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Rania G.

Special Needs Caretaker

Hawthorne, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have over 20 years of experience working with people of all ages who have been diagnosed with special needs. From the age of 9 years old, I helped my single mother raise my 2-year-old brother who was diagnosed with autism. We struggled as a family, as there was little to no resources available regarding the autism spectrum...
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I Have Tons Of Experiences

New Milford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
For the past 10 years I have served as a baby sitter working with children ages, two weeks to 15 years old including children with down syndrome, autism, bi-polar, and mild special needs cases. Since 2005, I have been employed by the Montclair Board of Education as a teacher assistant working with children pre-K- grade5. In...

Camille M. says "Jenine is a lovely woman! My daughter had such a wonderful time with Jenine, she's still talking about it!!!"

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Garfield, NJ

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$17/hr
5 years experience
My Name is Sandra, In the past I worked with special needs teens, toddlers ( spine bifida, down syndrome, autism, behavior disorder ) I have experience to work with them so that they are within their limitations as independent as possible.
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DSP/Group Home Manager

Paramus, NJ

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$21/hr
Hello my name is sarena L. I have been working with mentally disabled adults for over 10 years. I have worked with children and adults with all different kinds of cognitive disabilities such as down syndrome, autism, diabetes, epilepsy, and mental health patients. And very compassionate and caring and understanding and have much...
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15 Year Pediatric Nurse

Rutherford, NJ

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$15/hr
9 years in a pediatric office. Triaging and caring for newborns to teenagers. Then I worked in pediatric Homecare for 6 years caring for all ages and all diagnoses (Autism, Downs Syndrome, CP ect). I am skilled in gtube feedings, respiratory care and oxygen support.
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Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver Available

Wallington, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have worked with children with special needs for about 6 years. I have experience feeding, bathing, clothing, teaching, and working closely with children and young adults with various exceptionalities. I am in school to be a special educator and have knowledge on the characteristics of students and children with...
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New Milford, NJ

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$30/hr
1 year experience
My name is Sarah and I am a 25-year-old English Language Arts teacher. During the school year, I teach 10th grade English in Newark, NJ. I am currently searching for a summer job; I am available from late July to mid-August. I have experience working with children with special needs in multiple settings. In the past, I have...
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Paraprofessional/tutor for special needs

Caldwell, NJ

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$17/hr
4 years experience
I am currently attending Fordham University to obtain my Master's in School Psychology with a specialization in early intervention and assessment. I also have worked as a paraprofessional with children who have ADHD and/or ASD. My passion for working with children who have disabilities came from the research I conducted in...
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A Great Companion!

Hackensack, NJ

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I have over 4 years of experience as a direct support professional, caring for a woman in her 30's who had developmental delays. I've assisted her in bathing/dressing, preparing meals, appointments and self care (nails, etc.). I've also worked as a substitute teacher and have experienced working with students in self contained...
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Wayne, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience
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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About Me

Little Falls, NJ

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hi! I have recently moved here from Buffalo, New York. I have worked with children as little as 3 years old, but with my family history I am comfortable working with infants and above. I also have extensive experience with children with special needs. I've babysat my 17-year-old neighbor with severe autism, as well as working...
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Tons Of Experience And Love For Children

New Milford, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
For the past 10 years I have served as a baby sitter working with children ages, two weeks to 15 years old including children with down syndrome, autism, bi-polar, and mild special needs cases. Since 2005, I have been employed by the Montclair Board of Education as a teacherworking with children pre-K- 8 th. In addition, I have...
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Part-Time Babysitter Available In June, Full-time In July!

Haworth, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a Junior at Ithaca College studying Occupational Therapy, and I LOVE children! I have been a camp counselor for kids ages 10-13, but because I need to take a summer class, I will be in Ithaca for the summer and I'd love to have kids to keep me smiling through my Anatomy class. I can work with kids ages 4 and up! I am very...
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DSP

Fair Lawn, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Brian, and I am a dedicated caregiver and Direct Support Professional (DSP) with extensive experience caring for individuals with diverse needs. As an aspiring Occupational Therapy (OT) student, I am passionate about helping others and understand the challenges faced by individuals with physical and mental...
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From A Caterpillar To A Butterfly

Wayne, NJ

4.3(1)
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$25/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
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...

Edna C. says "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...

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I am the energetic mother of 4 grown children and was a caregiver for over 25 years to my brother, who I grew up with, and had Downs Syndrome. He came to live with me shortly after I married and he was an integral part of my family. I was fully responsible for every area of his life and daily care. I implemented all of his...
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VERY RELIABLE CARE GIVER

New City, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Caregiver/tutor

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a sister with Down Syndrome and have been involved in the special needs community my whole life. I was the president of the Best Buddies chapter at Simsbury high school where I interacted and facilitated activities for people with all different types of developmental and intellectual disabilities. In addition, I have been...

Star K. says "I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived with a smile. I...

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Hoboken, NJ

4.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I'm Michael, a young, freelance writer with a love for kids. My two younger sisters don't hurt. One has Down syndrome, so I'm used to caring for children with special needs. If you're looking for the kind of sitter to park your kids in front of the TV, look elsewhere. From board games to outdoor excursions, I'll keep them...

Saurabh P. says "Michael was a caregiver for our two sons (preschooler and fourth grader) on two occasions in the past few months. My interaction with Michael during the...

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Certified General/Special Education Teacher Seeking Part-time Employment

Astoria, NY

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Mary Rose and I am currently a Special Education teacher on the elementary level. I hold certificates in General/Special Education on the Elementary level, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and have my Masters of Science for Literacy. I am also working as an Assistant Coach for the Youth Wheelchair division of New York...

Marisol A. says "I was very cautious of who I would hire to watch my 11 year old son who has autism. I felt it had to be someone very patient and had knowledge of the...

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  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of July 2025

Recent Down syndrome care reviews from local parents in Hawthorne, NJ

Down Syndrome Care in Hawthorne, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed Down syndrome care

Jenine D.

Jenine is a lovely woman! My daughter had such a wonderful time with Jenine, she's still talking about it!!!

- Camille M.

Fantasia R.

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...

- Edna C.

Claire A.

I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived...

- Star K.

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