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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Waldwick, NJ

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Waldwick, NJ

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Rosetta T.


Waldwick, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Sweet Caring Girl Looking To Join A Nice Family To Be An Extension Of Them To Care For Loved Ones

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, hard working, trustworthy. I'm looking for a position where I can become part of your family that's long term. Communication is important to me. I'm fun, energetic, responsible, and patient. I am CPR/First Aid Certified in infants/children and Adults and have obtained a Child Day...
Rosetta can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Rosie is great with our girls! We've used her for years for our newborn/infant and older toddler, and we've always been very happy with her. Super trustworthy, on time, dependable, etc."

Kimberly W.

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Rosetta T.


Waldwick, NJ

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate, Trustworthy Women Looking To Join A Nice Family

I've been working with children for many years. I'm fun, energetic, responsible, and very patient. I am CPR/First Aid Certified in infants/children and Adults and have obtained a Child Day Care Certificate and Registered Medical Assistant certificate. I have experience with special needs children, have worked with very sick...
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Joan J.


Waldwick, NJ

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Pediatric Occupational Therapist With 20 Years Experience

I am a retired Pediatric Occupational Therapist with 20+ experience. I've been trained in Sensory Integration, Childhood Development and specifically, how to address and manage behaviors of children on the Autistic Spectrum. I specialize in not only the child, but in parental training, for these children with very special needs.
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Kamila E.


Waldwick, NJ

$18-50/hr2 yrs exp

Kamila!

Hi, I'm Kamila and I am a psychology undergrad student. I hope to go on to become a Child Clinical Psychologist! I have worked for the Goddard School which is a prestigious daycare and am currently working for Brain Balance which works with special needs kids and kids who need a little extra help! Working with, supporting, and...
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Chloe R.


Waldwick, NJ

$25-39/hr3 yrs exp

Smile Creator

Hello! I am 21 years old, New Jersey, but also a student at the University of Alabama. I am working towards getting a bachelors degree in Communicative Disorders with a minor in Human Development and Family studies. I currently work at a daycare serving children between the ages of 11-16 months, as well as a preschool/childcare...
Chloe can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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Abby D.


Waldwick, NJ

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

My name is Abby, I am 24 years old and I love caring for children. I have been babysitting since the age of 14 and am looking for opportunities to babysit while I am studying for my masters. I also have experience babysitting for children with special needs. I have a BA in Psychology from Stockton University and beginning a...
Abby can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ariel S.


Hackensack, NJ

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Career

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I worked for the YMCA in Tarrytown as a camp counselor for ages 4-16. I worked at G. Day Camp as a floating counselor for boys and girls ages 6-12. This included aiding a special needs preteen. I am comfortable with newborns, toddlers, and older children. In addition I am an avid animal lover. My miniature dachshund Suzie is 16...
Ariel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Ariel is an extremely reliable and attentive care provider. She has a lot of energy, is very attune to the needs of the children she is watching and makes sure to provide a safe, fun environment. I would definitely hire Ariel in the future! "

Rachael S.

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Robyne M.


Paramus, NJ

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Child Or Eldercare On Call

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

ALL AGES. Decades experience in management for family crisis and trauma, DV/SA, physical & emotional disabilities. Previous youth minister and owner special needs childcare. Foster Parent and Foreign Student Family Host. Certified in CPR, First Aid, Advanced Medical, Nutrition, PDD, Autism Spectrum. *Animal allergy, so please...
Robyne can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

5.0
"Robyne was so sweet with our son. He is 14 months old and she watched him while we were in town for a family wedding. This was my first time leaving my son with a stranger, so I was a little nervous but everything went great. I would recommend Robyne for those...

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Lisa R.


Harrington Park, NJ

$19-40/hr1 yrs exp

I am a school counselor and mom of three children. I am looking for a summer job and option to continue working and helping others throughout the school year. When I was in graduate school I worked in a group home with men that had special needs. I helped clean, cook, bath and keep the men active and healthy. I also took care of...
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Lisa is an amazing person! I wish Every one that applies with Care.Com was like her! She is the best ever! I have never Have had such a wonderful Amazing caring uplifting positive person To help me!!! I never felt as comfortable and safe with any anyone else...

Diane O.

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Lucia R.


Clifton, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified SPED Teacher

3.0

(1)

I am an Elementary/Middle & SPED teacher that teaches at Pss. Also, I was a camp counselor for 4 summers and Girl S leader for about 4 years. I have completed 4 internships in all types of classrooms & have done 1-on-1 tutoring of all subjects. I have worked/taught for about 2 months in direct contact with autism spectrum k-4th...
3.0
"very professional young girl, seem to have experience, but never responded again after we decided on the days she would be working. "

Rebeca C.

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Eleanora Z.


Saddle River, NJ

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Eleanora. I have 12 years experience and living in an nursing home. My experience includes: cooking, changing, cleaning, bathing, medication moderator, feeding, and many more. I worked in a 33-bed adult care facility. I helped organize workshops for the members. I participated in over-night care on a regular basis. I...
Eleanora can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, live-in home care, personal care
5.0
"Eleanora has been caring for seniors for approximately 20 years she is the most dependable caring responsible person she can think on her feet in situations that arise and handle them in a safe and calm manner."

Cate K.

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Tracey G.


