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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!
I'm an experienced caregiver with 5 yrs of experience. I take pride in my work with kidness, skills, and unwavering decidcation to the ones I care for. I'm clean, professional, and committed to the well-being of those I care for. I'm knowledgeable and a loving caregiver who is clean, with expertise in elder care, personal care,...
I started working with special needs children as a young teenager. It started when I began working for a 17-year-old girl with an extremely rare condition called Phelan-McDermid Syndrome, which causes autism. The girl cannot speak and she needs assistance with just about everything she does. To most people, working with a...
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello there! I hope you will consider me as your next babysitter. You will be choosing a fun, happy, energetic one when you pick me. I have worked with kids for the past 10 years. I have worked in sleepaway and day camps and children's parties. I currently work with children where the main goal of my job is to keep them safe and...
Current Mom Of 9 Year Old Girl Looking To Help Other Families With Their Little Ones
Elmwood Park, NJ
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- $24/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Andrea and I am a caring, kind mom. I was a nanny for a family in Wyckoff NJ for over 11 years taking care of two children (I started with one child at 11 months old and then the second child was born, I left when the first child was 11 years old). One of the children was diagnosed with Asperger's, so taking...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
. I've worked in a school setting for over 15 years with special needs children and young adults creating a safe fun and healthy environment in which to learn and grow I love crafts and school projects I was born here but speak Spanish read and write love baking and cooking light housekeeping and pets!!
Errands
transportation
meal prep
hospice services
light cleaning
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Hello families
I am Juliana, a professional educator with 8 years of experience taking care of children and women with special needs, what makes me different is the love I have for the service of others. Contact me for more information
I like working with kids because I love to see kids grow until their own person.
I started working with kids since I was 14. I loved to babysit all my mom's friend's little ones.
In my spare time, I like to read books and bake.
One thing you should know about me is that I can multitask and I can handle pressure from...
Care Member says "she was kind and patient with my young one. Made experience enjoyable for my little one and put me at ease "
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- $20/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...
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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...
Carpooling
meal prep
I have been working with kids for as long as I can remember. I have nannied three wonderful kids. Volunteered at schools. And taken care and been a companion to kids with special needs. I love kids and have a high level of patience.
My grandmother was a health care worker that worked with both adults and children with special needs. I become a substitute teacher and fell in love with teaching and nurturing children that have special needs. I discovered my passion for special education as a teachers assistant for children on the autism spectrum. Since then I...
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- $25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
As the oldest child, I grew up taking care of my 4 siblings. Coming from a large extended family, I also took care of my cousins. My love for children is what drove me to become a teacher. I love working with children of all ages. Not only can I provide a safe and fun time, I can also incorporate academics into the experience. I...
Care Member says "Farisa is hands down the best baby sitter we have ever worked with. My 18-month old daughter is extremely shy and was going through major separation...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Laura. I am 38 years old. I am currently seeking a nanny position. I have previous experience with children. I am a special needs nanny who has worked with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, brain injury and autism. I also was a day camp counselor for two years for 5-year-olds. Plus, I worked with my mother who was...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
meal prep
hospice services
dementia
errands
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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...
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Sandra. I have a certification in Home Health Aide, I am also child CPR and First Aid certified. I have worked with a family in Passaic, NJ for a year and six months as a teacher of two children. My childcare experience is more extensive than that, In the past few years I have worked in two different day cares:...
Charlotte C. says "Sandra takes her role as caretaker seriously. She is responsible and nurturing. She has cared for my 6 month old for two month and has become part of...
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello! I'm Farima, a dedicated and passionate individual with a love for working with children. I've had the joy of being a camp counselor at Bonjour New York, where I've had the opportunity to work with children of all ages. I have also experienced working with children with special needs, as well as families who speak French...
Kevin D. says "We were a bit nervous since it had been so long since we had used a nanny because of the pandemic. But the kids are still talking about her. We will...
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- $20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
hospice services
live-in home care
My name is Gladys from Bogota NJ. I am 57 years old. I have a caregiver experience of over 6 years . I am a certified Home Health Aide. I have also trained as a special needs education teacher for over 10 years.
My goal is to provide care and support to the seniors and children with special needs.
I have worked in nursing...
Julie C. says "Gladys is reliable and easy to communicate with. She took great care of my grandma! Thank you Gladys!"
I am a caregiver, educator and a positive supporter that is compassionate about people. As a mother of 3 boys, one which had complications and delays, I've learned to understand on how to care for children with different situations.
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $23.43/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Elmwood Park, NJ
Special Needs Caregivers in Elmwood Park, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Noelle S.
she was kind and patient with my young one. Made experience enjoyable for my little one and put me at ease
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Karine K.
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...
- Cindy S.
Kara G.
Kara is wonderful sitter and a wonderful person.
Kara started taking care of my daughter when she was about 16 months old. It took...
- Vanessa A.
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