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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Wayne, NJ

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Wayne, NJ

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Gianna G.


Wayne, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

4.0

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Hello! my name is Gianna I am 30 years old from Wayne NJ I am currently a school counselor. I am good with pick ups drop offs, meal prep, games, homework help, light housekeeping etc. I have 10 years of experience working with kids. I am also CPR certified and have much experience working with children who have special needs....
Gianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"We interviewed Gianna and thought she was great. She has great experience, and really cares about the children for whom she cares."

Seth B.

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Cheryl P.


Wayne, NJ

$28-33/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

Hello, my name is Cheryl and I live in Wayne. I have Extensive Experience Caring for Disabled and Neurodivergent Children & Adults. I drive & have a car. I come from a big Italian Family which has given me personal experience with different types of special needs. I've been employed as a Special Needs Nanny for private...
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Chelcie S.


Wayne, NJ

$15-19/hr8 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Chelcie and I am looking for some part time babysitting. I am currently a teacher and certified in k-6 elementary and k-12 special education. I am also RBT and ABA certified. I have worked for the past 7 years in a special education Autism ABA classroom. I have experience with all ages and have worked with...
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Jeanna P.


Wayne, NJ

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Loving And Nurturing

I see the beauty and the good in everything. I was raised to treat everyone as an equal. Be kind and treat others the way you would want to be treated. I come from a big family. I am 1 of 9 children. I have 3 beautiful boys.
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Kayla C.


Wayne, NJ

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

My name is Kayla, and I am studying to become a School Psychologist. Therefore, I have a strong passion for working with children of all ages and backgrounds! I am currently in a doctoral program for School Psychology. I have been babysitting for 8 years, been a camp counselor for 5 years, and I worked as a Special Education...
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Renee A.


Wayne, NJ

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting for over 20 years. I have experience in all different ages, including special needs children. I am very patient, caring, responsible, and creative! I have my own vehicle and I have lots of energy! I also love arts and crafts and music! I hope to hear from you!
Renee can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Perla M.


Wayne, NJ

$19-50/hr2 yrs exp

I am currently a nursing student at william paterson university. I've had experience with kids for several years since my mother has been taking care of children since I was born. Later on, when I got older I would help her and have taken care of children of all ages including children with special needs. I plan on working with...
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Donnelle C.


Wayne, NJ

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Memory Creator

I have worked at the boys and girls club of Clifton since 2015 in classes as big as 24 children from ages 2-6 years old. I also have substitute taught since 2022 from grades kindergarten through highschool including special needs students. I consider myself to be very friendly, punctual and determined with leadership skills....
Donnelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Samantha S.


Wayne, NJ

$25-35/hr4 yrs exp

Caring, Energetic, And Loving Nanny!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Samantha! I am a 22-year-old lover of kids! I am currently a recent graduate of Rowan University graduating with my BA in Psychology. I have experience with special needs children and children from the ages of 3 months and up! I am CPR and first aid certified, have experience working with Apple Montessori as a...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Ashley G.


Wayne, NJ

$21-25/hr7 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Ashley, I'm 26 years old. I majored in Early Childhood Education at Passaic County Community College. I've been a care taker for the past 6 years for all different aged children. I specialize in special needs and helping children get ready for preschool, etc. I enjoy going to the park, reading and overall making sure...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Cheryl P.


Wayne, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Child care

I come from a large Italian Family & have extensive child care experience with children of all ages including Special Needs. I enjoy the outdoors & like going for walks. I Enjoy baking, reading & doing Arts & Crafts. I'm looking for a Long Term, PT or FT Nanny position. I'm available to sit Friday- Sunday Evenings as well....
Cheryl can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kristina G.


Wayne, NJ

$27/hr8 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Kristina I'm A Local Resident Who Is Determined To Give The Best Care That's Needed.

My name is Kristina i'm 30 years old and I currently live in Wayne, Nj. I'm a dedicated and empathetic caregiver with over 7 years of hands-on experience providing exceptional care to elderly and disabled individuals. Skilled in daily living assistance, medication management and ensuring a safe, comfortable patient environment....
Kristina can also help with: Specialized care, dementia, personal care, meal prep, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

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Fantasia R.


