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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Orange, NJ
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Orange, NJ
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there . My name is Surayyah and I am a 2018 graduate of Bloomfield College. My major was Sociology/Criminal Justice.
I have experience with all ages as well as the special needs population. I can provide great references, I have my own transportation, and I am also CPR certified. I have no problems running errands if...
Surayyah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Surayyah was a tremendous help to our family, always willing to pitch in wherever we needed - shuttling our 3 kids to after-school activities, walking the dog, helping with homework, making the kids' dinner and more. She is reliable, shows initiative and the kids...
Sarah K.
Brigitte D.
Orange, NJ
$34/hr • 10 yrs exp
Feed and bathe patients, cared for elderly patients, maintained a sanitary area, interacted with patients, prepared snacks for lunch and attend the needs of the patients. I am passionate about what I do because it brings me joy taking care of other people knowing that I am helping them.
I have worked for about 15 years as a CHHA and I really love my job. I open my arms to all my patients and with my good work I was awarded for my dedication to their agency about my dream of helping people achieve a long life well-being.
Surayyah M.
Orange, NJ
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have worked as a para professional at Spectrum360 which is a elementary/middle school for those with special needs. I strongly believe that everyone deserves a fair chance and as a special needs caregiver I make it my business to provide the best experience no matter the area (education, life skills, social, etc )
Melissa H.
Orange, NJ
$22-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Responsible caregiver with excellent communication skills demonstrated by over 7 years proficient in providing exceptional in home support to clients with a wide range of disabilities, illnesses or other challenges.
Melissa H.
Orange, NJ
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
I am a very experience caregiver/ aid that work in the school community for kids special needs children by helping them with their daily needs and activities.
Melissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
3.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a special needs childcare provider with over 10 years of hands on experience working alongside parents, guardians, teachers and therapists to help enrich each of my client's lives. I have a bachelors degree in theatre arts. I specialize in emotional care, nurturing, and using arts and crafts, performing arts and the...
Tamara can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Warren N.
East Orange, NJ
$17-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I have experience working with individuals with specials needs as a residential counselor and Direct support Professional. I worked with the youth and elderly, helping them do daily tasks and giving medication. I also have experience working as an event coordinator and office assistant so I'm great at multitasking. My...
Warren can also help with: Hospice services, transportation, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again."
James T.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Andrea. I live in in Lyndhurst, I am Brazilian. I have experience and excellent references. I have experience with special needs, housekeeping and hospice. I am fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. I really love working with people, and I know it's a gift from God.
Andrea can also help with: Visiting physician, respite care, home modification, personal care, hospice services, dementia & more
5.0
"Andrea took care of my dad for a week while we travelled for vacation. He has multiple sclerosis and mainly bedridden or in a wheelchair. He has a lot of different needs and Andrea just knew what to do. She's very experienced, dependable, trustworthy and...
Cindy C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with little ones for over 14 years.
My love for kids is something that always provided me with amazing experiences. I truly enjoy playing, organizing crafts and activities or simple going for a walk. I was able to experience child development at every level. And I must say I enjoy all of it. I have...
Michele can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Michele is attentive and compassionate but maintains structure to keep kids on track. Very accommodating with my unpredictable work schedule. Exceptional patience with my ADHD son. Kids had a blast with her! We miss her very much:)
"
Rachelle W.
Maria T.
Caldwell, NJ
$10-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I care for my daughter with autism for 7 years. I have experience with children and adults with neurological disorders and special needs. I am very intuitive and passionate person,
Melissa J.
East Orange, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with 16 years in the field, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and calm nature allows me to create a nurturing environment where children feel safe and supported. I am also creative and imaginative, always finding fun and educational...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melissa is the most wonderful sitter we’ve ever had. She is so warm, caring, and engaged with our daughter. Her #1 priority is safety and I’ve always felt confident with her in charge. She takes our baby to the park, the library, on strolls, and keeps us updated...
Care member
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents!
I am an enthusiastic & attentive caretaker with 9 years of experience working with children ages 0-12, and people with special needs ages 5-22. I have experience in roles such as live-in nanny, substitute teacher, babysitter, daycare assistant, special needs aid, camp counselor, housekeeper and more. I have CPR and...
