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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Chatham, NJ

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Chatham, NJ

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Elizabeth L.


Chatham, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver/Registered Nurse

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Hi, I'm a registered nurse with over 15 years experience working with children aged 6 weeks-6 years of age in both a school and private home environment, including children on the autism spectrum/cognitive and sensory as well as other medical needs. Personally, I enjoy travel, reading, and music. I'm active, and believe in...
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Elizabeth L.


Chatham, NJ

$28-36/hr10 yrs exp

Short Term Infant Nurse/Child Care Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm a registered nurse with over 15 years of experience working with children 6 weeks to 5 years of age, including specialized infant, twins and children with special needs in both a day care center environment and as a professional nanny. I'm proficient with feeding schedules/transitioning to solid foods, and sleep training...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Katie S.


Chatham, NJ

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Friendly, Reliable Sitter, With Unique Experience

Hi, my name is Katie, and I recently graduated from Fairleigh Dickinson University, with a BA in Hospitality Management. Former supervisors have mentioned that I am enthusiastic, punctual, and easygoing. I have experience working with a classroom of 30 elementary school kids, in Chatham, the best school district in New Jersey....
Katie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance

Sarah M.


Chatham, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Experienced Help

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of childcare and household management experience. I am looking to lend an extra set of hands during daytime hours while the children I usually care for are in school/camp. I have a specialized background in caring for children with special needs and am currently enrolled at Rutgers for Psychology. I have...

Sarah M.


Chatham, NJ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Enthusiastic And Supportive Caretaker Looking To Help.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Need help with your little ones or around the house? My schedule is flexible during the day Mon-Fri. for Summer and beyond. I have over 10 years of childcare and household management experience. I am looking to lend an extra set of hands during daytime hours while the children I usually care for are in school/camp. I have a...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"So glad to have found Sarah through Care.com!"

Linda L.

Ayesha D.


Chatham, NJ

$26-27/hr7 yrs exp

The Best Sitter Ever

I am a middle school science teacher, former full time nanny. I have over 7 years paid experience, am CPR certified, have special needs experience, and have experienced and an newborn care specialist
Ayesha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Ahnia B.


South Orange, NJ

$22-23/hr4 yrs exp

Young Experienced Nanny

Hello, my name is Ahnia and I am a fun and loving nanny who is looking for a long term job in the NYC/North NJ area. I have experience working at a daycare, as well as 4 years experience nannying/au pairing. (I have also worked with twins so I can multitask I am very dedicated to making sure the children I care for are safe...
Ahnia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ahnia is super proactive and reliable and our little one loved his time with her. When needed, we still work with her and would have her back in our home. I appreciate her communication, art skills!, and attentiveness to our little one the most."

Gabrielle S.

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Rondene Y.


Plainfield, NJ

$28/hr6 yrs exp

CHHA, Senior Caregiver

As a mother, a daughter and a granddaughter, I know the importance of having a reliable, trustworthy caregiver. From the experience with my own children I have crafted a nurturing personality. I have experience working with people of all ages and minimal experience with special needs. I welcome the opportunity to cater to you...
Rondene can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Rondene is a committed, kind, smart, fantastic woman. I worked with her while caring for my mother after a knee replacement that was more complicated than planned. The level of care, initiative, genuine concern, professionalism and love that Rondene shared with our...

Kris M.

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Tais A.


Hillside, NJ

$24-25/hr5 yrs exp

+3000 Hours Of Childcare Reliable Driver Excellent Swimmer English, Spanish, Portuguese Speaker

Hello families, I'm Tais and I'm 26yo, I'm a very polite person, and responsible. I love kids and I'm energetic to play with them. For me, patience is the key when you handle with kids, be kind and interactive too. Currently, I've been babysitting full time a 4yo boy and a newborn baby, I've been with the same family for 2 years...
Tais can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tais helped us for one weekend. She did a very good job to take care of my active 3-year-old girl. She is proficient in childcare and operated independently with minimal instructions."

Yaping W.

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Dahlia E.


Union, NJ

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

I Am Loving Caring And Dependable.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I been working with seniors for over 8 years now specializing Alzheimer or Dementia and etc. I am licensed CNA and CHHA. I take care of seniors in assisted living. I am currently holding a DDD license as Individual Contractor working with DDD in the State of New Jersey.
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Nichakorn F.


Parsippany, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Your Child Is My Child

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, How are you? My name is Nicha from Thailand, I live in Parsippany. I'm a stay at home mom who is looking for a part time babysit job during weekdays as my 14years old son goes to school. My special needs son is a gifted&honor student at school. He is a pianist who performed at Canergie Hall at age 6, and also the...
Nichakorn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She's awesome with babies! Love her. Would have kept her longer if wouldn't have to leave Jersey. I will definitely recommend her. She's great and was a pleasure to work with! "

Nandini S.

