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Special needs caregivers in Mount Royal, NJ

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Alicia C.


Somerdale, NJ

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! A little about me; Between my husband & I, we have a blended family with 5 children ranging in the ages of 3-11. We have 2 girls, both 9, & 3 boys, ages 4, 11, and 12. I also have experience with special needs children as my 12-year-old is high functioning autistic. In my free time, I enjoy playing & coaching softball,...
Alicia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alicia is one of the very few people I've found that can safely keep watch over my twins and keep them both engaged and happy in fun and educational activities. My girls didn't wanna leave from her home and beg to go back. She's very attentive and cares for kids...

Brandy G.

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Pangaea S.


Philadelphia, PA

$22-50/hr7 yrs exp

Well Rounded Student With Child, Pet And Home Care Experience, References And Clearances Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Pangaea and I am a local nanny and pre med student! I live in the Center City/South Philadelphia neighborhood. I've been a nanny for the last 7 years with lots of experience with newborn and toddlers! I love my job more than anything! I also give night nursing care, pet sitting and house sitting! I'm very...
Pangaea can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Pangaea is one of our regular babysitters - punctual, communicative, and reliable. She's also warm & loving with our young children, ages 1-4. I trust her with my kids and my home. Highly recommended."

Liz W.

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Towana M.


Philadelphia, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing And Hospice Assistant

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I believe my qualifications and experience make me the ideal candidate for this job. I have over 20 years of nursing experience in personal care and rehabilitation for hundreds of patients. I am very reliable, responsible, and compassionate, and I specialize in providing comfort care and emotional support for my patients and...
Towana can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I had a rental property occupied by a woman who grew elderly during her many years of residence. The occupant's daughter hired Towana for senior home care and many of my worries about safety and everyday living for the tenant were put to rest. As I told Towana,...

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Mary F.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver for Infants and Toddlers

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a licensed nurse, looking for a change of pace. My career in nursing has provided me with 25 years of experience, caring for people in an acute care setting, as well as in their homes. Additionally, I have been fortunate to have had the pleasure of working in a facility for children with special needs. The children that...
5.0
"We have known Mary for over two years and she has always gone above and beyond our expectations with the level of care she provides for our children. She is dedicated, hard working, and devoted to our family. She creates a safe and loving environment that allows us...

Mark S.

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Katie M.


Philadelphia, PA

$40-50/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am not taking new clients at this time and will update my availability as new openings are available. Registered Occupational Therapist I have experience caring for individuals from 3 months to 80+ years old, including children/adolescents with developmental disabilities, adults/elderly with physical, developmental, and...
5.0
"Katie worked with us for a year providing personal care assistance to our son who has Cerebral Palsy, and who uses a power wheelchair and augmentative communication device. Katie handled the physical requirements of the role extremely well, which included feeding,...

Chris H.

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Patrick C.


Philadelphia, PA

$50-65/hr10 yrs exp

Elementary Special Ed Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there- My name is Patrick! I am an elementary special education teacher with over a decade of teaching experience and plenty more background working with children. I've worked with various special needs in children, including severe ADHD, ASD, ODD, bipolar, and cerebral palsy. Outside of the classroom, I am passionate about...
5.0
"Patrick does a great job tutoring my daughter. I see the progress and it's awesome. Patrick is patient and stern at the same time and my daughter responds really well to his teaching style"

Rakeli S.

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Joy M.


Philadelphia, PA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider And Nurture Caregiver.

My name is Joy. I am proud to say that I have 25yrs experience of raising children, and advocating for youth with special needs. I currently work as an on-call PCA with headstart students diagnosed with developmental delay, autism, and individuals with emotional, and behavioral diagnoses as well. I have all up to date clearances...
Joy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Joy has the incredible ability to make everybody she comes to contact with feel at ease. My children came to me and said that she was family barely a week after meeting her. I would like for everyone to know that she has great insight about health, security,...

Tambu M.

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Rachael R.


Blackwood, NJ

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

A Happy Childhood Lasts A Lifetime .

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, patient , and outgoing I like working with kids because I'm patient they make my day better . I'm looking for a job that stability, and a bond that I can build . I started working with kids when I became an aunt at 17. Worked at 2 daycares and worked with special needs kids on a...
5.0
"Rachael has built a special bond with my daughter over the last few months and as well as with me. Rachael is very considerate and helps out with additional house keeping when needed. Rachael keeps our very active 2.5 year old busy and ready for bed by the time I...

Laura N.

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Megan C.


Blackwood, NJ

$19/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have loved children since I was very young. I was a lifeguard for 4 years and am certified in CPR, first aid, and lifeguarding. I used to always take care of the kids at my swimclub, id babysit for the moms there on my off days which led to eventually starting to babysit. I then realized I was a natural with kids and started...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Worked for me as a lifeguard for 3 years. Always worked with children and was very good with them. Always on time, and certified CPR,First aid and lifeguard. Also was aware she had another nannying job for 2 years with two little girls, she brought them to the swim...

Abigail P.

