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Kelsey N.

HS Teacher Seeking After School Jobs

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Craft assistance

travel

swimming supervision

I have been caring for children since I was 13. I have extensive experience with children with special needs. ! I am currently looking for after school and recurring weekend/date night babysitting jobs in and around Cambridge! I am also available for tutoring or direct instruction/homework help for an additional fee. I have had...

Jay M. says "Kelsey is warm and friendly. My daughter took to her immediately. Kelsey was attentive to her and played developmental games with her. She did a great job...

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Aminata K.

Who I Am

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

companionship

personal care

mobility assistance

light cleaning

+ 1 more

Hi! I'm Aminata but you can call me Amy. Taking care of people is one of my passions. I love just knowing that impact and effects that I can have on people's lives. I'm a mom of 4 kids all over the age of 10. I have 8 years of senior care experience and special needs experience. It would be amazing if you chose me for your care....

Jemi J. says "I'm so glad I was able to find Ami for assistance! I am not a senior; I'm the one who needed assistance after an emergency dental procedure and she was...

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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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Katie N.

Teacher/Caregiver For Students With Special Needs

New York, NY

5.0(0)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience

Hello! My name is Katie. I'm a 36-year-old living and working in New York City. For the past 2 years, I was working as a SETSS provider where I provided individual support to children with disabilities. While I am teaching part-time right now, I also enjoy other opportunities to work with children. It is most important to me to...

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Angie P.

Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience With Newborns, Toddlers And Elementary School Age Children

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $27/hr

10 years experience

Hello, my name is Angie and I wanted to say thank you for taking the time to read my profile! I have 25+ years of experience caring for children from newborn to roughly 7- 8 years of age. I am also mother of two (daughter 36 & son 25) so I can say I have tons of experience! I am well experienced with twins, children with special...

Andrew H. says "If it weren't for the fact that I am going to try being a Stay at Home Mom, we would still be using Angie's services. She is absolutely fantastic and our...

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Elexis D.

New York, NY

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

I am a graduate student that enjoys understanding others and helping make life easier! I would love to assist in anyway that would create a positive environment.

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Farisa K.

Experienced Babysitter And Teacher

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Swimming supervision

carpooling

travel

light cleaning

craft assistance

As the oldest child, I grew up taking care of my 4 siblings. Coming from a large extended family, I also took care of my cousins. My love for children is what drove me to become a teacher. I love working with children of all ages. Not only can I provide a safe and fun time, I can also incorporate academics into the experience. I...

Care Member says "Farisa is hands down the best baby sitter we have ever worked with. My 18-month old daughter is extremely shy and was going through major separation...

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Rebecca A.

Nanny,Personal Assistant

Montclair, NJ

5.0(0)

from: $22/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Light cleaning

carpooling

swimming supervision

meal prep

grocery shopping

+ 1 more

Hi my name is Becca or Becs! I absolutely love young minds! I'm extremely punctual, patient, flexible, energetic, and fun. On the other hand I've had to run an entire household from sun up to sun down on my own so I know that kids can be wild and I'm totally prepared to become a jungle gym. I personally incorporate gentle...

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Camila F.

Responsible Babysitter

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $23/hr

10 years experience

Carpooling

travel

craft assistance

I have several years of babysitting experience, with children as young as 6 months up to 13 years. I have also worked with children with special needs. Worked at summer camps and Montessori camps so I have experience dealing with several kids at a time. I am responsible, warm and love kids.

Joanne E. says "Camila is super sweet and my kids love her! She is fun, responsible and very flexible. She has been babysitting my kids for two years now. I would...

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Rachael D.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 24 families in your area

Travel

Hi! I grew up in a big family, now I have lots of nieces and nephews. I have a lot of experience watching children as young as weeks old. I created my own camps for kids, I worked as a camp counselor for teens, and I've also had a job as a daycare assistant. I am a resident doctor, and I am looking for evening babysitting, as...

Christina K. says "Rachael was great babysitting our 7-month-old! She was very communicative and responsible. "

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Bora Z.

Outgoing Young Professional With Years Of Childcare And Teaching Experience

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

2 years experience

Meal prep

craft assistance

travel

swimming supervision

light cleaning

+ 1 more

I am a young professional living in Brooklyn and am currently in a career transitional period. While I am applying to grad school, I am looking for a preferably consistent role caring for children, although I am open to one-time opportunities at well. I have been caring for children of varying ages for 10 years now. I have...

Ornela G. says "Bora is such was a fantastic nanny to our one year old son. She is super sweet, kind, very gentle and patient. It's a shame we had to move and no longer...

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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

carpooling

travel

swimming supervision

light cleaning

+ 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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Jeadd A.

Funny Sitter, Honest Kind And Loyal

New York, NY

3.7(1)

from: $35/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I am a 32 yr-old Filipino guy, I love dealing with other persons, and I love taking take good care of my patient. I love showing my love and care for them and treating them just one of my family members. I am very kind person, loyal, sweet, honest and loyal person. I am working right now as physical therapist assistant, but...

