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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hackensack, NJ

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in Hackensack, NJ

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Ariel S.


Hackensack, NJ

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Career

4.5

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Ariel was amazing. She started the week my father died and it life was in chaos. She Helped take care of my daughter and 2 dogs. She jumped right in and was able to handle my daughters busy activity schedule. She did errand and little things around the...

Rebecca N.

Hello parents. My name is Nagihan. I am 24 years old. I am an energetic, punctual, reliable, loving and communicative nanny! Besides learning fast and being proactive. I am also a teacher. I graduated from Istanbul Medipol University in 2020. My major is Child development department. I worked for a rehabilitation center for 2...
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Noor P.


Hackensack, NJ

$18-22/hr2 yrs exp

Hi, I have worked at a geriatric psych facility and a mental illness clinic. I have also worked with many kids while tutoring them that were autistic or had ADHD/ADD. I'm a fun and loving girl that loves to make others feel welcomed and happy. Helping and caring for individuals is something I'm always looking forward to. :)
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Mayowa K.


Hackensack, NJ

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

I have been been licensed and working as a CNA and HHA since 2016. I am currently an OTA student and am CPR and BLS certified.
I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
I worked with children that had different disabilities at the hospital and summer camp. I helped with bathing them, feeding them and doing different activities with them. They are very loving and caring.
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Jovana G.


Hackensack, NJ

$18-33/hr1 yrs exp

Care Assistance

Hi my name is Jovan, I'm a very responsible and easy going person with a great attitude very trustworthy and always willing to help and work hard.
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Tiffany A.


Hackensack, NJ

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

A Great Companion!

I have over 4 years of experience as a direct support professional, caring for a woman in her 30's who had developmental delays. I've assisted her in bathing/dressing, preparing meals, appointments and self care (nails, etc.). I've also worked as a substitute teacher and have experienced working with students in self contained...
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Samaia S.


Hackensack, NJ

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Samaia

Hi my name is Samaia and I have been babysitting for 6 years. I've worked with infants and children of all ages as well as children with special needs. I am first aid and CPR certified as well as lifeguard certified. I have a driver's license and a car. I love to get to know the children I babysit as well as learning the things...
Samaia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Mayowa K.


Hackensack, NJ

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

I have been working as a babysitter since I was 11 years old. I have worked with babies, toddlers, and young children. I also have experience with special needs children. I have experience with pets and small animals as well. I'm also currently CNA certified and have worked as a companion for the elderly for 2 years now.
Mayowa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Kayla L.


Hackensack, NJ

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hello, my name is Kayla and I am 24 years old. I recently graduated from Columbia University with a Masters in Counseling Psychology. After a two-year stint in Manhattan, I am now back in New Jersey and looking for work as a nanny and/or pet-sitter. I have about 8 years of experience working with children. For five years, I...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
I am the oldest of 13 siblings. I have been taking care of them for years. My 10-year-old brother has autism so I do have first hand experience with a child with special needs. I have also watched over my neighbors children between the ages of 2-14. I love animals of all kinds. I'm slightly allergic to cats but can still care...
Hello parents. My name is Nagihan. I am 24 years old. I am an energetic, punctual, reliable, loving and communicative nanny! Besides learning fast and being proactive. I am also a teacher. I graduated from Istanbul Medipol University in 2020. My major is Child development department. I worked for a rehabilitation center for 2...
Nagihan can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Gladys C.


Bogota, NJ

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

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: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, personal care
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.

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Tracey G.


Bergenfield, NJ

$23-40/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs, Senior Care

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver for Special Needs, Senior Care, Child Care. I have over 18 years of experience. I am available for week night M-F overnight (flexible with start time)(7/8pm-7am)or weekend Fri-Sun overnight...
Tracey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We are beyond lucky to have had Tracey as our night nurse and special occasion caretaker for our newborn baby girl. Tracey is not only knowledgeable about everything having to do with babies, she is thoughtful in her approach. As a new mom I felt immediately at...

