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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Buskirk, NY

The average posted rate is $27/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Buskirk, NY

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Caitlyn E.


Clifton Park, NY

$20-23/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter Caitlyn!

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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: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kelly C.


Ballston Lake, NY

$20-25/hr10 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...
I have experience working with adults and some older teenagers with disabilities. I worked for Living Resources Art Program and absolutely loved connecting with the individuals and students during my time there. If you are looking for an art teacher for your loved one, or just someone to spend to with them I am available.
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Chelsea M.


Stillwater, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

I have been in the healthcare field since 2009. I have experience with all age groups and abilities. I've experienced with toddlers up until senior citizen, ranging from ADHD and autism to diabetic care and epilepsy. I am a medical assistant with the degree and also an EMT. Everything from home healthcare to emergency care to...
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Riley H.


Cohoes, NY

$16-50/hr6 yrs exp

I have 6 years of experience. I can help with school and Cooking/Meals. I am a college student majoring in Special Education and minoring in Spanish! I love working with little kids and would also love to work with children with special needs!
Riley can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Shelby B.


Clifton Park, NY

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing/Fun-Loving Nanny

Hi there! I am Shelby and I am a Special Education Teacher and I have a BS in Psychology. I have 10+ years of experience working with children. Many of the children I have worked with are special needs. I have experience working with kiddos who are non-vocal, experience learning and development delays, and have behavioral needs....
Shelby can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I love spending time with kids and I always make sure they have a great time with me as well! I've been coaching gymnastics for eight years now so I have plenty of experience with kids of all ages. I've been the summer camp director at a gymnastics facility since 2019, the team director since 2020, and am currently the gym's...
Abbey can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ellen M.


Troy, NY

$22/hr5 yrs exp

I have worked for 3 years as a CNA working with children who are special needs and prior to that I have about 2 years of experience taking care of the elderly.
Ellen can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Carol S.


Troy, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am the Mother of two wonderful grown daughters. I have worked with several families over the years as a Caregiver and have worked with families of special needs children. I have experience working in a special needs preschool environment and early intervention as an assistant. I enjoy reading with children and can provide...
Carol can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi! I'm Lianne and I've worked in the childcare field for 15 years, and am currently a teacher for children with special needs. I look forward to hearing from you and answering any questions you may have. I have plenty of references upon request. :)
Lianne can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Patricia H.


Troy, NY

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

I have worked with TBI patients and children with several handicaps. I feel I would be a good fit as a I am willing to learn new things each day.
Hello my name is Meg! I currently have a full time job working with people who have intellectual/developmental disabilities. I truly love and care for these humans. They are just like Anyone else. If an when your child/teen/young adult/adult is in my hands I will take very good care of them! Please don't hesitate to reach out to...
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Ashley R.


Bennington, VT

$10-15/hr

Experienced Special Needs Babysitter

Hello! My name is Ashley and I've worked with children in the field for 5 years! Through the years I have volunteered at a Special Olympics for young children, and interned at a school for children with physical and intellectual disabilities! In the past five years, I have worked with children with a range of disabilities;...
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Gecaunna E.


Troy, NY

$24-30/hr3 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience with a private nanny agency and also have experience with special needs care. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Arts Crafts, outdoor/indoor activities, school work etc. I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts and Associates in Science degree. Currently, I'm pursuing my masters online.
Gecaunna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi! My name is Ella, I am 18 years old and attend Siena college for nursing. I work at a hospital as a patient care tech- kind of like a CNA and am set to get my RN in two years. I feel competent in my medical knowledge and experience of working in a nursing home since I was 15 to care for people, especially seniors, with most...
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Mugisa A.


East Arlington, VT

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

CNA

I shall be so grateful if I am contacted for more information about my self I love working and I am a person who can work from any area. and helps with special needs.
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Jeline R.


Saratoga Springs, NY

$19-50/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Adventurous, Safe

Hello :) My name is Jeline (jay-leen)! I am a college student currently in pursuit of becoming an RN. I've worked as a childcare supervisor at the YMCA for a year. Later, went on to working with the elderly as a caregiver. All of my positions being said, I have a baby (more like little man) brother who is special needs. He's...
Jeline can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Annonda W.


Troy, NY

$16-39/hr7 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

I started with developmental disabilities about 8 years ago. I worked with people from ranges of ages and worked with many physical and mental disabilities over the years.
Hi! I have been in this field for many years and I love supporting others. I am energetic and playful looking for way to keep things positive for those around me. I enjoy playing outside when I can and learning to games to play with your loved ones. Which allows the individual to feel heard and seen. With all my skills, I am...

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