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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Highland, NY

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Highland, NY

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Joycelyn N.


Highland, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked primarily with children and teens with mental health disorders. I also have experience babysitting children and teens with Sensory Processing Disorder and Aspergers and have worked with many children on the Autism spectrum. I really love working with kids and it is very rewarding to see what they are able to...
5.0
"Joycelyn is amazing. She is so good with my son! She listens and respects all the needs for my son and she goes above and beyond for our family. She is like a second mother to my son when I am away. I am so glad we found her. She would find different activities for...

Abiola G.

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Sienna T.


Highland, NY

$27/hr6 yrs exp

Bubbly Sitter; Ready For Anything

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sienna but most call me Cece! People would describe me as personable and bubbly. I love to bake cakes, do fun crafts, and go to museums with kiddos! I have 6 years of professional childcare experience. I have worked with many different types of kids including those with special needs. I can help with light...
Sienna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sienna was great with our special needs child. Attentive, patient and caring. "

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My name is Aley I am very outgoing. I love to work with people any age and help and support them with whatever needs they may need. I can assist with driving to and from, make meals and teach along the way!
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Megan G.


Highland, NY

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Megan and I am an early career school psychologist. I have worked in day programs, BOCES programs, as well as 12:1+1 through co-taught classes in public schools. I used to do direct support work with students with autism before beginning my full time work at a school district. I have also nannied children for 3...
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Tracy N.


Highland, NY

$21/hr1 yrs exp

2.0

(1)

Hi! I have taken care of a 5-year-old, non-verbal, young boy who has Autism. I offer positive reinforcement with potty training, verbalizing wants/needs, I do bath time, dinner, and pick-up from school. I never had cared of someone of special needs before, which made the experience so much more special and unique to me. I am...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Joycelyn, I have a lot of experience working with children in different contexts including children with special needs. This includes working with children with ASD and/ or mental health concerns. I started babysitting when I was 12 and continued through college. I have a Bachelor's degree in sociology with a minor in...
Joycelyn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Whitneyfer A.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$28-44/hr8 yrs exp

Creative Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always been around children from working at daycare's and after school centers. The children were from the ages of 1-16. Many years of experience! I'm very artistic and creative. Experienced with children with special needs.
Whitneyfer can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Whitneyfer is absolutely amazing! I was so lucky to have ended up having her for our kids. She is sweet, kind, patient, honest and trustworthy. She was amazing with my children. You truly can't ask for more. She was a lifesaver to me!! She is the best, I recommend...

Jessica Z.

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Christine S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience working in an elementary school as a pre-k aide, and have worked in private childcare for the past 2. Additionally I have raised 3 children of my own (one with special needs). I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Christine was absolutely wonderful with our three year old! She brought books to read and crafts to do, and took the most loving care of our child. Our often shy child took to Christine immediately, thrived in her attention and now asks regularly when Christine can...

Nirupama R.

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Glenn S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Autistic Support Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 24 years of experience , working with individuals with autism and emotional disabilities. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support and Assistive Technology/AAC. I also have 8 years experience as a private caregiver of adults aged 30-80 . I am skilled in creating daily scheduling for SDS individuals. I...
5.0
"We hired Glenn for our 23 year old son. He has provided daily support for him. This included transporting him to his scheduled activities and also being a companion for him. Glenn is very trust-worthy, consistent, hardworking, kind, and dedicated. He is also a...

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Julia W.


New Paltz, NY

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Easy-going And Patient Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a 27-year-old early childhood education major. I've been working with children since I was 14, including babysitting, assistant directing children's theater productions, working with children with special needs, and teaching preschool in a federal building, which involves a high-security clearance. Most recently, I've...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Julia is by far the best child caretaker that we have ever had (or honestly could ever hope to have). She is creative, positive, and so loving to our children. We wish we could keep her forever!"

Cait And Manny V.

