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Maria O.

Newark, NJ

1.0(0)
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$19/hr
I've experience with Autism, Down Syndrome , Physical and Cerebral Palsy, Sign Language, Attention Deficit and enteral tube feeding. Covid Vaccinated and C P R I'm Maria, I'm 25 years old and I'm Brazilian. NJ Driver License I'm IQ, experience with children between 0 and 15 years I was a volunteer in Peru, working with...
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Nadia S.

Newark, NJ

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$21/hr
5 years experience
Hi, I'm Nadia! I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver with over 9 years in childcare. I specialize in providing care for children with special needs, including those with autism and other developmental differences. My background in early childhood education has equipped me with the knowledge and tools to create a...
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Ashton A.

Newark, NJ

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$25/hr
Hey there! I have 2 years of experience working with spinal cord injuries (SCI) and wheelchair individuals. Assisted with meal preparation, personal care (including bathroom and showering), transportation to appointments, running errands, and providing general household support. My care journey started with my mother who...
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Mary O.

Newark, NJ

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Hello, I graduated with a BA in Psychology and I have been caring for children for a long time. I had my first child-care experience with newborn twins. I have experience caring for children from infant through 16 years old (including multiples). I have both assistant teacher and after-care teacher experience. I am caring and...
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Maria O.

Infant Qualified(IQ) Toddlers

Newark, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Special needs, Newborn, Toddlers and Teenagers Autism, Down Syndrome, Physical and Cerebral Palsy, Sign Language, Newborns, Toddlers, Attention Deficit and enteral tube feeding. Covid Vaccinated and CPR Teacher's Assistant and Nanny - United States 2021 - today NY DL +8 experience and I've my own car! I was a volunteer in Peru,...
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Meriah J.

Professional Hands On Help

Rutherford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hey guys, my name is meriah. I am a Very Fun, outgoing, energetic person. I spend lots of time around all ages, I am also very big on outdoor nature/adventure. Experience with light house cleaning, Clean driving Record, Available for background check, I am a Volunteer firefighter I am CPR and first aid certified, Lots of...

Conny H. says "Meriah was excellent with my mother, her patience was limitless, and very dedicated to daily chores In addition to keeping her engaged in small activities...

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Dee J.

Special Needs Caregiver. Certified Nursing Assistant.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
Compassionate Special Needs Caregiver. CNA Hello! My name is Dee and I am a dedicated and compassionate special needs caregiver w/ 6 plus years of experience in this field. I bring a wealth of knowledge and a genuine passion for helping clients live fulfilling lives. Adults and children with physical, intellectual, and...

Diana H. says "Dee has been with us for 7 weeks while our regular aid is away. She is professional and very dependable; always attentive and willing to change with the...

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Dahlia E.

I Am Loving Caring And Dependable.

Union, NJ

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I been working with seniors for over 8 years now specializing Alzheimer or Dementia and etc. I am licensed CNA and CHHA. I take care of seniors in assisted living. I am currently holding a DDD license as Individual Contractor working with DDD in the State of New Jersey.
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Brittany G.

Special Needs Caregiver

West New York, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience
I have experience working with kids with Autism and mental illness. I am comfortable with low functioning-high functioning.

Care Member says "Brittany has been caring for our 2 boys for some time now and she has always been tremendously responsible, and our boys have always seemed to enjoy the...

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Tyler C.

Fun 24 Year Old Male

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Greetings! My name is Tyler, and for years I have cared for a variety of beautiful individuals all across the spectrum. Growing up with Aspergers, I did not experience the mentorship and support that I needed to thrive. My struggle helped me to develop and resource what I now offer to others: deep, kind, and holistic...

Blake R. says "After meeting Tyler on a dairy farm, I invited him to support a healing retreat outside of Denver entitled, "Humans I Trust : Summer Camp". I say without...

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Mattie N.

Part-time Care Giver

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
*updates: Hi & Thank you for the inquires. I am currently available for part time care and/or date nights/ special 1 time occasions. A couple weekdays are possible but very limited at this time. Caring after my own nieces and nephews is where I began childcare in my teens. I have experience with children from birth-teens....

Kelly M. says "Mattie helped look after and transport our kiddo from school to his OT appointments two times a week for entire the school year. She was prompt, reliable...

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Zorel M.

Caring And Patient Sitter

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
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Hi! I am an experienced babysitter, I love kids and I enjoy spending time with them. I am also a therapy coach at Brain Balance Achievement Center and I have years of experience working with kids with special needs and behavior issues. I work in ABA as well and have experience working with kids on the spectrum and ADHD. I'm very...

Steven W. says "Our 2.5 years old boy has had a great time with Zorel! She's very patient with him and really good at being educational and caring at the same time....

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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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Mikela A.

Babysitter For Kids

West Orange, NJ

3.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I have 15 to 20 year Experience taking care of kids I very trustworthy I would be very Delightful to take care of your kids on the weekend I can do over night. and I can do cleaning too. Thank you. I have experience in special need children. who take time to talk. I am very patience. whit kids who take time to learn. I play whit...
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Daria T.

Attentive Professional Caregiver. Psychologist & Teacher By Education, Kind Loving Personality

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello Dear Parents! I'm Daria, professional in childcare with more than 11 years of experience and great love for kids. I have a degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology and Teaching (I got it not in US). All this years I've been working with children: taking care, helping with pre-school education, psychological help and...
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Farisa K.

Experienced Babysitter And Teacher

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
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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Midori K.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi my name is Midori. I have over 7 years of childcare/nannying experience and experience working with special needs children. I am fluent in English and Japanese, and I am able to cook and some light cleaning around the house. Some previous experience that I have is an instructor for elementary age school students at an after...

Care Member says "Midori was a great help to my husband and kids, she is always willing to give a helping hand and the kids love her. I hope she gets along with your...

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Dana J.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Union, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Dana. I am a very detail-oriented, artistic, responsible and fun person. Although I solely enjoy both performing arts and visual arts with children, I've grown to love sports as well. My childcare experience began 14 years ago, at age 14. I started off caring for my younger siblings until they were old enough...

France J. says "Dana is so nurturing and patient! Our girls love her. I love how she was willing to have fun and be silly with and encourage our girls to step out of...

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Ashley M.

Speech-Language Pathologist, Teacher Of Students With Speech And Language Disabilities

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Hello! My name is Ashley. I am 34 years old. I am a nationally recognized speech pathologist and New York State Certified Teacher and pediatric SLP. I am responsible, professional, and detail-oriented. I also love kids and animals. I am available for tutoring/enrichment, ad-hoc opportunities and part- to full-time work over the...

Carolyn C. says "Our experience with Ashley has been amazing! She works with our sons (ages 5 and 2) on a regular, weekly basis. She comes with unparalleled level of...

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Julia G.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Julia A little bit about me: I'm a recent Pace University graduate with a BA in Communications with a minor in Arts and Entertainment Management. Although I know all the ins and outs of this city, I'm actually from Miami. I've been babysitting since I was 19! With prior experience as a camp counselor. I love...

Care Member says "She looked after my two boys (8-9) and was very patient. My boys love her like she’s our own. Very friendly, on time, and warm. If you’re looking for...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.91/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Newark, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Meriah J.

Meriah was excellent with my mother, her patience was limitless, and very dedicated to daily chores In addition to keeping her engaged in...

- Conny H.

Dee J.

Dee has been with us for 7 weeks while our regular aid is away. She is professional and very dependable; always attentive and willing to...

- Diana H.

Brittany G.

Brittany has been caring for our 2 boys for some time now and she has always been tremendously responsible, and our boys have always seemed...

- Care member

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