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Michelle M.


East Brunswick, NJ

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Michelle. I attended school for social work and my gift is connecting with kids with special needs. I'm known for my compassion and patience. My background has been working with kids with Autism, ages 5-21. I've cared for half a dozen families in the New Jersey area. I've taken kids to doctors appointments, helped...
Hello! I'm Suzanne, and I want others to know that not only do I have experience with children, but I have experience with children/teens and adults with different disabilities. I am one of the legal guardians of a sister who is an adult but has low functioning Down syndrome. I have bathed her, cooked meals, and dressed her, all...
It is very interesting to take care of individuals with special needs and I have been volunteering in the special olympics since I was a kid and have been working in counseling offices for adolescents and teens as a young adult. Recently have moved on to working with older adults with Alzheimer's and dementia as well as DDD and...
My 12-year experience was with different kids as an infant to teenager, and disabled child with progressive muscular dystrophy. I am a diligent, punctual, kind woman. I have a job as a nanny from Tuesday to Friday, and on weekends and Mondays I m available, so if you need any help contact me.
Hi, I currently live in Marlton, NJ. I enjoy painting and spending time with my friends/ family. I am a graduate of Monmouth University, currently work as a graphic designer and am in the process of completing my interior design degree. I have babysat for multiple children from the ages of 6 months-11 years old including...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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Ludimila V.


East Brunswick, NJ

$16-20/hr3 yrs exp

I Always Do My Job With Great Excellence And Efficiency.

I'd describe my personality as I am calm and patient, I always work with positive education with the child, I am attentive and careful I like working with kids because It's the work I found myself in, I do it with a lot of love, and I love children. I'm looking for a job that Respect me and my work, be polite and comply with...
Ludimila can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Hello! My name is Cristina and I have 5+ years of experience providing care, from infants to teenagers, and children with special needs. I am energetic, engaging and have a knack for connecting with children. I pride myself in my abilities to multitask, supervise with patience and create a safe and comfortable environment. I am...
Cristina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have worked in-Home, in facilities, Daycares and currently in Public School Providing One on One care. I Work With Speech, Physical, feeding and Occupational therapists. I have experience working with feeding tubes, apnea monitors, Orthotics, Wheelchairs and other equipment. I have worked with premature babies babies as young...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hi! I am a Special Education teacher. I am looking for a job for the summer until the beginning of next school year. I am also currently attending the Relay Graduate School of Education and will graduate next year with my Masters. I love to help others whether it be just making them smile or going above and beyond in assisting...
Rebekah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Matthew S.


Somerset, NJ

$22-31/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

I Started caring for my brother with special needs when I was only a child myself. I developed my selfless nature thereafter. I'm an extreme extrovert. Making others content brings me complete fulfillment. I have been a paid caregiver for more than 10 years. I had experience using Hoyer lifts with bedridden or stroke clients. I...
Matthew can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Matthew is very caring and loving person. He took care of my Father for about 1 and 1/2 year. When Matthew was with him I was at peace. He took care of him as his own. I never had to worry if he ate or bathed. My father was always so clean and his skin was never...

Falguni B.

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Dee G.


Kendall Park, NJ

$25/hr5 yrs exp

I am a loving caregiver who raised a beautiful young man with Autism. Now that he doesn't need his mother like he used to, I am looking for a full-time position helping you or your loved one! I have experience caring for individuals with other developmental and/or physical difficulties, as well.
5.0
"Dee is a compassionate woman who interacts well with others. She is patient and understanding. I have known her for 8 years and she has been consistent in those traits. She communicates well and follows through consistently."

Carla P.

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Katie B.


Old Bridge, NJ

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in the DDD and mental health fields for over 10 years. I have been a job coach to all kinds of different people, including autistic, TBI patients, and mentally challenged.
5.0
"My son was a resident at a program in NJ. She was very kind to my son and he thinks of her as a friend to this day. When I brought him home to live in his own apartment she traveled to see him and his place. Katie is a caring person. I believe you can count on her...

Joyce O.

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Toniann P.


Old Bridge, NJ

$22-26/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Toniann, but prefer to be called Toni! I've been actively babysitting since 15 years old and I am also a swim coach for special needs athletes. My most recent experience was as a Nanny for a now 1-year-old child. I began working with this family when she was about 6/7 months old doing everything from bottle feedings,...
Toniann can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Toniann has exceeded my expectations from the very 1st day we interviewed. She is very mature and can not only relate to children so well, she can hold an adult conversation with ease. Her family background experience with children ( she comes from a very large...

