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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Wappingers Falls, NY

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Wappingers Falls, NY

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Lucero M.


Newburgh, NY

$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

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My experience as a babysitter and housekeeper started when I was 6 years old. My mom was a full time baby sitter of multiple kids and I was always helping her. She was also a housekeeper. She would take me with her and assign me tasks. As I grew up, she continued to take me and to teach me. When I was in High School, one of my...
Lucero can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
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Kris P.


Beacon, NY

$30-35/hr • 8 yrs exp

J am CPR certified was volunteer EMT for many years. L.P.N. Available Weekends Only Experienced In Getiatrics And Pediatrics.
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Emma E.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Brown Student Looking For Summer Babysitting!

Hi! I'm Emma and I'm recent grad from Brown, home for the summer in Hopewell Junction. I started as a babysitter and mother's helper in my early teens and have worked in childcare ever since: nannying for my neighbors, working as a paraprofessional for high schoolers with special needs, leading camping trips for younger...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Tracey P.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi Families! I'm Tracey a 22-year-old college graduate. I just graduated in may WooHoo! Majored in Biology and Psychology! Over the years I've had experience in many different fields ranging from working with mentality disabled children to also becoming a certified CNA! I worked at a nursing home for the summer then went on and...
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Jamie S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

I've been a nanny longterm with a couple families and also short term for families on vacation while I lived in Hawaii for 10 years. I've nannied for all different ages and demographics- foster children to celebrities children. I also have experience with special needs children.
Jamie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Taneekqua M.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

CNA And DSP

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mom of 4. I currently have my CNA, I have experience with longterm and rehabilitation. I am a Direct support professional and work with individuals with developmental disabilities. I have been in this field for over 10 years. I love what I do.
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Katherine H.


Fishkill, NY

$25/hr • 2 yrs exp

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I have been caring for people with special needs and the Elderly community for a few years now. I love the joy it brings me.
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Mariea S.


Fishkill, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have experience with children that have been diagnosed Special Needs, Autism. I am a certified Teachers Assistant. I also have previous work experience with Elder care Alzheimer's, Dementia & blindness. I am Comfortable around non-aggressive dogs, and cats. I am willing to do day shift & return (or stay) for up to 3-4...
Mariea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Erica T.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$16-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Elder Care Part Time or Per Diem!!!

I am currently a Nurse. I have experience in all areas of the medical world from pediatrics, to geriatrics. I have experience with special needs as well.
Erica can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, hospice services, visiting nurse, dementia
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Yania F.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have been doing my job for over 5 years now and I'm in love I love helping people I'm very social outgoing and on the love I love what I do and hopefully you pick me yo care for you !!
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Carlos M.


Newburgh, NY

$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver And Teacher

A caregiver who excels in providing the utmost quality care to various individuals. Extensive experience in management/supervision, first-aid, people with special needs, customer service, and food preparation. A 7th - 12th Spanish Teacher in the Wallkill School District.
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Lea L.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$19-24/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have great experience in taking care and watching over kids. My cousins would ask me to baby sit for their kids while they are away. Furthermore, I have also worked with children with special needs as a Physical Therapist back when I was in the Philippines!
Lea can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Leila C.


Newburgh, NY

$22-28/hr • 8 yrs exp

I have 7 years experience working with special education children. I have taken many child development courses and received a certificate of completion specially for special education.
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Cassidy D.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Cassidy, and I have 7 plus years of experience working with children. I am a very energetic, fun, loving, nurturing, patient, and understanding person/babysitter. I am also willing to do whatever you ask me to do! Children make ME happy, and I accept all! I do have experience with children who have special...
Cassidy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Isabel B.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

In 10th grade, I started working at SNACK, an afterschool and weekend activity center for kids and teens with ASD and other mental disabilities. We had different classes ranging from soccer and basketball to music and yoga. I also worked as a full-time nanny for a 2-year-old girl with mental and physical disabilities. I learned...
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Desirae B.


Newburgh, NY

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have years of experience as a babysitter, live in, travel and occasional nanny, and special needs assistant. Including experience caring for newborn twins. I have worked with families to provide extended hours on special occasions, and am willing to travel to care for children on family trips. I am CPR trained and certified,...
Desirae can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Susan K.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$16-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Susie and I am looking to babysit during the semester. In the past, I have had many jobs working with children, special needs children and babysitting experience. I am able to cook, clean, supervise, and even make arts and crafts with the kids! I hope to find a lovely family to provide the best care to when...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lea L.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$19-24/hr • 2 yrs exp

Physical Therapist

As a Physical Therapist, I have immense knowledge and experience in working with people with disabilities.
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Teresa S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Nurses Assistant

Hi my name is Teresa I've been an CNA for 20 plus years, I've worked with all types of clients, dementia, combative, u name it I've done it, I can do insulin, cook, clean, run errands, take to doctors appointments, are just go for a walk... as long as it doesn't hurt the client we can enjoy each other.... I love what I do I'm...
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Melissa J.


Newburgh, NY

$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am very loving and caring ! I have been doing this for over 10 years ! I treat everyone as if you are my family ! You have to live what you do!

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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 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.