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Megan D.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

CNA Certified

I have been in this field for 15 years. I am a CNA. I work with the elderly, mentally ill adults/ children, and children with disabilities. I can provide excellent references. What I love most about working in this field is being able to be a part of working with someone to reach the persons full potential. I am patient, soft...
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Chauvelle L.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$23/hr4 yrs exp

Attentive And Compassionate

I have been in Healthcare for 9 years in which I have worked with every demographic. Newborn to end-of-life care. In the early part of my career, I was a personal care aide, during this time I cared for persons with disabilities and special needs. Currently, I work in the Emergency room so I still encounter patients with special...
Chauvelle can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Brooke F.


New Paltz, NY

$16-20/hr1 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hello, my name is Brooke. I am 19 years old and a junior at SUNY New Paltz. I am studying Early Childhood Education. I have had experience working in camps, babysitting, special needs experience, caregiving experience. I am eager to help!
Brooke can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
I have been doing my job for over 5 years now and I'm in love I love helping people I'm very social outgoing and on the love I love what I do and hopefully you pick me yo care for you !!
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Alyssa R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Educational Assistant

I work at a day program and boarding private school for individuals with autism spectrum disorder aged 8-28. I am an education assistant and a 1:1 aide. I assist my student (if residential) with ADLs, assist during meals, support and work directly with the teacher and student through the entire school day in completing work,...
As a seasoned childcare provider with a decade of experience, my passion for nurturing young minds and supporting families is what drives me. My journey in caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my innate ability to connect with children and make a meaningful impact on their lives. I am known for...
Pamela can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have worked with children and adults that have disabilities for over 18 years. It has become my passion. I feel you have to have an extreme amount of patience and a special kind of heart to work with someone who fully depends on you for assistance with completing daily tasks. I always go above and beyond to make sure the...
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Tasha C.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

DSP/ CAREGIVER

My name is Tasha. I am currently working in a Center For Autism I also work I also work with dementia patient for years I love taking care of others and I do it to the best of my abilities.
Hi! I'm a communication disorders student at SUNY New Paltz. For the last three years I've worked as a DSP- a one-on-one caregiver for people with special needs. Now that I'm in school, I'm looking for part-time babysitting gigs. I love playing games outside, exploring public libraries and museums, and learning new things. I'm...
Madeline can also help with: Carpooling
Hello! My name is Cassidy, and I have 7 plus years of experience working with children. I am a very energetic, fun, loving, nurturing, patient, and understanding person/babysitter. I am also willing to do whatever you ask me to do! Children make ME happy, and I accept all! I do have experience with children who have special...
Cassidy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Highland, NY

Joycelyn N.

5.0

Joycelyn is amazing. She is so good with my son! She listens and respects all the needs for my son and she goes above and beyond for our family. She is like a second mother to my son when I am away. I am so glad we found her. She would find different activities for my son like going to the library...

- Abiola G.

Sienna T.

5.0

Sienna was a wonderful babysitter for our 2 year old daughter. We were in town for a wedding, and our daughter quickly warmed up to her. Sienna helped with dinner and our toddler's bedtime routine. Very grateful for the help - thanks for everything Sienna!

- Amy R.

Whitneyfer A.

5.0

Whitneyfer did so well with my 2 year old. Reliable with transportation to take my daughter to the park and activities. Very artistic, lots of art projects with my little one. Truly amazing!

- Katherine F.

Christine S.

5.0

Christine was absolutely wonderful with our three year old! She brought books to read and crafts to do, and took the most loving care of our child. Our often shy child took to Christine immediately, thrived in her attention and now asks regularly when Christine can come back :-) If we ever need...

- Nirupama R.

Glenn S.

5.0

We hired Glenn for our 23 year old son. He has provided daily support for him. This included transporting him to his scheduled activities and also being a companion for him. Glenn is very trust-worthy, consistent, hardworking, kind, and dedicated. He is also a wonderful communicator so from day 1,...

- Care member

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