Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Hillsborough, NJ
We have 60 special needs caregivers in Hillsborough, NJ! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.
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Find special needs caregivers in Hillsborough, NJ that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hillsborough, NJ
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Hillsborough, NJ
Alyssa T.
Middlesex, NJ
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm Alyssa! I'm a fun and super caring person that enjoys working with people of all ages. I have worked for many families that have children with disabilities along with adults and special needs aftercare programs. Looking forward to chatting with you!
4.4
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Melanie and I have been working with children for over 17 years. I am a Special Education Paraprofessional currently employed in the Hillsborough Public School district. I have experience with children/ young adults ages 2-23 ranging in different special needs. Since finding care. com I have done mostly...
Melanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melanie was very prompt and always arrived on time. If she had to miss a certain day, she provided adequate notice. Would definitely recommend Melanie. "
Care member
Dee G.
Kendall Park, NJ
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a loving caregiver who raised a beautiful young man with Autism. Now that he doesn't need his mother like he used to, I am looking for a full-time position helping you or your loved one! I have experience caring for individuals with other developmental and/or physical difficulties, as well.
5.0
"Dee is a compassionate woman who interacts well with others. She is patient and understanding. I have known her for 8 years and she has been consistent in those traits. She communicates well and follows through consistently."
Carla P.
Lisa S.
Raritan, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Elementary & Special Ed Teacher Available For The Summer/Part Time School Year
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I am available evenings after 4 p.m. and weekends. I'm also available for overnights and weekends/weeks.
Below, you will find a little about me. I look forward to chatting as soon as you're able so you can get to know me better.
I look forward to hearing from you and talking about how I can accommodate you and your...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I found Lisa to be a true gem. She not only has a background in education she really enjoys children. My boys loved her and really missed her when she stopped working for us."
Marybeth R.
Alyssa T.
Middlesex, NJ
$25-27/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Alyssa! I'm an outgoing person that loves kids! I'm great with children and pets all ages. I have special needs experience and am CPR certified for children and pets. I am looking for a position for date nights. I can do any weekday or weekend night. Or weekend day. I love being outside but also love to watch a great...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa is great, very reliable and someone I could depend on. Alyssa did it all, cooking, cleaning and worked on homework with the kids. Definitely recommend! The kids loved her "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have a CNA license and experience caring for large families, twins, and children with special needs. I am the eldest of seven and started babysitting for my younger siblings, three of whom are low-functioning autistic and two of whom are twins. Outside of my family, I have cared for children ranging from 4 months to 18 years...
Barbara can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Barbara has been helping my family for the last few months and has been amazing. My kids are a handful and very picky but they love Barbara she is very patient understanding and cares. Couldn't say enough good things about her. "
Sarah S.
5.0
(1)
For the past several years (2015-current) I have been working as a caretaker for senior citizens in their homes. The job entails: cooking, dressing, baking, cleaning, laundry, shopping and keeping my clients company. Also I play piano and make some craft decorations. My past clients had enjoyed listening to me playing piano. It...
Katherine B.
South Bound Brook, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(21)
Hired by 33 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kathy and I have been a nanny and providing childcare for 20+ years. I am a mom of 5 adult children. My goals are to provide children in my care with a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment so that they feel happy, loved and secure. I believe children should be children and have fun while exploring the world...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kathy has been kind compassionate and eager to help in anyway with my parents. I can trust and rely on her. She is a true blessing to our family. "
Care member
Pamela K.
Princeton, NJ
$28-29/hr • 9 yrs exp
Available For Part/full Time Work, Including But Not Limited To Companionship, Household Duties, Per
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Reliable private duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations, while not being an alarmist. Within the last eight years , I've cared for those with MS, Dementia, Parkinson's and a variety of age related illnesses. I am Adept at meal preparation , assisting in the maintenance of a...
Pamela can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia, home modification
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Really good person who cares. Simply perfect with my dad who has Alzheimer's. Wish I could clone her"
Staci S.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Dear Families,
Are you looking for a trustworthy and loving nanny to care for you precious children? With over 20 years of experience nurturing newborns to young teens, including those with special needs, I'd be delighted to provide a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for your child to thrive!
As a dedicated and...
