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Yussely F.
Leonardo, NJ
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a fun and very friendly loving person who enjoys the company of children. In my neighborhood there was always a lot of younger children who then I babysat. It taught me to be responsible and to have patience. Communication between the parents, myself, and the child/children is major key for everything to run smoothly....
Yussely can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Lindsay W.
Highlands, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
15+ yrs of experience with children ranging from 3 months - teens, CPR certified, animal lover, special needs experience, happy to pick-up/drop-off, cook, laundry/light cleaning, bathe and prep for bed, homework help, hands-on with activities (sports/games/crafts), dual MBA in Finance & Marketing.
Lindsay can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have a 13- year old autistic son who loves Lindsay and Lindsay loves him. She is a caring, dependable, and very reliable individual. She interacts with my son extremely well. I cannot say enough good things about her and we love her dearly."
James G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Renee and I am a holistic caregiver, specializing in assisting family members with behavioral, psychiatric and developmental challenges. There is a lot of education and degrees alongside my 25 years of professional experience, but my best asset to your family really is my attitude. I bring a lot of positivity...
5.0
"Renee has been amazing. My kids adore her. She has been a life saver. She keeps the kids busy and engaged. Definitely recommend for any family."
Michael L.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"We came all the way from Cali for a wedding, we needed a babysitter for the day. Gina was amazing and punctual the boys got along with her just great.
I would definitely hire her again once I'm back in Jersey! "
Eric P.
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.
Amanda B.
Hazlet, NJ
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have continued to do so throughout the years. I have watched many different children of all ages, ranging from infancy to teenage years, and some with special needs. The most I have watched at a time is 6 kids. I am also a teacher and love nothing more than working with...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
In addition to my listed experience, I have also worked with children with special needs. I worked in residential care, and in the classroom at a school for children with special needs.
My experiences include recreation assistant, life coach, and daily care assistance. I have also volunteered in leadership for Girl Scouts,...
Bette B.
Long Branch, NJ
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am currently a part-time college student. During high school, I completed a Certified Nurses Aide program through vocational school. I am caring, nurturing, trustworthy and passionate about my work. I truly loved my time spent in nursing homes during my clinical training and really enjoy working with the elderly and disabled....
5.0
"Bette is a responsible, caring and friendly girl. She cares deeply and is very passionate about her health care career. She can easily put a smile on your face and brighten your day. She is honest and dependable. Need some company or help with your activities of...
Bari B.
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Nicole is wonderful and such a help to our family! We have worked together since my son was 4 months old. It is very clear to me that working with babies and children is a passion. She has demonstrated tremendous responsibility in taking care of our baby and going...
Jaime R.
Sonja B.
Matawan, NJ
$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Sonja. I love children! I have three children of my own. A daughter who's 7, a son who is 5 and my youngest son is 3. My middle son has autism and has received therapy so I am familiar with ABA therapy and special needs for children. I am also CPR certified. I cared for my three younger brothers as well which...
Sonja can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Caroline S.
Long Branch, NJ
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love children and enjoy teaching, crafting, reading.
I have been a nanny to infant and older children. And I'm a mother of a 7 years old girl and a 10 years old special needs boy.
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Rebecca S.
Eatontown, NJ
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a Mom for 25 years, and began babysitting at the age of 13. My second son has special needs, so I understand how things can become difficult. I've always loved children, and enjoy helping others in need.
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience not only with my own 2 grown children, but with several different families that I have nannied for as well. I have been with my last family for a little over 3 years. I was with them since there youngest was 6 months old with special needs as a micro preemie. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am 53 yrs old,...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Terri-Ann. I am an Early Intervention Therapist and have worked with children professionally from toddler through High School in settings as broad as babysitting in the home, therapeutic intervention practitioner, public school educator, Sunday School teacher or Mad Scientist! I am safety conscious,...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
Hi, my name is Felice. I am a mother of two. My son is 16 and on the autistic spectrum. He is a joy and a pleasure. It has been a honor raising such a wonderful child. My daughter she is 14 and my best friend. I love being their mom. I have much knowledge on people with special needs and child development. I'm a creative happy...
I am a former patient care technician for over 20 years as well as a certified nursing assistant and office medical assistant for the past 10 years. I am very comfortable with the elderly and their special needs. I enjoy working with this age population and am comfortable with all levels of work including dementia care. I work...
Mitzi can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, transportation, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Queen L.
Keansburg, NJ
$17-23/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6 years experience with child care , I've been nannying for 5 years with small & big families ages New born- teenager, I am reliable, I have experience with special needs as well, im trustworthy, dependable, patient and flexible when it comes to scheduling.
-CPR Certified
-Fully Vaccinated
-Reliable Transportation...
Queen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Ayana C.
Eatontown, NJ
$27-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there families! I am a 21-year-old energetic nanny that loves to care for all children. I am born and raised in New Jersey and I am a very dedicated and passionate person. My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs children. I have 2 years of daycare experience working with all ages. In...
Ayana can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ayana is so great with my 2 year old son! She is very attentive and energetic, I'd definitely recommend her to anyone in need of help!"
Mayah I.
Shannon D.
Middletown, NJ
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am currently a junior undergraduate studying speech-language pathology at the University of Pittsburgh. My long term goal is to continue onto graduate school to become a certified speech-language pathologist.
I have 4 years of babysitting experience as well as additional classwork in early childhood education and...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Tina M.
Eatontown, NJ
$25/hr • 20 yrs exp
Hello! For the past 23 years I've been an early childhood teacher/paraprofessional so I come with over two decades of experience in fostering children's growth and development. I'm looking to offer my part-time services by providing a reliable childcare option to families while making a positive impact on the lives of their...
Tina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Leonardo, NJ
Lindsay W.
5.0
Lindsay is a very loving and caring young woman She is very athletic and is great with children.Lindsay is very smart and she always strives to succeed
- Barbara W.
Renee D.
5.0
Renee has been amazing. My kids adore her. She has been a life saver. She keeps the kids busy and engaged. Definitely recommend for any family.
- Michael L.
Gina D.
5.0
We came all the way from Cali for a wedding, we needed a babysitter for the day. Gina was amazing and punctual the boys got along with her just great.
I would definitely hire her again once I'm back in Jersey!
- Eric P.
Kelly O.
5.0
Kelly has worked for about a year, for my disabled non verbal daughter who is twenty one years old. Kelly works about 3 to 4 hours a week, she is a kind personal care assistant whom provides walks out in the community, safety fall protection, library visits, transportation, grocery shopping,...
- Kathleen F.
Bette B.
5.0
Bette is a responsible, caring and friendly girl. She cares deeply and is very passionate about her health care career. She can easily put a smile on your face and brighten your day. She is honest and dependable. Need some company or help with your activities of daily living? She's your girl!
- Bari B.
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