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Kylie I.

Special Education Certified

Maple Shade, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Certified in special education ages 2-14. Attended La Salle university to gain the knowledge to become certified and have had experiences with multiple disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and more.

Rachol C. says "We hired Kylie to watch our two toddlers for a late night shift. It was last minute and she was very quick in responding and doing a quick video...

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Jennifer R.

Maple Shade, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Hello all, working with individuals with special needs brings with it a host of unique challenges and opportunities. Therefore, a few years ago I worked as a one on one aid with kids with Down Syndrome, Development Delayed.. etc. Those children I worked with made every day fulfilling, and I know my work made a positive impact...
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Apryl P.

Mature Part-Time Or Full-time Caregiver

Maple Shade, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I raised a child of my own, I took in a child and was given legal custody by the State of NJ and raised him from the age of 11 to 16, I have 3 granddaughters and 3 great granddaughters. I spent 4 years caring for a 92-year-old dementia patient until she passed. I also cared for a 6-month-old that I got ready for day care and...

Care Member says "Apryl is so great with my 11 month old daughter. She has been watching her since she was 3 and a half months old and I couldn’t be more thankful for the...

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Christina P.

Experienced Nurturing Fun Loving Nanny

Maple Shade, NJ

4.5(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Fun, energetic, patient, compassionate nanny with 15 years of experience caring for and educating children, including in home nannying for about 8 years. Prior to this, I was working in a daycare facility for 2 years primarily in the infant/toddler room but I have worked with children of all ages. I have experience with multiple...

Care Member says "Christina was our unicorn nanny. She is reliable, organized, punctual, honest, and absolutely wonderful with children. I felt very comfortable with...

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Selena J.

Maple Shade, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi my name is Selena! I've been working with children since my freshman year of high school through babysitting families and volunteering at my local church for VBS and church nursery. I just graduated college this year with a degree in Biblical counseling with a concentration on working with youth. I use to reside in...

Care Member says "Selena has been a great caregiver to our 2 young children. She takes initiative to plan the day with arts/crafts, outdoor activities, reading/learning...

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Doniqwah G.

Overnight Baby Sitting

Maple Shade, NJ

from
$20/hr
9 years experience
Travel
Hello my name is Doniqwah and I'm a 27-year-old mother of 2. I've been looking after kids for 10 years, starting with siblings and moving on to neighborhood children. I have experience with newborns to 10 years old. I`m adult and infant CPR certified as well as experienced with children of special needs!
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Kylie I.

Babysitter/ Tutor

Maple Shade, NJ

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
I am currently 28 years old and have been babysitting since I was 12. I attended University to student Elementary Education, Special Education, and American Studies. I have been in classrooms such as Kindergarten, 1st, 3rd, Special Needs 1-4 and 5-8 since 2015. I am currently a Pre School teacher and have 15 children in my...
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Doniqwah G.

Home Health Aide Available Full Time

Maple Shade, NJ

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Doniqwah and I base my life on working with seniors or the handicapped and mentally delayed and children. I worked for Community Access Unlimited, Bayada and Loving Hands for 7+ years and love what I do. I take pride in every thing I do and make sure that I am the best senior companion and care taker and that I...
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Janelle G.

Experienced Babysitter & Teacher

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I have 15+ years of experience, working with children aged birth to 17. I have experience working with children with special needs. I am first aid and CPR certified, and I have an Early Childhood degree.

Care Member says "Janelle was great! Helped my wife with our newborn daughter and 5 y/o son while I was out coaching. She did all the dishes, played with our son while my...

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Torri P.

Ariel

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! I am Ariel (preferred name) , I am a Junior Secondary English Education Major attending Temple University, to follow my passion for working and changing young people's minds. I have experience with children since the age of 13 with my first job as a teacher's assistant in a learning center. I began to work with special...

Care Member says "It's obvious that Ariel has a heart for children and animals! She took such gentle care of our 4-month old daughter -- so attentive and patient as the...

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Anlizar D.

Experienced Licensed Practical Nurse

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 10+years of experience as a nurse. Currently I am a geriatric nurse with past experience in pediatric mental health/mental retardation. I have always known that I would be a nurse. It is my joy to serve others with my talents and compassion . I have adult children who have grown into positive and respectful members of the...

Mike S. says "Thank you Anlizar for always showing up and being reliable when we've needed it most. It's been extremely helpful having a nurse available who goes the...

