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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lyndhurst, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Lyndhurst, NJ
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an experienced babysitter, I love kids and I enjoy spending time with them. I am also a therapy coach at Brain Balance Achievement Center and I have years of experience working with kids with special needs and behavior issues. I work in ABA as well and have experience working with kids on the spectrum and ADHD. I'm very...
Zorel can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our 2.5 years old boy has had a great time with Zorel! She's very patient with him and really good at being educational and caring at the same time. Definitely would recommend her"
Steven W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Liza and I am a doctoral candidate at Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology. I have babysat and nannied children from infancy to high school for the past nine years. I absolutely love working with kids, whether it's babysitting, working as a camp counselor, tutoring, or working with special needs students. I have...
Liza can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Liza a few weeks ago to care for our daughter 1.5 days a week while I sleep between work shifts. Liza has a thorough resume of experience and is skilled with children. She is professional, punctual, organized, honest, kind and flexible. I can tell that...
Loren W.
Aileen B.
Newark, NJ
$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Really pulled through for me at the last minute"
Care member
5.0
(1)
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:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(1)
I have 3+ years of child care experience. I am totally willing to help with errands and light housework.
I have special needs care experience, including being a teacher's aide in a special needs classroom.
Excited to hear from you! :)
Tara can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a 26-year-old female looking to babysit children ages 5-10. I worked at an elementary school for 2 years as an Operations Coordinator and am going back to school to get my masters in teaching elementary education. I am available to babysit Wednesday - Friday.
I grew up with a sister who has autism and I was very...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sarah is a hardworking and responsible girl who is extremely trustworthy. I would feel very confident and comfortable letting Sarah be a person to watch my children."
Olivia J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
At the age of 10, I began babysitting my younger siblings one of whom has Cerebral Palsy. Caring for a child with special needs has allowed me to develop a unique skill set that is based upon patience and determination which is something that can only be learned through experience. I am extremely energetic and outgoing and...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Rosalyn. I am a certified teacher with my P-3 license and special education. I am currently a teacher in a self-contained SLD classroom. I am looking for an after-school and/or Saturday position. I can help children in struggling subjects. If your child has special needs and needs extra guidance, please let me...
Rosalyn can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Rosalyn worked with our family with 2 young children for just over a year. She was loving and caring and was a pleasure to have her part of our family. She was always on time, communicative and flexible with the ever changing needs of our family. Our children...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there . My name is Surayyah and I am a 2018 graduate of Bloomfield College. My major was Sociology/Criminal Justice.
I have experience with all ages as well as the special needs population. I can provide great references, I have my own transportation, and I am also CPR certified. I have no problems running errands if...
Surayyah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Surayyah was a tremendous help to our family, always willing to pitch in wherever we needed - shuttling our 3 kids to after-school activities, walking the dog, helping with homework, making the kids' dinner and more. She is reliable, shows initiative and the kids...
Sarah K.
Taryn T.
New York, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Play Is Our Brain's Favorite Way To Learn. I Can Help! ISO F/T Position.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA) and full time nanny! I have extensive experience working with NYC, mainly UWS, families. Because of my OT and nanny experience, I am able to facilitate a rich learning environment that is fun. After all, the best kind of learning comes from play!
*At the moment I am...
Taryn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Taryn is a charming and magnificent person. She's not only friendly, but smart and talented. Definitely the best!"
Edwin F.
Stephanie S.
Little Ferry, NJ
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental health Counseling. I have been working with children with special needs for over 15 years in various settings. I have worked in a summer camp, day care and as an at home therapist. I feel that working with children is essential because those are the most critical years for progress and...
5.0
"Stephanie goes above and beyond her job. Whichever it may be. She gives 110% at everything she puts her mind to. Works really well with others and liked by everyone. Always goes that extra mile to make sure everyone around her is happy and satisfied."
Robert D.
Angie P.
Jersey City, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience With Newborns, Toddlers And Elementary School Age Children
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Angie and I wanted to say thank you for taking the time to read my profile! I have 10+ years of experience caring for children from newborn to roughly 7- 8 years of age. I am also mother of two (daughter 30 & son 29) so I can say I have tons of experience! I am well experienced with twins, children with special...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"If it weren't for the fact that I am going to try being a Stay at Home Mom, we would still be using Angie's services. She is absolutely fantastic and our whole family is a bit heartbroken to part ways. Angie is punctual, kind, funny, nurturing and has been such a...
Andrew H.
Victoria K.
Elmwood Park, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was trained to be an ABA therapist to children with autism. I'm familiar with ASL. I'm comfortable using communication devices.
I've worked with children for over 20 years now. Helping parents navigate this thing called parenthood brings me great joy!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Gabriella, and I'm a 20-year-old caregiver with five years of nanny experience and one year working in a daycare/preschool setting. I'm passionate about nurturing and educating children, and I pride myself on being energetic, patient, and creative. Over the years, I've built strong connections with children and...
Gabriella can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Gabriella was so great playing with our 2yr old - they had so much fun together. She was on time and responsible. We will be hiring her again!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings! My name is Tyler, and for years I have cared for a variety of beautiful individuals all across the spectrum.
Growing up with Aspergers, I did not experience the mentorship and support that I needed to thrive. My struggle helped me to develop and resource what I now offer to others: deep, kind, and holistic...
5.0
"After meeting Tyler on a dairy farm, I invited him to support a healing retreat outside of Denver entitled, "Humans I Trust : Summer Camp". I say without hyperbole that he was one of the best workers I have ever had. He arrived on time and always with a smile and...
Blake R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a graduate student studying special education, with nannying experience and 2 years of classroom teaching. I am available for tutoring, and occasional babysitting this year. I do not have any more availability for consistent part-time or full-time work.
Over the past 10 years, I have babysat for families with...
Maya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maya is a wonderful caregiver, everything we would hope for in someone watching our children. She has watched my two children, ages 1 and 4. She is attentive, creative while confident in setting gentle but firm boundaries. She is incredibly responsible, always on...
Caitlin E.
5.0
(3)
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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
Ana H.
New York, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Great experience / reference available Saturday and Sunday .
Am currently hold a RN from the state of Florida, love to work with special needs!
5.0
"I can not say enough about how amazing Ana is. She is prompt, communicative, and most of all truly caring. I had a last minute work trip and Ana was able to come through for me at literally the LAST minute to take my chronically ill mother to two essential Doctor's...
Liza F.
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Laura. I am 38 years old. I am currently seeking a nanny position. I have previous experience with children. I am a special needs nanny who has worked with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, brain injury and autism. I also was a day camp counselor for two years for 5-year-olds. Plus, I worked with my mother who was...
Lyn C.
Belleville, NJ
$20-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a caregiver, educator and a positive supporter that is compassionate about people. As a mother of 3 boys, one which had complications and delays, I've learned to understand on how to care for children with different situations.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lyndhurst, NJ
Zorel M.
5.0
Our 2.5 years old boy has had a great time with Zorel! She's very patient with him and really good at being educational and caring at the same time. Definitely would recommend her
- Steven W.
Liza M.
5.0
We hired Liza a few weeks ago to care for our daughter 1.5 days a week while I sleep between work shifts. Liza has a thorough resume of experience and is skilled with children. She is professional, punctual, organized, honest, kind and flexible. I can tell that Liza really takes the time to learn...
- Loren W.
Aileen B.
5.0
Really pulled through for me at the last minute
- Care member
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.
Tara P.
5.0
Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!
- Care member
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Ratings for Lyndhurst, NJ special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Lyndhurst, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.