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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Elmwood Park, NJ
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Elmwood Park, NJ
Victoria K.
Elmwood Park, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was trained to be an ABA therapist to children with autism. I'm familiar with ASL. I'm comfortable using communication devices.
I've worked with children for over 20 years now. Helping parents navigate this thing called parenthood brings me great joy!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I hope you will consider me as your next babysitter. You will be choosing a fun, happy, energetic one when you pick me. I have worked with kids for the past 10 years. I have worked in sleepaway and day camps and children's parties. I currently work with children where the main goal of my job is to keep them safe and...
5.0
"Very kind, helpful, and timely "
Care member
I started working with special needs children as a young teenager. It started when I began working for a 17-year-old girl with an extremely rare condition called Phelan-McDermid Syndrome, which causes autism. The girl cannot speak and she needs assistance with just about everything she does. To most people, working with a...
Chisom S.
Elmwood Park, NJ
$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I am a 22-year-old dedicated, experienced, and nurturing nanny with a background in special needs care. Proven ability to develop strong relationships with children and provide support that promotes growth and independence.
I have a 12 years experience in taking care of people with mental disabilities. I love to help others help themselves, I also love doing activities and recreation with them.
. I've worked in a school setting for over 15 years with special needs children and young adults creating a safe fun and healthy environment in which to learn and grow I love crafts and school projects I was born here but speak Spanish read and write love baking and cooking light housekeeping and pets!!
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Kayla D.
Elmwood Park, NJ
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Kayla and I love children! I grew up always taking care of my younger cousins and I've been babysitting since I was in high school. I have over 8 years of experience with kids of all ages, as well as kids with special needs. I'm CPR certified, and intend on going back to school for child development. I can cook...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hello families
I am Juliana, a professional educator with 8 years of experience taking care of children and women with special needs, what makes me different is the love I have for the service of others. Contact me for more information
Juliana can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, transportation, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
5.0
(1)
I have 3+ years of child care experience. I am totally willing to help with errands and light housework.
I have special needs care experience, including being a teacher's aide in a special needs classroom.
Excited to hear from you! :)
Tara can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!"
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
babysitting since I was 12 years old and enjoy caring for others and helping out. I am certified in CPR and have worked with special needs children and helping them develop throughout the years,
Alicia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was very kind and my kids loved her. They would always want her to watch them even when i'll be at home watching them! Highly recommend and she's very good with kids. I'll always rely on her to watch them again!"
Becky R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
ALL AGES. Decades experience in management for family crisis and trauma, DV/SA, physical & emotional disabilities. Previous youth minister and owner special needs childcare. Foster Parent and Foreign Student Family Host. Certified in CPR, First Aid, Advanced Medical, Nutrition, PDD, Autism Spectrum.
*Animal allergy, so please...
Robyne can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Robyne was so sweet with our son. He is 14 months old and she watched him while we were in town for a family wedding. This was my first time leaving my son with a stranger, so I was a little nervous but everything went great. I would recommend Robyne for those...
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I experience babysitting, cooking, cleaning, driving various types of automobiles, working in schools and more. I enjoy all crafts and games, indoor and outdoor. I am working towards my Masters in Education for grades 7 to 12 in Special Needs. I like to be clean, have fun, and help out! I am also flexible with hours and pay. I...
Alivia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Alivia was awesome! She handled our crazy school pickup system beautifully and took care of my boys at our home after school until I arrived from work. We are looking forward to her coming back again soon!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sandra. I have the certification on Home Health Aide. I have Adult CPR and First Aide. Many years ago I worked in Florida with young people with different special needs, as well as with the elderly with different medical conditions. Due to circumstances beyond my control, I had to move to New Jersey where I...
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"It was the luckiest day of all our lives when Sandra B. came into it to take care of my sister twice a week. She is a blessing in so many ways. She can do anything. She cleans, she cooks, shops, helps with the laundry, takes her to the doctor and sees that she can...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Gladys from Bogota NJ. I am 57 years old. I have a caregiver experience of over 6 years . I am a certified Home Health Aide. I have also trained as a special needs education teacher for over 10 years.
My goal is to provide care and support to the seniors and children with special needs.
I have worked in nursing...
Gladys can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Gladys is reliable and easy to communicate with. She took great care of my grandma! Thank you Gladys!"
Julie C.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I worked for the YMCA in Tarrytown as a camp counselor for ages 4-16. I worked at G. Day Camp as a floating counselor for boys and girls ages 6-12. This included aiding a special needs preteen. I am comfortable with newborns, toddlers, and older children. In addition I am an avid animal lover. My miniature dachshund Suzie is 16...
Ariel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ariel is an extremely reliable and attentive care provider. She has a lot of energy, is very attune to the needs of the children she is watching and makes sure to provide a safe, fun environment. I would definitely hire Ariel in the future! "
Rachael S.
4.0
(1)
I have been babysitting children for over 15 years. I have babysat for all ages including multiple children at the same time for families. Previously, I worked taking care of adults with special needs and children with special needs. I used to work at an adult daycare and worked as a camp counselor for 4 summers. Previously, I...
Lucia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
4.0
"I interviewed Lucia and found her to be very professional. She had a well prepared resume listing her excellent experiences. Unfortunately her school schedule did not coincide with our childcare needs."
Emily A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kirsten, I am 22 years old and have 9+ years of experience working with children. I've worked with children ages 0-13! I have experience with special needs children including working with feeding tubes. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I have a clean driving record and would love the opportunity to work with...
Kirsten can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kirsten has taken care of my 5 year old daughter numerous times over the past 3 years. My daughter adores Kirsten, and I feel confident in my daughter’s well being and safety while in Kirsten’s care."
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
*COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*Hi there! I am a qualified caregiver with 18 years of experience. I am available nights M-F 6/6:30pm-6am)or weekend F-Su overnight(F 6/6:30pm-Su 4/5pm) I am highly experienced in senior care (Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's) rehab, stroke, senior special...
Tracey can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, respite care
5.0
"Tracey took care of my grandmother. I highly recommend hiring her. She is very caring, dependable, always on time."
Carla H.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Ana. I'm a caregiver with more than a 15 years of experience in geriatric and child care as well.
As myself experience has grown, with a special needs daughter and my mom who is 97 years old, I have become an expert who can recognize when my patients require special atención with any rough times like it could...
Ana can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
4.0
(1)
Hello! my name is Gianna I am 30 years old from Wayne NJ I am currently a school counselor. I am good with pick ups drop offs, meal prep, games, homework help, light housekeeping etc. I have 10 years of experience working with kids. I am also CPR certified and have much experience working with children who have special needs....
Gianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"We interviewed Gianna and thought she was great. She has great experience, and really cares about the children for whom she cares."
Seth B.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elmwood Park, NJ
Valeria M.
5.0
Very kind, helpful, and timely
- Care member
Tara P.
5.0
Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!
- Care member
Alicia M.
5.0
She was very kind and my kids loved her. They would always want her to watch them even when i'll be at home watching them! Highly recommend and she's very good with kids. I'll always rely on her to watch them again!
- Becky R.
Robyne M.
5.0
She’s very sweet. My boys enjoyed playing w her.
- Care member
Alivia A.
5.0
Alivia was awesome! She handled our crazy school pickup system beautifully and took care of my boys at our home after school until I arrived from work. We are looking forward to her coming back again soon!
- Care member
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