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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Springfield, NJ
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years
Special needs caregivers in Springfield, NJ
Hello! My name is Katie and I currently work as a special education teacher in New Providence, NJ. I have worked with students with Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and behavioral disabilities. I am available to come to your home on week nights or weekends to babysit, tutor, provide ABA intervention therapy, and/or teach...
Jason S.
Springfield, NJ
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 20 years of experience working with children and students of all ages and abilities in many different environments including public school, private school, elementary school, middle school, high school, religious school and camp. I have State of New Jersey issued certificates in Elementary Education, Special...
Darren D.
Springfield, NJ
$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
I love helping all types of people and it would be a pleasure to assist whoever is in need . It brings me joy to make an impact on others lives
Hello! I am a special education teacher looking for a part-time position. I work in New Providence and am back in Springfield by 3:30 during the week. I am also available on weekends. I graduated from Marist College in May 2016 with a degree in psychology, elementary education, and special education. I have been a nanny for...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi! My name is Alililah, and I've been working with children since I was 14 years old-as both a babysitter and a summer camp counselor. My passion for early childhood development led me to earn my degree in Early Childhood Education, and I'm currently a lead teacher in a preschool classroom, working with energetic and curious...
I'd describe my personality as honest, caring and reliable.
I like working with kids becauseI love watching them grow and learn. I love seeing their personalities come out.
I'm looking for a job that family who will treat me like family and value my options with their children. I will treat them like my family.
I started...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have an engineering degree and have 2 sons, aged 34 & 29 in the high and low end of the spectrum. My older son is a success story having graduated NYU and living independently and working in NYC. My younger son is non verbal and a 17 year leukemia survivor and lives in a grouphome. I have enjoyed raising them both and know...
5.0
"Debbie is great! My son adores her and loves to play with her. He doesn't speak much but he managed to form a bond with her."
Latonia H.
Lauren P.
Springfield, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
The Kindest, Gentlest, Loving, Caring And Most Fun Babysitter Ever
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!! I am about the best babysitter that you can find. I am a single, professional woman with a good job but like to make extra money. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. Twins, triplets, special needs- you name it. I adapt to all situations and have no problem doing housework, activities, driving or going the...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Josefina A.
Elizabeth, NJ
$25-29/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with kids
I was a teacher at Montessori school
I drive, I help with the homework I cook I help around the house.
I also have experience with special needs
Josefina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Josephina went above and beyond working for my family as a housekeeper. She was an overall life saver for me. She has excellent communication skills, was able to communicate via text quickly and pivot to run errands and make meals for my children! She even added...
Care member
5.0
(2)
As a mother, a daughter and a granddaughter, I know the importance of having a reliable, trustworthy caregiver. From the experience with my own children I have crafted a nurturing personality. I have experience working with people of all ages and minimal experience with special needs. I welcome the opportunity to cater to you...
Rondene can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"We are so lucky to have found Rondene! She genuinely cares for her patients and it shows. She is able to assist the patient with everything from showering to eating, has him do his exercises to get stronger and is able to manage his medications. She goes above and...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Ahnia and I am a fun and loving nanny who is looking for a long term job in the NYC/North NJ area.
I have experience working at a daycare, as well as 4 years experience nannying/au pairing.
(I have also worked with twins so I can multitask
I am very dedicated to making sure the children I care for are safe...
Ahnia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ahnia is super proactive and reliable and our little one loved his time with her. When needed, we still work with her and would have her back in our home. I appreciate her communication, art skills!, and attentiveness to our little one the most."
Gabrielle S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with all children ages and experience with boys and girls. I worked as a caregiver for five years in a kindergarten/daycare with newborns and kids up to 6 years old, including children with special needs.
I consider myself a very motivated person, independent, communicative, organized, honest, open minded,...
Gabriela can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I don't have anything to complain about her. I really recommend Gabby to any family, she is punctual, flexible (always there when I needed some help with my baby), lovely and mature.