Rose F.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I have recently graduated from Rutgers University and received my Masters in Technology and Information Management. I currently work as an Project Manager for a tech company in central Jersey. When I'm not busy with work, I love spending time with kids! I have babysitting experience on and off throughout high school...
Stefanie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Stefanie was such a blessing to our household. My boys kept asking when will they see Stefanie again. I'm looking forward to winter/summer breaks to hire her again!"

Margo M.

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Micheal A.


Monroe Township, NJ

$15/hr10 yrs exp

HHA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I appreciate the elderly very much. Interested in a HHA position. I have 15 years of experience in the field and I'm very flexible. I also have experience with, bed bound, special needs, Parkinson's, Dementia, hospice care, MS, stroke.
Micheal can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, home modification, mobility assistance, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Michael cared for my father who had parkinson's for almost 2 years. In that time he never fell and never needed to go to the hospital. I would trust him with my life."

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Florence L.


Somerset, NJ

$27/hr10 yrs exp

4.1

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Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Florence I have being a care giver for more than 10 years I have worked with all group of elderly people and in the nursing homes, rehabs, and private homes I can also do light house keeping I know how to cook, bathe, laundry, and clean the house. I have been working in the nursing homes. I love to work with people...
Florence can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification, live-in home care
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Florence has been an integral part of our extended family for over a year now. She is dependable, trustworthy, and puts her heart and soul into her consumer's. You literally cannot find a better provider."

Lauren M.

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Amanda R.


Perth Amboy, NJ

$22/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I live in Newark, NJ and I am a creative, compassionate, and positive person with about three and a half years experience in child care. I have experience working with multiple families! I have worked with newborns, toddlers, special needs, as well as helped with meal prep and animal care. I also don't smoke and have my...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Amanda is a super sweet, reliable and patient caregiver. She takes care of my baby boy since he was 4 months old and does really well with meeting all his needs. We're very happy we found her! "

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Maidie D.


Morganville, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher, Nanny, Babysitter, Errands, Transportation

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Maidie and I am a mother of 2 daughters, ages 28 and 25. I have been working as a paraprofessional for 13 years in a local school district with regular ed students as well as special needs children with all aspects of disabilities... ages 3 through 21. I have experience with childcare/nannying children from...
Maidie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is a lovely, caring, patient, family oriented person."

Tina S.

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Robyn P.


Fords, NJ

$22-28/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Baby Sitting

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have 12 years experience babysitting. I have worked with special needs children for over 5 years. I am great with Small children and pre teens. I love the outdoors, great with baking and creative projects. I am Currently a licensed Insurance agent with The Hartford but I am looking to rejoin the Nanny force. I truly enjoyed my...
Robyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Robyn is lovely. She is smart, calm, diligent and very patient. We feel lucky that she was available. "

Cassandra P.

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Santina G.


Old Bridge, NJ

$20-60/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Santina I'm A 25 Year Old 911 Dispatcher Eager And Ready To Help You And Your Family

hello there! I am a outgoing cautious and loyal person who genuinely enjoys lending a helping hand, I enjoy working with all ages, I've worked with children my whole life as well as taken care of my elderly grandparents and doing home health aid care for multiple senior citizens across middlesex county. my availability is very...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Extremely caring and attentive, a pleasure and gave me peace of mind"

Kelly L.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Brunswick, NJ

Matthew S.

5.0

Matthew is very caring and loving person. He took care of my Father for about 1 and 1/2 year. When Matthew was with him I was at peace. He took care of him as his own. I never had to worry if he ate or bathed. My father was always so clean and his skin was never better. My father was also very happy...

- Falguni B.

Dee G.

5.0

Dee is a compassionate woman who interacts well with others. She is patient and understanding. I have known her for 8 years and she has been consistent in those traits. She communicates well and follows through consistently.

- Carla P.

Katie B.

5.0

She is very patient and understands the population.

- Robin J.

Toniann P.

5.0

Toni has been a caring, dependable, kind, and lovely presence for my daughter since she started nannying for us when my daughter was about 8 mos old. My daughter lights up when Toni gets to our house and I trust Toni completely. She is attentive, fun, and engaging and i highly recommend her for any...

- Julie E.

Stefanie M.

5.0

Stefanie was such a blessing to our household. My boys kept asking when will they see Stefanie again. I'm looking forward to winter/summer breaks to hire her again!

- Margo M.

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