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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Farmingdale, NJ
The average rate is $16/hr as of December 2024
The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 8 years
Special needs caregivers in Farmingdale, NJ
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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
(10)
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: Respite care, dementia, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
4.0
"Lovely personality very funny and ready to help I would of hired her if she was vaccinated"
Robert Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Daphne. I am a certified Home Health Aid and worked for Meridian At Home for 4 years. 13years experience as a substitute teacher working from Preschool up to grade 12. Experience with special needs of different age groups. Got half way through Brookdale Community College Nursing (RN). Past Accounting major with...
Daphne can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Daphne is amazing and a true godsend! She is caring, compassionate, kind and sincere. I am so happy Daphne has been part of our village!"
Eleanor G.
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: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, hospice services & more
5.0
"Shawn went above and beyond with caring for our loved one. She worked beautifully beside our loved one who suffers from dementia. Our loved one trusted her and looked forward to her being back every day."
Jennifer K.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Lindsey and I'm an experienced nanny. I have over 12 years of experience working with children from birth through age 12. I recently graduated with a degree in Early Childhood Education and look forward to teaching in the future. I am passionate about childhood development and learning. Relevant experience...
Lindsey can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Lindsey is a fantastic nanny for my 5-month-old daughter. She is responsible, caring, and knowledgeable, offering advice based on her experience when watching the development of my baby.
For anyone who is looking for a nanny, I would strongly recommend Lindsey,...
Megan V.
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:
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.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
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...
Gabby G.
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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 4 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Daphne. I am a certified Home Health Aid and worked for Meridian At Home for 4 years. 8 years experience as a substitute teacher working from Preschool up to grade 12. Experience with special needs of different age groups. Got half way through Brookdale Community College Nursing (RN). Past Accounting major with...
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
"Maggie is very kind and loving to my dog. She stays overnight and spends lots of time showering him with affection. Maggie also checks in often and is easy to reach."
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & 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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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.
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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.
4.0
Lovely personality very funny and ready to help I would of hired her if she was vaccinated
- Robert Y.
Daphne D.
5.0
Daphne is amazing and a true godsend! She is caring, compassionate, kind and sincere. I am so happy Daphne has been part of our village!
- Eleanor G.
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.
Lindsey C.
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 definitely use her again!
- Care member
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