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Andrea G.

Full Time/ Part-time Caregiver

Linden, NJ

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$15/hr
I've been working with elementary school children since 2012 as a teacher's aid and substitute teacher. I have worked with autistic spectrum students and other mental disabilities. I enjoy playing soccer and have coached it as well. Growing up I've went to dance and took violin and piano lessons. I enjoy being active and finding...
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Linden, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Hi my name is Nancy. I'm private caregiver with Alzheimer patient. After 25 years of service. With excellent recommendation from the former patient family.
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Linden, NJ

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Hi My name is Andzelika I been taking of seniors and people with special needs for over 17 years. I live to help others. It brings so much joy to my life knowing I was able to help someone in need. I provide showering, feeding, medicine administration, companionship, I help with walking making sure my patients dont fall, cooking...
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Linden, NJ

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$18/hr
Caring for a child with ADHD, speech delay, and mental health challenges requires consistency, patience, and a team approach. Structured routines help with self-regulation, while speech therapy supports not just communication but emotional expression too. Positive reinforcement, sensory aware strategies, and close collaboration...
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Linden, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Brings 1. 5 years of experience as a respite care worker for a pre-teen with special needs (quadriplegic spastic cerebral palsy)--experience assisting with personal hygiene, meal preparation, mobility support, social participation, and engagement with arts & crafts. I have my own car for...
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Linden, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hi there, My name is Julie! I'm an energetic, experienced caregiver. I have just shy of 13 years paid experience and have been babysitting children for most of my life. I have experience with ages three months to 10 years old and with special needs. I know that I'll be able to provide a fun-loving and positive environment for...
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Justice L.'s Photo

Linden, NJ

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I have been caring for children from a young age and have many years of experience with children of all ages. In addition to helping care for my 5 nieces and 3 nephews, I have extensive babysitting experience and am comfortable caring for multiple children at once. I am CPR and First Aid certified and teach swim lessons, which...
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Linden, NJ

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$27/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia! I am a 20-year-old sophomore in college studying education! I have been nannying and babysitting for the last 5 years! I have worked with children from ages 2 months old to 15/16-year-olds! I have experience with children with special needs as well! I have experience in light housekeeping, driving...
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Linden, NJ

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$20/hr
17 years experience
Dementia
companionship
hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hi My name is Andzelika| been taking care of Elderly and patients with special needs for over 17 years. I have experience with patients with slow development disabilities, patients with wheelchairs, patients with walkers and canes, patients with MS (Multiple sclerosis) patients with dementia, patients with Alzheimer's. I chose...
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Andzelika D.'s Photo

Linden, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
meal prep
Hi my name is Andzelika I been taking care of Elderly and People with special needs for over 15 years I have taken care of patients with dementia, patients with Alzheimer's, patients with MS and other. I chose this career because I love helping people in need and it makes me very happy to make difference in there life by...
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Experienced Nanny

Clark, NJ

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I have been working as a nanny for 15 years. For 4 years, I have worked for a great family in Metuchen with three children, two who have special needs. Also, I have experience in working with infants. I am CPR certified. I do potty training, pick up/drop/off school, homework help. I also do Children's laundry, cleanups, meals,...

Paul T. says "Eileen cared for our three toddlers for a year and was wonderful. She was dependable, always willing to be flexible when we needed extra help, and our 3...

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Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
I have always enjoyed working with the elderly people. I have great respect for their wisdom and really listen to their needs and concerns. Thus, I was assisting seniors as a live-in/live-out aide for over 20 years. Through my years of service I have acquired a great deal of experience and outstanding references. In the past, I...

Lisa Z. says "Violeta was employed by our family 2015-2017. During that time she cared for our invalid mother who was wheelchair bound. Violeta's duties included all...

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East Orange, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dedicated CNA & Home Health Aide with 5 Years of Professional Experience. reliable companion Aid that will always show up and get the job done
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Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
My name is Nicole, I am 31 years old. I have a lot of experience working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and Nannying since I was 18 years old. I am looking for a family who I can treat their child as one of my own and help the family with whatever they need. I also do house work; such as clean,...

Ashley W. says "I am one of her teachers and she is a very reliable student. I would highly recommend Nicole to anyone."

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A Special Need /Care Giver Assistant, And A CHHA...

Newark, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Karema, I'm 42 years old. I have over 10 years of experiences doing companion/care-giving and assisting with special need cases. I cared for family, and non -family members who has special needs requirements. My daughter is 10, and she has ADHD, and a learning disability, In addition to that I'm also CPR/BLS...
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Experienced And Compassionate Care Provider

Elizabethport, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Angel, a reliable, nurturing, and dedicated professional nanny with a heart full of passion for child development and years of hands-on experience. Whether it's caring for infants, toddlers, or children with special needs, I bring patience, warmth, and structure into every child's day. I'm CPR/First Aid certified,...

Bhekinkosi B. says "She is very passionate, warm and very caring."

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Staten Island, NY

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've been a Home Health Aide for 19 years. Enjoy helping others. I can perform all daily living skills bathing, dressing, transferring, incontinent care, and toileting. Seeking part-time work.
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Part Time Caregiver Available, Reliable & Honest.

Bayonne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have an autistic cousin who loves me to share his special home written stories. I have cared for special needs children, even when I was in 7th & 8th grade, taking them to and from school. I have a kind, loving heart with common sense and patience. I am honest and reliable. I have references available.

Elizabeth R. says "We hired Diane to help myself as I was laid up with a broken ankle and could not do any walking/weight bearing activities. Diane proved to be exactly...

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Special Needs Provider

Clark, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a college graduate and I have worked with a variety of children with special needs. I am honest and trustworthy. I love all kinds of children.
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Attentive Loving And Joyful Caregiver

Union, NJ

4.8(1)
from
$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hi parents! I am an enthusiastic & attentive caretaker with 9 years of experience working with children ages 0-12, and people with special needs ages 5-22. I have experience in roles such as live-in nanny, substitute teacher, babysitter, daycare assistant, special needs aid, camp counselor, housekeeper and more. I have CPR and...

Care Member says "Malka took care of our baby boy during the day while we worked from home for 3 months, from the time he was 7 months old until 10 months old. She was...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

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

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

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

Eileen P.

Eileen cared for our three toddlers for a year and was wonderful. She was dependable, always willing to be flexible when we needed extra...

- Paul T.

Violeta P.

Violeta was employed by our family 2015-2017. During that time she cared for our invalid mother who was wheelchair bound. Violeta's duties...

- Lisa Z.

Nicole S.

I am one of her teachers and she is a very reliable student. I would highly recommend Nicole to anyone.

- Ashley W.

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