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Tiffany W.

Experienced Speical Needs Caregiver

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Over 8 years of experience working with special needs clients ranging from children as well as adults. I am skilled in working with varied handicapping conditions. I have the ability to deal with any difficult situation with consideration as well as care. It is very important to me that all my clients feel special and needs are...
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CHHA, Senior Caregiver

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
6 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
mobility assistance
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
As a mother, a daughter and a granddaughter, I know the importance of having a reliable, trustworthy caregiver. From the experience with my own children I have crafted a nurturing personality. I have experience working with people of all ages and minimal experience with special needs. I welcome the opportunity to cater to you...

Kris M. says "Rondene is a committed, kind, smart, fantastic woman. I worked with her while caring for my mother after a knee replacement that was more complicated than...

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Mature Reliable Available Fulltime

Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have experience working with individuals with different behavioral levels, I participated in The Special Olympics for several years, it s my passion to provide direct care for your loved one.
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Energetic Babysitter

Plainfield, NJ

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$17/hr
Growing up a children I was very misunderstand and I felt like an out cast because how I talked and look so I love seeing the smile on kids and people who feel different from others faces. I just want everyone to enjoy there selfsame and lives everyday
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Plainfield, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have more than 17 years of experience in taking elderly and young age because of my family member. Also I am medically knowledgeable because I am graduate of Nursing. I am organized, energetic, reliable, patient and multitasking person.
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Plainfield, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Rynasia, I'm very goal oriented and have a compassionate heart for others in need of care, assistance or help. I went to school for medical assistance, in school I overcame many certifications (EKG, Phlebotomy, medication administration, CPR) once I achieved those goals I continued to look deeper in the medical...
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Plainfield, NJ

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$50/hr
14 years experience
My name is Colleen and I've been teaching special education for 14 years. I have worked with students ranging in age 3-21. While I have worked with students with varying special needs, I have primarily worked with children and young teens with autism and ADD/ADHD. That being said I have also worked in the general education...
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Experienced, Energetic And Everything You've Been Looking For In A Care Giver!!!!!

Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi there! I'm a 28-year-old mother of a 5-year-old boy. I live in Union County but am willing to travel as far as you need me to. I love music, art and learning about different cultures. I am into Yoga, Meditation and currently working towards being a vegetarian again! I was most currently a Teachers Assistant at a school for...
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Direct Support Professional

Plainfield, NJ

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$19/hr
3 years experience
I've worked for a few companies one of them being Keystone Community Living. I've provided community engagement, health and safety, documenting, medical monitoring, and assistance with basic personal hygiene.
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Personal Assistant, Babysitter And Night Nanny!

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
With over 12 years of experience, I'm passionate about creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for children of all ages, including multiples and special needs. For the past 3 years, I've worked with children with special needs, adapting activities to suit their individual needs with patience and creativity. I'm...

Care Member says "My daughter takes a while to warm up to people usually. Especially if it’s clear they are new to mom and dad and she warmed up to Jasmine so fast!...

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Experienced, Caring CHHA And Certified Senior Care Provider

Fanwood, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
meal prep
personal care
mobility assistance
dementia
+ 1 more
I have extensive experience as a (Vaccinated) Senior Companion Caregiver and a CHHA provider. My approach is to care for each person with respect, kindness and understanding - everyone has a past, present and future. My goal is to provide comfort, safety, companionship, and good health for your loved one. I have worked with many...

Karen M. says "Dana has been assisting my mom since 2014 and is still employed with us as recently as 11/2020. We are so happy we found a caregiver that mom is...

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Berkeley Heights, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
Hi my name is Lily and I'm a college student at Salisbury University. I'm looking for a job where I can help and take care of somewhere. I want to build a relationship and not just work for you because it's my job. I'm very outgoing and can help with anything. I am also very organized and love to go out and hang out.
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Teacher/Caregiver For Children With Special Needs

Summit, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Katie. I'm a 30-year-old female living and working in Brooklyn. For the past year, I was working at an after-school arts program. Currently I tutor children with special needs in one-to-one settings while I am finishing my masters. I would like to be a teacher/caregiver since I enjoy working with children in a...
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Encourages Laughter

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
My motto is there is always something to smile and laugh about. I have worked with many types of people while working on an ambulance for the last 10 years. I have been trained in emergency medical situations and continue my education through courses yearly. I feel that working with people in any aspect comes down to one thing,...

Brigid F. says "Michelle is extremely reliable, friendly and honest! She would be an asset to any family, she's wonderful with children to the elderly, and everyone in...

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Passionate, Patient,will Go Above And Beyond !

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
When it comes to children I enjoy the fact that you have a chance to teach them and they teach you as well! Seeing the world through a child's eyes is an experience like no other. I am a student looking for work while in school studying to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Below are some of my strongest skills -Patient...

Kate B. says "Tai is a great nanny! She’s been with our now 2yr old since he was 6mo. She’s patient with him, takes him out for walks and library visits, and does a great...

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Attentive Loving And Joyful Caregiver

Union, NJ

4.8(1)
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$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi parents! I am an enthusiastic & attentive caretaker with 9 years of experience working with children ages 0-12, and people with special needs ages 5-22. I have experience in roles such as live-in nanny, substitute teacher, babysitter, daycare assistant, special needs aid, camp counselor, housekeeper and more. I have CPR and...

Care Member says "Malka took care of our baby boy during the day while we worked from home for 3 months, from the time he was 7 months old until 10 months old. She was...

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Basking Ridge, NJ

5.0(0)
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$23/hr
10 years experience
20 years experience in France and Switzerland in handicap facilities, nursing homes, home health care agencies...
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Patient And Caring With Good Communication Skills

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities and physically abused at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French nonprofit organization "L'École de clown" where I was...

Michelle M. says "Camelia was hired as a nanny to take care of my baby about one year of age for nine months. Camelia is very caring and have great interactions with my...

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Part Time Baby Sitting

Fords, NJ

4.4(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have 12 years experience babysitting. I have worked with special needs children for over 5 years. I am great with Small children and pre teens. I love the outdoors, great with baking and creative projects. I am Currently a licensed Insurance agent with The Hartford but I am looking to rejoin the Nanny force. I truly enjoyed my...

Courtney B. says "Robyn was punctual, respectful and very mature. She was caring towards my children and very sweet. "

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Child Care Provider

South Bound Brook, NJ

3.0(0)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience taking care of special needs individuals, children as well as some senior care over the last 20 years. I have experience taking of a special needs child with Downs syndrome for over a year and was a full time nanny for a toddler with special needs who was born 10 weeks premature and has hydrocephaly and...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.67/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Plainfield, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Rondene Y.

Rondene is a committed, kind, smart, fantastic woman. I worked with her while caring for my mother after a knee replacement that was more...

- Kris M.

Jasmine W.

My daughter takes a while to warm up to people usually. Especially if it’s clear they are new to mom and dad and she warmed up to Jasmine so...

- Care member

Dana R.

Dana has been assisting my mom since 2014 and is still employed with us as recently as 11/2020. We are so happy we found a caregiver that...

- Karen M.

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