Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Ridgewood, NJ

I have worked with children of all ages! I have also worked with special needs children and adults. I have over 15+ years experience in childcare.

I have worked at a summer camp for six years, and I am currently a division leader in charge of 75 kids. My brother has autism, so I have been around special needs my whole life, which has given me a deep understanding and compassion for children with diverse needs. I am a kind and patient individual who is passionate about...

Mark can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Ariel S.

Hackensack, NJ

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Career

4.5

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I worked for the YMCA in Tarrytown as a camp counselor for ages 4-16. I worked at G. Day Camp as a floating counselor for boys and girls ages 6-12. This included aiding a special needs preteen. I am comfortable with newborns, toddlers, and older children. In addition I am an avid animal lover. My miniature dachshund Suzie is 16...

Ariel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision

Skills:

CPR

5.0

"Ariel is an extremely reliable and attentive care provider. She has a lot of energy, is very attune to the needs of the children she is watching and makes sure to provide a safe, fun environment. I would definitely hire Ariel in the future! "

Rachael S.

Lucia R.

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified SPED Teacher

4.0

(1)

I have been babysitting children for over 15 years. I have babysat for all ages including multiple children at the same time for families. Previously, I worked taking care of adults with special needs and children with special needs. I used to work at an adult daycare and worked as a camp counselor for 4 summers. Previously, I...

Lucia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

4.0

"I interviewed Lucia and found her to be very professional. She had a well prepared resume listing her excellent experiences. Unfortunately her school schedule did not coincide with our childcare needs."

Emily A.

Luciana Paula P.

River Edge, NJ

$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Career Nanny Experienced Available For Week, Night And Weekend

5.0

(4)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a creative, responsible, reliable, friendly, and fun nanny who has over 6 years of experience in child care as well as experience in recreation with kids and teens. I also have experience driving kids to school or other activities and a degree in early childhood education. I am still interested in continuing my studies with...

Luciana Paula can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel

Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0

"Luciana was so wonderful and sweet with our baby (who was not at all easy to care for!). She was responsive and professional and I would absolutely hire her again."

Care member

Nicole C.

Paterson, NJ

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Experienced & CPR Certified Summer Nanny & Occasional Sitter!

5.0

(3)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a school-based pediatric Speech Therapist looking for local jobs for my summer "off"! I have been sitting/nannying formally since 2015. I am CPR certified, have experience with up to 3 kids at a time. Im a mom of a 2. 5-year-old and am versed in respectful parenting techniques. I enjoy crafts and games with kids, as well as...

Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0

"I'd enthusiastically recommend Nicole to anyone looking for a trustworthy, responsible and caring childcare provider. Nicole cared for my two children (2yo and 5 yo) over the summer months. I am grateful that I could completely trust her to follow the guidelines I...

Nicole L.

Robyne M.

Paramus, NJ

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Or Eldercare On Call

5.0

(4)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

ALL AGES. Decades experience in management for family crisis and trauma, DV/SA, physical & emotional disabilities. Previous youth minister and owner special needs childcare. Foster Parent and Foreign Student Family Host. Certified in CPR, First Aid, Advanced Medical, Nutrition, PDD, Autism Spectrum. *Animal allergy, so please...

Robyne can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

5.0

"Robyne was so sweet with our son. He is 14 months old and she watched him while we were in town for a family wedding. This was my first time leaving my son with a stranger, so I was a little nervous but everything went great. I would recommend Robyne for those...

Care member

Gladys C.

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

5.0

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Gladys from Bogota NJ. I am 57 years old. I have a caregiver experience of over 6 years . I am a certified Home Health Aide. I have also trained as a special needs education teacher for over 10 years. My goal is to provide care and support to the seniors and children with special needs. I have worked in nursing...

Gladys can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, personal care

Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0

"Gladys is reliable and easy to communicate with. She took great care of my grandma! Thank you Gladys!"

Julie C.

Alicia M.

$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Super Friendly And Great With Understanding Kids

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

babysitting since I was 12 years old and enjoy caring for others and helping out. I am certified in CPR and have worked with special needs children and helping them develop throughout the years,

Alicia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"She was very kind and my kids loved her. They would always want her to watch them even when i'll be at home watching them! Highly recommend and she's very good with kids. I'll always rely on her to watch them again!"

Becky R.

Alicia M.

