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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Chatham, NJ

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Chatham, NJ

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Theo T.


Cranford, NJ

$27/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

EXPERIENCED Nanny available for weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday). I'm not looking for a steady weekend job, just an "as needed" job. Mature, responsible, nurturing, flexible, creative and reliable! I have worked with children from 3 months to 16 years old. About me: I am a mom to one daughter whom I've raised on my own...
Theo can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Theo has been working for our family as a nanny to our one year old son for the past year. She is dependable, caring, and trustworthy. She has really bonded with our son, and I feel completely comfortable with him in her care. I would highly recommend Theo for...

Julia F.

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Eric R.


Basking Ridge, NJ

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

20 years experience in France and Switzerland in handicap facilities, nursing homes, home health care agencies...
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Karema B.


Newark, NJ

$15/hr10 yrs exp

A Special Need /Care Giver Assistant, And A CHHA...

Hello, My name is Karema, I'm 42 years old. I have over 10 years of experiences doing companion/care-giving and assisting with special need cases. I cared for family, and non -family members who has special needs requirements. My daughter is 10, and she has ADHD, and a learning disability, In addition to that I'm also CPR/BLS...
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Tiffany W.


Plainfield, NJ

$15-35/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Speical Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over 8 years of experience working with special needs clients ranging from children as well as adults. I am skilled in working with varied handicapping conditions. I have the ability to deal with any difficult situation with consideration as well as care. It is very important to me that all my clients feel special and needs are...
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Malka S.


Union, NJ

$22-30/hr9 yrs exp

Attentive Loving And Joyful Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi parents! I am an enthusiastic & attentive caretaker with 9 years of experience working with children ages 0-12, and people with special needs ages 5-22. I have experience in roles such as live-in nanny, substitute teacher, babysitter, daycare assistant, special needs aid, camp counselor, housekeeper and more. I have CPR and...
Malka can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

4.0
"Malka took care of our baby boy during the day while we worked from home for 3 months, from the time he was 7 months old until 10 months old. She was very personable and nice to be around in our home. At first our boy was clingy and upset to be left with someone...

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Nashaly M.


Parsippany, NJ

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Behavioral Therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology and interested in babysitting/nannying part time. I love working with kids and have worked at a daycare for almost 2 years and another for about a year now. My mother is also a teacher who has taught me a lot on how to care for a child. I have a 3-year-old brother who...
Nashaly can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time ."

Hitesh M.

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Gabriela D.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with all children ages and experience with boys and girls. I worked as a caregiver for five years in a kindergarten/daycare with newborns and kids up to 6 years old, including children with special needs. I consider myself a very motivated person, independent, communicative, organized, honest, open minded,...
Gabriela can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I don't have anything to complain about her. I really recommend Gabby to any family, she is punctual, flexible (always there when I needed some help with my baby), lovely and mature. She took care of my 7 months old baby for a few weekends and I really appreciate...

Paula P.

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Dana R.


Fanwood, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Caring CHHA And Certified Senior Care Provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have extensive experience as a (Vaccinated) Senior Companion Caregiver and a CHHA provider. My approach is to care for each person with respect, kindness and understanding - everyone has a past, present and future. My goal is to provide comfort, safety, companionship, and good health for your loved one. I have worked with many...
Dana can also help with: Dementia, personal care, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I hired Dana to help out with giving my mom a bath. Dana has been great with the care of my mom. She is a very friendly & caring person. My mom is 86 years old and a diabetic. My mom is very comfortable with her. She enjoys her company and after her bath they have...

Richard F.

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Aileen B.


Newark, NJ

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello Parents! My name is Aileen and I'm a 27 years old college student. I have years of experience with infants and toddlers (including premature/ children with special needs) I love spending time outside, going on walks, zoo, museums, arts and crafts! I have references from my previous families and experience with first time...
Aileen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Aileen is an excellent caregiver! We have a 3 and 1 year old boy and she immediately connected with both. She follows our instructions diligently and is great with engaging toddlers. We highly recommend her and would hire her again!"

Sarah H.

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Surayyah M.


Orange, NJ

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there . My name is Surayyah and I am a 2018 graduate of Bloomfield College. My major was Sociology/Criminal Justice. I have experience with all ages as well as the special needs population. I can provide great references, I have my own transportation, and I am also CPR certified. I have no problems running errands if...
Surayyah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Surayyah was a tremendous help to our family, always willing to pitch in wherever we needed - shuttling our 3 kids to after-school activities, walking the dog, helping with homework, making the kids' dinner and more. She is reliable, shows initiative and the kids...

