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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Jackson, NJ

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Jackson, NJ

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Laura R.


Jackson, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Residential Assistant/Directcare

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I am a friendly, compassionate, caring, direct care professional, and residential assistant. I have 10+ years of experience working with adults with developmental intellectual disabilities, youth in the psychiatric community home, and youth with special needs. I do errands and ambulatory transportation to medical appointments.
Laura can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Maria G.


Jackson, NJ

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider, CNA 2014

Thank you for taking the time to read my short bio. I've been a CNA since 2014, caring for elderly and non elderly, people with special needs and children. The family that I've been working for moved and I'm looking for employment. As well as providing basic care, I believe in establishing a trust. I want my clients to feel...
Maria can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Alyssa L.


Toms River, NJ

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Dependable, Conscientious, And Loving Sitter

5.0

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & 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.

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Diana R.


Toms River, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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.

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Lisa B.


Freehold, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Remote Learning Help & Summer Care !

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 was absolutely amazing with our two and four year old. We hired her for a family wedding that our boys were the ring bearers in, and she brought so much calm and peace to the day. She knew exactly what to do, where to be, did everything from getting the boys...

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Lisa B.


Freehold, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available !

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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...

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Julia R.


Freehold, NJ

$22-25/hr7 yrs exp

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
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.

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Karen G.


Howell, NJ

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I have over two years experience with special needs and over 10 years experience with senior care. I currently care for a 27-year-old young lady with Rett Syndrome part time. She is non verbal and requires help eating, bathing, dressing and toileting. She attends an adult program, music and art class. I am responsible, caring...
5.0
"Karen is working with our 25 year old daughter who has special needs. Karen has embraced this position and is connecting with our daughter beyond our expectations. Karen is punctual, follows through with schedules, has adapted to new situations and a delight to...

Wendy P.

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Karen P.


Lakewood, NJ

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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.
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Sabrina C.


Howell, NJ

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

My Name Is Sabrina And I Am A Retired Military Mom And Military Spouse With A Special Needs 6yr Old.

I am a Military Veteran who was thoroughly trained to keep my unit and its assets ready for a spotless cleaning inspection at all times! I have an outstanding work ethic, and am always on time for my scheduled appointments. I am a dedicated, trustworthy and loyal, hard working Mom to a special needs 6-year-old and I am and...
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Angela M.


Freehold, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Date Night Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love working with chidren on a daily basis with the Manalapan School District. I have been working with special needs children for the past 15 years. I enjoy nurturing the children giving them the opportunity to express themselves. I am a mom with three grown children and also a grandma. I am a fun loving person. I am very...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Concetta Z.


Lakewood, NJ

$10-15/hr

Part Time Caregiver Ie; Companion Not Home Health Aide

Although I have never been employed as a companion, I have taken care of my parents, in laws and neighbors in their final years. I have worked for over 22 years with special needs children age 3 to 21 and have in the past and currently am an advisor for high school youth groups. I am good at planning activities, reading with...
Concetta can also help with: Respite care
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Makayla S.


Freehold, NJ

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as responsible and empathetic. I'm looking for a job where the parents have great communication with me about the needs of their child so that I can take care of them in the best manner. I completed a babysitting program which allowed me to become CPR certified, and have experience with caring for...
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Caroline N.


Lakewood, NJ

$14-50/hr14 yrs exp

Kind And Knowledgeable Carer

I'd describe my personality as calm, patient and empathetic. I like caring for people with special needs because. I believe I was born to care for others especially those who do not have the capacity to care for themselves. I'm looking for a job that will take me in as part of the family. Kindness, patience and...
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Anjali S.


Howell, NJ

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter / Tutor

Hello my name is Anjali but Anj or Anjie may be easier for you to call me. I come from a large family of 5 siblings! So yes I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. I love always had a love for playing with children and doing activities to always keep them busy, creative, and active. I have also worked with children...
Anjali can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Teresa D.


Howell, NJ

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

I am a speech language specialist with 25 years experience. I am a school based therapist servicing the Preschool Disabled populations. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have 6 children ages 18-29. My eldest are twins with intellectual disabilities. I am reliable, knowledgeable and enjoy working with the special needs...
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Laura W.


Howell, NJ

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

In high school, I was in a special needs program so I have a lot of patience. My brother has a small form of autism and my cousin is autistic as well so I am very used to special needs. I am a very caring and fun caregiver.
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Gianna D.


Howell, NJ

$23/hr5 yrs exp

Gianna.. From Howell, NJ

Hello! My name is Gianna I am currently enrolled in college at Rutgers University. I started taking care of children in 2016 when I was hired as a summer camp counselor specializing in working with special needs children. I take care of multiple children at once (anywhere from 6-10 kids including 1 or 2 special needs children)....
Gianna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Lori Z.


Lakewood, NJ

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

I can help with meal prepping, house cleaning, Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping and whatever else I maybe able to assist with.. Bittersweet, personal circumstances opened my actual passion. I was actually in the transportation business for transporting Seniors for 26 years.. I want to give TRUE caring, friendship,...
Lori can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Jackson, NJ

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.

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.

Lisa B.

5.0

Lisa was absolutely amazing with our two and four year old. We hired her for a family wedding that our boys were the ring bearers in, and she brought so much calm and peace to the day. She knew exactly what to do, where to be, did everything from getting the boys dressed in their tuxes to feeding...

- Care member

Lisa B.

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 ins and alerts so we were...

- Care member

Julia R.

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.

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Ratings for Jackson, NJ special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Jackson, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.