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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Wappingers Falls, NY

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Wappingers Falls, NY

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Jacqueline L.


Wappingers Falls, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

5.0

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Jackie. I have experience with children of all ages, as well as experience caring for children with special needs and multiple children. I have worked privately for families as a nanny on and off for the last 10 years. Most recently I have been working as a school counselor, but am currently on maternity leave caring for...
Jacqueline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jackie nannied for my children (2 and 5) part time for two years. She was punctual, reliable and willing to help out with laundry, cooking, organizing and errands whenever asked. The kids love her!"

Marci P.

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Hope K.


Wappingers Falls, NY

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Hope and I have around 5 years of childcare experience for children of all ages. Ranging from 3 months to 14 yrs old. I strive in building not only a relationship with the children but the entire family. My personality can be described as creative, warm hearted and bubbly. I love to teach the children new things,...
Hope can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Hope it’s a very empathetic, patient, highly educated child care professional. She currently cares for our two young children ages five and three with a gentle nurturing disposition and confidence. I would highly recommend Hope, she is reliable, extremely kind,...

Sarah M.

I am a loving, caring, hard working person looking for a family to work along with to give aid to their loved one. I will go above and beyond to ensure my client is well taken of. I have over 10 years experience working with patients who has dementia, alzheimers, ALS, parkinsons, diabetes, bed bound and special needs. I...
Monique can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

I have an 11-year-old brother with autism who I help care for, my best friend also has a brother with autism that I work very well with so I have ton of experience on how to care for someone who is on the spectrum from being very low to very high on the spectrum nothing is a problem for me!
I have a lot of experience with children and young adults with a wide variety of disabilities especially with autism add/adhd and other physical and developmental challenges. I myself am a mother of two sons with autism the oldest would be 25 and my youngest is 14 so I bring lots of experience and compassion to the table.
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Cynthia C.


Wappingers Falls, NY

$18-35/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

I learned my training in physical Impairment, autism care, mental illness, from previous work experience over the the past 40 years. I have worked in health care, with different families that would ask for my help, knowing my experience in knowing how to take care and handle difficult situations.
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Mercedes C.


Wappingers Falls, NY

$17-22/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello there my name is mercedes and I have lots of experience with special needs patients I'm patient honest hardworking punctual and very easy to talk and positive attitude.
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Keyondrah M.


Wappingers Falls, NY

$30-40/hr2 yrs exp

Behavioral Nanny

I am aware of the challenges in hiring someone who hasn't had much experience working specifically with neurodivergent kids or kids with developmental delays. Fortunately, this is my area of expertise! For the past four years, I've been a behavioral nanny, and I'm currently learning more!
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Radames V.


Wappingers Falls, NY

$25-35/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time- Caregiving Available

Hello everyone, My name is Radames, and I hold a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Bridgeport with a double major in Psychology and Human Services
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Zayna C.


Wappingers Falls, NY

$18-40/hr3 yrs exp

Creative, Fun And Responsible Sitter!

I have 4 years of childcare experience in daycares, and worked as a behavioral therapist for children with special needs. I am also a third year college nursing student. I can meet all the needs of any children in my care while also keeping our time together fun and enjoyable. I can create a fun environment with arts and crafts,...
Zayna can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I have a special needs brother who I have cared for since he was a baby and I am the oldest of 7 children and have a child of my own so I have tons of experience working with all types of children!
Jestine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have Over 6 years of experience With Children 2 Months To 11. I Nannied For 2 Years And also was lead teacher in two day cares, I am currently a part time nanny looking for something more permanent , Also Have A Daughter With Special Needs So I'm Familiar With It. Profile Says Male I Must Have Clicked Wrong One On Accident But...
Yvette can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Christine S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience working in an elementary school as a pre-k aide, and have worked in private childcare for the past 2. Additionally I have raised 3 children of my own (one with special needs). I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Christine was absolutely wonderful with our three year old! She brought books to read and crafts to do, and took the most loving care of our child. Our often shy child took to Christine immediately, thrived in her attention and now asks regularly when Christine can...

Nirupama R.

