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Find special needs caregivers in Ontario, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ontario, NY

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Ontario, NY

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Megan R.


Webster, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare/Special Needs Childcare

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-B. S. Human Services -FL Certified Teacher Special Education K-12; General Education PreK-3 -Experience caring for multiple siblings, including families with special needs children -Capable and comfortable utilizing all medical equipment including (not limited to): pulse-ox, cpap, nebulizer, and transfer equipment -tube...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I am a mother of a wonderful 21-year-old daughter. I have a BA in Sociology and I am a Licensed Practical Nurse. I have worked in the Human Service field for several years, including working with children and adults with special needs. While I do not have professional child care experience, I have 21 years of mom experience! My...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Andrea B.


Webster, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have many years experience assisting individuals that are physically or mentally challenged . I started right after high school working in group home settings. Within several years I had worked my way up to being a house manager. I had many responsibilities including medication administration, crisis prevention intervention,...

Susan W.


Webster, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse Looking For Private Duty Position

Hi - My name is Sue and I have been an LPN for 14 years, the majority of my experience has been working with special needs individuals in a Group Home setting. I also have nursing experience in Urology, wound care and home care. I have a B. A. degree in Sociology from SUNY Cortland as well. I love being a nurse, but the...

Stephanie Z.


Webster, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Elementary/Special Education Teacher/Tutor

I have worked with children my entire life. I worked in a daycare through high school. I am a caring and energetic teacher looking for a bit of side work. I have been a teacher for 7 years and love children. I have a lot of experience working with children with special needs as I am a Special Education teacher and also worked...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Stephanie Z.


Webster, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I have worked 15 years with children and adults with Special Needs both as a teacher and as Support Staff in Resident's home. I enjoy working with people of all ages and have extensive experience with students/adults with behavioral and learning needs. I am organized, caring and patient.
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Erika H.


Rochester, NY

$18-50/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hi! I'm a Rochester transplant and I taught elementary school for 4 years, the last 3 being in NY in the Rush Henrietta school district (2nd and 3rd grade). I took a break to have a child who is now 10 months old. Looking for nannying/baby sitting that I can do with my 10 mo old. I have experience teaching English as a second...
5.0
"Erika is great with kids! She's honest, dependable, kind and responsible."

Lydia P.

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Megan S.


Pittsford, NY

$28-30/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

4.3

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, this seems like a great fit for me! I have experience caring for babies, children, adolescents, and individuals with special needs. I attend Nazareth University for occupational therapy, and I have two years left in Rochester. I do not smoke and would expect the same from the family I work for. My hourly rate is $35, based...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Megan cared for our 5 year old son with left-hemiplegia. She was very punctual and attentive to our son. He absolutely ADORES her! We felt 100% comfortable leaving him in her care."

Kim J.

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Kathryn W.


Pittsford, NY

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caretaker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Kathryn and I love working with children! I have over 14 years of experience as a nanny and household manager including 6 years of special needs experience and a Master's Degree.
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Kathryn is a smart, caring, responsible and loving caregiver who I trust completely with my children. She worked for us for three years and we miss her every day! Our son is on the autism spectrum and she was an extremely loving, compassionate and capable nanny for...

Jane B.

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Abby R.


Rochester, NY

$22-50/hr6 yrs exp

A qualified and compassionate caregiver whoever loves what she does. I have experience with dementia, TBI, special needs, catheter care and much more. CPR certified with over 6 years of In Home Care experience. I'd describe my personality as understanding, nurturing and bubbly. I like caring for seniors because it's what I...
Abby can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Abby was eager to assist us and was very supportive with the help we needed with my father. I would recommend Abby for care with a loved one"

Anne N.

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Carolina J.


Rochester, NY

$50-65/hr10 yrs exp

Bubbly, Outgoing Aide Looking To Help Your Family Members In Your Time Of Need

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Carolina. I love what I do, and preform to the best of my abilities. In addition to working in home care settings as well as nursing homes, I also have experience working in the hospital on a medical surgical unit. I am currently a Licensed Practical Nurse and have also had my Certified Nursing Assistant...
Carolina can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"I hired Carolina to help care for my 85 year old mother. I am very happy with the care she gives my mom, she is very attentive to her needs. I was sad for us but happy for her when she decided to go back to school but she would still help out with mom some week...

Cindy G.

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Irene V.


