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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ontario, NY

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Ontario, NY

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Ashley S.


Ontario, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Family Child Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have nearly 19 years of experience Caring for all types of children! They are all different and their needs are all different too! I am CPR and 1st aid certified. Background checks are ok! I have 6 children of my own, 2 of which are special needs! I enjoy changing things up and taking the the kids to the parks and local...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Ashley watches my two kids. She is so great with them my kids love her and she works around my schedule. She taught my 2 yr. old son how to count to 11 and now he is starting to learn his ABC's all thanks to her!"

Emily C.

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Ashley S.


Ontario, NY

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Will Care For Your Special Needs/ADHD Child!

I have one year paid experience with a young adult with special needs. I have three children that live with me that are special needs and I am very passionate for caring for children with special needs. I feel like I can understand them, and sometimes that's what they need, love and understanding!
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Marchelle S.


Ontario, NY

$14-19/hr6 yrs exp

CNA

I currently work relief for Heritage Christian Services, where we assist individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives! I worked 2 years private home care with a non verbal CP with a g tube for nutrition and medication (administered by us aides). I've also worked 1:1 with TBI survivors.
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Kathryn T.


Ontario, NY

$23-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Throughout the last 13 years, I have worked with individuals age 4-28 years old with various disabilities in multiple settings including daycare's, nannying, preschools, group homes, general education classrooms, OPWDD assessments, and special education classrooms. I am especially familiar with Autism and have some familiarity...
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Donna R.


Ontario, NY

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Smile Maker

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Repositioning. I have worked with families with adult children who have Down Syndrome for the past 5years with supporting them in the community and at their jobs as well as at home. I would love to work with your love one either at home or in the...
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Karley P.


Ontario, NY

$19-29/hr10 yrs exp

I am 29 years old with 5 years of home health aide experience, 1 year of CNA licensing, and I also work with special needs students at a school district.'
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Rhonda M.


Ontario, NY

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Loving, Fun Nanny Seeking Full / Part Time Job. Excellent References.

I have many years of experience and excellent references. I'm reliable, fun and caring. I've worked with children ages newborn to teenagers. I have special needs experience as well. I was with my last nanny family for 5 years and 8 years with family before them (both with 4 children)I would love to speak with you and fill you in...
Rhonda can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Ada-osha B.


Webster, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of kids for a while. I helped care for my brother since I was six. I baby-sat for my neighbors children for a year when I was 15 and baby-sat a 4-year-old for over a year when I was 17. I love to keep kids active both mentally and physically. I love house pets, so if you have a pet, I am completely...
Ada-osha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Osha is fantastic. We had an opening for a short-term nanny in late summer of 2023 and as soon as we met her, we knew that she would be a perfect fit. She is fun, creative, super knowledgeable, and she takes the time to really listen to kids as the people that they...

Mara N.

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Rachel G.


Webster, NY

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Entertaining Babysitter/Nanny That Is Comfortable With Even The Most Active Kids!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as outgoing , very friendly, having a lot of patience and especially caring! I like working with kids because every Kid is different. I learn something new when caring for them ! kids are brilliant in their own unique ways ! I'm looking for a job that I can help parents with fitting their schedule...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel watched our 2 younger sons on a Saturday night and they had a blast! She was respectful of our wishes, timely, and communicated well."

Nathaniel B.

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Luis R.


Penfield, NY

$21-35/hr10 yrs exp

Interactive And Experienced Caretaker

My name is Luis and I have been working with children for 10 years now and am currently working as a bilingual teacher assistant in the Rochester city school district. I am patient, calm when facing challenging behaviors, and fun! I have previously worked as a lead preschool teacher in a daycare, as a teacher's assistant in a...
Luis can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I am a certified Home Health Aide. I also have experience in this field for the past 9+ years. Taking care of the elderly. I have also worked with individuals with developmental disabilities. Am compassionate, responsible and reliable.
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Alyssa P.


Williamson, NY

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Young Nanny With Over 10 Years Of Experience Looking For Full Time Job

Hi there! I have over 15 years of experience in childcare. I have 8 younger cousins I have helped care for as young children and I also a mother to an awesome 11-year-old, 20-month-old, and a bonus mom to a 13-year-old. I have experience with special needs children and multiples. I love to play and interact with the children I...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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King L.


Penfield, NY

$19-50/hr2 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

I like caring for people with special needs because it's an experience and connection that's based on honesty and respect between a person supported and a care giver. I'm looking for a job that pays well according to the level of care that is expected as well as a job in which I feel like I'm getting to know a person and form...
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Maxine B.


Macedon, NY

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hi there! I am a current teacher's aide at Mary Cariola Center. My experience is mostly with preschoolers with complex needs, but I also have experience with adults with ASD and down syndrome!
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Megan R.


Webster, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

-B. S. Human Services -FL Certified Teacher Special Education K-12; General Education -Capable and comfortable utilizing all medical equipment including (not limited to): pulse-ox, cpap, nebulizer, and transfer equipment -tube feeding experience -Extremely compassionate and nurturing. -Excellent references I'm a mother of...
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Brianna T.


Macedon, NY

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Mom with Experience with Special Needs

If there is anything in this world I know, it is patience with a frustrated special needs child. I have a 7-year-old who has mild cerebral palsy and many different limitations. We need to use simple techniques to get through to them. Playtime is the best time to work all these fine motor skills. I do not have a degree but I feel...
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Pamela W.


Penfield, NY

$10-15/hr

Pamela W.,Special Needs Care Provider

I am a speech and language therapist in a suburban school district. I have worked there for 31 years. My experience has been with a wide variety of disability types from Down Syndrome and Autism to Cerebral Palsy and Emotional Handicaps. I am patient and caring and can usually relate to children well. I love to play, read, do...
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Madi H.


Webster, NY

$15-20/hr

Special needs caregiver

Hi! My name is Madi. I've always been interested in caring for others and have a passion for equality and inclusion.
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Traci L.


Penfield, NY

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a creative, responsible, individual with 4 years of care giving experience, as well as being a Mother of 2 young adults, ages 19 and 21. I successfully maintain a safe environment for children while providing fun, imaginative, yet educational activities for children of all ages. I am committed to providing a safe, nurturing...
Traci can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi I'm Morgan, I am 18 and a nanny to an 8-year-old with autism, I've learned many techniques from him and how to handle different situations. I always research special needs care and how to do my best to make someone feel cared for and comfortable.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ontario, NY

Ashley S.

5.0

From day 1, she has been a part of our family. My kids adore her as do I. She understands the relationship a mother has with her kids and she enhances that. If I am having a bad day, she would make sure I get extra hugs from them at the end of the day. She will never hesitate to keep me posted on...

- Michelle P.

Ada-osha B.

5.0

Osha is fantastic. We had an opening for a short-term nanny in late summer of 2023 and as soon as we met her, we knew that she would be a perfect fit. She is fun, creative, super knowledgeable, and she takes the time to really listen to kids as the people that they are. Our kids loved her right out...

- Mara N.

Rachel G.

5.0

Rachel watched our 2 younger sons on a Saturday night and they had a blast! She was respectful of our wishes, timely, and communicated well.

- Nathaniel B.

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