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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Fanwood, NJ

The average posted rate is $30/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Fanwood, NJ

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Ashley S.


Cranford, NJ

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter Available!! Anytime!

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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

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Josbeth J.


Hillside, NJ

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have over 10 years professional experience in working with children from newborns to school age youth in variety of settings. (school, home, hospital, court.. etc) I'm dedicated, enthusiastic, warm-hearted, reliable and overall a positive person. I have a valid and clean driver license. I am also fully vaccinated. Currently, I...
Josbeth can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Nicole C.


Roselle, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Educator With A Big Heart!

Hello, my name is Nicole. I have been a babysitter for over 20 years, mostly caring for children ages 1-12+. If need be, I will most certainly care for pets as well. I am First Aid/CPR/AED certified, and I have experience with children with special needs as I have been a middle school educator for the past 8 years in the NYC/NJ...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Damaris H.


Metuchen, NJ

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

Hello! I am 21 years old, I am currently an assistant teacher for infants and toddlers. My care goal is to become a neonatal nurse :). I enjoy working with children. I have taken care of children from all age ranges and I have worked with children who have special needs.
Damaris can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
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Mary Ann P.


Avenel, NJ

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time All Around Caregiver / Babysitter / Special Needs Caretaker / Companion

I am the mother of a 25-year-old son who has Asperger's. I spent the better part of 20+ years taking my son to specialists, therapies, and social skills groups to help integrate him into society. In May 2017 I graduated with an Associates Degree in Liberal Arts with a concentration in Social Services. I also am currently...
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Erin P.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$25-50/hr

Special Education Teacher

20 years in the field. Taught for the UCESC in Westfield NJ as well as providing early intervention. Great references. Ability to care for challenging children with patience and love.
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Lydia S.


Westfield, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I am a 2nd and 3rd grade special education teacher. I am a fully certified NJ teacher. I also have an Orton Gillingham reading certificate. I have also worked in a demanding job position (special education setting), where kids are sent out of district due to their functioning levels and their aggressive behaviors. I have a...
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Denean M.


Iselin, NJ

$25-32/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider / Nanny

I am a experienced loving childcare provider, and mother having 20 years of experience, not including raising my own two children (now 23 and 25 years old). Caring for and teaching children has always been my passion. I treat every child as if they were my own. I have worked as a nanny for multiple families, staying with each...
Denean can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi! My name is Brittany and I am looking for a summer job! I am available from mid June through the end of August (with the exception of vacation from June 22th to July 16th). I currently work in an elementary school, and am in grad school for ABA. I have 10 years of experience working as a babysitter, where I have worked with...
Brittany can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Ryan H.


Roselle, NJ

$15/hr

Special Needs Provider

I am a recently graduated Early Childhood/Special Education major. I have worked with students with Autism, Downs Syndrome, Multiple Disabilities, Physical Disabilities, and behavioral needs.
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Julia F.


Clark, NJ

$23/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hi! I am a graduate of Rowan University with a degree in Psychology. I am currently a student at Seton Hall getting my master's degree in School Counseling. I have extensive experience with special needs. I have worked at a camp for individuals with behaviors, as well a cognitive disabilities. I am currently a High School...
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Maria S.


Florham Park, NJ

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Alexandra, Occupational Therapist In The Making

Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has experience caring for children, from toddlers to teenagers. With me, your loved one will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum supervision is required....
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Aneefa W.


Union, NJ

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Aneefa!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Aneefa, a 27-year-old first generation American. I have studied Psychology and Sociology at NJCU; while acquiring a year of chef experience. I have over 7 years of experience in child care, including new born care, special needs care, and I am aiming towards gaining more knowledge and experience. When we...
Aneefa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Gabriella M.


Piscataway, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny- Littleton Area

Hi families! I'm currently looking for part-time babysitting jobs- open to one time occasions or reoccurring jobs! A little about myself: I'm 30 years old with a background in Early Childhood & Special Education. I'm a former teacher but currently work remotely in educational sales. My most recent teaching job was as an...
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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: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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

I have worked with kids diagnosed with ADHD. I have learned how to treat them and all the needs and attention special kids required. I am very patient and I just find fascinating the way you can help kids to have fun and productive live when we provide them with the tools that help them enjoy life and all the experiences that...
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Aubrie B.


New Providence, NJ

$26-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I've been professionally babysitting for 10+ years now, but before babysitting became my career I've helped many family friends with their children - that's how it all started. Now I love being a professional nanny. I'm loving, caring, independent, responsible and loyal. I give 100% dedication to the family I work for....
Aubrie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Shauna Lee B.


Hillside, NJ

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working in facilities that has unit specialized in all category of special needs I am a very patient, loving, reliable, fun, and well experience person I take my job very serious and will treat every person that come into my care with respect and dignity.
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Sela W.


Metuchen, NJ

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Sela

Hi! My name is Sela and I am a soon to be college graduate with a degree in Communication Science (speech therapy sciences). I have babysat, worked at schools and daycares, and I also have experience working with children who have special needs. I am looking for a job for over the summer (May 19-Aug 15) working as a full time...
Sela can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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