Wayne, NJ

$25-35/hr12 yrs exp

From A Caterpillar To A Butterfly

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

My name is Fantasia. I'm a full time (online) student majoring in Child Development and Education/Psychiatric Nursing. I was raised with 4 other children whom I basically raised due to my legal guardian working full time. I love children of all ages and forms. I've worked with children with autism and down syndrome as well. I am...
Fantasia can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Most favorite human ever. She worked with me back in 2010-2013 as a live in nanny for my twins. Unfortunately I moved to Texas for a job offering and we had to split ways. In 2016 I came back to NY for a teachers position and reconnected with Fantasia and found out...

Edna C.

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Fantasia R.


Wayne, NJ

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Loving, Caring And Patient Special Needs Caregiver

Growing up my mother was a nurse for UCP (United Cerebral Palsy) and I was luckily invited to go to all the holiday parties with my mother. My best friend had Autism and passed away a few years ago and I couldn't have love someone so much. In 2012 I worked with my first family and the boy was 3 years old and he had autism with a...

Marica M.


Wayne, NJ

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have been a senior care provider for 10+ years. I do my best to be a caring, reliable, and dependable companion. I will take care of your special needs by helping with prepping meals, medication, doctor's appointments, transportation and even help cleaning around the house. I have worked with elders who suffer from multiple...
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Jillene F.


Lodi, NJ

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

licensed practical nurse for 9 years as of 2025 5 years of experience in long term Looking for private duty home care. Experienced in g tube feedings, nebulizer treatments, medication management, Wound care, catheters, incontinent care, special needs, dementia, Incontinence care and memory care.
Jillene can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, respite care, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Licensed Nurse

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I don't even know where to begin. Jillene was a perfect match to care for my dad who was on hospice. I am crying as I am writing this in the short period of time that she cared for my dad I felt she became part of our family. I would highly, highly recommend...

Joanne I.

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Samantha C.


Bloomingdale, NJ

$23-27/hr7 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm Sam. I'm a 22-year-old former EMT and current 9-1-1 dispatcher trying to get back into childcare because I feel like this is where I belong! I have 7 years of experience with children of all ages. Additionally, I have extensive experience with special needs children as I have grown up in an autism household. I am...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"The best babysitter out there. She is so great with kids! She’s amazing with special needs care. I highly recommend her!! "

Care member

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Nancy A.


Mahwah, NJ

$48/hr7 yrs exp

College Student

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I hope I can be the perfect fit for your family. I am a charismatic, organized, caring and attentive caregiver. I am CPR certified. Over the years, as a babysitter, nursing assistant, and nursing student, I've had so much experience with children (including those with behavioral and special needs). I've helped and...
Nancy can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Nancy is great and very responsible. She got along great with the kids. We highly recommend her!"

Laura F.

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Karine K.


Fair Lawn, NJ

$17-22/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny Available On Short Notice

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been caring for children/ house managing for about 8 years now. I was a camp division head for 2 years, and was a paraprofessional for kids with special needs for 2 years as well. I am available on short notice, and am extremely reliable. I received my bachelors degree from Montclair State University, majoring in Psychology...
Karine can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I interviewed Karine and was amazed at how confident, outgoing, mature and light hearted she appeared to be. I am very confident that she will be accepted and can adapt to any home and would be a wonderful asset to any age group of children. She strikes me as being...

Doris S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wayne, NJ

Gianna G.

4.0

We interviewed Gianna and thought she was great. She has great experience, and really cares about the children for whom she cares.

- Seth B.

Fantasia R.

5.0

Most favorite human ever. She worked with me back in 2010-2013 as a live in nanny for my twins. Unfortunately I moved to Texas for a job offering and we had to split ways. In 2016 I came back to NY for a teachers position and reconnected with Fantasia and found out she wasn't working full time so...

- Edna C.

Jillene F.

5.0

I don't even know where to begin. Jillene was a perfect match to care for my dad who was on hospice. I am crying as I am writing this in the short period of time that she cared for my dad I felt she became part of our family. I would highly, highly recommend Jillene if she is needed to care...

- Joanne I.

Samantha C.

5.0

Sam has and continues to care for our youngest child. She has been babysitting my son since he is 2 and he is now 8. Sam is reliable, fun, responsible and goes above and beyond for the kids she cares for. We would not ever hire anyone else besides Sam to care for our son. Our son also has special...

- Care member

Nancy A.

5.0

Nancy is great and very responsible. She got along great with the kids. We highly recommend her!

- Laura F.

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