Rochester, NY

$30-40/hr15 yrs exp

Experienced & Loving Super-Nanny (15+yrs)

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Specializing in Early Childhood Development working as a professional nanny with over 15yrs experience assisting children with their social, physical, mental & emotional needs for a stable start! Available for both one-time and recurring childcare needs, supporting parents help their toddlers get ready for school and more with a...
Irene can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"REN is the consummate professional! She is kind, patient, and knowledgeable. She is very engaged with play, simultaneously nurturing the needs of my son. Her communication and reliability is top tier. She’s a gem, and I’m happy we found one another. "

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Michelle W.


Rochester, NY

$16/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10 years plus experience caring for children of all ages. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry and meal preparation. I also have personal experience with my special needs child. I love being around children and helping people in general. I also enjoy pets as well. I cared for my mother full time for 6 years until...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Michelle in the midst of Covid to take care of our new born son. She started part time with us, but we quickly transitioned her to full time 5 days. Michelle is professional, reliable, nurturing, and above all else she is calm when care taking. During her...

Khush A.

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Natalie P.


Pittsford, NY

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am the middle child of 5 daughters and have spent many years babysitting for my parents, relatives, church, and neighbors. During college at Geneseo as an English major and Asian studies minor, I nannied for several different families. My long term positions have been post college in fairport. I am used to long hours...
Natalie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Natalie helped took care of both of our kids on several occasions when our nanny was out sick. She was able to care for them in addition to her to usual children. She was always pleasant and a joy to work with"

Care member

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Ada-osha B.


Rochester, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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India M.


Rochester, NY

$16-50/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Experienced Loveing Hardworking Great Support System Care Giver !!!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm certified in CPR and SCIP plus many more I also was a Community Habilitatior at epilepsy pralid and I been in nursing homes to private care to group homes I currently work at a Demetria / Alzheimer's nursing home I love my residents they are my family !!! I pay attention to details and recognize changes in them rather...
5.0
"India is a very caring person she has a good pure heart they type of person you want working with people who need TLC"

Dakota P.

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Alexandra A.


Rochester, NY

$16-20/hr8 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Alexandra and I have been working with children for about eight years, two of which were in daycare while one year as an Au Pair in Germany. In high school I have had a love for teaching. I tutored children from 2nd grade to 12th in various of subjects. Most of the time I would help teaching with young children to...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is very patient. She is very joyful and can make a way out of no way. She has awesome ideas that engages children's attention and children tend to fall in love with her! She has an excellent personality and was a pleasure to work with. "

Angela A.

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Audryana A.


Rochester, NY

$20-31/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hard working, dependable, people person, with experience with special needs, that have a lot of love to share on a daily basis.
5.0
"Audryana is top notch! Loving, caring, respectful, and an A plus , stellar reliable caregiver! We are so thankful for her!"

Carey V.

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Briana H.


Newark, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have many years experience watching young children, starting when I was at the age of 11. Now, I am a certified teacher and have taught 5th grade for 9 years! I have experience working with children with special needs in both the school and babysitting atmosphere. I currently have a very active 5-year-old daughter, spirited...
Briana can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Beatrice K.


Rochester, NY

$16-25/hr

Caring, Fun, Loving Caregiver!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an Occupational Therapy major in my second year at Ithaca College. I did a lot of volunteering in the past with those with special needs, leading to my passion for this career path. I am loving, fun, passionate, and understanding. I am also flexible for your needs as well. I want to connect and care for you and your loved...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ontario, NY

Erika H.

5.0

Erika is great with kids! She's honest, dependable, kind and responsible.

- Lydia P.

Megan S.

5.0

Megan was great with my kids and they enjoyed their time with her. Even my older son, who she did not watch the day she came, said he would love to have her babysit. She went above and beyond and I will be using her again!

- Care member

Kathryn W.

5.0

Kathryn is a smart, caring, responsible and loving caregiver who I trust completely with my children. She worked for us for three years and we miss her every day! Our son is on the autism spectrum and she was an extremely loving, compassionate and capable nanny for him. I could always rest easy...

- Jane B.

Abby R.

5.0

Abby was eager to assist us and was very supportive with the help we needed with my father. I would recommend Abby for care with a loved one

- Anne N.

Carolina J.

5.0

I hired Carolina to help care for my 85 year old mother. I am very happy with the care she gives my mom, she is very attentive to her needs. I was sad for us but happy for her when she decided to go back to school but she would still help out with mom some week nights and weekends if we needed her.

- Cindy G.

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Ratings for Ontario, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Ontario, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.