Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in South Orange, NJ
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60 special needs caregivers are listed in South Orange, NJ
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of October 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in South Orange, NJ
Joanna F.
Montclair, NJ
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Currently available to work up to 40 hrs per week.
Greetings! I'm Joanna, mother of two grown children in college, available to step in to take care of your children. I am entertaining, high energy, committed, hard-working and flexible with my schedule. I have professional experience and love children of all ages, especially...
Joanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Joanna took care of my daughter on regularly scheduled days while my husband was sick & dying. She cared for my daughter regularly for over 1 year. Joanna dealt with my daughter's ADHD, constant need for redirection, her tween attitude, as well as the emotional...
Alexs G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emily and I love working with kids! I study child advocacy and policy at MSU as well as social work. I've worked as a mother's helper, a regular after school nanny, and camp counselor. I have experience working with infants, kids with special needs, and kids with limited mobility, so I'm up for anything!
I am a...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was wonderful with my daughter .. she read her books, played with her, made sure she was comfortable. Definitely would like to work with her in future."
Manasi C.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Monica! I have 3+ years of experience with children of all ages. I have a big family so I've been babysitting since I was about 13 years old. Outside of family, I started babysitting for pay when I was in high school, mostly summertime. I have a little experience with children who have special needs. In the past year and...
Monica can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Monica is very sweet with our kids. She is helpful around the house. She goes above and beyond what is asked which is greatly appreciated."
Rebekah P.
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.
My aunt is 59 years old and she has special needs since she was born. My mom is her primary caregiver and I always helped my mom taking care of my aunt. I am patient and very loving with around adults and elderly people with special needs.
Juliana can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning
Judith R.
Belleville, NJ
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a life long resident of Hoboken. I have 2 grown children. I babysat for many years in jersey city and Belleville area. I also cared for a 9 yr old special needs child overnight whose single father was a fireman. Love outdoor activities reading and conversation with the children I care for.
Judith can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Hannah B.
Caldwell, NJ
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Hannah and I am 21 yrs old. I am currently attending Liberty University Online. I am reliable, fun and loving. I have experience taking care of newborns, children, and special needs young adults. I also volunteer with special needs children at my church. I have transportation and several references.
Hannah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hi, my name is Jaleana H. I have 7 years of experience working with children from ages 3-12. I currently work at school during the day with children with special needs. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry, as well as prepare meals.
Jaleana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I am currently employed as a teacher assistant, specializing in aiding children with multiple disabilities plus deaf, whose ages range from 3 to 15. I have acquired significant experience working with students who are both deaf and blind. In addition to my professional responsibilities, I am a devoted mother to two children,...
Natasha can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep
Ashleyrose C.
Newark, NJ
$21-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am currently employed at Englewood as a nursing assistant and take my job very seriously . I help with daily care activities such as feeding , bathing , walking and dressing . I have experience with special needs and dentist patients as well as. I have experience with surgical patients as well as I use to work on a surgical...
Ashleyrose can also help with: Dementia, transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Elishipha K.
Clifton, NJ
< $10/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a Certified Home Health Aide with New Jersey. I am patient, Friendly, Patient and easy to cope up with old people . I am able to work with people the special needs and those with Dementia. Alzheimer. Stroke, the aged, Hip replacement Cancer amongst others. I can easily work with Hoyer lift, wheel chair. Special hospital bed...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As the oldest child, I grew up taking care of my 4 siblings. Coming from a large extended family, I also took care of my cousins. My love for children is what drove me to become a teacher. I love working with children of all ages. Not only can I provide a safe and fun time, I can also incorporate academics into the experience. I...
Farisa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Kaitlyn R.
Elizabeth, NJ
$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm currently a part time student at Kean University training to be a teacher for special needs! Working as a babysitter/tutor! I have a 3 year experience with family members and neighbors who need babysitting or tutoring! I also own two dogs and have previously owned many pets of different species (including cats, birds,...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Bri and I am looking for part time work on Care. com whether that be through tutoring, dog watching or small tasks. I have a bachelors degree in biology, have experience in customer service and transportation.
I have tutored children, high school students and college students. I also have experience with...
Skills:
CPR
Faye B.
Jersey City, NJ
$25-40/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have experience taking care of newborn to teenagers. I also have experience with with special needs children. It's very special to see the babies growing up and able to help them with their early developmental stages and see them grown into a beautiful human being. Kids Safety is always number one priority. I believe in open...
Grace A.
Newark, NJ
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am 20 years old and I am the first of 5 children, so I have been doing this for a very long time. Professionally, I have been a babysitter for 5 years. I am willing to work with your special needs. I love taking care of kids, so getting paid for doing what I love is just a way of helping myself financially in school.
Hi! I'm Rachel, and I love kids! I have babysat kids 4 months- 12 years, including kids with special needs. I have volunteered in the Long Term Care Unit at Children's Specialized hospital, I worked in the infant room at a local preschool, and I have volunteered and tutored in a variety of other settings. I love being silly and...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Samantha and I am a Special Education teacher in a charter school. I have been the resource room/special education teacher at my current school for eight years. I work with scholars who have special needs and/or who are struggling in the classroom. Additionally, I am the Special Education Coordinator- where I...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am higher education professional at Saint Peter's University in Jersey City, New Jersey. I hold a BA in Communication and Media Arts with a Minor in Social Work and I am currently pursuing my MA in Education. I have professional experience working with children and young adults from diverse cultural and socioeconomic...
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kaitlyn F.
Rahway, NJ
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Kaitlyn! I'm 22 and just moved to Florida. I have been babysitting and taking care of kids throughout high school and college. I've had experience with newborns and more than one child and a time and even kids with special needs. I guess you can say I'm pretty well rounded in that area. I love getting creative...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in South Orange, NJ
Joanna F.
5.0
Joanna is highly dependable and brings experience, intelligence, and gentle loving care to your child. She's fun, creative and a great teacher. As an experienced mother, she brings even more wisdom to the job. We highly recommend Joanna.
- Diane M.
Emily C.
5.0
She was wonderful with my daughter .. she read her books, played with her, made sure she was comfortable. Definitely would like to work with her in future.
- Manasi C.
Monica S.
4.0
Monica was friendly and one time; she kept in communication with me her entire shift which i loved she even got my son to take a nap on her first day :)
- Kendra M.
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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