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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Kingston, NY
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Kingston, NY
Michaela H.
Port Ewen, NY
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have always had a love for teaching and caring for others. I have helped my grandmother with my uncle with special needs for as long as I can remember. I have worked for the past 3 years and have loved every minute of it. I have been able to help and watch people grow into even more incredible people than they were before I...
A strong commitment to being present and providing quality care. Empathy, patience, kindness and respect. Encourage & guide children on outdoor activities such as Nature walks & exploratory interactive games. Provide guidance & teachings w/Indoor art activities.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have run my own retreat center for years in up state NY
I have been a personal assistant for many years
Both in Austin and NY over the years
I can help with a number of house managing or Personal assistant tasks
I also worked in Hospice care for about 10 years
Allison Y.
Ulster Park, NY
$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am very kind, laid back, responsible, and calm in all situations. I care about every patient or family, special needs, I work with and am flexible with my schedule. I do 24 hour emergency calls for anything you may need. When I work for you I treat your family like my family. Thank you so much! I really hope you'll consider me...
I'm a mother and educator with a background in dance and literacy. Im passionate about caring for children of all ages. I have worked in private schools as well as with special needs students and have a philosophy of whole child care. I'm happy to assist with virtual learning, or to simply allow your child to play and relax in a...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
(2)
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & 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.
5.0
(7)
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cece took care of our 1.5 year old son for a week while our au pair was away. We didn't have time to meet before she watched him so we went in not knowing how the week would go. Well, he absolutely loved spending the days with her. By day three he was standing by...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have two children ages 18 and 17
many nieces and nephews and little cousins that I have cared for in the past.
I am 43 years old- I have lived in Poughkeepsie all my life.
I have stayed at home with my children and have helped family and friends with their precious little ones. I have cleaned houses and I am a local family...
Jessie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jessie is wonderful with my two year old daughter. My daughter loves the time they spend together every other week. Jessie brings energy, ideas for play and a gently educational approach. She is kind, funny and warm. From the beginning of her coming to us (six...
Caitlin M.
5.0
(17)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kayla. I'm 25 years old. I've been nannying professionally since I was 17. I've nannied in both NY & Florida. I am CPR certified. I also have experience with special needs children. I have experience will all ages of children, including infants as young as 4 weeks old. I currently nanny full time for a family in...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kayla was fantastic! She babysat for our five month old son when we were visiting the area for the weekend. She was an, arrived early, and was extremely professional. She is clearly very experienced with babies and followed our son’s evening and bedtime routine...
Care member
5.0
(3)
A compassionate, experienced mother, caregiver & community volunteer, I can assist with childcare, light housework/laundry, and meal prep. I can also assist with transportation/carpools and errands.
I left my job as a department director to be a stay-at-home mom; I ran a daycare from my home for four years, teaching,...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Michelle joined on as care for my parents in late 2021, I found her on Care.com she was finishing care for a family and looking for another family to take on. She was mostly hired to help with my father but quickly we learned my mother wasn't well either. She...
Corinne C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey, my name is Amber! I am 27 and have a daughter who will be two in June. I work for Anderson Center for Autism and have been in the human services field for about seven years. I was drug tested and had a background check prior to my hire at Anderson and am going to update my care profile with that information shortly. I am...
5.0
(3)
Hi my name is Cindy I have one son 23.
I worked as a Montessori teacher for many years and had my own little private school/daycare for 8years. I've also cared the elderly for the past 8 years.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A compassionate and experienced caregiver and community volunteer, I can assist you, a family member or friend with in-home care & companionship, light housework, bathing, med sorts, and meal prep. I can also help with transportation/errands, maintaining appointment calendars (PT/OT, Hospice), hiring & managing additional staff...
Michelle can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Our family had the great good fortune of having Michelle care for our mom for the last year of her life. Michelle was exceptionally knowledgeable about all aspects of caring for a senior. She was well versed in how to operate equipment such as oxygen,...
Care member
5.0
(13)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I worked with children for many years. I've cared for the elderly before teaching and also worked with children of special needs. I came back to where I love being and that is with the elder.
I've been caring for the elderly for over 28years. I've worked in nursing homes and privately in many homes. I'm experienced with...
Cindy can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job seriously and genuinely cares about her clients and their families. She is skilled, attentive and willing to follow through with...
Carolyn G.
5.0
(1)
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.
Ryan H.
Pleasant Valley, NY
$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Care Professional & Special Needs Educator
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an energetic and compassionate professional with 11 years of both behavioral and ABA experience working with a wide range of developmental disabilities in various public and private care settings. 7 of those years I spent working at Anderson Center for Autism assisting individuals with Autism, ED, BD, Downs, and several...
5.0
"If you have a child with autism, Ryan is your person! He has been life-changing in helping my child with severe ASD navigate and thrive in his community. My child is extremely high-energy and active and Ryan has handled him with ease. Ryan is very active himself...
Kyra S.
5.0
(1)
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...
Care member
Briana B.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
With 10 years of experiencing in working with children, and focus on working with special needs children. I bring a lot of experience with working with infants-pre teens.
Briana can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families!
My name is Megan and I am a 23-year-old graduate student studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling at SUNY New Paltz. I have 10+ years of experience with children as young as 3 months old. I also have experience with children who have special needs. I am extremely kind and patient and have always had a love for...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kingston, NY
Julia W.
5.0
Julia has been a wonderful caretaker for our daughter from the ages of 3-9 months. The only reason we had to stop using her was relocating for a job. Our daughter loves Julia and we're very sad to no longer be working with her. She was very communicative and despite a long commute, was very punctual...
- Claire K.
Sienna T.
5.0
Cece took care of our 1.5 year old son for a week while our au pair was away. We didn't have time to meet before she watched him so we went in not knowing how the week would go. Well, he absolutely loved spending the days with her. By day three he was standing by the door crying when she left! Cece...
- Care member
Jessie B.
5.0
Jessie is wonderful with my two year old daughter. My daughter loves the time they spend together every other week. Jessie brings energy, ideas for play and a gently educational approach. She is kind, funny and warm. From the beginning of her coming to us (six months ago) I have trusted her care...
- Caitlin M.
Kayla F.
5.0
Kayla was fantastic! She babysat for our five month old son when we were visiting the area for the weekend. She was an, arrived early, and was extremely professional. She is clearly very experienced with babies and followed our son’s evening and bedtime routine exactly! She provided us with timely...
- Care member
Michelle T.
5.0
Michelle is a hard worker and is willing to go the extra mile. My husband needs assistance with feeding, dressing, transferring, etc…all of which she handles with ease.
- Care member
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Ratings for Kingston, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Kingston, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.