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Cierrah W.

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Cierrah, and I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over seven years of experience in child care. I graduated from Rutgers with a Bachelors in Psychology. I have a genuine love for children and enjoy helping them grow, learn, and explore the world around them. I have experience with children from...

Dip R. says "Cierrah babysat for my two children during spring break. She was great with both of them, whether she was caring for the newborn or playing with the 4 year...

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Azalea H.

Dunellen, NJ

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$15/hr
Previously instituted thorough quality care and direct/indirect supervision to perform client observations. Documented behaviors for adolescent residents in compliance with state regulations while working as a team to construct enjoyable activities that enhance social development.
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Alissa W.

Happy Helper

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi everyone, my name is Alissa! I am attending graduate school for speech language pathology and I plan to work in pediatrics. I have 6 years of babysitting children with special needs, children going through a difficult time in their lives and those with speech delays. I have babysay ages 3 to 11 and I truly believe that being...

Jonaliza C. says "Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly anticipates...

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Florence L.

Somerset, NJ

4.1(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Florence I have being a care giver for more than 17 years I have worked with all group of elderly people and in the nursing homes, rehabs, and private homes I can also do light house keeping I know how to cook, bathe, laundry, and clean the house. I have been working in the nursing homes. I love to work with people...

Lauren M. says "Florence has been an integral part of our extended family for over a year now. She is dependable, trustworthy, and puts her heart and soul into her...

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Theo T.

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Experienced Nanny Seeking Part-Time Position Hello! I am an experienced and dedicated nanny looking for a part-time position, ideally between 5-15 hours per week. Morning only and within 5 miles of Cranford. I bring over 10 years of full-time nanny experience and have worked with children ranging from 2 months to 16 years old....

Rebecca G. says "Theo is patient and kind and genuinely loves working with babies and children. She is communicative and always accessible and very dependable. She is...

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Alyssa T.

Middlesex, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I'm Alyssa! I'm a fun and super caring person that enjoys working with people of all ages. I have worked for many families that have children with disabilities along with adults and special needs aftercare programs. Looking forward to chatting with you!
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Matthew S.

Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
I Started caring for my brother with special needs when I was only a child myself. I developed my selfless nature thereafter. I'm an extreme extrovert. Making others content brings me complete fulfillment. I have been a paid caregiver for more than 10 years. I had experience using Hoyer lifts with bedridden or stroke clients. I...

Falguni B. says "Matthew is very caring and loving person. He took care of my Father for about 1 and 1/2 year. When Matthew was with him I was at peace. He took care of...

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Dana R.

Fanwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
errands
mobility assistance
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I have extensive experience as a (Vaccinated) Senior Companion Caregiver and a CHHA provider. My approach is to care for each person with respect, kindness and understanding - everyone has a past, present and future. My goal is to provide comfort, safety, companionship, and good health for your loved one. I have worked with many...

Karen M. says "Dana has been assisting my mom since 2014 and is still employed with us as recently as 11/2020. We are so happy we found a caregiver that mom is...

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Natasha E.

Basking Ridge, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Fluent in ASL, great with all ages. Have worked with infants as young as 2 weeks old. As well as children and infants with medical and special needs. CPR certification, currently working in a hospital as a nursing assistant director but prior to...

Patricia N. says "Natasha is amazing! Very punctual, professional and friendly. My 1year old loved to play with her!"

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Eric R.

Basking Ridge, NJ

5.0(0)
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$23/hr
10 years experience
20 years experience in France and Switzerland in handicap facilities, nursing homes, home health care agencies...
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Tamar T.

Tamar

Bridgewater, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience
Hello. My name is Tami. I have lived in Bridgewater, NJ. For the past several years (2015-current), I have been working as a caretaker for senior citizens in their homes. The job entails: cooking, dressing, baking, cleaning, laundry, shopping, and keeping my clients' company. Also I play piano and make some craft decorations. My...
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Jayde W.

