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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Springfield, NJ

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Springfield, NJ

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Warren N.


East Orange, NJ

$17-50/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I have experience working with individuals with specials needs as a residential counselor and Direct support Professional. I worked with the youth and elderly, helping them do daily tasks and giving medication. I also have experience working as an event coordinator and office assistant so I'm great at multitasking. My...
Warren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, transportation & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again."

James T.

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Kathleen K.


Clark, NJ

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a college graduate and I have worked with a variety of children with special needs. I am honest and trustworthy. I love all kinds of children.
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Taiyanna N.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Passionate, Patient,will Go Above And Beyond !

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

When it comes to children I enjoy the fact that you have a chance to teach them and they teach you as well! Seeing the world through a child's eyes is an experience like no other. I am a student looking for work while in school studying to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Below are some of my strongest skills -Patient...
Taiyanna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Overall, Taiyanna was/is an amazing Babysitter. She did a great job taking care of our 1 year old and 5 year old while I was working. She was punctual, dependable, respectful and engaged the kids which gave us peace of mind. I strongly recommend her to anyone who...

Sharon P.

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Josefina A.


Elizabeth, NJ

$17-25/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with people with dementia, diabetes, párkinson, back surgery, hight blood pressure, patient in hospice 95 years old, feeling, administering medications Assist my patients in the bathroom I take them to doctors appointments and I cook for them Encourage my patients to walk and continue practicing...
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Tiffany W.


Plainfield, NJ

$15-35/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Speical Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over 8 years of experience working with special needs clients ranging from children as well as adults. I am skilled in working with varied handicapping conditions. I have the ability to deal with any difficult situation with consideration as well as care. It is very important to me that all my clients feel special and needs are...
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Karema B.


Newark, NJ

$15/hr10 yrs exp

A Special Need /Care Giver Assistant, And A CHHA...

Hello, My name is Karema, I'm 42 years old. I have over 10 years of experiences doing companion/care-giving and assisting with special need cases. I cared for family, and non -family members who has special needs requirements. My daughter is 10, and she has ADHD, and a learning disability, In addition to that I'm also CPR/BLS...
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Dana R.


Fanwood, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Caring CHHA And Certified Senior Care Provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have extensive experience as a (Vaccinated) Senior Companion Caregiver and a CHHA provider. My approach is to care for each person with respect, kindness and understanding - everyone has a past, present and future. My goal is to provide comfort, safety, companionship, and good health for your loved one. I have worked with many...
Dana can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I hired Dana to help out with giving my mom a bath. Dana has been great with the care of my mom. She is a very friendly & caring person. My mom is 86 years old and a diabetic. My mom is very comfortable with her. She enjoys her company and after her bath they have...

Richard F.

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Zorel M.


Elizabeth, NJ

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

Caring And Patient Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an experienced babysitter, I love kids and I enjoy spending time with them. I am also a therapy coach at Brain Balance Achievement Center and I have years of experience working with kids with special needs and behavior issues. I work in ABA as well and have experience working with kids on the spectrum and ADHD. I'm very...
Zorel can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Despite my son's impulsiveness the first day she still continued to work with our family. She's very dependable and reliable. The short time I've known her it's been very hard trying to find someone to replace her for the three weeks she'll be away. She's an...

Nalina V.

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Kim G.


Montclair, NJ

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hi Mommy's/ Daddy's! Looking for a fun and reliable Babysitter? Search no further, because I am ready for the job. With over five years' experience in babysitting and daycare roles, I will step in and make an immediate positive contribution in the lives of you and your children. Are seeking someone who can take babysitting...
5.0
"Kim is incredibly honest, caring, considerate, energetic and conscientious person I know. I have trusted her with caring for my family before and so i know she is fantastic at what she does."

Nicole M.

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Michelle M.


Madison, NJ

$45-50/hr8 yrs exp

Reliable Nanny Looking For Flexible Hours (Summer Employment)

I have a bachelors degree from West Virginia University in Child Development and Family Studies. My concentration was Early Childhood Education and Preschool Special Needs. I have a masters degree in PreK-4th Grade Education from University in Pittsburgh, PA. I have been working with a wide range of students from special needs,...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Julia F.


