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Find special needs caregivers in Princeton, NJ that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in Princeton, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years
Special needs caregivers in Princeton, NJ
5.0
(14)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Dear Families,
Are you looking for a trustworthy and loving nanny to care for you precious children? With over 20 years of experience nurturing newborns to young teens, including those with special needs, I'd be delighted to provide a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for your child to thrive!
As a dedicated and...
Vishakha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Vickie was fabulous with our two toddlers. Such fun and engaging play! She is very attentive and trustworthy and wonderful at getting into the rhythm of the family. I recommend her highly! "
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have a CNA license and experience caring for large families, twins, and children with special needs. I am the eldest of seven and started babysitting for my younger siblings, three of whom are low-functioning autistic and two of whom are twins. Outside of my family, I have cared for children ranging from 4 months to 18 years...
Barbara can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Barbara has been helping my family for the last few months and has been amazing. My kids are a handful and very picky but they love Barbara she is very patient understanding and cares. Couldn't say enough good things about her. "
Sarah S.
Pamela K.
Princeton, NJ
$28-29/hr • 9 yrs exp
Available For Part/full Time Work, Including But Not Limited To Companionship, Household Duties, Per
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Reliable private duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations, while not being an alarmist. Within the last eight years , I've cared for those with MS, Dementia, Parkinson's and a variety of age related illnesses. I am Adept at meal preparation , assisting in the maintenance of a...
Pamela can also help with: Dementia, home modification, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Really good person who cares. Simply perfect with my dad who has Alzheimer's. Wish I could clone her"
Staci S.
Barbara B.
Princeton, NJ
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have extensive experience caring for large families, twins, and children with special needs. I am the eldest of seven children and started babysitting for my younger siblings, three of whom are low-functioning autistic, seven years ago. Outside of my family, I have cared for children ranging from 4 months to 14 years of age as...
Hi! My name is Abby. I have lots of experience with people with disabilities of all ages. I taught swim lessons and was a teachers assistant for the special education classroom at Hopewell. I also worked with the speech therapist as an assistant.
Hello,
My name is Sarah, I'm 21 years old, I'm a very responsible, loving, playful, and caring individual. I have 1 older brother, 1 younger sister and 2 little brothers. My younger brother is only 3 years old. I volunteer to help my mom with the kids all the time. I have been babysitting since when I was 16. I'm very passionate...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alexa and I've been working with children since I was 13. My first experience working with children was as a volunteer classroom assistant for children with special needs. I went on to work as an aftercare teacher along with nannying for various families in my hometown. I have experience and am comfortable working...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working with adults and children with special needs for a 10+ years now. I absolutely love making a difference in people's lives. I worked with individuals diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida as well as a range of autistic disorders. This has always been my passion.
I have a BA in Psychology and I'm certified...
I have eight years of caring for children as a baby sitter and as a sailing coach in Newport, RI. Experience with all ages (including infants) and experience with special needs children.
Ainsley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Working with elderly and children has been my passion for two decades now.
I consider myslef as a caring, loving, reliable and honest person .
I am a CNA and CHHA . I've been caring for patients with different health conditions (cancer, diabetics, Alzheimer's, Parkinson , dementia, MS, mood disorders etc. I have acquired the...
Claudia can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Claudia worked for my husband and I for over two years , coming to our house three times per week to help with medication, bathing and taking my husband to his physical and speech therapy. I can totally recommend Claudia as a caregiver, she always had a smile on...
Lucille B.
Siani R.
Lawrence Township, NJ
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Siani, pronounced (C-ahn-nee) and I've been working with children for about 8 years now and I have enjoyed it every step of the way. I was originally enrolled in an early childhood degree program and have taken several courses involving early childhood education and care. I've worked with children 6-weeks to...
Siani can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Siani has helped babysit our infant son on multiple occasions. She is reliable, kind, and has a great way with children. We look forward to having Siani watch our son again in the future."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced caregiver, with over 15 years of experience looking after individuals of all ages. I have previously worked in an elder care facility looking after individuals with dementia, and I've also worked in an adult daycare facility looking after people with special needs. I can assist with daily activities of living...
Marcia can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, respite care, mobility assistance, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Marcia is one of the sweetest, most reliable, trustworthy, and hardworking caregivers we have come across. We hired Marcia to look after my elderly father after he returned from an in-patient rehab stay and required extra care. From the moment I spoke with Marcia,...
