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Special needs caregivers in Maywood, NJ

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Andrea R.


Maywood, NJ

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With Special Needs Experience

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I have 10 years of experience working in a school for individuals with special needs. I was an afterschool nanny for three years and I am now a stay at home mom to a beautiful 1-year-old girl.
Hi this is Elena 7 years experience as cna also workin in stroke area in Englewood hospital. An chha exponencial with Boyer lift feeling , dosctors appoiments , bathing I have my own car and full vaccinated
I have watched up to 4 children, providing a safe and loving environment. Being a nanny for several families over the years, I have experience watching children from newborn through teenage years. In the past, I have also worked with seniors and special needs children.
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Elena S.


Maywood, NJ

$15/hr5 yrs exp

With experience working in a daycare, I've had the joy of seeing children play, learn, and grow every day. I believe in creating a safe and fun environment where kids can learn and develop their skills. Having fun along the way is always an added bonus! :) Also, I have experience caring for children with ADHD, which taught me...
Elena can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Andrea R.


Maywood, NJ

$20-39/hr10 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mom

I have 10 years of experience working in a school for individuals with special needs. I was an afterschool nanny for three years and I am now a stay at home mom to a beautiful 3-year-old girl.
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Andrea R.


Maywood, NJ

$20-27/hr

Companion Care

I have 10 years of experience working as a one-to-one aide in a school for individuals with special needs and seniors. I was an afterschool nanny for three years and I am now a stay at home mom to a beautiful 3-year-old girl. I am looking for something that would allow me to bring her with me seeing as she is not yet in school....
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Digna U.


Paterson, NJ

$35/hr5 yrs exp

4.5

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have almost 7 seven year experience I used to working in a lot different kind a cases of senior needed, mobility, bed bath, shower, feeding, eye everything about cares and Also I'm doing child with special needs. I used to work in different kind of cases. I have experience in dementia Alzheimer's. I'm a certificate CHHA. now...
5.0
"Digna is very patient and understanding with older people. She is good with medication management for diabetes & COPD. And gets them moving to get exercise. Very thankful we have her."

Anne H.

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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, personal care, dementia
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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Jillene F.


Lodi, NJ

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

licensed practical nurse for 9 years as of 2025 5 years of experience in long term Looking for private duty home care. Experienced in g tube feedings, nebulizer treatments, medication management, Wound care, catheters, incontinent care, special needs, dementia, Incontinence care and memory care.
Jillene can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, respite care, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"I don't even know where to begin. Jillene was a perfect match to care for my dad who was on hospice. I am crying as I am writing this in the short period of time that she cared for my dad I felt she became part of our family. I would highly, highly recommend...

Joanne I.

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Annisa F.


West New York, NJ

$22-35/hr7 yrs exp

Interest With Special Needs Care Gig Position

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello family! I'm Annisa. I'm seeking a full time live-in nanny position (open to live-out as well) with a loving family in Hudson County, Essex County, Passaic County, or Bergen County, NJ. With over 6 years of experience in childcare age 3mo-10 years old and special needs care, I'm eager to join a family who needs a...
Annisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is very care and patient also punctual."

Hanna L.

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Adriana M.


North Arlington, NJ

$20-25/hr7 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, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, 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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Kirsten C.


Township of Washington, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kirsten, I am 22 years old and have 9+ years of experience working with children. I've worked with children ages 0-13! I have experience with special needs children including working with feeding tubes. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I have a clean driving record and would love the opportunity to work with...
Kirsten can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kirsten has taken care of my 5 year old daughter numerous times over the past 3 years. My daughter adores Kirsten, and I feel confident in my daughter’s well being and safety while in Kirsten’s care."

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Meriah J.


