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Special needs caregivers in Manchester Township, NJ

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Diana R.


Toms River, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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.

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Emma W.


Jackson, NJ

$15-18/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Responsible Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have spent many of my teenage years taking care of children by means of babysitting for friends and family. I have four younger siblings and was a nanny for a short amount of time before unfortunately needing to relocate. I was a teaching assistant in a classroom for kids with Special Needs prior to becoming an EMT. I also...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emma is a kind spirit. My two kids always enjoy her company; she is patient, willing to pretend and get creative with my kids. She gives an honest re-cap of how things go while I am out. I trust her and look forward to working with her again."

Sara K.

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Julia D.


Jackson, NJ

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Here To Help

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Julia, a 25-year-old graduate student at TCNJ and Jersey native. I currently work as an ABA therapist for children with autism. I've nannied, babysat, and worked as a daycare teacher. I've had the honor to care for children on the spectrum as well as with special needs. I am looking to help families in my spare time...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Julia was amazing. Such a kind sweet person my son loved her! Very punctual kind and respectful!"

Teri S.

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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: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Shawn provided warm, skilled and extremely attentive care for my mom. (Mom has a brain disease and requires both day and night care, and help with all her activities of daily living.) Shawn treated mom like a family member. She carefully following our instructions...

Christa T.

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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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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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & 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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Debra S.


Toms River, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a semi-retired professional with more than 30 years of child-care experience. During my career, I have worked as a full-time pre-school teacher and as a paraprofessional with special needs children in a private school, among other child-care positions. I am a dynamic, sensitive, and thoughtful caregiver who loves...
Debra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Debbie is a child whisperer and became part of our family. She keeps in touch with all of her previous families, which shows just how warm she is. Debbie was always on time, and never - not once called out or was late. I completely trust her with my son and he...

Kimberly C.

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Vanessa L.


Beachwood, NJ

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

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.

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

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Shawn is so wonderful with my toddler son! She sends me pictures and videos while I'm at work which brightens my day! She is constantly teaching him everything from how to hold a crayon to new words and phrases! We are very happy with her being such a great...

Tracey C.

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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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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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Charlene P.


Jackson, NJ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Been Called The Child Whisperer

Hello my name is Charlene I live in Jackson. I have been a nanny for a number of years. I have established wonderful relationships with the children as well as the parents. I have also worked in my family owned day care business which entailed caring for a number of children on a daily basis providing them with a safe loving as...
Charlene can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Charlene is a pleasure to know. She is a sincere, honest, hard worker who always goes the extra mile. Her heart-warming personality makes you feel like you have known her forever. My children and pets consider her one of the family."

Stacy A.

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Karen F.


Toms River, NJ

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

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.
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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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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.
I have experience caring for children and adults with special needs. I was a teacher for 6 years where I worked in a self contained classroom for students with autism and psychosis. I would love to assist an elderly person. I would be interested in being able to bring my infant son with me as well.
Erica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, errands
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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: Companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

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Ella M.


Brick, NJ

$18/hr

I Am A College Student And I Am Studying Education

I have taken many courses on early childhood development and I have worked with special needs children previously.
Ella can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
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Genevieve C.


Jackson, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Will Love Yours As My Own

Hi there! My name is Genevieve (38 years old) and I grew up in Red Bank/Fair Haven, living in Jackson! I come from a family of teachers, and went to school for my Bachelors in Early Childhood Education and Spanish. I completed my student teaching in Red Bank, and then worked in public and private schools. I have been a...
Genevieve can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Manchester Township, NJ

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.

Emma W.

5.0

Emma is a kind spirit. My two kids always enjoy her company; she is patient, willing to pretend and get creative with my kids. She gives an honest re-cap of how things go while I am out. I trust her and look forward to working with her again.

- Sara K.

Julia D.

5.0

Julia was amazing. Such a kind sweet person my son loved her! Very punctual kind and respectful!

- Teri S.

Shawn P.

5.0

Shawn provided warm, skilled and extremely attentive care for my mom. (Mom has a brain disease and requires both day and night care, and help with all her activities of daily living.) Shawn treated mom like a family member. She carefully following our instructions about keeping mom clean, dry, safe,...

- Christa T.

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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