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53 special needs caregivers are listed in Queensbury, NY

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Queensbury, NY

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Rachel A.


Glens Falls, NY

$16-50/hr5 yrs exp

My Name Is Rachel And I Am A Soon To Be 20 Year Old Female. I Live In Glens Falls NY.

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I'd describe my personality as caring, organized, reliable. I like caring for people with special needs because I love helping people and making a direct impact in their lives. Everyone deserves to be treated equally! I started caring for people with special needs when I started working at CWI in November of 2023. I grew up...
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Kathleen C.


Saratoga Springs, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Care Provider

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. I have been working with children since I was able to babysit at 12 years old! I have always enjoyed caring, laughing, and being a part of kid's lives. I am a mother of 2 myself, and I am a certified substitute teacher of 4 years with a BA in Human Development. I have worked with families and their children of all ages...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Katie was with us from March 2011 - June 2012, she took excellent care of our little boy who was 9 months when she started and 2 yrs old when she left us. She is very creative, provides excellent one-on-one and put energy into making sure our son got exposure to...

Sara H.

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Sherrie D.


Saratoga Springs, NY

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a mom of three. My youngest is in high-school . I enjoy playing sports, hiking, as well as crafts and baking. I have worked in the caregiving/medical field for nine years. I have experience with special needs, autism and speech delays. I am a non smoker and comfortable with pets. Thank you for your interest. Sherrie
Sherrie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Very caring and dependable when caring for our 7 month old. Made the transition of going back to work seamless following maternity leave. Would definitely hire again."

Amanda N.

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Heather J.


Saratoga Springs, NY

$25-36/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working in both residential settings, hon are, as well, for agencies. I have valuable experience in both health care roles and support for client autonomy. I worked for 7 several years teaching those with disabilities at another agency. I've worked as supervisor capacity for a local agency in a residential setting...
5.0
"I know I can rely on Heather to provide support in any situation, but she is especially passionate about caring for those in need. She enjoys talking about the challenges and successes she experiences while at work. She truly cares about her clients and works hard...

Jason G.

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Teresa L.


Corinth, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional 2

Hello, thank you for looking further into my qualifications. I worked for AIM for 15+ years as a resident counselor, assistant manager and manager of residential group homes and have worked for Saratoga Bridges as the Lead Instructor of a Senior Dayhab for people with Intellectual disabilities. Unfortunately, due to the COVID 19...
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Sandra N.


Saratoga Springs, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

1.0

(1)

I've been care giving for over 32 years. I've worked with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, heart disorders, cancer, MS, dementia, frontal lobe dementia, physical disabilities, special needs, incontinence and ambulatory issues. I will do various duties including pet care. I am a compassionate and very honest person. I have mainly worked...
Sandra can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, home modification, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Current stay at home mom to two boys, aged 7&11. My youngest son is autistic. I am unfortunately not formally certified for special needs however, I am eager and willing to learn any specific skills required for your loved one.
Hello, I'm A'Myilah, a compassionate and dedicated special needs aide committed to providing personalized support and care. Having a genuine passion for helping individuals with diverse abilities, I bring both empathy and expertise to my role. Over the course of my experience, I've cultivated a deep understanding of the unique...
Hi! I'm Lianne and I've worked in the childcare field for 15 years, and am currently a teacher for children with special needs. I look forward to hearing from you and answering any questions you may have. I have plenty of references upon request. :)
Lianne can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

My name is McKenna , and I moved to the Saratoga area a little over a year ago. I work in one of the Ballston Spa Elementary Schools as a Special Education Aide. I've worked with students with a variety of different abilities, strengths, and weaknesses. From special needs to trauma and behaviors, I can adapt to each child I work...
Mckenna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

My name is Olivia I am 25, from Granville NY. I do have my own car, it's a 2020 Subaru. I also have a clean license. I do not smoke. I have been babysitting for a little over 9 years. I have taken my CPR/First Aid pediatrics and adult course through American Red Cross as of September of 2017. If you would like me to retake it I...
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Nicole A.


Hadley, NY

$17-30/hr5 yrs exp

I have take care of medically frail individuals and special needs . Worked with dementia and Alzheimer's . CPR certified. I love taking care of people and helping people. Enjoy spending time with individual taking them out to going shopping. Enjoy cooking . I am a Very reliable person and trust worthy.
Nicole can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I love spending time with kids and I always make sure they have a great time with me as well! I've been coaching gymnastics for eight years now so I have plenty of experience with kids of all ages. I've been the summer camp director at a gymnastics facility since 2019, the team director since 2020, and am currently the gym's...
Abbey can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Working with children who have special needs has been a big passion of mind since I was five. I have worked at summer camps, interned, assisted with para educators, and been a friend to all types of people! I'm very outgoing, stern when need be, and understanding about all situations. I look forward to giving your child the...
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Ann M.


Saratoga Springs, NY

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I am a registered occupational therapist who has had had experience working with children birth to three with various developmental delays and has been practicing for about 2 years! I love working with children and helping them reach their developmental milestones through fun and enjoyable play activities. I am a very positive,...
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Diane M.


Granville, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience In All Care For 45 Years.

I have taken care of a wide range of illnesses. Special needs, elderly, nursing home care and home care.
Diane can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

Hello my name is Meg! I currently have a full time job working with people who have intellectual/developmental disabilities. I truly love and care for these humans. They are just like Anyone else. If an when your child/teen/young adult/adult is in my hands I will take very good care of them! Please don't hesitate to reach out to...
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Kelly W.


Fort Edward, NY

$16-20/hr

Caring Caregiver Of Little Ones

I enjoy working part-time at a local pre-school as a one-on-one aid for a special needs little one. I also have a son with autism and ADHD who is 24 and thriving. If you need some relief as a parent or guardian of a special needs person please reach out, I know how valuable it is to have time apart from those you care for each...
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Miranda A.


Greenfield Center, NY

$16/hr

I Was A Special Needs Child Myself, I Also Coparent My Ex's Son And He Is A Special Needs Boy.

First I would like to say I was a special needs child and I didn't have anybody that understood what I was going through. It was very frustrating for me. So I feel I have the personal knowledge and experience to to others and let them know they aren't alone. I have been coparenting my ex's son who is a special needs boy so he...
Hey there! My name is Maggie and by day I work . I have been babysitting for over 10 years now and have experience working in various preschools and day care programs. I have experience working at the Early Childhood Education Center which was a hub for children with special needs in the Albany area. I love engaging children in...
Margaret can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Queensbury, NY

Kathleen C.

5.0

Katie was with us from March 2011 - June 2012, she took excellent care of our little boy who was 9 months when she started and 2 yrs old when she left us. She is very creative, provides excellent one-on-one and put energy into making sure our son got exposure to other kids & activities every...

- Sara H.

Sherrie D.

5.0

Sherrie was the best babysitter we could have ever asked for. She was with us from 5 months to a little over a year, and if it wasn't for issues with our dog we would have kept her up until elementary school. She was early every single day, and all 8 hours she watched our son she gave him her full...

- Joseph A.

Heather J.

5.0

Heather boarded my senior cat for several weeks and took great care of her.

- Kim F.

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