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Lori S.


Hopewell, NJ

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher/Counselor For Special Needs Children, Adolescents And Adults

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I have 22 years of experience working with students as a guidance counselor and as a teacher of special needs. I have studied beyond my Master's Degree and have a significant amount of experience working with families that include special needs children/adults. I am kind, compassionate, creative, energetic and dedicated to my...
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Devon E.


Hopewell, NJ

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Hello and thank you for visiting my page. I am a certified special education teacher with additional experience in childcare, specifically those with special needs. Growing up with a sister with special needs, I always say I've had experience working with special needs children my entire life. That said, I have been a day camp...
Devon can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Melanie J.


Skillman, NJ

$40/hr10 yrs exp

A Little About Me...

4.4

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Melanie and I have been working with children for over 17 years. I am a Special Education Paraprofessional currently employed in the Hillsborough Public School district. I have experience with children/ young adults ages 2-23 ranging in different special needs. Since finding care. com I have done mostly...
Melanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We have been working with Melanie for afterschool care, some meal preparation for my daughter and transportation to afterschool activities. My 9 year old daughter LOVES Melanie! We do too. Melanie is caring, responsible and communicative. Working with Melanie...

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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Siani, pronounced (C-ahn-nee) and I've been working with children for about 8 years now and I have enjoyed it every step of the way. I was originally enrolled in an early childhood degree program and have taken several courses involving early childhood education and care. I've worked with children 6-weeks to...
Siani can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Siani has helped babysit our infant son on multiple occasions. She is reliable, kind, and has a great way with children. We look forward to having Siani watch our son again in the future."

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Marcia F.


Lawrence Township, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver 15+ Years Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced caregiver, with over 15 years of experience looking after individuals of all ages. I have previously worked in an elder care facility looking after individuals with dementia, and I've also worked in an adult daycare facility looking after people with special needs. I can assist with daily activities of living...
Marcia can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, mobility assistance, companionship, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Marcia is one of the sweetest, most reliable, trustworthy, and hardworking caregivers we have come across. We hired Marcia to look after my elderly father after he returned from an in-patient rehab stay and required extra care. From the moment I spoke with Marcia,...

Adrien U.

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Pamela K.


Princeton, NJ

$28-29/hr9 yrs exp

Available For Part/full Time Work, Including But Not Limited To Companionship, Household Duties, Per

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Reliable private duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations, while not being an alarmist. Within the last eight years , I've cared for those with MS, Dementia, Parkinson's and a variety of age related illnesses. I am Adept at meal preparation , assisting in the maintenance of a...
Pamela can also help with: Home modification, personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Really good person who cares. Simply perfect with my dad who has Alzheimer's. Wish I could clone her"

Staci S.

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Claudia L.


Pennington, NJ

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

I am a mother of a wonderful teenager. I've worked in my country as a teacher and special needs educator for more than seven years. I love to work with kids who have autism, Asperger's and any special needs. I am a caring , loving person who always give my best.
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Melanie J.


Skillman, NJ

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Paraprofessional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the past 10 years I have been a Special Education Paraprofessional working with students ages 2- 21.
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Barbara B.


Princeton, NJ

$15-20/hr16 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter Available

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I have a CNA license and experience caring for large families, twins, and children with special needs. I am the eldest of seven and started babysitting for my younger siblings, three of whom are low-functioning autistic and two of whom are twins. Outside of my family, I have cared for children ranging from 4 months to 18 years...
Barbara can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Barbara has been helping my family for the last few months and has been amazing. My kids are a handful and very picky but they love Barbara she is very patient understanding and cares. Couldn't say enough good things about her. "

Sarah S.

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Claudia L.


Pennington, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs/ Senior Care Services.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Working with elderly and children has been my passion for two decades now. I consider myslef as a caring, loving, reliable and honest person . I am a CNA and CHHA . I've been caring for patients with different health conditions (cancer, diabetics, Alzheimer's, Parkinson , dementia, MS, mood disorders etc. I have acquired the...
Claudia can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Claudia worked for my husband and I for over two years , coming to our house three times per week to help with medication, bathing and taking my husband to his physical and speech therapy. I can totally recommend Claudia as a caregiver, she always had a smile on...