Adrien U.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am very interested to help you. I am honest, responsible, with ethics and very high moral values. I am good at caring for children, adults, or people with special needs. I am very affectionate and responsible with the children, adults and responsible with their care. I like to perform different activities with the...
Oliva Magnolia can also help with: Personal care, respite care
5.0
"I am a caregiver who was given the responsibility of hiring additional caregivers for a client. Magnolia is amazing. She is extremely reliable, dedicated and very hardworking. She had also worked extra hours to cover other caregivers shifts. I couldn't be more...
Paul M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children from infants to 11 years old. I was a family babysitter for a 6-year-old and 10-year-old twins. I then worked in various early childhood settings,
enjoying preschool and pre-k, while working with families of special needs children after school.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"wonderful and great with our son"
Stacey And Joe B.
Alexis D.
Trenton, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I work full-time at a law office as well as a personal assistant, and property manager. I've been babysitting for 15 years now and have watched an array of children from newborns to teenagers. I am a responsible babysitter who encourages fun, creative activities to aid children's growth and foster each child's curiosity and...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexis is an absolute pleasure to be with. She is extremely helpful in the house and with children. My three kids ages 7-1 all love her and are happy to be with her over me! She is very responsible and on top of things. She is great at planning activities and...
Hilary M.
Diana B.
Plainsboro, NJ
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been working with kids ages 5-21 on the autism spectrum for 7 years now. I am aba and crisis management certified. I also am cpep certified. Now I do private in home behavior therapy through the cpep program. I love working with special needs kids and see how much they improve and learn through me. I had a lot of severe...
5.0
"We interviewed Diana, and we are looking forward to working with her for occasional needs and back up care. Her many years of experience with children with behavioral challenges (my daughter has SPD) show through in the concrete examples and her confidence during...
Angela C.
Sarah O.
Princeton Junction, NJ
$18-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 years experience working with special needs children and 1 year working with neurotypical children as well.
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We have worked with Sarah for a year. She is an incredible human, reliable, kind, and trustworthy. My kid loves her and so do we."
Lorgia G.
4.4
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Melanie and I have been working with children for over 17 years. I am a Special Education Paraprofessional currently employed in the Hillsborough Public School district. I have experience with children/ young adults ages 2-23 ranging in different special needs. Since finding care. com I have done mostly...
Melanie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We have been working with Melanie for afterschool care, some meal preparation for my daughter and transportation to afterschool activities. My 9 year old daughter LOVES Melanie! We do too. Melanie is caring, responsible and communicative. Working with Melanie...
Care member
Claudia L.
Pennington, NJ
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of a wonderful teenager. I've worked in my country as a teacher and special needs educator for more than seven years. I love to work with kids who have autism, Asperger's and any special needs. I am a caring , loving person who always give my best.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am honest, responsible, with ethics and very high moral values. I am good at caring for children, adults, or people with special needs. I am very affectionate and responsible with the children and responsible with their care. I like playing with them, reading, doing fun things. I like pets and nature. I would love to be able...
5.0
"Magnolia is terrific!
She's come to help our household with cleaning, organizing and has cared for our infant daughter when our nanny was ill. Magnolia is dependable, very hard working, smart and considerate. I've recommended her to friends to help with...
Yulieth P.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Princeton, NJ
Vishakha K.
5.0
Vishakha ji is a wonderful person,she took great care of my kid,both me and my kid felt very comfortable with her,I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for the best caregiver.
- Care member
Barbara B.
5.0
Barbara has been helping my family for the last few months and has been amazing. My kids are a handful and very picky but they love Barbara she is very patient understanding and cares. Couldn't say enough good things about her.
- Sarah S.
Pamela K.
5.0
Really good person who cares. Simply perfect with my dad who has Alzheimer's. Wish I could clone her
- Staci S.
Claudia L.
5.0
Claudia worked for my husband and I for over two years , coming to our house three times per week to help with medication, bathing and taking my husband to his physical and speech therapy. I can totally recommend Claudia as a caregiver, she always had a smile on her face, was punctual, reliable and...
- Lucille B.
Siani R.
5.0
Siani has helped babysit our infant son on multiple occasions. She is reliable, kind, and has a great way with children. We look forward to having Siani watch our son again in the future.
- Care member
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Ratings for Princeton, NJ special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Princeton, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.