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Find special needs caregivers in Hillside, NJ that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hillside, NJ

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Hillside, NJ

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Dashana C.


Jersey City, NJ

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Full-time Care Giver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Assisting children and adults with daily life skills. Transporting children and adults to scheduled appointments. Maintaining household duties and responsibilities. Administering medications as needed. Working with different agencies such as DYFS, DDD & other referrals. Assisting clients at their places of employment. Work with...
5.0
"Ms. C. is a wonderful professional who is also very personable. She watched my cat for me while I was out of town for some time and I was very pleased with her services. My cat was well taken cared of and appeared to enjoy her presence as well. Thank you for your...

Sara K.

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Lisette C.


Jersey City, NJ

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello , My name is Lisette. I am 26 years old and a college graduate from Rutgers University with a degree in Exercise Science and minor in psychology . I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old . I have been employed as a substitute teacher for different grade levels varying from elementary, special needs, and high...
Lisette can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Lisette is not only punctual, respectful, caring, bright and creative, but she is loved by our little girl and by us. We highly recommend her."

Jeannie N.

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Anny G.


Bayonne, NJ

$35-55/hr10 yrs exp

Being part of a child's education helps me unlearn in order to continue learning. Redering more than 10 years of experience, Tutoring / coaching skills and credentials and experience in Early Childhood Education, Rational-Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Chemical Dependency Counselor and RE & CBT Strategies needed to...
5.0
"Anny is a very smart , caring , loving person ! She enjoys working with children of all ages . Anny is punctual and a very responsible person . You will love her as a caregiver !"

Geraldyn F.

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Kathleen K.


Clark, NJ

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a college graduate and I have worked with a variety of children with special needs. I am honest and trustworthy. I love all kinds of children.
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Ashley M.


Newark, NJ

$38-40/hr15 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I come from a family of 10 children and I am the second eldest. I grew up in a busy household and recognized early that I wanted to make a career out of working with children professionally. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in honors psychology and neuroscience taking courses in lifespan psychology and early child...
Ashley can also help with: Travel
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Ashley comes from a large family and has had a lot of experience with children. She is very thoughtful and willing to serve in any capacity. Many times she has watched my children and helped with them. She is very trustworthy!"

Naomi S.

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Ashley M.


Jersey City, NJ

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Speech-Language Pathologist, Teacher Of Students With Speech And Language Disabilities

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Ashley. I am 34 years old. I am a nationally recognized speech pathologist and New York State Certified Teacher and pediatric SLP. I am responsible, professional, and detail-oriented. I also love kids and animals. I am available for tutoring/enrichment, ad-hoc opportunities and part- to full-time work over the...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Our experience with Ashley has been amazing! She works with our sons (ages 5 and 2) on a regular, weekly basis. She comes with unparalleled level of dedication, creativity, fun and knowledge that has been a tremendous help with our family. Specifically, she works...

Carolyn C.

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Michele S.


Bayonne, NJ

$15-23/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I am a retired civil service sociologist. I have over 15 years experience caring for the elderly and special needs populations. I am well-versed in dementia care, psychiatric care, Special-needs care and general activities of daily living care. Please call me further to discuss the types of services I can provide to you.
Michele can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

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Drieka P.


Belleville, NJ

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

As an aunt with 10 nieces, nephews and great nieces. I have much child care experience. I began babysitting when I was a teenager. I have worked in a preschool and special needs school, currently work with special needs population full time.
Drieka can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Maria K.


Union, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

For 10+ years, I have provided excellent at-home care taker services to patients with special needs (i.e. paralysis, dementia, etc.) Treating patients with respect while meeting their daily needs is my goal.
Maria can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
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Unique B.


Newark, NJ

$30/hr5 yrs exp

One Of A Kind Sitter

I am a 25-year-old with a Master's degree in Social Work. I have 5 years of experience working with individuals of all ages, including children with special needs. I offer services in housekeeping, cooking/meal preparation, running errands, and English tutoring. I am seeking a flexible position that will allow me to earn extra...
Unique can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Natasha R.


