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Find special needs caregivers in Ringwood, NJ that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ringwood, NJ

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Ringwood, NJ

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Lauren C.


Ringwood, NJ

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver - Speech Therapist And Certified Teacher!

5.0

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I am a licensed and certified speech therapist specializing in early language development and currently working with children ages 2-7. I earned my masters degree in speech-language pathology from NYU and have a BS in psychology/sociology from Fordham University. I have experience babysitting/nannying children ages newborn-14...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Since starting with us over a year ago, Lauren has become a member of our family. She is incredibly reliable, nurturing, punctual, and loving towards our children and always keeps their best interest in the forefront of all she does. We are truly blessed to have...

Keli J.

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Nancy A.


Mahwah, NJ

$48/hr • 7 yrs exp

College Student

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I hope I can be the perfect fit for your family. I am a charismatic, organized, caring and attentive caregiver. I am CPR certified. Over the years, as a babysitter, nursing assistant, and nursing student, I've had so much experience with children (including those with behavioral and special needs). I've helped and...
Nancy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nancy is great and very responsible. She got along great with the kids. We highly recommend her!"

Laura F.

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Jessica H.


Haskell, NJ

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Patient, Energetic, Interactive, 9 Years Experience, Available Full Time

4.3

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 18 yrs experience as a nanny as well as experience with special needs children (autism and cerebral palsy specifically). I've worked for families with up to 5 children of all ages, aged infant to teenager. Comfortable with housework, laundry, meals, homework, overnights, pets etc. I adore children and am excellent...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jess worked for us during the summer through October until my schedule changed. My 2 yr old daughter absolutely loves her and we still use her whenever we need a sitter. She's very responsible, loving, and fun. She always handled meals, activities, pets and...

Robert B.

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Kelly D.


Riverdale, NJ

$38/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving And Energetic Nanny With Over 15 Years Of Experience Looking For Occasional/ Full /part Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Mom to a 13-year-old little boy who is my life and my step son who is also 13 . I have worked with children for over 20 years and have extensive references! I am energetic, outgoing and fun loving . I enjoy all activities , reading , swimming( I can also give swimming lessons as I was a coach), walks and much more! I will...
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kelly was well liked by my children. She is very knowledgeable and did a wonderful job helping my girls with their homework!!! She's pleasant and witty! She is probably the best sitter I've hired ! "

George G.

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Carlee M.


Mahwah, NJ

$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Responsible, Experienced 20-Year-Old Girl Available For Child Care

Hi! My name is Carlee and I am a senior at Syracuse University studying political science and broadcast journalism. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and have been nannying since I was 18 years old. I have worked with both boys and girls of all ages (ranging from infants to teens), and also have worked with...
Carlee can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I had the pleasure of working with Carlee this summer in Marin. Carlee is super dependable, responsible and a lovely person overall. She was responsive to my job inquiries before she finished her college semester and was ready to work with my family once she got...

Jeanne D.

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Gillian D.


Sloatsburg, NY

$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitting More Than Turing A Tv On

Hi families !! My name is Gillian and I would love to work with your children. I have 8 years of experience babysitting and am currently in college to become a teacher. I have done two 600 hour student teaching experiences at East Longmeadow middle school and Longmeadow middle school. Throughout my high school years I worked at...
Gillian can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gillian has been babysitting in the neighborhood for years. I have been her supervisor for the last 3 years that she worked as a lifeguard at our HOA lake. She is certified in first aid and CPR. What makes Gillian a stand out is the connections she makes with the...

Mary M.

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Samantha C.


Bloomingdale, NJ

$23-27/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm Sam. I'm a 22-year-old former EMT and current 9-1-1 dispatcher trying to get back into childcare because I feel like this is where I belong! I have 7 years of experience with children of all ages. Additionally, I have extensive experience with special needs children as I have grown up in an autism household. I am...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sam has and continues to care for our youngest child. She has been babysitting my son since he is 2 and he is now 8. Sam is reliable, fun, responsible and goes above and beyond for the kids she cares for. We would not ever hire anyone else besides Sam to care for...

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Pam H.


Oakland, NJ

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I, mother of grown twins, have plenty of child care experience, ranging from caring for my own children to being paid to do so for others(babysitting and nanny work) Years ago, I ran a preschool summer camp program, where I planned the day (outdoor games, songs, crafts, etc.) for the children. I recently worked for 11 years as...
Pam can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I have been a nanny for over 10 years. I really enjoy bonding with children and their families. I also have experience with special needs children.
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Nichole A.


