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Special needs child care in Union City, NJ
Johanna R.
Union City, NJ
$19-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a very responsible , caring and kind person. I am very organized and I love to help with special needs person and be part of a team in order to make everything work for the best of the family.
I like caring for people with special needs because I have a child with special needs as well and I know how hard it is to find childcare in an area where not everyone has the knowledge or the patience.
I'm looking for a job that makes me happy and helps me look at things differently.
I started caring for people with special...
Hello, I've been working for 23 years taking care of a person at home with a licensee certified.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Adept at communicating with children especially in cases where there are challenges (I have worked with non verbal children as well). I am very patient yet know the value and importance of boundaries with children. Above all I value the safety and nurturing of kids, but love to have fun and learn together.
Hannah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah cared for my son who has epilepsy and ASD. She was great with him! Highly recommend Hannah."
Susan N.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Anita and I'm excited to get to know you and your family! I'm a retired first responder looking to fill my schedule purposefully. I know just how busy life can get so if I can help a family by lending my time to care for their children as well as they would, I'd love the opportunity!
My 11 years as a mother of 4...
Anita can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anita was our first attempt at a date night sitter for our 1yr old. And, it could not have been a better experience. Starting from our first phone call, Anita was warm, responsive, obviously very experienced, and put this very anxious mama at ease. Upon arrival,...
Dana L.
Cassie D.
Woodside, NY
$15-22/hr • 9 yrs exp
Part Or Full Time Sitter/Nanny With Special Needs Experience!!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
In my years of care giving, I have watched children ranging in newborns to tweens. I have 9 yrs of personal experience and 7 of care giver experience with children with special needs. I am ready and available to pick up/drop off your little ones to and from all activities. I am a firm believer that the arts help stimulate very...
Cassie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Super cheerful and sweet with the kids. My kids loved her, which was quite nice for me (no anxiety leaving them with her!). She handled my children's food allergies with precision, and was able to manage all 3 kids ages 5 and under. She followed our instructions,...
Lauren E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had extensive experience working with children with mental and physical challenges. I am certified in First Aid and CPR. I have a New York State background check. I love to work with children because they teach us more about ourselves than anyone ever will.
Eliza O.
Brooklyn, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Kind, Patient & Fun [Early Childhood & Special Needs]
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a background in early childhood development and education, with 10+ years of childcare experience. My Bachelor's degree is in Developmental Forensic Psychology. I am passionate about children and believe in age-appropriate positive reinforcement and interactive play. I am kind and easygoing, with a calm upbeat attitude. I...
Eliza can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our son LOVED Eliza - she was engaging and was able to read our son's mood, and direct activities accordingly. She was patient, and according to our son VERY fun to play with. She also asked great questions before beginning work, and used that background...
Michael D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 50-year-old immigrant from Argentina, a musician by trade. I have been naturalized in the US since 2003. I have been married for 23 years and have two teenage sons. I have been a stay-at-home dad, caring for my children for over a decade. I am currently finishing my graduate studies and training as a mental health...
5.0
"Leandro worked for my 51 year old son as personal assistant and caregiver for 3 months, He was kind, attentive and dependable. Leandro was always ready to assist my son and our family in anyway we requested. He also assisted my son in performing his physical...
Robert P.
Melissa H.
New York, NY
$100/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I have been working with children and young adults with Special Needs for over 10 years now, teaching for over 20. As former teaching fellow for students with special needs, certification in working with students with Autism, training in Orton Gillingham, and teaching at the Quad Preparatory School, I am uniquely qualified...
5.0
"Melissa worked with our son with special needs for several years when he was in upper school. She was more than just an excellent math and humanities tutor. She is compassionate, level headed and helped our son feel confident with his abilities and gain...
Barry K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Julian. I have a great deal of experience working with those with special needs. Currently I am in the process of getting my masters in neuroscience and education from Columbia University, however my work at the moment is remote for the time being so I am here in Syracuse. I have twin little brothers with...
5.0
"My family hired Julian to hang out with my 12-year-old daughter who is on the autism spectrum. From the moment he arrived and immediately made a connection with her I knew we made an excellent choice. As a parent who is naturally wary about who we hired, I would...
Elizabeth B.
Olivia G.
