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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Sparta, NJ

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Sparta, NJ

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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.

5.0

(3)

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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 was great with our son, pitched in on short notice and was a loving, kind caretaker with a genuine interest in children. She even offered advice to me as a first time mom. Highly recommend! "

Lorraine S.

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Diana T.


Sparta, NJ

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Diana and I am a 23-year-old seeking either babysitting or petsitting opportunities to make some extra money. I have experience babysitting and assisting families with transportation, cleaning, cooking, homework, or any other errands or needs. I also come from a family of several pets and love all animals. I am...
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Carly W.


Sparta, NJ

$15-50/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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Amanda S.


Sparta, NJ

$20-31/hr6 yrs exp

Crafty, Organized, Fun Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Amanda! I am looking for a babysitting job for the summer before I start my job as a Special Education Teacher. I am 23 years old and I recently graduated from TCNJ with a Master's in Elementary Special Education. I have experience working at a daycare for 4 years where I was an assistant teacher in the toddler...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nicole M.


Sparta, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Funny, Energetic, Friendly Preschool Teacher W PM Flex. Looking To Connect W An Awesome Family!

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, silly, and inquisitive; nurturing, goofy, and thoughtful; honest, responsible, dependable. I like working w/kids because it is my greatest joy and my truest passion. I have over 25 years of experience, and I take immense pride in what I do. I'm a single mother of two beautiful...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Heidi L.


Newton, NJ

$22-35/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny And Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as a Nanny and babysitter since 2004 to present. I take care from newborn and up, Attend to infants' basic needs by feeding them, dressing them, and changing their diapers. Drive them to school or activities, Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use both in learning...
Heidi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"If one day I need help with my children I would like Heidi to return with us. she is punctual, respectful, creative and most importantly Heidi is always smiling with a good attitude she is always willing to help and keep the order inside my house my kids love her...

Kathy S.

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Chantel R.


Newton, NJ

$26-30/hr11 yrs exp

Part Time-Full Time Caregiver For All Ages

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Former CHHA nurse certified. CPR and First aide certified. Love all activities indoor and outdoor. Can help with child development milestones and achievements as well as tutoring and teaching. Extremely organized and have a flexible schedule. Trained with children of all ages from newborn/infant-teens. Have former in home...
Chantel can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Chantel was very professional and attentive to my sons needs and care. She communicated effectively and made sure to follow my sons schedule. Thanks for caring for our son."

Cyndi A.

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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,...
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Heather C.


Newton, NJ

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Throughout my years I've worked with many people that have diverse needs. Each person is unlike the next and with my experience I'm able to help conquer the daily challenges. With my communication skills and my ability to build trusting relationships I'm able to help during difficult times and everyday life.
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Colleen F.


Hopatcong, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For New Family

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Colleen has been a very loving and nurturing caregiver for our three young boys. She makes sure that they are stimulated and have fun every day - she reads them lots of books, plays fun games, and takes them on creative "adventures". One of our children has...

Tim L.

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Briana C.


Mount Arlington, NJ

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Long-term Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have been a nanny for 8 years with one of those years formerly being a Jr. Assistant for an after care program at an elementary School. I'm available to provide great references and I am vaccinated. I have experience with children in ages ranging from infant to preteens. I am...
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Briana is a very sweet, reliable person. She will always be there when you need her and sometimes even on call. She pours her heart into the children and loves what she does! She will be the best nanny but also a friend to your child/children. You won't ever regret...

Carol S.

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Kristi C.


Newton, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Active And Fun Sitter

I have 20+ years of experience including CPR and first aid training as a previous medical professional. I have experience with infants all the way up to preteen. Babies are held often, needs attended quickly and age appropriate sensory play provided to give them an enriched and engaging environment. As they grow (or older...
Kristi can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kristi is kind, patient and dependable. I would hire her anytime I am in need of a sitter."

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Kristina C.


Newton, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider Available

4.4

(5)

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have enjoyed working with children since I was 12 years old. I worked in child care centers and with private families through the years. I studied Early Childhood Education at Montclair for two years, but just finished my associates degree in Dec of '22. I did not study special education, but I have many years of personal...
Kristina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I spoke with Kristina on 2 separate occasions regarding my families needs. Unfortunately, I did not follow up in a reasonable amount of time and lost the opportunity to have her care for my children. When I spoke with her 2 months later, she tried every possible...

Susan C.

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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 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.

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Maya D.


Landing, NJ

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Care Giver

I'm a 25-year-old college student studying to be a Pediatric neuropsychologist specializing in autism and traumatic brain injury. The past year and a half I've been working with a special needs family as a nanny for a 13-year-old non verbal autistic boy with aggression and a 14-year-old with sever emotional issues. I also do...
5.0
"Maya D was an amazing asset to my home. I'm a single mom and have a very busy schedule and she was ready to help out t anytime. My 3 special needs kids love her. And I'm looking forward to seeing more of her in the future. She even does things like cleans and...

Mia D.

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Abigail D.


Stanhope, NJ

$21-26/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a graduate of the University of Tampa with my BA in Criminology/Criminal Justice. I have my Child Development Associates degree and my certificate for CPR/AED/FA. I have experience working with children with special needs and children varying many ages from infancy to high school, in the class room environment and in...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Abigail started as a nanny for our son when he was five months old and worked for us for the next nine months. We absolutely loved her!! She was always early, communicated clearly and promptly, and went above and beyond to ensure our son had a stimulating and...

Care member

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Jennifer P.


Mount Arlington, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

LMT & Also Educator For Young Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have babysat & been live-out nanny before, am LMT by training but currently searching for full time work and/or part-time pet care job. I have done lots of volunteering in the past, & am CPR/1st Aid/AED certified. I have worked in several different educational settings w/special needs & non-special needs students from ages 0 -...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

hi my name is kayla ! I'm a 24-year-old from Rockaway. I graduated from CCM's radiography program in 2021 and currently going back to school full time for radiation therapy. I've had about 10 years of babysitting experience and I have my own vehicle. Throughout the years I have babysat a range of ages so I have alot of...
Kayla can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
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Janine V.


Stanhope, NJ

$18-23/hr3 yrs exp

RN

I worked as a RN for 1, 5 years on a med-surg unit, also on a child psychiatric unit for about a year, plus I have working experience with elderlies from the position as a RN in a nursing home.
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Mary C.


Newton, NJ

$21/hr7 yrs exp

I'm a passionate and dedicated caregiver with a genuine love for nurturing and supporting children. I have always loved looking after children even when I was a child myself. I ensure that every activity we engage in is age-appropriate and promotes their well-being. I am also CPR and first aid certified. I grew up in a family...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sparta, NJ

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.

Heidi L.

5.0

Heidi is extremely responsible, reliable, and trustworthy. In addition, she is great with kids of any age group. She's kind and always fun to be around, my kids really love to spend time with her, special when she teach then Spanish lessons and do educational activities. I strongly recommend Heidi...

- Reinaguardado G.

Chantel R.

5.0

Chantel was very professional and attentive to my sons needs and care. She communicated effectively and made sure to follow my sons schedule. Thanks for caring for our son.

- Cyndi A.

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.

Briana C.

5.0

Briana was wonderful with my children and very attentive. Her interaction with them was great and they gravitated to her bubbling personality immediately. Highly recommend her for children of all ages!

- Care member

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