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Special needs caregivers in Bradley Beach, NJ

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Michaela C.


Bradley Beach, NJ

$10-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Techer

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I have been a special education teacher for 8 years. I currently teach a class with autism. My background includes implementing feeding therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy and physical therapy. I love kids and have been working with kids since 12 years old who range from 3 months-12 years.
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Cyndal S.


Bradley Beach, NJ

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Cyndal Sturgill

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have my degree in special ed and I have worked with an array of disabilities in a few classrooms. I also worked with a special needs child who was developmentally delayed and had a few sensory issues. I worked with her therapists to enhance her learning each day.
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Sonja M.


Asbury Park, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Certified Nursing Assistant, Available For Employment

4.9

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I am a Healthcare professional who has experience in assisting client with their ADL's and any assistance needed to make sure their quality of life is fulfilled. I have over 25 years of experience and care of elderly clients, special needs clients, and children of all shapes, forms, I am equipped to handle any situation put in...
Sonja can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, respite care, dementia, personal care, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Sonja came to support us at a critical time, my sister was put on hospice. She was became part of the family immediately. She knew how to navigate the healthcare system in the hospital and assisted living. She took a great burden from our family while we went...

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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & 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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Shawn P.


Brick, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom And Mimi Of Mentally Ill Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I Have 5 children 37-20 and 6 grands- I have 3 children and 2 grands with severe anxiety, Asperger's, ADHD, Bipolar, BPD, perceptual impairment and CBD. I care for 2 other children who are severely Autistic and I love working with these special angels. I direct, guide and show positive reinforcement and also have immense...
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Florencia G.


Belmar, NJ

$25-39/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver With Flexible Schedule

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Florencia, I am a very energetic, responsible, fun, and caring nanny in my late 40's, with over 20 years of experience. My daughter and I relocated to NJ, and I am looking for long term Employment. Previously I lived in Manchester Vermont, and and worked with all different families. I have worked with children of...
Florencia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

3.0
"Very sweet,but sorta flaky actually."

Mindy P.

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Mackenzie H.


Colts Neck, NJ

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 6 years of experience caring for multiple families' children of all ages. I can help with any duties around the house, schoolwork, pets, and am comfortable with any age child. I also have experience with special needs. I have a car and am able to help with driving or picking up. I am comfortable with cooking and cleaning....
Mackenzie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Great communication and very nurturing and kind with the kids."

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Maureen B.


Spring Lake, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of three children ages 21, 17, and 15. I have taught children how to swim for 31 years. I also have experience with children who have special needs including Down syndrome and autism. I love working with children. I understand the importance of keeping them on schedules with sleep, studies, and playtime. I have...
Maureen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maureen did it all for us! We hired her as a housekeeper and she was willing and able to take on more responsibilities. Her roll has included housekeeping, child care, nanny, babysitting, dog walker and dog sitting."

Sarah Marie M.

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Nicole G.


Asbury Park, NJ

$17-30/hr9 yrs exp

Part And Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

9 years of babysitting experience with children of all ages. Previously was a toddler/preschool teacher for over a year and almost completely my CDA. I Have worked with special needs children, maintain a clean household, cook, take kids to and from activities. Currently in college for Early childhood education online so I can...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nicole took care of my two children 5 year old boy and 2 year old girl. She is very reliable and always showed up on time. She picked up my son from school and camp, helped with homework, took the kids to the park, gave them baths and always kept the house in...

Janet S.

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Shanice C.


Brick, NJ

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I worked in a group home for going on 5 years now with 3 older ladies and 5 guys with special needs , everyday I prepared them dinner give them showers snacks and meds I am BLS certified and Med certified and love doing what I do ... I also work in hospital in operating room where helping people means everything to me
5.0
"We were fortunate to hire Shanice at a very stressful and critical time. Our non-verbal daughter who has autism and epilepsy has been in a skilled nursing facility rehabilitating from a debilitating month-long hospital stay. Although Shanice is young, her several...

Johanna P.

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Shawn P.


