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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Newton, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Newton, NJ
Corey F.
Blairstown, NJ
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am an experienced cna, chha, am CPR/bls certified. I have a BA from Rutgers University and experience in the special education setting as a long term substitute teacher and paraprofessional for students with specials needs. Feel free to ask me any questions!
I am a teacher during the year but I am off all summer. Looking for a jobs to do over the summer. I have my own care and have experience with special needs children.
Crystal can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Ella S.
Sparta, NJ
$25-30/hr
I myself struggle with ADHD so I know how much it takes me to talk with someone who doesn't have anything & I would love to be a safe place for them to talk to with someone who understands
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Amanda! I am looking for a babysitting job for the summer before I start my job as a Special Education Teacher. I am 23 years old and I recently graduated from TCNJ with a Master's in Elementary Special Education. I have experience working at a daycare for 4 years where I was an assistant teacher in the toddler...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Robin A.
Blairstown, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Formerly a supervisor for a group home of 36. I am a certified mental Health tech. I have worked with children from 2 weeks to 18 years of age. Was also a CNA and worked with Alzheimer's patients in nursing homes and privately. I love taking of people with special needs!
Kellie C.
Blairstown, NJ
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi my name is Kellie I'm 27yrs old. Working as a nanny is my true passion and being able to help families raise there children into great little humans is a honor and so rewarding. I have 6 years of experience in nannying . I've worked with children with special needs, medically complex, severe allergies. I have a background in...
Kellie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Herlide and I am currently working as a mental health therapist. My education and experience in the psychological field has helped build my knowledge around helping children to grow and flourish.
Previously I have worked as a substitute teacher, nanny, and camp counselor.
I have also worked with children with...
Herlide can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
I have 20 years experience heading the youth program at my church in Bergen county. This includes working with age groups six months to 21 years old.
I currently work in elementary education right here in Sussex county.
Working and interacting with youth is one of the greatest joys in my life.
I have experience...
Donna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Nicole M.
Sparta, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Funny, Energetic, Friendly Preschool Teacher W PM Flex. Looking To Connect W An Awesome Family!
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, silly, and inquisitive; nurturing, goofy, and thoughtful; honest, responsible, dependable.
I like working w/kids because it is my greatest joy and my truest passion. I have over 25 years of experience, and I take immense pride in what I do.
I'm a single mother of two beautiful...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Bonnie R.
Randolph, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Determined To Provide Wonderful Care To Your Child On A Part-time Basis.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for over 36 years. While I do not have my own children, I hold the children in my heart that I do work with near and dear to my heart. I have babysat for newborns to teenagers. I also specialize in working with children or adults with special needs. Sometimes I can be available upon short notice. I am...
Bonnie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bonnie is a kind, caring, and reliable babysitter. She asks questions and verifies how things should be done, which I appreciate greatly. She is always engaged with my two young boys and they have a great time with her."
Michelle P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified home health aid, certified EMT, have DDD training, nursing school graduate
I can identify medical emergencies and act accordingly
I have provided nutritional care, encourage and assist with activities of daily living, assist with AM & PM care, medication administration, ambulation, exercises, bath rooming,...
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of 3 grown children. I am honest and caring. I give great attention to detail. I have approximately 15 yrs of experience. I had my own business for many years when my children were in school. I started my business when I realized how much I love to help people bring a sense of peace and calm in their home....
Jessica can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation, dementia & more
5.0
"Jessica is great with my mom. We’ve tried other caregivers and she told me not to have them back! Jessica is patient, gives mom her space if she needs it and the best part - mom likes her!! Yay! Thank goodness for Jessica!"
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Christie M.
Flanders, NJ
$20-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time/Part Time Caregiver Of Infants Through 16 Year Olds And Special Needs
4.2
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a 47-year-old married female, who has 25 years of broad experience caring for infants and children through 16 years of age. I am employed as an aide in a multiply handicapped classroom at a public school system, and have worked at an infant and/or toddler room at a childcare center. I have also had clients in private homes...
Christie can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My children were very comfortable with Christie. "
Venous T.