Middlesex, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I'm a compassionate and experienced caregiver, dedicated to providing exceptional care for your little ones. My journey into child care began at the young age of 16 when I started babysitting during my summers off. Currently, I am in a Masters program at NYU working toward licensure to become a Licensed Mental Health Therapist....

Naja K. says "Hiring Jayde was my first experience using care.com and also trusting a stranger with my baby. I can say that I made no mistake! Jayde came into my home and...

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Leslie S.

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. With three years of experience, I've developed a friendly and creative approach to childcare. My background includes early childhood development coursework, ABA therapy and experience with special needs children. I am comfortable caring for up to three children, ranging...

Jennifer B. says "We contacted Leslie needing a last minute sitter for our infant daughter. Leslie is very communicative and gave me prompt updates about how everything...

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Aislinn B.

I Adore Being Someone Both You And Your Family Can Rely On!

New Brunswick, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Aislinn and I am an upcoming senior heading into my final semester at Rutgers University. I have over 5 years of child care experience and absolutely love children! I am so excited to be able to help your family in any way possible! I am currently looking for nanny work around the New Brunswick area starting in...

Natalie Y. says "Aislinn did a fantastic job taking care of our 1 year old daughter. She was on time, attentive, kind, and gentle. She cleaned up after our daughter...

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Eileen P.

Experienced Nanny

Clark, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have been working as a nanny for 15 years. For 4 years, I have worked for a great family in Metuchen with three children, two who have special needs. Also, I have experience in working with infants. I am CPR certified. I do potty training, pick up/drop/off school, homework help. I also do Children's laundry, cleanups, meals,...

Paul T. says "Eileen cared for our three toddlers for a year and was wonderful. She was dependable, always willing to be flexible when we needed extra help, and our 3...

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Tiffany W.

Experienced Speical Needs Caregiver

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Over 8 years of experience working with special needs clients ranging from children as well as adults. I am skilled in working with varied handicapping conditions. I have the ability to deal with any difficult situation with consideration as well as care. It is very important to me that all my clients feel special and needs are...
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Taiyanna N.

Passionate, Patient,will Go Above And Beyond !

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
When it comes to children I enjoy the fact that you have a chance to teach them and they teach you as well! Seeing the world through a child's eyes is an experience like no other. I am a student looking for work while in school studying to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Below are some of my strongest skills -Patient...

Kate B. says "Tai is a great nanny! She’s been with our now 2yr old since he was 6mo. She’s patient with him, takes him out for walks and library visits, and does a great...

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Kathleen K.

Special Needs Provider

Clark, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a college graduate and I have worked with a variety of children with special needs. I am honest and trustworthy. I love all kinds of children.
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Gabriela D.

Caregiver

Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Gabriela, and I'm an experienced and dedicated caregiver with over five years working in a daycare setting, supporting children from newborns to 6 years old, including those with special needs. I have experience with children of all ages and both genders. In addition to childcare, I'm also comfortable caring...

Paula P. says "I don't have anything to complain about her. I really recommend Gabby to any family, she is punctual, flexible (always there when I needed some help with...

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Katherine B.

South Bound Brook, NJ

4.8(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 35 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Kathy and I have been a nanny and providing childcare for 20+ years. I am a mom of 5 adult children. My goals are to provide children in my care with a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment so that they feel happy, loved and secure. I believe children should be children and have fun while exploring the world...

Care Member says "Kathy has been kind compassionate and eager to help in anyway with my parents. I can trust and rely on her. She is a true blessing to our family. "

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.50/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 Dunellen, NJ

Special Needs Caregivers in Dunellen, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Cierrah W.

Cierrah babysat for my two children during spring break. She was great with both of them, whether she was caring for the newborn or playing...

- Dip R.

Alissa W.

Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly...

- Jonaliza C.

Florence L.

Florence has been an integral part of our extended family for over a year now. She is dependable, trustworthy, and puts her heart and soul...

- Lauren M.

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