Malka can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
4.0
"Malka took care of our baby boy during the day while we worked from home for 3 months, from the time he was 7 months old until 10 months old. She was very personable and nice to be around in our home. At first our boy was clingy and upset to be left with someone...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Ahnia and I am a fun and loving nanny who is looking for a long term job in the NYC/North NJ area.
I have experience working at a daycare, as well as 4 years experience nannying/au pairing.
(I have also worked with twins so I can multitask
I am very dedicated to making sure the children I care for are safe...
Ahnia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ahnia is super proactive and reliable and our little one loved his time with her. When needed, we still work with her and would have her back in our home. I appreciate her communication, art skills!, and attentiveness to our little one the most."
Gabrielle S.
Anny G.
Bayonne, NJ
$35-55/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Being part of a child's education helps me unlearn in order to continue learning. Redering more than 10 years of experience, Tutoring / coaching skills and credentials and experience in Early Childhood Education, Rational-Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Chemical Dependency Counselor and RE & CBT Strategies needed to...
5.0
"Child Care regulations and child safety standards fall short in comparison to Anny's care and professionalism. "
Ray G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an experienced babysitter, I love kids and I enjoy spending time with them. I am also a therapy coach at Brain Balance Achievement Center and I have years of experience working with kids with special needs and behavior issues. I work in ABA as well and have experience working with kids on the spectrum and ADHD. I'm very...
Zorel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Our 2.5 years old boy has had a great time with Zorel! She's very patient with him and really good at being educational and caring at the same time. Definitely would recommend her"
Steven W.
Aileen B.
Newark, NJ
$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello Parents!
My name is Aileen and I'm a 27 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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Really pulled through for me at the last minute"
Care member
Tais A.
Hillside, NJ
$24-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
+3000 Hours Of Childcare Reliable Driver Excellent Swimmer English, Spanish, Portuguese Speaker
5.0
(3)
Hello families,
I'm Tais and I'm 26yo, I'm a very polite person, and responsible. I love kids and I'm energetic to play with them. For me, patience is the key when you handle with kids, be kind and interactive too.
Currently, I've been babysitting full time a 4yo boy and a newborn baby, I've been with the same family for 2 years...
Tais can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tais helped us for one weekend. She did a very good job to take care of my active 3-year-old girl. She is proficient in childcare and operated independently with minimal instructions."
Yaping W.
3.0
(1)
I am an Elementary/Middle & SPED teacher that teaches at Pss. Also, I was a camp counselor for 4 summers and Girl S leader for about 4 years. I have completed 4 internships in all types of classrooms & have done 1-on-1 tutoring of all subjects. I have worked/taught for about 2 months in direct contact with autism spectrum k-4th...
3.0
"very professional young girl, seem to have experience, but never responded again after we decided on the days she would be working. "
Rebeca C.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Short:
I am going to school to become a teacher for k-3 and special needs. I am open to any and all activities. I have babysat ages 6 months to 11 years.
Minimum of 5 hours for one time jobs s& 20 hours for reoccurring.
Long:
-As a babysitter, I have assisted in homework, cleaning and entertaining children. I can and will...
Sharifa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and birthdays, she's someone we can always count on...
Steven C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Orange, NJ
Surayyah M.
5.0
Surayyah was a tremendous help to our family, always willing to pitch in wherever we needed - shuttling our 3 kids to after-school activities, walking the dog, helping with homework, making the kids' dinner and more. She is reliable, shows initiative and the kids love her.
- Sarah K.
Warren N.
5.0
Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again.
- James T.
Andrea F.
5.0
I was so fortunate to find Andrea to care for my ailing mother. She is a beautiful, caring, compassionate woman who cared for my mother like she was her own family. My mother had the best care and comfort during her final days on this earth. I highly recommend Andrea to care for your loved ones.
- Amy E.
Michele S.
5.0
Michelle has been absolutely amazing with our 3 boys. She's reliable, creative, caring, knows how to discipline when needed and my boys love her cooking. They really enjoy her company! I would definitely recommend her to any family.
- Priscila V.
Melissa J.
5.0
Melissa is the most wonderful sitter we’ve ever had. She is so warm, caring, and engaged with our daughter. Her #1 priority is safety and I’ve always felt confident with her in charge. She takes our baby to the park, the library, on strolls, and keeps us updated throughout the day. She also goes way...
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