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Find special needs caregivers in Edison, NJ that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Edison, NJ

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Edison, NJ

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Heather Z.


Edison, NJ

$15-50/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Babysitter/Home Therapist ABA

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experience working with children and adults with special needs, as well as elderly. Life coach/ABA background Currently working as a support coordinator seeking a side job. Hours flexible
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Kelly P.


Edison, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Nanny

For the past four years I've worked for a family with two kids. The son had varies condition he has social needs including behaviors and g tube feedings. He also needed help with his daily routine. I did meal preparation for him on a daily basic also feed him. Gave him his meds and took care of him on a daily basic and all his...
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Allyx M.


Edison, NJ

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! I have 2 years of experience with working with children with special needs/developmental delays through being a Registered Behavioral Technician. I have most experience with kids diagnosed with autism aged from 3-10, but I am comfortable with any age! I would be able to help with daily living skills, activities, and other...
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Sharon P.


Edison, NJ

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

A Caregiver Should Be Courteous, Reliable, Trustworthy and Respectful.

I have four years experience working with special needs children. Passionate would not be the word to describe my love and dedication for what I do. Simple fact that I am given a great responsibility to ensure the well being of special needs children.
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Vanesa R.


Edison, NJ

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitting With A Caring, Patient And Loving Heart.

Hi everyone! My name is Vanesa, I have five years of experience with working with children. I currently work in a school as an instructional assistant, with special need children. My strengths as a babysitter are that I am responsible, patient and have strong communication skills. I can help with light housekeeping, crafts and...
Vanesa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

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Heather Z.


Edison, NJ

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently teacher aide at a Learning Center (special need stage school) Also provide child care services at a Center with kids who are receiving therapy Have babysat off this website for the past 7 years off and on majority of experience with special needs and multiple disabilities from mild-profound disabilities Familiar with...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Melissa J.


Edison, NJ

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

A Disney Channel Diva

5.0

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Caring for these individuals is like having an on-growing family. Each client you meet becomes part of you and your family without even noticing!

Heidi S.


Edison, NJ

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

I am a special education teacher. I have been employed in public schools for the last 15 years. I'm looking for part time work during the summer time. I am available for ABA therapy or Nanny services
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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
"She is an excellent caregiver. Very caring and trustworthy. During the years while she was taking care of my limited mobility father she provided the best care. Always exceeding our expectations and stepping out of her personal life to put the needs and necessities...

Daniel R.

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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
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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Cathi A.


Parlin, NJ

$38/hr10 yrs exp

I have extensive experience in the child care field, providing a loving, caring, and nurturing environment for children of all ages, from infants through early teens. Adaptable to special needs children and their care. I'm also a pet lover.
Cathi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Kathy was great. During the interview, she played games with my son and was very interactive. I don't even think my son realized she was teaching him things like his numbers and colors, etc. My son really took to her quickly!"

Staci L.

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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: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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.

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Monica S.


Rahway, NJ

$15-18/hr3 yrs exp

Reliable & Fun Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Monica! I have 3+ years of experience with children of all ages. I have a big family so I've been babysitting since I was about 13 years old. Outside of family, I started babysitting for pay when I was in high school, mostly summertime. I have a little experience with children who have special needs. In the past year and...
Monica can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

4.0
"Monica was friendly and one time; she kept in communication with me her entire shift which i loved she even got my son to take a nap on her first day :)"

Kendra M.

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Katie B.


Old Bridge, NJ

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in the DDD and mental health fields for over 10 years. I have been a job coach to all kinds of different people, including autistic, TBI patients, and mentally challenged.
5.0
"She is very patient and understands the population."

Robin J.

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Manjit K.


Old Bridge, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Baby Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dependable Honest Reliable baby sitter and senior care enjoy working with children do activity prepare snack dinner help with home work do activity ready for bed experience with special needs children CMA, CPR, CHHA, CNA love working with children & adult now I'm available over night and mornings I never had covid19 and I'm...
Manjit can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"I was in dire need of a babysitter and Manjit came in highly recommended! I decided to try her out and I'm glad i did. My 3 y/o son loves her!"

Afua F.

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Santina G.


Old Bridge, NJ

$20-60/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Santina I'm A 25 Year Old 911 Dispatcher Eager And Ready To Help You And Your Family

hello there! I am a outgoing cautious and loyal person who genuinely enjoys lending a helping hand, I enjoy working with all ages, I've worked with children my whole life as well as taken care of my elderly grandparents and doing home health aid care for multiple senior citizens across middlesex county. my availability is very...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Extremely caring and attentive, a pleasure and gave me peace of mind"

Kelly L.

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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: Errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

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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Amanda R.


Perth Amboy, NJ

$22/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I live in Newark, NJ and I am a creative, compassionate, and positive person with about three and a half years experience in child care. I have experience working with multiple families! I have worked with newborns, toddlers, special needs, as well as helped with meal prep and animal care. I also don't smoke and have my...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Amanda was an amazing Nanny and addition to our family for two years. When I first hired her, I thought I was just getting essentially a babysitter but my two kids (10 months and 3 years old ) got a second mother when I couldn't be around. I can never express...

Holly P.

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Camelia M.


Woodbridge, NJ

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Patient And Caring With Good Communication Skills

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities and physically abused at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French nonprofit organization "L'École de clown" where I was...
5.0
"Camelia was hired as a nanny to take care of my baby about one year of age for nine months. Camelia is very caring and have great interactions with my daughter. My daughter enjoyed play time with Camelia and looked forward for when Camelia arrives. Camelia is also...

Michelle M.

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Toniann P.


Old Bridge, NJ

$22-26/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Toniann, but prefer to be called Toni! I've been actively babysitting since 15 years old and I am also a swim coach for special needs athletes. My most recent experience was as a Nanny for a now 1-year-old child. I began working with this family when she was about 6/7 months old doing everything from bottle feedings,...
Toniann can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Toniann is a very attentive baby sitter for my 11 month old son Bradley! She listens to instructions and handles all of the babies needs with ease! Love to have her over to baby sit more!"

CJ P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Edison, NJ

Violeta P.

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 appointments and on daily errands using our...

- Lisa Z.

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.

Cathi A.

5.0

As a single parent, I couldn't have raised such a great son without her. She was always there to support both my son and me. She has great values and I trusted every decision she made when my son was in her care. He is now 23 and both he and I still keep in touch with Cathi and see her...

- Heidi C.

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.

Monica S.

4.0

Monica was friendly and one time; she kept in communication with me her entire shift which i loved she even got my son to take a nap on her first day :)

- Kendra M.

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