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Nichole A.

West Milford, NJ

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$22/hr
9 years experience
Personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
companionship
I am ready to care for your loved one. I have 9 years experience with the elderly and have 2 years of experience with special needs adults. I have great references. I can run errands, shopping, light housekeeping, cook, help bathe and dress, help in the bathroom, medication management. Great company for your loved one. Good with...
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Charlene M.

Wanaque, NJ

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I worked with developmentally disabled adults for 14 years. There was a wide spectrum of disabilities with the clients. The clients took on many challenges such as counting and filling orders, arts and crafts, day trips and other things under the instructions of the aides.
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Ashley S.

Sloatsburg, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
My name is Ashley and I am a student at Dominican College. I am a Childhood/Special Education major with a concentration in History. I have worked with children as a camp counselor and head counselor for 11 years in a camp. I have also worked as an assistant dance instructor and a health director at the same camp. I also...
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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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Victoria H.

Part Time Care Giver

Port Jervis, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have over 25 combined years of health care experience I have worked the whole circuit from ALF'S, nursing home, hospitals, doctors offices, but my true passion is geriatrics

Care Member says "Victoria is a compassionate, reliable, and patient caregiver. She went above and beyond to ensure comfort, safety, and companionship every day. I would...

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Christina S.

Creative And Energetic Sitter

Denville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Christina and I graduated from college at Kent State University majoring in Nursing this past May. I have been a babysitter for the past five years with various families that have different child needs. I am very adaptable with many circumstances. In the past, I have babysat for a family with five children and it...

Christina G. says "Christina did a wonderful job with my 2 boys. My oldest (8yr) has ADHD and my youngest (3yr) absolutely loved her and were always happy after she spent...

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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
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Rima B.

Franklin Lakes, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am serious and responsible about my job. I also love to communicate with people. Associates Degree in Nursing from my homeland. References. Vaccinated for COVID-19
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Melody M.

Senior And Adult Special Needs Care Giver

Oak Ridge, NJ

4.8(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Personal care
respite care
dementia
I am a certified home health aid, certified EMT DDD trained and a nursing school graduate. I have been a HHA for over 10 yrs. I enjoy helping people maintain there independence. My skills are extensive and adaptable to the individuals needs.

Care Member says "Melody was very knowledgeable and caring. She took good care of our mom. "

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Elizabeth A.

Experienced D.O.E. Certified Nanny Fulltime Only

Monroe, NY

4.7(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a Certified Para Professional since 2008 Department of Education district 75. Other Certifications include: CPR, First Aid, Defensive Driving, Infectious Disease, and Shaken Baby, Mandated Reporter, and Lock Down Safety. I have worked with students in school setting and Private in home care. I have assisted students...

Christina F. says "Elizabeth creates a special relationship with each child and is great with articulating their individual care and needs. She cares for them as if they...

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Jessica H.

Haskell, NJ

4.3(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I have 20 yrs experience as a nanny and with special needs children (both autism and cerebral palsy). I've worked for families with up to 5 children of all ages, infant to teenager. I've not worked for a family less than 2 years, and maximum was 9 years with one family. I'm comfortable with housework, laundry, meals,...

Robert B. says "Jess worked for us during the summer through October until my schedule changed. My 2 yr old daughter absolutely loves her and we still use her whenever we...

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Ashley A.

Goshen, NY

4.0(1)
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$21/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello! My name is Ashley and I am 27 years old. I have interned at an elementary school teaching kindergarten, 2nd grade and 4th grade. I am also certified to teach English as a second language. I work in regular classrooms as well as special education classrooms. I have also tutored 7th grade math and English, 11th grade...

Jennifer F. says "Ashley was very caring and nurturing for my daughter who was just 4 months old when she started with us. My daughter became very fond of Ashley over the...

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Melody M.

Extensive Experience With Seniors And Adult Special Needs

Oak Ridge, NJ

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I am a certified home health aid, certified EMT, have DDD training, nursing school graduate I can identify medical emergencies and act accordingly I have provided nutritional care, encourage and assist with activities of daily living, assist with AM & PM care, medication administration, ambulation, exercises, bath rooming,...
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Debra B.

VERY RELIABLE CARE GIVER

New City, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Christella S.

Caregiver

Port Jervis, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I've been working with the special needs and elderly population for over 20 years. Working with these individuals is challenging at times but always rewarding for me. I do get a sense of personal satisfaction at the end of the day knowing that I had a positive impact on another person's life.
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Kelly B.

I'm An Lpn With Years Of Childcare Experience

Suffern, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Covid vaccination and boosted CPR/bls Training live in and out experience with triplets and special needs children
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Eleonora Z.

Caregiver

Saddle River, NJ

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
My name is Eleanora. I have 12 years experience and living in an nursing home. My experience includes: cooking, changing, cleaning, bathing, medication moderator, feeding, and many more. I worked in a 33-bed adult care facility. I helped organize workshops for the members. I participated in over-night care on a regular basis. I...
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Brooke Y.

Wharton, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi Families! I am a current kindergarten teacher with 11 years of childcare experience and 5 years of teaching in grades prek- 2nd (3 years of experience working with special needs). I have a dual degree in elementary and special education. I am looking for tutoring jobs after school. If your kiddo needs academic support in...
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Alisha C.

Sparta, NJ

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$28/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
My child care journey began 20 years ago caring for a premature newborn and their 5yo sibling, teaching me the vital importance of dependable, attentive care. Since then, I have supported children of all ages, including those with special needs. As a parent of two, I bring a deep understanding of routines and the need for a...
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Mary M.

Pompton Plains, NJ

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a dedicated 50-year-old mom of two wonderful children, and I've been passionately involved in childcare and education for over 30 yrs. What sets me apart is my extensive experience with special needs children. I've been trained and certified in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, which I've applied in both...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of October 2026

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

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

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.

Victoria H.

Victoria is a compassionate, reliable, and patient caregiver. She went above and beyond to ensure comfort, safety, and companionship every...

- Care member

Christina S.

Christina did a wonderful job with my 2 boys. My oldest (8yr) has ADHD and my youngest (3yr) absolutely loved her and were always happy...

- Christina G.

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