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Ryann F.

Nanny

Andover, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Coming from a very large extended family, there was always a cousin to help look after. As I went into my teen years, I found myself looking after neighbors' children, my own younger sister, and lots of younger cousins. After working a few other jobs in different fields I realized how perfect being a nanny would be for me. I...

Lisa H. says "Ryann is a very determined, focused young woman with a great head on her shoulders. She is a hard worker and dedicated to her job. She would be an asset to...

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Herlide J.

Excited To Work With You!

Andover, NJ

from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Herlide and I am currently working as a mental health therapist. My education and experience in the psychological field has helped build my knowledge around helping children to grow and flourish. Previously I have worked as a substitute teacher, nanny, and camp counselor. I have also worked with children with...
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Crystal S.

Summer Help

Andover, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a teacher during the year but I am off all summer. Looking for a jobs to do over the summer. I have my own care and have experience with special needs children.
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Joan B.

Blairstown, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi there! I have a BA in psychology with an emphasis in child development. I did my internship at a daycare center, have worked in several different day care centers in the past and volunteered at a school/hospital for special needs kids. I have been a CASA volunteer (advocate for foster kids), raised four kids and as you can...

Christa J. says "I have known Joan for the about a decade and have been her employer in several capacities. At this point I do consider her a friend and trust her...

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Briana C.

Long-term Nanny

Mount Arlington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have been a nanny for 8 years with one of those years formerly being a Jr. Assistant for an after care program at an elementary School. I'm available to provide great references and I am vaccinated. I have experience with children in ages ranging from infant to preteens. I am...

Care Member says "Briana was wonderful with my children and very attentive. Her interaction with them was great and they gravitated to her bubbling personality...

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Heidi L.

Nanny And Babysitter

Newton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have worked as a Nanny and babysitter since 2004 to present. I take care from newborn and up, Attend to infants' basic needs by feeding them, dressing them, and changing their diapers. Drive them to school or activities, Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use both in learning...

Reinaguardado G. says "Heidi is extremely responsible, reliable, and trustworthy. In addition, she is great with kids of any age group. She's kind and always fun to be...

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Kristi C.

Active And Fun Sitter

Newton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I have 20+ years of experience including CPR and first aid training as a previous medical professional. I have experience with infants all the way up to preteen. Babies are held often, needs attended quickly and age appropriate sensory play provided to give them an enriched and engaging environment. As they grow (or older...

April L. says "Kristi is very competent and great with kids of all ages. She's kind and caring."

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Kristina C.

Experienced Child Care Provider Available

Newton, NJ

4.4(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I have enjoyed working with children since I was 12 years old. I worked in child care centers and with private families through the years. I studied Early Childhood Education at Montclair for two years, but just finished my associates degree in Dec of '22. I did not study special education, but I have many years of personal...

Care Member says "Kristina was wonderful with our little Z (12 month old). Z, being a mama's girl, tended to be quite fussy and irritable without me, but Kristina...

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Rachel D.

Lake Hopatcong, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Rachel, I'm 28 and a college graduate that majored in education and received my bachelors degree May 2022. I have eight years of experience working with children, aging from newborns-13 years old. I also have a 4-year-old nephew and a 1-year-old niece who I have watched since they were born. I have a lot of...

Richard K. says "Rachel has always done such a great job of watching my step-son, all the way back from when he was a baby. I wouldn't choose anyone else to care for him....

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Rachel J.

Stanhope, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Rachel Fike, a dedicated educator and mom with over 14 years of babysitting experience, including care for newborns, multiples, and children with special needs. I'm in my fifth year of teaching students from preschool through third grade, with a background in both general and special education. I have a bachelors degree...

Carly K. says "I hired Rachel to babysit my 3 year old daughter. She is highly qualified, very patient and sweet. My daughter adores her. Upon arriving home, she had my...

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Maya D.

Highly Experienced Care Giver

Landing, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
I'm a 25-year-old college student studying to be a Pediatric neuropsychologist specializing in autism and traumatic brain injury. The past year and a half I've been working with a special needs family as a nanny for a 13-year-old non verbal autistic boy with aggression and a 14-year-old with sever emotional issues. I also do...

