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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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Caregiver

West Orange, NJ

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$18/hr
3 years experience
My son was diagnosed with autism so I understand everything every parent go through . I am ready to help and start as soon as possible
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Doctor Of Physical Therapy

West Orange, NJ

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$50/hr
2 years experience
7+ years of experience with developmental disabilities community. Contract as well with NJ DDD. I'm great at improving gait ( walking ability) and proper biomechanics(how the body moves). Doctor of Physical Therapy
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Esther At Your Services

West Orange, NJ

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello. My name is Esther and I can help you with activities of the daily living. I am certified and I have experience. Please consider interviewing me. Thank you.
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West Orange, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I would describe my personality as being patient compassionate and dependable. I like caring for seniors because I find it to be very fulfilling to offer support to individuals in need and my help also helps them to keep and to build relationships with their families. I am looking for job that has welcoming environment and not...
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West Orange, NJ

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$15/hr
My name Mikela. for special need kids you have to be patient with child special. you have speak slow and clear. do not do not yell at them. that is not good. I will very much love to do this I love kids. Thank you MA
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West Orange, NJ

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Amy, and caring for children has always been at the heart of who I am. I bring years of hands-on experience working with children of all ages- as a childcare assistant, youth counselor, swim instructor, behavior technician, paraprofessional and now as a dedicated caregiver. Whether it's helping little ones build...
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Child Care Worker

West Orange, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello, my name is Vanessa! I have 10 + years of babysitting experience. I am an excellent date night sitter, or a weekend sitter when you need to go out and run errands. I can assist cleaning, feeding, and homework assignments. I have experience with working with special needs children. I have a Bachelors Degree in Early...
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West Orange, NJ

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$27/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I've been caring for children since I was 19. As a CPR-trained teacher, I bring both structure and fun, balancing gentle guidance with patience and warmth. I have experience with toddlers and up , as well as children with special needs. I'm confident in everything from diaper changes and bedtime routines to homework help and...
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Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello My name is Olivia. 33-year-old new mom to a beautiful 1-year-old baby girl . Very reliable and willing to always help out where and when I can. Im available for transportation to and from school or after school activities. I have 4 years of experience with transport/ nanny services including working with a special needs...

Former Member A. says "Olivia is amazing, her energy and her aura was amazing to be around .definitely a keeper"

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Special Needs Childcare Provider, Coach And Educator

Montclair, NJ

3.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I am a special needs childcare provider with over 10 years of hands on experience working alongside parents, guardians, teachers and therapists to help enrich each of my client's lives. I have a bachelors degree in theatre arts. I specialize in emotional care, nurturing, and using arts and crafts, performing arts and the...
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Super Fun Sitter Ready To Make Your Day!

Caldwell, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I have 3+ years of child care experience. I am totally willing to help with errands and light housework. I have special needs care experience, including being a teacher's aide in a special needs classroom. Excited to hear from you! :)

Care Member says "Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!"

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+3000 Hours Of Childcare Reliable Driver Excellent Swimmer English, Spanish, Portuguese Speaker

Hillside, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
Hello families, I'm Tais and I'm 26yo, I'm a very polite person, and responsible. I love kids and I'm energetic to play with them. For me, patience is the key when you handle with kids, be kind and interactive too. Currently, I've been babysitting full time a 4yo boy and a newborn baby, I've been with the same family for 2 years...

Yaping W. says "Tais helped us for one weekend. She did a very good job to take care of my active 3-year-old girl. She is proficient in childcare and operated...

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Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
All children adore me I love to play all types of board games as well as any games the children love I have a diabetic nephew and along with 8 another nephews. I love going to the parks and arts and crafts as well. If anything needs to be done I'll be the first one to make sure it's done and done correctly. I have a 2020 jeep...

Donna C. says "Gianna is my daughter. Ever since she was little she adored children she always jumps into action when something is wrong or even when someone wants to...

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Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have over 20 years of experience working with typical, gifted, and special needs children in education. I also have experience in privatized babysitting. I am trained in ABA/VB and Orton-Gillingham. I am highly skilled at teaching academic, social, language, motor, and foundation skills. I address challenging behavior,...

Care Member says "Our son really loves Amanda. She is so thoughtful, patient and kind. We have had to call Amanda on short notice more than once now and she has always...

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Special Needs

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience working with people with dementia, diabetes, párkinson, back surgery, hight blood pressure, patient in hospice 95 years old, feeling, administering medications Assist my patients in the bathroom I take them to doctors appointments and I cook for them Encourage my patients to walk and continue practicing...
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Experienced Nanny Looking For Full-Time Job

North Arlington, NJ

5.0(1)
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$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi my name is Kimberly. I'm looking for a position where I can bring my 10-month-old son & 2. 5-year-old son as well. I really enjoy teaching & helping all children in their development. I have a true passion for what I do. Having another child with yours not only gives a playmate for social learning opportunities, it also...

Caroline B. says "Kim was our beloved nanny who made a big impact on our lives. She watched both our 3 year old daughter and 6 month old son. She's extremely interested...

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Part Time

North Arlington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
HI , my name is Adriana. I'm 56 years old . I have my certificate for Homemaker , CNA . In the last 4 years, I have taken care of eldery with special needs. I love taking care of seniors and providing all needs for families . I also clean and can prepare meals . I am CPR trained. I have my own car, reliable for doctors...

Nancy B. says "Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to...

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Newark, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello Parents! My name is Aileen and I'm a 27 years old college student. I have years of experience with infants and toddlers (including premature/ children with special needs) I love spending time outside, going on walks, zoo, museums, arts and crafts! I have references from my previous families and experience with first time...

Care Member says "Really pulled through for me at the last minute"

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Childcare Service

Montclair, NJ

3.7(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.78/hr as of February 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in West Orange, NJ

Special Needs Caregivers in West Orange, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 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.

Olivia M.

Olivia is amazing, her energy and her aura was amazing to be around .definitely a keeper

- Former Member A.

Tara P.

Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!

- Care member

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