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I have over 15 years of paid experience taking care of children, and I also raised two of my own. I prepare home-cooked meals from scratch with healthy ingredients and I make sure both the children and the home are well taken care of.
I treat the children I care for and their families like they are my own. I enjoy taking care...
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Awa I am here to give your children love attention and safety I have been taking care of children for 9 years I have experience for newborn to toddles to school age and special needs I am fun and very creative I speak fluent English and French I am reliable do driven. Thank you I look forward to hear from you.
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Hi, my (preferred) name is Ariel!
I am relocating to Maryland in January 2026.
Caregiving has always been a huge part of my life as an aunt, sister, and cousin, and I'm passionate about nurturing children. I believe in creating a safe, loving space where kids feel valued and excited to learn. I'm not just here to watch over...
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Hello! My name is Vanessa. I have taught in NYC public schools for 10 years and a Waldorph inspired school in Costa Rica where I lived for the past 5 years. I made the shift from teaching special needs children to private tutoring and nannying as I feel there is a stronger more personal relationship cultivated when it's one on...
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Hello parents and families from Jersey City area. Mi name is Guillermina but everyone calls me Mina. I'm an International Student from Argentina with almost 10 years of experience. I love kids and I have experience with babies (new borns and twins ), teens and special needs! I'm energetic, creative and have excellent references...
Hi I am a professional Newborn Care Specialist/Nanny To let you know a bit more about myself; I have over 23 years of professional childcare experience within the industry. I thrive on working with a newborns/infants and I have experience working with children of all ages and stages including special needs and believe that every...
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Nurturing young minds is truly my passion! With two years of experience caring for children ages 4-11 as a special needs Teacher Assistant, I bring a creative and friendly approach to childcare. My background in Early Childhood Education (ECE) allows me to engage children with educational games, board games, and active outdoor...
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I am currently employed as a teacher assistant, specializing in aiding children with multiple disabilities plus deaf, whose ages range from 3 to 15. I have acquired significant experience working with students who are both deaf and blind. In addition to my professional responsibilities, I am a devoted mother to two children,...
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My name is Gabriela Cruz, I'm a chha with CPR/BLS certifications, I work with patients with dementia's, Alzheimer's, special needed and any senior care. I'll do my best to help others and I hope I can help you soon !!!
I have worked extensively with special needs children, primarily severely autistic, in the elementary age group. I have also worked with multiply handicapped children, children with down syndrome, children with behavioral issues, attention issues, and learning disabilities. I have by far the most experience working with special...
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Jersey City, NJ
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5 years experience
Hello, I'm Ms. Kora! Caring for others has been the heart of my life from raising four children to supporting my husband through dialysis and lovingly caring for my son with autism. I'm a certified Home Health Aide with over 20 years of hands-on experience. I create safe, nurturing, and joyful environments where children and...
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- $15/hr
8 years experience
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I started as a baby nurse then transitioned into a nanny. I ve 9 years of experience. I ve cared for kids ages newborn to 5 years old. I drive them to school and to their activities. Do groceries and prepare their meals. Supervise the kids while parents on vacation. I have experience with twins with special needs. Physically and...
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I have many siblings I've cared and still care for all the time. I have a brother with autism that I've babysat, fed, and cared for since birth. I also have done years of volunteer work with special needs children since I was 13 (2007). I love children. I enjoy making smart and fun games, teaching the child ( children )...
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I work full time in education technology, but miss caring for kids regularly! I have been working with children since high school, where I worked as a teacher's aid at a preschool in New Jersey. I worked as a summer camp counselor at a sleep away for three years, where I was also a life guard and aquatics instructor. I have...
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5 years experience
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Hi there! My name is Nadia, and I'm an experienced child caretaker (plus the BEST big sister). Beyond caring for my own special-needs younger sister who is 10 years younger than me, I have experience caring for children from ages 6mo-14yrs. Additionally, I was the head counselor of an equestrian camp and managed 25+ students at...
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8 years experience·
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I started babysitting in high school for children of all ages including one with special needs. I will be more than happy to help watch and entertain your children in a safe environment! I am pursuing a masters in social work and hope to work will children professionally in social work setting in the future.
Care Member says "Samantha was an awesome sitter! Very polite, arrived on time and very warm and friendly. Will hire again the next time we need a hand - thank you!"
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1 year experience·
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Hi, my name is Shaniya . I'm a college graduate with a bachelors degree in architectural design and tech. Which I think give me great problem solving skills.
I like for kids to have fun with me in a creative and exciting way where almost every moment is never dull. Even if it's doing homework, cleaning up, and even cooking...
Deirdre R. says "Shaniya was great! She picked up my kids from school, made sure they got homework done, and kept them busy playing. If it weren't for my family moving...
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My name is Shea. I am a full time (online learning) student at Texas State University. I have many years of experience working with people of all ages with special needs. My experience with seniors is limited but not non-existent. I recently worked with a 92-year-old woman and really enjoyed our time together and found it not...
Elysia B. says "You can stop your search for a caregiver. Really, go ahead and stop. You've hit the jackpot with Shea. Let me take a not-so-wild guess...you're looking...
Meal prep
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Hi! I work full time in Management Consulting and saving up for a wedding and trying to grow our network and community and would love to get to know you/your loved ones. have experience babysitting children between the ages of 3 months to teenagers over the last couple of decades. I have prior experience with providing care for...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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I have worked for over 22 years as a caregiver. I am HHA and CPR certified. My last assignment was for over nine and a half years as a private caregiver. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson and stroke patients. I am an extremely capable and compassionate person with extensive experience in elderly care. I am...
Caroll K. says "I recommend Jennifer very highly. She took care of my father-in-law who had dementia, until he passed. She was compassionate, understanding, flexible,...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $20.82/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Jersey City, NJ
Special Needs Caregivers in Jersey City, NJ are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Samantha L.
Samantha was an awesome sitter! Very polite, arrived on time and very warm and friendly. Will hire again the next time we need a hand -...
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Shaniya M.
Shaniya was great! She picked up my kids from school, made sure they got homework done, and kept them busy playing. If it weren't for my...
- Deirdre R.
Shea S.
You can stop your search for a caregiver. Really, go ahead and stop. You've hit the jackpot with Shea.
Let me take a not-so-wild...
- Elysia B.
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