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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Little Falls, NJ

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Little Falls, NJ

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Kelli P.


Little Falls, NJ

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring, Married, Mother Of 2 Adult Children,

5.0

(1)

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I was a stay at home mother of two children, while caring for my own children I cared for my friends baby for the first year of his life, in 2004 when my kids were in school I applied to Little Falls School #3 (3-4 grade) as a Lunch Aid/substitute School Secretary, in 2007 I applied to Little Falls School #2 as a Teachers Aide...
Kelli can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kelli looked after my 2 kids full time for 2 years, until my youngest started kindergarten. She's incredibly punctual and helped my youngest learn the skills he needed to be ready for school. Recently my kids were making bracelets at a bead store and the woman who...

Natalie P.

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Fina E.


Little Falls, NJ

$19-24/hr

Im Good With Care Special Needs

I'm very reliable honest helpful I've been a caretaker for about 17 years I'm very reliable honest helpful I've been a caretaker for about 17 years
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Angelina D.


Little Falls, NJ

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available To Care For Your Loved One

It takes a very special person to care for someone with special needs. Overall I am a joyful, energetic, giving, patient, and intelligent loving mother of two young ladies, ages 28 & 24 years old. I enjoy life and taking care of others, with cooking and education being passions of mine. I have many years of experience in caring...
Hi, I have many years of experience in the special needs world. I would love to meet these two young ladies and expose them to great opportunities in this world. I love dogs, currently getting my dog certified and plan to bring her to different facilities throughout the community. Please feel free to call me and discuss this...
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Kathleen F.


Little Falls, NJ

$21-35/hr • 2 yrs exp

A Caregiver Who Genuinely Cares

I am looking for a position where I can utilize my caregiver background and skills to work with those who are differently abled. With an innate sense of empathy, patience, and dedication, I am passionate about helping people of all abled backgrounds learn, grow, and thrive. My experience as a caregiver, tutor, and mentor to...
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Chandre B.


Little Falls, NJ

$35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Caregiver RN

End of life doula services available. I am a registered nurse with 23 years of experience and I do not want to work in a facility setting anymore. My main focus is seniors, dementia and Alzheimer's care.
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Daniela A.


Little Falls, NJ

$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have experience baby sitting children all throughout high school, so I am very experienced. I have my own SUV car so I am more than able to assist with any carpooling, errands, or grocery runs necessary. I am also more than able and willing to help with any cooking or cleanliness around the house as well as laundry. I am a...
Daniela can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jazlyn S.


Little Falls, NJ

$22-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello !! I'm Jazlyn! With 5 years of experience working with children of various ages, I have developed a strong passion for providing care and support. Throughout my experience, I have had the opportunity to work with infants to the age of 13, offering tutoring, engaging in sports and creative activities, and providing...
Jazlyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a college graduate with a major of Rehabilitation and Human Resources. I have experience with children and children with special needs. I love working with kids! I am going back to school in April to become a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant and further my career. Working with children and children with special...
Kailyn can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Tamara G.


Montclair, NJ

$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Childcare Provider, Coach And Educator

3.0

(1)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a special needs childcare provider with over 10 years of hands on experience working alongside parents, guardians, teachers and therapists to help enrich each of my client's lives. I have a bachelors degree in theatre arts. I specialize in emotional care, nurturing, and using arts and crafts, performing arts and the...
Tamara can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Adriana M.


North Arlington, NJ

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

HI , my name is Adriana. I'm 56 years old . I have my certificate for Homemaker , CNA . In the last 4 years, I have taken care of eldery with special needs. I love taking care of seniors and providing all needs for families . I also clean and can prepare meals . I am CPR trained. I have my own car, reliable for doctors...
Adriana can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to day activities and although difficult with advanced dementia she makes sure she is clean, fed and her house is...

Nancy B.

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Lucia R.


Clifton, NJ

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified SPED Teacher

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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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.

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Farisa K.


Bloomfield, NJ

$25-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter And Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As the oldest child, I grew up taking care of my 4 siblings. Coming from a large extended family, I also took care of my cousins. My love for children is what drove me to become a teacher. I love working with children of all ages. Not only can I provide a safe and fun time, I can also incorporate academics into the experience. I...
Farisa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"My husband and I were thrilled to have Farisa take care of our newborn infant while we worked. As first-time parents, we were understandably nervous about leaving our child in someone else's care, but Farisa's warm and nurturing personality put us at ease right...

Care member

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Ariel S.


Hackensack, NJ

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Career

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, craft assistance, carpooling
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.

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Alicia M.


Bogota, NJ

$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Super Friendly And Great With Understanding Kids

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, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Warren N.


East Orange, NJ

$17-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I have experience working with individuals with specials needs as a residential counselor and Direct support Professional. I worked with the youth and elderly, helping them do daily tasks and giving medication. I also have experience working as an event coordinator and office assistant so I'm great at multitasking. My...
Warren can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again."

James T.

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Aileen B.


Newark, NJ

$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello Parents! My name is Aileen and I'm a 27 years old college student. I have years of experience with infants and toddlers (including premature/ children with special needs) I love spending time outside, going on walks, zoo, museums, arts and crafts! I have references from my previous families and experience with first time...
Aileen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Really pulled through for me at the last minute"

Care member

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Chloe S.


Cedar Grove, NJ

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Chloe and I am in my last year of the Masters of Occupational Therapy program at Quinnipiac University. I am available for occasional sitting this semester! I have experience babysitting, nannying, and tutoring for many families, and love all children. I also was a camp counselor for 4 years. I completed fieldwork...
Chloe can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My daughter loves spending time with Chloe! She keeps her engaged, teaches her new games, which she later on plays by herself. Chloe is very punctual and responsible. She responds to texts timely, always shows up in time.. Communicates very well with all family...

Banu K.

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Alicia M.


Bogota, NJ

$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have been 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. I am experienced with toddlers mostly and children the age 10 and younger. I also bring games and other educational...
5.0
"we interviewed her and thought she'd be just perfect with our daughter who has autism. right away she was interacting and playing together which she has never done with a stranger before! we sadly never got to hire her because we had to move last minute in another...

Lindsey L.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Little Falls, NJ

Kelli P.

5.0

Kelli looked after my 2 kids full time for 2 years, until my youngest started kindergarten. She's incredibly punctual and helped my youngest learn the skills he needed to be ready for school. Recently my kids were making bracelets at a bead store and the woman who worked there was amazed that my 4...

- Natalie P.

Adriana M.

5.0

Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to day activities and although difficult with advanced dementia she makes sure she is clean, fed and her house is kept spotless. My Mother's final...

- Nancy B.

Lucia R.

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.

Farisa K.

5.0

Farisa is hands down the best baby sitter we have ever worked with. My 18-month old daughter is extremely shy and was going through major separation feelings when we asked Farisa to help baby sit our daughter for two days. Farisa was able to use her care-taking skills to instantly win Araaya and...

- Care member

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.

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