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Although I'm in my 30's now, I have babysat, tutored, was a live-in Nanny, and volunteered / have experience working with Special Needs children all throughout my teens and 20's. As I'm now looking to become a mother myself one day, I'd like to utilize this time in my life to get back into child caring, because not only am I...
Tara can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Sonja M.
Asbury Park, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full/Part Time Certified Nursing Assistant, Available For Employment
4.9
(13)
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: Dementia, respite care, home modification, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Sonja is a very hardworking person that shows each client compassion,empathy and respect and she willing to go the extra mile to help anyone in need."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Renee and I am a holistic caregiver, specializing in assisting family members with behavioral, psychiatric and developmental challenges. There is a lot of education and degrees alongside my 25 years of professional experience, but my best asset to your family really is my attitude. I bring a lot of positivity...
5.0
"Renee has been amazing. My kids adore her. She has been a life saver. She keeps the kids busy and engaged. Definitely recommend for any family."
Michael L.
Margaret S.
Neptune, NJ
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Specialized Companion In Social & Emotional Support
5.0
(3)
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, respite care, dementia, errands, companionship, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Maggie first came to work for us when my mother was returning from rehab after she had broken her hip about six years ago. She was mobile but slowed down and needed some help in the morning and companionship throughout the day. My mother had come to live with me...
Care member
Caroline S.
Long Branch, NJ
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love children and enjoy teaching, crafting, reading.
I have been a nanny to infant and older children. And I'm a mother of a 7 years old girl and a 10 years old special needs boy.
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Very very nice and is really sweet. Extremely dependable and reliable. Always on time and goes above and beyond for my son."
Dorothy A.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of grown children. My career was not in childcare but I have had much experience working with children. Along with raising my three children and being very involved with all their activities I taught CCD (Sunday school) for 14 years. In doing so I had to go through all state mandated child abuse and safety courses....
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Nicole is wonderful and such a help to our family! We have worked together since my son was 4 months old. It is very clear to me that working with babies and children is a passion. She has demonstrated tremendous responsibility in taking care of our baby and going...
Jaime R.
5.0
(4)
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, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kristen provided backup care for my 3 month old son when my regular sitter was out of town. She was awesome. I work from home and all I heard was my baby happily cooing away at her all day. Also, when he napped she got him to sleep in his crib which is really hard...
Sharon L.
Lindsay W.
Highlands, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
15+ yrs of experience with children ranging from 3 months - teens, CPR certified, animal lover, special needs experience, happy to pick-up/drop-off, cook, laundry/light cleaning, bathe and prep for bed, homework help, hands-on with activities (sports/games/crafts), dual MBA in Finance & Marketing.
Lindsay can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lindsay is a very loving and caring young woman She is very athletic and is great with children.Lindsay is very smart and she always strives to succeed "
Barbara W.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have a wide range of experience caregiving. I have cared for individuals from a few months of age to 21 in both clinical and nonclinical settings. At the age of 12 I began babysitting, and over time have worked as a clinical assistant at a neurobehavioral unit for children, as an aide in a classroom for those with special...
Ginamarie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Ginamarie is absolutely wonderful! She's caring, friendly, responsible, and goes out of her way to come up with educational and fun activities for my now two-year-old daughter. Ginamarie has been our babysitter/nanny for almost 2 years and we have not regretted a...
Laura R.
5.0
(2)
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
"Margaret is great . Our Dogs are both rescued street dogs who have trust issues with most people. Margaret is the only person we have hired who has ever been able to keep them calm and happy when we are away. Her positivity and warmth has made traveling 100% less...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience caring for multiple families' children of all ages. I can help with any duties around the house, schoolwork, pets, and am comfortable with any age child. I also have experience with special needs. I have a car and am able to help with driving or picking up. I am comfortable with cooking and cleaning....
Mackenzie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mackenzie was kind and patient with my daughter, who loved spending the day with her and can't wait to do it again. "
Melissa L.
Kelly O.
Eatontown, NJ
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
EasterSeals APPROVED Caregiver (CNA, CHHA, RYT & Rated By Clients As 5 Stars)
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am looking for a position where I can help lighten the load of the family with caring, compassionate aid, for themselves or their loved one. I am currently available to discuss openings in my schedule to provide care.
5.0
"Kelly has worked for about a year, for my disabled non verbal daughter who is twenty one years old. Kelly works about 3 to 4 hours a week, she is a kind personal care assistant whom provides walks out in the community, safety fall protection, library visits,...
Kathleen F.
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...
Felice P.
Red Bank, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Felice. I am a mother of two. My son is 16 and on the autistic spectrum. He is a joy and a pleasure. It has been a honor raising such a wonderful child. My daughter is 14 and my best friend. I love being their mom. I have much knowledge on people with special needs and typical child development. I have taught art,...
Felice can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Felice has been such a blessing to our family. My son was 9 months old when Felice started working with us and he was very, very attached to me (mom). She had a wonderful way of letting him get used to her without pushing him. She let him come around on his own...
Whitney Z.
5.0
(1)
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, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
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.
5.0
(8)
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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...
Care member
Bette B.
Long Branch, NJ
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am currently a part-time college student. During high school, I completed a Certified Nurses Aide program through vocational school. I am caring, nurturing, trustworthy and passionate about my work. I truly loved my time spent in nursing homes during my clinical training and really enjoy working with the elderly and disabled....
5.0
"Bette is a responsible, caring and friendly girl. She cares deeply and is very passionate about her health care career. She can easily put a smile on your face and brighten your day. She is honest and dependable. Need some company or help with your activities of...
Bari B.
5.0
(1)
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:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
I am the director of a memory care/dementia/Alzheimer floor in an assisted living facility. I have worked with Parkinson patients, cancer patients and those with advanced dementia and Alzheimer. My focus is with the elder population as I have felt that they have often been overlooked and that they need intensive compassionate,...
5.0
"Ann cared for my father on a part time basis from 2011 when he was still living at home until he passed away in an assisted living facility in 2015. Because of a shortage of staff in this otherwise very good facility, I asked Ann if she would still help with his...
Dr. C.
Good morning! I'm Ashley, a passionate massage therapist and nanny seeking a Mon-Fri position. I'm certified in CPR, AED, and first aid, and skilled at connecting with children, including those with special needs. I take pride in being a trusted family member and creating a fun, engaging environment for your little ones.
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Oceanport, NJ
Sonja M.
5.0
Sonja came to support us at a critical time, my sister was put on hospice. She was became part of the family immediately. She knew how to navigate the healthcare system in the hospital and assisted living. She took a great burden from our family while we went through the process of saying goodbye to...
- Care member
Renee D.
5.0
Renee has been amazing. My kids adore her. She has been a life saver. She keeps the kids busy and engaged. Definitely recommend for any family.
- Michael L.
Margaret S.
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 absolute gem of a person. Maggie...
- Care member
Caroline S.
5.0
Very very nice and is really sweet. Extremely dependable and reliable. Always on time and goes above and beyond for my son.
- Dorothy A.
Nicole B.
5.0
Nicole has been such a wonderful caregiver for our daughter who is 15 months old. We never had someone who wasn't family watch her so this was a new process for us, but instantly I knew Nicole would be an amazing fit for us. I feel completely at ease knowing my daughter is being taken care of so...
- Gabby G.
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