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Christine S.

Experienced Childcare Provider

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
I have 10 years of experience working in an elementary school as a pre-k aide, and have worked in private childcare for the past 2. Additionally I have raised 3 children of my own (one with special needs). I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.

Nirupama R. says "Christine was absolutely wonderful with our three year old! She brought books to read and crafts to do, and took the most loving care of our child. Our...

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Full Time Caregiver

Olivebridge, NY

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hey, my name is Amber! I am 27 and have a daughter who will be two in June. I work for Anderson Center for Autism and have been in the human services field for about seven years. I was drug tested and had a background check prior to my hire at Anderson and am going to update my care profile with that information shortly. I am...
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Special Needs

Saugerties, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Cindy I have one son 23. I worked as a Montessori teacher for many years and had my own little private school/daycare for 8years. I've also cared the elderly for the past 8 years.
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Senior Care

Saugerties, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
companionship
mobility assistance
errands
+ 1 more
Hi, I worked with children for many years. I've cared for the elderly before teaching and also worked with children of special needs. I came back to where I love being and that is with the elder. I've been caring for the elderly for over 28years. I've worked in nursing homes and privately in many homes. I'm experienced with...

Carolyn G. says "I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job seriously and...

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Autistic Support Caregiver

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have 24 years of experience , working with individuals with autism and emotional disabilities. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support and Assistive Technology/AAC. I also have 8 years experience as a private caregiver of adults aged 30-80 . I am skilled in creating daily scheduling for SDS individuals. I...

Care Member says "We hired Glenn for our 23 year old son. He has provided daily support for him. This included transporting him to his scheduled activities and also being...

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CNA Certified

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been in this field for 15 years. I am a CNA. I work with the elderly, mentally ill adults/ children, and children with disabilities. I can provide excellent references. What I love most about working in this field is being able to be a part of working with someone to reach the persons full potential. I am patient, soft...
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
I've been a nanny longterm with a couple families and also short term for families on vacation while I lived in Hawaii for 10 years. I've nannied for all different ages and demographics- foster children to celebrities children. I also have experience with special needs children.
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Pleasant Valley, NY

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$26/hr
Hi! I'm Paige. I'm 19 years old Russian-American & I've been babysitting all kinds of kids regular and ones with special needs & medical needs. I love kids and doing fun/ creative activities with them.
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Child Care

Red Hook, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
I have a son who is differently abled. I worked as a nurse for a preschool and a special needs school. I currently work per diem for a local school district as a certified teachers assistant.
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All Around Caregiver

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm a caring, fun, loving and compassionate caregiver/nursing aide. I've cared for children, teens, adults and seniors on a medical and non-medical levels for over 20 years. I've held a title as a sitter, a direct support professional (DSP), and a geriatric aide. As a sitter I've ensured the safety and well-being of the...
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Adventure Creator

Saugerties, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm a certified school psychologist who has worked in elementary, middle and high school settings. I'm CPR and First Aid certified and have been caring for children as a sitter for 10+ years. I have experience with children who have special needs and will be happy to share my expertise . I love creating adventures for kids,...
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Clintondale, NY

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$35/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
My name is Ana. I have over 20 years of experience working as a nanny with children ages ranging from newborns to preteens including a child with special needs. I have great work ethics, positive outlook on life and warm personality. I am very patient with children mainly, because I love working with them and therefore I...
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Licensed Practical Nurse

Saugerties, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have over 15 years experience in nursing, working in all types of settings. I started my career in home-care, and since then have worked in emergency care, long term, and transitioned into office nurse. I come with a vast knowledge of the medical field, along with compassion, hard work and an open mind.
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
In 10th grade, I started working at SNACK, an afterschool and weekend activity center for kids and teens with ASD and other mental disabilities. We had different classes ranging from soccer and basketball to music and yoga. I also worked as a full-time nanny for a 2-year-old girl with mental and physical disabilities. I learned...
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
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!
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Fun, Skilled And Artistic Sitter.

Wappingers Falls, NY

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$20/hr
9 years experience
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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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I'm a caring and compassionate caregiver with respect for our all my clients. I have my own transportation and I don't smoke. I provide personal care, companionship, transitional care, Alzheimer's care, medication reminders, transportation assistant, light housekeeping, laundry, and nutrition management. As a nursing assistant,...
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$21/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with children and adults that have disabilities for over 18 years. It has become my passion. I feel you have to have an extreme amount of patience and a special kind of heart to work with someone who fully depends on you for assistance with completing daily tasks. I always go above and beyond to make sure the...
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Caregiver

Wappingers Falls, NY

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Hello there my name is mercedes and I have lots of experience with special needs patients I'm patient honest hardworking punctual and very easy to talk and positive attitude.
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DSP/ CAREGIVER

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
My name is Tasha. I am currently working in a Center For Autism I also work I also work with dementia patient for years I love taking care of others and I do it to the best of my abilities.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.50/hr as of December 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Ulster Park, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Ulster Park, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Christine S.

Christine was absolutely wonderful with our three year old! She brought books to read and crafts to do, and took the most loving care of our...

- Nirupama R.

Cindy H.

I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job...

- Carolyn G.

Glenn S.

We hired Glenn for our 23 year old son. He has provided daily support for him. This included transporting him to his scheduled activities...

- Care member

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