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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Perth Amboy, NJ
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 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: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Amanda was an amazing Nanny and addition to our family for two years. When I first hired her, I thought I was just getting essentially a babysitter but my two kids (10 months and 3 years old ) got a second mother when I couldn't be around. I can never express...
Holly P.
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
Mary M.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 15+ years of experience in direct care for seniors and individuals with developmental disabilities.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Angelica S.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$17-23/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
Elodie 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, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(3)
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:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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
(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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(3)
My name is Violeta. I am a certified home health aide. 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. I have worked in NYC, Westport, CT and New Jersey. Through...
Violeta can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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...
Lisa Z.
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Overall, Taiyanna was/is an amazing Babysitter. She did a great job taking care of our 1 year old and 5 year old while I was working. She was punctual, dependable, respectful and engaged the kids which gave us peace of mind. I strongly recommend her to anyone who...
Sharon P.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Monica! I have 3+ years of experience with children of all ages. I have a big family so I've been babysitting since I was about 13 years old. Outside of family, I started babysitting for pay when I was in high school, mostly summertime. I have a little experience with children who have special needs. In the past year and...
Monica can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Monica is very sweet with our kids. She is helpful around the house. She goes above and beyond what is asked which is greatly appreciated."
Rebekah P.
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...
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Kathy was great. During the interview, she played games with my son and was very interactive. I don't even think my son realized she was teaching him things like his numbers and colors, etc. My son really took to her quickly!"
Staci L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
In addition to my listed experience, I have also worked with children with special needs. I worked in residential care, and in the classroom at a school for children with special needs.
My experiences include recreation assistant, life coach, and daily care assistance. I have also volunteered in leadership for Girl Scouts,...
Toniann P.
Old Bridge, NJ
$22-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi! I'm Toniann, but prefer to be called Toni! I've been actively babysitting since 15 years old and I am also a swim coach for special needs athletes. My most recent experience was as a Nanny for a now 1-year-old child. I began working with this family when she was about 6/7 months old doing everything from bottle feedings,...
Toniann can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Toni has been a caring, dependable, kind, and lovely presence for my daughter since she started nannying for us when my daughter was about 8 mos old. My daughter lights up when Toni gets to our house and I trust Toni completely. She is attentive, fun, and engaging...
Julie E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working as a direct caregiver for a classroom of 16 adults ranging in age from 19-40 who have severe mental and physical disabilities. I am responsible for planning and executing group activities as well as individual activities such as arts and crafts, exercise, lessons, and field trips. I also prepare and...
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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.
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.
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.
Katie B.
5.0
She is very patient and understands the population.
- Robin J.
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