Jersey City, NJ

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Special Needs.

I am currently employed as a teacher assistant, specializing in aiding children with multiple disabilities plus deaf, whose ages range from 3 to 15. I have acquired significant experience working with students who are both deaf and blind. In addition to my professional responsibilities, I am a devoted mother to two children,...
Natasha can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, personal care, light cleaning
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Hailey P.


Montclair, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello, I'm Hailey! I am a 25-year-old Montclair State University graduate with a bachelors in Child Advocacy and a minor in Social Work. I am currently working at a special needs high school during the day, and have 10 years of experience working with children in a daycare setting. I am extremely passionate about working with...
Hailey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kathleen L.


Bloomfield, NJ

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

College Student Experienced With Tutoring And Special Needs Care.

I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. I love arts and crafts, playing pretend and I am a college athlete!
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Mahkai M.


Newark, NJ

$16/hr3 yrs exp

Seeking Babysitting Opportunities.

Hello! My name is Mahkai. I am a vaccinated non-smoker with experience working with children since I was 13, specifically children with special needs, primarily ages 3 to 6. I am CPR and first aid certified. I enjoy animals, nature, and community. I have a passion for working with and teaching kids and have also volunteered as a...
Mahkai can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Maicon C.


Kearny, NJ

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Care Giver

My name is Maicon, I looking for care giver job position, I mostly have experience with special needs kids, but I am open to be learning in different fields of care, I have a mult-tasking personality and I always like to learn new things.
Maicon can also help with: Dementia, personal care, visiting physician, respite care, visiting nurse
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Ami V.


Staten Island, NY

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Ami! I have a decade of experience working with children from newsborns to teens, both in the home and in the classroom. I have 10 years of in-home childcare experience, in addition to teaching and behavioral therapy experience. I also have extensive experience working with children with special needs in the home,...
Ami can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jenna M.


Roselle Park, NJ

$25-35/hr

Paraprofessional

Hello, I am an quiet but energetic paraprofessional for the Plainfield NJ School District. I am currently in college and looking for a full or part time caregiver role in Union NJ, Manhattan NY, or the surrounding areas. Most of my experience is with special needs children ages 4-11, specifically children with autism, ADHD,...
Jenna can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
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Summer S.


Maplewood, NJ

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Summer and I've lived in Maplewood my entire life! I am currently finishing up my last semester at Rutgers Univeristy as a history major and education minor. After this semester I will be continuing my education with the Rutgers Graduate School of Education to receive my masters degree in Special Education and K-6...
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Gabriela P.


Kearny, NJ

$21-25/hr6 yrs exp

Partime Our Integral - Caregiver\ Babysitter

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I'm dedicated to fostering a safe, nurturing environment where your child can thrive. With over six years of experience, I've had the privilege of supporting families and positively impacting children's lives. My patient and calm demeanor creates a reassuring atmosphere for...
Gabriela can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hillside, NJ

Dashana C.

5.0

Ms. C. is a wonderful professional who is also very personable. She watched my cat for me while I was out of town for some time and I was very pleased with her services. My cat was well taken cared of and appeared to enjoy her presence as well. Thank you for your skills!

- Sara K.

Lisette C.

5.0

Lisette is not only punctual, respectful, caring, bright and creative, but she is loved by our little girl and by us. We highly recommend her.

- Jeannie N.

Anny G.

5.0

Anny is a very smart , caring , loving person ! She enjoys working with children of all ages . Anny is punctual and a very responsible person . You will love her as a caregiver !

- Geraldyn F.

Ashley M.

5.0

Ashley has been our nanny for over five years. She has been fantastic! She has taken exceptional care of our four children. My husband and I highly recommend Ashley as a nanny.

- Staci S.

Ashley M.

5.0

Our experience with Ashley has been amazing! She works with our sons (ages 5 and 2) on a regular, weekly basis. She comes with unparalleled level of dedication, creativity, fun and knowledge that has been a tremendous help with our family. Specifically, she works with my younger son regarding his...

- Carolyn C.

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