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Special needs caregivers in East Brunswick, NJ

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Michelle M.


East Brunswick, NJ

$15-25/hr • 6 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...
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Suzanne O.


East Brunswick, NJ

$18-23/hr • 1 yrs exp

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...
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Shamsiya I.


East Brunswick, NJ

$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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.
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Danielle A.


East Brunswick, NJ

$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
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Ludimila V.


East Brunswick, NJ

$16-20/hr • 3 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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Cristina L.


East Brunswick, NJ

$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

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: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & 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, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Matthew S.


Somerset, NJ

$22-31/hr • 5 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, live-in home care, dementia
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/hr • 5 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/hr • 10 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
"She is very patient and understands the population."

Robin J.

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Toniann P.


Old Bridge, NJ

$22-26/hr • 5 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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...

Julie E.

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Stefanie M.


Monroe Township, NJ

$25/hr • 3 yrs exp

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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Florence L.


Somerset, NJ

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

4.0

(9)

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: Home modification, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Florence is a wonderful person and caregiver. She took care of my father, my father in law and then my mother. She became one of the family. She listens and does exactly what you ask. She is also very knowledgeable and gives helpful advice. I recommend her highly...

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Amanda R.


Perth Amboy, NJ

$22/hr • 4 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
5.0
"Amanda was an amazing Nanny and addition to our family for two years. When I first hired her, I thought I was just getting essentially a babysitter but my two kids (10 months and 3 years old ) got a second mother when I couldn't be around. I can never express...

Holly P.

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Maidie D.


Morganville, NJ

$30/hr • 10 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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

Tina S.

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Jacqueline L.


Piscataway, NJ

$18-37/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring For Elderly

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

CHAA certified, more than 20 years experience with caring for senior citizens living with diseases such as dementia, Alzheimer, special needs, and disabilities, and hospice.
Jacqueline can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Jackie exceeded our expectations on every level. She was with us for a year. She was skilled, professional and taught us a lot. She understood the best way to approach my husband's care. She kept the mood in the house upbeat and positive. She kept him active and...

Barbara Y.

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Santina G.


Old Bridge, NJ

$20-60/hr • 10 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
"I have 7 children. 4 under the age of 5 which she primarily cared for. All the children adored her. She is always happy easy to get along with and very respectful of my wishes with the children. Love and miss her"

Crystal K.

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Rebecca S.


South River, NJ

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Diligent College Grad With Experience With Special Needs

I am a certified Elementary teacher. I have taught PreK with 3 and 4-year-olds for three years, 3rd grade for 1 year, and 2nd grade for 1 year. I have experience working with children with special needs from all of those settings. I have also provided respite care for families with children with special needs who need consistent...

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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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