
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Autumn. I'm a certified Nursing Assistant/ TA to kids with special needs, with hands-on experience providing personal care and daily support to older adults. My background as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and nanny has taught me patience, empathy, and how to tailor care to each person's unique needs. I'm...
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Cohoes, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
For over a decade, I've been dedicated to working with children, first as an experienced babysitter throughout my teenage years, and then as a certified educator for the past seven years. What sets me apart: • 7 Years in Education: I served as a Teacher for four years (focusing on preschool and kindergarten) and a Teaching...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.14/hr as of February 2026

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Troy, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Jenna G.

Jenna is the sweetest! She is kind, dependable, responsible and fun. My children Love when she babysits! She gives all her attention to the...

- Meghan F.

Mary L.

Mary has done wonderful with our girls, they really listen to her well. My older 2 love having her daughters here to play as well.

- Jaclyne M.

Jennifer E.

Jennifer saved the day for us when our other babysitter canceled last minute. Jen came the same day with only hours notice.

- Sandra I.

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