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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Rockaway, NJ

The average rate is $21/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 6 years

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Colleen F.


Hopatcong, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For New Family

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting most of my life and have been a nanny for the last 15 years. I have lots of experience with babies and toddlers. I've also been a tutor for special needs teens. Plus I worked in the child care room at the YMCA watching babies & kids up age 12 while their parents work out for 12 years until the pandemic....
Colleen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Colleen has been a blessing to our family. She is always punctual, always upbeat and our little girl is always excited to see her! Colleen takes such good care of our toddler by playing with her, talking with her and always responding kindly to the needs of our...

Brianna F.

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Melody M.


Oak Ridge, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior And Adult Special Needs Care Giver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified home health aid, certified EMT DDD trained and a nursing school graduate. I have been a HHA for over 10 yrs. I enjoy helping people maintain there independence. My skills are extensive and adaptable to the individuals needs.
Melody can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Melody cared for my father with Parkinson's on several occasions. She is very friendly, caring and attentive and has a great rapport with my Dad - she is also detail oriented and very thorough with his care. I would unhesitatingly hire Melody again - and...

Lori L.

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Lisa E.


Sparta, NJ

$21-22/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Available On A Part-time Basis - I Work As An Educator Until 2:30 Each Day.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of two adult children. I have over 30 years of experience in the field of education - from preschool through high school. I have a NJ K - 6 Teacher Certification. I, also, have a Professional Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from Cal State U., Long Beach. I taught for many years in California. I have...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lisa has been our after school/school holiday sitter for two school years. She is reliable, always on time, and willing to work around my ever changing schedule. I have two children and they both love Lisa! Her background with special education has made her an...

Christin P.

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Melissa T.


Randolph, NJ

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Melissa and I absolutely love kids! I am from Randolph, NJ. I am an occupational therapist in a public district. I am passionate about working with all children, especially those with special needs. I love doing arts and crafts, reading and running around with kids, but I am also here to help around the house with...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a kind, caring, and responsible nanny. She communicated daily about when she was picking him up and any other...

Johanna F.

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Melody M.


Oak Ridge, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Extensive Experience With Seniors And Adult Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified home health aid, certified EMT, have DDD training, nursing school graduate I can identify medical emergencies and act accordingly I have provided nutritional care, encourage and assist with activities of daily living, assist with AM & PM care, medication administration, ambulation, exercises, bath rooming,...
Hi , My name is Karyna and I have 4 years of experience in childcare as well as some experience working with children with special needs. I'm enthusiastic and passionate about working with children and I look forward to meeting you and your child!
Karyna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Donna T.


Denville, NJ

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Special Education Teacher And Certified Medical Assistant

Nurturing and caring female looking for Summer part or full time to care for your children I am a certified teacher with a Degree in Early Childhood Education , Certified Medical Assistant , and ABA trained to work with Autistic and children with special needs. I have a great passion and love of working with children of all ages...
Donna can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Dana G.


Boonton, NJ

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Loving,Patient,Experienced Special Ed TA & Nanny

I have 15 plus years experience caring for children, mentally disabled children, animals and elders. I am looking for a part time job caregiving and helping out when I possibly can. I am a mommy also. I am flexible! I am very outgoing, kind and gentle, but can be firm when necessary. I am also a Certified Instructional Sub...
Dana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Blanca V.


Cedar Knolls, NJ

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Available Care Giver For Elderly And Special Needs Children

I have worked for Bayada nurses, also for loving care which are facilities that provide care for elderly, special needs, and hospice patients.
Blanca can also help with: Personal care, errands, transportation, live-in home care, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Leah M.


Randolph, NJ

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

After School And Weekend Care Provider

Hi, I'm Leah! I'm currently a paraprofessional in a public school, meaning a one to one with a special needs student. My previous experiences are assistant and lead teacher of infant and toddler classes. I have professional experience with children between 6 weeks and 8 years. I am CPR, First aid, and AED certified. I am...
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
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Nicole J.


