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Special needs caregivers in Atlantic Highlands, NJ

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Carlie F.


Atlantic Highlands, NJ

$20-40/hr3 yrs exp

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I was formerly employed at Brain Balance, a holistic approach to developmental delays where I have experience working one on one with children who have ASD, cerebal palsy, ADHD, ODD, etc. I pride myself in keeping an energetic and fun attitude and always pointing out the positives in each kid. I truly love spending time with...
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Terriann M.


Atlantic Highlands, NJ

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time After School Caregiver

Hello! My name is Terri-Ann. I am an Early Intervention Therapist and have worked with children professionally from toddler through High School in settings as broad as babysitting in the home, therapeutic intervention practitioner, public school educator, Sunday School teacher or Mad Scientist! I am safety conscious,...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Amanda B.


Hazlet, NJ

$20/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have continued to do so throughout the years. I have watched many different children of all ages, ranging from infancy to teenage years, and some with special needs. The most I have watched at a time is 6 kids. I am also a teacher and love nothing more than working with...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Susan M.


Keyport, NJ

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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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Renee D.


Red Bank, NJ

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Patient Holistic Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Renee and I am a holistic caregiver, specializing in assisting family members with behavioral, psychiatric and developmental challenges. There is a lot of education and degrees alongside my 25 years of professional experience, but my best asset to your family really is my attitude. I bring a lot of positivity...
5.0
"Renee has been amazing. My kids adore her. She has been a life saver. She keeps the kids busy and engaged. Definitely recommend for any family."

Michael L.

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Gina D.


Eatontown, NJ

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 7+ years of experience working with individuals with various special needs ages ranging from birth to 12 years old. I have years of experience babysitting. I have received numerous valuable training from my previous employers, specially being a certified chef I can quickly adapt and learn new things.
Gina can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Gina is a responsible and caring babysitter. She watched my 2 year old daughter and 8 month old twin girls. She entertained them all and followed our night time routine and was able to put all the children to sleep without a problem! I felt extremely comfortable...

Paul S.

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Bette B.


Long Branch, NJ

$15/hr1 yrs exp

I am currently a part-time college student. During high school, I completed a Certified Nurses Aide program through vocational school. I am caring, nurturing, trustworthy and passionate about my work. I truly loved my time spent in nursing homes during my clinical training and really enjoy working with the elderly and disabled....
5.0
"Bette is a responsible, caring and friendly girl. She cares deeply and is very passionate about her health care career. She can easily put a smile on your face and brighten your day. She is honest and dependable. Need some company or help with your activities of...

Bari B.

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Nicole B.


Eatontown, NJ

$20-40/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver.

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of grown children. My career was not in childcare but I have had much experience working with children. Along with raising my three children and being very involved with all their activities I taught CCD (Sunday school) for 14 years. In doing so I had to go through all state mandated child abuse and safety courses....
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"I hired Nicole about a month ago after my babysitter of over a year needed to leave. My son is a strong-willed and very active two-year-old boy. I was concerned about how he would respond to someone new given that he had known his previous babysitter since he was...

Natalie W.

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Kelly O.


Eatontown, NJ

$30/hr5 yrs exp

EasterSeals APPROVED Caregiver (CNA, CHHA, RYT & Rated By Clients As 5 Stars)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am looking for a position where I can help lighten the load of the family with caring, compassionate aid, for themselves or their loved one. I am currently available to discuss openings in my schedule to provide care.
5.0
"Kelly is the BEST! We consider her part of our family! You don't have to worry about a thing when "Miss Kelly" is around. She's reliable, caring, great at her job, and very fun! She cares for our son like a second mother. P.S. Kelly loves animals too! "

Mary Beth S.

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Colleen S.


Keansburg, NJ

$50/hr10 yrs exp

DYSLEXIA THERAPIST

DYSLEXIA THERAPIST with over 25 years teaching. experience. I graduated from Texas Scottish Rite Hospital in Dallas, the top school in the country in the field of dyslexia. I am able to assess your child and individualize a program to greatly improve READING, SPELLING, and CURSIVE HANDWRITING. I also pride myself in making...
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Danielle D.


Long Branch, NJ

$12-35/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver, Nannny, Tutor

Hi! I am a local elementary education student at Monmouth University looking to aid in childcare. With these crazy times, a flexible and changing schedule is important, and with my classes online I am available any time of the day. Along with assisting in a preschool classroom for four years, I have also been a dange teacher for...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Patricia P.


