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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Newark, NJ

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Newark, NJ

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Thembelihle N.


Newark, NJ

$18-23/hr6 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Thembelihle , originally from South Africa. I am a reliable babysitter with over 8 years of experience, including 4 years of care for children with special needs. I am an Excellent listener, Fun and engaging, Caring, compassionate, and patient. I have a First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate. I enjoy being surrounded by...
Thembelihle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ashleyrose C.


Newark, NJ

$21-23/hr2 yrs exp

I am currently employed at Englewood as a nursing assistant and take my job very seriously . I help with daily care activities such as feeding , bathing , walking and dressing . I have experience with special needs and dentist patients as well as. I have experience with surgical patients as well as I use to work on a surgical...
Ashleyrose can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, transportation

Nadia S.


Newark, NJ

$23-25/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

(12)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Nadia! I am 24 years old and studied Early Childhood Education in college . I've been caring for children and pets since I was about 11 or 12. I've been a nanny going on 3 years now I also have experience working in daycare with 2 to 5-year-olds as well as home care with babies as young as 9 weeks old. My experience also...
Nadia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Nadia has been babysitting my sister since she was 3yrs old and she loves her. Naturally, Nadia became a part of our family and attends my sister’s middle school track meets today."

Care member

Patricia C.


Newark, NJ

$19-24/hr6 yrs exp

Helping Families That Need Me

I've been taking care of ADHD kids and autistic kids for 7 years and I love helping them it's it's been my dream my whole entire life to help families that really need my help and I have this passion to always make sure these kids are safe no matter what it is take them to the park take them outside let them enjoy fresh air cook...
1.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've experience with Autism, Down Syndrome , Physical and Cerebral Palsy, Sign Language, Attention Deficit and enteral tube feeding. Covid Vaccinated and C P R I'm Maria, I'm 25 years old and I'm Brazilian. NJ Driver License I'm IQ, experience with children between 0 and 15 years I was a volunteer in Peru, working with...

Roberta R.


Newark, NJ

$19-45/hr10 yrs exp

I have been in the healthcare field for the past 15years and still happy with what I do. I enjoy extending hands.

Robert P.


Newark, NJ

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

I took care of my parents for many years, & especially my mom these past 4 years until she just passed away, we worked together on cleaning her, bathing, dressing, light therapy, meals, meds prep, crafts...
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Mary O.


Newark, NJ

$25-45/hr7 yrs exp

Hello, I graduated with a BA in Psychology and I have been caring for children for a long time. I had my first child-care experience with newborn twins. I have experience caring for children from infant through 16 years old (including multiples). I have both assistant teacher and after-care teacher experience. I am caring and...

Maria O.


Newark, NJ

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Infant Qualified(IQ) Toddlers

Special needs, Newborn, Toddlers and Teenagers Autism, Down Syndrome, Physical and Cerebral Palsy, Sign Language, Newborns, Toddlers, Attention Deficit and enteral tube feeding. Covid Vaccinated and CPR Teacher's Assistant and Nanny - United States 2021 - today NY DL +8 experience and I've my own car! I was a volunteer in Peru,...
Maria can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Aileen B.


Newark, NJ

$27-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello Parents! My name is Aileen and I'm a 26 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: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Ashley J.


Newark, NJ

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Ashley and I'm a professional in childcare having over 10 years experience. I am a graduate student with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. While in school I interned in infant and kindergarten classrooms. Learning the stages of children development. Upon graduating I went on to becoming a Preschool...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Sarah R.


Jersey City, NJ

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

CNA

I have 3 years of experience with gerontology. I have also worked in several nursing homes as an HHA and a CNA. I also work with special needs kids.
Sarah can also help with: Mobility assistance, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Dee J.


Staten Island, NY

$21-30/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver. Certified Nursing Assistant.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate Special Needs Caregiver. CNA Hello! My name is Dee and I am a dedicated and compassionate special needs caregiver w/ 6 plus years of experience in this field. I bring a wealth of knowledge and a genuine passion for helping clients live fulfilling lives. Adults and children with physical, intellectual, and...
Dee can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

5.0
"Dee has been with us for 7 weeks while our regular aid is away. She is professional and very dependable; always attentive and willing to change with the needs of the family. Dee has a great rapport with my parents, especially my father, who suffers from lewy body...