Brick, NJ

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have taken care of several wonderful people who were either in need of care or were under in home hospice care. I love caring for people in need no matter what the circumstances. I also an do a lot of hospice work-the greatest honor to do for anyone. I've cared for people with cancer, Parkinson's, Dementia, Alzheimer's, CHF,...
Shawn can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
5.0
"Shawn has been a caregiver for my wife for a few weeks . She is very thorough and professional with all of my wife's needs along with that she is a very caring individual. Also she does all the little extra things. I would highly recommend Shawn she is a...

Daniel C.

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Princess W.


Asbury Park, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Kids Love Me

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Princess I've been a nanny/babysitter since college. I have worked with children of all ages from new born until the age of 16. I aslo have experience working with multiple children at the same time with different age ranges. I have also worked with children who have special needs and difficulties such as ADHD, asthma,...
Princess can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Princess has been such a reliable, down to earth person. She is definitely my go to when in need of services. She's great with my children and grandparents! I would recommend her."

Carmelmen D.

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Kristen W.


Asbury Park, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kristen and I am a fun, easy going, and loving caregiver. I have been caring for children for what seems like my whole life! My experience ranges broadly from working with adults/children with special needs to infants starting at age 3 mo. Most people would describe me as an old soul and a great listener....
Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kristen provided backup care for my 3 month old son when my regular sitter was out of town. She was awesome. I work from home and all I heard was my baby happily cooing away at her all day. Also, when he napped she got him to sleep in his crib which is really hard...

Sharon L.

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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
"In one word Kelly is awesome. So glad to have found a highly qualified professional to care for and spend time with my son. He is 17, special needs, and needs help in all areas, self-care, socialization, academics, life skills. Kelly is flexible in that she will...

jodi F.

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Shawn P.


Brick, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 5-ages 39-23. I have 6 grands. I am highly experienced in child care and also children with special needs such as autism, ADHD, BPD, anxieties and bipolar. They need different attention and I get along very well with them also. I care for elderly, hospice and disabled people also. I have a knack for getting along...
Shawn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Shawn started with us about 2 years ago. She’s been incredible with our son and a dream for our family. At this point she’s like family to us! She’s patient, kind and so caring with him. For us it doesn’t get any better than Shawn. She’s always reliable,...

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Caroline S.


Long Branch, NJ

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love children and enjoy teaching, crafting, reading. I have been a nanny to infant and older children. And I'm a mother of a 7 years old girl and a 10 years old special needs boy.
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Very very nice and is really sweet. Extremely dependable and reliable. Always on time and goes above and beyond for my son."

Dorothy A.

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Lindsey C.


Asbury Park, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Lindsey and I'm a certified Early Childhood Education teacher. I currently teach preschool and have 15+ years of nannying experience. My previous positions include household management, transportation, tutoring, infant care, and working with special needs/ Early Intervention/ IEPs. I am available after school/...
Lindsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"We used Lindsey periodically to babysit my two kids. She was thoughtful, calm, attentive, and kept my kids occupied and safe. My kids took to her immediately and enjoyed their time spent with her. She is also dependable and very timely in her communicating. We will...

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Alexis M.


Neptune, NJ

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver For Those With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi Everyone! My name's Alexis and I'm currently attending Rutgers University to attain my Masters Degree in Education. Specifically, for children ages 0-15. I currently have worked with a family for over one year, they have two children ages 12 and 14. My responsibilities include making them small snacks, cleaning up around the...
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Gabriella P.


Colts Neck, NJ

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Gabriella P.

Hi! My name is Gabriella P. and I am a junior student at Monmouth University studying psychology, planning to be a children's therapist! I have 6 years of experience with children, two of them having special needs who I cared for. I live in Colts Neck, NJ but willing to travel if you live farther:) I absolutely adore children,...
Gabriella can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bradley Beach, NJ

Sonja M.

5.0

Sonja came to support us at a critical time, my sister was put on hospice. She was became part of the family immediately. She knew how to navigate the healthcare system in the hospital and assisted living. She took a great burden from our family while we went through the process of saying goodbye to...

- Care member

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.

Florencia G.

5.0

We had a great experience with Flo. We hired her to watch our kids toddlers while we were skiing at Stratton. She was super friendly, reliable, quick to respond to messages, and the kids really loved her. She also helped with other stuff that was totally unexpected. For example, she drove one of us...

- Isaac M.

Mackenzie H.

5.0

Great communication and very nurturing and kind with the kids.

- Care member

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