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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hillside, NJ

The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 2 years

Special needs caregivers in Hillside, NJ

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Tais A.


Hillside, NJ

$24-25/hr4 yrs exp

+3000 Hours Of Childcare Reliable Driver Excellent Swimmer English, Spanish, Portuguese Speaker

5.0

(3)

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Hello families, I'm Tais and I'm 26yo, I'm a very polite person, and responsible. I love kids and I'm energetic to play with them. For me, patience is the key when you handle with kids, be kind and interactive too. Currently, I've been babysitting full time a 4yo boy and a newborn baby, I've been with the same family for 2 years...
5.0
"I hired her for a overnight, she is adorable, the kids loved her."

Reviewed by Sophia K.

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Samantha P.


Hillside, NJ

$10-30/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Part-Time Babysitter With Special Needs Experience

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Hello, I am the oldest of four children, all of my brother's have speech impediments, as well as the youngest two having ADHD. I am familiar with autism, ADHD, ADD, and a few others. I am fun-loving, kind, upbeat, cheerful, responsible, and patient. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and have current references. I enjoy...

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I have over 10 years professional experience in working with children from newborns to school age youth in variety of settings. (school, home, hospital, court.. etc) I'm dedicated, enthusiastic, warm-hearted, reliable and overall a positive person. I have a valid and clean driver license. I am also fully vaccinated. Currently, I...

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I love working with people. I put my heart into helping my clients. I have three kids 16 6 and 1. I will treat your parent or your kid as if they were mine. I've worked in daycare and I have worked as a companion for seniors and I have done DSP work Direct support staff. I have plenty of experience working with people I have...
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Tamisha W.


Hillside, NJ

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver To All

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Hello, I'm Tamisha and would love to care you / your love one. I'm a certified substitute teacher in the state of NJ and I work with everyone. I work with ADD/ADHD, nonverbal, hypertension, mobility issues etc... let me help out when you can't as if I were part of the family.

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I'm a caring and hard working individual. I love to work with individuals with special needs. I truly believe that they can live up to their full potential, and my main goal is to ensure I help all those that I work with meet milestone and succeed.
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Josbeth J.


Hillside, NJ

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

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I have over 10 years professional experience in working with children from newborns to school age youth in variety of settings. (school, home, hospital, court.. etc) I'm dedicated, enthusiastic, warm-hearted, reliable and overall a positive person. I have a valid and clean driver license. I am also fully vaccinated. Currently, I...
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Sharifa F.


Elizabeth, NJ

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Going To Kean For Teaching

3.0

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Short: I am going to school to become a teacher for k-3 and special needs. I am open to any and all activities. I have babysat ages 6 months to 11 years. Minimum of 5 hours for one time jobs s& 20 hours for reoccurring. Long: -As a babysitter, I have assisted in homework, cleaning and entertaining children. I can and will...
5.0
"We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and...

Reviewed by Steven C.

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Dana R.


Fanwood, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Caring CHHA And Certified Senior Care Provider

5.0

(3)

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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...
5.0
"Dana has been working for us for 9+ months taking care of our beautiful mother. She is professional, dependable, caring, loving, knowledgeable and plays an integral part in the overall health and wellness of...

Reviewed by Sean N.

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Leticia B.


Kearny, NJ

$27-28/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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I'm Leticia. I'm 28 years old and have over 5 years of experience with kids of all ages (from 2 months old to 14 years old). I have experience with special needs as well as I used to work with autistic children. I have the following qualifications: -CPR certificate - Portuguese and English language speaker for those interested...
5.0
"Leticia is absolutely wonderful with children. I completely trust her with my 3 Year Old daughter. She is reliable, punctual, dependable and trustworthy. We adore her and so does my daughter. Any family would...

Reviewed by Alexis H.

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Elsie O.


Orange, NJ

$25-50/hr12 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am caring and compassionate and enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have 15 years of experience in caring for seniors. I'm a certified home health aid and also a certified CNA. This is something that I'm very passionate about . I have experience in alzheimers, dementia, stroke, diabetes and total car. I...
5.0
"Elsie is a respectable hard working lady who is so tolerant and helpful to every situation she faces when it comes to caregiving."

