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Scherley B.

Washington, NJ

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$20/hr
Hello, there, I've been a certified Home health and aide. And Certified in first aid, CPR. I work with seniors with Alzheimer's, autism, Dementia, stroke and hospice care and I work with disabled adults and kids for over. 13 years. Help clients take prescribed medication Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around...
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Kellie W.

Support Person

Hackettstown, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with adults with developmental disabilities for the past 15 years through a community agency. It's a privilege to support people as they work to experience life and reach their dreams.
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Anne M.

AnneCare

Hackettstown, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
20+ years of child care experience, mentoring and educational support. I am a parent and understand what dedication to caring, support and safety is all about. My professional, passionate and responsible demeanor provide my clients and their families with the peace of mind needed each and every day. My positive attitude,...
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Stephanie K.

Part-Time

Hackettstown, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
BCBA with over 15 years of experience working with individuals who have been diagnosed with autism as well as a variety of developmental disabilities and various mental health diagnoses. Experience with infants through adulthood in both private and public settings. Caregiver experience providing assistance with daily living and...
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Anne M.

Anne Care

Hackettstown, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am dedicated to caring and service! My passionate, personable, and responsible demeanor provides my clients with the peace of mind that is needed each and every day. My energetic, positive and dependable services are personalized for special needs as well as providing professional, confidential and administrative care...
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Melissa T.

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Randolph, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Melissa and I absolutely love kids! I am from Randolph, NJ. I am an occupational therapist in a public district. I am passionate about working with all children, especially those with special needs. I love doing arts and crafts, reading and running around with kids, but I am also here to help around the house with...

Johanna F. says "Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a...

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Kristina C.

Experienced Child Care Provider Available

Newton, NJ

4.4(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I have enjoyed working with children since I was 12 years old. I worked in child care centers and with private families through the years. I studied Early Childhood Education at Montclair for two years, but just finished my associates degree in Dec of '22. I did not study special education, but I have many years of personal...

Care Member says "Kristina was wonderful with our little Z (12 month old). Z, being a mama's girl, tended to be quite fussy and irritable without me, but Kristina...

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Rachel D.

Lake Hopatcong, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Rachel, I'm 28 and a college graduate that majored in education and received my bachelors degree May 2022. I have eight years of experience working with children, aging from newborns-13 years old. I also have a 4-year-old nephew and a 1-year-old niece who I have watched since they were born. I have a lot of...

Richard K. says "Rachel has always done such a great job of watching my step-son, all the way back from when he was a baby. I wouldn't choose anyone else to care for him....

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Lori C.

I Go By Loriel

Bedminster, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Mature, loving, and compassionate Nanny. I earned a Bachelors Degree from University of Vt. in 1985. Some of my college experiences included working with Special needs children. Once I had my own children, I opted to stay home with my 2 babies for 6 years. Then, I taught Preschool in Vt. as well as being a Title 1 Reading...

Care Member says "Loriel has been a nanny to our two kids that were 2 yo and 4 yo at that time. Loriel is really great about engaging kids in educational activities...

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Christie M.

Full Time/Part Time Caregiver Of Infants Through 16 Year Olds And Special Needs

Flanders, NJ

4.2(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
I am a 47-year-old married female, who has 25 years of broad experience caring for infants and children through 16 years of age. I am employed as an aide in a multiply handicapped classroom at a public school system, and have worked at an infant and/or toddler room at a childcare center. I have also had clients in private homes...

Venous T. says "My children were very comfortable with Christie. "

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Bonnie R.

Determined To Provide Wonderful Care To Your Child On A Part-time Basis.

Randolph, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
I have been babysitting for over 36 years. While I do not have my own children, I hold the children in my heart that I do work with near and dear to my heart. I have babysat for newborns to teenagers. I also specialize in working with children or adults with special needs. Sometimes I can be available upon short notice. I am...

Hayley M. says "Bonnie is amazing. She is great with young kids, very dependable and trustworthy. She plans days in advance for activities and adventures for the kids....

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Abigail D.

