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Find special needs caregivers in Amsterdam, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Amsterdam, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Amsterdam, NY

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Jenna B.


Ballston Spa, NY

$16/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, 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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Drupatti S.


Schenectady, NY

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide

Hello, my name is Drupattie. I am a certified home health aide, first aide, and CPR certified. I have been working within the healthcare field for over 10 years. I have experience with special needs, dementia Alzheimer's , hospices). I am proud of my reputation for being a very kind, honest, and...
Drupatti can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"honest reliable and care-giving!! She goes above and beyond to do her job she's very passionate about everything she does very family oriented give her a chance you won't regret"

Sunita S.

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Mercedes G.


Schenectady, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

My name is Mercedes, I'm a Venezuelan medical doctor with specialty en Toxicology and Occupational health working in the US as caregiver for elders, infants and special needs since 2009. At work my priority is safety, happiness and general well being of the caretaker on my care. Please call me Mercedes
5.0
"Mercedes is kind, knowledgeable, and connects with her clients on a personal level. You can not go wrong interviewing her to see if she is the right fit for your needs."

Cathy O.

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Abbie H.


Schenectady, NY

$16-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Recent graduate of Hope College, Holland MI. BA Psychology. Over my years of college, I have nannied consistently for a family in Holland, as well as gaining experience with children in educational settings as well as working with children with special needs. I have experience with the adult special needs populations as well. My...
Abbie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Abbie is a lovely, intelligent young woman and is amazing with children of all ages. I have an eleven-year-old daughter who enjoys spending time with Abbie and sees her as a role-model, and my two-year-old son adores her. Abbie is patient and kind with both and...

Jaime G.

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Clarissa S.


Ballston Spa, NY

$23-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Caring And Reliable Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always had a big heart for those with special needs, the elderly, animals and the underprivileged. I feel my life experiences, and compassion for helping others would be a wonderful asset for you and your loved one. I presently work part-time at an assisted living facility which fulfills a passion of mine with working...
Clarissa can also help with: Transportation, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Clarissa is fabulous! She's such a support to my mother (and to me) and has a wonderful way of helping my mother achieve more without making her feel pressured. My mother considers her a true friend and I think of her as a bit of a lifesaver. I highly recommend."

Karen B.

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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Stacie E.


Ballston Lake, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I've worked with children with and without special needs for 11 years. I moved from Tampa where I babysat regularly and taught swim lessons. I am currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I love being outdoors and being creative!
5.0
"Was unable to take the position due to another job order, but responded very quickly to inform me of that. I believe that says a lot about her character."

Crystal H.

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Ellie L.


Clifton Park, NY

$16-27/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, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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.

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Megan N.


Clifton Park, NY

$16-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

3 words I would use to describe myself as a care giver are energetic, kind and patient! I have been babysitting since I was 14 and I have experience being a live in, full-time nanny. I am experienced and comfortable with taking care of children along a wide range of ages which include newborn to 13 years old. Over the last...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Megan has been watching our 2 kids ages 6 and 10. She is nice, dependable and our kids enjoy having her watch them. She also helps with homework and bringing them to after school activities. We would highly recommend her. "

David N.

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Marcy S.


Ballston Spa, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver For Young And/Or Old

New to NY! In FL I managed 4 busy, dual income homes for over 10 years and 2 homes with special needs (chronic renal failure, adult Down syndrome and teen autism) for over 7 years. My own children are 20 and 19. Army MI stationed in Hawaii and Navy DC stationed in Virginia. They are well on their way to the next chapter of...
Marcy can also help with: Errands, dementia, home modification, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

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Taylor W.


Ballston Spa, NY

$16-21/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have many years of childcare, senior, special needs and children's mental health care experience. I love working with seniors and helping them with their activities of daily living, getting to know them and their families, and helping them to feel as independent as possible. I enjoy learning the games and activities they love...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Bibi B.


Schenectady, NY

$31-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Patient advocacy and support Drug administration Patient monitoring Infection control Bathing patients including tub bath, partial bath, bed bath, and showering Oral care for patients Assisting patients with their personal hygiene, such as male and female perineal care, shaving, nail and hair care and changing clothes Collecting...
Bibi can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Marie M.


Ballston Spa, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am A mother of 2 special needs children . My husband and I own a hair studio located in Clifton Park which I am currently retired from , The salon is still up and running . I am very kind, loving, Responsible and Very dependable. I am currently working as a nanny for 3 children in Saratoga part-time and for a second family in...
Marie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Margaret M.


Porter Corners, NY

$16-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hey there! My name is Maggie and by day I work . I have been babysitting for over 10 years now and have experience working in various preschools and day care programs. I have experience working at the Early Childhood Education Center which was a hub for children with special needs in the Albany area. I love engaging children in...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Liliana W.


Middle Grove, NY

$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Creative And Active Sitter

Hi there! My name is Liliana and I am reaching out because I'd love to be considered as a nanny for your family! I have about three years of experience babysitting/nannying ages 1-12 while I was in college (as well as babysitting for family friends since then), and for the past two years I've been working in both special...
Liliana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Ellie L.


Clifton Park, NY

$16/hr • 4 yrs exp

As a nanny, I have 11 yrs experience of child care for infants up through adolescence to early teens. In the past, I have preformed light duties, personal care & was First Aid/CPR certified. I also was experience with special needs children. I enjoy working with infants, toddlers, & elementary school age children. During my...
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Amanda F.


Ballston Spa, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Personal Care Aid Available Full Time.

I provide outstanding, honest, loyal, trusting, dependable care for the elderly. I've been a certified aid for 19 years. I have experience with end of life care, alzheimers dementia, and much more.
Worked as a camp counselor at Schenectady JCC during the months June-August through 2005-2009. Cared for a minimum of 15 children and maximum of 22 at a time, with assistance of two other counselors. Ages varied from 4-8, including children with special needs. Tasks included interacting with parents, created weekly newsletters,...
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Lanayjah S.


Schenectady, NY

$10-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

I love kids and elderly people. I'm a peoples person, I love when my clients remember me for providing the best care. My patients love my welcoming smile. Most of my experience is with Alzheimer and dementia patients and its a blessing to come in and they remember my face and sometimes my name. I have had my CNA , PCA , and HHA...
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Molly B.


Schenectady, NY

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Professional Working Within The Field Looking For Part Time Job!

Hello, I'm Molly! I currently work for an agency in the capital district as a Community Service Coordinator. This is a full time position M-F. i love my job! In this role I oversee the Community Habilitation and Respite departments. I am looking forward to working with a great family/individual and building the trust that...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Amsterdam, NY

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.

Drupatti S.

5.0

Drupatti is a wonderful dependable health aide. She is trustworthy, and capable of all life saving treatments. She has a lovely personality that makes it easy to work with her. Very upbeat and a pleasure to be in her company.

- Sarah C.

Mercedes G.

5.0

Mercedes is kind, knowledgeable, and connects with her clients on a personal level. You can not go wrong interviewing her to see if she is the right fit for your needs.

- Cathy O.

Abbie H.

5.0

Abbie has worked with our family for four years while she's been in college. We have two kids, now 11 and 8. She picked them up from school, would help them with homework, take them to activities, and keep them busy for a few hours after school. She would also work weekends, both during the day and...

- Amy S.

Clarissa S.

5.0

Clarissa is kind, caring, and extremely reliable. Clarissa has allowed for our family to have additional freedom, as we know and trust that she provides exceptional care for my mother, who is in her final stages of dementia. Prior to my mother's decline, Clarissa also offered companion care in which...

- Alyssa R.

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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.