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Kenializ P.

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Philadelphia, PA

4.9(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Kenializ and I am 27 years old. I currently in the process of trying to earn my RN license. I am working hard to pay for the things I need for school as well as provide for my son as I am a single mother of a special needs child. I am currently attending school full time at night. I am young but I am very hard...

Yaella A. says "Kenializ was very calm and positive with my kids. I would highly recommend."

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Betsy B.

Babysitter/Nanny

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
For over 10 years, I have cared for children as a teacher, tutor, long-term nanny, and a short-term nanny/babysitter. I have experience teaching at a preschool, nannying long-term for families with multiple children, babysitting for children with special needs, and caring for children from diverse backgrounds including English...

Jessica C. says "Betsy is one of the kindest people you will ever meet! She cared for our children with so much patience and love. She helped our family out on short...

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Bradley D.

Riverside, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
24-year-old RCBC graduate with 8 years of childcare experience, full time Manny with experience ranging from newborns to teens and a background with special needs children. Clean driving record and fully vaccinated

Jenaleigh L. says "Bradley has worked for my family since the beginning of the school year. He helps get my three children breakfast and dressed in the morning before...

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Joy M.

Childcare Provider And Nurture Caregiver.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
Hi, I'm Joy! I'm a full-time Personal Care Assistant and Behavioral Health Technician with over 25 years of experience caring for children, including those with special needs. I've raised my own kids and love supporting children who are non-verbal, autistic, or have developmental and behavioral challenges. I'm CPR Instructor...

Katrina C. says "Joy is awesome!! She worked with my son for a few yrs and when I tell you she's the best she's the best!! Professional and dependable. Kids love her. Joy...

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Hannah J.

Experienced And Dependable Babysitter

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
NOTE: I currently have a full-time nanny position, so I am only accepting one-time evening or weekend jobs. I have two years teaching and tutoring experience. I worked at an after-school program for two years. I have been a nanny since 2021, and have worked with several families. I have experience with kids with behavioral...

Care Member says "Hannah is the best, we had the privilege of having her care for our son for a couple of months."

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Nicole C.

Part-time/ Date Night Sitter

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Nicole a recent grad from Colorado State University. A little bit about me, I graduated with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have been working as a nanny for 5 years and babysitting for about 4 years. As my time as a nanny, I worked with a variety of families in which each was special in their own...

Care Member says "She’s lovely- the kind of person you can trust with your children. According to my oldest she’s “pretty rad.”"

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Alicia C.

Somerdale, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! A little about me; Between my husband & I, we have a blended family with 5 children ranging in the ages of 3-11. We have 2 girls, both 9, & 3 boys, ages 4, 11, and 12. I also have experience with special needs children as my 12-year-old is high functioning autistic. In my free time, I enjoy playing & coaching softball,...

Brandy G. says "Alicia is one of the very few people I've found that can safely keep watch over my twins and keep them both engaged and happy in fun and educational...

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Damara B.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi My name is Damara. I have 10 years of experience working with children of different ages and personalities. I see the value in being a good role model and meet each kids special needs. I have worked in kindergarten, elementary school and been a par professional. I love working with children and see them grow and be a part of...

Care Member says "Damara was excellent last minute, took good care of my 12-yr old autistic and highly energetic son. Happy hiring her again!"

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Asia H.

Paraprofessional 03-2023-01-2024 Daycare Assistant 04-2022-01-2023 Nanny 01-2022-07-2023

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello families! I am a 19-year-old babysitter trying to find a full time job. Anydays work for me, preferably 7am-5 p.m. but I am VERY flexible. I would prefer to use the families nanny car, I have a clean driving record and is licensed. I am asking for $22-27 an hour depending on the families number of children and the workload...

Ceylan T. says "Asia came for a visit and was full of energy. She interacted with my daughter and within minutes was having a great time with her. Asia has a bubbly...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.8

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Maple Shade, NJ

Special Needs Caregivers in Maple Shade, NJ are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Kylie I.

We hired Kylie to watch our two toddlers for a late night shift. It was last minute and she was very quick in responding and doing a quick...

- Rachol C.

Apryl P.

Apryl is so great with my 11 month old daughter. She has been watching her since she was 3 and a half months old and I couldn’t be more...

- Care member

Christina P.

Christina was our unicorn nanny. She is reliable, organized, punctual, honest, and absolutely wonderful with children. I felt very...

- Care member

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