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Judith S.

Special Needs Nanny

Albany, NY

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
4 years experience
I am experienced in providing care of children with special needs such as autism, cerebral palsy, and ADHD. I am knowledgeable of the communication, learning, and physical needs of the special needs populations.
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Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
respite care
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...

Matthew F. says "Cynthia was selected after reviewing over 90 resumes. She is a dedicated caregiver and forward thinker. Within a week she has motivated my elderly...

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Special Education Teacher

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a special education teacher for 3 years in a school setting. I have a dual degree from The College of Saint Rose in Childhood and Special Education, a Masters Degree in Literacy from SUNY Albany and I am currently halfway through another Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism from The Sage Colleges. I...

Lindsey A. says "My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and...

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Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
respite care
personal care
Hi, I'm reliable, patient, respectful, responsible & very hard working person. I've have worked in the medical field for more than 10 years now. Helping & Taking care of the elderly patients with dementia, Alzheimer or disability have always been my passion. Helping them with their activities of daily living ( bathing or...

Care Member says "She is amazing. Very kind and compassionate "

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Special Needs

Albany, NY

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I'm patient and able to over come difficult situations. I love to help people to make the world a better place
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Help With Special Needs Individuals

Albany, NY

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$16/hr
I have been working with an 14 yr old boy with autism for past Two school years. I'm there to supervise/ assist with getting dressed, breakfast, teeth brushing and getting on bus safely in timely fashion. In afternoon getting off bus, providing snack and taking him to after school events when needed.
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Special Needs Provider

Albany, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
In addition to my experience as an infant teacher, I have worked with people with developmental and physical disabilities for a long time. I have CPR/first aid certified and I am willing to learn anything I need to for a specific situation.
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Albany, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
Hello, I'm Nashanti. I've been in the healthcare field for about 5 years now, majority of that time spent working with people with physical and mental disabilities such as autism, dementia, tbi etc. 2 of those years were spent working specifically with special need kids and 1 year working with dementia and Alzheimer's. I've...
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Albany, NY

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Errands
home modification
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as passionate, out going, and determined. When I care for someone. I treat them how I would want to be treated. I am a hard working person that goes above and beyond. I like caring for seniors because we all may need help one day. I care for people. I am a people person doesn't matter the age. I...
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Albany, NY

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$18/hr
4 years experience
For three years, I worked at a preschool with kids who have special needs. During the school day, I worked closely with them to keep them safe, feed them, navigate conflict, and behavior management. I also have experience caring for a teenage boy with autism. I am comfortable working with any child birth-teenager.
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Albany, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
I have worked with special needs children and adults on and off for 5 years or so. I am a preschool teacher and work with children with special needs on a regular basis. I am also involved in the Best Buddies Program with this wonderful young adult. I love doing this and find it a lot of fun. I love to be able to help experience...
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Albany, NY

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$22/hr
1 year experience
I am 4th year medical student with varied experience as it ranges working as a personal assistant, summer school instructor, and service learner with individuals of differing special needs.
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Albany, NY

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$16/hr
I have worked with several individuals with special needs. These needs ranged from young children with learning disabilities all the way to seniors with physical and mental disabilities. I am also in a master's program and have experience in education. I have a passion for taking care of others, learning from them, and working...
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Albany, NY

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I worked at Living Resources in their Day Programs in both a direct care and administrative role from 2016 until 2019. I worked in their after school program from 2019 to 2021 as a lead instructor for their Colonie High School location
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Albany, NY

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hi my name is samiyah. I have a daughter that is 1-year-old. I specialize in working with all age disabled individuals with all disabilities. I work for the center of disabilities and I am a Direct Service Professional. My heart is with making sure every person no matter what disability is treated like an actual human being. I...
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Albany, NY

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I have 6+ years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I have experience with people ages 8-30. I know basic sign language and have experience with assistive technology. I currently work with St. Catherine's Center for Children where I assist Guilderland High School Special Education students with pre...
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Albany, NY

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$20/hr
I taught life skills, study skills, reading, math, and language arts to children 5-15 yrs old in a self-contained and/or resource room setting for 10+ years. I created strategies to meet the needs of students with academic and physical challenges. Currently, I work with children in the public and private sector everyday because...
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Part Time Caregiver

Albany, NY

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$20/hr
I loved working with students with disabilities. I have most of my professional experience working in a self contained classroom of students with neurodiverstiy, including mostly Autism and other developmental and physical disabilities. I enjoy therapeutic teaching, including getting to know a students' interests and desires,...
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Part-time Caregiver

Albany, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I graduated from Marist in 2019 with a master's degree in school psychology and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I am currently in my fourth year as a school psychologist and am working at an elementary school with students in grades K-5 in upstate New York. I also have 7 years of experience working as an applied behavior...
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Albany, NY

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$16/hr
7 years experience
3 years of working directly with older adults/children with Intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Since 2013, I have worked in various capacities at both the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities as well as the New York State Justice Center. Currently going to graduate school to receive my Masters in Public...
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  • 60 special needs adult care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.68/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs adult care is 5.0

Recent special needs adult care reviews from local parents in Albany, NY

Special Needs Adult Care in Albany, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs adult care

Cynthia T.

Cynthia was selected after reviewing over 90 resumes. She is a dedicated caregiver and forward thinker. Within a week she has motivated...

- Matthew F.

Marisa W.

My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with...

- Lindsey A.

Mariama C.

She is amazing. Very kind and compassionate

- Care member

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