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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ballston Lake, NY

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Ballston Lake, NY

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Stacie E.


Ballston Lake, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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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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Quinn W.


Ballston Lake, NY

$18-30/hr

Special Education Experience

Hello! My name is Quinn. I am going into my sophomore year of College majoring in education and pursuing a minor in special education next semester. I have lots of volunteer experience with kids with Down syndrome, autism, etc. I also volunteered at Double H ranch 2 summers to work with children with life threatening diseases. I...
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Kelly C.


Ballston Lake, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Activity Leader

I have worked as a CNA and Activity Leader at a nursing home for 30 years. I love my job both as a caregiver and Activity Leader as activities are so important. I have done home care for the last year and absolutely love it! I have worked with the elderly and some younger age groups. Im available in the evenings, nights and most...
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Joshua R.


Ballston Lake, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking For Some Extra Work!

Hello, everyone! My name is Joshua R, and I am a caring/compassionate LPN looking for a part-time gig! I have tons of experience in healthcare and currently work full time as an LPN in a long-term care! I have 15+yrs of experience and have an exceptional beside manor, engrained in me from early on. I have many years of...
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Lauren M.


Schenectady, NY

$16-20/hr • 5 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:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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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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: Companionship, errands, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation & 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.

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Kelsey L.


Ballston Spa, NY

$16-25/hr • 4 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
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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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"It has been such a relief to have found Ellie as a nanny for our 2-month old son. We are new to the area and were not able to find referrals through friends or family, so were happy to have interviewed and hired Ellie. From the start, Ellie has been very...

Tina A.

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Jenna B.


Ballston Spa, NY

$16/hr • 5 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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Caitlyn E.


Clifton Park, NY

$20-23/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter Caitlyn!

Hi there! My name is Caitlyn, and I've been a tutor/babysitter for special needs/medically fragile children for five years now!
Caitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Melissa H.


Clifton Park, NY

$16-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked with developmental disabled patients for several years. I worked for WWARC for around 10 years.
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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: Dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, respite care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Kattia V.


Waterford, NY

$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Child Carr

I have worked in Child care for Autistic children past 3 years. Working with ABA therapy lately (special needs, autism spectrum), Helping them to develop speech, and motor skills. 2 Words that describe best: Intelligent and fun, always positive, value honesty and commitment. Everyone deserves to be treated respectfully and...
Kattia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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Taylor W.


Ballston Spa, NY

$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

I have many years of childcare, senior, special needs and children's mental health care experience. I love working with kids and babies. i'm very crafty and fun, I enjoy finding activities and laughs to have with my clients in the day.
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Melissa L.


Ballston Spa, NY

$16-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

I have experience not only baby sitting neighborhood kids when I was a teenager, but I'm also a mom myself now. I have a 17yr old son, and a 13yr old son. My 13yr old has special needs, he is virally impaired and on the autism spectrum. I also work at an elementary school as a special education aide and I absolutely love it. I...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Tammy R.


Schenectady, NY

$25-50/hr • 10 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:

Early Education

First Aid

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Tiesha C.


Schenectady, NY

$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have family that has alot of different special needs like seizures autism adhd so I have alot experience plus I work in Healthcare I'm a PCA. I've been in healthcare for over 3yrs
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Madelyn S.


Clifton Park, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! I am looking for a job that is a day-time summer position primarily the months of July and August, as well as nights throughout the year. My experience includes over 10 years of full time nannying and babysitting from ages of four months to 12 years old. I am currently a school social worker for elementary schools and...
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Nicole H.


Schenectady, NY

$30/hr • 14 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently 27, have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I began nannying and providing respite care for special needs children and teens in college. I have always been naturally good with children and have a warm, young spirit that babies and kids warm up to easily. I love taking children under my care to group...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ballston Lake, NY

Stacie E.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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