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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Amsterdam, NY

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Amsterdam, NY

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Meghan C.


Amsterdam, NY

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Energetic Caregiver

4.7

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm an energetic, passionate, caring and responsible care giver and teacher. I'm currently a Special Education teacher in the local area. I obtained my Master's degree in Literacy instruction from UAlbany for grades B-6th as well as my early childhood degree. I have been teaching since 2014 but I have been in the education field...
Meghan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

3.0
"Megan was great while working for my family. Unfortunately She quit 3 weeks in."

Jeremy G.

I have worked in daycare and hospital settings with people that have special needs. Anything I am not aware of how to do I am more than willing to learn! I am a certified patient care assistant through a hospital, I've also done about 3 years of cna work
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Nadaysha B.


Amsterdam, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver / Direct Support Professional

I have experience with special needs care. I love what I do and helping people also have experience with old people.
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Kayla B.


Amsterdam, NY

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hi families! I am a dependable, trustworthy, cheerful and loving person. I have many years of experience working with children from 2 months to 10 years but love kids of all ages! I have my Master's in Occupational Therapy. Playing outside and promoting creativity is what I encourage in children of all ages. In my free time I...
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Gia G.


Amsterdam, NY

$16-35/hr10 yrs exp

Woman Loves Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I began babysitting as a teenager. I never had children of my own & consider this important to my connection with children. I have experience with children ages newborn to 8 yrs. as well as special needs. is a 2 yr. downs syndrome child. He is exceptionally smart despite his disability, accepting & affectionate. I don't notice...
Gia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Janet R.


Amsterdam, NY

$22-28/hr6 yrs exp

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I have done housekeeping a few years back for a bed bound NYU students Love working with individuals who have special needs, bed bound, also have done security, elderly, senior citizens buildings
Janet can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
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Lauren M.


Schenectady, NY

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Enthusiastic And Experienced Babysitter Available Work Whenever I Am Needed.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am very passionate about watching and teaching children as well as assuring their safety when they are in my care! I have worked in a classroom setting as a preschool teacher and have a Bachelors degree in early childhood education/special ed. The majority of my experience comes from nannying children from ages 7mo-6yrs....
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"She was amazing with my son. She asked to bring him to the park as well as story time at our local library. Lauren prepared healthy meals for my son and gave him a very relaxed but fun morning. There was no hesitation when it came to helping with potty training and...

Jeff L.

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Margaret L.


Galway, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Retired Nurse

I am a retired registered nurse looking for part-time work. My experience has been with people of special needs for 30 + years. I am looking for senior care , child care, those with special needs or pets. I am very familiar the medical concerns experienced with seniors and respect the changes that come with aging. I have...
Margaret can also help with: Dementia, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, errands & more
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Margaret L.


Galway, NY

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Registered Nurse Seeking Part Time Work.

I am recently retired from nursing with OPWDD of NYS. My entire career has been caring for people with disabilities. I am familiar with the various issues people face. I strive to help with their concerns well as respecting their need to be as independent as possible. My goal is to provide a warm, comfortable and safe atmosphere...
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Tammy R.


Schenectady, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Mom, And Caregiver

I am a mom of 3 fantastic teens. I currently work as a caregiver for adults but miss caring for littles. I took 2 years of Early Childhood Education in high school and a nanny course while nannying for a wonderful family. After my children were born I ran a home daycare for 4 years out of my home. I am CPR/First aide...
Tammy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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Margaret L.


Galway, NY

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Child Care

I'm a retired registered nurse looking for part-time work. My experience has been with people with special needs for 30+ yrs. I am open to senior care, babies , older children, those with special needs or pets. I am familiar with the concerns of those needing care including medical concerns, medication management, mobility and...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I am a special education teacher. I have been working with people with special needs for over 5 years.
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Mary C.


Schenectady, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have worked as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for over 30 years. My focus was in special education/developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorders. I also have experience with the geriatric/elder population. I loved my career! Being able to help people is just part of who I am so I would like to continue...
I have been a behavioral technician for almost 3 years working with autistic children . I have both personal and professional experience.

Breana M.


Schenectady, NY

$20-22/hr6 yrs exp

Caring And Creative

Hello, my name is Breana and I am a caring, creative, and patient 27-year-old. I started out getting my Liberal Arts Degree focused in Early Childhood Education and Psychology. I worked in an elementary school then decided to grow my family. I have also been a DSP for children with special needs. My favorite age group is...
Breana can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi! My name is Tierney and I am 25 years old. I am a junior at The College of Saint Rose and am getting my bachelors in History Education and my Masters in Special Education. I have 12 years of experience with children who are typically developing and who have special needs. I spent a year and a half as a nanny in NJ before I...

Tierney C.


Schenectady, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver For Typical Developing Or Special Needs.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Tierney and I am a 33-year-old woman who has 20 years of experience working and caring for children of all ages. I started as a mother's helper at the age of 13. Once I turned 18, I continued working with the same family, but through a respite agency. During that time, I spent 5 years working in a private school...
Tierney can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kelsey L.


Ballston Spa, NY

$16-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hey I'm Kelsey!! I graduated from Le Moyne College with a B. A. in Psychology. I have had a lot of course work in child & adolescent development and behavioral courses. I also have experience working as a part time TA in a preschool and have nannied for lots of families. I'm also a mama to a beautiful 1. 5-year-old little girl!...
Kelsey can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Kelsey took care of our 3 kids ages 5, 3 and 9 months and our big dog when I worked part time. There are no words to truly explain just how wonderful she was! She took such good care of the kids, did crafts, played outside, made meals, did bed time and even cleaned...

Kelly T.

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Jenna B.


Ballston Spa, NY

$16/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My childcare experience consists of full time nannying for a few different families. I have cared for a baby girl part time, special needs children at a local school full time, a disabled 3-year-old boy part time, as well as a family with three children all under the age of two including a set of twins full time. My duties have...
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Jenna has been one of the best decisions we have made for our family. We now consider her a part of our family. There is an obvious love between her and our now 1 year old baby girl.They had an instant connection which made my transition to having to go back to...

Marijo N.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Amsterdam, NY

Meghan C.

5.0

Meghan was a fantastic nanny for both my girls for almost 3 months. She is responsible, caring, honest, communicative and on-time throughout her employment with me. She is also open minded in receiving feedback and guidance on how I would like my babies to be cared for, yet still offering her advice...

- Shannon M.

Lauren M.

5.0

She was amazing with my son. She asked to bring him to the park as well as story time at our local library. Lauren prepared healthy meals for my son and gave him a very relaxed but fun morning. There was no hesitation when it came to helping with potty training and working on a daily routine! Will...

- Jeff L.

Kelsey L.

5.0

Kelsey took care of our 3 kids ages 5, 3 and 9 months and our big dog when I worked part time. There are no words to truly explain just how wonderful she was! She took such good care of the kids, did crafts, played outside, made meals, did bed time and even cleaned up before I would come home....

- Kelly T.

Jenna B.

5.0

Jenna has been one of the best decisions we have made for our family. We now consider her a part of our family. There is an obvious love between her and our now 1 year old baby girl.They had an instant connection which made my transition to having to go back to work so much easier. Jenna started...

- Marijo N.

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Ratings for Amsterdam, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Amsterdam, NY are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.