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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Perth Amboy, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Perth Amboy, NJ
Amanda R.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I live in Newark, NJ and I am a creative, compassionate, and positive person with about three and a half years experience in child care. I have experience working with multiple families! I have worked with newborns, toddlers, special needs, as well as helped with meal prep and animal care. I also don't smoke and have my...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Amanda is a super sweet, reliable and patient caregiver. She takes care of my baby boy since he was 4 months old and does really well with meeting all his needs. We're very happy we found her! "
Care member
Nichole F.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
With 12+ years of working with children of a variety of different abilities and ages, I have found a passion in building position connections with children. I am extremely knowledgeable with ABA therapy, fine motor skills, and so much more. I am passionate and compassionate, as well as tough in a strong positive way. I love to...
Amanda R.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$20-26/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello!
I have experience working with kids of the ages of 13-18 with mental illness, developmental disabilities and autism!
I am a quick learner and would just like to be of help in your home :)
Best regards,
Amanda
Nichole F.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$27-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello Beautiful People! I wanted to briefly describe the type of person I am as well as my many years of experience. I am fun, energetic and artistic. I love to always incorporate some kind of educational lesson in everything I do while having fun of course. I love science experiments, crafts, and tons of dancing but love a good...
Nichole can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hi! My name is Janisbell. I am an 18-year-old college student. I am responsible, reliable, trustworthy, patient, and I have good experience with child care since I am heavily involved with taking care of my siblings. I also have a sibling with special needs and I am very involved in his care. I am embarking in a job in child...
Janisbell can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Angelica S.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a childcare provider with a passion for nurturing young minds, I strive to create a safe and stimulating environment where children can thrive. With seven years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for up to three children of all ages.
My friendly and patient nature allows me to connect with children easily. Through...
Angelica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Diana C.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a dedicated caregiver passionate about providing support and well-being to those in need. My experience includes caring for children, the elderly, and individuals with special needs. I am empathetic, patient, and reliable, creating safe and welcoming environments for my clients. I have knowledge of first aid and am...
Diana can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Ellie G.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi I am Ellie :)
As a nanny, we are often put in a situation where we spend more time with the children than the respective parents. To an extent this causes limited confusion with the child. The child begins to look at us as if we are the parent! I see this as a constant reminder of the innocence each child possesses. I adore...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I really enjoy being around kids, teaching and also learning from them. children. I'm responsible, patient, creative, active and dedicated in child development. My Physiotherapy course allowed me to have theoretical knowledge and experiences with special needs kids too. I like to collaborate in the children's growth and...
Mariana can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dependable Honest Reliable baby sitter and senior care enjoy working with children do activity prepare snack dinner help with home work do activity ready for bed experience with special needs children CMA, CPR, CHHA, CNA love working with children & adult now I'm available over night and mornings I never had covid19 and I'm...
Manjit can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Manjit is very reliable and dependable. She helped with picking and dropping off my 4 year daughter and is good with children as well. "
Ash R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7+ years of experience working with individuals with various special needs ages ranging from birth to 12 years old. I have years of experience babysitting. I have received numerous valuable training from my previous employers, specially being a certified chef I can quickly adapt and learn new things.
Gina can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"My daughter loves her ! I refuse to let anyone else watch my daughter if she's not available "
Vanessa M.
5.0
(3)
I have always enjoyed working with the elderly people. I have great respect for their wisdom and really listen to their needs and concerns. Thus, I was assisting seniors as a live-in/live-out aide for over 20 years. Through my years of service I have acquired a great deal of experience and outstanding references. In the past, I...
Violeta can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She is an excellent caregiver. Very caring and trustworthy. During the years while she was taking care of my limited mobility father she provided the best care. Always exceeding our expectations and stepping out of her personal life to put the needs and necessities...
