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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Cranford, NJ
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 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: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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....
Rebecca G.
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!
Sheralyn R.
Cranford, NJ
$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi families! I'm an experienced, former special education teacher, with many years of experience. I've worked with all ages and abilities. I'm patient, kind, fun, and reliable. I'm available for long term work or occasional respite work.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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: Meal prep, personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, errands, dementia & 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.
5.0
(2)
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: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
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...
Care member
5.0
(1)
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:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(17)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Natalia, 28.
My past experiences included being an Au pair, where I stayed two years in the same family and was responsible for 4 kids, being age 5 months, 3, 5, 7 y. o.
I have worked for other families caring for kids new born to age 12 y. o
My full time job now is one kid I have been with her for 2 years.
Kumon...
Natalia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Nat was great with our 2 year old son! We needed someone with a lot of toddler experience to put our son to bed and Nat was awesome. She made him feel comfortable and was not deterred in anyway by his assertiveness. She had lots of tools and patience to bring him...
Care member
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, transportation, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
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: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Dee has been with us for 7 weeks while our regular aid is away. She is professional and very dependable; always attentive and willing to change with the needs of the family. Dee has a great rapport with my parents, especially my father, who suffers from lewy body...
Diana H.
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: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(1)
Hi everyone, my name is Alissa! I am attending graduate school for speech language pathology and I plan to work in pediatrics. I have 6 years of babysitting children with special needs, children going through a difficult time in their lives and those with speech delays. I have babysay ages 3 to 11 and I truly believe that being...
Alissa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly anticipates their time together. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a trustworthy babysitter."
Jonaliza C.
Amanda F.
Elizabeth, NJ
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our son really loves Amanda. She is so thoughtful, patient and kind. We have had to call Amanda on short notice more than once now and she has always been able to accommodate us and makes us feel very safe knowing that our child is in such capable hands. Amanda is...
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, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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.
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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.
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.
Natalia L.
5.0
Nat does weekend/date night sitting for us and she is wonderful. She is able to wrangle our two busy toddlers like a pro, while still being caring, nurturing, and professional. We love the piece of mind we have when Nat is watching out children and we recommend her highly!
- Care member
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