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Mitchna J.

Experienced Babysitter - Available Full Time

West Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I'm a professional nanny with over nine years of experience supporting children through calm, structured, and developmentally informed care. I hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) and bring a strong understanding of early childhood development across different ages and stages. I value consistency, clear expectations, and...

Joy W. says "Mimi took care of my infant daughter for a few months. She was responsible, caring, and followed the schedule I gave her. Highly recommend her!"

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Looking For A Full Time Job

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Natalia, 28. My past experiences included being an Au pair, where I stayed two years in the same family and was responsible for 4 kids, being age 5 months, 3, 5, 7 y. o. I have worked for other families caring for kids new born to age 12 y. o My full time job now is one kid I have been with her for 2 years. Kumon...

Care Member says "Nat does weekend/date night sitting for us and she is wonderful. She is able to wrangle our two busy toddlers like a pro, while still being caring,...

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Childcare Service

Montclair, NJ

3.7(1)
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$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I began to babysit kids around the age of 12. During my child-care career, I have worked in schools, summer camps, and nanny agencies. While working in child care, I have been approached with different situations. Such as working overnight, assisting at birthday parties, working with special needs children, and many more....

Keshia C. says "Janiya is the best of the best. She was punctual and loads of fun, my kids took to her immediately. She was kind a very patient with then even taught them...

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Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Experienced Nanny Seeking Part-Time Position Hello! I am an experienced and dedicated nanny looking for a part-time position, ideally between 5-15 hours per week. Morning only and within 5 miles of Cranford. I bring over 10 years of full-time nanny experience and have worked with children ranging from 2 months to 16 years old....

Rebecca G. says "Theo is patient and kind and genuinely loves working with babies and children. She is communicative and always accessible and very dependable. She is...

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Happy Helper

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi everyone, my name is Alissa! I am attending graduate school for speech language pathology and I plan to work in pediatrics. I have 6 years of babysitting children with special needs, children going through a difficult time in their lives and those with speech delays. I have babysay ages 3 to 11 and I truly believe that being...

Jonaliza C. says "Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly anticipates...

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A Special Need /Care Giver Assistant, And A CHHA...

Newark, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Karema, I'm 42 years old. I have over 10 years of experiences doing companion/care-giving and assisting with special need cases. I cared for family, and non -family members who has special needs requirements. My daughter is 10, and she has ADHD, and a learning disability, In addition to that I'm also CPR/BLS...
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Irvington, NJ

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a nurturing and dedicated nanny with over 9 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I've worked with many families over the years, including those with children who have special needs. I'm known for being patient, reliable, and truly passionate about supporting each child's unique personality and growth. If...
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Newark, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Débora. I'm an experienced and caring nanny who is reliable, patient, and detail-oriented. I studied Psychology, which helps me better understand children's development and emotional needs. I have experience working with infants, toddlers, and young children, including hands-on experience in a daycare setting and...
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Professional In-home Childcare

Newark, NJ

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi! My name is Katherine, I'm been an Licensed Practical Nurse for over a year. I care about kids because I am a mom as well and would care your child as one of mine. I'm a responsible, caring, and patient with a passion for working with children. I have experience caring for kids with special needs of different ages and enjoy...
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East Orange, NJ

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$19/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a behavior technician with 5 years experience with kids who have special needs as well as 2 years experience in a daycare/ classroom setting.
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Rahway, NJ

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Monica! I have 5+ years of experience with children of all ages. I have a big family so I've been babysitting since I was about 13 years old. Outside of family, I started babysitting for pay when I was in high school, mostly summertime. I have a little experience with children who have special needs. My responsibilities...
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Rahway, NJ

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a seasoned childcare provider with eight years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My creative and friendly nature allows me to connect with children effortlessly. I believe in open communication with parents, and I'm comfortable enforcing household rules to ensure a safe and...
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Certified Childcare Provider

East Orange, NJ

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$27/hr
3 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
I genuinely enjoy working with kids because I love being part of their growth-whether it's helping with homework, encouraging outdoor play, or simply listening to their stories. Every child has a unique personality, and I find joy in creating safe, engaging environments where they feel supported and free to learn. I'm looking...
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Linden, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Brings 1. 5 years of experience as a respite care worker for a pre-teen with special needs (quadriplegic spastic cerebral palsy)--experience assisting with personal hygiene, meal preparation, mobility support, social participation, and engagement with arts & crafts. I have my own car for...
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Linden, NJ

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$27/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia! I am a 20-year-old sophomore in college studying education! I have been nannying and babysitting for the last 4 years! I have worked with children from ages 2 months old to 15/16-year-olds! I have experience with children with special needs as well! I have experience in light housekeeping, driving...
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Cranford, NJ

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Adriana, I'm 45 years old and originally from Brazil. I've been in the U. S. for about 5 years and have many years of experience caring for children of all ages, including my own three kids (now 27, 21, and 16). I worked with one family for 3 years, caring for their baby girl from birth until she started...
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Passionate About Older Adult Community/memory Care

New Providence, NJ

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Personal care
hospice services
dementia
I have 3 years of experience with home care (specifically with older adults with dementia). I am an occupational therapist and currently work in a nursing home as well as a school for kids with special needs. I have experience working with people with different types of dementia, MS, autism, etc. I love incorporating music into...
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Iselin, NJ

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Worked with special needs and Ill children I nanny 3 kids right now and how always taken care of young children.
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Elizabeth, NJ

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$29/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
For over 14 years, I have wholeheartedly dedicated myself to nurturing children's growth and development. My passion stems from wonderful past babysitting experiences and a deep desire to positively impact young lives. I am patient, creative, and approachable, and I enjoy playing outdoor games, board games, and educational...
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Part Time Baby Sitter

Union, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
Hi my name is Gina and I am 28 years old. I am a bilingual school counselor . I work for Franklin township . I also worked at Primrose school of Berkeley heights for over a year as a teacher for early pre-school. I also have experience with special needs kids for over a year ! I would describe myself as responsible, hardworking,...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $37.00/hr as of May 2026

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

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

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

Mitchna J.

Mimi took care of my infant daughter for a few months. She was responsible, caring, and followed the schedule I gave her. Highly recommend...

- Joy W.

Natalia L.

Nat does weekend/date night sitting for us and she is wonderful. She is able to wrangle our two busy toddlers like a pro, while still being...

- Care member

Janyia M.

Janiya is the best of the best. She was punctual and loads of fun, my kids took to her immediately. She was kind a very patient with then...

- Keshia C.

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