Judy H. says "Jeadd helped us for 6 weeks after my husband underwent surgery. He was a wonderful help at a very stressful time. At first Jeadd helped my husband with...

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Maria M.

Professional, Educator, Trustworthy, Caring

North Bergen, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

20 years experience·

Hired by 13 families in your area

Light cleaning

meal prep

For two decades, I've dedicated myself to nurturing and caring for children. My early babysitting experiences sparked a passion for positively impacting young lives and supporting families by offering dependable care. I hold a college degree and bring extensive training, including First Aid Training, CPR Training, experience...

Care Member says "As first-time parents, we were adjusting as a family, and also individually. Maria's experience, intuition, and warm demeanor have helped us...

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Gladys C.

Full-Time Caregiver

Bogota, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Personal care

dementia

live-in home care

hospice services

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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Vivienne B.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Swimming supervision

grocery shopping

travel

meal prep

light cleaning

Hello! My name is Vivienne. I am a UWS-based certified elementary school teacher with Teach for America. I graduated from Fordham and am currently earning my Master's in education. During the weekdays, I teach science to grades 1-5! I am looking to become your go-to date night sitter, vacation sitter, or ever do after school...

Connie Z. says "Vivienne is wonderful with our daughter as she has been a recurring sitter for over a year. She is dependable and my daughter has a wonderful time with...

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Jacqueline P.

Nanny Looking For A Full-time Job

Weehawken, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

travel

meal prep

light cleaning

Hi, my name is Jacqueline. I was born in Colombia and have many years of experience caring for children of all ages, including infants and kids with special needs. I'm a loving, active, and responsible nanny. I enjoy outdoor activities, reading books, arts and crafts, and supporting children's learning through play. I'm fluent...

Gregg B. says "She's great with the kids. My son is in love w her. We use her part time and on weekends now that our full time nanny is back. Energetic and open to...

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Ashley R.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $45/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Meal prep

carpooling

travel

swimming supervision

light cleaning

+ 1 more

Dedicated and compassionate childcare professional with 13 yrs of experience in nurturing and educating children, including those with special needs. As a certified nursing assistant I have a strong foundation in health care, ensuring I offer not only emotional support but a focus on the developmental and physical well-being of...

Paul B. says "Ashley brought joy and light to our home and our family . Ashley is an intelligent, kind, and selfless person . She is an excellent worker , structured ,...

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Kerry T.

Full Time Caregiver Available

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

2 years experience

I am looking for temporary work as a sitter or caregiver for disabled kids, most of my experience is autism related. I work full time at a day treatment facility/ school program for kids with disabilities and behavioral issues. As a Teaching Assistant/paraprofessional I am responsible for helping students with classwork,...

Lewis T. says "Kerry is provides the utmost care for her clients. She communicates well, understands the motivations and demonstrates empathy. Her clients, love and...

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Lisa L.

Interactive, Athletic, Articulate, Fun, Patient, Highly-Responsible & Nurturing Nanny W/ Over 10 Yrs Exp {6 Wks-11 Yrs}

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 18 families in your area

Craft assistance

swimming supervision

I am an upbeat, interactive, articulate, attentive, fun, and very nurturing woman who has over 10 years experience working as a nanny. I have also been employed as a Hatha Yoga instructor to 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th graders as part of an experimental remedial reading/writing art program. I genuinely enjoy engaging a child in safe,...

Care Member says "Lisa was very helpful with our daughter. She helped with her when she was between the ages of 1 and 2.5 years old. Lisa taught our daughter how to...

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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $20.70/hr as of April 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Kearny, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Kelsey N.

Kelsey is warm and friendly. My daughter took to her immediately. Kelsey was attentive to her and played developmental games with her. She...

- Jay M.

Aminata K.

I'm so glad I was able to find Ami for assistance! I am not a senior; I'm the one who needed assistance after an emergency dental procedure...

- Jemi J.

Brittany T.

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....

- Lavinia M.

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Kearny, NJ

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Kelsey N.

HS Teacher Seeking After School Jobs

Aminata K.

Who I Am

Brittany T.

Caregiver

Katie N.

Teacher/Caregiver For Students With Special Needs

Angie P.

Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience With Newborns, Toddlers And Elementary School Age Children

Elexis D.

Farisa K.

Experienced Babysitter And Teacher

Rebecca A.

Nanny,Personal Assistant

Camila F.

Responsible Babysitter

Rachael D.

Bora Z.

Outgoing Young Professional With Years Of Childcare And Teaching Experience

Ali G.

Elementary Tutor/caregiver Available

Jeadd A.

Funny Sitter, Honest Kind And Loyal

Maria M.

Professional, Educator, Trustworthy, Caring

Gladys C.

Full-Time Caregiver

Vivienne B.

Jacqueline P.

Nanny Looking For A Full-time Job

Ashley R.

Kerry T.

Full Time Caregiver Available

Lisa L.

Interactive, Athletic, Articulate, Fun, Patient, Highly-Responsible & Nurturing Nanny W/ Over 10 Yrs Exp {6 Wks-11 Yrs}

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

Kelsey N.

Aminata K.

Brittany T.

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