Mia D. says "Maya D was an amazing asset to my home. I'm a single mom and have a very busy schedule and she was ready to help out t anytime. My 3 special needs kids love...

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Mary C.

Experienced Caregiver Available

Hackettstown, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a 42-year-old female with 2 daughters. My oldest will be 16 years old in December and the youngest just turned 14 years old in October. I have over 20 years of child care experience which includes newborns, as well as caring for many children at one time and special needs. I have worked in daycare and have been a nanny. I...

Rachel H. says "Mary is currently my 14 month old daughter's babysitter. She is wonderful and organized. My daughter loves being there and especially loves playing...

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Heather C.

Special Needs

Newton, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Throughout my years I've worked with many people that have diverse needs. Each person is unlike the next and with my experience I'm able to help conquer the daily challenges. With my communication skills and my ability to build trusting relationships I'm able to help during difficult times and everyday life.
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Abigail D.

Stanhope, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a graduate of the University of Tampa with my BA in Criminology/Criminal Justice. I have my Child Development Associates degree and my certificate for CPR/AED/FA. I have experience working with children with special needs and children varying many ages from infancy to high school, in the class room environment and in...

Marissa A. says "Abigail instantly became part of our family the moment she started working for us. While I would have loved to keep her forever, we had to let her go...

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Colleen F.

Experienced Nanny Looking For New Family

Hopatcong, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I've been babysitting most of my life and have been a nanny for the last 15 years. I have lots of experience with babies and toddlers. I've also been a tutor for special needs teens. Plus I worked in the child care room at the YMCA watching babies & kids up age 12 while their parents work out for 12 years until the pandemic....

Care Member says "We are very grateful for our time with Colleen. She connected with our one year old son immediately because of her warm and joyful nature. She is...

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Genevieve P.

Professional Experience With Children With Behavioral Disorders

Hopatcong, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I have my bachelors degree in psychology and I have over one year experience working. During the time that I was working in behavioral therapy, I had clients with a variety of behavioral disorders and mental deficiencies. I have experience working with: ADD, ADHD, ODD, APD, autism, down syndrome, mentally challenged,...
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Tanner C.

Newton, NJ

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$21/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Tanner. I am 20 years old and studying to get a bachelors in early childhood education and early childhood special education. I have been working with children since I was 12 when I started babysitting my neighbors kids and my siblings/cousins. I worked in 2 centers one also had programs for kids with special...
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Briana C.

A Lifelong Friend!

Mount Arlington, NJ

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$20/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hello my name is Briana and I am 23 years old. I have been a nanny and respite care companion for older special needs adolescents for 7 years with one of them being in a school setting. I have 3 generations ahead of me and I help out with all of them. I am attentive, kind, caring and patient! I can provide great references and I...
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Adrienne R.

Ready To Be A Partial Member To A Family!

Landing, NJ

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello! my name is Adrienne and I am 22 years old. I started babysitting when I was 14 years old for two children, one being autistic. I helped with homework, made dinner, prepped with lunches for the next day, helping with bathing, and got them dressed for bedtime. I became a part time nanny for that family for 5+ years. I also...
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Samantha K.

Landing, NJ

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$23/hr
4 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sammy, I am 19 years old and i'd love to help with your little ones! I am comfortable enforcing household rules and ensuring children's safety. I am also willing to assist with tasks such as cooking, meal preparation, carpooling and housekeeping! My First Aid and CPR training, as well as my experience with...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.33/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Andover, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Ryann F.

Ryann is a very determined, focused young woman with a great head on her shoulders. She is a hard worker and dedicated to her job. She would...

- Lisa H.

Joan B.

I have known Joan for the about a decade and have been her employer in several capacities. At this point I do consider her a friend and...

- Christa J.

Briana C.

Briana was wonderful with my children and very attentive. Her interaction with them was great and they gravitated to her bubbling...

- Care member

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