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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Oakland, NJ

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Oakland, NJ

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Allison O.


Midland Park, NJ

$35/hr6 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I graduated from east Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania with a masters degree in special education and applied behavior analysis. Before that I was an early childhood education major. I love kids and care taking! I began my love for helping others when I taught vacation bible school at my church every Sunday. From...
Allison can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Cheryl P.


Wayne, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Child care

I come from a large Italian Family & have extensive child care experience with children of all ages including Special Needs. I enjoy the outdoors & like going for walks. I Enjoy baking, reading & doing Arts & Crafts. I'm looking for a Long Term, PT or FT Nanny position. I'm available to sit Friday- Sunday Evenings as well....
Cheryl can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kristina G.


Wayne, NJ

$27/hr8 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Kristina I'm A Local Resident Who Is Determined To Give The Best Care That's Needed.

My name is Kristina i'm 30 years old and I currently live in Wayne, Nj. I'm a dedicated and empathetic caregiver with over 7 years of hands-on experience providing exceptional care to elderly and disabled individuals. Skilled in daily living assistance, medication management and ensuring a safe, comfortable patient environment....
Kristina can also help with: Personal care, companionship, dementia, home modification, meal prep, specialized care & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

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Aliyiah G.


Paterson, NJ

$19-24/hr7 yrs exp

I've worked with kids mostly kids with special needs I know how to have a lot of patience. I have a lot of nieces and nephews that I've taken care of and my own kids that I have. I love taking care of kids and making sure they are cared properly. I love playing board games with them & doing different activities. Having different...
Aliyiah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I have been babysitting for the last 10 years for family friends with children from ages 1 month to 10 years old. For the last year, I have worked as a Teacher's Aide in a Special Needs Preschool classrooms.
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Chelcie S.


Wayne, NJ

$15-19/hr8 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Chelcie and I am looking for some part time babysitting. I am currently a teacher and certified in k-6 elementary and k-12 special education. I am also RBT and ABA certified. I have worked for the past 7 years in a special education Autism ABA classroom. I have experience with all ages and have worked with...
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Rosetta T.


Waldwick, NJ

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate, Trustworthy Women Looking To Join A Nice Family

I've been working with children for many years. I'm fun, energetic, responsible, and very patient. I am CPR/First Aid Certified in infants/children and Adults and have obtained a Child Day Care Certificate and Registered Medical Assistant certificate. I have experience with special needs children, have worked with very sick...
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Joan J.


Waldwick, NJ

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Pediatric Occupational Therapist With 20 Years Experience

I am a retired Pediatric Occupational Therapist with 20+ experience. I've been trained in Sensory Integration, Childhood Development and specifically, how to address and manage behaviors of children on the Autistic Spectrum. I specialize in not only the child, but in parental training, for these children with very special needs.
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Claudine B.


Paterson, NJ

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

I am a nursing student at BCC. Throughout my clinical experiences I have learned how to take care of individual with various disabilities. I am caring, compassionate and is approachable. I take pride in what I do and aim for 100% patient satisfaction. With me, you and your love one will be treated with respect and love. Looking...
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Karyna C.


Lincoln Park, NJ

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Karyna

Hi, My name is Karyna and I have 4 years of experience in childcare and have worked as an ABA therapist for over a year now with children ranging from ages 1-7 years old. I am passionate about working with children with special needs and I look forward to meeting you and your child! I'd describe my personality as patient,...
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Lorraine E.


Wyckoff, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For A Full Time / Part Time Nanny Position

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lori, I'm 58 years old and have four children who are all adults. I have worked in a special needs school for nine years, with all ages of children and have experience in all areas. I babysat for a family after school for seven years. I also worked for another family for 5 years w 3 children. I'm willing to...
Lorraine can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Dorit B.


Fair Lawn, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have 20+ years of experience, 14 of them being with one family of 3 and another 6 years with two children (one with special needs). I am dedicated, caring, trustworthy, and excited to work with children. I have experience with newborn twins, teens, and children on the spectrum. I have many great references that would be...
Dorit can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Ana A.


Haledon, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Home Health, Phlebotomy Tech And CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I start work with different agencies for about 10 years as a home health. I'm still certified home health but I work directly with the family through the Public partnership. My skills is working with special needs. Now I just graduate from CNA and I'm ready to give all my experience, my skills and my compassion to the ones who...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Perla M.


Wayne, NJ

$19-50/hr2 yrs exp

I am currently a nursing student at william paterson university. I've had experience with kids for several years since my mother has been taking care of children since I was born. Later on, when I got older I would help her and have taken care of children of all ages including children with special needs. I plan on working with...
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Sara H.


Haledon, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

I've worked as an Occupational Therapy Assistant for 20 years with the pediatric population from Children's Hospital Rehab unit to the school setting. I've enjoyed my time immensely not only with the child but seeing their success carry over into the home. I find the first step of being able to connect with the child important...
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Lexi R.


Mahwah, NJ

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

I currently work with special needs children as well as adults. I have covered oppositional behavioral disorder, mental illness, ADD, ADHD, Autism as well as those with physical limitaitions. I am also a life coach so I am able to read my audience and adjust my interaction to make your loved one feel they are with someone...
I'd describe my personality as nurturing full of life and caring I like caring for seniors because it brings a sense completion knowing that I make a difference aiding and helping someone who can no longer help them selves and certain aspects of life! I'm looking for a job that I can make a difference for the better I...
Deshonette can also help with: Meal prep, errands, home modification, light cleaning, live-in home care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Aleasa M.


Ramsey, NJ

$30-35/hr9 yrs exp

Caretaker

Hi! My name is Aleasa and I am 26 years old. I am a pediatric Occupational Therapist and have worked with neurotypical children, special needs, adults, and geriatric populations. I have my bachelors degree and a Masters degree in Occupational Therapy from Kean University. I have been a nanny/babysitter/caretaker for 9+ years. I...
Aleasa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

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Jenna C.


Hawthorne, NJ

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

Childcare Jenna

Hi! My name is Jenna. I am a Special Education Teacher in a urban city school. I work with children who are autistic that are in grades Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade. I am certified to teach students with disabilities. Before teaching, I worked as a Children's Librarian. I coordinated story time, arts and crafts, and other...

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