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Working on getting certifications, including CPR. I have experience teaching dance to children ages 2-12 and working with children with special needs. I have babysit for family friends for years of my life and I am currently a Childhood Education major looking to get my masters in Special Education.
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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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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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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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I have 3 years of experience with a private nanny agency and also have experience with special needs care. 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. Currently, I'm pursuing my masters online.
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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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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...
I am a Speech Language Pathologist looking to assist families with child-care. I enjoy working with people of all ages and all abilities.
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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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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10 years experience·
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
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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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The average post rate is $18.76/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
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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
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.
Janay R.
Loves kids with a passion. Very respectful and reliable.
- Eric A.
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