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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Elizabeth, NJ

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Elizabeth, NJ

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Josefina A.


Elizabeth, NJ

$17-25/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with people with dementia, diabetes, párkinson, back surgery, hight blood pressure, patient in hospice 95 years old, feeling, administering medications Assist my patients in the bathroom I take them to doctors appointments and I cook for them Encourage my patients to walk and continue practicing...
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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: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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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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, grocery shopping, travel, 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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Sharifa F.


Elizabeth, NJ

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Going To Kean For Teaching

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: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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.

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Tahira C.


Elizabeth, NJ

$25-50/hr20 yrs exp

I'm A An Experienced Person With Over 22 Years Working With Special Needs Individuals

I have over22 years working with special needs children and adults . I am a Aba therapist with a strong background working with children and adults with manydifferent disabilities . I am professional extremely patient , and I love to help and make a difference in families lives. I have many years of experience, extremely...
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Sharifa F.


Elizabeth, NJ

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced With Autism And Mentally Delayed

I have worked with kids that were on the spectrum and also children that need help throughout the day.
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Dayhana D.


Elizabeth, NJ

$18-26/hr1 yrs exp

I care a woman that was in whellchair, I move it with a hoyer for 4 moths. She was muscular dystrophy. I fed her, bathed her in bed and made her food.
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Eryka P.


Elizabeth, NJ

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

Your Friendly Neighborhood Caregiver

Hi! My name is Eryka and I am currently a fourth-year undergraduate student at Montclair State University. I am a vibrant, kind, loving, gentle, and patient caregiver, with more than 1 year of experiencing with patients affected by dementia. I am more than ready to be at your service.
Hi my name is Jennifer , I am 21, and am willing to work for your families. I have experience working with kids who have autism & infants as well. I have been working as a substitute as well as before babysitting my younger cousin & his friend when they didn't go to school whom both have Autism. My love for working with kids...
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Rose F.


Elizabeth, NJ

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

I am Rose. I am a caregiver with 3 year experience in providing care for child and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder. My client has improved a lot and now able to express herself use basic language skills. She also much more independent compared to when I was just starting to provide care. I always make sure that there is an...
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Kaitlyn R.


Elizabeth, NJ

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

I'm currently a part time student at Kean University training to be a teacher for special needs! Working as a babysitter/tutor! I have a 3 year experience with family members and neighbors who need babysitting or tutoring! I also own two dogs and have previously owned many pets of different species (including cats, birds,...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
My grandmother is a special needs teacher and I grew up volunteering with her. I am a very fun and outgoing person. I love to dance as well. I am 21 years old.
Gemiyah can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
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Roxana G.


Elizabeth, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time or Full Time Caregiver Available

Fluent in both English and Spanish. Communicate well with children of all ages and treat all children with kindness, patience and dignity while maintaining discipline to parent's standards. Experience working with special needs children. Certified in First Aid and Pediatric CPR. Educated and understand child development, able to...
Roxana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Susana P.


Elizabeth, NJ

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Lovely Care Woman

I'd describe my personality as respectful, kind and lovely person. I like working children and seniors because I always love to live with them. As a child I care of them as they are my family. I specially worked with seniors because when my mother was old, I realized they have special needs and I'm very serviceable to make...
Susana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia
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Dee J.


Staten Island, NY

$21-30/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver. Certified Nursing Assistant.

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

Home Health Aide

CNA

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.

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Sarah R.


Jersey City, NJ

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

CNA

I have 3 years of experience with gerontology. I have also worked in several nursing homes as an HHA and a CNA. I also work with special needs kids.
Sarah can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, home modification, mobility assistance, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Olivia M.


Bloomfield, NJ

$22-23/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello My name is Olivia. 33-year-old new mom to a beautiful 1-year-old baby girl . Very reliable and willing to always help out where and when I can. Im available for transportation to and from school or after school activities. I have 4 years of experience with transport/ nanny services including working with a special needs...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Olivia is amazing, her energy and her aura was amazing to be around .definitely a keeper"

Former Member A.

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Jessica M.


Jersey City, NJ

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Patience Is The Key

My name is Jessica I am a 23-year-old whose hair sometimes changes colors the best part? Children think I'm a mermaid or fairy! :) I'm a college student majoring in early childhood education at BMCC. My goal is to be the most goofy.. Silly caring teacher to all those little ones anxious to learn about the world. I did my...
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Jessica C.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For Full Time Work In Late Summer

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced childcare provider based near Prospect Park in Brooklyn. I grew up in a large family, and would attribute my passion for childcare to my close relationship with my younger siblings. I started babysitting for special-needs families at the age of 15, and have continued my career in childcare ever since. I have...
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"I was Jessica's martial arts instructor for nearly a decade. During that time she was a regular part of our Coaching Assistant staff. Jessica was great with working with students of all ages, but particularly shined when working with the younger students (ages...

Jose J.

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Shivanie D.


Brooklyn, NY

$30/hr3 yrs exp

Current Nursing Student - Babysitter For Hire

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Shivanie! I am currently a nursing student at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University & have previously already earned a bachelor's from Penn State University. I am a passionate, empathetic & patient young woman who I hope you will trust with your childcare. I love to be actively involved in playtime activities,...
Shivanie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Shivanie is absolutely fantastic. We hired her to babysit our 3-month-old and she was everything we could have hoped for: prompt, responsible, confidence-inspiring, capable, friendly, and even tolerant of our overly affectionate dog. We'll hire her whenever we can....

Jessica G.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elizabeth, NJ

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

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

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.

Dee J.

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 dementia. She just knows how to...

- Diana H.

Olivia M.

5.0

Olivia is amazing, her energy and her aura was amazing to be around .definitely a keeper

- Former Member A.

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Ratings for Elizabeth, NJ special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Elizabeth, NJ are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.