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Barrie B.

Matawan, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
I have worked in a preschool caring for special needs children for 6 years. I also have experience with elementary school aged children. I was employed as a 7th grade teacher for 3 years prior to my recent move to NJ.. I am familiar with IEPs. I have 3 children

Arary And Lisa M. says "Our family had a unique need. We needed someone who was dependable, reliable and someone our daughter enjoyed spending time with on a daily basis....

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Barrie B.

Matawan, NJ

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Worked with preschoolers on the spectrum. Experience with ABA, IEPs. Finishing masters in special education. Patient, kind, .
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Jennifer R.

Matawan, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
My name is Jennifer I'm from the beautiful island of Jamaica I'm married to my best friend for over 20 years I have a wonderful son And a beautiful daughter in law I love people Especially people with special needs I believe God created them for a reason One of that reason is to show us who they are and also to show us who...
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Gianna V.

Fun Sitter Who Is A Child At Heart!

Matawan, NJ

from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 5+ years of experience working with kids. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping as well if needed. I am a dancer who is a dance teacher for kids from preschool all the way up to 12 years old. I love working with kids and also have experience working with children with special needs! I am 22 years old and just...
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Daniela T.

Matawan, NJ

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, my name is Daniela! I am a happy, positive, and patient caregiver with 10 years+ of experience. I am a babysitter and school speech therapist so I have experience working with kids of all ages and with children with special needs. Spanish-speaking! I am very trustworthy and will create a safe environment where children can...
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Barrie B.

Caring, Reliable. Helpful

Matawan, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Visiting physician
During the year, I work with special needs children. I cared for my own grandparents when they were ill. I also cared for them in my free time doing crafts, going to movies, walks.
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Theresa S.

Sayreville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As a dedicated mother of two and an early childhood educator with over 15 years of experience, I am passionate about fostering a loving, fun, and supportive environment where children thrive. I am CPR/AED/First Aid certified and offer professional nanny and tutoring services. My expertise includes fine and gross motor...

Brooke G. says "She is simply the best. I defy you to find someone who cares more about educating kids, or does it with more joy."

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Amanda R.

Perth Amboy, NJ

3.0(1)
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$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I live in Newark, NJ and I am a creative, compassionate, and positive person with about three and a half years experience in child care. I have experience working with multiple families! I have worked with newborns, toddlers, special needs, as well as helped with meal prep and animal care. I also don't smoke and have my...

Care Member says "Amanda is a super sweet, reliable and patient caregiver. She takes care of my baby boy since he was 4 months old and does really well with meeting all...

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Lindsey C.

Passionate And Reliable Recent College Graduate

Hazlet, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is Lindsey, I'm a 24-year-old graduate student. I completed my undergraduate degree in psychology and I'm currently in graduate school at Teachers College, Columbia University for my M. A. and E. d. M. in School Psychology. I have 6 years of experience in childcare and 8 years of experience working with kids. I was a...

Craig D. says "Lindsey taught fantastic swim lessons for us as well as supervised our pools and aquatic center! Always on time, ready to work, and professional! She comes...

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Rosemarie T.

Caregiver Of Many Hats

Keyport, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
1 year experience
I'm a QMAP/ caregiver. Love animals. Will honestly probably try to be your best friend if you let me

Christina S. says "She is very reliable and will do a great job."

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Ann H.

Certified Dementia/Alzheimer Specialist With HHA License.

Red Bank, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
I am the director of a memory care/dementia/Alzheimer floor in an assisted living facility. I have worked with Parkinson patients, cancer patients and those with advanced dementia and Alzheimer. My focus is with the elder population as I have felt that they have often been overlooked and that they need intensive compassionate,...

Dr. C. says "Ann cared for my father on a part time basis from 2011 when he was still living at home until he passed away in an assisted living facility in 2015. Because...

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Liz R.

Occupational Therapy Student With A lot Of Experience With Children Requiring Special Attention

Marlboro, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a master degree in occupational therapy with a psychology minor. I currently work in early intervention and out patient therapy. I am a ASDCS, trained ADOS administrator, IEP advocate, and parent coach. I have educational and clinical experience with ABA and a vast understanding of how to carry out behavioral plans. I am...

Sarah C. says "Liz helped me and my children through one of the most trying times. I was at home working with my 1 and 2 year old when the pandemic started and I'm not...

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Amanda B.

Hazlet, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have continued to do so throughout the years. I have watched many different children of all ages, ranging from infancy to teenage years, and some with special needs. The most I have watched at a time is 6 kids. I am also a teacher and love nothing more than working with...
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Jessica B.

Child Care

Colts Neck, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a dedicated childcare provider with 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development and find joy in offering families a reliable childcare option. My patient and calm demeanor, combined with my formal and reserved nature, enables me to create a...

Victoria T. says "On time and very professional. Only came after kids had gone to sleep, but was very engaging and would trust to sit again."

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Rebecca S.

Diligent College Grad With Experience With Special Needs

Hazlet, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
I am a certified Elementary teacher. I have taught PreK with 3 and 4-year-olds for three years, 3rd grade for 1 year, and 2nd grade for 1 year. I have experience working with children with special needs from all of those settings. I have also provided respite care for families with children with special needs who need consistent...
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Eunice D.

Full Category Giver

Parlin, NJ

4.5(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Is my pleasure to help those in need of help all field that is looking after their children and also laundry help maintaining clean kitchen and bath living rooms and all house chores. I am a New Jersey certified home health aide and a medication aide for seniors.

Audrey A. says "Eunice is very patient and careful with clients "

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Jennifer G.

Fun Sitter With A Smile

Spotswood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Experienced Babysitter Available - Special Needs Friendly Hi! I'm a mom of 3 (ages 13, 11, and 5), and my youngest has a medically complex condition. I understand firsthand how important it is to have someone you can trust - especially when your child has unique needs. I'm also an ABA therapist with professional experience...

Elizabeth S. says "Jenn is an amazing nanny! We hired her to watch our four month old and she was WONDERFUL with him. He needed a bit of special care and Jenn picked it...

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Cheryl D.

Experienced Babysitter Available Last Minute 7 Days A Week

Keansburg, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I was a single mom. I raised my kids with little help. I love kids and love to hear them laugh and see them smile. I am great under pressure. I could be available last minute. I am background checked with Dcpp as a support. I would be available February 4th to start. My boss and my friend of many years is a foster dad I was his...

Danielle M. says "She's very nice and got along with my children. They loved her and I only interview her"

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Carla J.

A Special Educator With Experience With Children Of All Ages, Available Part Time Babysitter.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
I am currently an elementary Special Education teacher for the Department of Education under the Autism Spectrum program and I have been working with children for over 5 years. I have experience with children of all ages, both in general education and students with special needs. I have received my Master's in Special Education,...
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Kelly R.

South Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Nurturing young minds is my passion. With seven years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11, I bring patience, creativity, and thoughtful care to every interaction. My graduate degree complements my Early Childhood Education (ECE) and Early Child Development coursework, providing a strong foundation for fostering...

Care Member says "We are very lucky to have Kelly come to our son Lenny for fun activities, like drawing, play dough, dancing, reading, learning how to count, colours,...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

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

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Matawan, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Barrie B.

Our family had a unique need. We needed someone who was dependable, reliable and someone our daughter enjoyed spending time with on a daily...

- Arary And Lisa M.

Theresa S.

She is simply the best. I defy you to find someone who cares more about educating kids, or does it with more joy.

- Brooke G.

Amanda R.

Amanda is a super sweet, reliable and patient caregiver. She takes care of my baby boy since he was 4 months old and does really well with...

- Care member

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