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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Phillipsburg, NJ

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Phillipsburg, NJ

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Jenna K.


Phillipsburg, NJ

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a very passionate individual who loves working with children/ adults with special needs. I have worked in many day programs. I spent most of my time in behavioral center programs. I also substitute in local school districts as a special ed teachers aid.
5.0
"Jenna was very sweet and patient."

Sherri K.

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Christine B.


Phillipsburg, NJ

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an elementary teacher and mother with two boys with ADHD. As a teacher, I have also been blessed with students in my classroom with Asperger's, ADHD, Dyslexia, MD, and learning disabilities. While I am a certified special education teacher, I have also been lucky enough to have wonderful relationships with my colleagues and...
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Gabriela P.


Phillipsburg, NJ

$18/hr3 yrs exp

3.5

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

As a childcare provider with two decades of experience, I am passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. My previous babysitting roles have reinforced my desire to make a positive impact on their lives. I am patient, calm, creative, and friendly, which helps me connect with children of all ages. I firmly...
Gabriela can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Little K. is not to make new friends easy. He can be very cold to strangers, but not to Gabriela. Within an hour they were best friends."

Sam S.

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Gabriela P.


Phillipsburg, NJ

$15/hr10 yrs exp

As I Am A Mom Who Is Very Patient And Understanding, And Would Like To Help Others.

I love working with special needs children. I've spent most of my life taking care of children through jobs, volunteering, and raising my own family. I feel I have a natural talent for working with and caring for children of all needs.
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Diane B.


Phillipsburg, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver/driver Available - Very Flexible With Hours.

I have experience caring for special needs children, cooking, & transportation needs. I'm patient, and will cherish your child/children as I do my own.
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Rinal D.


Phillipsburg, NJ

$15-16/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a Direct Support Specialist with 9+ years of experience. I work with Mentally Disabled Adults with different disabilities ranging in the ages from 25 years old - 80 years old. I worked with adults with epilepsy (seizure disorder) schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, autism and etc. CPR and First Aid certified.
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Johanna M.


Phillipsburg, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Active Caregiver Hoping To Help You Enjoy Some Adult Time.

Here is a little about me: I am in presently working in my third career, third if you count raising 4 children as one of them. After substituting in local schools I took a support staff position in a program for students with multiple disabilities in a local school district. I loved it and have been there 17years. From 2014...
I'm a dedicated childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and imagination, allows me to engage children in various activities that are both fun and educational. With an intense background of working with children with special needs I hold a...
Dalilah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

I am 21 years old and I love kids. I knew I loved kids since my 7-year-old brother was born and I took care of him growing up. I have been babysitting since I was 14, I worked in a day care for 2 years and I also worked as a paraprofessional at a special needs school. I love being around kids and helping them grow. My goal is to...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Agata K.


Milford, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Agata and I'm 42 years old. I graduated with a master's degree in education from Nicolaus Capernicus University in Torun, Poland, with a specialization in special education. I have over 18 years of experience working with children. The last 6 years I have spent working with special needs children aged 3 to 8 in a...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Agata was a great caregiver of our children (7m and 5.5 yo). She genuinely cared about them. She is responsible, reliable and flexible. She loved getting down on the floor to play with them. She is creative and did fun projects and crafts. She listened to our...

Monika S.

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Carolyn L.


Washington, NJ

$18-23/hr

Friendly, Compassionate, Nurturing.

I currently work for an elder gentleman who is terminal during the week. I only mention that since I don't have a health care resume. I bathe, change diapers, massage feet, light house cleaning and cooking. Take his wife on occasion too the store or run errands, I am very friendly and work well with adults and children.
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Judy G.


Easton, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

EXPERIENCED NANNY

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over three decades of experience working with children including special needs through my former positions in classrooms and as a church music director, transportation manager, nanny positions and caring for numerous nieces and nephews while my own children grew. I am a mother of four adult children and Grammy of two....
Judy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Judy came into our home and we knew right away she would be the one we needed to take care of our children. Judy is caring, patient, compassionate, and most of all loving to both of our daughters. She helped give our children the confidence they needed to complete...

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Robyn S.


Bangor, PA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for special needs individuals. I have cared for the blind, those with cerebral palsy and other diagnosis. I keep God at my center which keeps me gentle and encouraging. I am reliable and understand the importance of showing up consistently.
5.0
"Robyn responded very quickly and came to my home within the hour when I was in a jam. She is very helpful and supportive."

Jeanne K.

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Alyssa F.


Martins Creek, PA

$14-19/hr7 yrs exp

Grad Student Available For Babysitting, Tutoring, Pet Sitting, Etc!

My name is Alyssa. I am currently a graduate student studying Speech Language Pathology at DeSales University. I have years of experience working with children and adults with special needs. I have worked as a summer camp counselor for years at a camp for children who stutter. I love hiking, crafting, and baking!
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
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Carina V.


Milford, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Responsible...looking To Help You In Any Way I Can : )

Hi! My name is Carina. I am a Mom to two beautiful boys. I am looking to do what I love, which is providing care for people and pets. I have over 10 yrs experience with special needs children(as well as my 9yr old son also having special needs) I also have many yrs experience with pets of all kinds. I am responsible and always...
Carina can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Megan T.


Bethlehem, PA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Creative And Energetic Child Care Provider

As a licensed school counselor, art teacher, and former summer camp director, I bring my passion for fun and play to life in my work with children. My previous position was as a school counselor at a special education school for students with developmental disabilities, and I believe I would be a great fit for a special needs...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
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Joni O.


Easton, PA

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

Patient And Loving Care Taker

My name is Joni and I have been in the Easton area since October of last year. I moved here from GA where I was a special education paraprofessional and had experience with kids with autism, Down syndrome, and other areas of special education. I have helped feed them and assist them in the bathroom. I have had ABA training and...
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Agata K.


Milford, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Job

Since graduation I worked with children and youth with special needs (mental retardation, Down syndrome, autism). Some of these children ventilated with respirators and had intestinal pump feeding. Each of them had other problems and needed another care. Working with these children is a great joy for me and their greatest...
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Kate W.


Easton, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

My profession is in the counseling field. I work with children and adolescents who have mental health, behavioral, and developmental disabilities for the state of new jersey. Past experience as a special needs babysitter, camp counselor, and supervisor of various aftercare programs. I have a flexible schedule, ideally looking...
Kate can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Grace M D.


Bethlehem, PA

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello, my name is Grace. I was a CNA then moved on to be a direct support professional. I enjoy helping and caring for others and building relationships.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Phillipsburg, NJ

Jenna K.

5.0

Jenna was very sweet and patient.

- Sherri K.

Gabriela P.

5.0

Little K. is not to make new friends easy. He can be very cold to strangers, but not to Gabriela. Within an hour they were best friends.

- Sam S.

Agata K.

5.0

Agata was a great caregiver of our children (7m and 5.5 yo). She genuinely cared about them. She is responsible, reliable and flexible. She loved getting down on the floor to play with them. She is creative and did fun projects and crafts. She listened to our directions well and was always...

- Monika S.

Judy G.

5.0

We LOVE Judy. My husband and I moved to Easton PA for his job a year ago with no friends or family and two children, a now 1.5 year old son and a 4.5 year old daughter. Judy has been our saving grace! She has raised four children of her own and watched many others over her many years in the...

- Megan P.

Robyn S.

5.0

Robyn responded very quickly and came to my home within the hour when I was in a jam. She is very helpful and supportive.

- Jeanne K.

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