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Marilyn H.

Caregiver/Companion

Ho Ho Kus, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My experience working with the elderly includes bathing, light housekeeping, preparing meals, shopping, grooming, running errands, driving mobile van, using a hover lift and dressing wounds. I worked with special needs patients with, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's and Multiple Sclerosis. I'm very passionate working with the...
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Care-Giver

Mahwah, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with the mental disabled for more than 10 years. On my profile you will see all the skills and responsibilities I had while working there. During this time, I have acquired so much knowledge on dealing with all types of diagnoses. I am cooperative and a hard worker and want the best for my patients.
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NJ Licensed Registered Nurse

Totowa, NJ

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Loving, patient, caring, compassionate Registered Nurse with many years experience caring for patients across the life span with varied medical diagnoses & conditions. I take pride in providing the highest quality care.
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Nanny/Nana

Paterson, NJ

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$22/hr
The best career ever, never for the money, but for the journey of being part of yet another child/ children's lives milestones. I love children and I wouldn't change a thing only to learn more with every family I serve and learn to love! So far over 20 years of one on care and still going!
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Full Time Care-giver

Hawthorne, NJ

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$24/hr
7 years experience
a passionate and experienced caregiver with over 8 years of supporting children and young adults with disabilities, including autism, developmental delays, and behavioral needs. I've worked in homes, classrooms, and community settings providing 1:1 care, implementing daily routines, and encouraging progress through consistency,...
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Paterson, NJ

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$24/hr
Experienced with special need personally and professionally as I also have a special needs child and have been caring for special needs children and adults since 2010
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Loving And Caring Nanny

Riverdale, NJ

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hi, my name is Kelly. I am 34 and have a BA in psychology. I am a single mom of a 9-year-old little boy who is my everything ! I have years of experience as a nanny with special needs children. I have worked alongside the state and OTC therapists and speech therapists. I am outgoing, love children, pets and will give your child...
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Loving, Caring And Patient Special Needs Caregiver

Wayne, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
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...
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Franklin Lakes, NJ

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I have a graduate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism studies. I have worked in private school and public school settings serving individuals with special needs. I also have experience providing home ABA services.
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Lincoln Park, NJ

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$18/hr
As a middle child with 5 siblings (two of which are autistic), I have a lot of hands on one-on-one childcare experience ranging from ages 0-12 years old. My skills include but are not limited to: diaper changing, errand running, bottle feeding, meal preparation/cooking, educating, craft making, and more. Teacher's assistant at...
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I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Saddle River, NJ

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$30/hr
7 years experience
I am a recent graduate of the Montclair Masters in Music Therapy. I have over 10 years experience taking in teaching various music lessons and 3 years experience in music therapy. I offer client-focused and music -center therapy for people with special needs of all ages.
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Special Needs Childcare Provider, Coach And Educator

Montclair, NJ

3.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a special needs childcare provider with over 10 years of hands on experience working alongside parents, guardians, teachers and therapists to help enrich each of my client's lives. I have a bachelors degree in theatre arts. I specialize in emotional care, nurturing, and using arts and crafts, performing arts and the...
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Wood Ridge, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
I am extremely passionate about empowering individuals with special needs! As an occupational therapy student, I can assist with activities of daily living, and care for individuals with whatever else they may need.
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Little Ferry, NJ

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental health Counseling. I have been working with children with special needs for over 15 years in various settings. I have worked in a summer camp, day care and as an at home therapist. I feel that working with children is essential because those are the most critical years for progress and...

Robert D. says "Stephanie goes above and beyond her job. Whichever it may be. She gives 110% at everything she puts her mind to. Works really well with others and liked...

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Special Needs, Senior Care

Bergenfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver for Special Needs, Senior Care, Child Care. I have over 18 years of experience. I am available for week night M-F overnight (flexible with start time)(7/8pm-7am)or weekend Fri-Sun overnight...

Christina D. says "As a first time mommy, I needed extra help with my son. At one month old Tracey came to the rescue! She was very patient not only with our son, but...

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Energetic and Loving Nanny Seeks Position

Fort Lee, NJ

3.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Laura. I am 38 years old. I am currently seeking a nanny position. I have previous experience with children. I am a special needs nanny who has worked with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, brain injury and autism. I also was a day camp counselor for two years for 5-year-olds. Plus, I worked with my mother who was...
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Extensive Experience With Seniors And Adult Special Needs

Oak Ridge, NJ

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a certified home health aid, certified EMT, have DDD training, nursing school graduate I can identify medical emergencies and act accordingly I have provided nutritional care, encourage and assist with activities of daily living, assist with AM & PM care, medication administration, ambulation, exercises, bath rooming,...
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Registered Nurse/nanny/caregiver/esp Special Needs Child

Tappan, NY

3.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Pediatric home care nurse many disabilities/ages/cultural backgrounds, love working with children in your home, Active and athletic, involved many sports and hobbies. love doing lots of different activities. HAVE FOUR CHILDREN MINE OWN. WILL INVOLVE YOUR CHILDREN IN MANY DIFFERENT ACTIVITIES. KEEP THEM BUSY AND OUT OF TROUBLE.
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South Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hi there! I've been working as a nanny for 10+ years. I've worked with children of all ages from 3 weeks old, to 16 years old. I love to spend time with children. I read and do age-related activities. I can tutor as well, if necessary. Safety is is main priority, so that it is never a worry. I am CPR/AED certified as a...

Care Member says "Janelle is so wonderful! She has been a date night, etc. sitter for my 2.5 year old son for the last 9 months or so. She's so great with him and really...

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  • 60 special needs child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.50/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs child care is 5.0

Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in Oakland, NJ

Special Needs Child Care in Oakland, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Stephanie S.

Stephanie goes above and beyond her job. Whichever it may be. She gives 110% at everything she puts her mind to. Works really well with...

- Robert D.

Tracey G.

As a first time mommy, I needed extra help with my son. At one month old Tracey came to the rescue! She was very patient not only with our...

- Christina D.

Janelle R.

Janelle is so wonderful! She has been a date night, etc. sitter for my 2.5 year old son for the last 9 months or so. She's so great with him...

- Care member

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