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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Riverdale, NJ
The average posted rate is $29/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years
Special needs caregivers in Riverdale, NJ
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
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
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...
5.0
(1)
I have 3+ years of child care experience. I am totally willing to help with errands and light housework.
I have special needs care experience, including being a teacher's aide in a special needs classroom.
Excited to hear from you! :)
Tara can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have been babysitting and nannying for the past 12 years. I started working with four foster children in 2011. I was responsible for their meals, nap-time, and taking the children to and from activities/appointments. I have worked with children with special needs.
Mackenzie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I could rely on MacKenzie to take care of our 4 children without worrying. I knew she would handle any situation that came up sensibly. She's like one of the family."
Sandra C.
Lauren C.
Ringwood, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver - Speech Therapist And Certified Teacher!
5.0
(2)
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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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.
5.0
(1)
I was a stay at home mother of two children, while caring for my own children I cared for my friends baby for the first year of his life, in 2004 when my kids were in school I applied to Little Falls School #3 (3-4 grade) as a Lunch Aid/substitute School Secretary, in 2007 I applied to Little Falls School #2 as a Teachers Aide...
Kelli can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kelli looked after my 2 kids full time for 2 years, until my youngest started kindergarten. She's incredibly punctual and helped my youngest learn the skills he needed to be ready for school. Recently my kids were making bracelets at a bead store and the woman who...
Natalie P.
Carlee M.
Mahwah, NJ
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Responsible, Experienced 20-Year-Old Girl Available For Child Care
5.0
(2)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Digna U.
Paterson, NJ
$35/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have almost 7 seven year experience I used to working in a lot different kind a cases of senior needed, mobility, bed bath, shower, feeding, eye everything about cares and Also I'm doing child with special needs. I used to work in different kind of cases. I have experience in dementia Alzheimer's. I'm a certificate CHHA. now...
5.0
"Digna is very patient and understanding with older people. She is good with medication management for diabetes & COPD. And gets them moving to get exercise.
Very thankful we have her."
Anne H.
5.0
(2)
I am a super energetic fun loving nanny who is nurturing and patient. I am truly grateful to have this as my profession and love going to work. It is a great joy for me to watch and help children grow and develop. I am currently working as a full time nanny / house manager . I have been with the family almost 6 years and my...
Ann can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I have been to numerous mommy-and-me classes with Ann Marie and the boy she watches over the last year (I attend with my son). She is extremely attentive, loving and trustworthy. She treats the little boy she watches like he is her own child (everyone assumes she...
Kimberly L.
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Nancy is great and very responsible. She got along great with the kids. We highly recommend her!"
Laura F.
Maria T.
Caldwell, NJ
$10-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I care for my daughter with autism for 7 years. I have experience with children and adults with neurological disorders and special needs. I am very intuitive and passionate person,
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rosetta is extremely easy to deal with. She is great at following instructions and communicates thoroughly and efficiently. She plays well with the kids, bringing them outside whenever possible, and does well disciplining the kids when necessary, keeping them well...
Phil S.
Samantha C.
Bloomingdale, NJ
$23-27/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Best babysitter around.. My 2.5 year old son ABSOLUTELY loves her..She is always on time and very flexible. Sam is amazing "
Toni D.
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.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jess has been an amazing caregiver for our family with three children (1,6 +7). She is always on time, has been very flexible with our hectic schedules, easily handles drop-off/pick-ups, prepares lunches and meals, keeps the place extremely tidy and helps the...
Mary Ellen C.
I am interested in babysitting and looking after children with special needs/ I have experience in both fields. I have babysat children from newborn-15 years old. I have worked in a special needs children's school and have worked in an adult special needs facility.
Kayleigh can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I start work with different agencies for about 10 years as a home health. I'm still certified home health but I work directly with the family through the Public partnership. My skills is working with special needs. Now I just graduate from CNA and I'm ready to give all my experience, my skills and my compassion to the ones who...
Ana can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Digna U.
Paterson, NJ
$35/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm a certificate home health aid , I use to work as CHHA with kids and adult, my experience with babies is my own I have two girls. Also with special needed. I had my COVID vaccine
Digna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Abby D.
Waldwick, NJ
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
My name is Abby, I am 24 years old and I love caring for children. I have been babysitting since the age of 14 and am looking for opportunities to babysit while I am studying for my masters. I also have experience babysitting for children with special needs. I have a BA in Psychology from Stockton University and beginning a...
Abby can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Riverdale, NJ
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.
Tara P.
5.0
Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!
- Care member
Mackenzie M.
5.0
I could rely on MacKenzie to take care of our 4 children without worrying. I knew she would handle any situation that came up sensibly. She's like one of the family.
- Sandra C.
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.
Kelli P.
5.0
Kelli looked after my 2 kids full time for 2 years, until my youngest started kindergarten. She's incredibly punctual and helped my youngest learn the skills he needed to be ready for school. Recently my kids were making bracelets at a bead store and the woman who worked there was amazed that my 4...
- Natalie P.
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