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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Valatie, NY
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Valatie, NY
Karin T.
Valatie, NY
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
RN Available Full-time With Extensive Experience With Geriatric/special Needs Populations
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
RN with 25 years of direct care experience now working in home care. I've worked with dementia/Alzheimer's patients as well as the MR/DD population. I'm happy to do hygiene care, PT, household chores, food shopping, and med appointments, as well.
Karin can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I hired Karin to assist with caring for my parents. One has Alzheimer's and the other Parkinson's Disease. She worked with us for a couple years until their conditions required 24hour care. She was absolutely fantastic with both! Always punctual, extremely...
Carolyn S.
I'd describe my personality as caring loving goal oriented
I like working with kids because I find it fulfilling. I love watching them grow and continue to learn and reach all their milestones
As a school counselor and a father of two it is my goal to work with the whole child. watching them become educated but as well as...
Kelly D.
Valatie, NY
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Care Assistant For Children, Special Needs, And Elderly
I have been in the health care field for 20+ years. The last 4 years I have been a home health aide caring for the elderly ranging from end of life care (hospice), to people with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, Dementia, and people just aging and needing help with hygiene, cooking, cleaning, and appointments/outings. Prior to...
Kelly can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel, Swimming Supervision and day to day care . I taught gymnastics at Flach gymnastics academy. I worked with children ages 1-16. I taught special needs classes on Saturday's as well as private lessons. I am a very positive outgoing lover of life. I can't wait to meet you and...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"To say my three daughters love Madison is an Understatement, they absolutely adore her. When she is coming to babysit they act as if a best friend is coming for a play date. Her high energy and attention to safety and care makes for an excellent child care giver....
Bonnie C.
Arianna J.
Ghent, NY
$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of a 5-year-old and I am CPR/AED certified. I have experience with children with special needs as well. I'm crafty, willing to help with homework, play sports or fun games, you name it. I'm the fun babysitter and would love to help you.
Arianna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Arianna J.
Ghent, NY
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I worked with Aim Services Inc for 3 years with their self direction program. I helped people with mobility issues, wanting to learn social skills and independence, and so much more. I love working with kids as I am a mom myself but I also have experience working with young adults and seniors. Most of my experience is with...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Tanika Y from Albany, Ny
I am 37 yrs young and absolutely love caring for children! I'm fun loving.. energetic.. self driven and absolutely enjoy being a caregiver. I'm looking ro make some extra money. So I thought why not try doing what I love most of all. I have 15+ years of experience in childcare. Currently I have my CDA...
Tanika can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Tanika to take care of my 15 year old girl, 12 yr old boy & 2 yr old baby girl & she’s absolutely amazing. She was hired as an employee but we parted as family due to the great care she provides. All of my & my children’s needs were always met. She has...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Professional Nanny Seeking Opportunity! With 7 years of experience, I am confident in my ability to provide exceptional care for your little ones. I offer flexibility in terms of location, either coming to your home or hosting at mine.
If you're looking for just a fill in please reach out!
Melissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Melissa is amazing with our 10-month-old! She not only makes us feel comfortable leaving him while we're at work she is also on top of things in our home. She truly goes above and beyond. So lucky to have found her!"
Ashley F.
5.0
(2)
I have 10 years of experience. I have special needs background, and practice gentle parenting! Please message me with any and all questions! I'm very peaceful and passionate, and I love developing friendships with families.
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Compassionate and patient. Has babysat my daughter multiple times and she always gets picked up with a smile on her face, asking when she is going back. Her son is well behaved and a great friend/ play mate for my daughter while she is getting babysat. Rachel...
Kristen E.
Cynthia T.
Albany, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
20+ years being a care giver to my parents, my child with special needs, and patients. I've been parenting for 31 years. I love fur babies/ pets and am open to them being in the home at time of care.
I have lots of experience in the medical field.
I am very patient, open minded, honest, empathetic and always looking for ways to...
Cynthia can also help with: Personal care, respite care
5.0
"Cynthia was selected after reviewing over 90 resumes.
She is a dedicated caregiver and forward thinker. Within a week she has motivated my elderly Mother to want to use a tablet and communicate by Facebook, email...
My Mother thinks she is great and enjoys...
Matthew F.
5.0
(4)
Hello my name is Mary. I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old off and on. I'm certified in CNA, HHA, and I'm a teacher's assistant for special needs. I have 8 years experience in dementia and 10 in special needs.
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mary has done wonderful with our girls, they really listen to her well. My older 2 love having her daughters here to play as well."
Jaclyne M.
5.0
(1)
Hello guys ! My name is Janay and I consider taking care of children as a lifestyle rather than a job because I love them so much. I have 8 years of experience inside and outside of family , including special needs children. I am currently enrolled in school to become a teacher , as I study early childhood education and child...
Janay can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Loves kids with a passion. Very respectful and reliable."
Eric A.
5.0
(2)
I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I highly recommend Crystal as a senior caregiver. She took care of my 90 yr Father for over a year until his recent passing. She was professional, knowledgeable, very caring, extremely organized and attentive. She got along well with the other caregivers and had...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in the human service field sense I was 18 and prior to that growing up my family always worked in that field also grew up helping take care of my grandfather who had a sever brain injury and behaviors. This field comes natural to me and something I am compassionate about. I also have a 6-year-old who's disabled and...
5.0
(2)
I worked as a direct support professional for almost 12 years, and I stayed in the field so long because of how rewarding it can be. While employed at a former agency, I received an employee award for fulfilling the lifelong dream of one of my individuals. At the last agency I was employed at, I received employee of the month...
5.0
"Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age daughter with special needs who requires prompts and...
Ilze E.
Many years experience volunteering with the Oley Foundation, caring for elderly, children and special needs.
Guiliana can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care & more
Nastassia R.
Albany, NY
$16-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I work very well with kids and have the patience. I have experience with special needs and I enjoy it!
Nastassia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am retired from teaching special needs children. I have experience with stroke patients. I'm very dependable.
Karen can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Brooke S.
Albany, NY
$14-19/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi there! A little about me- I have worked as a live in nanny in Seattle for 2 years, but relocated back home at the beginning of COVID. I currently work as a behavioral specialist for children with special needs and love every minute of it. When I'm not at work, I like to spend my time with my dogs or with my family!
Brooke can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Valatie, NY
Karin T.
5.0
I hired Karin to assist with caring for my parents. One has Alzheimer's and the other Parkinson's Disease. She worked with us for a couple years until their conditions required 24hour care. She was absolutely fantastic with both! Always punctual, extremely organized, gentle yet firm when the...
- Carolyn S.
Madison F.
5.0
To say my three daughters love Madison is an Understatement, they absolutely adore her. When she is coming to babysit they act as if a best friend is coming for a play date. Her high energy and attention to safety and care makes for an excellent child care giver. She has watched my kids from the age...
- Bonnie C.
Tanika Y.
5.0
I hired Tanika to take care of my 15 year old girl, 12 yr old boy & 2 yr old baby girl & she’s absolutely amazing. She was hired as an employee but we parted as family due to the great care she provides. All of my & my children’s needs were always met. She has great communication, monitoring &...
- Care member
Melissa Y.
5.0
Melissa is amazing with our 10-month-old! She not only makes us feel comfortable leaving him while we're at work she is also on top of things in our home. She truly goes above and beyond. So lucky to have found her!
- Ashley F.
Rachel S.
5.0
Rachel has always been great! Lots of updates throughout the day and my son loves her. Couldn't be happier!
- Anne H.
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