Reviewed by Care member

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Janelle G.


West Orange, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello, my name is Janelle! I have over 10 years of experience being a nanny, babysitter and tutor. Whether it be a single child or multiple, I love to work with children of all ages! I also have experience caring for children with physical disabilities and special needs. In the past I have supervised church daycare, and while...
5.0
"Janelle is so amazing with my sons! She bring a lot of energy and is very sweet! My kids loved her and we appreciate her for all that she has done. She is now a part of the family! I would recommend her to...

Reviewed by Ashley S.

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Estela M.


North Arlington, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Responsible And Professional Sitter

5.0

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Friendly sitter willing to work with children of different temperaments, including children with special needs. I am a mom of two (2 and 5-year-olds). I work great with children of all ages. I've been a school psychologist for the past 8 years and have received extensive training in working with children of different needs. I...
5.0
"Estela is a lovely and very reliable young woman. We've had her babysit for our three children several times and we adore her."

Reviewed by Lynette B.

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Tamara G.


Montclair, NJ

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Life Skills Coach And Educator

3.0

(1)

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Hello! I am a special needs life skills coach and paraprofessional with a bachelors and over 10 years of rewarding experience working with clients. I have worked with clients diagnosed with Autism/ADHD/developmental delays/anxiety/depression to manage behavior, life skills and learning capabilities. I love being able to connect...
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Taiyanna N.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Passionate, Patient,will Go Above And Beyond !

5.0

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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...
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...

Reviewed by Kate B.

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Gabriela D.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-22/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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Hey, I would love to help you with this job. I will send a little bit about myself and I hope talk with you soon 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...
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...

Reviewed by Paula P.

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Josefina A.


Elizabeth, NJ

$17-25/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs

5.0

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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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Elisa H.


Staten Island, NY

$28-55/hr9 yrs exp

4.2

(5)

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I am 26 years old, I have been working with infants, children& teenagers for over 10 years now and have been a Nanny for over 9 years. I am CPR&First Aid certified for infants, children and adults. I have a clean drivers license and have a reliable car for pick ups, drop offs & errands. I am ok with any animals. I care for...
5.0
"Elisa is a natural with kids and she truly cares! My child absolutely lights up when he sees her. I trust Elisa to make the best decisions for him while he is in her care."

Reviewed by Carol D.

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Reyna C.


Jersey City, NJ

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I have over 15 years of experience as a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA). I prepare home-cooked meals from scratch with healthy ingredients and I make sure both the patient and the home are well taken care of. I treat the patients I care for and their families like they are my own. I enjoy my work an I am comfortable and...
5.0
"I highly recommend Reyna as a caregiver. She took excellent care of my 78-year-old father for almost two years. During that time, she was always kind, affectionate and very loving to him. She would even call...

Reviewed by Wanda P.

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Jessica M.


Jersey City, NJ

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Patience Is The Key

5.0

(1)

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My name is Jessica I am a 23-year-old whose hair sometimes changes colors the best part? Children think I'm a mermaid or fairy! :) I'm a college student majoring in early childhood education at BMCC. My goal is to be the most goofy.. Silly caring teacher to all those little ones anxious to learn about the world. I did my...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hillside, NJ

Tais A.

5.0

Tais helped us for one weekend. She did a very good job to take care of my active 3-year-old girl. She is proficient in childcare and operated independently with minimal instructions.

- Yaping W.

Sharifa F.

5.0

We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and birthdays, she's someone we can always count on regularly , we recommend her highly!

- Steven C.

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.

Leticia B.

5.0

Wonderful and an amazing person. Kind, generous and excellent with my daughter. First time mom and I had to go back to work but my daughter was in great hands with Leticia. Leticia cared for my daughter like family would. She would feed her, clean her and put her to bed. I had peace of mind when...

- Care member

Elsie O.

5.0

Elsie is a respectable hard working lady who is so tolerant and helpful to every situation she faces when it comes to caregiving.

- Care member

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