New York, NY
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 24 years old and I just graduated with my Masters in psychology! I'm vaccinated and very Covid-cautious. I am an energetic and loving caregiver who has worked with kids with ages ranging from 2 months to 16 years old. A major reason I've loved caring for children is being able to incorporate concepts and strategies I've...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for the following special needs categories: Down syndrome, Type 1 Diabetes and Autism Spectrum - PDDNOS, Intellectually Disabled.
Anny G.
Bayonne, NJ
$35-55/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Being part of a child's education helps me unlearn in order to continue learning. Redering more than 10 years of experience, Tutoring / coaching skills and credentials and experience in Early Childhood Education, Rational-Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Chemical Dependency Counselor and RE & CBT Strategies needed to...
5.0
"Anny is a very smart , caring , loving person ! She enjoys working with children of all ages . Anny is punctual and a very responsible person . You will love her as a caregiver !"
Geraldyn F.
Jubilee R.
Bloomfield, NJ
$21/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi everyone! My name is Jubilee a rising senior at Rutgers University Newark. I have three years of experience taking care of my cousin. He is a high functioning high school boy on the Autism spectrum. In regards to asthma, allergies and other delays I deal with them on a daily basis. I am an energetic, kind, adaptable, always...
5.0
"Jubilee is a pleasure to work with. She's caring, personable, respectful and good with our 22 year old special needs son. He really enjoys spending time with her.
She is also reliable and helpful. We appreciate having her help us with our son and also with some...
Debra M.
Valerie C.
Belleville, NJ
$15-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Valerie. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I have many years experience with children of all ages. I am a certified K-8 teacher also certified in special education. I have a masters in education, teaching for 14 years. For the last five years I have worked in the school as a crisis counselor,...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a severely disabled brother who has cerebral palsy and epilepsy who is tube fed and uses assistive technology to communicate giving me familiarity with assistive technology, physical and medical needs.
I volunteered for sibshops assisting in recreational therapy for the siblings of children with special needs
I babysat...
5.0
"Melissa was very thoughtful with care of our children. She met each one of their needs and remembered details about each ones’ special circumstances. She was diligent and creative with our children. She found ways to connect with each of them. Her ABA experience...
Care member
5.0
(4)
I am very patient with special needs individuals. I take into consideration their disability. I have been working with children who are Autistic for over 8 years. It gives me great joy just to see a smile on their faces; especially after they have accomplished a task. I use educational techniques to improve language, cognition,...
5.0
"Caring and a very great listener."
EllenRuby S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
5.0
"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 wish her graduate school schedule this semester allowed for her to continue with us. I strongly recommend...
Star K.
5.0
(1)
I have experience working with kids with Autism and mental illness. I am comfortable with low functioning-high functioning.
5.0
"Brittany has been caring for our 2 boys for some time now and she has always been tremendously responsible, and our boys have always seemed to enjoy the time spent with her! Brittany does not simply sit and watch television, ignoring our children but always...
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Recent special needs child care reviews in Union City, NJ
Hannah F.
5.0
Hannah cared for my son who has epilepsy and ASD. She was great with him! Highly recommend Hannah.
- Susan N.
Anita D.
5.0
Anita was our first attempt at a date night sitter for our 1yr old. And, it could not have been a better experience. Starting from our first phone call, Anita was warm, responsive, obviously very experienced, and put this very anxious mama at ease. Upon arrival, Anita immediately connected with our...
- Dana L.
Cassie D.
5.0
Super cheerful and sweet with the kids. My kids loved her, which was quite nice for me (no anxiety leaving them with her!). She handled my children's food allergies with precision, and was able to manage all 3 kids ages 5 and under. She followed our instructions, and they all seemed to have a good...
- Lauren E.
Eliza O.
5.0
Eliza is friendly and energetic. Our daughter can be a bit picky with babysitters, and she has had a great time with Eliza, whether it was help during the day or babysitting in the evening.
- Elizabeth S.
Leandro M.
5.0
Leandro worked for my 51 year old son as personal assistant and caregiver for 3 months, He was kind, attentive and dependable. Leandro was always ready to assist my son and our family in anyway we requested. He also assisted my son in performing his physical therapy and occupational therapy daily...
- Robert P.