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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.
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Carly D.

"You Are Not Your Diagnosis"

Paramus, NJ

1.0(0)
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$20/hr
4 years experience
I have worked as a Primary Caregiver or Direct Support Professional with children, young adults, and adults with the following diagnoses: -Cerebral Palsy -Autism Spectrum Disorder (including Asperger's Syndrome) -ADHD -Dyslexia -Bipolar/Manic Depression -Borderline Personality Disorder -Intermittent Explosive...
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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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Estefany G.

Paramus, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
Experienced nanny with + 3 years of hands-on experience caring for children of all ages, including providing support to children with special needs such as Down syndrome and autism. Recognized for being patient, responsible, and kind, with a strong focus on nurturing children's emotional and social development. Committed to...
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Maryellen I.

Fun And Experienced Sitter!

Paramus, NJ

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
+ 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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Carly D.

Children Are Not A Distraction From More Important Work, Children Are THE Most Important Work!

Paramus, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I have substantial experience as a: -babysitter -nanny -special needs caregiver -direct support professional -recreational coach -tutor for ages 0-13. I am always willing to lend a helping hand wherever necessary and absolutely love helping shape little ones into awesome members of society. I have done fundraising work with...
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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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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
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
+ 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
Live-in home care
hospice services
respite care
personal care
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
Errands
dementia
meal prep
mobility assistance
light cleaning
+ 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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Lanisha S.

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Good day families and friends welcome to my profile. A lil bit about me, I started out babysitting my younger siblings and children of relatives. After high school I became a camp counselor at a local church and a babysitter for two young girls. I've worked as a nursing assistant at a pediatric center for medically fragile...

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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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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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
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
hospice services
+ 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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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)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
respite care
personal care
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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Tiffany E.

Westwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
Hello, I'm Tiffany! I'm 30 years old from New Jersey. My childcare experience began with mommy-helping at age 12 then independently babysitting at age 17. I have traveled the tri-state area and worked with children all ages from infancy to teenagers. I have also worked with individuals who had various specials needs. I always...

Gabriela M. says "We've hired Tiffany as babysitter. She is one of the sweetest people I've met. She is so good and gentle with our N. She offers to help in ways beyond...

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Laetitia P.

New York, NY

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there, I have been working as a nanny for over 8 years in the US. I originally came from France as an Au pair. I studied marketing and communication. I love spending time with kids - planning activities, going places, doing crafts or reading... I can be a lot of fun but I also know how to strict when needed. I have...
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Kelli P.

Caring, Married, Mother Of 2 Adult Children,

Little Falls, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I was a stay at home mother of two children, while caring for my own children I cared for my friends baby for the first year of his life, in 2004 when my kids were in school I applied to Little Falls School #3 (3-4 grade) as a Lunch Aid/substitute School Secretary, in 2007 I applied to Little Falls School #2 as a Teachers Aide...

Natalie P. says "Kelli looked after my 2 kids full time for 2 years, until my youngest started kindergarten. She's incredibly punctual and helped my youngest learn the...

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Tracey G.

Weekend Caregiver

Bergenfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver with 25 years experience available for week nights overnight (M-F 6/6:30pm-7-8am) or Saturdays and Sundays. I am highly experienced in special needs care such as Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Muscular...

Alayne G. says "Tracey worked for my family for over 5 years. I had a son who was not able to do anything for himself and his needs increased over the years ( to include...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.00/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 1.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Paramus, NJ are rated 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

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.

Tracey G.

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...

- Christina D.

Tracey G.

I interviewed this lovely candidate for a night position for my elderly Mom, who has early Alzheimers. Tracey is absolutely delightful,...

- Karen S.

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