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Nicole N.

Newark, DE

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi I have primarily worked with Autistic children and those on the spectrum. I currently work with the Department of Education in a classroom ratio of 6 children, 4 assistants, and 1 teacher. I have been at my current job for 1 year and 8 years with my prior job at AHRC where I also worked with children with special needs. I...

Joanne F. says "We would recommend Nicole to anyone who needs help with there children or adults with special needs my sons are Autistic and she is great with them. Will...

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CNA And Mother Of 3 Now Adult Children

Newark, DE

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Worked under the supervision of an RN providing bedside care, treatment and clinical documentation for patients on cardiac, hospice, dementia and many other ailments. I love making a personal bond with my clients and treat them with respect, dignity, and compassion. I like to help people gain independence and feel a sense of...
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Newark, DE

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I am a 24-year-old child care professional with 5+ years of experience with ages 0-12. I graduated from University of Delaware in 2022 with a Human Services major and Disabilities Studies and Medical Social Services minors. I have experience with home based and center based care, including serving as a lead Infant/Toddler...

Kitty B. says "Kate has been a blessing to our family. She is reliable, mature and flexible. She is very sweet but can be strong and authoritative when needed to be. We...

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Nicole N.'s Photo

Newark, DE

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, I have been working with children for more than 20 years and I love reading, playing board games and working on desired goals to be met. I am currently working as a full-time Special Education teacher at a charter school. I have experience working with children with general and special needs. I have primarily worked with...

Elena K. says "I would highly recommend Nicole to anyone who is looking for kind, patient and experienced person. She knows how to work with kids on the spectrum and...

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Special Needs

Newark, DE

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a certified teacher with a master's degree in Special Education, English and History. I have over 10 years of experience and love what I do!
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Home Health Aid/Special Needs

Newark, DE

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Service to the needy elderly is a passion to me I have 20 years of experience I am Home Health Aid Certified I have transportation I have all kind of common experiences. Special Needs, Dementia, Alzheimer, ADL's, light housing keeping, meal preps , companionship, running errands, medication reminder, catheter care diabetes,...
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Professional Music Teacher With 18 Years Experience!

Newark, DE

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Morgan, a dedicated caregiver with a passion for children, teens, and those with special needs. As a Middletown-based music teacher, I enjoy teaching piano, violin, viola, and flute to kids aged 5 and above. Starting my musical journey at age 4, I easily connect with young learners. I take pride in being patient,...
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Hardwork And Reliable DSP

Newark, DE

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$17/hr
Iam a fun and reliable hardworking DSP/ Caregiver who understands the difficulties associated with this job and make it simpler hence making work interesting. Flexible.
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Newark, DE

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Hello! My name is Sophia. I am a student looking for part-time positions to make some extra money for my last year at college. I have cared for children aging from infancy (6 mo.) to 10 years old and I am comfortable caring for younger or older individuals as well. I love to cook and am willing to clean up the house if needed as...
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Respite Care

Newark, DE

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Over 10 years of experience with children with special needs as well as senior care. Certified in both CPR and BLS. Experience providing care to individuals with ASD, cerebral palsy, cognitive delays, and dementia. Reference available upon request
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Newark, DE

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$17/hr
4 years experience
I have four years experience caregiver assistant I love my patient. I care I care about my job. I'm very hard worker have good experience. and also special needs.
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Gladys S.'s Photo

Newark, DE

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$25/hr
8 years experience
I have been in the caregiver field since 2014. I started with 1on 1, companion then moved to group homes where we have diverse mental health clients that we deal with.
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Home Health Aid

Newark, DE

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$16/hr
I work with people with intellectual disabilities, kids and infants, adults toddlers I do CPR and first aid I am trained. With the state of Delaware I cook, clean I assisted with feeding. I assisted with doctors appointments medication pick up transport!!
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Newark, DE

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$14/hr
10 years experience
I believe the children are our future and no matter if the child has an handicap or disability. They can learn and they have a right to be taught how to take care of themselves, how to eat and how to read and write.
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Lorri S.'s Photo

Newark, DE

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 25 years of child care and special needs experience, specializing in special needs. I am CPR, first aid and med certified.
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Newark, DE

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$13/hr
2 years experience
I am an 19-year-old girl who is fun, kind, caring, and amazing with kids! I love to use tools such as theater, music, arts and crafts, playing outside, and being creative to help stay engaged and active! My ultimate goal is to run a Musical Theatrical Therapy organization with a huge emphases on inclusion, including cases such...
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Newark, DE

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hi! I am a junior college student looking for a part-time babysitter position! I have worked with children with special needs and have had various babysitting jobs. References would be available if you like.
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Part-Time Caregiver

Newark, DE

1.0(0)
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$10/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have always loved working with children! I was a swim teacher for 3 years and a lifeguard for 2. I am currently a nursing major at Arizona State University and have just been re-certified in first aid/CPR this April. I also have a level 1 clearance card. I was not only a swim teacher but a babysitter for 2 years and have had...
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Experienced Infant Teacher/sitter

Newark, DE

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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
Bringing two decades of experience to childcare, I'm passionate about creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for your little one. My background includes a college degree, coursework in Early Child Development, and extensive hands-on experience. I'm certified in First Aid and CPR, and have experience with special needs...
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Newark, DE

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Sophia. I am a recent college graduate student looking for part-time or one time only positions to care for your little ones. I have cared for children aging from infancy (6 mo.) to 10 years old and I am comfortable caring for younger or older children as well. I love to cook and am willing to clean up the...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.83/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.2

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Newark, DE

Special Needs Caregivers in Newark, DE are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Nicole N.

We would recommend Nicole to anyone who needs help with there children or adults with special needs my sons are Autistic and she is great...

- Joanne F.

Katherine M.

Kate has been a blessing to our family. She is reliable, mature and flexible. She is very sweet but can be strong and authoritative when...

- Kitty B.

Nicole N.

I would highly recommend Nicole to anyone who is looking for kind, patient and experienced person. She knows how to work with kids on the...

- Elena K.

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