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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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Lorena B.


Butler, NJ

$20/hr3 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Lorena, and I have much experience with childcare. Since I began sitting, I have sat for 4+ families with children ranging ages 0-15. I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, and older children, as well as children with special needs such as autism, ADHD, Asperger's, allergies (tree nut, epipen), etc. If...
Lorena can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Nichole A.


West Milford, NJ

$20-22/hr8 yrs exp

Elderly Companion

I am ready to care for your loved one. I have 8 years and have nearly a year of experience with special needs adults. I have great references. I can run errands, shopping, light housekeeping, cook, help bathe and dress, Help in the bathroom. Great company for your loved one. Good with pets. Willing to travel. Rate negotiable but...
Nichole can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
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Kelly S.


Bloomingdale, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher Looking For Families To Babysit!

My name is Kelly and I am an experienced early education teacher. I have been working in day cares and preschools for the past almost 20 years. I have been everything from a classroom teacher to a director of a school! I went to Montclair State University, where I graduated with a BA in Family and Child Studies and got my NJ...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Michele R.


Suffern, NY

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Exceptional Caregiver -

Mother of young adult children who wants to ease the burden of all your "motherly" tasks, from education, child rearing, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, cooking, errands and more... Experience with TWINS and SPECIAL NEEDS. Friendly, energetic, well spoken and mannered, great communication and people skills. Very...
Michele can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kelly D.


Riverdale, NJ

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Loving And Caring Nanny

Hi, my name is Kelly. I am 34 and have a BA in psychology. I am a single mom of a 9-year-old little boy who is my everything ! I have years of experience as a nanny with special needs children. I have worked alongside the state and OTC therapists and speech therapists. I am outgoing, love children, pets and will give your child...
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Dominica C.


West Milford, NJ

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Experienced, Reliable, Responsible

I have about 10 years of experience working various babysitting and nannying jobs. In 2019 I graduated with a degree as an occupational therapy assistant and began working with pediatrics at a school for children with special needs. I also have experience working as a lifeguard where I was trained in first aid and CPR. I have...
Dominica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Michelle H.


Newfoundland, NJ

$40-50/hr5 yrs exp

NYS Certified Teacher Special Needs

I have my masters from b-6 in students with disabilities and have been teaching for 5 years under that license.
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Lexi R.


Mahwah, NJ

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

I currently work with special needs children as well as adults. I have covered oppositional behavioral disorder, mental illness, ADD, ADHD, Autism as well as those with physical limitaitions. I am also a life coach so I am able to read my audience and adjust my interaction to make your loved one feel they are with someone...
Hello There, I'm Samantha. As the big sister of twins with ASD, ADHD, Epilepsy, and autoimmune disorder, I've been a special needs care giver since they were born. I am patient and compassionate; those are two things I firmly believe every person who works with those with disabilities should be. I would love to be a part of...
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Aleasa M.


Ramsey, NJ

$30-35/hr9 yrs exp

Caretaker

Hi! My name is Aleasa and I am 26 years old. I am a pediatric Occupational Therapist and have worked with neurotypical children, special needs, adults, and geriatric populations. I have my bachelors degree and a Masters degree in Occupational Therapy from Kean University. I have been a nanny/babysitter/caretaker for 9+ years. I...
Aleasa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

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Nancy A.


Mahwah, NJ

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

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...
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Kayla C.


Hewitt, NJ

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a fun, crafty, positive student and caretaker. I'm from New Jersey and I recently moved to St Augustine for school. I'm 22 years old and I've been babysitting for around 7 years. I've also worked in a daycare setting, a special needs elementary school, and in a pediatric occupational therapy office, giving me plenty of...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Despina P.


Mahwah, NJ

$26-40/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny

I have been working with children for 10+ years and have a special kill for helping the disabled. I have worked as a live in nanny for a little girl with cerebral palsy whom was non-verbal, while also help a young man with autism. I know how to truly care for those who need help and have a genuine heart to help. I have a lot of...
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Pam H.


Oakland, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/Occasional Special Needs Babysitter

I currently work in a local school system as an aide in a special needs preschool program. I have worked in the schools for over 10 years. Prior to that I worked with adults with special needs in group home/assisted living situations. College courses were related to regular/special education. Love working with kid-reading,...
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Clavdia J.


Mahwah, NJ

$20-21/hr10 yrs exp

Care-Giver

I have been working with the mental disabled for more than 10 years. On my profile you will see all the skills and responsibilities I had while working there. During this time, I have acquired so much knowledge on dealing with all types of diagnoses. I am cooperative and a hard worker and want the best for my patients.
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Marilyn F.


Ramsey, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Full Of Energy And Passion Available For Your

I am the mother of 2 children who are now living independently. I have been passionate about children and began babysitting since 6th grade. After working in the corporate world I took off from work to raise my children as a full time mother and have been a substitute teacher for over 5 years. As a substitute teacher I have...
Marilyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Charlene M.


Wanaque, NJ

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I worked with developmentally disabled adults for 14 years. There was a wide spectrum of disabilities with the clients. The clients took on many challenges such as counting and filling orders, arts and crafts, day trips and other things under the instructions of the aides.
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Nukri L.


Mahwah, NJ

$30-50/hr20 yrs exp

I Am Working As A Caregiver In USA.

Reliable and dedicated Caregiver with over 20 years of experience. Knowledgeable on handling a variety of chronic and degenerative diseases with focus on geriatric care and special needs patients. Adept at meal preparation, maintenance of a household and developing a strong positive rapport with a client. Committed to ensuring...
Nukri can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
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Christi D.


Wyckoff, NJ

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Medical Assistant And Home Care

I have been in healthcare for over 25 years. I dedicated my life to helping others. It makes me feel wonderful to help someone in need.
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Sabrina G.


Bloomingdale, NJ

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced DDD Professional

I have a plethora of experience working with adults and children in a variety of settings; residential day camp, nannying, job coach, DSP, and advocacy. I understand the importance of finding the correct professional to help not only work with your child but to also enhance their self confidence and growth socially and...

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