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

24 special needs caregivers are listed in Elmira, NY

The average rate is $15/hr as of July 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Elmira, NY

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Makenzie K.


Elmira, NY

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

I am currently a special education teacher who has a passion for advocating for those with disabilities. I am pursuing a master's degree in inclusive education and one day hope to transition into working at a fully inclusive university. I am a highly caring and passionate individual, who wants to be a light for others. I look...
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Emma M.


Elmira, NY

$17-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! I have been babysitting since 2020. I have babysat kids ranging from age 4-12. I also have experience with special needs children. I am graduating high school in June 2024, so all summer I will be available! I love being creative, playing, and having fun with the children I watch. I am very responsible, time-oriented, and...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lexie A.


Elmira, NY

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! I am a patient, energetic and kind person. I have worked at my mother's state regulated daycare center for 7+ years. I currently work full time with special needs students. I have worked with special needs for about 5 years. I am in college part time for education studies.
Lexie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Kimberly C.


Elmira, NY

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Dependable Live-Out Nanny Available For Summer, Potential For Long-term

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! To introduce myself, I am a mature woman with four adult daughters of my own, who also has decades of experience with both neuro-typical and special needs children, of all ages. Have a newborn or young toddler? Being naturally calm, patient, and soft-spoken I am known for my ability to soothe, nurture, and even get...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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"Kimberly is the most flexible, easy going individual that I could have found for child care. We have agreed on a schedule that is somewhat flexible but she notifies me even if the "non concrete" arrival time will not be met. She is very friendly and treats my kids...

Karen M.

Kimberly C.


Elmira, NY

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced, Dependable Nanny Available For Summer, Potential For Long-term

Hello! I have decades of experience with neurodivergent/special needs children and adults, including prior employment as a Direct Care 1:1 Mentor through Advocates, Incorporated Willing to explicitly follow individual care plans, provide personal care/bathing/dressing, laundry, light food prep/meal serving, medication passing...

Cathleen D.


Elmira, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I have a bachelor's degree in Special Education, and a Master's Degree with a specialization in autism. I have taught and cared for autistic children and teens in a variety of settings.

Cassandra S.


Elmira, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Private Home Care/Children And Adults

I have 20+ years of experience with home health care for people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Children, elderly, special needs, are my specialties. I will transport to appointments, run errands, shop, light housekeeping and provide top-notch companionship for your loved one. I have references and am fully insured. My...
Cassandra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Rhonda S.


Horseheads, NY

$12-20/hr1 yrs exp

Great Personality

I have done private care since I have been 15. I also have been driving for Corning-Painted Post for 4 years. I am also a teachers aide for Corning-Painted Post High School, and work with special needs children during the summer.
Rhonda can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, personal care
Hello! I'm Chelsea and I'm a certified nursing assistant looking to help some in need of care at home. I have siblings whom I've helped raise and care for. I have lots of experience with special needs children. I also had a babysitting job for 2 years when I was a little younger. I am now a mama to a baby boy! I would love to...
Chelsea can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

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Amber P.


Waverly, NY

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

I was a dsp for older and special needs individuals. I can transport, shopping, house keeping, lift etc.. anything needed
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, respite care, meal prep, transportation & more
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Nicole P.


Pine City, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have cared for people of all ages for over 20 years. I started babysitting when I was 12 years old and have recently started caring for the elderly. Taking care of people is my passion. I have worked with people with developmental disabilities for over 20 years. I have 2 nephews who have Type 1 diabetes and I have cared for...
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Katie S.


Corning, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs, And Senior/Companion Care.

I have 10 years experience working with both developmentally disabled adults and the elderly (including folks with dementia.) I am comfortable with meal prepping, assisting with bathing, feeding, house keeping, and toileting. I aim to build solid relationships and become a friend to those I take care of. I look forward to...
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Eileen R.


Corning, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I've transported special needs children to school with med equipment. I've been with the same children for 5 years and love them as my own.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

*No availability at this time. My name is Katlynn. I graduated from Pennsylvania College of Technology with an associates degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked at two different Daycare's as the Pre-K teacher. I have also worked at a preschool as the school-age teacher working with children in 1st-6th grade. My most...
Katlynn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Sara D.


Painted Post, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Personal Care Assistant

Mother of 6 (1 Spec. Needs)-Ages 25-32 Grandma of 6 (2 Step) Ages 1-17, (I *raised 3 Grand-babies 3-5 days Wkly since Birth & During Summer, Vacations & Holidays, Weekends!! I'm able to dispense medications. BOCES LPN Training
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Abbie S.


Newfield, NY

$12-17/hr6 yrs exp

About Me:

Patience. Those who provide home care to others need to be patient. Compassion. When someone has compassion for another they have an understanding of what the person is going through. Attentiveness. Dependability. Trustworthiness.
My name is Katlynn . I have my associates degree in Early Childhood Education. My most recent job was working at the CPPHS in a special needs classroom as a teaching assistant. I love interacting with people and am very easy to get along with. I am able to provide social interaction and senior care such as companionship, helping...
Katlynn can also help with: Dementia, personal care
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Kristen B.


Waverly, NY

$12-17/hr

Additional/Special Needs Mom

I am mother of two teens, one of which has significant developmental delays and epilepsy. I work at the local library and am a substitute monitor in our school district.
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Kristen B.


Waverly, NY

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

Helper For All Ages And Abilities

I am a parent of a teenager with severe developmental delays and have a father with Alzheimer's. While I don't have professional experience, I am very used to helping and taking care of people.
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Danielle B.


Barton, NY

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Great With Children

I'd describe my personality as kind, adventurous, and eager to learn new things. I like working with kids because I'm apart of a big family. I have three younger siblings and several older siblings. I have babysitted my younger siblings, all of which have various special needs, throughout my life. From cooking to helping with...

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