Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Latham, NY

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Patience, Compassion, And Kindness Are My Strongest Skills.

I have been working with children for 35 years either in hospital settings, daycare, schools, or their homes. I have worked in self-contained classrooms as a TA (laid off due to CoVid). I then worked as an Registered Behavior Technician with autistic children and loved that job. My degree is in Psychology with child behavior as...

Alexandra R.

$16-20/hr

I've been a BT (behavioral technician) for about 3 years now working with autistic children in their home to help with a wide range of skills 1:1. I've been a PreK teacher for 8 years now with a year of experience with infants. Believe me I've seen it all so nothing surprises me. I'm the type of teacher/caregiver that is more on...

Shareeba R.

$22-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

I've worked with several individuals with autism and disabilities for 7+ I enjoy working with people to put a smile on there face!

Shareeba R.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Love Helping People

I love helping people and seeing a smile on there face. I have experience taking care of special needs, home care and house cleaning.

Shareeba can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep

Skills:

CNA

Yvonne A.

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

I Have Been Babysitting For Many Years

I've babysat for various age groups since the age of 12, ive also watched kids overnight. I've worked in the hospital as patient care tech and as a phlebotomy tech. I've worked with kids and adults with special needs for about 5 yrs now and im currently working at living resources with people with disabilities and I love my job...

Yvonne can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Stephanie W.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver

I am a single mother with a 17-year-old son. I began babysitting as a teenager in 1992 to several cousins and continue to do so through the years. I received my associates degree in Early Education in 2009. I graduated with honors. I worked as a lead infant teacher for a few years but could not live on the low wages. Other...

Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Nicole F.

$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Available.

Hi my name is Nicole!! I have cared for and supervised many children over the course of 5 years. Besides babysitting I have worked at a school supervising the children in the after school program. In addition, I have worked at internships working with children with special needs. I have cared for children between the ages of 2...

Nicole can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more

Skills:

First Aid

Mercedes G.

Schenectady, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(1)

My name is Mercedes, I'm a Venezuelan medical doctor with specialty en Toxicology and Occupational health working in the US as caregiver for elders, infants and special needs since 2009. At work my priority is safety, happiness and general well being of the caretaker on my care. Please call me Mercedes

5.0

"Mercedes is kind, knowledgeable, and connects with her clients on a personal level. You can not go wrong interviewing her to see if she is the right fit for your needs."

Cathy O.

Mary L.

Rensselaer, NY

$16/hr • 10 yrs exp

.

5.0

(4)

Hello my name is Mary. I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old off and on. I'm certified in CNA, HHA, and I'm a teacher's assistant for special needs. I have 8 years experience in dementia and 10 in special needs.

Mary can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Mary has done wonderful with our girls, they really listen to her well. My older 2 love having her daughters here to play as well."

Jaclyne M.

Marisa W.

$16-19/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a special education teacher for 3 years in a school setting. I have a dual degree from The College of Saint Rose in Childhood and Special Education, a Masters Degree in Literacy from SUNY Albany and I am currently halfway through another Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism from The Sage Colleges. I...

5.0

"My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and such a positive, resourceful person to have in our son's life. Would highly recommend her to anyone!"

Lindsey A.

Sophia G.

Troy, NY

$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Sophia:) I have experience working with children of all ages! I have worked with children through my local after school program and I currently work/support children and adults who have special needs. My mother is a licensed daycare provider of 15+ years so I have lots of experience helping her out with...

Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0

"Jojo loved being able to come and play with Miss S and her family! She can't wait to play again!"

Rachel G.

Ellie L.

Clifton Park, NY

$16-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Also For Children With Special Needs

4.8

(5)

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

As a nanny, I have 11+ years experience in childcare for infants up through adolescence to early teens. In the past, I have performed light duties, ran errands, personal care responsibilities, and was First Aid/CPR certified. I also have experience with special needs children. I enjoy working with infants, toddlers and...

Ellie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0

"Ellie is a joy to work with, responsible and loving. Ellie began watching my two children when my youngest son was less than 3 months old. She took care of both my son and my 2 year old daughter. As a fellow parent, I am sure you know that it can be difficult....

Carrie S.

Cynthia T.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

20+ years being a care giver to my parents, my child with special needs, and patients. I've been parenting for 31 years. I love fur babies/ pets and am open to them being in the home at time of care. I have lots of experience in the medical field. I am very patient, open minded, honest, empathetic and always looking for ways to...

Cynthia can also help with: Personal care, respite care

5.0

"Cynthia was selected after reviewing over 90 resumes. She is a dedicated caregiver and forward thinker. Within a week she has motivated my elderly Mother to want to use a tablet and communicate by Facebook, email... My Mother thinks she is great and enjoys...

Matthew F.

Judith S.

$16/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

5.0

(1)

I am experienced in providing care of children with special needs such as autism, cerebral palsy, and ADHD. I am knowledgeable of the communication, learning, and physical needs of the special needs populations.

Tammy S.

Cohoes, NY

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Mom

4.0

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

With over three decades of childcare experience, I am confident in my ability to provide exceptional care for your children in your home. Since age 16, I have honed my skills through various caregiving roles, including raising my own 26- and 21-year-old twins, who were preemies with special needs. Professionally, I have served...

Tammy can also help with: Light cleaning

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"I have known Tammy for almost 30 years! I have watched her raise her now adult children since birth! She even raised twins. A boy and a girl. She did it with ease. Always patient. Always kind!"

Melissa P.

Roseita S.

Schenectady, NY

$16-21/hr

P C A

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a p c a I have 15years experience I also work with ms , I work with kids adults and elderly I love talking care with people

Alexis B.

Waterford, NY

$16-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently in graduate school studying Communication Sciences and Disorders (Speech Pathology). Previously, I have worked in a preschool setting working in an Autism Spectrum Classroom and 6:1:3 setting. In addition, through my education I have also clinically worked with individuals of all age ranges with a variety of...

Megan N.

Clifton Park, NY

$16-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

3 words I would use to describe myself as a care giver are energetic, kind and patient! I have been babysitting since I was 14 and I have experience being a live in, full-time nanny. I am experienced and comfortable with taking care of children along a wide range of ages which include newborn to 13 years old. Over the last...

Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0

"Megan has been watching our 2 kids ages 6 and 10. She is nice, dependable and our kids enjoy having her watch them. She also helps with homework and bringing them to after school activities. We would highly recommend her. "

David N.

Tanith B.

Cohoes, NY

$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Art Teacher Looking For Summer Break Adventures

5.0

(1)

As a teacher on summer break who's new to the area, I'd like to get to know some new families and spend some time with kids without having to grade their work! I have worked in education for the past decade. I also worked with children with developmental disabilities for over 10 years and still work with some of them as adults...

5.0

"Trustworthy and cleans up! She took great care of my infant and toddler and also picked up the house. "

Nikki S.

Judith S.

$16/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Availale

5.0

(5)