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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Riverdale, NJ

The average rate is $29/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Riverdale, NJ

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Kelly D.


Riverdale, NJ

$38/hr10 yrs exp

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

5.0

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Hired by 1 family 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

CPR

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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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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Tara P.


Caldwell, NJ

$20-22/hr3 yrs exp

Super Fun Sitter Ready To Make Your Day!

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
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

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Lauren C.


Ringwood, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver - Speech Therapist And Certified Teacher!

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Kelli P.


Little Falls, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Married, Mother Of 2 Adult Children,

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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.

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Kaylan V.


Paterson, NJ

$16-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kaylan. I am a senior at Montclair State University studying Psychology and Child Advocacy. I have four little brothers, and the 12-year-old has severe ADHD. I've learned so much over the years, caring for my brother. And because of him, I have a special love and passion for children with ADHD, ADD, and ODD....
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Holly O.


Mahwah, NJ

$20-25/hr12 yrs exp

I am a mom of two and a g-mom of a 3-year-old boy. I have years of nannying experience, I have excellent references. I'm CPR certified, I have experience with special needs kids. I am fun, loving, active person! Reach out to see if we are a fit!
Holly can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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,
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Rosetta T.


Waldwick, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

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

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: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Rosie is great with our girls! We've used her for years for our newborn/infant and older toddler, and we've always been very happy with her. Super trustworthy, on time, dependable, etc."

Kimberly W.

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Samantha C.


Bloomingdale, NJ

$23/hr7 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:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"The best babysitter out there. She is so great with kids! She’s amazing with special needs care. I highly recommend her!! "

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Nicole C.


Paterson, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Jessica H.


Haskell, NJ

$15-25/hr10 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, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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Nelli O.


Ramsey, NJ

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

Caring And Responsible Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work full time as a patient care technician at a hospital. I can provide patient care. I am responsible and caring. I love my job in helping others.
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Kayleigh D.


Hawthorne, NJ

$10-15/hr

Experienced Babysitter

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, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Ana A.


Haledon, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Home Health, Phlebotomy Tech And CNA

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: Errands, personal care, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Abby D.


Waldwick, NJ

$15-20/hr9 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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Dulce P.


Wanaque, NJ

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a certified Substitute teacher in K-5 Education and have experience in assigning curriculum. I currently work as a teacher's aide at a private school for children with special needs. Eager to help out local families. Completed Bachelor's degree in Family Services at Montclair State University in June 2022 and going...
Dulce can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
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Grace J.


Pompton Plains, NJ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

33 Year Old - Open The To Full Time 9-5 As Senior Caregiver Or Part Time!

My name is Grace and I've been caring for seniors for over +15 years. I'm 33 years old and started caring for my grandfather who became ill, at a young age. My responsibilities always including bathing, dressing, and feeding. Along with seniors, I have cared for the disabled as well, and those with special needs. Along with...
Grace can also help with: Errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more

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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

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.

Rosetta T.

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 behaved in our absence.

- Phil S.

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