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Kayleigh D.

Experienced Special Needs Babysitter

Haledon, NJ

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I am Kayleigh. I have always had a passion to help children with special needs. I am a special education teacher. Previously I have worked in different facilities for children and adults with developmental and physical disabilities as well as working in a special needs school as a teacher's assistant.
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Sara H.

Haledon, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I've worked as an Occupational Therapy Assistant for 20 years with the pediatric population from Children's Hospital Rehab unit to the school setting. I've enjoyed my time immensely not only with the child but seeing their success carry over into the home. I find the first step of being able to connect with the child important...
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Kayleigh D.

Experienced Babysitter

Haledon, NJ

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$15/hr
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
I am interested in babysitting and looking after children with special needs/ I have experience in both fields. I have babysat children from newborn-15 years old. I have worked in a special needs children's school and have worked in an adult special needs facility.
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Stacy S.

Experienced And Caring Babysitter .

Haledon, NJ

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Caring for children brings me so much joy, and l'd be thrilled to care for your little ones. I'm a certified HHA and PCA, CPR certified, and have extensive experience with children across the board, including those with special needs. Your child's safety, well-being, growth and happiness are my top priorities. Fluent in...
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Joshua V.

Haledon, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
transportation
Have done special needs work for 4 years. I love and have a passion for caregiving . This is what I love to do . Professional , caring , trustworthy and loving . Senior caregiver
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Angela P.

Caring Full Time Nanny

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Bringing a decade of childcare experience, I'm passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging environment for children. My background includes Early Child Development coursework, which helps me to understand and support each child's unique growth. I am CPR trained and have First Aid Training, ensuring I can handle any...

Kathy S. says "Angie's been with our family since my LO was 3 months old and she is simply amazing. She's dependable, professional, caring, patient and extremely...

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Tara P.

Super Fun Sitter Ready To Make Your Day!

Caldwell, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I have 3+ years of child care experience. I am totally willing to help with errands and light housework. I have special needs care experience, including being a teacher's aide in a special needs classroom. Excited to hear from you! :)

Care Member says "Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!"

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Kara G.

30+

Hillsdale, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I've been doing this for 30+ years now. I have much experience with children but also special needs of all ages. I have always embraced and took too special needs, ever since I was a kid, even into high school where I work hand-in-hand with them & their families. It is my passion and my gift to share, help others, & love our...

Vanessa A. says "Kara is wonderful sitter and a wonderful person. Kara started taking care of my daughter when she was about 16 months old. It took practically...

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Rosetta T.

Sweet Caring Girl Looking To Join A Nice Family To Be An Extension Of Them To Care For Loved Ones

Little Falls, NJ

5.0(1)
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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, hard working, trustworthy. I'm looking for a position where I can become part of your family that's long term. Communication is important to me. I'm fun, energetic, responsible, and patient. I am CPR/First Aid Certified in infants/children and Adults and have obtained a Child Day...

Care Member says "Rosetta has been our son's full-time nanny for the past 18-months, starting when he was just 5-months old. She has played an instrumental role in his...

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Laura C.

Cook/ Meal Prep/ Childcare

Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
For over 14 years, I've been dedicated to nurturing children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. My passion lies in providing reliable childcare and supporting families. I am patient, creative, and friendly, and I'm comfortable enforcing household rules. I enjoy playing outdoor games, board games, and...

Erica K. says "Laura is amazing with our two children. If we weren't moving out of state, we would love to continue working with her. She is great at keeping our kids...

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Marc B.

Special Needs Caregiver

Saddle Brook, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Marc. After years of Retail Management, I have decided to pursue my passion for helping others. I am a mature, responsible adult, who is very family oriented. My passion for special needs care giving started with raising my medically fragile disabled child, who is now an adult. My son has a rare seizure disorder,...

Aimee S. says "Mark is a very caring individual when it comes to helping other in need. Very compassionate and hard working. Will go that extra mile in any situation....

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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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Victoria J.

SLP-A/Teacher/RBT Looking For A Family Near Bristol, CT

New Milford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Everything I do is for the kids! I graduated from Pace University in May 2020 with my BA in Communication Sciences & Disorders. In 2021, I was a TA and para for special needs students in a public school in Livingston NJ. In 2022, I was a TA at a private Montessori preschool at Chelsea Piers NYC. Last year, I was an RBT...

Allison K. says "Victoria helped me out earlier this year with after school pick ups for my 10 year old daughter. She was always dependable in showing up at school on...

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Dana P.

Township of Washington, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Dana! A lifelong New Jersey native & fluent monolingual English speaker, fully authorized to work for any U. S. employer. I am a highly experienced nanny with 10+ years of professional childcare (newborn-teen), working with special needs children, & a preschool teachers aide. Clean background check & driving record,...

Care Member says "So gentle and loving with my boy N. They play together for hours and always gets him down for his naps. "

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Tracey G.

Senior Caregiver

Bergenfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
dementia
hospice services
respite care
*COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*Hi there! I am a qualified caregiver with 18 years of experience. I am available nights M-F 6/6:30pm-6am)or weekend F-Su overnight(F 6/6:30pm-Su 4/5pm) I am highly experienced in senior care (Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's) rehab, stroke, senior special...

Karen S. says "I interviewed this lovely candidate for a night position for my elderly Mom, who has early Alzheimers. Tracey is absolutely delightful, with a wealth of...

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Tracey G.

Special Needs, Senior Care

Bergenfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex, Sussex 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...

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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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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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
craft assistance
travel
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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Jillene F.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lodi, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
meal prep
errands
+ 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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Karine K.

Part-Time Nanny Available On Short Notice

Fair Lawn, NJ

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
I've been caring for children/ managing households for about 10 years now. I was a camp division head for 2 years, and was a paraprofessional for kids with special needs for 2 years as well. I am available on short notice, and am extremely reliable. I received my bachelors degree from Montclair State University, majoring in...

Cindy S. says "Karine is a sweet girl who loves children. She is punctual, dependable and outgoing. You can tell from the moment you meet her that she is comfortable with...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $19.00/hr as of September 2026

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

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

Angela P.

Angie's been with our family since my LO was 3 months old and she is simply amazing. She's dependable, professional, caring, patient and...

- Kathy S.

Tara P.

Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!

- Care member

Kara G.

Kara is wonderful sitter and a wonderful person. Kara started taking care of my daughter when she was about 16 months old. It took...

- Vanessa A.

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