Bergenfield, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Caregiver

***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver with 25 years experience available for week nights overnight (M-F 6/6:30pm-7-8am) or Saturdays and Sundays. I am highly experienced in special needs care such as Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Muscular...
5.0
"Tracey worked for my family for over 5 years. I had a son who was not able to do anything for himself and his needs increased over the years ( to include feeding tube) Tracey would not only take care of his needs but who sit with him and hold his hand She truly...

Alayne G.

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Nicole C.


Paterson, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Experienced & CPR Certified Summer Nanny & Occasional Sitter!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a school-based pediatric Speech Therapist looking for local jobs for my summer "off"! I have been sitting/nannying formally since 2015. I am CPR certified, have experience with up to 3 kids at a time. Im a mom of a 2. 5-year-old and am versed in respectful parenting techniques. I enjoy crafts and games with kids, as well as...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I'd enthusiastically recommend Nicole to anyone looking for a trustworthy, responsible and caring childcare provider. Nicole cared for my two children (2yo and 5 yo) over the summer months. I am grateful that I could completely trust her to follow the guidelines I...

Nicole L.

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Anabel E.


Lodi, NJ

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm no longer available. Thank you for considering me. Hello moms!! My name is Anabel and I'm currently a Nursing student and former special needs teacher assistant for The Department of Education of New York. I have experience assisting with lesson plans and helping with classwork/homework. I have worked with kids as...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Anabel sat my two boys. She was kind and fun, bringing a bag of toys and books with her. They enjoyed playing with her."

Jennifer D.

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Valeria M.


Elmwood Park, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I hope you will consider me as your next babysitter. You will be choosing a fun, happy, energetic one when you pick me. I have worked with kids for the past 10 years. I have worked in sleepaway and day camps and children's parties. I currently work with children where the main goal of my job is to keep them safe and...
5.0
"Very kind, helpful, and timely "

Care member

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Tiffany E.


Westwood, NJ

$25-38/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Tiffany! I'm 29 years old from Westwood, New Jersey. My childcare experience began with mommy-helping at age 12 then independently babysitting at age 17. I have traveled the tri-state area and worked with children all ages from infancy to teenagers. I have also worked with individuals who had varying specials needs. I...
Tiffany can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We're so lucky to have found Tiffany, she is a patient, kind caregiver and our kids just adore her. She's easy going and calming while also following through with any rules we set. She's also professional and on top of everything which is refreshing. I'd recommend...

David G.

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Lucia R.


Clifton, NJ

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified SPED Teacher

I have been babysitting children for over 15 years. I have babysat for all ages including multiple children at the same time for families. Previously, I worked taking care of adults with special needs and children with special needs. I used to work at an adult daycare and worked as a camp counselor for 4 summers. Previously, I...
Lucia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"I interviewed Lucia and found her to be very professional. She had a well prepared resume listing her excellent experiences. Unfortunately her school schedule did not coincide with our childcare needs."

Emily A.

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Marc B.


Saddle Brook, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Marc. After years of Retail Management, I have decided to pursue my passion for helping others. I am a mature, responsible adult, who is very family oriented. My passion for special needs care giving started with raising my medically fragile disabled child, who is now an adult. My son has a rare seizure disorder,...
5.0
"Mark is a very caring individual when it comes to helping other in need. Very compassionate and hard working. Will go that extra mile in any situation. Very dependable and a hard worker. Would be lucky to have him as a care giver "

Aimee S.

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Kelly D.


Riverdale, NJ

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Energetic Nanny With Over 15 Years Of Experience Looking For Occasional/ Full /part Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Mom to a 13-year-old little boy who is my life and my step son who is also 13 . I have worked with children for over 20 years and have extensive references! I am energetic, outgoing and fun loving . I enjoy all activities , reading , swimming( I can also give swimming lessons as I was a coach), walks and much more! I will...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kelly was well liked by my children. She is very knowledgeable and did a wonderful job helping my girls with their homework!!! She's pleasant and witty! She is probably the best sitter I've hired ! "

George G.

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Christie L.


Hackensack, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Mother with Many Years of Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Greetings, I'm Christie, a compassionate mother of three young adults and grandmother of three. Family is my cornerstone, and their well-being is my utmost priority. A licensed driver with a clean record, I'm a New Jersey native, college-educated, and come with excellent references. Currently seeking a care-taking position, my...
Christie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We were fortunate to have Christie recently care for our 6 year old. She is an absolutely wonderful sitter. She spent a little time the first morning getting to know my son and learn his interests and kept him engaged all day with structured fun activities. In all...

Trina B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Waldwick, NJ

Rosetta T.

5.0

Rosetta is extremely easy to deal with. She is great at following instructions and communicates thoroughly and efficiently. She plays well with the kids, bringing them outside whenever possible, and does well disciplining the kids when necessary, keeping them well behaved in our absence.

- Phil S.

Ariel S.

4.0

Ariel is great! She comes on short notice which is VERY hard to find. Kid gets sick or we need help next day she will move her schedule around to accommodate. On time and gives notice. She is great with our 10 month old very caring and soothing. Plays well with the baby and is very good at...

- Mark H.

Robyne M.

5.0

She’s very sweet. My boys enjoyed playing w her.

- Care member

Lisa R.

5.0

Lisa is an amazing person! I wish Every one that applies with Care.Com was like her! She is the best ever! I have never Have had such a wonderful Amazing caring uplifting positive person To help me!!! I never felt as comfortable and safe with any anyone else this was a priceless gift to have Her...

- Diane O.

Lucia R.

3.0

very professional young girl, seem to have experience, but never responded again after we decided on the days she would be working.

- Rebeca C.

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