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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Syracuse, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Syracuse, NY

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Caroline B.


Syracuse, NY

$22-29/hr10 yrs exp

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CHILDREN: Hello! I have helped care for, feed, bathe, play, cook, etc with kids of all ages (0-17) since I was 10 years old. During my high school years, I was a full time nanny for a family of 4 kids ages 0-12. I am 22 now and attend syracuse university and am graduating in May. I study psychology and art and am studying to...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lyne B.


Syracuse, NY

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Teacher's Aide Looking For FT/PT Schedule

Hello Friends! I'm a single mom of 2 boys. I am currently working at Jowonio School as a teachers aide. I like working with kids because I see kids as little individuals, a curious little mash up of 2 probably great people who have great personalities and explorative with no care in the world. That energy is such a fulfilling...
Lyne can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
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Krista K.


Syracuse, NY

$16-22/hr5 yrs exp

Current Senior At SUNY Oswego Studying Operations Management Science

I am an experienced childcare provider with over 5 years of experience. I have worked for two family's and am looking for a new one. I have worked with children between the ages of 6 weeks all the way to 12 years old, including children with special needs. I love to create activities for children that engage and promote...
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Carrie S.


Syracuse, NY

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced & Passionate Child Care Provider

Having worked extensively with children of all ages in a variety of settings, including as a pediatric occupational therapy provider, my favorite jobs are still always nannying for individual families. I've worked as a nanny for four different amazing families, tutor, 1:1 with children with special needs, in daycare settings &...
Carrie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Natalie S.


Syracuse, NY

$16-20/hr7 yrs exp

The Sitter Your Kids Wish Would Stay Longer

Hello! As cliché as it is, it doesn't feel like working if you love your job. That's why I consistently look for jobs where I can work with children. I grew up as the oldest of five children as well as the oldest grandchild, and therefore was designated as the built in babysitter. Since then, I have worked as an art and music...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hi! I am a pediatric speech and language pathologist who specializes in preschool age and special needs therapy. I am looking for an extra gig outside of my full time job to fill some of my free time. I am originally from Chicago but have been in Syracuse for almost 6 years. I completed my undergraduate and graduate degrees at...
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Zumara V.


Syracuse, NY

$25-32/hr10 yrs exp

With a strong background in taking care of children I was a teacher assistant at my church for 10 years, I have 3 of my own kids two with special needs who came out to be wonderful adults. I have 4 grandchildren 2 with special needs that I take care of when needed. I worked for family support organization for about three years....
Zumara can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

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Maya L.


Syracuse, NY

$16/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Maya and I am currently a rising junior studying Psychology and Family Sciences at Syracuse University. I have done both volunteer and paid work with children for the past 4+ years including babysitting, camp counselor, and working as a teaching aid in a kindergarten classroom. During the summer I work...
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Jillian L.


Syracuse, NY

$16/hr4 yrs exp

Chaos Coordinator

I have about 4 years of experience. I started working with kids during my junior year of college (at a daycare). I was working with infants up to prek. I was also working with special needs kids. As of right now, I am a teacher assistant at an inclusive preschool/daycare. I work with children who have speech delays, who are...
Jillian can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Amy C.


Syracuse, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Childcare Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Professional Nanny for over 10 years: including all ages; specialized with early childhood development; esp. toddlers, preschoolers and infants. Additional experiences include Art Classes, Reading and Activity Coordinator for Library, Teacher Assistant for Pre-K/Head Start program, Reading Assistant and Tutor for elementary...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

I am a 45-year-old single mother with 2 teenage daughters. My 16-year-old and I currently work together taking care of a special needs teenager after school. We enjoy working together to make other people more comfortable. Also I think it gives my 16-year-old an opportunity to have supported experiences working and caring for...
Yolanda can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
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Zumara V.


Syracuse, NY

$23-25/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Care

My name is Zumara. I'm 48 years old. I started in the field of taking care of the elderly and special needs adult in 2020 in the very start of the pandemic when essential workers were very much needed all over the world. With over 5 years of experience in providing compassion care to seniors. I am dedicated to ensuring the...
Zumara can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Erica H.


Syracuse, NY

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Companion

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 30 years of experience serving the elderly in various areas such as: traumatic brain injury, special needs, spinal cord injury, dementia, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. Or just in need of COMPANIONSHIP. I have been certified as a home health aide for 20 years, and as a CNA for 9 years. Home care is more rewarding...
Erica can also help with: Companionship, home modification, dementia, personal care, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

Great listener Love to help people Am a teacher Work with students with special needs Flexible schedule Hard-working started working with adults that have varying needs patient
Kathryn can also help with: Personal care, companionship, specialized care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Bethany C.


Syracuse, NY

$16-20/hr7 yrs exp

Senior Care Available Full Time Personal Care Available Full Time Housekeeping,Companionship

I have worked in Senior care and Care of adults with disabilities for over 4 years in residence. Helping with daily tasks household cleaning meal prep and personal care. I love working with seniors and special needs adults I love seeing them smile when helping them Day to day.
Bethany can also help with: Dementia, personal care
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Hannah H.


Syracuse, NY

$22-23/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I currently work as an Administrative Assistant at a mental health and substance use clinic, but prior to this I served and bartended for about 10 years as it gave me the flexibility to travel and pursue my passions. Caregiving comes naturally to me as I've always had a passion for working with elderly and physically and/or...
I have 4 years experience working with teens and college aged students with disabilities. As a disability specialist, I provided support to college students with disabilities. I regularly reviewed diagnostic information in order to make appropriate academic accommodations for students. I also worked 1:1 with students on things...
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Samantha S.


Liverpool, NY

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

Trustworthy & Caring Sitter

Hi ~ My name is Sam. I am a school counselor at a middle school. I was also a teachers assistant in a special needs classroom. I've worked with children ages 4-14!
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Patricia J.


Liverpool, NY

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services I have CDL Experience and I am able for Meal Preparation. I have 9+ years experience with seniors and individuals special needs. I am NY State Certified to give Medication
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Sophie L.


Liverpool, NY

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Special Educator, Companion, Advocate

Hi! I am a passionate special educator with experience in a variety of ages and areas. I studied special education for both the completion of undergraduate and graduate studies. I engage in professional learning opportunities regularly and consider myself a lifelong learner. Help me learn, advocate, and bring inclusive...

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Syracuse, NY are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.