Sarah K.

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Dana J.


Union, NJ

$30/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Dana. I am a very detail-oriented, artistic, responsible and fun person. Although I solely enjoy both performing arts and visual arts with children, I've grown to love sports as well. My childcare experience began 14 years ago, at age 14. I started off caring for my younger siblings until they were old enough...
Dana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Dana is so nurturing and patient! Our girls love her. I love how she was willing to have fun and be silly with and encourage our girls to step out of their comfort zone. Our home was always spotless when we came back and the kids were always to bed on time! She...

France J.

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Kathleen K.


Clark, NJ

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a college graduate and I have worked with a variety of children with special needs. I am honest and trustworthy. I love all kinds of children.
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Blanca V.


Cedar Knolls, NJ

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Available Care Giver For Elderly And Special Needs Children

I have worked for Bayada nurses, also for loving care which are facilities that provide care for elderly, special needs, and hospice patients.
Blanca can also help with: Hospice services, errands, transportation, meal prep, live-in home care, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Michelle M.


Madison, NJ

$45-50/hr8 yrs exp

Reliable Nanny Looking For Flexible Hours (Summer Employment)

I have a bachelors degree from West Virginia University in Child Development and Family Studies. My concentration was Early Childhood Education and Preschool Special Needs. I have a masters degree in PreK-4th Grade Education from University in Pittsburgh, PA. I have been working with a wide range of students from special needs,...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I am a very experience caregiver/ aid that work in the school community for kids special needs children by helping them with their daily needs and activities.
Melissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

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Laura F.


Roseland, NJ

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a stay at home mom for the past 17 years. Before becoming a mom I was a nanny for 8 years. I have years of experience with children of all ages and truly enjoy caring for kids! I have numerous years caring for children with autism & other special needs. Fully vaccinated
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Samantha M. I am a current college student in Morris county. Throughout my high school education, I was a babysitter and I worked as an after school teacher for the Morris School District! I am a trained care giver and adore working with children! I have experience working with children with special needs and...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Ashley S.


Cranford, NJ

$18-28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter!

Hi! My name is Ashley and I live in Nutley, NJ. I have 14 years of childcare experience, including babysitting for families, working at preschools/daycares, working with special needs children (specifically ASD). I have experience with infants, toddler's, elementary school, teenagers, twins, and multiple siblings. I am currently...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Ashley S.


Cranford, NJ

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter Available!! Anytime!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Ashley and I am 27. I live in Nutley, NJ and have been babysitting ever since I was 14. I absolutely adore children and I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I have experience with ages ranging from infants to young teens, and have also babysat for twins. I also have experience with special needs children and...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Rita N.


Clark, NJ

$21-47/hr7 yrs exp

Compassion Care

Hi! My name is Rita, and I am a compassionate caregiver with over seven years of experience providing exceptional care to the elderly and individuals with special needs. I am dedicated to offering excellent service, holding certifications as a Home Health Aide, in CPR, First Aid, AED, and as a Direct Support Professional. I...
Rita can also help with: Errands, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chatham, NJ

Theo T.

5.0

Theo is patient and kind and genuinely loves working with babies and children. She is communicative and always accessible and very dependable. She is engaged in the community and prides herself on a fun active and nurturing environment for the kids she cares for. She is resourceful and goes to a...

- Rebecca G.

Malka S.

4.0

Malka took care of our baby boy during the day while we worked from home for 3 months, from the time he was 7 months old until 10 months old. She was very personable and nice to be around in our home. At first our boy was clingy and upset to be left with someone new, but by the end of her time with...

- Care member

Nashaly M.

5.0

Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time .

- Hitesh M.

Gabriela D.

5.0

I don't have anything to complain about her. I really recommend Gabby to any family, she is punctual, flexible (always there when I needed some help with my baby), lovely and mature. She took care of my 7 months old baby for a few weekends and I really appreciate her work.

- Paula P.

Dana R.

5.0

Dana has been assisting my mom since 2014 and is still employed with us as recently as 11/2020. We are so happy we found a caregiver that mom is comfortable with. Mom is now 96 and has gone through many changes but Dana has been with us all the way. She is a skilled professional and any family would...

- Karen M.

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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.