She took care of my 7 months old baby for a few weekends and I really appreciate...
Paula P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Tatyana. I am 24 years old. I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, crafts, Swimming Supervision, homework, and creating a loving and healthy environment for your children while you are away. I am comfortable and happy to care for children of all ages and those who may have special...
Tatyana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Julie P.
Newark, NJ
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently working at a school with students that have Autism. I currently work with 10 years old students, but I have experience with ages younger and older as well. I am working towards my teaching license here in NJ. I have previous experience from working with adults with disabilities. I love caring for and supporting...
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Katie. I'm a 30-year-old female living and working in Brooklyn. For the past year, I was working at an after-school arts program. Currently I tutor children with special needs in one-to-one settings while I am finishing my masters. I would like to be a teacher/caregiver since I enjoy working with children in a...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Jessica!
I'm oriented with educational areas but I'm more interested in personalized care. I have a degree based on pedagogy, I studied foreign languages in my country (Colombia) English and French and I worked as a teacher, I have experience teaching and taking care of kids with special needs. I have driving license, a...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica is a wonderful responsible reliable caregiver.. she's warm and caring, very hands on- in setting up a suitable schedule/routine for your little one. Absolutely amazing."
Care member
5.0
(3)
I have always enjoyed working with the elderly people. I have great respect for their wisdom and really listen to their needs and concerns. Thus, I was assisting seniors as a live-in/live-out aide for over 20 years. Through my years of service I have acquired a great deal of experience and outstanding references. In the past, I...
Violeta can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She is an excellent caregiver. Very caring and trustworthy. During the years while she was taking care of my limited mobility father she provided the best care. Always exceeding our expectations and stepping out of her personal life to put the needs and necessities...
Daniel R.
Dorothy B.
Colonia, NJ
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Dorothy I have medical assistant certification from Sanford Brown Institute and also some sonography experience
great knowledge of human anatomy and holistic medicine if I meet your requirements please do not hesitate to contact me thank you and have great day
Melissa J.
East Orange, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with 16 years in the field, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and calm nature allows me to create a nurturing environment where children feel safe and supported. I am also creative and imaginative, always finding fun and educational...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa is the most wonderful sitter we’ve ever had. She is so warm, caring, and engaged with our daughter. Her #1 priority is safety and I’ve always felt confident with her in charge. She takes our baby to the park, the library, on strolls, and keeps us updated...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi everyone, my name is Alissa! I am attending graduate school for speech language pathology and I plan to work in pediatrics. I have 6 years of babysitting children with special needs, children going through a difficult time in their lives and those with speech delays. I have babysay ages 3 to 11 and I truly believe that being...
Alissa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly anticipates their time together. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a trustworthy babysitter."
Jonaliza C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Springfield, NJ
Debbie M.
5.0
Debbie is great! My son adores her and loves to play with her. He doesn't speak much but he managed to form a bond with her.
- Latonia H.
Josefina A.
5.0
Josephina went above and beyond working for my family as a housekeeper. She was an overall life saver for me. She has excellent communication skills, was able to communicate via text quickly and pivot to run errands and make meals for my children! She even added excellent organizational skills...
- Care member
Rondene Y.
5.0
Rondene is a committed, kind, smart, fantastic woman. I worked with her while caring for my mother after a knee replacement that was more complicated than planned. The level of care, initiative, genuine concern, professionalism and love that Rondene shared with our family was unparalleled. Not only...
- Kris M.
Ahnia B.
5.0
Ahnia is a proactive nanny. She was great with communication, being on time and really just caring for our little one. She set up playdates and there was always new art work up in the house. Highly recommend!
- Care member
Gabriela D.
5.0
I don't have anything to complain about her. I really recommend Gabby to any family, she is punctual, flexible (always there when I needed some help with my baby), lovely and mature.
She took care of my 7 months old baby for a few weekends and I really appreciate her work.
- Paula P.
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