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Emily B.

Paramus, NJ

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$15/hr
I will admit that I do not have a lot of hands-on experience with individuals on the spectrum, but I am interested in working with children on the spectrum. I have studied Human Development and am planning on putting in some volunteer hours in at We Rock the Spectrum in Clearwater to get some more experience. As a part of my...
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Sarena L.

DSP/Group Home Manager

Paramus, NJ

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$21/hr
Hello my name is sarena L. I have been working with mentally disabled adults for over 10 years. I have worked with children and adults with all different kinds of cognitive disabilities such as down syndrome, autism, diabetes, epilepsy, and mental health patients. And very compassionate and caring and understanding and have much...
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Emily B.

Paramus, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Emily and I have my bachelor's degree in Human Development and many years of experience working as a nanny; as well as experience working in a Montessori School. I love working with children of all ages, but I have a special place in my heart for those toddlers everyone is saying are so terrible. I am also open...
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Olivia B.

Paramus, NJ

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting for the past two years. I have a lifeguard certification as well as First Aid and CPR training. I have also babysat children with Autism and special needs
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Maryellen I.

Fun And Experienced Sitter!

Paramus, NJ

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Maryellen and I am a 23-year-old college graduate (pre med track) who loves working with kids! I have 7+ years of experience working with children ranging from toddlers, elementary, and special needs. Working with kids is one of my passions and I love the fun I am able to bring to them while working/taking care, and...
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Catherine S.

Personal Care Assistant Available After 3pm Daily!

Paramus, NJ

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Years of experience with children from infant to adulthood. I have also have had years of experience 25 plus with special need children. I am a mother of two children that both are in college at this time.
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Jillene F.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lodi, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
hospice services
respite care
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
licensed practical nurse for 9 years as of 2025 5 years of experience in long term Looking for private duty home care. Experienced in g tube feedings, nebulizer treatments, medication management, Wound care, catheters, incontinent care, special needs, dementia, Incontinence care and memory care.

Joanne I. says "I don't even know where to begin. Jillene was a perfect match to care for my dad who was on hospice. I am crying as I am writing this in the short...

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Shavelle D.

Hackensack, NJ

4.5(0)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
I have been working with kids for as long as I can remember. I have nannied three wonderful kids. Volunteered at schools. And taken care and been a companion to kids with special needs. I love kids and have a high level of patience.
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Digna U.

Paterson, NJ

4.5(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have almost 10seven year experience I used to working in a lot different kind a cases of senior needed, mobility, bed bath, shower, feeding, eye everything about cares and Also I'm doing child with special needs. I used to work in different kind of cases. I have experience in dementia Alzheimer's. I'm a certificate CHHA. now...

Brian J. says "Digna is always on time and even better, always early. She's honest and I trusted her from the start. She's a good driver, and when she takes you out, she...

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Anabel E.

Lodi, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm no longer available. Thank you for considering me. Hello moms!! My name is Anabel and I'm currently a Nursing student and former special needs teacher assistant for The Department of Education of New York. I have experience assisting with lesson plans and helping with classwork/homework. I have worked with kids as...

Jennifer D. says "Anabel sat my two boys. She was kind and fun, bringing a bag of toys and books with her. They enjoyed playing with her."

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Tracey G.

Special Needs, Senior Care

Bergenfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver for Special Needs, Senior Care, Child Care. I have over 18 years of experience. I am available for week night M-F overnight (flexible with start time)(7/8pm-7am)or weekend Fri-Sun overnight...

Christina D. says "As a first time mommy, I needed extra help with my son. At one month old Tracey came to the rescue! She was very patient not only with our son, but...

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Tracey G.

Senior Caregiver

Bergenfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Respite care
live-in home care
personal care
hospice services
dementia
*COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*Hi there! I am a qualified caregiver with 18 years of experience. I am available nights M-F 6/6:30pm-6am)or weekend F-Su overnight(F 6/6:30pm-Su 4/5pm) I am highly experienced in senior care (Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's) rehab, stroke, senior special...

Karen S. says "I interviewed this lovely candidate for a night position for my elderly Mom, who has early Alzheimers. Tracey is absolutely delightful, with a wealth of...

