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Special needs caregivers in Northfield, NJ

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Grace M.


Northfield, NJ

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Grace. All four years of high school, I was an aid for children with special needs. I fell In love with helping the day I started. My job was to help the children with social skills, job skills, and how to be more independent for the future. The high school teens loved me and I adored them. I am very passionate...
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Emma R.


Northfield, NJ

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Child Or Adult Care

I have a B. S. in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology as well as an M. A. In Speech Language Pathology. I currently work with the adult/geriatric population however I have 15 years of experience caring for children via babysitting, nannying, and school clinicals. I am also a lucky mother of two toddlers!
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Dolly R.


Northfield, NJ

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

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13 years experience working with children diagnosed with developmental disabilities through the ARC of Atlantic County.
Not only I am the mother of a special needs adult child, but have also worked with children and adults diagnosed with developmental disabilities through the ARC of Atlantic County for 13 years. I have over 30 years of professional and personal experience working with the elderly, including my father who is diagnosed with...
Dolly can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Emily R.


Ventnor City, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Will Love Like They're My Own

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of two children six and 9 years old. I took babysitting classes at the YMCA and my first job was a camp counselor at a special needs adolescent camp. I also attended parenting classes before my first child's birth at the children's home society. Although my CNA HHA and CMA certificates have recently lapsed due to...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"My baby had the BEST time with Emily!! Emily was on time, kind, understanding-I am personally terrible at delegating and asking for help but Emily swooped in and accomplished everything needed without skipping a beat. She even entertained my crazy husky while baby...

Marissa J.

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Rylee F.


Brigantine, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rylee and I am nearly finished my Master's in speech-language pathology at the University of Virginia. I am looking to provide childcare services on either a full or part time basis until 8/19. I have over a decade of experience providing childcare and love working with children of all ages. I have also worked as...
Rylee can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Robin P.


Brigantine, NJ

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Child Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I am a fun-loving mom of three older children, ages 34, 29, and 22 years old. I worked in an elementary school and middle school as a teacher's assistant for special needs children for six years. I have also worked for the YMCA summer camp and after school kids care program for 2 years, and have babysat for neighborhood...
Robin can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Robin is an absolutely wonderful person and it was truly a pleasure having her be my son's full-time babysitter for the past 2 years. I felt very comfortable with her immediately and most importantly she had a connection with my son that is very hard to find these...

Lisa K.

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Jonathan D.


Egg Harbor Township, NJ

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have many years of experience working with both special needs as well as neuro-typical children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. I have worked with individuals ranging in age from 6 months to over 21 years. I am vested in the successes and accomplishments with whom I work with, some families I have worked with for over...
Jonathan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I think Jonathan has a lot of experience and professionalism when it comes to caring for children and adolescents with special needs. He moved to another area and we miss him !!!!"

Anna L.

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Taisha W.


Atlantic City, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver and Companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

At my last senior care job, my responsibility was to administer medication, cook all meals, clean the Kitchen, do the laundry, bathe client and get her dressed, do her hair, assist with going to bathroom on and off toilet/commode, change diaper overnight, transport in wheel chair or assist her with walker, change bed linen...
Taisha can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Tai was very reliable even though we needed her at the last minute to take care of my mother with dementia. I would highly recommend her and if I need another care giver in the future, I would choose her again! Thanks Tai"

Jessica P.

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Jonathan D.


Egg Harbor Township, NJ

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Male Caregiver With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have many years of experience working with both special needs as well as neurotypical children, adolescents, young adults and adults. I have worked with individuals ranging in age from 6 months to over 21 years. I gain a vested interest in the successes and accomplishments of those that I come to work with, some families I...
5.0
"Jonathan is great! He has a ton of experience as a caretaker, has super laid back personality yet is very diligent, and pretty flexible when it comes to hours. He's been a perfect fit for me as a personal care assistant at Princeton University! So if you're looking...

David L.

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Abir E.


Ventnor City, NJ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Seeking For A Position Where I Can Maximize W

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified caregiver licensed , 10 years experience working for elderly patients at home. My Duties are assistance with dressing, help with bathing, on time medication administrator and driving to doctors appointment. I love cooking , light housekeeping, laundry etc... if you looking for home caregiver for your loved ones...
Abir can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Abir worked with both of my parents on and off for an over a period of several years. She is kind, caring, and compassionate. She treated my parents with the upmost respect. Rest, assured that if you hire her, you have someone trustworthy and loyal. We will always...

