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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Clark, NJ

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Clark, NJ

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Kathleen K.


Clark, NJ

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

5.0

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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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Julia F.


Clark, NJ

$23/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hi! I am a graduate of Rowan University with a degree in Psychology. I am currently a student at Seton Hall getting my master's degree in School Counseling. I have extensive experience with special needs. I have worked at a camp for individuals with behaviors, as well a cognitive disabilities. I am currently a High School...
I've been working with special needs for 4 years! I am a one on one paraprofessional for a cerbal palsy 11-year-old girl! She doesn't talk and use an acc device to communicate. I also work at first Children services school. we have all different disabilities and I'm very experienced in every child.
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Katelyn D.


Clark, NJ

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

I'm a positive and energetic 23-year-old sister and daughter. Throughout college, I worked in a daycare center and an extended school year program for children with different abilities because I love working with kids. More recently, I nannied for two beautiful twin girls! Now that I graduation, I'm looking to earn little extra...
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Magdalena P.


Clark, NJ

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I'm a compassionate, reliable, and creative recent graduate from Columbia University's Occupational Therapy program. I look forward to applying the skills I've gained from my education to provide quality care and support for your loved ones. I also have former experience with providing supervision at a residential facility for...
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Jessica H.


Clark, NJ

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

I have babysat for a 4-year-old and 2-year-old for over two years along with a family of a 3-year-old with special needs and a 1-year-old. I have been a preschool teacher for about a year now as well. I love kids and enjoy taking care of them. I have a dependable vehicle and am willing to run errands, drive kids to school, etc....
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kayla K.


Clark, NJ

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hi my name is Kayla. I'm an energetic, creative, reliable, honest, team player and positive college student holding my Associates in Science who loves working with kids and strives to some day in the future be a public school teacher. I'm also flexible with my hours and am CPR as well as First Aid certified. I am currently...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Julia F.


Clark, NJ

$22-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a graduate of Rowan University with a degree in Psychology. I am currently a student at Seton Hall getting my master's in School Counseling. I have extensive experience working with individuals of all ages! I have cared for children ranging in age from 6 weeks and up. I worked as a head counselor for a recreational camp...
Julia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

Hello my name is Samanta but you can call me Sam. I started at 14 with tutoring and baby sitting as a side hustle growing up. I have helped with the child care of my friends and family. Especially children with special needs, I have a little brother who has autism and experiences seizers. Also I have a 3-year-old nephew with...
Samanta can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with kids I was a teacher at Montessori school I drive, I help with the homework I cook I help around the house. I also have experience with special needs
Josefina can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"Josephina went above and beyond working for my family as a housekeeper. She was an overall life saver for me. She has excellent communication skills, was able to communicate via text quickly and pivot to run errands and make meals for my children! She even added...

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Jacqueline L.


Piscataway, NJ

$18-37/hr10 yrs exp

Caring For Elderly

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

CHAA certified, more than 20 years experience with caring for senior citizens living with diseases such as dementia, Alzheimer, special needs, and disabilities, and hospice.
Jacqueline can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Jackie exceeded our expectations on every level. She was with us for a year. She was skilled, professional and taught us a lot. She understood the best way to approach my husband's care. She kept the mood in the house upbeat and positive. She kept him active and...

Barbara Y.

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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, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"We are so lucky to have found Rondene! She genuinely cares for her patients and it shows. She is able to assist the patient with everything from showering to eating, has him do his exercises to get stronger and is able to manage his medications. She goes above and...

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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Tai is a great nanny! She’s been with our now 2yr old since he was 6mo. She’s patient with him, takes him out for walks and library visits, and does a great job playing with him. She promotes his learning through play and lots of reading. He loves her. "

Kate B.

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Amanda F.


Elizabeth, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of experience working with typical, gifted, and special needs children in education. I also have experience in privatized babysitting. I am trained in ABA/VB and Orton-Gillingham. I am highly skilled at teaching academic, social, language, motor, and foundation skills. I address challenging behavior,...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"One of the most loving people I’ve ever met. Amanda has cared for both my children since they were infants. She is the only person I trust with my kids."

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Karema B.


Newark, NJ

$10-15/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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Cierrah W.


Dunellen, NJ

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient Caregiver Who Love Kids

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Cierrah, and I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over five years of experience in child care. I have a genuine love for children and enjoy helping them grow, learn, and explore the world around them. I have experience with children from newborn to 14 years old, including those with special needs....
Cierrah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Cierrah babysat for my two children during spring break. She was great with both of them, whether she was caring for the newborn or playing with the 4 year old. I trust Cierrah and would highly recommend her as a caring babysitter. "

Dip R.

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Deborah S.


Newark, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part/Full-Time Babysitter

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have been a mother and godmother for over 20 years. I have worked with children at 2 different child care centers both located in Newark, NJ for over 20 years. I have worked with newborns, infants, toddlers, and preschool. My duties have included changing diapers, preparation of meals, toilet training, cleaning up and...
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Deborah took fantastic care of our 9 month old daughter -- punctual, professional and caring. All with a good sense of humor. I would highly recommend her to anyone."

Kimberly W.

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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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Violeta P.


Carteret, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide/Caregiver

My name is Violeta. I am a certified home health aide. I have always enjoyed working with the elderly people. I have great respect for their wisdom and really listen to their needs and concerns. Thus, I was assisting seniors as a live-in/live-out aide for over 20 years. I have worked in NYC, Westport, CT and New Jersey. Through...
Violeta can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Violeta was employed by our family 2015-2017. During that time she cared for our invalid mother who was wheelchair bound. Violeta's duties included all mom's physical care, meal preparation, laundry and light house work. She drove my mother to doctor...

Lisa Z.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Clark, NJ

Josefina A.

5.0

Josephina went above and beyond working for my family as a housekeeper. She was an overall life saver for me. She has excellent communication skills, was able to communicate via text quickly and pivot to run errands and make meals for my children! She even added excellent organizational skills...

- Care member

Jacqueline L.

5.0

My father in law absolutely loved having her around when we were not home! She helped him with anything he needed and even helped him with his physical therapy! I am very grateful for her and I would definitely hire her again!

- Lauren W.

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.

Taiyanna N.

5.0

Tai is a great nanny! She’s been with our now 2yr old since he was 6mo. She’s patient with him, takes him out for walks and library visits, and does a great job playing with him. She promotes his learning through play and lots of reading. He loves her.

- Kate B.

Amanda F.

5.0

Amanda is an angel in disguise! My children look forward to playing with and being cared for by her. She is passionate about children and attends to their needs specifically and thoroughly. I'm so happy we found her!

- Care member

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