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Brian W.

Trenton, NJ

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a 26-year-old graduate of William Paterson University. I graduated Summa Cum Laude with split concentrations in Psychology and Sociology. I have experience supervising child care programs, adult day habilitation programs, and coaching both special needs individuals as well as typical athletes. I'm a volunteer coach...
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Lisa G.

Caregiver

Robbinsville, NJ

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$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I work as a Spanish Teacher. Prior to that, I worked as an educational assistant for nine years with special needs children. I have babysat for a few years and really enjoy it.
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Lisa G.

Caretaker

Robbinsville, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I currently work as an Educational Assistant with Special needs children.
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Sarah O.

Princeton Junction, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 2 years experience working with special needs children and 1 year working with neurotypical children as well.

Lorgia G. says "We have worked with Sarah for a year. She is an incredible human, reliable, kind, and trustworthy. My kid loves her and so do we."

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Dana M.

Certified And Cheap

Morrisville, PA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi I'm Dana! I am 26 years old with 10+ years of experience in childcare. I have lived in lower bucks and worked in childcare my entire career and absolutely love it! I enjoy going to the park, reading, taking walks and helping children learn and grow. I'm a lover of animals, the outdoors, and family. I have experience as a...

Kate N. says "Dana cared for our family regularly for 18 months. Our then 7, 5 and 2 year olds loved spending time with her. Dana reliably got the kids to school on...

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Kayla C.

Nanny With Lots Of Experience! Part Time/Date Nights/

Bensalem, PA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Kayla. I am 31 years old with extensive nanny & special needs experience with excellent references. I have also been a parents assistant/mothers helper, which primarily included grocery pick up, light cleaning, meal prepping, with little child care involved. I have a 3. 5 y/o son who attends an academy MWF 9-330....

Antoinette J. says "Kayla has been the only person off this page that I have been able to depend on. She comes and picks my kids up and takes them too school for me. She...

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Charlene P.

I Have Been Called The Child Whisperer

Jackson, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello my name is Charlene I live in Jackson. I have been a nanny for a number of years. I have established wonderful relationships with the children as well as the parents. I have also worked in my family owned day care business which entailed caring for a number of children on a daily basis providing them with a safe loving as...

Kelly F. says "Charlene is a wonderful child care provider! She has a warmth and enthusiasm that is infectious. I have a son with mild autism and she is very comfortable...

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Marcia F.

Experienced Caregiver 15+ Years Experience

Lawrence Township, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
hospice services
mobility assistance
personal care
+ 1 more
I am an experienced caregiver, with over 15 years of experience looking after individuals of all ages. I have previously worked in an elder care facility looking after individuals with dementia, and I've also worked in an adult daycare facility looking after people with special needs. I can assist with daily activities of living...

Adrien U. says "Marcia is one of the sweetest, most reliable, trustworthy, and hardworking caregivers we have come across. We hired Marcia to look after my elderly father...

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Sarah O.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Princeton Junction, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have approximately four years of experience working with persons with developmental disabilities and dual-diagnoses. I've worked two settings. AFC homes and in-home CLS and Respite care. I absolutely love working with this population. I love that I can learn so many things from these individuals like compassion, understanding,...
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Taylor C.

Mount Holly, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Taylor. I worked as a nanny and caregiver for about 10 years, I took the last two years to just mom but now that my 3 and 5-year-old are starting school I have more free time! I have experience caring for infants all the way to teens which also included special needs care. My responsibilities have included but...

Jeremy B. says "She was very good with my 2 kids and didn't let them just take over the house and made them follow rules, which my daughter didn't really like, but they...

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Sarah W.

Lumberton, NJ

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I am a graduate student (Clinical Mental Health Counseling) and I am looking for a new job opportunity . I am a very dependable and patient person with approximately 9 years of experience taking care of children, working with a wide variety of ages. I have had many different wonderful opportunities to interact with and care...
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Theresa E.

Full Time/part Time Nanny/babysitter/tutor

Levittown, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Theresa and I am 28 years old! I have been babysitting for over 10 years and have experience with children who have special needs. I work full time as an administrator and volunteer as a Catechist and OCIA assistant in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia! I have my clearances required for volunteers in the Catholic...

