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Special needs caregivers in Manasquan, NJ

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Michaela F.


Manasquan, NJ

$15-21/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

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Hi my name is Michaela and I'm from manasquan New Jersey. I have had experience with children for the past 3 years. I babysit around my area but am looking to expand my clientele. I was also a instructor at Silton swim school for 6-7-year-olds. I do enjoy watching all ages though. I enjoy children very much as I have many...
Michaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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...
As a formal and reserved individual with three years of childcare experience, I am passionate about fostering the growth and development of children. I welcome the opportunity to care for a maximum of two children, ranging from newborns to preteens. I am skilled at supervising children while swimming and am willing to share...
Maryann can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Taylor B.


Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter, Part-Time Nanny, Personal Assistant, Etc.

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am 28 years old and currently live in Eatontown, NJ. A little about me - I graduated from Fairfield University in CT. I am the oldest of three children; I have two younger brothers, one of whom has special needs. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old and have extensive experience with special needs children and...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"A fantastic sitter! She helped me while on vacation and always had everything under control. My kids love her and still ask for her all the time. She was smart, neat, easy going and handled three kids of three different ages with ease. The best!"

Maren T.

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Shawn P.


Brick, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & 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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Kristen W.


Asbury Park, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kristen and I am a fun, easy going, and loving caregiver. I have been caring for children for what seems like my whole life! My experience ranges broadly from working with adults/children with special needs to infants starting at age 3 mo. Most people would describe me as an old soul and a great listener....
Kristen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kristen's experience is very impressive; she has nannied and cared for many different ages for long periods of time and has great experience with special needs."

Krystal W.

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Brianna M.


Lakewood, NJ

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Brianna. I am a caregiver for the special needs population. I am looking for a part time care giving position. I am CPR and First Aid certified among others. I love children and also all animals.
Brianna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Brianna as a last minute date night babysitter for our 18 month old. She was very nice and engaged in what our son needs. would hire again"

Timothy L.

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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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Sonja M.


Asbury Park, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Certified Nursing Assistant, Available For Employment

I am a Healthcare professional who has experience in assisting client with their ADL's and any assistance needed to make sure their quality of life is fulfilled. I have over 25 years of experience and care of elderly clients, special needs clients, and children of all shapes, forms, I am equipped to handle any situation put in...
Sonja can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, home modification, live-in home care, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Sanja was a true angel sent from God. Her Caregiving is nothing less than impeccable. She will always be apart of my family."

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Shawn P.


Brick, NJ

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have taken care of several wonderful people who were either in need of care or were under in home hospice care. I love caring for people in need no matter what the circumstances. I also an do a lot of hospice work-the greatest honor to do for anyone. I've cared for people with cancer, Parkinson's, Dementia, Alzheimer's, CHF,...
Shawn can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Shawn has been a caregiver for my wife for a few weeks . She is very thorough and professional with all of my wife's needs along with that she is a very caring individual. Also she does all the little extra things. I would highly recommend Shawn she is a...

Daniel C.

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Alexis M.


Neptune, NJ

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver For Those With Special Needs

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi Everyone! My name's Alexis and I'm currently attending Rutgers University to attain my Masters Degree in Education. Specifically, for children ages 0-15. I currently have worked with a family for over one year, they have two children ages 12 and 14. My responsibilities include making them small snacks, cleaning up around the...
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Angela C.


Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Pre-School Teacher Looking To Give Your Family A Helping Hand!!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hey there! I'm Angela, & I've been caring for & connecting with kids for over 30 years now starting out babysitting the neighborhood kids to currently teaching pre-k at a private preparatory school in Manasquan, but my experience ranges from working with energetic 6th graders to supporting preschoolers with special needs. I've...
Angela can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Angela has become a welcomed addition to our family's busy school mornings! Between our high school-er, middle school-er & elementary school-er, our mornings are packed, and we couldn't do it all without her. So glad we found her!"

