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I am a speech therapist in a school for children ages 5-21 with multiple disabilities. I work with many children with autism and down syndrome. Additionally, I have a lot of experience with articulation and language delays
Hello my name is Emily and I have many years of experience with special needs infants, adolescents and teens. I have been a special Ed (autistic and behavioral) teachers assistant for 5 years. I am currently getting my behavioral analysis degree. My passion began with having a sibling diagnosed with autism at a very young age...
Hailee D.
Forked River, NJ
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm A Responsible I Have Been Babysitting For 3 Years Now And Am Almost Always Available.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Hailee and I am 24 years old, I babysit children of all ages. I currently work with children who have special needs at a private preschool during the week and babysit on the side. I am also CPR certified. I own my own car, comfortable with pets, and am a non smoker! I am also a register behavioral technician!
Hailee can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hailee was a major help with my 3 children. She was always good at coming up with fun activities for them to all do or go to. She also was great with all of our pets. She was always very trustworthy and reliable. She is like part of the family!"
Shannon H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Are you seeking a full-time nanny to join your family? I will come in, be your second hand and shower your house with love and happiness. I have over 20 years of experience in childcare, which also includes working with special needs children. My life is devoted to seeing children happy as well as seeing them grow! I am...
Milady can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Milady has a beautiful heart, she helped me a lot with my new born and made it easier for me to return to work. She would play, read, and talk to my baby in Spanish, which I though was amazing. She is very flexible, reliable, and always willing to come last...
Mel R.
Karen F.
Toms River, NJ
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of 3 grown children, ages 21, 18, & 15. I am a patient, kind loving person. I have experience with children with special needs. I am a non smoker.
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Karen F.
Toms River, NJ
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have been a paraprofessional in a self contained autistic class for 9 years. I have experience with children with speech delays, autism, cognitively impaired, and mild behaviors.
Diana R.
Toms River, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have worked with children for over 25 years in various settings - day care centers, schools, and I have four of my own children. I have also worked with special needs children for five years. I was a substitute teacher in the Toms River School District.
Diana can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CNA
5.0
" Diana R. is my sister-in-law and I've known her for almost 20 years. She watched my children when they for several years when u went back to work. She is a person I always went to for advice about my children. I am so thankful my boys were in the care of someone...
Sharon R.
Vanessa L.
Beachwood, NJ
$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years professional experience as a special needs caregiver and educator. I've worked as paraprofessional in a high school as well as an elementary school. I was also a nanny to boy with autism for 3 years. My nonprofessional experience includes growing up with a sister with autism and Asperger, another sister with a...
5.0
"We came into town for a meeting and she stayed at the hotel and watched the kids for us. We have 4. She let the kids watch Netflix on her child account and took the kids to play. She really took the extra time to make my wife and I feel comfortable."
Jonathan P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alyssa. I'm a rising sophomore in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts studying History and Communication, but am originally from Toms River, New Jersey.
I am a doting older sister to my younger brother, Michael, who has special needs. Because of my experience with Michael, I am comfortable with and happy to provide care...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We loved Alyssa! She was incredible with our son. Alyssa is reliable, communicative, and very responsible. She is kind and fun. Would highly recommend!"
Leah A.
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.
Irene M.
Toms River, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi
I have over 25 years experience in special education. Please message me if you think I would be a good fit.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have many enjoyable years in the caregivers field... I worked for Crystal Run Village for 10 years and just recently worked as a para-educator.
Hi my name is Briana. I am a certified home health aide, CNA , personal trainer and special needs mother to a beautiful 4-year-old. I have over 5 years working with dementia patients in a facility and also in home. I am kind, compassionate, and patient. Im also very flexible.
Briana can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, respite care, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I have a 22 yr old son with autism so I have lots of life experience. I am an ABA therapist for the past 3 years and have run special needs recreational programs for people of all ages and stages for the past 10 years. I have worked as a paraprofessional in a public school setting and have coordinated a senior special needs...
Lori can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
My name is Madison, I am 20 years old and am a student at the University of Tennessee. I have extensive experience with children and people with special needs. I have had an internship for 3 years at a speech pathology clinic working with kids. And I currently nanny for a 18-year-old with angel-mans syndrome and a 6-month-old in...
Hi, my name is Karen. I have been working with children and the elderly for the past 14 years. I do overnights as well I come with recommendations. I am extremely dependable and reliable. I have also worked in the Toms River and Brick Township school system since 2011 as a paraprofessional with autistic and special needs...
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. I was a substitute for Jackson Public Schools and worked in preschool as a substitute also. I like to be around children. I need transport to where you need me to be. I have worked with special needs or regular children. I have teaching capabilities in all subject...
Cindy can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
I am an experienced ABA therapist who has cared for children as young as 5 and young adults up to 19 years of age.
Friendly compassionate support provider who maintains client's dignity and agency while providing essential care
I'd describe my personality as dependable, responsible and caring
I'm looking for a job that allows me to use my skills working with children
In my spare time, I like to paint, garden and travel
One thing you...
Christine can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
I have 20 years of life experience caring for a son with Autism and some medical needs. I am also a registered behavior therapist and have 10 years experience running recreational programs for individuals on the Autism Spectrum
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Island Heights, NJ
Hailee D.
5.0
Hailee was a major help with my 3 children. She was always good at coming up with fun activities for them to all do or go to. She also was great with all of our pets. She was always very trustworthy and reliable. She is like part of the family!
- Shannon H.
Milady R.
5.0
Milady has a beautiful heart, she helped me a lot with my new born and made it easier for me to return to work. She would play, read, and talk to my baby in Spanish, which I though was amazing. She is very flexible, reliable, and always willing to come last minute.I felt very comfortable with...
- Mel R.
Diana R.
5.0
Diana R. is my sister-in-law and I've known her for almost 20 years. She watched my children when they for several years when u went back to work. She is a person I always went to for advice about my children. I am so thankful my boys were in the care of someone with so much experience.
- Sharon R.
Vanessa L.
5.0
We came into town for a meeting and she stayed at the hotel and watched the kids for us. We have 4. She let the kids watch Netflix on her child account and took the kids to play. She really took the extra time to make my wife and I feel comfortable.
- Jonathan P.
Alyssa L.
5.0
We loved Alyssa! She was incredible with our son. Alyssa is reliable, communicative, and very responsible. She is kind and fun. Would highly recommend!
- Leah A.
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