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Adriana F.

Nanny With 10 Years Experience

Milton, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hi families! My name is Adriana and I am 24 years old. I have been working with children of all ages (infant-school age) for 10 years. My love for working with children began when my little brother was born. He was diagnosed with Autism at the age of 2. He seeked a lot of attention, care, and scheduling, but I absolutely...
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Kylie R.

Walden, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have a lot of experience working with children of various ages, with and without physical and/or mental disabilities. I have provided child care for several years. I worked with an organization and also in two elementary schools. I love working with people of any age, especially when I am able to help them grow and learn.

Katie B. says "Kylie a wonderful caregiver. She's is extremely personable, caring, energetic and interacts with my child in a very pleasant and gentle way. My son has...

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Kylie R.

Walden, NY

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$16/hr
7 years experience
Transportation
visiting physician
errands
light cleaning
Most of my experience involves working with children, or adults with special needs. I am very interested in working with and providing care for seniors as well.
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Kayla F.

Loving Nanny

Newburgh, NY

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$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! My name is Kayla. I'm 25 years old. I began nannying while attending The College of New Rochelle, at the age of 17. I've nannied in both NY & Florida. I am CPR certified. I also am vaccinated for COVID and the Flu. I have experience with all ages of children, including infants as young as 4 weeks old. I also have...
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Luckinson C.

Newburgh, NY

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$27/hr
3 years experience
I have skills in Personal Care Assistance. I have skills in CPR/First Aid. I have skills in behavioral psychology and family sociology.
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Christine S.

Experienced Childcare Provider

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
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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Whitneyfer A.

Creative Sitter

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
I've always been around children from working at daycare's and after school centers. The children were from the ages of 1-16. Many years of experience! I'm very artistic and creative. Experienced with children with special needs.

Katherine F. says "Whitneyfer did so well with my 2 year old. Reliable with transportation to take my daughter to the park and activities. Very artistic, lots of art...

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Gabriella C.

Campbell Hall, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Gabriella, I hope this message finds you well! Love for children is something that runs deep in me, with my dream to help with early childhood development. I love outdoor times, creativity, interactive play and exploration during all seasons. I also have experience with special needs children, as they hold a...

Care Member says "Very attentive with my daughter, taught her things she needs to learn at her age. Very well mannered. "

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Catherine I.

Full-time Nanny

Ulster Park, NY

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I've have been nannying for over 10 years and have experience with special needs, newborns and teaching in a learning setting. I have graduated nursing school, CPR certified and currently in school for NutrItion. I currently work in the NICU at AMC as a feeding technician. I am fully vaccinated against COVID and follow all...

Nicole M. says "Catherine watched our 1 year old son while we attended a wedding in the Catskills. He immediately warmed up to her and barely noticed when we left. She...

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Laura D.

Summer Caregiver Available

Cornwall on Hudson, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience
I am a mother of three who has worked with special education children in school and home settings. I have experience with children with Autism. I was the director of a day care program. I have NYS and NJ Teaching Certification credentials. I enjoy children and love enriching their education and watching them grow.

Care Member says "Laura is great with my autistic son. He loves her and is always excited to see her. She plans fun and enriching activities and is a reliable travel...

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Nelene V.

Caregiver

Chester, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I have a passion for caring for others. I started when I was younger working in a childcare center, babysitting and then into the medical field. I have 10 years experience working with children and 7 years of medical experience including adults, geriatrics and have helped with varies forms of needs.
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Ashley A.

Goshen, NY

4.0(1)
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$21/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Ashley and I am 27 years old. I have interned at an elementary school teaching kindergarten, 2nd grade and 4th grade. I am also certified to teach English as a second language. I work in regular classrooms as well as special education classrooms. I have also tutored 7th grade math and English, 11th grade...

Jennifer F. says "Ashley was very caring and nurturing for my daughter who was just 4 months old when she started with us. My daughter became very fond of Ashley over the...

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Eileen N.

Highland Mills, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
My name is eileen I am 61 years old and a retired elementary school teacher and mother of three daughters and two granddaughters and a grandson due in July. I have experience caring for infants through elementary school. I have also cared with children with autism and special needs . I can cook meals, help with homework,...

Rebecca D. says "Eileen is a sweet, reliable and caring person who took care of my children and dog on a daily basis for many years before we moved away. She also took...

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Hope K.

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Wappingers Falls, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Hope and I have around 5 years of childcare experience for children of all ages. Ranging from 3 months to 14 yrs old. I strive in building not only a relationship with the children but the entire family. My personality can be described as creative, warm hearted and bubbly. I love to teach the children new things,...

Care Member says "Hope is AMAZING!!! She is wonderful with my 16 month old & he adores her! I know that he’s in good hands with her & she always goes above & beyond. She...

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Megan D.

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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Jacqueline L.

Caregiver Available

Wappingers Falls, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Jackie. I have experience with children of all ages, as well as experience caring for children with special needs and multiple children. I have worked privately for families as a nanny on and off for the last 10 years. Most recently I have been working as a school counselor, but am currently on maternity leave caring for...

Lisa M. says "Jackie is reliable, punctual, dependable and an absolute sweetheart. I am extremely comfortable leaving my children and pets in her care. She keeps me up...

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Cassie W.

Middletown, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I believe a babysitter plays a important role in a child's life. Therefore, I treat all children the way I would if they were my own. I have experience working with multiple children at once as well as special needs. I currently work at a daycare mainly with infants and toddlers. While babysitting I am focused on the child and I...

Natalie N. says "Hired Cassie for a last minute trip where care was needed for our 11 month old including her bedtime routine. Cassie did wonderfully and gained our...

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Briyah G.

Beacon, NY

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
2 years experience
Hi, I'm Briyah! I have experience providing one-on-one care for individuals on the autism spectrum, including non-verbal children and young adults with higher support needs. I've worked as both a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and a private caregiver, offering consistent, compassionate support tailored to each child's routine...

Patricia B. says "Briyah is reliable, compassionate and calm when dealing with children/individuals with special needs. She forms respectful bonds with those in her care....

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Julia W.

Easy-going And Patient Babysitter

New Paltz, NY

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a 27-year-old early childhood education major. I've been working with children since I was 14, including babysitting, assistant directing children's theater productions, working with children with special needs, and teaching preschool in a federal building, which involves a high-security clearance. Most recently, I've...

Claire K. says "Julia has been a wonderful caretaker for our daughter from the ages of 3-9 months. The only reason we had to stop using her was relocating for a job. Our...

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Glenn S.

Autistic Support Caregiver

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of December 2025

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Wallkill, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Kylie R.

Kylie a wonderful caregiver. She's is extremely personable, caring, energetic and interacts with my child in a very pleasant and gentle...

- Katie B.

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.

Whitneyfer A.

Whitneyfer did so well with my 2 year old. Reliable with transportation to take my daughter to the park and activities. Very artistic, lots...

- Katherine F.

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