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Barbara B.

Experienced Sitter Available

Princeton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have a CNA license and experience caring for large families, twins, and children with special needs. I am the eldest of seven and started babysitting for my younger siblings, three of whom are low-functioning autistic and two of whom are twins. Outside of my family, I have cared for children ranging from 4 months to 18 years...

Sarah S. says "Barbara has been helping my family for the last few months and has been amazing. My kids are a handful and very picky but they love Barbara she is very...

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Available For Part/full Time Work, Including But Not Limited To Companionship, Household Duties, Per

Princeton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
respite care
personal care
home modification
dementia
Reliable private duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations, while not being an alarmist. Within the last eight years , I've cared for those with MS, Dementia, Parkinson's and a variety of age related illnesses. I am Adept at meal preparation , assisting in the maintenance of a...

Staci S. says "Really good person who cares. Simply perfect with my dad who has Alzheimer's. Wish I could clone her"

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New Grad Nurse/CNA/DDAIDE

Princeton, NJ

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$21/hr
4 years experience
Certified and licensed in the state of Illinois, I've worked extensively with children and adults with developmental disabilities, offering support that is compassionate, individualized, and empowering. I'm currently in the Princeton area preparing for my NCLEX after recently graduating from nursing school, and while I have a...
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Loving Care Giver!

Princeton, NJ

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Abby. I have lots of experience with people with disabilities of all ages. I taught swim lessons and was a teachers assistant for the special education classroom at Hopewell. I also worked with the speech therapist as an assistant.
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Princeton, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I have extensive experience caring for large families, twins, and children with special needs. I am the eldest of seven children and started babysitting for my younger siblings, three of whom are low-functioning autistic, seven years ago. Outside of my family, I have cared for children ranging from 4 months to 14 years of age as...
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Part-Time, On Call

Princeton, NJ

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've been working with adults and children with special needs for a 10+ years now. I absolutely love making a difference in people's lives. I worked with individuals diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida as well as a range of autistic disorders. This has always been my passion. I have a BA in Psychology and I'm certified...
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Child Care

Princeton, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello, My name is Sarah, I'm 21 years old, I'm a very responsible, loving, playful, and caring individual. I have 1 older brother, 1 younger sister and 2 little brothers. My younger brother is only 3 years old. I volunteer to help my mom with the kids all the time. I have been babysitting since when I was 16. I'm very passionate...
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Princeton, NJ

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Hello! I'm a patient, dependable, and caring caregiver with experience supporting individuals with special needs. I understand that every person has unique abilities, challenges, and routines, and I take pride in providing personalized care that helps them feel safe, respected, and supported. I have hands-on experience with...
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Princeton, NJ

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Hi there! I'm a licensed medical Speech-Language Pathologist with experience supporting individuals of all ages, including children, teens, and adults with a wide range of needs. I've worked with people with autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, and other developmental and communication differences, both in clinical settings and in the...
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Princeton, NJ

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$20/hr
9 years experience
I'm compassionate , loving, caring, empathetic, hardworking, reliable and competent individual. Assisting my individuals to come confidently and independently and life to their live to the fullest .
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From Precious Newborns To Energetic Teens, To Those Energized Or With Special Needs, Nae Nae's Here!

Princeton, NJ

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Thelma. Though I go by my middle name La'nae, the kiddos call me NaeNae! I'm a compassionate, energetic caregiver with 5+ years of experience supporting children, adults, and individuals with and without special needs. I bring a joyful, calm presence to every home, whether I'm planning toddler activities, assisting...
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Princeton, NJ

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Maren and I am a masters degree student at Princeton Theological Seminary. I have 7+ years of experience in childcare and PCA work. I currently work as a behavioral therapist for kids with special needs. I am looking for day time hours that are consistent since I have classes during the afternoons. I love to...
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Princeton, NJ

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$29/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
respite care
meal prep
home modification
errands
Making a real difference in someone's life is what drives me. I'm passionate about supporting adults' and seniors' well-being and independence, and providing families with a reliable care option. I've been a compassionate and empathetic caregiver to my grandmas when I saw the challenges my family dealt with when it came to...
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My 14 years of teaching experience, I have cared and compassionately is dedicated to children with learning disabilities. I understand their way of thinking and the world they are interested. I have a child of my own who struggled with social and organizational skills and I am proud to say his positive environment lands him to...
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Princeton Junction, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have 2 years experience working with special needs children and 1 year working with neurotypical children as well.

Lorgia G. says "We have worked with Sarah for a year. She is an incredible human, reliable, kind, and trustworthy. My kid loves her and so do we."

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Special Needs/ Senior Care Services.

Pennington, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Working with elderly and children has been my passion for two decades now. I consider myslef as a caring, loving, reliable and honest person . I am a CNA and CHHA . I've been caring for patients with different health conditions (cancer, diabetics, Alzheimer's, Parkinson , dementia, MS, mood disorders etc. I have acquired the...

Lucille B. says "Claudia worked for my husband and I for over two years , coming to our house three times per week to help with medication, bathing and taking my husband...

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Child Care Provider

Hillsborough, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have cared for children from infants to 11 years old. I was a family babysitter for a 6-year-old and 10-year-old twins. I then worked in various early childhood settings, enjoying preschool and pre-k, while working with families of special needs children after school.

Stacey And Joe B. says "wonderful and great with our son"

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Babysitter - Nanny - Senior Care

Hillsborough, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
I am honest, responsible, with ethics and very high moral values. I am good at caring for children, adults, or people with special needs. I am very affectionate and responsible with the children and responsible with their care. I like playing with them, reading, doing fun things. I like pets and nature. I would love to be able...

Elizabeth T. says "Magnolia is an incredibly loving and creative care giver. She always has ideas for kids activities and will take your little one outside! If you have a...

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Caregiver

Hopewell, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Max and I have been fortunate to work along side individuals and their families who are seeking treatment with special needs, mental illness's, addictions, etc. Most of my experience has primarily been with kids, teens, and young adults (mostly all male)! I received my bachelors degree in Social Work from...

Bournelyf C. says "Max worked as a lifeguard at B. Special Camp for several summers. Although his main responsibilities related to the pool and the safety of the campers...

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Part-time Caregiver Available

Princeton Junction, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have approximately four years of experience working with persons with developmental disabilities and dual-diagnoses. I've worked two settings. AFC homes and in-home CLS and Respite care. I absolutely love working with this population. I love that I can learn so many things from these individuals like compassion, understanding,...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.07/hr as of December 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Princeton, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Barbara B.

Barbara has been helping my family for the last few months and has been amazing. My kids are a handful and very picky but they love Barbara...

- Sarah S.

Pamela K.

Really good person who cares. Simply perfect with my dad who has Alzheimer's. Wish I could clone her

- Staci S.

Sarah O.

We have worked with Sarah for a year. She is an incredible human, reliable, kind, and trustworthy. My kid loves her and so do we.

- Lorgia G.

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