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Chelcie S.

Wayne, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Hi, my name is Chelcie and I am looking for some part time babysitting. I am currently a teacher and certified in k-6 elementary and k-12 special education. I am also RBT and ABA certified. I have worked for the past 7 years in a special education Autism ABA classroom. I have experience with all ages and have worked with...
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From A Caterpillar To A Butterfly

Wayne, NJ

4.3(1)
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$25/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Fantasia. I'm a full time (online) student majoring in Child Development and Education/Psychiatric Nursing. I was raised with 4 other children whom I basically raised due to my legal guardian working full time. I love children of all ages and forms. I've worked with children with autism and down syndrome as well. I am...

Edna C. says "Most favorite human ever. She worked with me back in 2010-2013 as a live in nanny for my twins. Unfortunately I moved to Texas for a job offering and we had...

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Fair Lawn, NJ

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Knowledgeable Lead Teacher with strong leadership background, excellent program management expertise and devotion to meeting learning needs of each student. Well-organized in planning lessons and activities to diversify instruction and engage students. I have been working as a Lead Teacher at Cadence Academy Preschool since...
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Garfield, NJ

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$17/hr
5 years experience
My Name is Sandra, In the past I worked with special needs teens, toddlers ( spine bifida, down syndrome, autism, behavior disorder ) I have experience to work with them so that they are within their limitations as independent as possible.
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Care Giver, Job Coach, Life Skills/assisted Living Coach

Montville, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Mildred and I am interested in working as a life skills/job coach. I have extensive experience working with developmentally disabled clients whose diagnoses included Down's Syndrome, Autism, Asperger's, etc. The capacities in which I have assisted this population include: providing guidance and training to...
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Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver Available

Wallington, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have worked with children with special needs for about 6 years. I have experience feeding, bathing, clothing, teaching, and working closely with children and young adults with various exceptionalities. I am in school to be a special educator and have knowledge on the characteristics of students and children with...
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DSP/Group Home Manager

Paramus, NJ

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$21/hr
Hello my name is sarena L. I have been working with mentally disabled adults for over 10 years. I have worked with children and adults with all different kinds of cognitive disabilities such as down syndrome, autism, diabetes, epilepsy, and mental health patients. And very compassionate and caring and understanding and have much...
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Pompton Plains, NJ

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$27/hr
6 years experience
Hi I'm Mary a mother of two. Over eight years, I've tutored hundreds of kids, from elementary to high school, across math, science, English, history; you name it. Love making lessons fun with games and stories; kids light up when concepts click. Tailored approaches for ABA; dyslexia or ADHD, using visuals and hands-on stuff like...
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Pompton Plains, NJ

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Hi I'm Mary, a dedicated special needs caretaker with over 10 years supporting youth through adults with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, and complex medical needs. With a Bachelor's in Fine Arts, I weave creative, sensory-rich art into care to boost expression, ease anxiety, spark joy, and...
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Special Needs Caretaker

Hawthorne, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have over 20 years of experience working with people of all ages who have been diagnosed with special needs. From the age of 9 years old, I helped my single mother raise my 2-year-old brother who was diagnosed with autism. We struggled as a family, as there was little to no resources available regarding the autism spectrum...
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I Am A Special Needs Sibling And Caregiver

Fairfield, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am the energetic mother of 4 grown children and was a caregiver for over 25 years to my brother, who I grew up with, and had Downs Syndrome. He came to live with me shortly after I married and he was an integral part of my family. I was fully responsible for every area of his life and daily care. I implemented all of his...
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Caregiver/tutor

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a sister with Down Syndrome and have been involved in the special needs community my whole life. I was the president of the Best Buddies chapter at Simsbury high school where I interacted and facilitated activities for people with all different types of developmental and intellectual disabilities. In addition, I have been...

Star K. says "I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived with a smile. I...

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Outgoing Special Education Major

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
As I am a Special Education Major at Chapman University, I am extremely passionate about caring for those with special need. I have extensive experience in the classroom setting and adequate experience in a household setting. I have a young cousin with Downs Syndrome and a close friend with an Autistic child. For as long as I...

Sarupa W. says "Sara is amazing...compassionate, genuine, dependable and responsible and a delight to have around. She took care of my six year old son and nine year old...

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I Have Tons Of Experiences

New Milford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
For the past 10 years I have served as a baby sitter working with children ages, two weeks to 15 years old including children with down syndrome, autism, bi-polar, and mild special needs cases. Since 2005, I have been employed by the Montclair Board of Education as a teacher assistant working with children pre-K- grade5. In...

Camille M. says "Jenine is a lovely woman! My daughter had such a wonderful time with Jenine, she's still talking about it!!!"

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VERY RELIABLE CARE GIVER

New City, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Graduate Student Looking For Occasional Babysitting Jobs

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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Hello! My name is Beatriz and I'm 24 years old. I am a first-year Physician Assistant student at Pace University. I'm a super big sister and auntie! I have extensive experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs, such as autism and Down Syndrome. Additionally, in high school I babysat for a variety...

Lauren R. says "I wish there were 10 stars! I cannot speak highly enough about Beatriz. When I tell my boys, 3 & 5, Beatriz is coming to babysit they literally watch the...

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New York, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have had the pleasure of working with many children of all ages. Specifically, I have experience working in schools, clinics, and as a personal care assistant for children with special needs. Diagnoses ranged from Prader-Willi Syndrome, ASD, ADHD, Down Syndrome, CP, varying developmental disabilities, and more. I have a...
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After School Care Available

Kearny, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I've been working with individuals with special needs for 10 years. I have worked in group homes and day programs for adults with various cognitive disabilities. I most recently worked in a school for communication and intellectual disabilities, where I taught children of various ages with various diagnoses, such as hearing...
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Special Needs Provider

New York, NY

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$15/hr
7 years experience
I have a brother with Down's Syndrome so I am very comfortable working with children who have disabilities. I myself have ADD and dyslexia and struggled with other learning challenges as a child. I have a passion and love working with special needs children.
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K-8 Certified Teacher With Psychology Background

New York, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I am a certified K-8 teacher, with a Master's in Elementary Education and a Bachelor's in psychology. I currently teach elementary reading in Chattanooga and am looking for a nannying job during the summer months while school is out. I have experience teaching, tutoring, coaching, and babysitting children between the ages of...
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  • 60 Down syndrome care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated Down syndrome care is 4.0

Recent Down syndrome care reviews from local parents in Wayne, NJ

Down Syndrome Care in Wayne, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed Down syndrome care

Fantasia R.

Most favorite human ever. She worked with me back in 2010-2013 as a live in nanny for my twins. Unfortunately I moved to Texas for a job...

- Edna C.

Claire A.

I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived...

- Star K.

Sara F.

Sara is amazing...compassionate, genuine, dependable and responsible and a delight to have around. She took care of my six year old son and...

- Sarupa W.

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