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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Cranford, NJ
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Cranford, NJ
Theo T.
Cranford, NJ
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Theo is incredibly trustworthy & reliable. Her loving & nurturing ways make her an amazing nanny! She is always attentive to & patient with our children. We highly recommend her. "
Tara M.
Hi! My name is Ashley and I love children. I have two years of experience working with special needs children and adolescents. Please feel free to reach out to me at anytime!
1.0
(1)
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
1.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kate, I am an NJ native looking to connect with local families in the area. I have 1 year of experience with paid childcare, and am looking to expand my experience with longer hours. I have personal experience with special needs children and understand the importance of finding a caregiver that will...
Kathleen can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
3.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Short:
I am going to school to become a teacher for k-3 and special needs. I am open to any and all activities. I have babysat ages 6 months to 11 years.
Minimum of 5 hours for one time jobs s& 20 hours for reoccurring.
Long:
-As a babysitter, I have assisted in homework, cleaning and entertaining children. I can and will...
Sharifa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and birthdays, she's someone we can always count on...
Steven C.
5.0
(3)
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, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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...
Karen M.
Warren N.
East Orange, NJ
$17-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I have experience working with individuals with specials needs as a residential counselor and Direct support Professional. I worked with the youth and elderly, helping them do daily tasks and giving medication. I also have experience working as an event coordinator and office assistant so I'm great at multitasking. My...
Warren can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, transportation, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again."
James T.
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate Special Needs Caregiver. CNA
Hello! My name is Dee and I am a dedicated and compassionate special needs caregiver w/ 6 plus years of experience in this field. I bring a wealth of knowledge and a genuine passion for helping clients live fulfilling lives.
Adults and children with physical, intellectual, and...
Dee can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Dee was a caregiver for my sister in an assisted living facility. I was extremely pleased with the services she provided and with her characteristics as a caregiver. Above all, Dee is a professional. My sister is a very difficult person to care for. She has a...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an experienced babysitter, I love kids and I enjoy spending time with them. I am also a therapy coach at Brain Balance Achievement Center and I have years of experience working with kids with special needs and behavior issues. I work in ABA as well and have experience working with kids on the spectrum and ADHD. I'm very...
Zorel can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Our 2.5 years old boy has had a great time with Zorel! She's very patient with him and really good at being educational and caring at the same time. Definitely would recommend her"
Steven W.
Amanda F.
Elizabeth, NJ
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, 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."
Care member
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Lily D.
Berkeley Heights, NJ
$15-25/hr
5.0
(1)
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.
Tais A.
Hillside, NJ
$24-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
+3000 Hours Of Childcare Reliable Driver Excellent Swimmer English, Spanish, Portuguese Speaker
5.0
(3)
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:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance
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.
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(3)
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. Through my years of service I have acquired a great deal of experience and outstanding references. In the past, I...
Violeta can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
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.
5.0
(2)
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.
Julie P.
Newark, NJ
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently working at a school with students that have Autism. I currently work with 10 years old students, but I have experience with ages younger and older as well. I am working towards my teaching license here in NJ. I have previous experience from working with adults with disabilities. I love caring for and supporting...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cranford, 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.
Sharifa F.
5.0
We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and birthdays, she's someone we can always count on regularly , we recommend her highly!
- Steven C.
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.
Warren N.
5.0
Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again.
- James T.
Surayyah M.
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 love her.
- Sarah K.
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