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120 special needs caregivers are listed in Buffalo, NY
The average rate is $16/hr as of July 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Buffalo, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents! My name is Jessica. I have several years experince working with children who have disabilities. I have worked with kids with autism, ADHD, ADD, etc. I love doing fun activities with kids like arts & crafts, swimming, coloring, playing games, playing outside, watching movies(Disney is my favorite!), etc. I can also...
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Taylor. I have been working with kids for awhile now. I was a lifeguard for 3 years, and I have worked with all different kinds of kids. I am also a certified behavior technician, which means a behavioral technician provides mental health services to patients who struggle with a variety of behavioral problems,...
5.0
(1)
Greetings! I would be so happy to help your family with care for your special angel. I have over a decade of experience working with children who have various abilities, specifically Autism. I am a kind, caring, intelligent lady who has raised two of my own children and would like the opportunity to ease your days, at times. I...
5.0
"Organized, smart, funny teacher who really has helped our 3rd grader get on a successful path over the last few months. She has really helped our child so much with organization skills and better time management, as well as strengthening reading, writing, and...
Kim M.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ally, I am 23 years old and during the school year I am a special education I have experience working with children of all ages and abilities in various jobs. Besides teaching, I work for County Department of Parks and Recreation helping to run some of their adaptive programs, which are designed for children...
Kristin B.
Buffalo, NY
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience in a wide range of areas. Please contact me with any questions !!! Ive worked with children and adults who have have a range of disabilities from dementia, parkinsons, Tbi patients as well as behavior issues. Ive worker with children and the elderly .
Charles G.
Buffalo, NY
$35-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
I've Worked With The Mentally Disabled For 5years And Also Worked For People Inc.
5.0
(1)
I work with the mentally disabled and have years of experience that I can provide! I've worked with all ages from youth to senior citizens! Also dealt with handling medication for my clients! I'm a very out going person and love what I do so if you want someone to care for your family member with top care, I'm your guy!
5.0
"Charles is a great caregiver. He took good care of my mother before she passed away and she grew to love him very much. He was always on time and tended to her needs and never had any issues or complaints. He is awesome!!! I would recommend Charles to any family...
Elizabeth D.
Sydney R.
Buffalo, NY
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experienced with my disabled grandfather and have volunteered with special needs children with Down syndrome
Hannah D.
Buffalo, NY
$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
Future Occupational Therapist Student Awaiting OT Program Start Date Next Fall.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Good evening! My name is Hannah, and I worked as an ABA therapist for about 4 years during my undergraduate education. I quit only to focus on a few more classes I needed for graduate school. Now that I have finished my classes and been accepted into OT school, I am looking for a temporary position to fill my time until next...
Michele T.
Buffalo, NY
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My parents are in their late 80's so I am well versed with the patience and love it takes to let the elderly feel that they still matter and help them to feel they are still somewhat independent. I would love to help you with your parents, I know the burden as I too am in the same situation with my parents.
5.0
"Truly outstanding women, was fantastic with my three year old daughter. Punctual, creative, fun, respectful.
Highly recommend!!"
Maxwell W.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 15 plus years caring for people with many different medical issues. I have experience helping families with having care givers in the home with medication knowledge, setting up interviews, making sure all shifts are covered, payroll, doctor appts., meal prep, transportation, teaching care givers how to transfer safely. I...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with over 40 years of caring for well, ill and special needs children form birth to age 21 years.
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Patti has been wonderful to work with & we are truly grateful for her being part of our village! She was dependable, caring, and felt like an extension of our family during the time we worked with her. Our daughter took to her very well and enjoyed spending time...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Justice and I'm a recent graduate at the University of Arizona, studying Community Education. I have over six years of babysitting and nannying experience with children of all ages, as well as special needs. I'm outgoing, fun, organized, caring, and flexible with my time. I love doing fun activities with children...
Justice can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Genine M.
Buffalo, NY
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have experience as a Pre School Teacher as well as some experience working with special needs children in OT/PT. I have substituted in the public school system with children grades PK-10. I am also a mother of 3 grown children so I have loads of experience with babies and beyond. In August I will be leaving my current position...
Genine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Genine has been our nanny since our son was 4 months old. She cooks, cleans, organizes, does carpool. During the pandemic she taught preschool for our son and he is now reading and doing second grade math at age 4 1/2. I seriously can’t say enough good things about...
