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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Chester, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Chester, NY

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Debbie B.


Newburgh, NY

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Teacher Assistant

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as upbeat, optimistic, energetic I like working with kids because every kid deserves quality care. The care a child receives will allow them succeed in their adult life. I'm looking for a job that is flexible in terms of schedule. I started working with kids when I started working with the board...
5.0
"Debbie is motivated ..she’s dedicated very respectful..is not afraid of hard work"

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Lauren M.


Montrose, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Special Needs Caretaker With A Bachelors In Behavioral Science

Hello, I am an energetic, outgoing, friendly, and compassionate person who enjoys working with toddlers, children, teens, and young adults. I have worked as an in-home respite worker for individuals with Autism and other special needs. I have multiple years of experience working as a special education teacher assistant and...
5.0
"Lauren is a compassionate, gentle, and nurturing caretaker. Few people can rival her big heart and understanding for people of all abilities. Lauren works hard to know the intricacies of the individuals she works with, and will make an excellent addition to any...

Christina D.

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Roxanna L.


Lake Peekskill, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Bilingual And Reliable College Student

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Roxanna but I like to be called Rosie. I'm Dominican, so I'm fluent in Spanish, and willing to tutor in that area as well. I own a car, and have a clean license. Also first aid training and CPR certified in all ages. I've been constantly helping friends and family take care of their little ones ever since I...
Roxanna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Very friendly and hard working! My kids loved her and so did I. She is very responsive and just overall a great nanny."

Sabrina W.

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Cassie W.


Middletown, NY

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I believe a babysitter plays a important role in a child's life. Therefore, I treat all children the way I would if they were my own. I have experience working with multiple children at once as well as special needs. I currently work at a daycare mainly with infants and toddlers. While babysitting I am focused on the child and I...
Cassie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Cassie is caring. She's wonderful with kids. Trustworthy, reliable."

Tai V.

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Nancy A.


Mahwah, NJ

$48/hr7 yrs exp

College Student

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I hope I can be the perfect fit for your family. I am a charismatic, organized, caring and attentive caregiver. I am CPR certified. Over the years, as a babysitter, nursing assistant, and nursing student, I've had so much experience with children (including those with behavioral and special needs). I've helped and...
Nancy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Nancy is great and very responsible. She got along great with the kids. We highly recommend her!"

Laura F.

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Christella S.


Port Jervis, NY

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I've been working with the special needs and elderly population for over 20 years. Working with these populations are challenging at times, however, I do get a sense of personal satisfaction at the end of the day, knowing that I had a positive impact on someone else's life.
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Erika H.


New Windsor, NY

$18-35/hr10 yrs exp

PCA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Erika , I have experience for 10 years working with elderly population , alhzeimer brain injury diabetes , down sindrome .
5.0
"Erika helps us on a weekly basis with making baby food and general help/ housekeeping around the house. She’s a big help and pleasant to work with. I definitely recommend! "

Care member

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Stacy D.


Newburgh, NY

$20-29/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a child care provider for over 20 years. I am married live in the town of Newburgh and have 3 adult children. I have had many children in my home while raising my own, in the past few years I have had the pleasure to be involved families in their home. My past 2 jobs have been temporary and the previous job was for 3...
Stacy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Stacy has been our nanny for over a year. For my wife and I it is and was about "fit" and how she became apart of our everyday life. She really did an awesome job seeing how we parent our two kids. We have a 3 year old active, vibrant son and a 1.5 year old girl....

Melissa R.

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Nichole A.


West Milford, NJ

$20-22/hr8 yrs exp

Elderly Companion

I am ready to care for your loved one. I have 8 years and have nearly a year of experience with special needs adults. I have great references. I can run errands, shopping, light housekeeping, cook, help bathe and dress, Help in the bathroom. Great company for your loved one. Good with pets. Willing to travel. Rate negotiable but...
Nichole can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship
My name is Savannah. I have worked at a day care for 4 years and I am currently working with the ages, four months to 5 years old. I currently have a 10-month-old baby boy. I am in college to become a teacher and I have many certifications, including CPR. I have worked with elderly and special needs and am very proficient in...
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

CNA

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Mariah G.


