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Rubi R.

Rubi R. From Bronx, NY

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Rubi! I was a college student majoring in Early Childhood Education before the pandemic and was in search of finding a position in my desired field to pay for my tuition. Since then, I've realized that I have more of a passion to help bring up the next generation with a different approach- something more personal....

Christopher D. says "Rubi is a great care taker. Amazing! My little sister and niece loved her. She was cheerful, energetic and full of spirit. Her love and admiration...

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Valeria M.

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Elmwood Park, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$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...

Care Member says "Valeria has provided excellent nanny services to my daughter. She is punctual with after school pick-ups and very reliable. She is extremely patient and...

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Sarah W.

Masters-Educated Exceptional Child Care Provider With 20 Years Of Diverse Experience

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
Experienced and masters-educated child care provider with 20 years of experience providing exceptional supervision and compassionate guidance for children from infant to pre-teen. Positions includes live-in and live-out nanny, traveling nanny, teacher, camp counselor, camp arts director, child bereavement counselor, and...

Catherine B. says "Sarah took care of our kids on a visit to New York. She was prompt in responding to me and was professional and warm in the interview. We were planning...

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Jenine D.

I Have Tons Of Experiences

New Milford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
For the past 10 years I have served as a baby sitter working with children ages, two weeks to 15 years old including children with down syndrome, autism, bi-polar, and mild special needs cases. Since 2005, I have been employed by the Montclair Board of Education as a teacher assistant working with children pre-K- grade5. In...

Camille M. says "Jenine is a lovely woman! My daughter had such a wonderful time with Jenine, she's still talking about it!!!"

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Sandra B.

Senior Care

Garfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 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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Amanda B.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
My name is Amanda. I have cared for the ages of 0-90 yrs old. I am very energetic and diligent. I have cared for patients with diagnosis such as, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's, diabetes, scoliosis, etc. I am comfortable with bathing, feeding, meal prep, light housekeeping, and medications.

Emma R. says "Amanda is extremely kind, smart, caring and friendly. She is a great help and hard worker. She has a warm personality, and everyone loves being around her."

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Jessica T.

Modern Mary Poppins

Brooklyn, NY

4.5(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I'm Jess, a Brooklyn-based potty-training coach, and writer, who's looking for occasional/temporary childcare gigs as I work on a book and my business. I've been a caregiver since I was a kid myself, and have spent over two decades in childcare in some capacity; babysitting, tutoring, nannying, potty- and sleep-training,...

Care Member says "Jessica was amazing, Very responsive, very punctual and super attentive and kind with my small children. She asked questions to help understand the...

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Shanna B.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Assistant Teacher certification Special needs certification Autism awareness certification CPR/ first aid certification Newborn Care Specialist Certification Sleep Training Vaccinated

Care Member says "Shanna is a professional - she has taken care of children for most of her life - and perhaps more importantly, my two girls love her. She takes care of...

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Janelle R.

South Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Hi there! I've been working as a nanny for 10+ years. I've worked with children of all ages from 3 weeks old, to 16 years old. I love to spend time with children. I read and do age-related activities. I can tutor as well, if necessary. Safety is is main priority, so that it is never a worry. I am CPR/AED certified as a...

Care Member says "Janelle is so wonderful! She has been a date night, etc. sitter for my 2.5 year old son for the last 9 months or so. She's so great with him and really...

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Melissa H.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$100/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I have been dedicated to providing private lessons to children with special needs for over 20 years. My student-guided approach emphasizes hands-on learning, tailoring behavioral and academic strategies to meet each child's unique needs. I integrate ABA principles and collaborate with students' Physical and Occupational...

Barry K. says "Melissa worked with our son with special needs for several years when he was in upper school. She was more than just an excellent math and humanities...

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Sherolyn T.

Aid On Call

Maspeth, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Sherolyn T. I have 20 years of experience in working with seniors, children and those who have special needs. I have mainly worked with the senior community in nursing homes, private homes and hospitals. I have found much joy and fulfillment in helping others. I earned my CNA from ABCI and I am able to assist...

Nadine G. says "I am honored to provide a reference for Sherolyn. I have known Sherolyn for 15 years. In the capacity Of her immediate Supervisor which led to a...

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Laura C.

Energetic and Loving Nanny Seeks Position

Fort Lee, NJ

3.0(0)
from
$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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Kelliann D.

Positive Behavior, special needs caregiver

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been working with children for over 20 years. It began with babysitting at age 10 & grew into a successful network of families that kept me busy all through high school. In college, I volunteered at an elementary school running math intervention programs. I also spent a summer in Africa teaching preschoolers, teens, and...

Care Member says "Kelliann has watched my two boys for over 8 years. She had been punctual, loving, patient and kind. She is very creative and resourceful and has helped...

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Priscila K.

Passaic, NJ

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
My name is Priscila, I am 25 years old, recently graduated with my Master's degree. I have a valid driver's license, I have a vehicle. I do not mind pets as I grew up with dogs. I am fluent in both English and Spanish. I have 7 years of professional work experience with kids. l have plenty of families that I have worked for...

Care Member says "Priscila did a great job caring for our 10mo old and 4y old, and was able to handle a complex evening routine with minimal guidance, on a very short...

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Rebecca H.

Drama Teacher Seeking Afternoon Care/Tutoring Work

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm a theatre artist and educator and recently relocated to NYC. I'm seeking steady part time work as a caregiver and/or tutor this year and beyond. As a caregiver I've worked with ages 3 months to 14 years old, including twin toddlers, nanny shares, and special needs. I've navigated a wide range of parenting styles, and...

Care Member says "Rebecca was a wonderful caretaker for our three kids (3, 5, and 7). School pickup, after school activities, homework help, play dates and everything in...

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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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Catherina D.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
from
$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Catherina. I'm available to care for your love one's. I have experience working with client with different needs and care.
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Diane T.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I'm not "Just A Nanny" & I don't want to be! I am a professional nanny that has been successfully caring for children & households in NYC for over a decade. I am a native New Yorker, college grad, & ex-NYC teacher. I take pride in the long tenures I've had with my families & I love "my kids". I am not myopic about my role & a...

Care Member says "Diane cared for our son starting at 6 months to almost two. She took wonderful care of him and filled their days with fun activities and discovery. They...

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Ariela R.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been traveling for 3 years to many healing centers, working with children that have special needs, ADHD, depression, autism. I share over 300 different healing modalities, based off of what people experience. Acupressure, breathwork, yoga and an open minded fun imagination. I have a 2-year-old daughter who if you will...

Care Member says "We only used Ariela for babysitting, but she was very kind and caring. Our son got along tremendously well with her little girl. My three year old said...

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Brittany T.

Caregiver

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've working with children who are along the spectrum for about five years. I started in a group home working as a direct care counselor for 2. 5 years. Then I worked as a home health aid for a young girl who had NF1 and was blind. After her I then worked for a family who had two young boys and were along the spectrum. I was...

Lavinia M. says "Brittany worked for us a little less than two years, than we moved back to Italy. That is the only reason why she is not with us anymore. Brittany became...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.50/hr as of August 2025

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

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

Rubi R.

Rubi is a great care taker. Amazing! My little sister and niece loved her. She was cheerful, energetic and full of spirit. Her love and...

- Christopher D.

Valeria M.

Valeria has provided excellent nanny services to my daughter. She is punctual with after school pick-ups and very reliable. She is extremely...

- Care member

Sarah W.

Sarah took care of our kids on a visit to New York. She was prompt in responding to me and was professional and warm in the interview. We...

- Catherine B.

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