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Find special needs caregivers in Lakewood, NJ that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lakewood, NJ

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Lakewood, NJ

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Shawn P.


Brick, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(13)

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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: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Shawn is exceptionally warm and clearly loves being around children. Her experience being a mom to a child with special needs makes her extremely patient and kind. She is tech savvy and will send video clips of your kids throughout the day. An extra perk of having...

Paul B.

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Joan D.


Toms River, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time/ Part Time

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.
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Alyssa L.


Toms River, NJ

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Dependable, Conscientious, And Loving Sitter

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, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, 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.

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Karen F.


Toms River, NJ

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

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: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Irene M.


Toms River, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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.
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Shawn P.


Brick, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom And Mimi Of Mentally Ill Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I Have 5 children 37-20 and 6 grands- I have 3 children and 2 grands with severe anxiety, Asperger's, ADHD, Bipolar, BPD, perceptual impairment and CBD. I care for 2 other children who are severely Autistic and I love working with these special angels. I direct, guide and show positive reinforcement and also have immense...
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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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Shanice C.


Brick, NJ

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

4.2

(6)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I worked in a group home for going on 5 years now with 3 older ladies and 5 guys with special needs , everyday I prepared them dinner give them showers snacks and meds I am BLS certified and Med certified and love doing what I do ... I also work in hospital in operating room where helping people means everything to me
5.0
"We were fortunate to hire Shanice at a very stressful and critical time. Our non-verbal daughter who has autism and epilepsy has been in a skilled nursing facility rehabilitating from a debilitating month-long hospital stay. Although Shanice is young, her several...

Johanna P.

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Julian J.


Jackson, NJ

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

I'm 19 years old, oldest of 5 siblings, I have a special needs brother I been doing childcare for 3 years I started off with the same summer camp I went to as a child then from there I moved on to the after school where I assisted kids with homework and other activities that where offered by the program with kids ranging from...
Julian can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Necole G.


Jackson, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of two adult children who don't need me anymore! Here I am looking to be able to help other families with their children's needs. I have been working with children for a long time. I also have experience with special needs since my son was diagnosed with Autism at the age of 4. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I...
Necole can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Karen D.


Toms River, NJ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part-Time Day Care/Babysitter

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, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Jessica L.


Howell, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced loving caregiver available

I have been working as a nanny for the past 13 years caring for children of all ages. Before I became a nanny I was employed as a bus aide for physically and mentally disabled children and then spent about a year caring for adults in a group home setting. Although I have not cared for anyone with special needs since that time I...
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Laura R.


Jackson, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Residential Assistant/Directcare

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: Errands, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Rita K.


Brick, NJ

$18-23/hr1 yrs exp

I provide professional and comfortable services to my clients. I will be happy to serve you with personal care and others
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Kym B.


Manasquan, NJ

$20-50/hr18 yrs exp

I have my degree in early childhood education. I have been working with kids since I have been about 10 years old and I am now 29. I also have experience with all ages and special needs. I have been a day care teacher, a paraprofessional, and a nanny. I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and loving I like working...
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Cathy D.


Belmar, NJ

$15-20/hr

Part Time Caregiver

I currently do not have any experience. But, I have a strong compassion for caring for all types of situations and people. I have been a caregiver for 6 years. I also have current references.
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Lilly B.


Brick, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Mature & Experienced Caretaker Of Children, With Special Needs And Otherwise

I am a mom of four, one that I cared for with special needs for 20 years before his passing eight years ago. I am familiar with seizure disorders, tube feedings, suctioning, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, transferring, lifting, autistic behaviors (ABA), and of course the care of children without such special needs. I...
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Kendall S.


Belmar, NJ

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

Hello my name is Kendall and I have been working with children for 10 years. I have been an assistant in many classrooms with children of all kinds. I have worked with special needs (Autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, behavioral disorders, adhd, odd, schizophrenia), as well as typical children. I currently...
I have many years of experience working with all ages along the life span! I also have a 2nd degree in Rehabilitative Services and worked with children and adults with developmental disabilities! Experience included participating in Special Olympics and held events that included my sorority sisters in engaging with special needs...
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Michelle S.


Belmar, NJ

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Michelle

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a recent college graduate from Rowan University. I earned my bachelor's in Psychology with a minor in education. I have always been a caregiver, in the past I have volunteered with adults with special needs, taken care of my grandmother for many years in her last years and have had experiences babysitting kids of all...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lakewood, NJ

Shawn P.

5.0

Shawn started with us about 2 years ago. She’s been incredible with our son and a dream for our family. At this point she’s like family to us! She’s patient, kind and so caring with him. For us it doesn’t get any better than Shawn. She’s always reliable, available at the last minute and always...

- Care member

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.

Karen G.

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 interact with. I would not hesitate...

- Wendy P.

Shanice C.

5.0

We were fortunate to hire Shanice at a very stressful and critical time. Our non-verbal daughter who has autism and epilepsy has been in a skilled nursing facility rehabilitating from a debilitating month-long hospital stay. Although Shanice is young, her several years' experience working in a...

- Johanna P.

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