Vishakha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Vicky was amazing with my kids, you can see all the years of experience, lots of activities and fun books for my kids, she know how to get the kids entertained, we wish you were available to work in NYC. Thank You"
Sergio R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For the past 10 years I have been a Special Education Paraprofessional working with students ages 2- 21.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a young woman with a kind, loving, fun spirit. I have a lot of experience with children from ages 2 months to 12 yrs old. I began babysitting my first 2-month-old infant at the age of 12. I have worked in a family owned home daycare which has been in business for over 25 years, so I have had the privilege to work hand and...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda was amazing from the moment she came into my home. I hired her to care for my newborn who had severe stomach issues at the time. She is so patient, loving and extremely knowledgeable. I highly recommend Amanda to anyone."
Sarah W.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience taking care of special needs individuals, children as well as some senior care over the last 20 years. I have experience taking of a special needs child with Downs syndrome for over a year and was a full time nanny for a toddler with special needs who was born 10 weeks premature and has hydrocephaly and...
Jayde W.
Middlesex, NJ
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a compassionate and experienced caregiver, dedicated to providing exceptional care for your little ones. My journey into child care began at the young age of 16 when I started babysitting during my summers off.
Currently, I am in a Masters program at NYU working toward licensure to become a Licensed Mental Health Therapist....
Jayde can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Hiring Jayde was my first experience using care.com and also trusting a stranger with my baby. I can say that I made no mistake! Jayde came into my home and loved on my 1 year old. She showed up in a good mood, and had plenty of patience. She became family pretty...
Naja K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working as a direct caregiver for a classroom of 16 adults ranging in age from 19-40 who have severe mental and physical disabilities. I am responsible for planning and executing group activities as well as individual activities such as arts and crafts, exercise, lessons, and field trips. I also prepare and...
passionate educator looking to utilize skills and experience to help with special needs develop and enhance their capabilities while maintaining a fun engaging environment.
Djouher can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, hospice services & more
With over 10 years of professional caregiving experience, I specialize in providing compassionate care to elderly, special needs individuals, and children of all ages. Certified in CPR, first aid, and as a Home Health Aide (HHA), I prioritize safety and well-being. For children, I create engaging activities and foster cognitive...
Saadia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely adore kids! I have coached cheer leading for three summers. I worked a center with children who suffer from Autism and other special needs. I currently work for The Elms Of Cranbury as an activities coordinator for geriatrics and love it!
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Florence L.
Somerset, NJ
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Florence I have being a care giver for more than 10 years I have worked with all group of elderly people and in the nursing homes, rehabs, and private homes I can also do light house keeping I know how to cook, bathe, laundry, and clean the house. I have been working in the nursing homes. I love to work with people...
Florence can also help with: Dementia, home modification, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
CPR
Aislinn B.
New Brunswick, NJ
$16-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Adore Being Someone Both You And Your Family Can Rely On!
Hello! My name is Aislinn and I am a current Rutgers University student. I have over five years of child care experience and absolutely love children! I am so excited to be able to help your family in any way possible! I am a theatre major and love singing, arts and crafts, and outdoor activities. Children are my passion and I...
Aislinn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aislinn did a fantastic job taking care of our 1 year old daughter. She was on time, attentive, kind, and gentle. She cleaned up after our daughter played and ate - which we appreciated so much. She would be a great help to any family! "
Natalie Y.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hillsborough, NJ
Melanie J.
5.0
Melanie was very prompt and always arrived on time. If she had to miss a certain day, she provided adequate notice. Would definitely recommend Melanie.
- Care member
Dee G.
5.0
Dee is a compassionate woman who interacts well with others. She is patient and understanding. I have known her for 8 years and she has been consistent in those traits. She communicates well and follows through consistently.
- Carla P.
Lisa S.
5.0
Lisa is a wonderful person; very friendly and great with children.
- Andrea G.
Alyssa T.
5.0
Alyssa is great, very reliable and someone I could depend on. Alyssa did it all, cooking, cleaning and worked on homework with the kids. Definitely recommend! The kids loved her
- Care member
Barbara B.
5.0
Barbara has been helping my family for the last few months and has been amazing. My kids are a handful and very picky but they love Barbara she is very patient understanding and cares. Couldn't say enough good things about her.
- Sarah S.
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Ratings for Hillsborough, NJ special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Hillsborough, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.