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132 special needs caregivers are listed in Rochester, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Rochester, NY

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Jalon F.


Rochester, NY

$16/hr4 yrs exp

Great Childcare Worker

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I have a degree working with in Human Services. This means I have learned to work with people with disabilities and special needs. Right now, I am an Aid at a School or Learning Center currently working with children 3 to 5. I have been working in this setting for about 3-4 years. I've worked in Schools, Daycare Centers, the...

Carly S.


Rochester, NY

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Carly. I worked with kids with special needs for 2 years. I worked with children with Autism, Down Syndrome, Asperger's, etc. at a preschool. No mater what, everyone is the same and should be treated the same. I love seeing their faces each day with a smile on it.

Carly S.


Rochester, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 33 families in your neighborhood

I am passionate when it comes to working with children. I love teaching children new things. I am very caring loving hard working outgoing person. I will do arts and crafts, build forts, dance, sing, play board games. There is never a dull moment. Working with kids is my pride and joy. They always put a smile on my face. They...
Carly can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

I have 6 years of experience with children ranging from the ages of two months to 10 years. In addition, I have experience with special needs young adults. I plan nutritional meals for lunch and dinner. This comes from my love for cooking. I always make sure there are activities that each kid likes to do. I love pets and enjoy...
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
hello my name is michelle. I am what you call a fun loving caring person. I love making crafts going outside and keep the kids busy. I have alot of experience working with kids. I have over 30 years experience working with kids from my own kids who are now 29 and 30. working with special need a kids for over 21 years. and...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Jenna V.


Rochester, NY

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider

I am a creative, compassionate, and patient caregiver who strives to bring joy and empowerment to families that allow me to. I am also a social justice educator and am passionate about reproductive and environmental justice. My experience working with and teaching children is definitely comprehensive. For three summers, I...
Jenna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Parnella K.


Rochester, NY

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Parnella I am 28 years old. My husband and I have a 6-year-old son who will be entering the 2nd grade this fall. I worked with children for 10 years, providing care/ instruction for special needs individuals. I currently hold a position were I am a Teacher assistant and I was a substitute teacher this year. I've...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jalon F.


Rochester, NY

$16/hr4 yrs exp

Kind, Educated And Caring Caregiver

I currently have a degree working with different populations, Human Services. This means people with disabilities and special needs and special education. Right now, I am an Aid at a School or Learning Center currently working with children 3 to 5. I have been working in this setting for about 3-4 years. I've worked in Schools,...
Jalon can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, which led me to become a childcare provider. With many years of experience with children in my family, including 4 nephews, 2 nieces and a special needs younger brother. I'm patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and friendly, and I always follow the parents'...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Grace B.


Rochester, NY

$12-32/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Educated, And Exciting Nanny!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Grace and I recently graduated from Kent State University with a bachelors in Speech Pathology and Audiology, with a minor in autism spectrum disorders. I have experience working with infants and toddlers, 0-2 years old, as well as children ages 3-10. I have worked as a crib room assistant at a church while I was...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping

Joshua S.


Rochester, NY

$14-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experience With A Heart Of Gold

My name is Josh and I have spent the last 15 years in healthcare I worked at Highland Hospital as well as Strong Memorial Hospital I did a home care hospice for both my grandfather and my grandmother that had an Alzheimer's and dementia I have experience with seniors young adults pediatrics as well as folks with special needs I...
Joshua can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Rochester, NY are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 56 reviews of the 132 listed special needs caregivers.