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Lisa R.

Harrington Park, NJ

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
errands
mobility assistance
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a school counselor and mom of three children. I am looking for a summer job and option to continue working and helping others throughout the school year. When I was in graduate school I worked in a group home with men that had special needs. I helped clean, cook, bath and keep the men active and healthy. I also took care of...

Diane O. says "Lisa is an amazing person! I wish Every one that applies with Care.Com was like her! She is the best ever! I have never Have had such a wonderful Amazing...

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Sandra B.

Senior Care

Garfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Sandra. I have the certification on Home Health Aide. I have Adult CPR and First Aide. Many years ago I worked in Florida with young people with different special needs, as well as with the elderly with different medical conditions. Due to circumstances beyond my control, I had to move to New Jersey where I...

Care Member says "It was the luckiest day of all our lives when Sandra B. came into it to take care of my sister twice a week. She is a blessing in so many ways. She can...

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Amaris C.

Fort Lee, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Amaris and I have over 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have looked after children since I was 15 years old. My skills include feeding, dressing, diapering and bathing. I love to engage children in fun educational activities like arts and crafts, reading, outdoor activities like trips to the...

Preto G. says "Amaris is a very patient and caring babysitter. She is responsible and dependable. You can tell she loves working with kids and they love being around her....

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Lanisha S.

Great Babysitter Available For You

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Good day families and friends I will have some availability over the Christmas break starting this Friday 12/20-12/31. Please reach out if you are looking for care. This is ONLY for the break. A lil bit about me, I started out babysitting my younger siblings and children of relatives. After high school I became a camp counselor...

Care Member says "Lanisha was able to help me out very last minute. She was very punctual, respectful and understanding as my appointment took longer than I had scheduled...

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Janelle R.

South Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hi there! I've been working as a nanny for 10+ years. I've worked with children of all ages from 3 weeks old, to 16 years old. I love to spend time with children. I read and do age-related activities. I can tutor as well, if necessary. Safety is is main priority, so that it is never a worry. I am CPR/AED certified as a...

Care Member says "Janelle is so wonderful! She has been a date night, etc. sitter for my 2.5 year old son for the last 9 months or so. She's so great with him and really...

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Eleanora Z.

Caregiver

Saddle River, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Respite care
live-in home care
personal care
hospice services
dementia
My name is Eleanora. I have 12 years experience and living in an nursing home. My experience includes: cooking, changing, cleaning, bathing, medication moderator, feeding, and many more. I worked in a 33-bed adult care facility. I helped organize workshops for the members. I participated in over-night care on a regular basis. I...

Judi H. says "Eleanora took her role As an aide, companion very seriously. She always took the our mom's needs into consideration . Elle prepared food that was...

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Sarah D.

Best Nanny From The East Coast!

Garfield, NJ

4.7(1)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Sarah and I'm 22. I'm in my second year of nursing school. I have worked as a full time nanny for the last 5 years. I am CPR/first aid certified, water safety certified and I have over 100+ volunteer hours in K-3 classrooms. I am passionate about working with kids and helping them effectively reach their milestones. I...

Jenna L. says "Sarah has been my go-to gal for about two years now. I was first recommended her as a nanny when I had my daughter in 2020. Obviously, the pandemic was...

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Michele S.

Happy, Fun, And Nurturing Nanny

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been working with little ones for over 14 years. My love for kids is something that always provided me with amazing experiences. I truly enjoy playing, organizing crafts and activities or simple going for a walk. I was able to experience child development at every level. And I must say I enjoy all of it. I have...

Priscila V. says "Michelle has been absolutely amazing with our 3 boys. She's reliable, creative, caring, knows how to discipline when needed and my boys love her...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.17/hr as of June 2025

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

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

Jillene F.

I don't even know where to begin. Jillene was a perfect match to care for my dad who was on hospice. I am crying as I am writing this...

- Joanne I.

Digna U.

Digna is always on time and even better, always early. She's honest and I trusted her from the start. She's a good driver, and when she...

- Brian J.

Anabel E.

Anabel sat my two boys. She was kind and fun, bringing a bag of toys and books with her. They enjoyed playing with her.

- Jennifer D.

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