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Tiffany E.

Westwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, I'm Tiffany! I'm 29 years old from Westwood, 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 varying specials needs. I...

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)
from
$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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Ariel S.

Career

Hackensack, NJ

4.7(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I worked for the YMCA in Tarrytown as a camp counselor for ages 4-16. I worked at G. Day Camp as a floating counselor for boys and girls ages 6-12. This included aiding a special needs preteen. I am comfortable with newborns, toddlers, and older children. In addition I am an avid animal lover. My miniature dachshund Suzie is 16...

Mark H. says "Ariel is great! She comes on short notice which is VERY hard to find. Kid gets sick or we need help next day she will move her schedule around to...

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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
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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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Edra M.

Loving Part-Time Caregiver

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am a Loving, Caring, Experienced woman. I have worked in childcare all my life. I have 3 grown children, of my own. My oldest son is Autistic, I have experience with children that have special needs. I have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked in a private day care, in the city of New York. I have...

Fabiola B. says "She took great care of our 7yo son during after school hours for a year. Amicable and extremely patient, helped with 1st grade homework. Good family...

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Kirsten C.

Energetic Babysitter

Township of Washington, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Kirsten, I am 22 years old and have 9+ years of experience working with children. I've worked with children ages 0-13! I have experience with special needs children including working with feeding tubes. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I have a clean driving record and would love the opportunity to work with...

Care Member says "Kirsten has taken care of my 5 year old daughter numerous times over the past 3 years. My daughter adores Kirsten, and I feel confident in my daughter’s...

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Tomasz G.

Caregiver (IEP)

Englewood, NJ

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Since A was diagnosed as an autistic child, I was responsible for all aspects of his life in school and after school . Between the ages of 4 and 6, he was attending special school with one on one instruction and my active involvement in his IEP program has been one of the most important factors in his overall success. Then he...

Carla P. says "Tomasz worked for me as a full time caregiver/assistant to my 20 year old twin sons diagnosed with autism this past summer and into the start of the school...

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Christina S.

Passaic, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
I been in the field for 15 year u have the opportunity to meet all different people im kind I have a lot of compassion.

Kiara G. says "Christina has been great taking care of my 3 year old."

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Meriah J.

Professional Hands On Help

Rutherford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$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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Victoria K.

Elmwood Park, NJ

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I was trained to be an ABA therapist to children with autism. I'm familiar with ASL. I'm comfortable using communication devices. I've worked with children for over 20 years now. Helping parents navigate this thing called parenthood brings me great joy!
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Laura C.

Energetic and Loving Nanny Seeks Position

Fort Lee, NJ

3.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Laura. I am 38 years old. I am currently seeking a nanny position. I have previous experience with children. I am a special needs nanny who has worked with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, brain injury and autism. I also was a day camp counselor for two years for 5-year-olds. Plus, I worked with my mother who was...
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Lanisha S.

Special Needs Provider

Yonkers, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have a natural love for learning so I always wanted to be a teacher. Life lead me to caring for elderly and landed me a job at a pediatric center for medically fragile children where I worked as a nursing assistant with children up to age 21. Many of the children I've worked with have various health diagnoses and/or physically...
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Beatriz P.

Graduate Student Looking For Occasional Babysitting Jobs

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Beatriz and I'm 24 years old. I am a first-year Physician Assistant student at Pace University. I'm a super big sister and auntie! I have extensive experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs, such as autism and Down Syndrome. Additionally, in high school I babysat for a variety...

Lauren R. says "I wish there were 10 stars! I cannot speak highly enough about Beatriz. When I tell my boys, 3 & 5, Beatriz is coming to babysit they literally watch the...

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Lucia R.

Certified SPED Teacher

Clifton, NJ

4.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have been babysitting children for over 15 years. I have babysat for all ages including multiple children at the same time for families. Previously, I worked taking care of adults with special needs and children with special needs. I used to work at an adult daycare and worked as a camp counselor for 4 summers. Previously, I...

Emily A. says "I interviewed Lucia and found her to be very professional. She had a well prepared resume listing her excellent experiences. Unfortunately her school...

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Sandra B.

Child Care Services

Garfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Sandra. I have a certification in Home Health Aide, I am also child CPR and First Aid certified. I have worked with a family in Passaic, NJ for a year and six months as a teacher of two children. My childcare experience is more extensive than that, In the past few years I have worked in two different day cares:...

Charlotte C. says "Sandra takes her role as caretaker seriously. She is responsible and nurturing. She has cared for my 6 month old for two month and has become part of...

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Nicole C.

Full/Part Time Experienced & CPR Certified Summer Nanny & Occasional Sitter!

Paterson, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I am a school-based pediatric Speech Therapist looking for local jobs for my summer "off"! I have been sitting/nannying formally since 2015. I am CPR certified, have experience with up to 3 kids at a time. Im a mom of a 2. 5-year-old and am versed in respectful parenting techniques. I enjoy crafts and games with kids, as well as...

Nicole L. says "I'd enthusiastically recommend Nicole to anyone looking for a trustworthy, responsible and caring childcare provider. Nicole cared for my two children...

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Anna Gabriella D.

Lots Of Laughs With Anna Banana!

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! With four years of experience in the early childcare setting and two years working with special needs individuals under my belt, I would say there is not much I cannot handle. Despite my young age, I bring a responsible, caring, yet fun and engaging energy to any family! Prepped with sample lesson plans acquired during my...

Michelle L. says "Anna is a very responsible caregiver. She had to juggle multiple drop-off/pick-ups for my kids each day. She managed my 4 kids and was very playful with...

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Catherine I.

Elder Care, Child Care

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
*CHHA, CPR, AED * I recently moved to Westchester County from NJ. 5/22 - present/ Spring Valley NY For almost 3 years, I've been taking care of a wonderful woman who has macula degeneration and recently hearing loss. duties: Dr appts, cooking, tidying up, meds, shopping, hygiene, exercise, and companionship. 7/2012 - 4/2022...

Mary A. says "Cathy is proactive and helps out with everyday chores without us having to even ask! She takes safety and well-being of our child seriously and creates fun...

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Jenine D.

I Have Tons Of Experiences

New Milford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
For the past 10 years I have served as a baby sitter working with children ages, two weeks to 15 years old including children with down syndrome, autism, bi-polar, and mild special needs cases. Since 2005, I have been employed by the Montclair Board of Education as a teacher assistant working with children pre-K- grade5. In...

Camille M. says "Jenine is a lovely woman! My daughter had such a wonderful time with Jenine, she's still talking about it!!!"

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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

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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

Tiffany E.

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...

- Gabriela M.

Ariel S.

Ariel is great! She comes on short notice which is VERY hard to find. Kid gets sick or we need help next day she will move her schedule...

- Mark H.

Kelli P.

Kelli looked after my 2 kids full time for 2 years, until my youngest started kindergarten. She's incredibly punctual and helped my youngest...

- Natalie P.

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