Kim M. says "Theresa is wonderful! She is always on time and my daughter loves her. My daughter is very picky about who she spends time with (she's 4) but she warmed up...

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Pamela S.

Compassionate Caregiver

Bensalem, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
My background was in telecommunications for 20 plus years. I'm currently looking for a career change that will provide stability and care for others. I was a nanny for a family of 6 children one with special needs for 2 years. I am a mother of two aged 27 and 37 and 2 grandchildren. I am willing to go through any background...

Elizabeth S. says "Pam is a true nurturer. She has been watching our son for the past 2 months, and in that time, she has earned a permanent place in our hearts. We love...

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Zoe S.

Fun Loving Sitter Ready To Help Your Family Out!

Englishtown, NJ

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi i'm Zoe! A super energetic nanny/babysitter ready to bring some fun into your home! My babysitting career all started when I was just 8 years old! (crazy right). I was a helper at my local daycare and learned how to take care of kids from the ages 0 and up. I have been in all kinds of baby sitting positions; nanny, mother's...

Renate S. says "Zoe took care of our son during our three month stay in Boston, as we both had to work. He was 9-12 months old at the time, and we are very lucky to have...

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Julia D.

Here To Help

Jackson, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm Julia, a 25-year-old graduate student at TCNJ and Jersey native. I currently work as an ABA therapist for children with autism. I've nannied, babysat, and worked as a daycare teacher. I've had the honor to care for children on the spectrum as well as with special needs. I am looking to help families in my spare time...

Teri S. says "Julia was amazing. Such a kind sweet person my son loved her! Very punctual kind and respectful!"

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Kim V.

Jackson, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with 20 years of experience. My passion for nurturing children's growth and development led me to this fulfilling career. I've successfully cared for children of various ages, providing a safe and nurturing environment that fosters their physical, emotional, and intellectual...

Care Member says "Kim is very kind and lovely towards my children. She has watched them after school for the last two years. Both of my children love her! I feel...

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Karen G.

Part-Time Caregiver

Howell, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
15 years experience
I have over three years experience with special needs and over 10 years experience with senior care. I am responsible, caring and feel called to do this type of work. If you require assistance with your family member(s)kindly contact me. References available upon request. Please read my reviews ! Thank you.

Wendy P. says "Karen is working with our 25 year old daughter who has special needs. Karen has embraced this position and is connecting with our daughter beyond our...

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Claudia L.

Pennington, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
8 years experience
I am a mother of a wonderful teenager. I've worked in my country as a teacher and special needs educator for more than seven years. I love to work with kids who have autism, Asperger's and any special needs. I am a caring , loving person who always give my best.
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Raena F.

Nursing Student Looking To Brighten Your Family :)

Browns Mills, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello all! My name is Raena, I'm a senior nursing student at Marywood University and I'm looking for an enriching way to earn money while helping families and providing thorough childcare. I have grown up as the primary babysitter for friends & family since a young age, which developed my love and passion for childcare. I'm also...

Care Member says "Raena was 100% phenomenal with our 2.5 year old son. She was wonderful with him and he warmed up to her right away and is usually very shy. I would...

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Joe W.

I Am A Great Guy

Plainsboro, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
I am a retired law enforcement officer for the state of NJ . I have prior CPR training in the past . I am very sociable and get along with people. Feel free to reach out to me anytime. Joe

Helen P. says "Joe was outstanding. I came home to R. my son and he was so happy. He said Joe went above and beyond for him. And talked to him all day. Very happy with...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Allentown, NJ

Special Needs Caregivers in Allentown, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Sarah O.

We have worked with Sarah for a year. She is an incredible human, reliable, kind, and trustworthy. My kid loves her and so do we.

- Lorgia G.

Dana M.

Dana cared for our family regularly for 18 months. Our then 7, 5 and 2 year olds loved spending time with her. Dana reliably got the kids...

- Kate N.

Kayla C.

Kayla has been the only person off this page that I have been able to depend on. She comes and picks my kids up and takes them too school...

- Antoinette J.

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