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Kelly R.

South Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
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$49/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Nurturing young minds is my passion. With seven years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11, I bring patience, creativity, and thoughtful care to every interaction. My graduate degree complements my Early Childhood Education (ECE) and Early Child Development coursework, providing a strong foundation for fostering...

Care Member says "We are very lucky to have Kelly come to our son Lenny for fun activities, like drawing, play dough, dancing, reading, learning how to count, colours,...

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Kelly R.

Care Or Tutoring For Children Or Teens With Special Needs

South Amboy, NJ

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I live with 5 adults over the age of 18 with disabilities at The College of New Jersey. I help teach them independent living skills. I am also an academic, and job mentor for the students in my program on campus. I love taking care those people need special care. I have my masters in special education and I am very passionate...
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Erica V.

South Amboy, NJ

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I'm Erica and I've spent the last decade dedicated to the world of special needs care. To me, caregiving isn't just a job, it's about building a bridge of trust with both the child and their family. Whether we are working on motor skills through art or navigating a trip to the park, I bring a high level of energy, a 'can-do'...
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Jackie G.

South Amboy, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Growing up with an aunt who had Down Syndrome taught me to be the empathetic, patient adult I am today.
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Jeru D.

Experienced Preschool Teacher

South Amboy, NJ

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been volunteering at Daycare centers since I was a teenager. I have worked as a Behavioral Therapist with children with special needs and a preschool teacher for the past 12 years in Jersey and NYC. Aside from this I have my Associates in Early Childhood Care and Education and am in school currently for my Bachelors in...
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Theresa S.

Sayreville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As a dedicated mother of two and an early childhood educator with over 15 years of experience, I am passionate about fostering a loving, fun, and supportive environment where children thrive. I am CPR/AED/First Aid certified and offer professional nanny and tutoring services. My expertise includes fine and gross motor...

Brooke G. says "She is simply the best. I defy you to find someone who cares more about educating kids, or does it with more joy."

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Cheryl D.

Experienced Babysitter Available Last Minute 7 Days A Week

Keansburg, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I was a single mom. I raised my kids with little help. I love kids and love to hear them laugh and see them smile. I am great under pressure. I could be available last minute. I am background checked with Dcpp as a support. I would be available February 4th to start. My boss and my friend of many years is a foster dad I was his...

Danielle M. says "She's very nice and got along with my children. They loved her and I only interview her"

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Carla J.

A Special Educator With Experience With Children Of All Ages, Available Part Time Babysitter.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am currently an elementary Special Education teacher for the Department of Education under the Autism Spectrum program and I have been working with children for over 5 years. I have experience with children of all ages, both in general education and students with special needs. I have received my Master's in Special Education,...
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Lindsey C.

Passionate And Reliable Recent College Graduate

Hazlet, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
My name is Lindsey, I'm a 24-year-old graduate student. I completed my undergraduate degree in psychology and I'm currently in graduate school at Teachers College, Columbia University for my M. A. and E. d. M. in School Psychology. I have 6 years of experience in childcare and 8 years of experience working with kids. I was a...

Craig D. says "Lindsey taught fantastic swim lessons for us as well as supervised our pools and aquatic center! Always on time, ready to work, and professional! She comes...

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Nicole G.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Over the past 3 years, I have dedicated myself to being a full-time Board Certified Clinical Behavior Therapist. My approach involves utilizing a variety of natural reinforcers to encourage positive behaviors while reducing maladaptive ones. I am proud to have been recognized on multiple occasions by my agency for my diligent...

Frances J. says "hired Nic for the weekend since i had a date night with my husband, she clicked with the family fast and the kids always ask for her when they know they...

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Sopio D.

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
As a mother and teacher, I've always been drawn to nurturing young minds. Working in preschool, I saw firsthand how vital early childhood development is, and I'm eager to use my five years of experience and training to support families. I hold a graduate degree and certifications in Early Childhood Education (ECE) and Child...