Daniel R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 27-year-old middle school language arts teacher living in Woodbridge, NJ. I AM FULLY COVID-19 VACCINATED!! I have my bachelor's degree in English and my Master's in Teaching with certifications in k-6, special ed., and middle school (5-8) language arts. Personally, I have worked with children for as long as I can...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the boys to the library, the park, to get ice cream after camp. Melissa became part of our family and she will...
Ariya V.
Katie B.
Old Bridge, NJ
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(5)
I have worked in the DDD and mental health fields for over 10 years. I have been a job coach to all kinds of different people, including autistic, TBI patients, and mentally challenged.
5.0
"My son was a resident at a program in NJ. She was very kind to my son and he thinks of her as a friend to this day. When I brought him home to live in his own apartment she traveled to see him and his place. Katie is a caring person. I believe you can count on her...
Joyce O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
When it comes to children I enjoy the fact that you have a chance to teach them and they teach you as well! Seeing the world through a child's eyes is an experience like no other. I am a student looking for work while in school studying to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Below are some of my strongest skills
-Patient...
Taiyanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Tai is a great nanny! She’s been with our now 2yr old since he was 6mo. She’s patient with him, takes him out for walks and library visits, and does a great job playing with him. She promotes his learning through play and lots of reading. He loves her. "
Kate B.
Rebecca S.
South River, NJ
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Diligent College Grad With Experience With Special Needs
5.0
(1)
I am a certified Elementary teacher. I have taught PreK with 3 and 4-year-olds for three years, 3rd grade for 1 year, and 2nd grade for 1 year. I have experience working with children with special needs from all of those settings. I have also provided respite care for families with children with special needs who need consistent...
4.4
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 12 years experience babysitting. I have worked with special needs children for over 5 years. I am great with Small children and pre teens. I love the outdoors, great with baking and creative projects. I am Currently a licensed Insurance agent with The Hartford but I am looking to rejoin the Nanny force. I truly enjoyed my...
Robyn can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Robyn is lovely. She is smart, calm, diligent and very patient. We feel lucky that she was available. "
Cassandra P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Nicole, I am 29years old. I have a lot of experience working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and Nannying since I was 18 years old. I am looking for a family who I can treat their child as one of my own and help the family with whatever they need. I also do house work; such as clean,...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I am one of her teachers and she is a very reliable student. I would highly recommend Nicole to anyone."
Ashley W.
Dorothy B.
Colonia, NJ
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Dorothy I have medical assistant certification from Sanford Brown Institute and also some sonography experience
great knowledge of human anatomy and holistic medicine if I meet your requirements please do not hesitate to contact me thank you and have great day
Cathi A.
Parlin, NJ
$38/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
I have extensive experience in the child care field, providing a loving, caring, and nurturing environment for children of all ages, from infants through early teens. Adaptable to special needs children and their care. I'm also a pet lover.
Cathi can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"As a single parent, I couldn't have raised such a great son without her. She was always there to support both my son and me. She has great values and I trusted every decision she made when my son was in her care. He is now 23 and both he and I still keep in...
Heidi C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Perth Amboy, NJ
Amanda R.
5.0
Amanda is a super sweet, reliable and patient caregiver. She takes care of my baby boy since he was 4 months old and does really well with meeting all his needs. We're very happy we found her!
- Care member
Manjit K.
5.0
She take care my son pick up drop off school and after school she come on time sometime stay later if I'm late give him bath
- Daljit S.
Gina D.
5.0
We came all the way from Cali for a wedding, we needed a babysitter for the day. Gina was amazing and punctual the boys got along with her just great.
I would definitely hire her again once I'm back in Jersey!
- Eric P.
Violeta P.
5.0
Violeta was employed by our family 2015-2017. During that time she cared for our invalid mother who was wheelchair bound. Violeta's duties included all mom's physical care, meal preparation, laundry and light house work. She drove my mother to doctor appointments and on daily errands using our...
- Lisa Z.
Melissa C.
5.0
Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the boys to the library, the park, to get ice cream after camp. Melissa became part of our family and she will always be. My boys adore her. We wish...
- Ariya V.
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