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Find special needs caregivers in South River, NJ that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in South River, NJ

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in South River, NJ

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Erin R.


Milltown, NJ

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

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Hi! I'm Erin! I'm a rising sophomore at TCNJ, where I am an education and history major! I have 5 years of experience with as many as 4 kids, as well as some knowledge of working with children with special needs. I can help with travel and carpooling as well as swimming, as I used to be a lifeguard and a competitive swimmer for...
Erin can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Heather A.


Somerset, NJ

$22-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part Time HelpAvailable

I have worked with special needs seniors in my internship and I helped them to do everyday tasks. I have been a nanny and house manger for years so I'm use to doctors appointment running errands , dropping off , light straightening up and lending helping had where needed. I enjoy pets and I love hearing stories of the clients...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, transportation
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Marielle T.


Morganville, NJ

$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Pre-med Student Looks For Patient Care Experience

I have a degree in neuroscience and a a master's in biotechnology, for which I took coursework in neurodegenerative disease, immunology, and numerous clinically relevant subjects. My work experience includes about 4 months of senior care and 5 years as a live-in caregiver to three young children. I hope to bridge some of this...
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Marie V.


Piscataway, NJ

$20-27/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Marie, I'm a caring, responsible, and energetic nanny who loves working with children and helping them grow and thrive. I have over 6 years of experience working with children from the first months of birth, toddlers' young kids and Young Adults as well. I have also had the beautiful experience of working with...
Marie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Amrita S.


Piscataway, NJ

$22/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi friends! I'm Amrita, a college student studying Deaf Education, Elementary Education, and Integrative STEM. I have an education associates degree from Middlesex County College. I have 3 years of professional experience working in a Child Development Center, which were the best years of my life, but I sadly had to leave...
Amrita can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Tamirah T.


North Brunswick, NJ

$18-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello Everyone I've been a home health aid for 3+ years I worked in nursing homes, children with special needs, hospital hospice. I have open availability and can be flexible when needed. Im excited to put my PCA in full effect! Hope to hear from you any questions any questions feel free to message me at anytime. THANK YOU!
Tamirah can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Latara G.


North Brunswick, NJ

$18-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is LaTara and I am a Caregiver Specialist. I am experienced and can assist with just about everything! I am a mother of 4 young children and I really enjoy my days spending time with those in need of all types of care. I am the owner and operator of CareWay transportation, a company I created that provides...
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Jeru D.


South Amboy, NJ

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Preschool Teacher

I have been volunteering at Daycare centers since I was a teenager. I have worked as a Behavioral Therapist with children with special needs and a preschool teacher for the past 12 years in Jersey and NYC. Aside from this I have my Associates in Early Childhood Care and Education and am in school currently for my Bachelors in...
Jeru can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Ashley R.


Highland Park, NJ

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Ashley And I'd Love To Help You With Your Childcare Needs

I like working with kids because I like watching them grow and change and learn and being part of that development plus I learn a lot from them and at least for me I find it impossible to be anything but happy around children One thing you should know about me is I have volunteered with special needs children been a nanny and...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lily K.


Piscataway, NJ

$20-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving & Fun Sitter With A Lot Of Experience.

Hello! My name is Lily - I am a special education teacher with 10 years of experience working with children with and without special needs. I have been a teacher (pre-k through high school), classroom assistant, behavior technician, camp counselor, babysitter, and big sister. I am a fun and engaging child care provider. I love...
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Jessica F.


Sayreville, NJ

$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have always loved being around children since I can remember growing up with taking care of my younger cousins throughout my childhood. I have worked with kids and special needs since high school where I volunteered for a special needs program called BIC. I never felt like it was work for me but a rewarding experience to be...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Stefani C.


Old Bridge, NJ

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have been babysitting for essentially my whole life, and since becoming an adult, I have gained experience care-giving for children ranging from infants to mid-teens, as a special needs aide and k-12 music teacher. As for nannying, I have performed housekeeping duties such as cooking and cleaning, have driven children to and...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kayvia S.


New Brunswick, NJ

$24-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Caring for individuals with special needs has been a humbling and enriching experience for me. I have had the privilege of working with people of all ages who have a diverse range of physical, developmental, and intellectual disabilities. One of the most rewarding aspects of caring for individuals with special needs is the...
It is very interesting to take care of individuals with special needs and I have been volunteering in the special olympics since I was a kid and have been working in counseling offices for adolescents and teens as a young adult. Recently have moved on to working with older adults with Alzheimer's and dementia as well as DDD and...
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Donna F.


Staten Island, NY

$17-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

Babysit/caretaker

I have experience working with children. Aside from having children of my own, I have babysat along with watching/caring for children after school. For the past 8 months (and currently), I work in a school, for special needs children. I am in the classroom with children every day.
Donna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Emily F.


Old Bridge, NJ

$18/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Emily and I am a student at Monmouth University. I am double majoring in English/Creative Writing and Education. I have worked in childcare for 3 years and have been babysitting for 1 year. I have been working in daycares and summercamps since I was 15. I have worked with children aged 6 months- 12 years old. I also have...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Amari M.


North Brunswick, NJ

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Amari and I'm 23 years old. I am CPR, first-aid, and basic life support certified. I am currently employed as a Para-professional at a private school for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing caring for individuals with special needs; As well as practicing as a...
Amari can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Denise W.


Monroe Township, NJ

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs

I have watched my nephew with special needs for many years. I also have babysitting experience.
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Emma L.


Morganville, NJ

$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have worked at a summer camp for three summers. In my first year, I was a shadow to a child with special needs. In my last two summers, I worked in the drama department. At the end of high school and through the beginning of college, I babysat two boys after school starting at age 8 and age 12. This consisted of helping with...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
I am a Rutgers student with Psychology major. I have attended Fieldwork: Autism course and got A this spring semester. I am currently also working with children who has special needs and receiving crisis training now.

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