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Maria T.

Caldwell, NJ

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
I care for my daughter with autism for 7 years. I have experience with children and adults with neurological disorders and special needs. I am very intuitive and passionate person,
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Super Fun Sitter Ready To Make Your Day!

Caldwell, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
I have 3+ years of child care experience. I am totally willing to help with errands and light housework. I have special needs care experience, including being a teacher's aide in a special needs classroom. Excited to hear from you! :)

Care Member says "Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!"

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Special Needs Caregiver

Caldwell, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with elementary to adult special needs individuals for 10+ years. I am currently working with special needs adults (autism, Asperger's and cerebral palsy individuals). I have the ability to practice patience, empathy, compassion and understanding. I have over 10 years experience. I am CPR, AED, and First Aid...
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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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Passionate Special Education Teacher

Caldwell, NJ

1.0(0)
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$20/hr
4 years experience
My name is Molly and I am a certified Special Education Teacher as well as hold my Masters in SPED from Columbia University. My passion is in working with children and teens with disabilities. I see the whole child and utilize their strengths to help with their areas of growth. I am patient, kind and believe that everyone...
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Special Education Teacher

Caldwell, NJ

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am an experienced teacher, tutor, and nanny who loves art, music, and helping others. Let's connect ! I have many references, reliable transportation, a desire to learn and teach, and motivation to work hard.
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Babysitter/Nanny

Caldwell, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My name is Sophia, I have had the unique experience of growing up with a younger brother who is significantly disabled. He was diagnosed with ASD at 3 years old, which gave me a lifetime (so far) of working closely and loving someone on the spectrum. At a young age, I was inspired to pursue a career in this field, leading me to...
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Caldwell, NJ

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I have been a school aide for disabled students for over two years now, and I have grown up supporting a brother with ASD. I love what I do, and I love providing support and fun wherever I work next!
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Loving,reliable And Responsible Caregiver

Caldwell, NJ

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Hi my name is Tara and I have always had a passion for caring for people of all ages. I was blessed to stay home and raise my own three son's who are in school fulltime. I have cared for multiple people, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, seniors and my recent job was caring for a 30-year-old Male with a language disorder, ASD and...
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Caldwell, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
My name is Hannah and I am 23 yrs old. I am reliable, fun and loving. I have experience taking care of newborns, children, and special needs young adults. I also volunteer with special needs children at my church. I have transportation and several references.
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Senior Care

Garfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Sandra. I have the certification on Home Health Aide. I have Adult CPR and First Aide. Many years ago I worked in Florida with young people with different special needs, as well as with the elderly with different medical conditions. Due to circumstances beyond my control, I had to move to New Jersey where I...

Care Member says "It was the luckiest day of all our lives when Sandra B. came into it to take care of my sister twice a week. She is a blessing in so many ways. She can...

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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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Babysitter

Boonton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting and nannying for the past 14 years. I started working with four foster children in 2011. I was responsible for their meals, nap-time, and taking the children to and from activities/appointments. I have worked with children with special needs.

Sandra C. says "I could rely on MacKenzie to take care of our 4 children without worrying. I knew she would handle any situation that came up sensibly. She's like one of...

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Full Time Caregiver

Lyndhurst, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
visiting physician
hospice services
personal care
+ 1 more
My name is Andrea. I live in in Lyndhurst, I am Brazilian. I have experience and excellent references. I have experience with special needs, housekeeping and hospice. I am fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. I really love working with people, and I know it's a gift from God.

Amy E. says "I was so fortunate to find Andrea to care for my ailing mother. She is a beautiful, caring, compassionate woman who cared for my mother like she was her own...

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Newark, NJ

4.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello Parents! My name is Aileen and I'm a 27 years old college student. I have years of experience with infants and toddlers (including premature/ children with special needs) I love spending time outside, going on walks, zoo, museums, arts and crafts! I have references from my previous families and experience with first time...

Care Member says "Really pulled through for me at the last minute"

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Belleville, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Valerie. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I have many years experience with children of all ages. I am a certified K-8 teacher also certified in special education. I have a masters in education, teaching for 14 years. For the last five years I have worked in the school as a crisis counselor,...
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Lots Of Laughs With Anna Banana!

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! With four years of experience in the early childcare setting and two years working with special needs individuals under my belt, I would say there is not much I cannot handle. Despite my young age, I bring a responsible, caring, yet fun and engaging energy to any family! Prepped with sample lesson plans acquired during my...

Michelle L. says "Anna is a very responsible caregiver. She had to juggle multiple drop-off/pick-ups for my kids each day. She managed my 4 kids and was very playful with...

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Certified SPED Teacher

Clifton, NJ

4.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been babysitting children for over 15 years. I have babysat for all ages including multiple children at the same time for families. Previously, I worked taking care of adults with special needs and children with special needs. I used to work at an adult daycare and worked as a camp counselor for 4 summers. Previously, I...

Emily A. says "I interviewed Lucia and found her to be very professional. She had a well prepared resume listing her excellent experiences. Unfortunately her school...

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Caring, Married, Mother Of 2 Adult Children,

Little Falls, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I was a stay at home mother of two children, while caring for my own children I cared for my friends baby for the first year of his life, in 2004 when my kids were in school I applied to Little Falls School #3 (3-4 grade) as a Lunch Aid/substitute School Secretary, in 2007 I applied to Little Falls School #2 as a Teachers Aide...

Natalie P. says "Kelli looked after my 2 kids full time for 2 years, until my youngest started kindergarten. She's incredibly punctual and helped my youngest learn the...

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East Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
errands
transportation
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I have experience working with individuals with specials needs as a residential counselor and Direct support Professional. I worked with the youth and elderly, helping them do daily tasks and giving medication. I also have experience working as an event coordinator and office assistant so I'm great at multitasking. My...

James T. says "Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again."

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.30/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 3.6

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Caldwell, NJ are rated 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Tara P.

Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!

- Care member

Sandra B.

It was the luckiest day of all our lives when Sandra B. came into it to take care of my sister twice a week. She is a blessing in so many...

- Care member

Mackenzie M.

I could rely on MacKenzie to take care of our 4 children without worrying. I knew she would handle any situation that came up sensibly....

- Sandra C.

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