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Kathleen K.


Clark, NJ

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a college graduate and I have worked with a variety of children with special needs. I am honest and trustworthy. I love all kinds of children.
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Tahira R.


Staten Island, NY

$16-40/hr10 yrs exp

I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
5.0
"Tahiti was on time, congenial, caring, and careful. I highly recommend her!"

Susan S.

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Michelle R.


Dunellen, NJ

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Encourages Laughter

My motto is there is always something to smile and laugh about. I have worked with many types of people while working on an ambulance for the last 10 years. I have been trained in emergency medical situations and continue my education through courses yearly. I feel that working with people in any aspect comes down to one thing,...
5.0
"Michelle is extremely reliable, friendly and honest! She would be an asset to any family, she's wonderful with children to the elderly, and everyone in between!! She's an outstanding EMT, with years of experience. Michelle would be an asset to whom ever hires her."

Brigid F.

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Tiffany W.


Plainfield, NJ

$15-35/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Speical Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over 8 years of experience working with special needs clients ranging from children as well as adults. I am skilled in working with varied handicapping conditions. I have the ability to deal with any difficult situation with consideration as well as care. It is very important to me that all my clients feel special and needs are...
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Camelia M.


Woodbridge, NJ

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Patient And Caring With Good Communication Skills

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities and physically abused at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French nonprofit organization "L'École de clown" where I was...
5.0
"Camelia was hired as a nanny to take care of my baby about one year of age for nine months. Camelia is very caring and have great interactions with my daughter. My daughter enjoyed play time with Camelia and looked forward for when Camelia arrives. Camelia is also...

Michelle M.

I have always loved being around children since I can remember growing up with taking care of my younger cousins throughout my childhood. I have worked with kids and special needs since high school where I volunteered for a special needs program called BIC. I never felt like it was work for me but a rewarding experience to be...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have 15 years of experience working with children. Between being a camp counselor during the summer to being an instructional aide at an elementary school, taking care and working with children has become a passion. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I love working with children with disabilities and special needs,...
Matthew can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jenna M.


Roselle Park, NJ

$25-35/hr

Paraprofessional

Hello, I am an quiet but energetic paraprofessional for the Plainfield NJ School District. I am currently in college and looking for a full or part time caregiver role in Union NJ, Manhattan NY, or the surrounding areas. Most of my experience is with special needs children ages 4-11, specifically children with autism, ADHD,...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands, live-in home care
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Alissa W.


Westfield, NJ

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

Happy Helper

Hi everyone, my name is Alissa! I am attending graduate school for speech language pathology and I plan to work in pediatrics. I have 6 years of babysitting children with special needs, children going through a difficult time in their lives and those with speech delays. I have babysay ages 3 to 11 and I truly believe that being...
Alissa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
5.0
"Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly anticipates their time together. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a trustworthy babysitter."

Jonaliza C.

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Teresa K.


Colonia, NJ

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

I am currently A one on one support for a special needs child in first grade in Woodbridge Township school district. I love my job and I love giving children and their families the help they need. I have been in the childcare business since 2016 and it is definitely my passion. I do want to go back to school and get credits to...
Teresa can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
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Molly B.


Piscataway, NJ

$14-16/hr4 yrs exp

I Am Very Outgoing And Open-minded.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked at a summer recreation camp as a teen and adult counselor for the past 4 years. I have also taught 1st graders CCD for one year. I babysat two 6-year-old twins and a puppy in the past part time 6 hours a day for two months. I also have a special needs sister who I take care of, so I am very used to helping someone eat,...
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, which led me to become a childcare provider. I have two years of experience caring for children of various ages, from infants to preteens. My patient and friendly nature helps me create a nurturing environment for children to learn and thrive. I believe in open...
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Heather A.


Somerset, NJ

$22-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time HelpAvailable

I have worked with special needs seniors in my internship and I helped them to do everyday tasks. I have been a nanny and house manger for years so I'm use to doctors appointment running errands , dropping off , light straightening up and lending helping had where needed. I enjoy pets and I love hearing stories of the clients...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, dementia, meal prep
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Barbara T.


Carteret, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Licensed Practical Nurse

I share my knowledge and medical experiences with all patients. I believe they should receive the best possible care every human deserves. Licensed Nurse. 52 years old.
It is very interesting to take care of individuals with special needs and I have been volunteering in the special olympics since I was a kid and have been working in counseling offices for adolescents and teens as a young adult. Recently have moved on to working with older adults with Alzheimer's and dementia as well as DDD and...
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Sheralyn C.


Cranford, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Patient, Reliable, And Professional Caregiver For Special Needs Children And Adults

Hi families! My name is Sheralyn. I'm a former special education teacher with over 20 years experience with people of all ages. I'm available for companion and respite care, as well as teaching daily living skills and academic enrichment. I'm also a mom of a child with special needs, so I know the challenges that can arise at...
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Kayla K.


Clark, NJ

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hi my name is Kayla. I'm an energetic, creative, reliable, honest, team player and positive college student holding my Associates in Science who loves working with kids and strives to some day in the future be a public school teacher. I'm also flexible with my hours and am CPR as well as First Aid certified. I am currently...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ashley K.


Mountainside, NJ

$55-70/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate Special Educator With A Wealth Of Experience

At the age of 17, I began working with autistic children. I felt blessed to have found my passion and obtained my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education, Special Education and Early Childhood Education. After a few years of working in a nearby public school, I decided to leave my full-time job to pursue my Master's Degree in...
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Alexandra P.


Bound Brook, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience With Seniors And People special needs With Disabilities And Children.

Hello everyone, I'm a very responsible, honest, respectful, and loving person who has experience working with seniors and people with disabilities as well as children. I worked with many Seniors with Alzheimer's and Dementia disease as well. I have a Humanitarian Award and have received many certificates and training. My...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver with 6 years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and friendly nature, combined with my creativity and imagination, allows me to create a fun and educational environment for children of all ages. I'm comfortable caring for up to four children at a time ranging...
Gisselle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Metuchen, NJ

Tahira R.

5.0

She is so caring and nice.she deals with all the stuff very patiently and she is always willing to help me

- Uzma S.

Michelle R.

5.0

Michelle is extremely reliable, friendly and honest! She would be an asset to any family, she's wonderful with children to the elderly, and everyone in between!! She's an outstanding EMT, with years of experience. Michelle would be an asset to whom ever hires her.

- Brigid F.

Camelia M.

5.0

Camelia was hired as a nanny to take care of my baby about one year of age for nine months. Camelia is very caring and have great interactions with my daughter. My daughter enjoyed play time with Camelia and looked forward for when Camelia arrives. Camelia is also very attentive to when diaper...

- Michelle M.

Alissa W.

5.0

Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly anticipates their time together. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a trustworthy babysitter.

- Jonaliza C.

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