Clark, NJ

$22-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a graduate of Rowan University with a degree in Psychology. I am currently a student at Seton Hall getting my master's in School Counseling. I have extensive experience working with individuals of all ages! I have cared for children ranging in age from 6 weeks and up. I worked as a head counselor for a recreational camp...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Gabriela D.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver

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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Susana P.


Elizabeth, NJ

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Lovely Care Woman

I'd describe my personality as respectful, kind and lovely person. I like working children and seniors because I always love to live with them. As a child I care of them as they are my family. I specially worked with seniors because when my mother was old, I realized they have special needs and I'm very serviceable to make...
Susana can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
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Christian C.


Madison, NJ

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Christian's Biography

Hi! I'm Christian a 20-year-old college student attending Drew University. I have a bunch of experience with kids having 2 twin younger siblings and all their friends back at home who have been all over me since I was 7. I also have a dog at home so I'm great with pets too. I am additionally a certified lifeguard with 2 years...
Christian can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Taylor M.


Newark, NJ

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Friend, Supporter, And Teacher!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a professional Nanny/Child Development Specialist with certification and a degree from UCLA! Sadly, I had to leave my last family of 5 years due to my moving to NJ from CA. I have also worked with children with varying special needs such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and Speech Impediments I specialize in aged...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jant A.


Irvington, NJ

$19-24/hr

Playful Caring Loving Respectfu Love Kids

Have experience in taking care of kids because I work at a daycare and loving playful and I'm able to work with all kind of kids whether it's being special needs because I work with kids with disability and will take care of the kids like my own kids because I have nephews and I do take care of them like my own kids your kids...
Jant can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Naudelys R.


Newark, NJ

$25-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Naudelys, I'm 31 Years Old. I'm A Cheerful, Responsible Woman, I Studied Law.

Adult Caregiver. I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver, with a passion for helping adults maintain their independence and quality of life. I like to provide personalized care and attentive to the individual needs of each person. _Services:_ Personal care: bath, dress, food Assistance with medications and...
Naudelys can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, mobility assistance, companionship
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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Shanai C.


Newark, NJ

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate And Reliable Sitter

1.0

(1)

I'm a very dependable reliable sitter who will give the best care. I am the sitter kids love. I am great with kids of all ages. I love to read to them sing songs, dance , color , play sports. Once I get to know what they enjoy skies the limit we will have tons of fun while being safe. Skills meal prep and snack preparation...
Shanai can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Julie Ann K.


Linden, NJ

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible And Compassionate Child Care Provider

I am a 48-year-old, educated corporate professional who has taken a few years off from her HR career to focus on health. I baby sat when I was a teenager for a few years and most recently worked part-time for a Pre-K to 8th grade after school enrichment program. I love children and wish I had them! I have a sweet 16. 5-year-old...
Julie Ann can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
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Kristen C.


Newark, NJ

$35-40/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm an experienced and reliable live-in nanny with a history of caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. I love spending time with kids and am happy to help with cleaning, preparing meals, driving, and even homework. Currently, my focus is on supporting children who face mental and emotional...
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Springfield, NJ

Warren N.

5.0

Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again.

- James T.

Taiyanna N.

5.0

Tai is a great nanny! She’s been with our now 2yr old since he was 6mo. She’s patient with him, takes him out for walks and library visits, and does a great job playing with him. She promotes his learning through play and lots of reading. He loves her.

- Kate B.

Dana R.

5.0

Dana has been assisting my mom since 2014 and is still employed with us as recently as 11/2020. We are so happy we found a caregiver that mom is comfortable with. Mom is now 96 and has gone through many changes but Dana has been with us all the way. She is a skilled professional and any family would...

- Karen M.

Zorel M.

5.0

Our 2.5 years old boy has had a great time with Zorel! She's very patient with him and really good at being educational and caring at the same time. Definitely would recommend her

- Steven W.

Kim G.

5.0

Kim is incredibly honest, caring, considerate, energetic and conscientious person I know. I have trusted her with caring for my family before and so i know she is fantastic at what she does.

- Nicole M.

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