Mary Beth K.

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Margaret S.


Neptune, NJ

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Specialized Companion In Social & Emotional Support

I am creative, intuitive, positive, compassionate & patient. I have love, appreciation, and great respect for our elder community, and a genuine gift for listening & catering to the special needs of older adults & people living with dementia. I have an eclectic background working in holistic health, meditation, movement, art,...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, respite care & more
5.0
"Maggie was employed by me as a caregiver to both my mother and father during a very difficult time in their lives. I had interviewed many candidates for the position before I finally met Maggie. I knew after the first five minutes of the interview that she was an...

Care member

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Margaret S.


Neptune, NJ

$48/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Companion/Emotional Support

Part time - Companion/ Emotional Support- Family needs- animals/seniors/special needs/Personal Assistant/ Artist Assistant Hello, I'm Maggie. I'm patient, positive and compassionate. I am a non-smoker, I am health conscious, and have my own transportation. I'm 50 years young, a wife, an Aunt, a Yogi, an artist, a crafter &...
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Maggie is very kind and loving to my dog. She stays overnight and spends lots of time showering him with affection. Maggie also checks in often and is easy to reach."

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Lindsey C.


Asbury Park, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Lindsey and I'm a certified Early Childhood Education teacher. I currently teach preschool and have 15+ years of nannying experience. My previous positions include household management, transportation, tutoring, infant care, and working with special needs/ Early Intervention/ IEPs. I am available after school/...
Lindsey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We used Lindsey periodically to babysit my two kids. She was thoughtful, calm, attentive, and kept my kids occupied and safe. My kids took to her immediately and enjoyed their time spent with her. She is also dependable and very timely in her communicating. We will...

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Nicole G.


Asbury Park, NJ

$17-30/hr9 yrs exp

Part And Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

9 years of babysitting experience with children of all ages. Previously was a toddler/preschool teacher for over a year and almost completely my CDA. I Have worked with special needs children, maintain a clean household, cook, take kids to and from activities. Currently in college for Early childhood education online so I can...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nicole took care of my two children 5 year old boy and 2 year old girl. She is very reliable and always showed up on time. She picked up my son from school and camp, helped with homework, took the kids to the park, gave them baths and always kept the house in...

Janet S.

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Princess W.


Asbury Park, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Kids Love Me

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Princess I've been a nanny/babysitter since college. I have worked with children of all ages from new born until the age of 16. I aslo have experience working with multiple children at the same time with different age ranges. I have also worked with children who have special needs and difficulties such as ADHD, asthma,...
Princess can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Princess has been such a reliable, down to earth person. She is definitely my go to when in need of services. She's great with my children and grandparents! I would recommend her."

Carmelmen D.

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Shanice C.


Brick, NJ

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

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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Florencia G.


Belmar, NJ

$25-39/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver With Flexible Schedule

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Florencia, I am a very energetic, responsible, fun, and caring nanny in my late 40's, with over 20 years of experience. My daughter and I relocated to NJ, and I am looking for long term Employment. Previously I lived in Manchester Vermont, and and worked with all different families. I have worked with children of...
Florencia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We had a great experience with Flo. We hired her to watch our kids toddlers while we were skiing at Stratton. She was super friendly, reliable, quick to respond to messages, and the kids really loved her. She also helped with other stuff that was totally...

Isaac M.

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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Manasquan, NJ

Taylor B.

5.0

A fantastic sitter! She helped me while on vacation and always had everything under control. My kids love her and still ask for her all the time. She was smart, neat, easy going and handled three kids of three different ages with ease. The best!

- Maren T.

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...

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Kristen W.

5.0

Kristen's experience is very impressive; she has nannied and cared for many different ages for long periods of time and has great experience with special needs.

- Krystal W.

Brianna M.

5.0

We hired Brianna as a last minute date night babysitter for our 18 month old. She was very nice and engaged in what our son needs. would hire again

- Timothy L.

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.

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