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Jennifer C.
Buffalo, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a very nurturing motherly person, who loves to be engaging with kids of all ages. I love art, dance, books, yoga, mindfulness, & sign language! I am looking for work in the areas of child care and/or yoga, since I am a certified yoga instructor for adults & kids, as well as a nanny.
I am a Stay At Home Mom to a 2-year-old....
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Jenn! She is so great with my 2.5 year old and 16 month old. They always have such a fun time way her house. She is a very nurturing, loving and patient caretaker. Highly recommend her!"
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Katie C.
Buffalo, NY
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I began babysitting when I was 13, starting with helping out family members, then moving on to help family friends. I have now worked with special needs children in a professional setting for over 10 years, and absolutely love it! I have experience with children and young adults with behavioral challenges, high medical...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have a 5 year old and a 3 year old who has a speech delay. Katie is great with both of them and adjusts her approach for each child. I'm really grateful that she has so much experience with kids with a variety of needs and abilities! She engages them both and I...
Stephanie Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Calla, I am currently pursuing my masters in Nutrition & Dietetics at Buffalo State College.
My past experience as a child care provider includes nannying for a special needs child for over a year and a half. I currently nanny for two families. One with 2 school aged children and one with 2 toddlers. I am...
Calla can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Calla is a phenomenal babysitter. She is dependable in every way and is able to adapt to constantly changing circumstances with ease. She cares for my 2 children (meals, driving, homework,...) and does everything exceptionally well."
Nilam Y.
Loleta L.
Buffalo, NY
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Loleta I would be glad to meet you an your family. I am a mother of 4, who are all now grow up. I was also a respit foster mother of children in need, I've care for Special needs children as well, I am also a caregiver, I am CPR certified and medication tech certified. I am great with companion care. I love...
Loleta can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Loleta worked for my family about 2 months. She was very good with my son since the first day they met. She was friendly, punctual, and dependable. I would hire her again.
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Leonie S.
3.0
(1)
I am passionate about caring for and filling children's lives with joy!
I have 11 years of experience as a caretaker for infants, toddlers and children. I have also cared for children with special needs and dietary restrictions. I also have experience in house sitting and pet sitting.
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
3.0
"Katherine seems to be a capable caregiver but is unfortunately unreliable. After hiring her for Saturday help, a medical issue came up and she quit. Understandable, things happen. Then I offered her just a 2-hr weekly personal assistant job and after one day she...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi!
I have been taking care of children ever since I was old enough to take the American Red Cross Babysitting class and become a Certified Babysitter.
Now that I'm an adult, I still love taking care of children. They are so much fun to help to learn and I love watching them grow and develop.
I spent 1 year interning with...
Taysha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"As someone who is constantly working it's a pleasure to know my kids are not only safe with Taysha but are learning and developing great habits! My kids come back to me better than I left them! Would definitely recommend!!!"
Dave V.
I have worked with high schools with special needs, including physical and mental disorders.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Buffalo, NY
Jennifer C.
5.0
Organized, smart, funny teacher who really has helped our 3rd grader get on a successful path over the last few months. She has really helped our child so much with organization skills and better time management, as well as strengthening reading, writing, and math skills. Very grateful for her.
- Kim M.
Charles G.
5.0
Charles is a great caregiver. He took good care of my mother before she passed away and she grew to love him very much. He was always on time and tended to her needs and never had any issues or complaints. He is awesome!!! I would recommend Charles to any family in need of a caregiver.
- Elizabeth D.
Michele T.
5.0
Truly outstanding women, was fantastic with my three year old daughter. Punctual, creative, fun, respectful.
Highly recommend!!
- Maxwell W.
Patricia S.
5.0
Patti has been wonderful to work with & we are truly grateful for her being part of our village! She was dependable, caring, and felt like an extension of our family during the time we worked with her. Our daughter took to her very well and enjoyed spending time learning and playing with Patti. We...
- Care member
Genine M.
5.0
Genine has been our nanny since our son was 4 months old. She cooks, cleans, organizes, does carpool. During the pandemic she taught preschool for our son and he is now reading and doing second grade math at age 4 1/2. I seriously can’t say enough good things about her. We will be devastated when...
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Ratings for Buffalo, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Buffalo, NY are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 120 listed special needs caregivers.