Care Member says "Sophia was placed as a student teacher in my son ‘s class and I can t thank you enough for being so supportive. We just came to USA last year and my son...

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Barrie B.

Matawan, NJ

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
I have worked in a preschool caring for special needs children for 6 years. I also have experience with elementary school aged children. I was employed as a 7th grade teacher for 3 years prior to my recent move to NJ.. I am familiar with IEPs. I have 3 children

Arary And Lisa M. says "Our family had a unique need. We needed someone who was dependable, reliable and someone our daughter enjoyed spending time with on a daily basis....

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Maidie D.

Morganville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Maidie and I am a mother of 2 daughters, ages 32 and 35. I have been working as a paraprofessional since 2005 in a local school district with regular ed students as well as special needs children with all aspects of disabilities... ages 3 through 21. I have experience with childcare/nannying children from newborn...

Tina S. says "She is a lovely, caring, patient, family oriented person."

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Melissa C.

Part-Time Babysitter/Tutor Available!

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I am a 27-year-old middle school language arts teacher living in Woodbridge, NJ. I AM FULLY COVID-19 VACCINATED!! I have my bachelor's degree in English and my Master's in Teaching with certifications in k-6, special ed., and middle school (5-8) language arts. Personally, I have worked with children for as long as I can...

Ariya V. says "Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the...

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Eileen P.

Experienced Nanny

Clark, NJ

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have been working as a nanny for 15 years. For 4 years, I have worked for a great family in Metuchen with three children, two who have special needs. Also, I have experience in working with infants. I am CPR certified. I do potty training, pick up/drop/off school, homework help. I also do Children's laundry, cleanups, meals,...

Paul T. says "Eileen cared for our three toddlers for a year and was wonderful. She was dependable, always willing to be flexible when we needed extra help, and our 3...

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Kathleen K.

Special Needs Provider

Clark, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a college graduate and I have worked with a variety of children with special needs. I am honest and trustworthy. I love all kinds of children.
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Rebecca S.

Diligent College Grad With Experience With Special Needs

Hazlet, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
4 years experience
I am a certified Elementary teacher. I have taught PreK with 3 and 4-year-olds for three years, 3rd grade for 1 year, and 2nd grade for 1 year. I have experience working with children with special needs from all of those settings. I have also provided respite care for families with children with special needs who need consistent...
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Cathi A.

Parlin, NJ

4.5(1)
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$38/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have extensive experience in the child care field, providing a loving, caring, and nurturing environment for children of all ages, from infants through early teens. Adaptable to special needs children and their care. I'm also a pet lover.

Heidi C. says "As a single parent, I couldn't have raised such a great son without her. She was always there to support both my son and me. She has great values and I...

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Toniann P.

Old Bridge, NJ

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Toniann, but prefer to be called Toni! I've been actively babysitting since 15 years old and I am also a swim coach for special needs athletes. My most recent experience was as a Nanny for a now 1-year-old child. I began working with this family when she was about 6/7 months old doing everything from bottle feedings,...

Julie E. says "Toni has been a caring, dependable, kind, and lovely presence for my daughter since she started nannying for us when my daughter was about 8 mos old. My...

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Susan M.

Special Needs Experience

Keyport, NJ

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
In addition to my listed experience, I have also worked with children with special needs. I worked in residential care, and in the classroom at a school for children with special needs. My experiences include recreation assistant, life coach, and daily care assistance. I have also volunteered in leadership for Girl Scouts,...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $29.40/hr as of April 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in South Amboy, NJ

Special Needs Caregivers in South Amboy, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Kelly R.

We are very lucky to have Kelly come to our son Lenny for fun activities, like drawing, play dough, dancing, reading, learning how to count,...

- Care member

Theresa S.

She is simply the best. I defy you to find someone who cares more about educating kids, or does it with more joy.

- Brooke G.

Cheryl D.

She's very nice and got along with my children. They loved her and I only interview her

- Danielle M.

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