Nicole P.

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Grey C.


North Bergen, NJ

$15-25/hr14 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello Hello, My name is Greys, I speak Spanish. I have a degree in early childhood education, a degree obtained, 14 years of experience in caring for children of different ages, and children with special needs with CPR certification, I am a serious, responsible, respectful person. I give all my love when starting my work. I have...
Grey can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Grey watched my daughter for a week and we loved our time with her. She watched my 2 year old with great care, energy and creativity. She was always punctual and took care of everything she needed. She was thoughtful in coming prepared with creative ideas and...

Rosa R.

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Wendy P.


Passaic, NJ

$20-25/hr12 yrs exp

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Wendy! I will love to help you care for your children. I have experienced with newborns as well as with special needs children. I been working with children for 12 years and with special needs children for 3 years now. Children are my passion and I will be more than happy to take care of them. I understand how...
Wendy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Wendy is AMAZING! Not only is she incredibly thorough but she arrived timely and is so friendly. She took care of everything from the floors to the bed, tub, and kitchen. I'm already putting dates on the calendar to get her back. Stellar job and I can't recommend...

Erica S.

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Kayme M.


Bronx, NY

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny To The Rescue!

Hello, I'm Kayme Working M-F as paraprofessional, I have my own after school class so a lot of experience with homework and extra curricular activities. I also have major experience with newborns and toddlers and special needs children. I listen very careful to directions and actions needed for them, as well as helping them...
Kayme can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kayme has made my transition back to work SO much easier. I truly feel like we hit the jack pot having Kayme as our Nanny. Kayme has a very calming presence that our entire family has benefited from. In addition to taking remarkable care of my two boys, Kayme has...

Ashley M.

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Nogaye M.


New York, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced French/English Bilingual Nanny And Housekeeper Of 12 Years Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have more than10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. Highly experienced French/English bilingual nanny and housekeeper of 12 years + experience. Excellent academic and practical insight into child development and needs. Experienced with multiples, special needs children, and...
Nogaye can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nogaye is a fantastic, warm, kind, and extremely caring nanny. She is always on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text messages, which was a nice way to keep us updated on our children's activities. I highly recommend her!"

Rajamarie H.

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Claire A.


New York, NY

$17-20/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver/tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a sister with Down Syndrome and have been involved in the special needs community my whole life. I was the president of the Best Buddies chapter at Simsbury high school where I interacted and facilitated activities for people with all different types of developmental and intellectual disabilities. In addition, I have been...
5.0
"I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived with a smile. I wish her graduate school schedule this semester allowed for her to continue with us. I strongly recommend...

Star K.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hackensack, NJ

Ariel S.

4.0

Ariel is great! She comes on short notice which is VERY hard to find. Kid gets sick or we need help next day she will move her schedule around to accommodate. On time and gives notice. She is great with our 10 month old very caring and soothing. Plays well with the baby and is very good at...

- Mark H.

Gladys C.

5.0

Gladys is reliable and easy to communicate with. She took great care of my grandma! Thank you Gladys!

- Julie C.

Tracey G.

5.0

As a first time mommy, I needed extra help with my son. At one month old Tracey came to the rescue! She was very patient not only with our son, but also with my husband and I as new parents who had no idea what we were doing. She came on time, made herself at home and was a pleasure to be around...

- Christina D.

Grey C.

5.0

Grey watched my daughter for a week and we loved our time with her. She watched my 2 year old with great care, energy and creativity. She was always punctual and took care of everything she needed. She was thoughtful in coming prepared with creative ideas and learning/ play for my daughter and she...

- Rosa R.

Wendy P.

5.0

Wendy, is very kind and patient . She is responsible and punctual. She was a pleasure to work with . She helped me at home with my two toddlers. unfortunately we won't need her help anymore due to unforeseen situations that arose in our family.

- Yolanda R.

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