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115 special needs caregivers are listed in Buffalo, NY

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Buffalo, NY

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Kim E.


Buffalo, NY

$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

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My name is Kim and I am looking for a compassionate care job! I have 32 years experience working in a school for special needs children and adults. I also spent 5 years working as a CNA for elderly adults. I am reliable, kind, and compassionate.
Kim can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia
Skills:

CNA

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Lainie J.


Buffalo, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver,nurse & Other Duties

Lpn with dementia & special needs experience in home care as well as facility settings. Honest, reliable & trustworthy. Non-smoker with transportation, comfortable with Pets.
Lainie can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

Licensed Nurse

I have special needs children & also a medically frail child. I have experience with medication management, at home dialysis care, feeding through g/j tubes as well as general hygiene for those with medical needs and home upkeep.
Colleen can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
I've worked at a residential facility for kids with special needs for two years. Some of these kids are low functioning and need support with all daily tasks. I have plenty of patience and care to help anyone in need!
Kendalle can also help with: Respite care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation

Paris C.


Buffalo, NY

$16-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Care-Giver And Immediate Hire

5.0

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Children I feel are very special, and should always be given attention, love, discipline and direction but most importantly structure. Children during critical stages need to be given language and educated in a way that will help them become confident, social and most importantly: Happy. I enjoy the happiness and the smile when...
5.0
"I worked as Paris's supervisor here at the University at Buffalo for a little over 4 years and he is a fine young man. There was never a job given to him that he could not handle, questioning anything he did not understand. He worked as our front desk person and...

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Hannah S.


Buffalo, NY

$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Hannah. I am from Buffalo and currently in my second year pursing a masters degree in Speech Language Pathology at UB. I have plenty of childcare experience and feel more than confident in my abilities as a caregiver. I started Care. com my sophomore year of college and have worked for 10+ families! Whether I...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Hannah babysits our (now) 11-month-old whenever we need extra help. Even though my son is a baby, I think he remembers her now, because he gets happy when she comes in and at the end of the day he is always in a great mood. Hannah is always on time, she is...

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Earlene O.


Buffalo, NY

$16-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have a son who is now 21 years old attending aspire day hab my son has cerebral palsy. he was a premie brought home with a heart monitor and respirator machine for two month when he was a baby and used a special baby bottle when he was a baby. I have 21 years of experience with special need and would love to take care of your...

Amanda R.


Buffalo, NY

$16-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Direct Support

I've been work with disabled adults kids and the elderly for 30 year I love what I do to make a difference in ur family life I love to learn new things everyday and I know this is my passion and love my job

Syeda G.


Buffalo, NY

$25/hr • 2 yrs exp

I am currently a Nursing Student. I work as a Personal Care Aide helping patients with disabilities (administration of medicine, mobility support, Hygiene etc)

Mary B.


Buffalo, NY

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nurse/ Care Giver

I am a fully vaccinated experienced and energetic LPN with training in child development and interactive activities that encourage brain plasticity and enhance motor skills and social interaction. Whether a child is on the autism spectrum, is developmentally delayed or requires medical interventions e. g. feeding tube,...
Caregiving responsibilities Providing companionship and emotional support Helping with household tasks Handling bills and/or insurance claims Assisting with personal care (dressing, toileting, hygiene, eating, walking, transferring) Performing nursing procedures at home Administering multiple medications Identifying and...

Lindsey F.


Buffalo, NY

$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Lindsey. I am a registered nurse (for 6years) and mother of 2! I don't have much experience directly with DS but there is a special place in my heart since my son is autistic. I have experience with G tubes and medication administration. I would love to chat more!
I am currently in school to become a speech language pathologist. My mother is also an SLP and I have gone to work with her since I was little. I am some experience with children with special needs and am looking to gain even more experience.

Nicki C.


Buffalo, NY

$16-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hi! I recently graduated with my Master's degree in School Psychology from Alfred University. I am completing an internship with Warwick Valley School District this coming school year. I have experience in working with children and adolescents who have special needs. I am specifically trained in helping children and adolescents...

Mary B.


Buffalo, NY

$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a fully vaccinated,, experienced LPN who has have provided warm and compassionate care in special needs, home care and respite care. Pre-Covid I enjoyed working school as a school bus nurse for special needs children. My first priority is the children in my care- their safety, nutrition, educational, social and emotional...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Buffalo, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews of the 115 listed special needs caregivers.