Peekskill, NY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Mariah And I Currently Taking Online Classes To Become A LPN. I Been Working As A Nanny For 6 Years. I Have Experience Working With Children/Adults With Special Needs. I Am Also Certified As A Nursing Assistant For The Past 8 Years. I Am CPR/FirstAID Certified. If You Think This Could Be A Good Fit Message Me...
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

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Jadae B.


Middletown, NY

$16-30/hr1 yrs exp

Nurturer!

I am a full-time student and a full-time worker, but I have experience being a Direct Support Professional, helping people of different ages with special needs. I gained this experience through ADAPT of the Hudson, and also through personal family experience. I would love to help you out!
Jadae can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nichole A.


West Milford, NJ

$25-26/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I have 1+ years of experience with adults and 1 teenager with special needs. I am also a mother. Very caring individual. References available upon request.
Nichole can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Carlos M.


Newburgh, NY

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

A caregiver who excels in providing the utmost quality care to various individuals. Extensive experience in management/supervision, first-aid, people with special needs, customer service, and food preparation. A 7th - 12th grade Spanish Teacher in the Wallkill School District.
Carlos can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, mobility assistance, companionship
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello parents my name is Jayden I've been working with kids since u was 16 and I'm now 20. I was previously working as a daycare assistant now I work as a teachers aide with special needs toddlers. I'm CPR certified and have my license/car . My rates start at 17 an hour , depends on how many kids and what your requesting .
Jayden can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Aimee O.


Montrose, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Educated and experienced adult Caregiver available for a Part Time Childcare/Nanny Position. I earned college level degrees in Early Childhood Education and Interpersonal/Intercultural Communication and later returned to college as an adult and earned a degree in Communication Disorders/Speech Language Pathology. I have several...
Aimee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lucero M.


Newburgh, NY

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

My experience as a babysitter and housekeeper started when I was 6 years old. My mom was a full time baby sitter of multiple kids and I was always helping her. She was also a housekeeper. She would take me with her and assign me tasks. As I grew up, she continued to take me and to teach me. When I was in High School, one of my...
Lucero can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
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Rocio B.


New Windsor, NY

$18-30/hr3 yrs exp

BA In Social Work

Hello my name is Rocio. I graduated from Kean university in 2010 with a degree in Social work. After my graduation I started working in Adult daycare centers and the experience was really rewarding. After that, I worked with different ages in daycares and special schools and as a side job I was babysitting. I'm currently working...
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Tiffaney G.


Middletown, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Trade Of All Trades!

I'm a certified nursing assistant. I have over 10yrs experience in home care caring for the elderly and special needs adults and children. I also have experience with house keeping. I'm able to run errands, meal prep, etc.
Tiffaney can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Alexandra M.


Vernon, NJ

$35-38/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

I am a experience with kids for 10 years at the same place not with special needs but I can learn but I am looking for full time

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chester, NY

Debbie B.

5.0

Debbie is motivated ..she’s dedicated very respectful..is not afraid of hard work

- Care member

Lauren M.

5.0

Lauren is a compassionate, gentle, and nurturing caretaker. Few people can rival her big heart and understanding for people of all abilities. Lauren works hard to know the intricacies of the individuals she works with, and will make an excellent addition to any family.

- Christina D.

Roxanna L.

5.0

Very friendly and hard working! My kids loved her and so did I. She is very responsive and just overall a great nanny.

- Sabrina W.

Cassie W.

5.0

Hired Cassie for a last minute trip where care was needed for our 11 month old including her bedtime routine. Cassie did wonderfully and gained our trust. Beautiful care, daughter slept the whole night :) Would definitely rehire!

- Natalie N.

Nancy A.

5.0

Nancy is great and very responsible. She got along great with the kids. We highly recommend her!

- Laura F.

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