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Ann L.

CDA Classroom Assistant And Babysitter

Hawthorne, NJ

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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Special Needs Caretaker

Hawthorne, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have over 20 years of experience working with people of all ages who have been diagnosed with special needs. From the age of 9 years old, I helped my single mother raise my 2-year-old brother who was diagnosed with autism. We struggled as a family, as there was little to no resources available regarding the autism spectrum...
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Experienced Special Needs Babysitter

Hawthorne, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I am Kayleigh. I have always had a passion to help children with special needs. I am going to school to become a Special Needs teacher and I have worked in different retreats for children and adults with developmental and physical disabilities as well as working in a special needs school. I also have two special needs...
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Full Time Care-giver

Hawthorne, NJ

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$24/hr
7 years experience
a passionate and experienced caregiver with over 8 years of supporting children and young adults with disabilities, including autism, developmental delays, and behavioral needs. I've worked in homes, classrooms, and community settings providing 1:1 care, implementing daily routines, and encouraging progress through consistency,...
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Childcare Jenna

Hawthorne, NJ

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Hi! My name is Jenna. I am a Special Education Teacher in a urban city school. I work with children who are autistic that are in grades Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade. I am certified to teach students with disabilities. Before teaching, I worked as a Children's Librarian. I coordinated story time, arts and crafts, and other...
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Hawthorne, NJ

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$15/hr
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Hawthorne, NJ

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Hi I'm Angela, I take pride and joy to watching your kids. I also respect that it is your children I'm watching they're not my own. So I respect any boundaries you set for your children. Overall I've worked with kids most of my life. I have a cousin with special needs that I've watched numerous times. I've also worked at...
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Hawthorne, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Experienced teacher and counselor with a background in child psychology (Bachelor's degree). I have experience in caring children's, including those with special needs, offering a nurturing and supportive environment and proven ability to provide personalized care while supporting developmental milestones and emotional...
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Hi, I'm Angela I Attended High School. I'm Currently Going To Bergen Community College.

Hawthorne, NJ

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I started working with kids when I was 15. I started babysitting family friends. I also have a younger cousin who has special needs that I take care of. I volunteer at camps for 5 years now and still do. In my spare time, I like to play softball, hangout with friends. I'm also a college student trying to go D1 for softball. I...
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Experienced Babysitter

Hawthorne, NJ

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$15/hr
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Hawthorne, NJ

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
Hello. My name is Naria. I'm a nurturing childcare provider with a passion for creating a safe and stimulating environment for children. Inspired by my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, I'm motivated to make a positive impact on the lives of children and support families in need of reliable care. I believe in...
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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
personal care
hospice services
live-in home 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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Paterson, NJ

4.5(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have almost 10seven year experience I used to working in a lot different kind a cases of senior needed, mobility, bed bath, shower, feeding, eye everything about cares and Also I'm doing child with special needs. I used to work in different kind of cases. I have experience in dementia Alzheimer's. I'm a certificate CHHA. now...

Brian J. says "Digna is always on time and even better, always early. She's honest and I trusted her from the start. She's a good driver, and when she takes you out, she...

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Professional Hands On Help

Rutherford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$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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Hi, I'm Ana. Cargiver

Fair Lawn, NJ

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
companionship
meal prep
errands
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Ana. I'm a caregiver with more than a 15 years of experience in geriatric and child care as well. As myself experience has grown, with a special needs daughter and my mom who is 97 years old, I have become an expert who can recognize when my patients require special atención with any rough times like it could...
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Harrington Park, NJ

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
1 year experience
Mobility assistance
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a school counselor and mom of three children. I am looking for a summer job and option to continue working and helping others throughout the school year. When I was in graduate school I worked in a group home with men that had special needs. I helped clean, cook, bath and keep the men active and healthy. I also took care of...

Diane O. says "Lisa is an amazing person! I wish Every one that applies with Care.Com was like her! She is the best ever! I have never Have had such a wonderful Amazing...

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Lodi, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm no longer available. Thank you for considering me. Hello moms!! My name is Anabel and I'm currently a Nursing student and former special needs teacher assistant for The Department of Education of New York. I have experience assisting with lesson plans and helping with classwork/homework. I have worked with kids as...

Jennifer D. says "Anabel sat my two boys. She was kind and fun, bringing a bag of toys and books with her. They enjoyed playing with her."

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I Have Tons Of Experiences

New Milford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$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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College Student

Mahwah, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$48/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I hope I can be the perfect fit for your family. I am a charismatic, organized, caring and attentive caregiver. I am CPR certified. Over the years, as a babysitter, nursing assistant, and nursing student, I've had so much experience with children (including those with behavioral and special needs). I've helped and...

Laura F. says "Nancy is great and very responsible. She got along great with the kids. We highly recommend her!"

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Super Fun Sitter Ready To Make Your Day!

Caldwell, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.64/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Hawthorne, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Ann L.

Ann is honest, caring, organized, and experienced working academically, socially , and emotionally with your child or children. She is...

- Carol C.

Gladys C.

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

- Julie C.

Digna U.

Digna is always on time and even better, always early. She's honest and I trusted her from the start. She's a good driver, and when she...

- Brian J.

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