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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in New Brunswick, NJ

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in New Brunswick, NJ

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Melissa B.


New Brunswick, NJ

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Or Full-time Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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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...
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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Keyanna R.


New Brunswick, NJ

$15-32/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is keyanna I have worked in hospice/ nursing homes/ behavioral hospital for the past 10 years I'm also CPR trained as well. I'm very patient loving and caring and would love to show the same to your loved ones
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Kayvia S.


New Brunswick, NJ

$24-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Caring for individuals with special needs has been a humbling and enriching experience for me. I have had the privilege of working with people of all ages who have a diverse range of physical, developmental, and intellectual disabilities. One of the most rewarding aspects of caring for individuals with special needs is the...
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Brenda M.


New Brunswick, NJ

$17/hr • 3 yrs exp

Brenda's Babysitter Info!

Hi my name is Brenda I am 25 years old. I have 3. 5 years working with special needs kids but also have experience working with typical kids. I started working as a speech therapy aide and would hop into sessions when needed. I currently work as paraprofessional at a special needs school and I'm going into my second year working...
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Gertrudis R.


New Brunswick, NJ

$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have experience over 10 years in working with children, seniors and persons with special needs. Currently, I have been working with a children's day care and love the work. I am patient and able to be flexible with different children personalities. Thank you. I'd describe my personality as very easy going. humble and...
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Abigail S.


New Brunswick, NJ

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Seasoned Babysitter And Petsitter

I'm a seasoned overnight camp counselor home from college. I am first aid, CPR, and aed certified. I have been a lifeguard for 3 years. I have worked with a range of kids and am very capable of watching multiple children at once. I am fully vaccinated. I am very comfortable around pets and I own two cats myself. I have worked...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Brenda M.


New Brunswick, NJ

$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Brendas Babysitting Bio

Hello I am Brenda I am 25 years old I work in a special needs school currently as a paraprofessional. I will be entering my second year as a para. Before this I was working at a children's hospital as a speech therapy aide I would jump into sessions when needed but I love working with children overall. I have taken care of...
Brenda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Makeda M.


New Brunswick, NJ

$22-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. My friendly and patient nature creates a warm and welcoming environment for children to thrive. With two years of experience working with children aged 0 to 11, I'm comfortable providing a range of activities and ensuring their...
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Gina D.


South River, NJ

$26-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 7+ years of experience working with individuals with various special needs ages ranging from birth to 12 years old. I have years of experience babysitting. I have received numerous valuable training from my previous employers, specially being a certified chef I can quickly adapt and learn new things.
Gina can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Gina is a responsible and caring babysitter. She watched my 2 year old daughter and 8 month old twin girls. She entertained them all and followed our night time routine and was able to put all the children to sleep without a problem! I felt extremely comfortable...

Paul S.

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Manjit K.


Old Bridge, NJ

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care Baby Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dependable Honest Reliable baby sitter and senior care enjoy working with children do activity prepare snack dinner help with home work do activity ready for bed experience with special needs children CMA, CPR, CHHA, CNA love working with children & adult now I'm available over night and mornings I never had covid19 and I'm...
Manjit can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Manjit is very reliable and dependable. She helped with picking and dropping off my 4 year daughter and is good with children as well. "

Ash R.

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Florence L.


Somerset, NJ

$27/hr • 10 yrs exp

4.1

(10)

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: Companionship, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, home modification, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Florence is a wonderful person and caregiver. She took care of my father, my father in law and then my mother. She became one of the family. She listens and does exactly what you ask. She is also very knowledgeable and gives helpful advice. I recommend her highly...

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Robyn P.


Fords, NJ

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Part Time Baby Sitting

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have 12 years experience babysitting. I have worked with special needs children for over 5 years. I am great with Small children and pre teens. I love the outdoors, great with baking and creative projects. I am Currently a licensed Insurance agent with The Hartford but I am looking to rejoin the Nanny force. I truly enjoyed my...
Robyn can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Robyn is lovely. She is smart, calm, diligent and very patient. We feel lucky that she was available. "

Cassandra P.

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Alyssa T.


Middlesex, NJ

$25-27/hr • 15 yrs exp

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: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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

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Edna N.


Hillsborough, NJ

$13-49/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have at least 7 years of experience with helping seniors, children and people with special needs and disabilities. I am passionate, patient and a really energetic person. I love to volunteer and help a lot.
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Katherine B.


South Bound Brook, NJ

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Katherine is a natural with kids! She is absolutely wonderful. She enjoys babysitting and is a warm and caring person! I highly recommend her for your childcare!"

Andrea P.

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Amanda R.


Perth Amboy, NJ

$22/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I live in Newark, NJ and I am a creative, compassionate, and positive person with about three and a half years experience in child care. I have experience working with multiple families! I have worked with newborns, toddlers, special needs, as well as helped with meal prep and animal care. I also don't smoke and have my...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Amanda is a super sweet, reliable and patient caregiver. She takes care of my baby boy since he was 4 months old and does really well with meeting all his needs. We're very happy we found her! "

Care member

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Michelle R.


Dunellen, NJ

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Encourages Laughter

My motto is there is always something to smile and laugh about. I have worked with many types of people while working on an ambulance for the last 10 years. I have been trained in emergency medical situations and continue my education through courses yearly. I feel that working with people in any aspect comes down to one thing,...
5.0
"Michelle is extremely reliable, friendly and honest! She would be an asset to any family, she's wonderful with children to the elderly, and everyone in between!! She's an outstanding EMT, with years of experience. Michelle would be an asset to whom ever hires her."

Brigid F.

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Keri D.


Hillsborough, NJ

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for children from infants to 11 years old. I was a family babysitter for a 6-year-old and 10-year-old twins. I then worked in various early childhood settings, enjoying preschool and pre-k, while working with families of special needs children after school.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Keri is an amazing person. She took very good care of my kids and my kids absolutely adore her as well as myself. She is very reliable, caring and has been great. I would take her back in a heartbeat. She already had a job lined up but she watched my kids until she...

Mary Ann W.

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Gabriela D.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with all children ages and experience with boys and girls. I worked as a caregiver for five years in a kindergarten/daycare with newborns and kids up to 6 years old, including children with special needs. I consider myself a very motivated person, independent, communicative, organized, honest, open minded,...
Gabriela can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I don't have anything to complain about her. I really recommend Gabby to any family, she is punctual, flexible (always there when I needed some help with my baby), lovely and mature. She took care of my 7 months old baby for a few weekends and I really appreciate...

Paula P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in New Brunswick, NJ

Aislinn B.

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.

Gina D.

5.0

We came all the way from Cali for a wedding, we needed a babysitter for the day. Gina was amazing and punctual the boys got along with her just great. I would definitely hire her again once I'm back in Jersey!

- Eric P.

Manjit K.

5.0

She take care my son pick up drop off school and after school she come on time sometime stay later if I'm late give him bath

- Daljit S.

Florence L.

5.0

Florence has been an integral part of our extended family for over a year now. She is dependable, trustworthy, and puts her heart and soul into her consumer's. You literally cannot find a better provider.

- Lauren M.

Robyn P.

5.0

Robyn was punctual, respectful and very mature. She was caring towards my children and very sweet.

- Courtney B.

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