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Shavelle D.

Hackensack, NJ

4.5(0)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
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.
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Career

Hackensack, NJ

4.7(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I worked for the YMCA in Tarrytown as a camp counselor for ages 4-16. I worked at G. Day Camp as a floating counselor for boys and girls ages 6-12. This included aiding a special needs preteen. I am comfortable with newborns, toddlers, and older children. In addition I am an avid animal lover. My miniature dachshund Suzie is 16...

Mark H. says "Ariel is great! She comes on short notice which is VERY hard to find. Kid gets sick or we need help next day she will move her schedule around to...

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Qualified Speech Therapist With 6 Years Of Experience In My Country (Colombia)

Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
I am a nanny expert with 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and I've always had a positive experience in babysitting roles. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I know how to make learning fun. I'm also very comfortable enforcing household...

Amanda B. says "Yuri was amazing with our son! She is so warm and friendly, and played with him all day! She even folded all of his clothing while he was sleeping! She...

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Special Needs Nanny

Hackensack, NJ

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$30/hr
5 years experience
I work with an autistic teen, helping her build and encourageing her to be better, I also was a teacher at a preschool and a nanny for 3 kids
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Hackensack, NJ

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$21/hr
Hello parents. My name is Nagihan. I am 24 years old. I am an energetic, punctual, reliable, loving and communicative nanny! Besides learning fast and being proactive. I am also a teacher. I graduated from Istanbul Medipol University in 2020. My major is Child development department. I worked for a rehabilitation center for 2...
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Hackensack, NJ

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$19/hr
1 year experience
I am a responsible, compassionate, and dedicated caregiver caring for both children and elderly adults. I focus on providing personalized, respectful, and loving attention, adapting to the needs of each stage of life. I am skilled in assisting with daily activities, preparing meals, administering medications as directed,...
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Hackensack, NJ

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$30/hr
Hi I am a reliable caretaker that Has experience in care with individuals with special needs and I love caring for people like them because they are just us like everyone else they just need guidance with I helped my Best friend with her sister that has CP as well as an elder that had a mobility issue that I cared for and some...
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Hackensack, NJ

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Hi, I have worked at a geriatric psych facility and a mental illness clinic. I have also worked with many kids while tutoring them that were autistic or had ADHD/ADD. I'm a fun and loving girl that loves to make others feel welcomed and happy. Helping and caring for individuals is something I'm always looking forward to. :)
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Hackensack, NJ

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$20/hr
7 years experience
I have been been licensed and working as a CNA and HHA since 2016. I am currently an OTA student and am CPR and BLS certified.
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Hackensack, NJ

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$35/hr
I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
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Hackensack, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hey, I'm a patient, calm, and loving person who has 10+ Years of working with clients with disabilities from children to adults. I first started volunteering and helping families. I then moved on working with agencies through DDD. I have worked with clients with cerebral Palsy and Autism . I am now going to school for Disability...
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Care Assistance

Hackensack, NJ

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hi my name is Jovan, I'm a very responsible and easy going person with a great attitude very trustworthy and always willing to help and work hard.
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A Great Companion!

Hackensack, NJ

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I have over 4 years of experience as a direct support professional, caring for a woman in her 30's who had developmental delays. I've assisted her in bathing/dressing, preparing meals, appointments and self care (nails, etc.). I've also worked as a substitute teacher and have experienced working with students in self contained...
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Hackensack, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been working as a babysitter since I was 11 years old. I have worked with babies, toddlers, and young children. I also have experience with special needs children. I have experience with pets and small animals as well. I'm also currently CNA certified and have worked as a companion for the elderly for 2 years now.
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Child Caregiver

Hackensack, NJ

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Samaia and I have been babysitting for 6 years. I've worked with infants and children of all ages as well as children with special needs. I am first aid and CPR certified as well as lifeguard certified. I have a driver's license and a car. I love to get to know the children I babysit as well as learning the things...
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Hackensack, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I am the oldest of 13 siblings. I have been taking care of them for years. My 10-year-old brother has autism so I do have first hand experience with a child with special needs. I have also watched over my neighbors children between the ages of 2-14. I love animals of all kinds. I'm slightly allergic to cats but can still care...
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Hackensack, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello parents. My name is Nagihan. I am 24 years old. I am an energetic, punctual, reliable, loving and communicative nanny! Besides learning fast and being proactive. I am also a teacher. I graduated from Istanbul Medipol University in 2020. My major is Child development department. I worked for a rehabilitation center for 2...
I'm an experienced, amazing , responsible, always on time, friendly, enthusiastic doctor who loves older people, children, people in need, My first job was in 2016, where I stayed for 1 year. When I started, the patient was 80 years old, during that time my responsibilities were feeding, bathing, give her medicine I helped the...
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Full-Time Caregiver

Bogota, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
personal 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!"

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Special Needs, Senior Care

Bergenfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver for Special Needs, Senior Care, Child Care. I have over 18 years of experience. I am available for week night M-F overnight (flexible with start time)(7/8pm-7am)or weekend Fri-Sun overnight...

Christina D. says "As a first time mommy, I needed extra help with my son. At one month old Tracey came to the rescue! She was very patient not only with our son, but...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.28/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.3

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Hackensack, NJ are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Ariel S.

Ariel is great! She comes on short notice which is VERY hard to find. Kid gets sick or we need help next day she will move her schedule...

- Mark H.

Yuri C.

Yuri was amazing with our son! She is so warm and friendly, and played with him all day! She even folded all of his clothing while he was...

- Amanda B.

Gladys C.

Gladys is reliable and easy to communicate with. She took great care of my grandma! Thank you Gladys!

- Julie C.

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