$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

(1)

I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and enjoy caring for others and helping out. I am certified in CPR and have worked with special needs children and helping them develop throughout the years. I am experienced with toddlers mostly and children the age 10 and younger. I also bring games and other educational...

5.0

"we interviewed her and thought she'd be just perfect with our daughter who has autism. right away she was interacting and playing together which she has never done with a stranger before! we sadly never got to hire her because we had to move last minute in another...

Lindsey L.

Tracey G.

Bergenfield, NJ

$23-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

Special Needs, Senior Care

5.0

(7)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver for Special Needs, Senior Care, Child Care. I have over 18 years of experience. I am available for week night M-F overnight (flexible with start time)(7/8pm-7am)or weekend Fri-Sun overnight...

Tracey can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0

"As a first time mommy, I needed extra help with my son. At one month old Tracey came to the rescue! She was very patient not only with our son, but also with my husband and I as new parents who had no idea what we were doing. She came on time, made herself at home...

Christina D.

Tiffany E.

Westwood, NJ

$25-38/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

(15)

Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Tiffany! I'm 29 years old from Westwood, New Jersey. My childcare experience began with mommy-helping at age 12 then independently babysitting at age 17. I have traveled the tri-state area and worked with children all ages from infancy to teenagers. I have also worked with individuals who had varying specials needs. I...

Tiffany can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Tiffany arrived on time with smiles and bubbles! She was friendly, fun, held proper boundaries and offered an incentive for good behavior. I was pleased and I am grateful for her service to my family!"

Nicole L.

Christina S.

Passaic, NJ

$35/hr

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I been in the field for 15 year u have the opportunity to meet all different people im kind I have a lot of compassion.

5.0

"Christina has been great taking care of my 3 year old."

Kiara G.

Marc B.

Saddle Brook, NJ

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Marc. After years of Retail Management, I have decided to pursue my passion for helping others. I am a mature, responsible adult, who is very family oriented. My passion for special needs care giving started with raising my medically fragile disabled child, who is now an adult. My son has a rare seizure disorder,...

5.0

"Mark is a very caring individual when it comes to helping other in need. Very compassionate and hard working. Will go that extra mile in any situation. Very dependable and a hard worker. Would be lucky to have him as a care giver "

Aimee S.

Anna Gabriella D.

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Lots Of Laughs With Anna Banana!

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! With four years of experience in the early childcare setting and two years working with special needs individuals under my belt, I would say there is not much I cannot handle. Despite my young age, I bring a responsible, caring, yet fun and engaging energy to any family! Prepped with sample lesson plans acquired during my...

Anna Gabriella can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Anna is a very responsible caregiver. She had to juggle multiple drop-off/pick-ups for my kids each day. She managed my 4 kids and was very playful with them. I would recommend her for a childcare position."

Michelle L.

Rosetta T.

Waldwick, NJ

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Sweet Caring Girl Looking To Join A Nice Family To Be An Extension Of Them To Care For Loved Ones

5.0

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, hard working, trustworthy. I'm looking for a position where I can become part of your family that's long term. Communication is important to me. I'm fun, energetic, responsible, and patient. I am CPR/First Aid Certified in infants/children and Adults and have obtained a Child Day...

Rosetta can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Rosie is a wonderful, trustworthy and dependable caretaker. My kids took to her right away! She is always punctual and professional and we still consistently use her as a babysitter and I highly recommend Rosie to anyone who needs some extra child care!"

Tracey W.

Jillene F.

Lodi, NJ

$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

licensed practical nurse for 9 years as of 2025 5 years of experience in long term Looking for private duty home care. Experienced in g tube feedings, nebulizer treatments, medication management, Wound care, catheters, incontinent care, special needs, dementia, Incontinence care and memory care.

Jillene can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, respite care, dementia, errands, meal prep & more

Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0

"I don't even know where to begin. Jillene was a perfect match to care for my dad who was on hospice. I am crying as I am writing this in the short period of time that she cared for my dad I felt she became part of our family. I would highly, highly recommend...

Joanne I.

Michele S.

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Happy, Fun, And Nurturing Nanny

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: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & 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.

Yanina V.

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Care

3.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 teenagers, all in college and working. I am very careful and loving mother. I had on my care a sweet girl with Autism. I believe on giving respect and care to others and more in the people who are in more need, also I had in my care 2 beautiful girls from Harrington Park. 10 months and 3 years old, also 2...

Lucia R.

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified SPED Teacher

3.0

(1)