Long Branch, NJ

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Nights And Weekends

Child Care Pet Care Companionship,lite House Keeping,food Prep Hi my name is Patty for short. I have been a certified home health aide for over 4 years with a company and privately. I have been employee of the month several times. I care for my clients as if they are my family. I also do hospice. I am a caring person that will...
Patricia can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Kind, gentle, compassionate and experienced caregiver ready to assist you and your loved one(s). My background as a caregiver is extensive. As an older sister in a family of eight, caring for young ones is something I grew up doing. As a young adult, I started working with children and adults with varied disabilities providing...
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Queen L.


Keansburg, NJ

$17-23/hr6 yrs exp

I have 6 years experience with child care , I've been nannying for 5 years with small & big families ages New born- teenager, I am reliable, I have experience with special needs as well, im trustworthy, dependable, patient and flexible when it comes to scheduling. -CPR Certified -Fully Vaccinated -Reliable Transportation...
Queen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
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Michelle L.


Hazlet, NJ

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Mom Of 2 Older Teens Looking To Love Your Little Ones

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have experience not only with my own 2 grown children, but with several different families that I have nannied for as well. I have been with my last family for a little over 3 years. I was with them since there youngest was 6 months old with special needs as a micro preemie. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am 53 yrs old,...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rachel S.


Middletown, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Over 10 Years Experience In The Field Of Working With Adults Who Have Developmental Disabilities.

I have 16 years of working experience working and helping adults who have various developmental disabilities. I've worked one on one, in group homes, and in day programs. I've worked with adults who were diagnosed with various developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, cognitive disabilities,...
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Ayana C.


Eatontown, NJ

$27-30/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there families! I am a 21-year-old energetic nanny that loves to care for all children. I am born and raised in New Jersey and I am a very dedicated and passionate person. My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs children. I have 2 years of daycare experience working with all ages. In...
Ayana can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Ayana is so great with my 2 year old son! She is very attentive and energetic, I'd definitely recommend her to anyone in need of help!"

Mayah I.

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Kevin H.


Oakhurst, NJ

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

Tourism Management

I am a young professional, recently graduated in Tourism, with experience in caring for people with special needs at a camp, where I learned to foster their independence and provide a safe, motivating environment. I speak three languages, enabling me to connect well with people from diverse cultures, and I excel in teamwork,...
Kevin can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care
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Queen L.


Keansburg, NJ

$17-23/hr4 yrs exp

I have 4 years experience with senior care/ special needs as well , I've been a companion/ caregiver for 4 years I am a certified HHA. I do PT also I always make sure my clients are comfortable I've had 2 cases on care. I worked for an agency for 2 years. I always make sure I'm on top of the medication. I'm available anytime at...
Queen can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, personal care, companionship, light cleaning & more
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Lynn E.


Middletown, NJ

$18-23/hr5 yrs exp

I have worked with people with special needs. My area of specialty is working with people who have cerebral palsy as I have taken care of a newborn who is now a teenager that I love that has cerebral palsy.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Renee D.

5.0

Renee has been amazing. My kids adore her. She has been a life saver. She keeps the kids busy and engaged. Definitely recommend for any family.

- Michael L.

Gina D.

5.0

We came all the way from Cali for a wedding, we needed a babysitter for the day. Gina was amazing and punctual the boys got along with her just great. I would definitely hire her again once I'm back in Jersey!

- Eric P.

Bette B.

5.0

Bette is a responsible, caring and friendly girl. She cares deeply and is very passionate about her health care career. She can easily put a smile on your face and brighten your day. She is honest and dependable. Need some company or help with your activities of daily living? She's your girl!

- Bari B.

Nicole B.

5.0

Nicole has been such a wonderful caregiver for our daughter who is 15 months old. We never had someone who wasn't family watch her so this was a new process for us, but instantly I knew Nicole would be an amazing fit for us. I feel completely at ease knowing my daughter is being taken care of so...

- Gabby G.

Kelly O.

5.0

Kelly has worked for about a year, for my disabled non verbal daughter who is twenty one years old. Kelly works about 3 to 4 hours a week, she is a kind personal care assistant whom provides walks out in the community, safety fall protection, library visits, transportation, grocery shopping,...

- Kathleen F.

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