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Tammy J.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Limited Part-time & Date Nights

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Available for limited part-time, date nights and potential backup care! Please message me directly as I do not book thru this site without talking to the parents first for safety reasons! I have over 25 years of experience working directly with child development as a private nanny! Over the last 12 years I have specifically...
Tammy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We are so beyond thankful to have found Tammy. Our daughter loves her so much. We instantly trusted her to provide the best care possible for our baby girl and she far exceeded our expectations each day. She is very experienced and knowledgeable and it truly shows...

Rosemary O.

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Marchei Q.


Blackwood, NJ

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Responsible, Caring, Bilingual Nanny

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone. I am Marchei, I am 31 years old and a loving mother of a 11-year-old girl. I have worked with kids with autism and special needs. I am also certified by the American Heart Association CPR, first aid, and emergency care. I love activities, the outdoors, table games, arts and crafts, learning through play,...
Marchei can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Marchei is not a simple nanny. She is the best person who cared for both my children who are 2 and 3 years old. I would even say that she is better than our own parents because she is both sweet and firm. She taught them Spanish, she loved them, cared for them,...

Jennifer T.

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Yasmeen B.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-26/hr14 yrs exp

Hired by 33 families in your neighborhood

I've been a childcare provider for 14 years because my passion lies in nurturing children's growth and development. I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and thrive. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I love coming up with fun and engaging activities for children. I am also...
Yasmeen can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Yasmeen is a fantastic nanny. She is loving, caring, smart, experienced, punctual, and very trustworthy. Would definitely hire her again!"

Noga S.

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Sarah F.


Swedesboro, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

COTA/L To Work As A Personal Assistant And Home Manager

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have worked in the school system, in home setting, and as a rehabilitative driving specialist assisting/teaching the pediatric population with special needs and varying conditions. On a personal note I have family members who are special needs with whom I've assisted long term. In addition, I've worked with the geriatric...
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Angelica K.


Darby, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant: Available Weekends Only: Every Sat & Every Other Sun

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Currently working with Autistic teenager with tuberous sclerosis have been his aide for 3 yrs and am seeking weekend work on my days off
5.0
"She is awesome and such a caring person!!! I am so grateful to have her. She is a gem"

Karen G.

I would describe myself as intelligent, compassionate, devoted, reliable and caring, I am a professional with over 20 years of experience in healthcare working with the elderly and children and adolescents. My background includes extensive familiarity in different aspects of the healthcare field, my abilities work as a team...
Estella can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Tricia B.


Ridley Park, PA

$12-21/hr7 yrs exp

Companion

I have worked in with adults and children with special needs. I have assisted with personal care laundry and meals for special needs adults and an elderly friend,good Companion.
Tricia can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care
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Mia V.


Glassboro, NJ

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi my name is Mia! I'm currently a senior at Rowan University and will be graduating in May with a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology. I previously worked at a daycare teaching children 6 weeks to 5 years old. Currently work at a special needs school with students ages 3 to 23 years old. Upon graduation the listed availability...
Mia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Larissa S.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter/Caregiver

1.0

(1)

At my last job, I watched after children and sometimes adults with special needs. We were required to assist with feeding, bathing, medication, changing, diapers, entertaining, and dealing with difficult behaviors i. e. aggression. I had a 1 on 1 match up to a 1 on 4. I am CPR and first aid certified. I was also trained to know...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sophie F.


Blackwood, NJ

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have 6 years of experience caring for children. I am familiar with caring for Special Needs children, as well as those that have other disabilities. I love being able to help out where needed around the house as well!
Sophie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Lauren Z.


Philadelphia, PA

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

Energetic, Passionate, And Experienced Caregiver For Hire!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Lauren, and I have a profound passion for working with children! My background as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) working with both kiddos with special needs and older folks has provided me ample experience caring for those with diverse needs and abilities. I also am an aunt myself, who regularly...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mount Royal, NJ

Alicia C.

5.0

Alicia is one of the very few people I've found that can safely keep watch over my twins and keep them both engaged and happy in fun and educational activities. My girls didn't wanna leave from her home and beg to go back. She's very attentive and cares for kids genuinely.

- Brandy G.

Pangaea S.

5.0

The first time I left my infant with anyone who wasn't family or a close friend, it was with Pangaea- who then shortly after felt like both! She made us feel so at ease, showed up early, helped with anything we needed and kept us updated the whole time we were out - with photos (I didn't even ask...

- Lisa G.

Towana M.

5.0

I had a rental property occupied by a woman who grew elderly during her many years of residence. The occupant's daughter hired Towana for senior home care and many of my worries about safety and everyday living for the tenant were put to rest. As I told Towana, "You made my life easier in so many...

- Care member

Mary F.

5.0

We have known Mary for over two years and she has always gone above and beyond our expectations with the level of care she provides for our children. She is dedicated, hard working, and devoted to our family. She creates a safe and loving environment that allows us to leave the home every day...

- Mark S.

Katie M.

5.0

Katie worked with us for a year providing personal care assistance to our son who has Cerebral Palsy, and who uses a power wheelchair and augmentative communication device. Katie handled the physical requirements of the role extremely well, which included feeding, toileting, dressing, etc. Just as...

- Chris H.

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