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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Pleasant Valley, NY

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years

Special needs caregivers in Pleasant Valley, NY

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Alyssa R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

20 Year Old Girl With 8 Years Experience Watching Both Babies And Special Needs Children

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Hello! I am the oldest of three so naturally my siblings became like my own kids and I have helped care for them since birth. I have an autistic 13-year-old sister and a 7-year-old brother. Currently, I work full time as an educational assistant at a school for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. I have numerous years of...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Chauvelle L.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$23/hr4 yrs exp

Attentive And Compassionate

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: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

Hi Families! I'm Tracey a 22-year-old college graduate. I just graduated in may WooHoo! Majored in Biology and Psychology! Over the years I've had experience in many different fields ranging from working with mentality disabled children to also becoming a certified CNA! I worked at a nursing home for the summer then went on and...
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Clementina B.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Babysitter

I have worked with special needs children for about 13 years and I feel I am more than qualified to care for them. I have worked with autistic children for about the same amount of time. I would be interested in teaching life skills like taking them to the store, going to the mall to shop, going to pay bills, writing checks,...
I have been doing my job for over 5 years now and I'm in love I love helping people I'm very social outgoing and on the love I love what I do and hopefully you pick me yo care for you !!
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Shantoy R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

I work at Cardinal Hayes home for children and has 2 years of paid experience working with children that have developmental disabilities I thrive to an exceptional care to assist them with the best quality life there is.
I'm have worked with children with disabilities for 20 years . Since a child I have been highly passionate for seniors and children with disabilities. I try my best to carry out each patient needs and always consider the family needs and wants also. As I continue my journey in this field my goal is to always be compassionate and...
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, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

As a seasoned childcare provider with a decade of experience, my passion for nurturing young minds and supporting families is what drives me. My journey in caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my innate ability to connect with children and make a meaningful impact on their lives. I am known for...
Pamela can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Victoria B.


Hyde Park, NY

$18-22/hr7 yrs exp

The Best Care Is My Top Priority!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Tori! I am a CNA currently, But I have an extensive background in various aspects of the care field. I have been in the care field for the past 10+ years, with my first experiences in 2003 working with disabled adults. I have worked with individuals with special needs of all ages, from children to our elderly...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Brenda L.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Experience Sitter Looking For Part Time Job

I have a multitude of experience caring for individuals ranging from toddler age up to the elderly. I have been employed as a Bus Driver for about 3 years driving regular education Children as well as special needs Children and Adults. This work included operating wheelchair lifts as well as keeping the passengers comfortable...
Skills:

CPR

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Clementina B.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hi. I am a Teacher Assistant for over 20 years for Dutchess County BOCES. I have experience working with Special Needs children and young adults with Autism. I enjoy working with this population because I feel it is our job as Educators/ care takers to prepare our children for real life by taking them out into the Community and...
Clementina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Karine R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16-40/hr10 yrs exp

All Around Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a caring, fun, loving and compassionate caregiver/nursing aide. I've cared for children, teens, adults and seniors on a medical and non-medical levels for over 20 years. I've held a title as a sitter, a direct support professional (DSP), and a geriatric aide. As a sitter I've ensured the safety and well-being of the...
In 10th grade, I started working at SNACK, an afterschool and weekend activity center for kids and teens with ASD and other mental disabilities. We had different classes ranging from soccer and basketball to music and yoga. I also worked as a full-time nanny for a 2-year-old girl with mental and physical disabilities. I learned...
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Heather O.


Clinton Corners, NY

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Passion For Children Of All Ages

I truly love working with children of all ages and needs. I worked in health and fitness for many years as a youth athletics coach, kids Zumba instructor and CO-program creator for a special needs children's boot camp program. I love anything and everything artistic and creative involving children's activities! Lastly I've spent...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Brittany M.


Hyde Park, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey! :) I'm Brittany! I am 33 years old and have worked with children for 15 years on and off. I'm an animal lover and non smoker, I have experience with children of all ages including twins and children with special needs! I love reading, crafts and playing outside. I believe that children are never giving us a hard time. They...
Brittany can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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...
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Victoria B.


Hyde Park, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

My name is Tori! I am a CNA currently, But I have an extensive background in various aspects of the care field. I have been in the care field for the past 10 plus years, with my first experiences in 2003 working with disabled adults. I have worked with individuals with special needs of all ages, from children to our elderly...
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Sonia R.


Staatsburg, NY

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Mom/Granny

Hello! I am a retired.... mom/grandma trying to keep busy doing what I love, which is helping you! I am seeking out any work, (within reason), to help alleviate any unwanted stress in your life. I was an art teacher at a private Catholic school, and am currently teaching Sunday school at my church. I am also passionate in...
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Irina T.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20/hr20 yrs exp

Artistic And Energetic Caretaker

I am mother of 2 beautiful grown children and a happily new grandmother. Outside of raising my own children, I have been caring for children of varied ages for over 30 years. I have experience caring for children either special needs in BOCES setting. I have teaching experience teaching Russian as a second language, piano...
Irina can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Pleasant Valley, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.