Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in New Paltz, NY

$24-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Easy-going And Patient Babysitter

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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...

Claire K.

Madeline M.

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

My Experience

I've been support staff for people with special needs for the last three years. My experience includes two adults with cerebral palsy and intellectual disabilities and one teenager with Phelan-Mcdermid syndrome. I usually work through DSP companies that are Long Island based, but while I'm upstate in New Paltz for school I'm...

Susan M.

$16/hr • 1 yrs exp

I worked as a counselor at a special needs camp for two summers. I was very passionate about my experience and felt very fulfilled in this line of work. I have also worked as an occupational play therapist with a child with autism spectrum disorder. I would love to further my experiences with working with people with special...

Leah P.

$35-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Behavioral Coach

As an autistic adult, I bring a uniquely empathetic perspective to the challenges that other autistic people face. Through a creative approach that changes with the needs of each individual, I find a way to connect & adapt that will best help each person connect with the world around them. I employ the use of art, music,...

Brooke F.

$16/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special Education Experience, Worked In Daycares!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Brooke. I go to college at SUNY New Paltz. I am from Long Island. My major is early childhood education. I am very passionate about being able to be positive role model and always putting my all in whatever I am doing. I have had experience in helping children with homework, creative play, bedtime, and other...

Brooke can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling

Megan M.

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Creative, Kind, And Patient Sitter!

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Madeline M.

$19-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

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

Claudia B.

$23-28/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Claudia, I'm 29 years old and I live in New Paltz. I'm caring, honest, patient, reliable and will provide exceptional care for your child/children. My childcare experience expands across all age groups, including special needs. I look forward to meeting you!

Claudia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Brooke F.

$16-20/hr • 1 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: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep

Allison Y.

Ulster Park, NY

$25-27/hr • 7 yrs exp

4.2

(6)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Allison! Here's a little bit about what I'm experienced in; I am a certified EMT with CPR, First Aid, BLS. I've been an EMT since 2021 with well over 4, 000 diverse calls under my belt. I've got a lot of experience with special needs, developmental disorders, emotional disorders, mental health, elderly,...

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

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"She was a big help with the kids and around the house. She took the kids out to the parks, stores to learn about food groups and money, the local libraries story time and a whole bunch of other places. My kids absolutely loved her and it made my husband and I feel...

Alyssa S.

Sienna T.

Highland, NY

$27/hr • 6 yrs exp

Bubbly Sitter; Ready For Anything

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 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: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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.

Michelle T.

Gardiner, NY

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver & Concierge

5.0

(9)

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: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, hospice services & more

Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0

"Michelle took care of my Mom and assisted her with showering, meal prep and light housekeeping. She also visited with Mom which was very helpful, my Mom enjoyed talking with her. She was reliable and took good care of Mom right up until she was hospitalized and...

Mary V.

Joycelyn N.

Highland, NY

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

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.

Michelle T.

Gardiner, NY

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver/Concierge

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & 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.

Cassidy D.

$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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...

Corrine M.

$21-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

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...

Teresa S.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Nurses Assistant

Hi my name is Teresa I've been an CNA for 20 plus years, I've worked with all types of clients, dementia, combative, u name it I've done it, I can do insulin, cook, clean, run errands, take to doctors appointments, are just go for a walk... as long as it doesn't hurt the client we can enjoy each other.... I love what I do I'm...

Samantha G.

Ulster Park, NY

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked both in my own family and for others with a wide variety of special needs and disabilities. I actually helped my single mother raise my younger brother who suffered from disabilities since a very young age. I have work in home and in facilities with the elderly and disabled, with both short term rehabilitation or...

Chauvelle L.

$23/hr • 4 yrs exp

Attentive And Compassionate