West Milford, NJ

$18-23/hr • 1 yrs exp

I've had some experience with special needs. I had 2 clients with autism and a client with Rett Syndrome. I'm a very caring person and will take great care of your loved one. References available upon request.
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Kayla C.


Hewitt, NJ

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

I have babysat several children with special needs. I have worked in occupational therapy practices, helping to assist kids with special needs to complete activities of daily living. I also worked as a paraeducator at a specialized elementary school. The program that I worked in was for children who are multiply handicapped. I...
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Margarita E.


Mahwah, NJ

$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced, Fun, And Caring Nanny Specializing In Early Childhood Care For Over 18 Years.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Margarita, though the children often call me Titi or Gita. I am a Career Nanny with over 18 years of experience, fluent in Spanish, and with intermediate English proficiency (I have English classes on Monday and Wednesday evenings). I have cared for multiple families in the Bergen County area, including twins,...
Margarita can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
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Nichole A.


West Milford, NJ

$25-26/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I have 1+ years of experience with adults and 1 teenager with special needs. I am also a mother. Very caring individual. References available upon request.
Nichole can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Leigh C.


Haskell, NJ

$25/hr • 20 yrs exp

Fun-loving Energetic Sitter/nanny

I have 25 years of experience with Children of all ages plus special needs. I am a very fun, loving, energetic, nurturing, caring, and responsible sitter I can help with Travel , Cooking/Meal Preparation, Lighthouse work, laundry, driving children to their activities and so much more. I love to engage children and arts and...
Leigh can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I have experience with children of all ages and backgrounds. I am trained medical administration, first aid, and CPR.
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Ashley S.


Sloatsburg, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

My name is Ashley and I am a student at Dominican College. I am a Childhood/Special Education major with a concentration in History. I have worked with children as a camp counselor and head counselor for 11 years in a camp. I have also worked as an assistant dance instructor and a health director at the same camp. I also...
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Jill S.


Franklin Lakes, NJ

$25/hr • 1 yrs exp

I'm passionate about making a difference in children's lives. As a caretaker with one year of experience, I enjoy fostering their growth and development. I'm patient, creative, and friendly, and I prioritize open and honest communication with parents. I'm confident in enforcing household rules while still ensuring a nurturing...
Jill can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Brianna G.


Pompton Plains, NJ

$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello! Im a 24-year-old nursing student. Im set to graduate may 2025 and have a lot of experience with geriatric care from my clinical rotation at the hospital. As well as experience from the last 3 years being a home health aid for elders as well as for special needs. Ive worked with dementia, Parkinson's and patients with...
Brianna can also help with: Dementia, home modification, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, respite care & more
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Kristen W.


Allendale, NJ

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

I have been babysitting for the last 10 years for family friends with children from ages 1 month to 10 years old. For the last year, I have worked as a Teacher's Aide in a Special Needs Preschool classrooms.
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Brenda B.


Wyckoff, NJ

$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

I'm Here To Help!

I have a high energy personality and feel that kids are drawn to me. I think caring for children is part of my natural instinct and decided to base my career on it. I have a toddler myself and would love your child as I do my own. I'm a very loving and compassionate person and would really love to help those with special needs.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ringwood, NJ

Lauren C.

5.0

Since starting with us over a year ago, Lauren has become a member of our family. She is incredibly reliable, nurturing, punctual, and loving towards our children and always keeps their best interest in the forefront of all she does. We are truly blessed to have her in our lives!

- Keli J.

Nancy A.

5.0

Nancy is great and very responsible. She got along great with the kids. We highly recommend her!

- Laura F.

Jessica H.

5.0

Jess worked for us during the summer through October until my schedule changed. My 2 yr old daughter absolutely loves her and we still use her whenever we need a sitter. She's very responsible, loving, and fun. She always handled meals, activities, pets and playdates without a problem and the house...

- Robert B.

Kelly D.

5.0

Kelly was well liked by my children. She is very knowledgeable and did a wonderful job helping my girls with their homework!!! She's pleasant and witty! She is probably the best sitter I've hired !

- George G.

Carlee M.

5.0

I had the pleasure of working with Carlee this summer in Marin. Carlee is super dependable, responsible and a lovely person overall. She was responsive to my job inquiries before she finished her college semester and was ready to work with my family once she got home. Carlee can also cook! She...

- Jeanne D.

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