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RN Available Full-time With Extensive Experience With Geriatric/special Needs Populations

Valatie, NY

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Errands
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
RN with 25 years of direct care experience now working in home care. I've worked with dementia/Alzheimer's patients, hospice, as well as the MR/DD population. I'm happy to do hygiene care, PT, household chores, food shopping, and med appointments, as well.

Carolyn S. says "I hired Karin to assist with caring for my parents. One has Alzheimer's and the other Parkinson's Disease. She worked with us for a couple years until...

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Home Care Assistant For Children, Special Needs, And Elderly

Valatie, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors has been my lifelong passion. Over the past decade, I have dedicated my career to providing compassionate, reliable care that empowers families and improves the daily lives of those I serve. My approach is rooted in patience and a detail-oriented focus, ensuring I truly...
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Have A Place In My Heart For People With Disabilities

Nassau, NY

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked in the human service field sense I was 18 and prior to that growing up my family always worked in that field also grew up helping take care of my grandfather who had a sever brain injury and behaviors. This field comes natural to me and something I am compassionate about. I also have a 6-year-old who's disabled and...
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Ghent, NY

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I worked with Aim Services Inc for 3 years with their self direction program. I helped people with mobility issues, wanting to learn social skills and independence, and so much more. I love working with kids as I am a mom myself but I also have experience working with young adults and seniors. Most of my experience is with...
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Preschool Teacher With A Heart For Children After-School Nanny With A Passion For Early Learning

Old Chatham, NY

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Ali, and I'm a dependable, and experienced early childhood professional with over 5 years of hands-on experience working with children from infancy to 6 years old. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and have spent the 3 years as a preschool teacher, where I create developmentally...
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Carefiver

Nassau, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience
I am a Registered Nurse with almost 20 years experience, many of them working with patients with special needs, as well as have experience with my own child and family mbers with special needs.
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Kinderhook, NY

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Abby, and I am 21 years old. I'm passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging environment for children aged newborn to 6. I have over 5 years of experience with childcare through NY state, previous babysitting roles, and as a school TA! Previous babysitting roles sparked my desire to positively impact...
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Senior Care

Pittsfield, MA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
personal care
dementia
I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
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Pittsfield, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
as a mother of a child with adhd, odd and ddmd, and autism I have a lot of experience with special needs kids. I also have been a big part in caring for my nephew with asd, spd and developmental delays! I have worked for doctors, dentists, Police officers and people off all walks of life. I treat the kids as I would my own with...

Jarret S. says "Misty was great. She initially impressed me by texting me the day before with a series of questions about my son - everything from his schedule to whether...

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Rensselaer, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
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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NYS Retired Teacher. Special Needs Care Experience

Slingerlands, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Mom of two, grandmother of three, sister of special needs adult and school teacher 25+ K-12. Love to be with adults/children/toddlers/babies. I am organized, good sense of humor, can transport, make simple meals, light pick-up, organize activities, help with schoolwork/tasks/errands, computer savvy with online learning...

Bert And Holly T. says "Anne is the best! Difficult to say enough good things! She anticipates needs and is extremely bright! My wife adores and trusts Ann. When...

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Babysitter

Pittsfield, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Crystal as a senior caregiver. She took care of my 90 yr Father for over a year until his recent passing. She was professional,...

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Educator, Nanny, Advocate

Glenmont, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
I'm a semi-retired professional with many years of experience as a teacher, case manager and advocate for children with special needs.
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Extremely Fun Nanny :)

Pittsfield, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I have 12 years of experience. I have special needs background, and practice gentle parenting! Please message me with any and all questions! I'm very peaceful and passionate, and I love developing friendships with families. I have HHA certification, CPR/First aid certification, and a DCI certification.
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Art Teacher Looking For Part Time After School Work

Poestenkill, NY

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$16/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am an Art Teacher of 23 years in Wynantskill looking to supplement my income with part time after school work. I have experience with special needs kids, kids on the spectrum, and am very loving, patient, creative and fun. I am available 3-6 p.m. M, T, Th, and Friday. Wednesday hours are 4-6. I have first aid training and...
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Albany, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jennifer and I have been caregiving for over 10 years. I started my journey at 12 years old, when I completed the American Red Cross babysitters' course. Since then, I have gained experience carrying for children of all ages, from infants to teens. I also have experience working with individuals with special needs...
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Hudson, NY

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Thank you for considering me for your family/home! Choosing me: you'll welcome a learner-led Educator and artist/designer, with 6 years of experience working with children of various ages & children with special needs. Having worked in diverse childcare settings- Preschool, Montessori, Daycare, High School, Park Districts,...
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Hudson, NY

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
errands
personal care
light cleaning
dementia
I am a caregiver with over 10 years of experience providing compassionate, dependable care in hospice, dementia, special needs, and elder care settings. I offer patience, dignity, and strong hands-on support to help clients feel safe, comfortable, and respected. I am experienced in personal care, companionship, mobility...
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East Greenbush, NY

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$23/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
Current pharmacy student on rotations looking for weekends/night care. Experience with general caregiving as well as with special needs children and children with type 1 diabetes.
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Shannon

Feura Bush, NY

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$16/hr
I am current learning ASL in college, I have taken 2 semesters worth already. I have experience with type 1 diabetes. Open to training and always willing to learn!
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $32.00/hr as of September 2026

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

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

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

Karin T.

I hired Karin to assist with caring for my parents. One has Alzheimer's and the other Parkinson's Disease. She worked with us for a couple...

- Carolyn S.

Misty L.

Misty was great. She initially impressed me by texting me the day before with a series of questions about my son - everything from his...

- Jarret S.

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.

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