Diana H.

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Mattie N.


Brooklyn, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Caring after my own nieces and nephews is where I began childcare in my teens. I have experience with children from birth-teens. Prior tasks have included completing educational activities, naps, and light meals. I have also provided one on one homework help and tutoring. I currently teach English to 7th grade students. I have...
Mattie can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Mattie helped look after and transport our kiddo from school to his OT appointments two times a week for entire the school year. She was prompt, reliable and really pleasant to work with! She would be a great fit to help support your childcare needs! "

Kelly M.

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Rachael D.


Brooklyn, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Warm Sitter

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I grew up in a big family, now I have lots of nieces and nephews. I have a lot of experience watching children as young as weeks old. I created my own camps for kids, I worked as a camp counselor for teens, and I've also had a job as a daycare assistant. I am finishing medical school in November(2023), and I will hopefully...
Rachael can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Rachael was great babysitting our 7-month-old! She was very communicative and responsible. "

Christina K.

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Brittany G.


West New York, NJ

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have experience working with kids with Autism and mental illness. I am comfortable with low functioning-high functioning.
5.0
"Brittany has been caring for our 2 boys for some time now and she has always been tremendously responsible, and our boys have always seemed to enjoy the time spent with her! Brittany does not simply sit and watch television, ignoring our children but always...

Care member

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Dahlia E.


Union, NJ

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

I Am Loving Caring And Dependable.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I been working with seniors for over 8 years now specializing Alzheimer or Dementia and etc. I am licensed CNA and CHHA. I take care of seniors in assisted living. I am currently holding a DDD license as Individual Contractor working with DDD in the State of New Jersey.
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Tyler C.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Fun 24 Year Old Male

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.

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Elisa H.


Staten Island, NY

$28-55/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 26 years old, I have been working with infants, children& teenagers for over 10 years now and have been a Nanny for over 9 years. I am CPR&First Aid certified for infants, children and adults. I have a clean drivers license and have a reliable car for pick ups, drop offs & errands. I am ok with any animals. I care for...
Elisa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Fabulous, the kids love her. We all love her."

Kim T.

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Victoria P.


Verona, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated Childcare Professional

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I'm Victoria, a passionate and dedicated childcare professional with 14 years of experience nurturing and caring for children of all ages. I started my journey as a mother's helper at 12 years old and have since honed my skills in caring for multiple children, including those with special needs. What sets me apart is my...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My daughter likes spending time with her. She is also great with dogs. She really does a great job with my daughter. She started watching her around 10 months - she is almost 2 now. I feel safe leaving my house, daughter, and dog in Victoria's hands when I go out."

Jill Y.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Newark, NJ

Nadia S.

5.0

Nadia has been babysitting my sister since she was 3yrs old and she loves her. Naturally, Nadia became a part of our family and attends my sister’s middle school track meets today.

- Care member

Dee J.

5.0

Dee has been with us for 7 weeks while our regular aid is away. She is professional and very dependable; always attentive and willing to change with the needs of the family. Dee has a great rapport with my parents, especially my father, who suffers from lewy body dementia. She just knows how to...

- Diana H.

Mattie N.

5.0

Mattie helped look after and transport our kiddo from school to his OT appointments two times a week for entire the school year. She was prompt, reliable and really pleasant to work with! She would be a great fit to help support your childcare needs!

- Kelly M.

Rachael D.

5.0

Rachael was great babysitting our 7-month-old! She was very communicative and responsible.

- Christina K.

Brittany G.

5.0

Brittany has been caring for our 2 boys for some time now and she has always been tremendously responsible, and our boys have always seemed to enjoy the time spent with her! Brittany does not simply sit and watch television, ignoring our children but always interacts with them especially our oldest...

- Care member

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