5.0
(1)
I'm a 25-year-old college student studying to be a Pediatric neuropsychologist specializing in autism and traumatic brain injury. The past year and a half I've been working with a special needs family as a nanny for a 13-year-old non verbal autistic boy with aggression and a 14-year-old with sever emotional issues. I also do...
5.0
"Maya D was an amazing asset to my home. I'm a single mom and have a very busy schedule and she was ready to help out t anytime. My 3 special needs kids love her. And I'm looking forward to seeing more of her in the future. She even does things like cleans and...
Mia D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have been a nanny for 8 years with one of those years formerly being a Jr. Assistant for an after care program at an elementary School. I'm available to provide great references and I am vaccinated. I have experience with children in ages ranging from infant to preteens. I am...
Briana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Briana loves what she does and the way she works with kids I can't even describe it! It is more of a passion for her than "work". She is always reliable and will give you all her time and effort as needed."
Bishoy H.
Rachel D.
Lake Hopatcong, NJ
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rachel, I'm 28 and a college graduate that majored in education and received my bachelors degree May 2022. I have eight years of experience working with children, aging from newborns-13 years old. I also have a 4-year-old nephew and a 1-year-old niece who I have watched since they were born.
I have a lot of...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Rachel has always done such a great job of watching my step-son, all the way back from when he was a baby. I wouldn't choose anyone else to care for him. Highly recommended!"
Richard K.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified home health aid, certified EMT DDD trained and a nursing school graduate. I have been a HHA for over 10 yrs. I enjoy helping people maintain there independence.
My skills are extensive and adaptable to the individuals needs.
Melody can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Melody was very knowledgeable and caring. She took good care of our mom. "
Care member
Genevieve P.
Hopatcong, NJ
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Professional Experience With Children With Behavioral Disorders
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have my bachelors degree in psychology and I have over one year experience working. During the time that I was working in behavioral therapy, I had clients with a variety of behavioral disorders and mental deficiencies. I have experience working with: ADD, ADHD, ODD, APD, autism, down syndrome, mentally challenged,...
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting most of my life and have been a nanny for the last 15 years. I have lots of experience with babies and toddlers. I've also been a tutor for special needs teens. Plus I worked in the child care room at the YMCA watching babies & kids up age 12 while their parents work out for 12 years until the pandemic....
Colleen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We are very grateful for our time with Colleen. She connected with our one year old son immediately because of her warm and joyful nature. She is reliable and punctual. We felt very confident in the care she provided for our family. We highly recommend her to...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have worked with different kinds of kids with special needs and school for the blind. I worked as Child Steps in Newton Square with the little preschooler and older kids. I have been working with kids for a very long time. I am extremely passionate about working with the little angels. I absolutely Adore kids so very much!
Claudia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I have had the distinct pleasure of having Claudia as the caregiver for my teenage daughters over the past few years, and I must say, she has been nothing short of spectacular. Claudia has a magical way of connecting with teenagers—she's not just a caregiver;...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Newton, NJ
Bonnie R.
5.0
Bonnie is amazing. She is great with young kids, very dependable and trustworthy. She plans days in advance for activities and adventures for the kids. She always asks permission and she just has a great heart. We truly appreciate Bonnie and happy to have her as part of our family.
- Hayley M.
Jessica H.
5.0
Jessica is great with my mom. We’ve tried other caregivers and she told me not to have them back! Jessica is patient, gives mom her space if she needs it and the best part - mom likes her!! Yay! Thank goodness for Jessica!
- Care member
Christie M.
5.0
My children were very comfortable with Christie.
- Venous T.
Maya D.
5.0
Maya D was an amazing asset to my home. I'm a single mom and have a very busy schedule and she was ready to help out t anytime. My 3 special needs kids love her. And I'm looking forward to seeing more of her in the future. She even does things like cleans and cooks without being asked and I have...
- Mia D.
Briana C.
5.0
Briana was wonderful with my children and very attentive. Her interaction with them was great and they gravitated to her bubbling personality immediately. Highly recommend her for children of all ages!
- Care member
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Ratings for Newton, NJ special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Newton, NJ are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.