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Alyce B.

I Am A Special Needs Sibling And Caregiver

Fairfield, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am the energetic mother of 4 grown children and was a caregiver for over 25 years to my brother, who I grew up with, and had Downs Syndrome. He came to live with me shortly after I married and he was an integral part of my family. I was fully responsible for every area of his life and daily care. I implemented all of his...
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Warren N.

East Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Transportation
errands
hospice services
dementia
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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Nashaly M.

Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a Behavioral Therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology and interested in babysitting/nannying part time. I love working with kids and have worked at a daycare for almost 2 years and another for about a year now. My mother is also a teacher who has taught me a lot on how to care for a child. I have a 3-year-old brother who...

Hitesh M. says "Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time ."

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Kelli P.

Caring, Married, Mother Of 2 Adult Children,

Little Falls, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
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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Tyler A.

Montclair, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a compassionate caregiver with 16+ years of childcare experience. My background includes babysitting, nannying, working in schools, and serving as both a Youth Behavioral Assistant and Youth Mental Health Therapist/Coach. I hold a Master's degree in Theoretical-Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. I currently work...
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Jubilee R.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
2 years experience
Hi everyone! My name is Jubilee a rising senior at Rutgers University Newark. I have three years of experience taking care of my cousin. He is a high functioning high school boy on the Autism spectrum. In regards to asthma, allergies and other delays I deal with them on a daily basis. I am an energetic, kind, adaptable, always...

Debra M. says "Jubilee is a pleasure to work with. She's caring, personable, respectful and good with our 22 year old special needs son. He really enjoys spending time...

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Kelly D.

Loving And Energetic Nanny With Over 15 Years Of Experience Looking For Occasional/ Full /part Time

Riverdale, NJ

5.0(1)
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$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I am a Mom to a 13-year-old little boy who is my life and my step son who is also 13 . I have worked with children for over 20 years and have extensive references! I am energetic, outgoing and fun loving . I enjoy all activities , reading , swimming( I can also give swimming lessons as I was a coach), walks and much more! I will...

George G. says "Kelly was well liked by my children. She is very knowledgeable and did a wonderful job helping my girls with their homework!!! She's pleasant and witty!...

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Kim G.

Part-time Caregiver

Montclair, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hi Mommy's/ Daddy's! Looking for a fun and reliable Babysitter? Search no further, because I am ready for the job. With over five years' experience in babysitting and daycare roles, I will step in and make an immediate positive contribution in the lives of you and your children. Are seeking someone who can take babysitting...

Nicole M. says "Kim is incredibly honest, caring, considerate, energetic and conscientious person I know. I have trusted her with caring for my family before and so i...

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Taryya E.

South Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
Hi families, My name is Taryya and I am an experienced, reliable, and caring sitter. I have been a sitter for nine years now with experience with children from all ages and backgrounds, and children with special needs. I have worked as a behavior technician, as well as a teachers assistant in the past, I have amazing references,...

Tyesha P. says "Taryya watched my son from the time he was 6 until she went off to college. He's 9 now and misses her very much, we both do. My son is special needs and...

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Christina S.

Creative And Energetic Sitter

Denville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Christina and I graduated from college at Kent State University majoring in Nursing this past May. I have been a babysitter for the past five years with various families that have different child needs. I am very adaptable with many circumstances. In the past, I have babysat for a family with five children and it...

Christina G. says "Christina did a wonderful job with my 2 boys. My oldest (8yr) has ADHD and my youngest (3yr) absolutely loved her and were always happy after she spent...

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Mackenzie M.

Babysitter

Boonton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
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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Gianna C.

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
All children adore me I love to play all types of board games as well as any games the children love I have a diabetic nephew and along with 8 another nephews. I love going to the parks and arts and crafts as well. If anything needs to be done I'll be the first one to make sure it's done and done correctly. I have a 2020 jeep...

Donna C. says "Gianna is my daughter. Ever since she was little she adored children she always jumps into action when something is wrong or even when someone wants to...

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Farisa K.

Special Needs Babysitter/nanny

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
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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Christina S.

Passaic, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
I been in the field for 15 year u have the opportunity to meet all different people im kind I have a lot of compassion.

Kiara G. says "Christina has been great taking care of my 3 year old."

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Farisa K.

Experienced Babysitter And Teacher

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
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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Emily C.

About Emily

Montclair, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Emily and I love working with kids! I studied child advocacy and policy at MSU as well as social work (I've not yet finished my degree but plan to part-time/ online in the Fall of 2025 or spring of 26). I am going to be transferring to a university that has a BSW program so that my masters will only take a year. I...

Manasi C. says "She was wonderful with my daughter .. she read her books, played with her, made sure she was comfortable. Definitely would like to work with her in...

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Olivia M.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
Hello My name is Olivia. 33-year-old new mom to a beautiful 1-year-old baby girl . Very reliable and willing to always help out where and when I can. Im available for transportation to and from school or after school activities. I have 4 years of experience with transport/ nanny services including working with a special needs...

Former Member A. says "Olivia is amazing, her energy and her aura was amazing to be around .definitely a keeper"

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Joanna F.

PT CARETAKER/ASSISTANT AVAILABLE Mature, Reliable & Experienced From Infants Thru Teens

Montclair, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Joanna, mother of two grown kids, looking for a caretaking or errands position. I am 59, high energy, committed, hard-working and flexible with my schedule. I love babies, children of all ages and eager to take responsibility for yours and devote loads of attention and energy! I can attend to a strict schedule, maintain safety...
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Joanna F.

Montclair, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Greetings! I'm Joanna, mother of two grown children in college, available to step in to take care of your children. I am entertaining, high energy, committed, hard-working and flexible with my schedule. I have professional experience and love children of all ages, especially infants! I can attend to a strict schedule, maintain...

Diane M. says "Joanna is highly dependable and brings experience, intelligence, and gentle loving care to your child. She's fun, creative and a great teacher. As an...

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Victoria K.

Elmwood Park, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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!
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of December 2025

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

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

Warren N.

Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again.

- James T.

Nashaly M.

Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time .

- Hitesh M.

Kelli P.

Kelli looked after my 2 kids full time for 2 years, until my youngest started kindergarten. She's incredibly punctual and helped my youngest...

- Natalie P.

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