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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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Michael B.

Hoboken, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
I'm Michael, a young, freelance writer with a love for kids. My two younger sisters don't hurt. One has Down syndrome, so I'm used to caring for children with special needs. If you're looking for the kind of sitter to park your kids in front of the TV, look elsewhere. From board games to outdoor excursions, I'll keep them...

Saurabh P. says "Michael was a caregiver for our two sons (preschooler and fourth grader) on two occasions in the past few months. My interaction with Michael during the...

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Kayme M.

Nanny To The Rescue!

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, I'm Kayme Working M-F as paraprofessional, I have my own after school class so a lot of experience with homework and extra curricular activities. I also have major experience with newborns and toddlers and special needs children. I listen very careful to directions and actions needed for them, as well as helping them...

Ashley M. says "Kayme has made my transition back to work SO much easier. I truly feel like we hit the jack pot having Kayme as our Nanny. Kayme has a very calming...

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Grey C.

Babysitter

North Bergen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
Hello ... my name is Greys, I have 16 years of experience in childcare, I studied early childhood pedagogy with emphasis on growth and development in my country of origin( Colombia) , I have experience working with children of different ages, and children with special needs, I focus on the knowledge of children at their...

Rosa R. says "Grey watched my daughter for a week and we loved our time with her. She watched my 2 year old with great care, energy and creativity. She was always...

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Claire A.

Caregiver/tutor

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a sister with Down Syndrome and have been involved in the special needs community my whole life. I was the president of the Best Buddies chapter at Simsbury high school where I interacted and facilitated activities for people with all different types of developmental and intellectual disabilities. In addition, I have been...

Star K. says "I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived with a smile. I...

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Laetitia P.

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there, I have been working as a nanny for over 8 years in the US. I originally came from France as an Au pair. I studied marketing and communication. I love spending time with kids - planning activities, going places, doing crafts or reading... I can be a lot of fun but I also know how to strict when needed. I have...
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Rosemary G.

Nanny, Babysitter, Art Teacher

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am an art educator and caregiver, with over 10 years of experience working with children. I currently nanny an infant, a 2-year-old toddler, and a 4-year-old. I am looking for date night babysitting or art tutoring. I have taught numerous art programs for kids, including a year teaching art at a private middle school and...

Sky G. says "Rosemary was a great help for some last minute care we needed for our 8 month old son. She was responsive, attentive, and easy to coordinate with. Thank you...

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Nogaye M.

Highly Experienced French/English Bilingual Nanny And Housekeeper Of 12 Years Experience

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have more than10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. Highly experienced French/English bilingual nanny and housekeeper of 12 years + experience. Excellent academic and practical insight into child development and needs. Experienced with multiples, special needs children, and...

Rajamarie H. says "Nogaye is a fantastic, warm, kind, and extremely caring nanny. She is always on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates...

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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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Ann L.

CDA Classroom Assistant And Babysitter

Hawthorne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I am a super energetic fun loving nanny who is nurturing and patient. I am truly grateful to have this as my profession and love going to work. It is a great joy for me to watch and help children grow and develop. I am currently working as a full time nanny / house manager . I have been with the family almost 6 years and my...

Carol C. says "Ann is honest, caring, organized, and experienced working academically, socially , and emotionally with your child or children. She is patient and has...

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Jubilee R.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$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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Abby F.

Enthusiastic Babysitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have been working with children for as long as I can remember. Throughout high school, I nannied throughout the summers. I have nannied for a family with a child with special needs; I have nannied for an infant; I have nannied for a family of 5. Last summer after I completed my freshman year at UMD, I worked in a preschool as...

Brian W. says "Abby is amazing. She's a responsible, loving, playful and very engaging as a nanny and babysitter. She's very creative and finds fun age appropriate...

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Olivia G.

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am 24 years old and I just graduated with my Masters in psychology! I'm vaccinated and very Covid-cautious. I am an energetic and loving caregiver who has worked with kids with ages ranging from 2 months to 16 years old. A major reason I've loved caring for children is being able to incorporate concepts and strategies I've...
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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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Ali G.

Elementary Tutor/caregiver Available

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Ali and I am a 32-year-old special education teacher. I have my graduate degree in Elementary Education and Special Education, as well as a master's in Curriculum and Instruction. I have had babysitting experience since I was in 6th grade, including full-time nannying positions over many summers. My mother also...

Katie L. says "Ali first babysat for our son when he was 3 months old. She's the first babysitter we ever left him with, and I could not have felt more instantly...

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Gabriella P.

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Union City, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Gabriella, and I'm a 20-year-old caregiver with five years of nanny experience and one year working in a daycare/preschool setting. I'm passionate about nurturing and educating children, and I pride myself on being energetic, patient, and creative. Over the years, I've built strong connections with children and...

Care Member says "Gabriella was so great playing with our 2yr old - they had so much fun together. She was on time and responsible. We will be hiring her again!"

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Melissa R.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a dedicated childcare provider with over a decade of experience, I've discovered my passion lies in nurturing children's growth and development. My creative and friendly nature allows me to easily connect with children and make learning fun and engaging. I believe in open communication with parents and prioritize their...

Care Member says "Melissa is affectionate and loving, firm but gentle, capable and professional but also fun and funny! She gives kids the boundaries they need to feel...

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Jillene F.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lodi, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
respite care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
licensed practical nurse for 9 years as of 2025 5 years of experience in long term Looking for private duty home care. Experienced in g tube feedings, nebulizer treatments, medication management, Wound care, catheters, incontinent care, special needs, dementia, Incontinence care and memory care.

Joanne I. says "I don't even know where to begin. Jillene was a perfect match to care for my dad who was on hospice. I am crying as I am writing this in the short...

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Meriah J.

Professional Hands On Help

Rutherford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Hey guys, my name is meriah. I am a Very Fun, outgoing, energetic person. I spend lots of time around all ages, I am also very big on outdoor nature/adventure. Experience with light house cleaning, Clean driving Record, Available for background check, I am a Volunteer firefighter I am CPR and first aid certified, Lots of...

Conny H. says "Meriah was excellent with my mother, her patience was limitless, and very dedicated to daily chores In addition to keeping her engaged in small activities...

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Hayley W.

Professional Nanny/Personal Assistant

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Professional childcare provider with over 10 years of experience in fully-staffed estates seeking a full time, long term (live in/live out) career-nanny/management position in the Tri-State Area. Working as a governess is something I am truly passionate about, and believe it is my life's calling. That is why I am moving back to...

Maureen M. says "Hayley was our Nanny for over 3 years & still continues to babysit our 6 year old daughter occasionally. We were extremely comfortable w/ Hayley from the...

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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

Shanna B.

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...

- Care member

Michael B.

Michael was a caregiver for our two sons (preschooler and fourth grader) on two occasions in the past few months. My interaction with...

- Saurabh P.

Kayme M.

Kayme has made my transition back to work SO much easier. I truly feel like we hit the jack pot having Kayme as our Nanny. Kayme has a very...

- Ashley M.

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