Stanhope, NJ

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a graduate of the University of Tampa with my BA in Criminology/Criminal Justice. I have my Child Development Associates degree and my certificate for CPR/AED/FA. I have experience working with children with special needs and children varying many ages from infancy to high school, in the class room environment and in...

Marissa A. says "Abigail instantly became part of our family the moment she started working for us. While I would have loved to keep her forever, we had to let her go...

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Agata K.

Milford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, my name is Agata and I'm 42 years old. I graduated with a master's degree in education from Nicolaus Capernicus University in Torun, Poland, with a specialization in special education. I have over 18 years of experience working with children. The last 6 years I have spent working with special needs children aged 3 to 8 in a...

Monika S. says "Agata was a great caregiver of our children (7m and 5.5 yo). She genuinely cared about them. She is responsible, reliable and flexible. She loved getting...

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Genevieve P.

Professional Experience With Children With Behavioral Disorders

Hopatcong, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I have my bachelors degree in psychology and I have over one year experience working. During the time that I was working in behavioral therapy, I had clients with a variety of behavioral disorders and mental deficiencies. I have experience working with: ADD, ADHD, ODD, APD, autism, down syndrome, mentally challenged,...
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Kayla M.

Long-Term Nanny & Date-Night Sitter!!!

Pittstown, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello:) My name is Kayla and I recently moved to NYC from Florida for some modeling opportunities. I have 6 years of experience with both Baby & PetSitting. I am currently looking for a long term nannying position for a family with 1-5 children. I am available M-W between 8am-8 p.m. I am looking for 18-40 hours a week. I am...

Stephanie S. says "Kayla has been nannying for my 1 year old son. He loves her and she is so great with him. She plays with him, feeds him, and if very active with him....

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Claudia H.

Best With Kuds

Budd Lake, NJ

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have worked with different kinds of kids with special needs and school for the blind. I worked as Child Steps in Newton Square with the little preschooler and older kids. I have been working with kids for a very long time. I am extremely passionate about working with the little angels. I absolutely Adore kids so very much!

Care Member says "I have had the distinct pleasure of having Claudia as the caregiver for my teenage daughters over the past few years, and I must say, she has been...

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Jenna K.

Direct Support Professional

Phillipsburg, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm a very passionate individual who loves working with children/ adults with special needs. I have worked in many day programs. I spent most of my time in behavioral center programs. I also substitute in local school districts as a special ed teachers aid.

Sherri K. says "Jenna was very sweet and patient."

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Alexandria C.

Fun Loving Child Care Provider

Easton, PA

4.9(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Alex and I am a home school mama to two child (ages 13-boy & 18-girl). My youngest spent the first 2 weeks in NICU so I also have experience w/special needs babies as my son was one! I have a degree in Art Education and taught Mixed Media Art to middle & high school level students as well as Science @ the...

Care Member says "We love Alex! She is very reliable and responds very quickly. I have a 4 year old boy and 5 month old twins. She comes to help my mom with all the...

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Christie M.

Special Needs, Multiply Handicapped, Asperger's And Autism

Flanders, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a 47-year-old, female who has over 25+ years experience working with children in a home setting and also in a structured daycare and public school setting. My experience also includes working with special needs, Asperger's, Down Syndrome, multiply handicapped, and Autism. I am CPR and First Aid certified, responsible and...

Lynn W. says "Christie is fabulous with my big 13 year old autistic son. He has very little expressive language. Helps him with daily activities meals and hygiene. You...

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Briana C.

Long-term Nanny

Mount Arlington, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have been a nanny for 8 years with one of those years formerly being a Jr. Assistant for an after care program at an elementary School. I'm available to provide great references and I am vaccinated. I have experience with children in ages ranging from infant to preteens. I am...

Care Member says "Briana was wonderful with my children and very attentive. Her interaction with them was great and they gravitated to her bubbling personality...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of July 2025

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

Melissa T.

Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone...

- Johanna F.

Kristina C.

Kristina was wonderful with our little Z (12 month old). Z, being a mama's girl, tended to be quite fussy and irritable without me, but...

- Care member

Rachel D.

Rachel has always done such a great job of watching my step-son, all the way back from when he was a baby. I wouldn't choose anyone else to...

- Richard K.

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