Paula S.

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Caroline G.


Somers Point, NJ

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Creative & Caring Sitter :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Caroline. I'm 23 years old and have been in childcare for about 5 years. I currently work as an aide for special needs children. Childcare and art are my passions! I'm CPR/first aid certified and I have experience with infants through school ages, but most experienced with infants to toddlers. I'm currently...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Nena M.


Brigantine, NJ

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver, my passion lies in positively impacting children's lives and supporting families. My passion has always been with kids, and my day to day job I work with children with special needs as an aba therapist. With three years of experience, I provide reliable childcare for up to two children, aged 0-11. I maintain...
Nena can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
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Kyesha H.


Atlantic City, NJ

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

About Me

My name is Kyesha I am a 19-year-old assistant teacher at a preschool in margate Nj. I work with 6- 11-month-olds from 9:30-5:30 Monday-Friday. I am also an advocate for special needs kids at a summer camp called camp by the sea. I love being able to work with all ages groups and being able to experience all different...
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Kristalyn S.


Somers Point, NJ

$20-25/hr

You Won't Find A Better Caregiver!

I have many years of experience with children and adults with special needs. I am very comfortable taking any any case, no matter how advanced. I am very kind and patient by nature and could provide the absolute best care for your family member or loved one.
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Rachel F.


Atlantic City, NJ

$21/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Adventure Creator

I have 5 nieces/nephews, so I am used to being left alone with little kids and caring for their needs. I know how to deal with special need kids, since my brother and niece have autism. I am a certified medical assistant/CPR certified, I was a home health aid about 2 years ago so I'm trained to caring for others needs. I am also...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Biyonka M.


Atlantic City, NJ

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Helping Those In Need.

Cerebral Palsy, Epilepsy, Seizures, Alzheimer I cared for them. And had Experience.
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Karen D.


Egg Harbor Township, NJ

$24/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs And Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have an extensive background with autistic clients in private homes as well as hospital settings. I am experienced with special needs and child care and household duties. I am a non smoker, comfortable with pets, fully COVID vaccinated, have an excellent driving record and am insured.
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Jordan W.


Ocean City, NJ

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Advocate

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Ever since I was young, I was helping children with special needs in and outside the classrooms. I have always been an advocate for people with special needs. I have volunteered for many organizations ranging from Buddy Ball, FACES (Families with Autistic Children Education and Support) Group, Assistant to a behaviorist and a...
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Samantha R.


Egg Harbor Township, NJ

$30-45/hr5 yrs exp

Home Health Aide/elder Aid

Hi everyone, my name is Samantha! I am 24 years old and am currently employed full time as a certified home health aid. I take care of an aunt of mine who was born with cerebral palsy and mental retardation, and later in life went blind. My job consists of everything from meal prep, to bathing, toileting/changing, feeding, to...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Northfield, NJ

Emily R.

5.0

My baby had the BEST time with Emily!! Emily was on time, kind, understanding-I am personally terrible at delegating and asking for help but Emily swooped in and accomplished everything needed without skipping a beat. She even entertained my crazy husky while baby napped. I will definitely be hiring...

- Marissa J.

Robin P.

5.0

Robin is amazing to say the least! Our family was beyond lucky to find Robin right as I was getting ready to go back to work from maternity leave. She watched my (at the time) 5 month old son from December- June 2023. I am a teacher and have summers off. We plan to continue having Robin watch our...

- Amanda K.

Jonathan D.

5.0

I think Jonathan has a lot of experience and professionalism when it comes to caring for children and adolescents with special needs. He moved to another area and we miss him !!!!

- Anna L.

Taisha W.

5.0

Tai was very reliable even though we needed her at the last minute to take care of my mother with dementia. I would highly recommend her and if I need another care giver in the future, I would choose her again! Thanks Tai

- Jessica P.

Jonathan D.

5.0

Jonathan has been assisting and caring for my 15 year old non verbal low functioning autistic son for several months now. All hours of the day and night. I refer to Jonathan as a superhero because he truly embodies all that a hero is for a family with autism. He is reliable and caring and has the...

- Marcia M.

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