Lucille B.

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Vishakha K.


Princeton, NJ

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny And Sitter

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Dear Families, Are you looking for a trustworthy and loving nanny to care for you precious children? With over 20 years of experience nurturing newborns to young teens, including those with special needs, I'd be delighted to provide a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for your child to thrive! As a dedicated and...
Vishakha can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Vishakha (Vickie) has been a life saver. Our daughter always looks forward to our date nights because "Ms. Vickie" comes over. Vickie's very responsive and also flexible. Sometimes I wonder if I've procrastinated on writing this review because she's been our...

Caleb B.

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Margot S.


Lawrence Township, NJ

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Creative Caregiver

I have over 12 years of experience in education and currently teach special needs English, Math, ESL and Study Skills grades K-12 in Princeton, NJ.
Margot can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Hi I'm Cass! I'm currently 22 and have been an ongoing babysitter / nanny for nearly 8 years! I have worked with a multitude of different families and children- and I love having the opportunity to see each unique personality, hitting milestones, and being able to be a fun, comfortable person for them to be around! I am First...
passionate educator looking to utilize skills and experience to help with special needs develop and enhance their capabilities while maintaining a fun engaging environment.
Djouher can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Alexa W.


Princeton, NJ

$20-27/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Alexa and I've been working with children since I was 13. My first experience working with children was as a volunteer classroom assistant for children with special needs. I went on to work as an aftercare teacher along with nannying for various families in my hometown. I have experience and am comfortable working...
Alexa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Allison G.


Trenton, NJ

$15-25/hr

Teaching Assistant For Students With ASD

I work with children with Autism. I am a teaching assistant. I have a year and a half of experience with children with special needs.
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Mirabel P.


Princeton, NJ

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Caring Care Giver Available

I have worked with specials people as long as I have been a nanny. I have first hand knowledge of the amount of patience and love that goes into caring for a loved one with special needs as I have a niece and nephew who both require some extra love. I hope you will let me be part of family.
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Judy A.


Trenton, NJ

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hi my name is Judy, I have 7 years of experience as a certified nurse assistant. I am very detail oriented and very compassionate with people, and to those that need my help or depend on my service. I worked in an Alzheimer's facility for 5 years and loved helping and care for my patients there. I looked at my patients as they...
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Desiree H.


Lawrence Township, NJ

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Caring For Those Who Need Help

Hello, I'm Desiree! Jack of all trades. I've worked in the nursing field for 9 years as a nursing assistant on many different units and have much experience in caring for your loved with care, respect, and honesty. Dignity is a word that should be respected and consideration. I treat you as you want to be treated, bring my...
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Antoinette E.


Trenton, NJ

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Cna

Hi I'm train with all disability's and very knowledgeable about feeding bathing and I do laundry and transport to and from doctors appointments and shopping light house keeping prepare meals

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hopewell, NJ

Melanie J.

5.0

Melanie was very prompt and always arrived on time. If she had to miss a certain day, she provided adequate notice. Would definitely recommend Melanie.

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Siani R.

5.0

Siani has helped babysit our infant son on multiple occasions. She is reliable, kind, and has a great way with children. We look forward to having Siani watch our son again in the future.

- Care member

Marcia F.

5.0

Marcia is one of the sweetest, most reliable, trustworthy, and hardworking caregivers we have come across. We hired Marcia to look after my elderly father after he returned from an in-patient rehab stay and required extra care. From the moment I spoke with Marcia, I knew that we were blessed to have...

- Adrien U.

Pamela K.

5.0

Really good person who cares. Simply perfect with my dad who has Alzheimer's. Wish I could clone her

- Staci S.

Barbara B.

5.0

Barbara has been helping my family for the last few months and has been amazing. My kids are a handful and very picky but they love Barbara she is very patient understanding and cares. Couldn't say enough good things about her.

- Sarah S.

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