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Natasha E.


Basking Ridge, NJ

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Fluent in ASL, great with all ages. Have worked with infants as young as 2 weeks old. As well as children and infants with medical and special needs. CPR certification, currently working in a hospital as a technician. Have a huge knowledge of...
Natasha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Natasha is amazing! Very punctual, professional and friendly. My 1year old loved to play with her!"

Patricia N.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Lily and I'm a college student at Salisbury University. I'm looking for a job where I can help and take care of somewhere. I want to build a relationship and not just work for you because it's my job. I'm very outgoing and can help with anything. I am also very organized and love to go out and hang out.
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Taiyanna N.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Passionate, Patient,will Go Above And Beyond !

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

When it comes to children I enjoy the fact that you have a chance to teach them and they teach you as well! Seeing the world through a child's eyes is an experience like no other. I am a student looking for work while in school studying to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Below are some of my strongest skills -Patient...
Taiyanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Overall, Taiyanna was/is an amazing Babysitter. She did a great job taking care of our 1 year old and 5 year old while I was working. She was punctual, dependable, respectful and engaged the kids which gave us peace of mind. I strongly recommend her to anyone who...

Sharon P.

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Chloe D.


Morristown, NJ

$23/hr2 yrs exp

Chloe D. I babysat three kids for the past two summers part-time, when I started the youngest was 6 months old! I had so much fun with them, but I just returned back to school at Lehigh University! I have a lot of experience with both children and animals from working at summer camps, to helping in the special needs classrooms...
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Katie N.


Summit, NJ

$30-50/hr5 yrs exp

Teacher/Caregiver For Students With Special Needs

Hello! My name is Katie. I'm a 32-year-old female living and working in New York City. For the past year, I was working at an after-school arts program. Currently I tutor children with special needs in one-to-one settings while I am finishing my masters. I would like to be a teacher/caregiver since I enjoy working with children...
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Katie N.


Summit, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher/Caregiver For Children With Special Needs

Hello! My name is Katie. I'm a 30-year-old female living and working in Brooklyn. For the past year, I was working at an after-school arts program. Currently I tutor children with special needs in one-to-one settings while I am finishing my masters. I would like to be a teacher/caregiver since I enjoy working with children in a...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Michelle R.


Dunellen, NJ

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Encourages Laughter

My motto is there is always something to smile and laugh about. I have worked with many types of people while working on an ambulance for the last 10 years. I have been trained in emergency medical situations and continue my education through courses yearly. I feel that working with people in any aspect comes down to one thing,...
5.0
"Michelle is extremely reliable, friendly and honest! She would be an asset to any family, she's wonderful with children to the elderly, and everyone in between!! She's an outstanding EMT, with years of experience. Michelle would be an asset to whom ever hires her."

Brigid F.

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Megan C.


Morristown, NJ

$15-30/hr9 yrs exp

Musician, music-therapist/part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a full-time music therapist and musician interested in providing child care services and/or adapted music lessons. I have extensive experience in child care and have worked with children and adults of all ages and diagnoses. I am a reliable, responsible, and patient individual full of compassion and creativity. I am open to...
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Tatyana L.


Summit, NJ

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Loving Atmosphere

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Tatyana. I am 24 years old. I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, crafts, Swimming Supervision, homework, and creating a loving and healthy environment for your children while you are away. I am comfortable and happy to care for children of all ages and those who may have special...
Tatyana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chatham, NJ

Sarah M.

5.0

So glad to have found Sarah through Care.com!

- Linda L.

Ahnia B.

5.0

Ahnia is a proactive nanny. She was great with communication, being on time and really just caring for our little one. She set up playdates and there was always new art work up in the house. Highly recommend!

- Care member

Rondene Y.

5.0

Rondene is a committed, kind, smart, fantastic woman. I worked with her while caring for my mother after a knee replacement that was more complicated than planned. The level of care, initiative, genuine concern, professionalism and love that Rondene shared with our family was unparalleled. Not only...

- Kris M.

Tais A.

5.0

Tais helped us for one weekend. She did a very good job to take care of my active 3-year-old girl. She is proficient in childcare and operated independently with minimal instructions.

- Yaping W.

Nichakorn F.

5.0

She's awesome with babies! Love her. Would have kept her longer if wouldn't have to leave Jersey. I will definitely recommend her. She's great and was a pleasure to work with!

- Nandini S.

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Ratings for Chatham, NJ special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Chatham, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.