Denville, NJ

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Nicole and I have over 4 years experience as an ABA Therapist, and 6 years experience as a Full-Time Paraprofessional in schools for children with special needs. I'm looking for either a part or full time position and would love to chat about your families needs!
Nicole can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, transportation & more
I have associate degree in early childhood education. I'm certified in First Aid and CPR. A little bit about myself. Born and raised in Poland. Come here 28 years old. I have 14 years daughter. I have references. Available for late date nights. Thank you
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Julia K.


Montville, NJ

$18-50/hr4 yrs exp

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My name is Julia and I have 4 years of experience working in child care and 8+ year mentoring kids with special needs and disabilities. I am looking for a babysitting/nannying job anytime for the months of May-August. I am a student at Syracuse University and I live in North Jersey. I can help with Light Housekeeping,...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nicole C.


Randolph, NJ

$15-50/hr

Experienced New York City Babysitter/Nanny With An Education Degree From NYU

I went to school for Special Education and Childhood and Education and I am certified to teach both. I have worked in classrooms for students with special needs for one year so I have had a lot of experience in working with students with special needs. I also have a cousin who has a severe developmental delay who I have baby-sat...
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Nicole J.


Denville, NJ

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Nicole and I'm a mom to a beautiful almost 11-month-old baby girl! I have over 4 years experience as an ABA Therapist, and 6 years experience as a Full-Time Paraprofessional in schools for children with special needs. I'm looking for either a part or full time position and would love to chat about your families...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Patricia S.


Montville, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Education Teacher And Mother

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a grade three special education inclusion teacher, with over 10 years experience, as well as a mother to a 19-year-old daughter, who was a special needs child. My experience includes not only classroom teaching, but I also had been the co-head-teacher of my school's after-school program, servicing children from...
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Carly W.


Sparta, NJ

$13-50/hr7 yrs exp

I am a reliable, hard-working person with great communication skills. Your child safety is my number 1 priority. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and was a Karate instructor for ages 3-40. Private instruction for special needs and all inclusion classes. Additionally, I worked in the aftercare program for 4 years creating a...
Carly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Deborah C.


Oak Ridge, NJ

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I bring 10+ yrs. experience of care taking skills such as Senior Dementia/Alzheimer's, Special Needs, Cognitive Issues, Socialization Needs. Sincerity, Reliability, Loving Care, Consideration, Respect, Understanding and Compassion and Peace of Mind. Aiming to sharing with each client how important it is to enjoy each day to its...
Deborah can also help with: Respite care, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Stacey D.


Denville, NJ

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Certified Elementary Education and Special Education Teacher with 20+ years experience in public school system. Taught all grade levels and all subjects. Experience with most all diagnosis, writing and following IEP's, making accommodations and finding solutions. Please just ask...
Hi parents - I have lots of experience with all ages from infants to teens as a babysitter, mom of two, special needs staff, and chaperone. I am always patient and I encourage confidence and kindness while babysitting and raising my own kiddos. We are a family of four with two older kids (teen and almost a teen). I am more of a...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rockaway, NJ

Colleen F.

5.0

Colleen has been a blessing to our family. She is always punctual, always upbeat and our little girl is always excited to see her! Colleen takes such good care of our toddler by playing with her, talking with her and always responding kindly to the needs of our toddler. Any family would be lucky to...

- Brianna F.

Melody M.

5.0

Melody cared for my elderly disabled mother on short notice. She was absolutely amazing, very understanding of my mother and kept diligent contact with me every step of the way. I would hire her again in an instant!!

- Gina M.

Lisa E.

5.0

Lisa made our summer a pleasure by taking care of our 6 mos. old and 2 1/2 year old. They both connected with her right away and she engaged them all day. They were so comfortable with her.

- Brian F.

Melissa T.

5.0

Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a kind, caring, and responsible nanny. She communicated daily about when she was picking him up and any other updates that were good for us to know....

- Johanna F.

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