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

26 special needs caregivers are listed in Waterloo, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Waterloo, NY

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Terri S.


Waterloo, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

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I worked in Special Education as a tutor and teacher with emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenged children and young adults for 25 years. Today, I continue to substitute teach in schools near me. During that time, I began working with and continue today, helping the elderly and disabled in their homes. Working as a...
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Donna P.


Waterloo, NY

$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Hello I have many years working with individuals with disabilities. I have done direct care for over 25 years. I was a day program director for 12 years with people who were mentally handicapped and other disabilities. I have over 16 years of experience of work with emotional and behavioral disturbances. I am dependable, on time...
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Crystal S.


Geneva, NY

$16/hr • 3 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter, Patient Tutor , And Reliable Housekeeper

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have had about 6 years of babysitting children ranging from 1-year-olds to 9-year-olds. I also babysit my special needs cousin. Most recently , I tutored a high school freshmen in math where she and I built a genuine relationship. I recently nannied an 18-month-old for my professor who was Brazilian. I enjoyed learning about...
Crystal can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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"We hired Crystal to watch our 2 boys. Excellent response time and communication. Very easy to work with and kids had fun with her."

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Lillian C.


Geneva, NY

$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Direct Care Professional

I work with adults with disability. I assist them with their daily living. assist with laundry and cooking and administer medicine to them. I have references of needed.
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Leah P.


Stanley, NY

$16-19/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Leah and I would love to work with your child. I worked in a 12:1:1 classroom for a school year, and that's where I decided I wanted to become a lead teacher. The student I worked with was non-verbal and autistic. I learned how to use an AAC device to communicate with him, and I got a lot of training on...
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Briana H.


Newark, NY

$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have many years experience watching young children, starting when I was at the age of 11. Now, I am a certified teacher and have taught 5th grade for 9 years! I have experience working with children with special needs in both the school and babysitting atmosphere. I currently have a very active 5-year-old daughter, spirited...
Briana can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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laura R.


Auburn, NY

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Companion/sitter

I have an RN license, although I am partially retired, and there are days that I spend with my mother who has Alzheimers disease. Most of my years of nursing were in Florida, where I married (now widowed), and raised my four children, one son and 3 daughters. Most of my years have been caring for children with special needs...
laura can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jackie D.


Union Springs, NY

$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have had the pleasure to work with seniors for 15 years. I have experience with dementia and Alzheimer's and have assisted both special needs adults as well as children in a school setting. I have assisted in end of life care and given comfort through the process. It is such a blessing to help those in need.
Jackie can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care & more
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Chelsea D.


Lyons, NY

$16-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

I worked for Ontario ARC as a skills instructor and med tech, and also at Hillside Children's Center as a Youth care professional.
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Teresa J.


Romulus, NY

$16-18/hr • 3 yrs exp

My Experience

When I graduated high school in 2014 I started working at ARC of Seneca Cayuga I worked there for roughly 3 years at the adult dayhab. I worked at their summer camp that they have for children with special needs. I absolutely enjoyed this job, we were always doing activities and focusing on daily living skills as well. I left...
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Robin P.


Clyde, NY

$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Long Time Caregiver Available To Assist Part Time.

Recently moved to Wayne county from Washington state. Many years of senior care in long term care and private settings. Special interest in mental health, dementia, alzheimers, and downs syndrome.
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Renee W.


Palmyra, NY

$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver, I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. With 10 years of experience, I am skilled at caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My calm and patient demeanor creates a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive. I enjoy playing a variety of games with...
Renee can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Kennedy G.


Auburn, NY

$16/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have 6-year-old triplet sisters that were born almost three months premature. Watching them develop from the time they were in the NICU up until now is the most amazing experience in the world. Although I've never worked with someone who has special needs I have a soft spot in my heart for them. My sister suffered in the...
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Danielle R.


Auburn, NY

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Danielle and I'm a dedicated caregiver with a year of childcare experience working with foster children for a neighbor. I have a strong passion for helping children feel safe, supported, and engaged, and I find great joy in watching them grow and learn. In addition to my childcare experience, I also...
Danielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Teresa J.


Romulus, NY

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Have 4 years experience with special needs children and adults. I was a certified nursing assistant for 2 years and a med technician in an adult living center for 2 years spent a lot of time learning about dementia and at that time I started home care for children and adults and have been doing this ever sense! I truly enjoy...
Teresa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Ann H.


Manchester, NY

$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Love What I Do!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children of all ages and in large group settings as well as being a Nanny during my late teen years. I have worked with special need children and can provide community or respite through Heritage. I believe in spending time with the children I care for, in encouraging learning/reading, arts and crafts, and...
Ann can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jenna N.


Auburn, NY

$16-24/hr • 2 yrs exp

Current Mansfield University student pursuing a degree in Psychology with a concentration in School Psych (and minoring in music as well!). I work as a daycare teacher assistant when I'm here at school and as a substitute teacher/teacher's aide for my local school district when I'm back at home on my breaks, so I am...
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Renee W.


Palmyra, NY

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

I am CPR certified, a nationally certified EMT, and I have been a medic in the Air National Guard for the past six years. I was a CNA that worked with dementia patients, patients on hospice, and patients with behavioral issues from 2016 to 2019. Most recently I have worked as an ER tech while pursuing my prerequisites to be able...
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Megan B.


Clifton Springs, NY

$14-25/hr

Patient Mature Young Woman Ready To Help!

I'd describe my personality as caring patient mature I like caring for seniors because they have lived a long life and are full experience and should not have to sacrifice there basic needs of living just because they are older everyone deserves basic human rights I'm looking for a job that allows me to help someone in need...
Megan can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, home modification, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Monica A.


Palmyra, NY

$22-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have several years of experience working with adults with IDD. I am currently an Employment Specialist and I provide supports to individuals to help them obtain and/or maintain employment. I have been providing Employment Services for about 2 years between a couple different agencies. I also have experience as a DSP (Direct...

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