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Find special needs child care in Cohoes, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs child care are listed in Cohoes, NY

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 5 years

Special needs child care in Cohoes, NY

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Tanith B.


Cohoes, NY

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Art Teacher Looking For Summer Break Adventures

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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...
5.0
"Trustworthy and cleans up! She took great care of my infant and toddler and also picked up the house. "

Nikki S.

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Tammy S.


Cohoes, NY

$18-26/hr

Experience With Special Needs

I have experience with some special needs areas from my own twins and family members. My twins were premature. I have an older daughter who has adhd. With my twins both had major development delays. Both needing speech therapy. My son is high functioning autism and adhd. My twins also had cognitive delays. My son had an IEP plan...
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Sarah B.


Cohoes, NY

$19-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Sarah. I don't have a large amount of experience with special needs but the bit I do have has been amazing to me. I've spent about a year working with spectrum preschoolers. I believe everyone deserves love, respect, and patience. I've been told I'm very patient and understanding, especially with children. I...
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Mary M.


Cohoes, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi this is Mary I am an LPN and I work with an agency for 13 years I've done behavioral health pediatrics one on one care with children with special needs feeding G-tube trach care playing and having fun please let me know if you would like to meet me thank you
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Ellie L.


Clifton Park, NY

$15-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Also For Children With Special Needs

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

As a nanny, I have 11+ years experience in childcare for infants up through adolescence to early teens. In the past, I have performed light duties, ran errands, personal care responsibilities, and was First Aid/CPR certified. I also have experience with special needs children. I enjoy working with infants, toddlers and...
Ellie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ellie is a joy to work with, responsible and loving. Ellie began watching my two children when my youngest son was less than 3 months old. She took care of both my son and my 2 year old daughter. As a fellow parent, I am sure you know that it can be difficult....

Carrie S.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a p c a I have 15years experience I also work with ms , I work with kids adults and elderly I love talking care with people
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Alexis B.


Waterford, NY

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently in graduate school studying Communication Sciences and Disorders (Speech Pathology). Previously, I have worked in a preschool setting working in an Autism Spectrum Classroom and 6:1:3 setting. In addition, through my education I have also clinically worked with individuals of all age ranges with a variety of...
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Marisa W.


Albany, NY

$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a special education teacher for 3 years in a school setting. I have a dual degree from The College of Saint Rose in Childhood and Special Education, a Masters Degree in Literacy from SUNY Albany and I am currently halfway through another Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism from The Sage Colleges. I...
5.0
"My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and such a positive, resourceful person to have in our son's life. Would highly recommend her to anyone!"

Lindsey A.

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Judith S.


Albany, NY

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

I am experienced in providing care of children with special needs such as autism, cerebral palsy, and ADHD. I am knowledgeable of the communication, learning, and physical needs of the special needs populations.
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Brianna M.


Albany, NY

$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

My name is Brianna. I have close to 2 years experience assisting individuals with special needs. I have experience in working as a Direct Support Professional supporting individuals of various ages, that have developmental/intellectual disabilities. I provided them assistance with tasks like meal prep or cooking, toileting and...
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Abigail O.


Albany, NY

$18-21/hr • 4 yrs exp

For three years, I worked at a preschool with kids who have special needs. During the school day, I worked closely with them to keep them safe, feed them, navigate conflict, and behavior management. I also have experience caring for a teenage boy with autism. I am comfortable working with any child birth-teenager.
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Taylor M.


Watervliet, NY

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Taylor and I'm currently a senior at UAlbany studying Public Health and English. I have 3 years of experience working with individuals with Autism and ADHD. Toileting, feeding, hygiene, and dressing are all actions I'm comfortable assisting in and facilitating. I have experience with Alzheimer's as I take of my...
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Carol S.


Troy, NY

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I cared for a boy, for two years during the period he was 8 to 10 years old along with his two younger brothers. I learned to deal with his sensory issues as well as helping him cope with changes in his routine when they occurred. I helped him get dressed and ready for school in the morning and prepared breakfast and saw him out...
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Jessica S.


Albany, NY

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs children and adults on and off for 5 years or so. I am a preschool teacher and work with children with special needs on a regular basis. I am also involved in the Best Buddies Program with this wonderful young adult. I love doing this and find it a lot of fun. I love to be able to help experience...
I've been a BT (behavioral technician) for about 3 years now working with autistic children in their home to help with a wide range of skills 1:1. I've been a PreK teacher for 8 years now with a year of experience with infants. Believe me I've seen it all so nothing surprises me. I'm the type of teacher/caregiver that is more on...
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Carolina O.


Troy, NY

$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp

I'm currently working for a second year at an extended school year program for children with different disabilities. I was a counselor my first year and now I'm a teacher, so I lead a group of 3 additional staff and 15 kids.
10+ yrs of working with the State working and caring for People with developmental disability. I am a supervisor from New York State.
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Gabriella M.


Clifton Park, NY

$21-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

I Have Four Years Experience In This Field.

I am a compassionate and dedicated professional who has a passion for working with adults with developmental disabilities. I have experience providing in-home support services to individuals with a range of needs, including personal care, household tasks, and community integration. I strive to create a safe and nurturing...
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Heidi L.


Albany, NY

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

In addition to my experience as an infant teacher, I have worked with people with developmental and physical disabilities for a long time. I have CPR/first aid certified and I am willing to learn anything I need to for a specific situation.
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Joscelyn L.


Albany, NY

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

I worked at Living Resources in their Day Programs in both a direct care and administrative role from 2016 until 2019. I worked in their after school program from 2019 to 2021 as a lead instructor for their Colonie High School location

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Cohoes, NY

Tanith B.

5.0

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

- Nikki S.

Ellie L.

5.0

Ellie is a wonderful babysitter. She is very caring and loves keeping our children engaged. She is very responsive and keeps us informed about their day. I would absolutely recommend Ellie as a babysitter / nanny.

- Kadan S.

Marisa W.

5.0

My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and such a positive, resourceful person to have in our son's life. Would highly recommend her to anyone!

- Lindsey A.

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