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Joy R.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a CNA for 9 years. I was not only able to work with the elderly, but I also have experience working with special needs individuals both young and old in a nursing home and private home setting. I have experience with individuals with MS, traumatic brain injuries and adults with Cerebral Palsy. I am punctual and...
5.0
"Reliable, knowledgeable, flexible, extremely pleasant, compassionate, so helpful, an just all around skilled wonderful individual. I am a pretty big guy with MS, limited mobility, very weak, and dependent on others to meet my daily living needs. Joy enabled me to...

Pete P.

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Holly L.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My entire life has been devoted to helping people. I started out working for the school district for 12+ years working as a teaching assistant for special needs children. I then worked for a beautiful woman in her 90's, she had dementia. After that I worked many different jobs with all kinds of people with all kinds of special...
Holly can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Hired Holly to be a caregiver/companion for my 85 year old mother. She has worked for me for three days and all seems to be going well so far. Most of all she seems genuine and sincere about enjoying her time with my mother. It is a relief to know that someone is...

Alan A.

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Kaleigh H.


Newburgh, NY

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hello!

Hello! My name is Kaleigh and I have just moved to the Newburgh area from Arizona. I have about 16 years of childcare experience, from babysitting to working in the behavioral health field for special needs kiddos. Currently I hold my BLS certification, RBT license and am a CNA in the states of Arizona and New York. I am...
Kaleigh can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"She was a great big help to our family. Whenever we wanted a date night she was flexible to work with our schedule and our toddler loved playing with her. She would read books, and go on walks, she was very attentive to him and respected all our choices for our...

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Debbie B.


Newburgh, NY

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Teacher Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as upbeat, optimistic, energetic I like working with kids because every kid deserves quality care. The care a child receives will allow them succeed in their adult life. I'm looking for a job that is flexible in terms of schedule. I started working with kids when I started working with the board...
5.0
"Debbie is motivated ..she’s dedicated very respectful..is not afraid of hard work"

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Stacy D.


Newburgh, NY

$20-29/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a child care provider for over 20 years. I am married live in the town of Newburgh and have 3 adult children. I have had many children in my home while raising my own, in the past few years I have had the pleasure to be involved families in their home. My past 2 jobs have been temporary and the previous job was for 3...
Stacy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Stacy has been our nanny for over a year. For my wife and I it is and was about "fit" and how she became apart of our everyday life. She really did an awesome job seeing how we parent our two kids. We have a 3 year old active, vibrant son and a 1.5 year old girl....

Melissa R.

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Megan D.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

CNA Certified

I have been in this field for 15 years. I am a CNA. I work with the elderly, mentally ill adults/ children, and children with disabilities. I can provide excellent references. What I love most about working in this field is being able to be a part of working with someone to reach the persons full potential. I am patient, soft...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wappingers Falls, NY

Jacqueline L.

5.0

Jackie is reliable, punctual, dependable and an absolute sweetheart. I am extremely comfortable leaving my children and pets in her care. She keeps me up to date with everything going on when I'm not there-which I love! She has been a great find for our family.

- Lisa M.

Hope K.

5.0

Hope is AMAZING!!! She is wonderful with my 16 month old & he adores her! I know that he’s in good hands with her & she always goes above & beyond. She regularly sends pictures & videos throughout the day (which I really appreciate). She has done crafts with my son & has been teaching him sign...

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Christine S.

5.0

Christine was absolutely wonderful with our three year old! She brought books to read and crafts to do, and took the most loving care of our child. Our often shy child took to Christine immediately, thrived in her attention and now asks regularly when Christine can come back :-) If we ever need...

- Nirupama R.

Joy R.

5.0

Reliable, knowledgeable, flexible, extremely pleasant, compassionate, so helpful, an just all around skilled wonderful individual. I am a pretty big guy with MS, limited mobility, very weak, and dependent on others to meet my daily living needs. Joy enabled me to meet them, helped me to exercise,...

- Pete P.

Holly L.

5.0

Hired Holly to be a caregiver/companion for my 85 year old mother. She has worked for me for three days and all seems to be going well so far. Most of all she seems genuine and sincere about enjoying her time with my mother. It is a relief to know that someone is there to take her out to the mall or...

- Alan A.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Wappingers Falls, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.