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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Troy, NY

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in Troy, NY

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Sophia G.


Troy, NY

$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Sophia:) I have experience working with children of all ages! I have worked with children through my local after school program and I currently work/support children and adults who have special needs. My mother is a licensed daycare provider of 15+ years so I have lots of experience helping her out with...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jojo loved being able to come and play with Miss S and her family! She can't wait to play again!"

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Carol S.


Troy, NY

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I cared for a boy, for two years during the period he was 8 to 10 years old along with his two younger brothers. I learned to deal with his sensory issues as well as helping him cope with changes in his routine when they occurred. I helped him get dressed and ready for school in the morning and prepared breakfast and saw him out...
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Jessica C.


Troy, NY

$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hello, I have been taking care of people for over 20 years. My care ranges from companion care to hospice care. I am certified in many areas including g tube and medication administration, as well as first aid and CPR. I have a passion for caring for individuals who are unable to care for themselves and enjoy being able to...
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Annonda W.


Troy, NY

$16-39/hr • 7 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

I started with developmental disabilities about 8 years ago. I worked with people from ranges of ages and worked with many physical and mental disabilities over the years.
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Carolina O.


Troy, NY

$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp

I'm currently working for a second year at an extended school year program for children with different disabilities. I was a counselor my first year and now I'm a teacher, so I lead a group of 3 additional staff and 15 kids.
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Megan M.


Troy, NY

$19-23/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced in providing compassionate care to individuals with mobility challenges, including assistance with transfers, wheelchair navigation, and adaptive equipment usage. I have been doing work like this since age 14 and have experience with people of many challenges including but not limited to autism, epilepsy, Down...
I have 6 years of experience working with individuals who have speak needs. I worked for a camp that had a variety of different ages ranging from 4-26
I don't have any professional experience, however, I do have experience caring for my nephews, one of which has adhd. I'm currently in college with the end goal of becoming an art teacher for grades k-12. I have a lot of customer service experience so I have a lot of hands on experience with problem solving while remaining...
I don't have much experience. But I am looking to build more experience. I have volunteered in a nursing home in the pass for an entire summer.
Hi! My name is Ella, I am 18 years old and attend Siena college for nursing. I work at a hospital as a patient care tech- kind of like a CNA and am set to get my RN in two years. I feel competent in my medical knowledge and experience of working in a nursing home since I was 15 to care for people, especially seniors, with most...
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Patricia H.


Troy, NY

$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have worked with TBI patients and children with several handicaps. I feel I would be a good fit as a I am willing to learn new things each day.
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Gecaunna E.


Troy, NY

$24-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience with a private nanny agency and also have experience with special needs care. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Arts Crafts, outdoor/indoor activities, school work etc. I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts and Associates in Science degree. Currently, I'm pursuing my masters online.
Gecaunna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kelsey S.


Troy, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Child Care Available In The Hudson Valley

Hello! I am a full-time higher education and arts professional working in Columbia and Duchess counties. I have over 15 years of experience in caring for children of various ages in Rensselaer, Albany, and Westchester counties, and have worked hands-on for 3 years with children with special needs. I am available for part-time...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Carol S.


Troy, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am the Mother of two wonderful grown daughters. I have worked with several families over the years as a Caregiver and have worked with families of special needs children. I have experience working in a special needs preschool environment and early intervention as an assistant. I enjoy reading with children and can provide...
Carol can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ellen M.


Troy, NY

$15-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have worked for 3 years as a CNA working with children who are special needs and prior to that I have about 2 years of experience taking care of the elderly.
Ellen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Imani M.


Troy, NY

$16/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 22 years old. I have babysat kids for a few years now and I am great with kids. I currently work as a teaching assistant at an elementary school and nanny two Mondays and Tuesdays. Before that I was teacher assistant at two daycares, which was a wonderful experience. I have also worked at a after school programs with kids...
Imani can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Starr D.


Troy, NY

$16-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Starr I'm 26 years old. I lived upstate New York for about 15 years. I enjoy working with kids, I was a teacher, worked in 2 different schools. I'm a very out going person and love to have fun. I worked with children with special needs. I am CPR certified I have had a lot of training in my past few years. I...
Starr can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Gecaunna E.


Troy, NY

$35-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have 3 years of experience with a private nanny agency and also have experience with special needs care & Senior care. For childcare, I can help with Swimming Supervision and Arts Crafts, outdoor/indoor activities, school work etc. I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts and Associates in Science degree. For senior care I can...
Gecaunna can also help with: Specialized care, companionship, respite care, personal care

Michelle B.


Troy, NY

$16/hr • 1 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

I have many years experience caring for children or elderly. I also have experience taking care of adults with special needs and developmental disabilities. I'm First Aid and CPR certified, as well as infant CPR certified.
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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