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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Piscataway, NJ

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Piscataway, NJ

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Alyssa T.


Middlesex, NJ

$25-27/hr15 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Alyssa! I'm an outgoing person that loves kids! I'm great with children and pets all ages. I have special needs experience and am CPR certified for children and pets. I am looking for a position for date nights. I can do any weekday or weekend night. Or weekend day. I love being outside but also love to watch a great...
Alyssa can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alyssa is a fantastic babysitter, she watched my son who has autism and was great with him. I use her for date night sitting a lot. She is absolutely amazing and has such a big heart. She is definitely willing to help you out in any means needed, whether it be...

Monica G.

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Gina D.


South River, NJ

$26-27/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 7+ years of experience working with individuals with various special needs ages ranging from birth to 12 years old. I have years of experience babysitting. I have received numerous valuable training from my previous employers, specially being a certified chef I can quickly adapt and learn new things.
Gina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"We came all the way from Cali for a wedding, we needed a babysitter for the day. Gina was amazing and punctual the boys got along with her just great. I would definitely hire her again once I'm back in Jersey! "

Eric P.

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Nicole S.


Woodbridge, NJ

$24-53/hr12 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Nicole, I am 29years old. I have a lot of experience working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and Nannying since I was 18 years old. I am looking for a family who I can treat their child as one of my own and help the family with whatever they need. I also do house work; such as clean,...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I am one of her teachers and she is a very reliable student. I would highly recommend Nicole to anyone."

Ashley W.

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Melissa C.


Woodbridge, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Tutor Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a 27-year-old middle school language arts teacher living in Woodbridge, NJ. I AM FULLY COVID-19 VACCINATED!! I have my bachelor's degree in English and my Master's in Teaching with certifications in k-6, special ed., and middle school (5-8) language arts. Personally, I have worked with children for as long as I can...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the boys to the library, the park, to get ice cream after camp. Melissa became part of our family and she will...

Ariya V.

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Katherine B.


South Bound Brook, NJ

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience taking care of special needs individuals, children as well as some senior care over the last 20 years. I have experience taking of a special needs child with Downs syndrome for over a year and was a full time nanny for a toddler with special needs who was born 10 weeks premature and has hydrocephaly and...
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Tamar T.


Bridgewater, NJ

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Tamar

For the past several years (2015-current) I have been working as a caretaker for senior citizens in their homes. The job entails: cooking, dressing, baking, cleaning, laundry, shopping and keeping my clients company. Also I play piano and make some craft decorations. My past clients had enjoyed listening to me playing piano. It...
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Kathleen K.


Clark, NJ

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a college graduate and I have worked with a variety of children with special needs. I am honest and trustworthy. I love all kinds of children.
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Camelia M.


Woodbridge, NJ

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Patient And Caring With Good Communication Skills

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities and physically abused at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French nonprofit organization "L'École de clown" where I was...
5.0
"Camelia was hired as a nanny to take care of my baby about one year of age for nine months. Camelia is very caring and have great interactions with my daughter. My daughter enjoyed play time with Camelia and looked forward for when Camelia arrives. Camelia is also...

Michelle M.

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Rebecca S.


South River, NJ

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Diligent College Grad With Experience With Special Needs

I am a certified Elementary teacher. I have taught PreK with 3 and 4-year-olds for three years, 3rd grade for 1 year, and 2nd grade for 1 year. I have experience working with children with special needs from all of those settings. I have also provided respite care for families with children with special needs who need consistent...
I have always loved being around children since I can remember growing up with taking care of my younger cousins throughout my childhood. I have worked with kids and special needs since high school where I volunteered for a special needs program called BIC. I never felt like it was work for me but a rewarding experience to be...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Rayane S.


Westfield, NJ

$22-50/hr6 yrs exp

Rayane

Hello, I'm Ray a 26-year-old Brazilian geography teacher, I have been working with kids for the past 6 years. I have experience caring for kids from 12 months old to teenagers, including special needs. I graduated as a geography teacher in 2022. I think we could be a great fit!
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Rita N.


Clark, NJ

$21-47/hr7 yrs exp

Compassion Care

Hi! My name is Rita, and I am a compassionate caregiver with over seven years of experience providing exceptional care to the elderly and individuals with special needs. I am dedicated to offering excellent service, holding certifications as a Home Health Aide, in CPR, First Aid, AED, and as a Direct Support Professional. I...
Rita can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Chelsey M.


Sayreville, NJ

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have held different titles for different families throughout the years. I have been a babysitter, tutor, nanny, chauffeur, etc. Working with children is a passion of mine. I work as a pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant specializing in children with special needs. I have cared for infants as young as days old to children...
Chelsey can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Julia F.


Clark, NJ

$22-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a graduate of Rowan University with a degree in Psychology. I am currently a student at Seton Hall getting my master's in School Counseling. I have extensive experience working with individuals of all ages! I have cared for children ranging in age from 6 weeks and up. I worked as a head counselor for a recreational camp...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ashley M.


North Brunswick, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I absolutely adore kids! I have coached cheer leading for three summers. I worked a center with children who suffer from Autism and other special needs. I currently work for The Elms Of Cranbury as an activities coordinator for geriatrics and love it!
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Susan M.


Hillsborough, NJ

$21-27/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello There! My name is Susan and I have a lot of love caring and patience to share. I am an experienced babysitter and I am used to high energy special children. I am currently going to school part time for my Certified Home Health Care Degree. I enjoy working with children and keeping them active and happy. This type of job...
Previously instituted thorough quality care and direct/indirect supervision to perform client observations. Documented behaviors for adolescent residents in compliance with state regulations while working as a team to construct enjoyable activities that enhance social development.
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Mckenna F.


Somerset, NJ

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a recent law school graduate looking for week night work after my 9-5 and weekends! Before law school, I was a pre school teacher for one year and taught English abroad. I have 10+ year experience nannying children ages 0-14 and I also was a camp counselor for 3 years with elementary school aged children. I volunteer at...
Mckenna can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Stephanie D.


Franklin Park, NJ

$19-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I am a trained teacher who have completed a degree in Special Education. I have taught in the school setting for over 18 years and in an inclusive classroom with students with special needs for over 5 years. I have also had experience as a caregiver. I believe that the skills I have gained from these two professions as well as...
As a parent to an energetic 11-year-old boy and with extensive experience in the behavioral health field, I bring a unique blend of personal and professional expertise to caring for both children and adults. My experience as a parent has honed my ability to connect with children on their level, understanding their needs and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Piscataway, NJ

Alyssa T.

5.0

Alyssa is great, very reliable and someone I could depend on. Alyssa did it all, cooking, cleaning and worked on homework with the kids. Definitely recommend! The kids loved her

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Gina D.

5.0

We came all the way from Cali for a wedding, we needed a babysitter for the day. Gina was amazing and punctual the boys got along with her just great. I would definitely hire her again once I'm back in Jersey!

- Eric P.

Nicole S.

5.0

I am one of her teachers and she is a very reliable student. I would highly recommend Nicole to anyone.

- Ashley W.

Melissa C.

5.0

Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the boys to the library, the park, to get ice cream after camp. Melissa became part of our family and she will always be. My boys adore her. We wish...

- Ariya V.

Camelia M.

5.0

Camelia was hired as a nanny to take care of my baby about one year of age for nine months. Camelia is very caring and have great interactions with my daughter. My daughter enjoyed play time with Camelia and looked forward for when Camelia arrives. Camelia is also very attentive to when diaper...

- Michelle M.

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Ratings for Piscataway, NJ special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Piscataway, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.