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Gina B.

Licenced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Allendale, NJ

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I am a mature, skilled, patient and creative practitioner. Along with my license as a COTA, I am a 25 yr yoga teacher, musician and mother of three adult women. I have rescue dogs and am an empathic and understanding person.
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Allendale, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I have been babysitting for the last 10 years for family friends with children from ages 1 month to 10 years old. For the last year, I have worked as a Teacher's Aide in a Special Needs Preschool classrooms.
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Caregiver

Saddle River, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
hospice services
respite care
live-in home care
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...

Judi H. says "Eleanora took her role As an aide, companion very seriously. She always took the our mom's needs into consideration . Elle prepared food that was...

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CDA Classroom Assistant And Babysitter

Hawthorne, NJ

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I am a super energetic fun loving nanny who is nurturing and patient. I am truly grateful to have this as my profession and love going to work. It is a great joy for me to watch and help children grow and develop. I am currently working as a full time nanny / house manager . I have been with the family almost 6 years and my...

Carol C. says "Ann is honest, caring, organized, and experienced working academically, socially , and emotionally with your child or children. She is patient and has...

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Caregiver For Special Needs Kids

Rochelle Park, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
Hi. Let me introduce myself. My name is Katarina and I'm from Slovakia , Have been living in this country for last 16 years. I obtained Master degree as Social worker in my country . Currently working on my transcription of my diploma . I have a knowledge and experience of special needs kids. I love what I'm doing and love to be...
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Babysitting More Than Turing A Tv On

Sloatsburg, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi families !! My name is Gillian and I would love to work with your children. I have 8 years of experience babysitting and am currently in college to become a teacher. I have done two 600 hour student teaching experiences at East Longmeadow middle school and Longmeadow middle school. Throughout my high school years I worked at...

Mary M. says "Gillian has been babysitting in the neighborhood for years. I have been her supervisor for the last 3 years that she worked as a lifeguard at our HOA lake....

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30+

Hillsdale, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I've been doing this for 30+ years now. I have much experience with children but also special needs of all ages. I have always embraced and took too special needs, ever since I was a kid, even into high school where I work hand-in-hand with them & their families. It is my passion and my gift to share, help others, & love our...

Vanessa A. says "Kara is wonderful sitter and a wonderful person. Kara started taking care of my daughter when she was about 16 months old. It took practically...

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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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Franklin Lakes, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am serious and responsible about my job. I also love to communicate with people. Associates Degree in Nursing from my homeland. References. Vaccinated for COVID-19
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Elmwood Park, NJ

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I was trained to be an ABA therapist to children with autism. I'm familiar with ASL. I'm comfortable using communication devices. I've worked with children for over 20 years now. Helping parents navigate this thing called parenthood brings me great joy!
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Special Needs Caregiver

Saddle Brook, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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,...

Aimee S. says "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....

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Harrington Park, NJ

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
1 year experience
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
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...

Diane O. says "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...

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College Student

Mahwah, NJ

5.0(1)
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$48/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

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

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

Waldwick, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
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...

Care Member says "Rosetta has been our son's full-time nanny for the past 18-months, starting when he was just 5-months old. She has played an instrumental role in his...

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Part-Time Nanny Available On Short Notice

Fair Lawn, NJ

4.8(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I've been caring for children/ managing households for about 10 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...

Cindy S. says "Karine is a sweet girl who loves children. She is punctual, dependable and outgoing. You can tell from the moment you meet her that she is comfortable with...

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Haskell, NJ

4.3(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I have 19 yrs experience as a nanny as well as experience with special needs children (autism and cerebral palsy specifically). I've worked for families with up to 5 children of all ages, aged infant to teenager. Comfortable with housework, laundry, meals, homework, overnights, pets etc. I adore children and am excellent...

Robert B. says "Jess worked for us during the summer through October until my schedule changed. My 2 yr old daughter absolutely loves her and we still use her whenever we...

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Registered Nurse/nanny/caregiver/esp Special Needs Child

Tappan, NY

3.0(0)
from
$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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Experienced Babysitter

Hawthorne, NJ

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$15/hr
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am interested in babysitting and looking after children with special needs/ I have experience in both fields. I have babysat children from newborn-15 years old. I have worked in a special needs children's school and have worked in an adult special needs facility.
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Paterson, NJ

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Errands
live-in home care
home modification
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as nurturing full of life and caring I like caring for people because it brings a sense completion and happiness knowing that I make a difference aiding and helping someone who is unable to efficiently help them selves in certain aspects of life! I'm looking for a job that I can make a difference...
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Part-time Babysitter

Closter, NJ

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Growing up, I have had an older sister with special needs. She was born with no ability to walk or talk and has always needed individualized special care and attention. My sister has Cerebral Palsy with the needs of an infant. I have spent my life caring for her and being one of her main caregivers. Before COVID hit, I spent 2...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.50/hr as of January 2026

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Eleanora Z.

Eleanora took her role As an aide, companion very seriously. She always took the our mom's needs into consideration . Elle prepared food...

- Judi H.

Ann L.

Ann is honest, caring, organized, and experienced working academically, socially , and emotionally with your child or children. She is...

- Carol C.

Gillian D.

Gillian has been babysitting in the neighborhood for years. I have been her supervisor for the last 3 years that she worked as a lifeguard...

- Mary M.

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