Rutherford, NJ

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Professional Hands On Help

Hey guys, my name is meriah. I am a Very Fun, outgoing, energetic person. I spend lots of time around all ages, I am also very big on outdoor nature/adventure. Experience with light house cleaning, Clean driving Record, Available for background check, I am a Volunteer firefighter I am CPR and first aid certified, Lots of...
5.0
"Meriah was excellent with my mother, her patience was limitless, and very dedicated to daily chores In addition to keeping her engaged in small activities and conversation. I would recommend Meriah anytime"

Conny H.

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Anna Gabriella D.


Clifton, NJ

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Lots Of Laughs With Anna Banana!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! With four years of experience in the early childcare setting and two years working with special needs individuals under my belt, I would say there is not much I cannot handle. Despite my young age, I bring a responsible, caring, yet fun and engaging energy to any family! Prepped with sample lesson plans acquired during my...
Anna Gabriella can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Anna is a very responsible caregiver. She had to juggle multiple drop-off/pick-ups for my kids each day. She managed my 4 kids and was very playful with them. I would recommend her for a childcare position."

Michelle L.

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Anabel E.


Lodi, NJ

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm no longer available. Thank you for considering me. Hello moms!! My name is Anabel and I'm currently a Nursing student and former special needs teacher assistant for The Department of Education of New York. I have experience assisting with lesson plans and helping with classwork/homework. I have worked with kids as...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Anabel sat my two boys. She was kind and fun, bringing a bag of toys and books with her. They enjoyed playing with her."

Jennifer D.

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Cheyenne W.


Bronx, NY

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Full Time/Live-In Caregiver That You've Been Searching For!!!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I come from a family of Caregivers and Nurses. Caring for people is a natural ability of mines. From a young age I have been nurturing those in need. When I was young my grandfather diabetes reached an all time high, his leg was amputated. It was so important to us to visit him every weekend. When doing so, my mother really...
Cheyenne can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Cheyenne is the epitome of professionalism and was a joy for everyone."

Andre G.

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Laetitia P.


New York, NY

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, I have been working as a nanny for over 8 years in the US. I originally came from France as an Au pair. I studied marketing and communication. I love spending time with kids - planning activities, going places, doing crafts or reading... I can be a lot of fun but I also know how to strict when needed. I have...
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Hawa J.


Bronx, NY

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Loving Sitter

Hey, my name is Hawa and I am currently in my last year of college majoring in Social work. I love the arts of children. I have about 3 years of experience with all ages. I've worked for summer youth with kids ages 3-11, helping them with basic learning, learning to read write and math. I am a part time behavioral therapist for...
Hawa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Anytime im busy, i call her, i don't call anyone but her, shes awesome, caring and goes above and beyond when given a task or asked for help, "

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Brittany T.


New York, NY

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've working with children who are along the spectrum for about five years. I started in a group home working as a direct care counselor for 2. 5 years. Then I worked as a home health aid for a young girl who had NF1 and was blind. After her I then worked for a family who had two young boys and were along the spectrum. I was...
5.0
"Brittany worked for us a little less than two years, than we moved back to Italy. That is the only reason why she is not with us anymore. Brittany became quickly part of our family. She traveled with us in America and in Italy. She is smart, witty, well educated,...

Lavinia M.

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Alicia M.


Bogota, NJ

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

Super Friendly And Great With Understanding Kids

3.0

(2)

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Maywood, NJ

Digna U.

4.0

Digna is always on time and even better, always early. She's honest and I trusted her from the start. She's a good driver, and when she takes you out, she makes sure you're safe. She's attentive, caring and I appreciated the help in the mornings. She loves what she does!

- Brian J.

Gladys C.

5.0

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

- Julie C.

Jillene F.

5.0

I don't even know where to begin. Jillene was a perfect match to care for my dad who was on hospice. I am crying as I am writing this in the short period of time that she cared for my dad I felt she became part of our family. I would highly, highly recommend Jillene if she is needed to care...

- Joanne I.

Annisa F.

5.0

She is very care and patient also punctual.

- Hanna L.

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.

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