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Teacher of Special Education. I work at a price school for students with multiple disabilities for over 20 years. I love my job! I am looking to supplement my income doing what I love.
I currently work at a school for people with autism and physical disabilities as an instructional aid. Before I started working at this school I was the head teacher in the 2, 2 1/2-year-old classroom for 5 years.
5.0
(1)
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mackenzie was kind and patient with my daughter, who loved spending the day with her and can't wait to do it again. "
Melissa L.
Sonja M.
Asbury Park, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full/Part Time Certified Nursing Assistant, Available For Employment
4.9
(13)
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: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care, live-in home care, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Sonja is a very hardworking person that shows each client compassion,empathy and respect and she willing to go the extra mile to help anyone in need."
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Shawn P.
Brick, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Shawn provided warm, skilled and extremely attentive care for my mom. (Mom has a brain disease and requires both day and night care, and help with all her activities of daily living.) Shawn treated mom like a family member. She carefully following our instructions...
Christa T.
5.0
(1)
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:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(10)
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: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Nicole is wonderful and such a help to our family! We have worked together since my son was 4 months old. It is very clear to me that working with babies and children is a passion. She has demonstrated tremendous responsibility in taking care of our baby and going...
Jaime R.
Julia R.
Freehold, NJ
$22-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Julia, I am 22 years old and I just graduated from Monmouth University with a major in psychology and minor in childhood studies. I just started graduate school for Clinical Mental Health Counseling as well! I am also an ABA therapist where I work with special needs children for the past 10 months! I have...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Friendly, polite, reliable, and fanstastic with my 4 year old daughter. She is patient, kind, and goes above and beyond to play games, keep her enagaged, safe and happy.- Highly recommended."
Jillian W.
5.0
(1)
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:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
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.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello ! Are you attending a wedding or special event? What about child care for date nights or when school's closed
and/or holiday breaks? I'm a special education paraprofessional in the Jackson school district for 16 years. I've worked morning & afternoon child care in the district & summer childcare and ESY (extended school...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"We were so happy and comfortable with Lisa. She provided us with ease of mind whenever our son was with her and she was very alert to all his needs during the event. From being hungry to needing a nap, Lisa was on top of it throughout the night. With constant check...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have had many years of experience working with infants and children with many special medical needs. I have used many pieces of medical equipment. Please contact me for details.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello ! I hope this finds you well. Need morning or afternoon help during this school year, or when are closed for holidays or what about a babysitter for an evening out? I'm a special education paraprofessional in the Jackson school district for 16 years. I have a passion for quality education and student/school success. My...
5.0
"Lisa babysat our 5 month old daughter on the day of our wedding. She showed up early in the am, dressed her, fed her, changed her, when she was asleep she even helped me clean the house as she saw I was getting my hair and makeup done. She drove our daughter to the...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Part time -
Companion/ Emotional Support-
Family needs- animals/seniors/special needs/Personal Assistant/ Artist Assistant
Hello, I'm Maggie. I'm patient, positive and compassionate. I am a non-smoker, I am health conscious, and have my own transportation. I'm 50 years young, a wife, an Aunt, a Yogi, an artist, a crafter &...
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Margaret is great . Our Dogs are both rescued street dogs who have trust issues with most people. Margaret is the only person we have hired who has ever been able to keep them calm and happy when we are away. Her positivity and warmth has made traveling 100% less...
Care member
5.0
(1)
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Liz R.
Marlboro, NJ
$45-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Occupational Therapy Student With A lot Of Experience With Children Requiring Special Attention
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a master degree in occupational therapy with a psychology minor. I currently work in early intervention and out patient therapy. I am a ASDCS, trained ADOS administrator, IEP advocate, and parent coach. I have educational and clinical experience with ABA and a vast understanding of how to carry out behavioral plans. I am...
5.0
"Liz helped me and my children through one of the most trying times. I was at home working with my 1 and 2 year old when the pandemic started and I'm not sure I would of made it through without her. She worked around 20 hours a week and always made the children...
Sarah C.
5.0
(3)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"My daughter loves her ! I refuse to let anyone else watch my daughter if she's not available "
Vanessa M.
Kelly O.
Eatontown, NJ
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
EasterSeals APPROVED Caregiver (CNA, CHHA, RYT & Rated By Clients As 5 Stars)
5.0
(4)
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.
Margaret S.
Neptune, NJ
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Specialized Companion In Social & Emotional Support
5.0
(3)
I am creative, intuitive, positive, compassionate & patient. I have love, appreciation, and great respect for our elder community, and a genuine gift for listening & catering to the special needs of older adults & people living with dementia.
I have an eclectic background working in holistic health, meditation, movement, art,...
Margaret can also help with: Companionship, respite care, meal prep, dementia, errands, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Maggie was employed by me as a caregiver to both my mother and father during a very difficult time in their lives. I had interviewed many candidates for the position before I finally met Maggie. I knew after the first five minutes of the interview that she was an...
Care member
Shawn P.
Brick, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shawn is so wonderful with my toddler son! She sends me pictures and videos while I'm at work which brightens my day! She is constantly teaching him everything from how to hold a crayon to new words and phrases! We are very happy with her being such a great...
Tracey C.
3.0
(2)
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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Farmingdale, NJ
Mackenzie H.
5.0
Mackenzie was kind and patient with my daughter, who loved spending the day with her and can't wait to do it again.
- Melissa L.
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
Shawn P.
5.0
Shawn provided warm, skilled and extremely attentive care for my mom. (Mom has a brain disease and requires both day and night care, and help with all her activities of daily living.) Shawn treated mom like a family member. She carefully following our instructions about keeping mom clean, dry, safe,...
- Christa T.
Princess W.
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.
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.
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