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Hi! I have 5 years of experience working with special kids such as physical disabilities and autism spectrum, etc. I am currently working at a special needs school since 2021. This includes ages 3-21-year-old, I have worked with all the different age groups around the school. Please reach out if I can be of any help, thank you!
Lauren S.
Somerville, NJ
$30-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
35 Yr Old Professional With Experience Caring For Type 1 Diabetes, special needs caregiver
35 yr old professional in Somerville. Have open availability due to a recent layoff.
Started as a mother's helper at 10, babysat all through high school, and nannied during college. Have continued to babysit on and off depending on the demands of my full time job. I've always loved children and prefer the contrast of...
Caitlin T.
Somerville, NJ
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have worked at a daycare for over three years now. I have had a good experience in taking care of infants and toddlers with disabilities, mainly Autism. I am very patient, kind and responsible.
I am a friendly, hardworking and dedicated babysitter. I currently work as a school psychologist and behaviorist in a Bergen County school. I have over 10 years of babysitting experience and love working with kids! I am looking for a summer job and occasional date night babysitting. I have a clean driving record, I do not smoke,...
Where can with children is fun even if they have special needs especially if they need help with their homework or if they're having a bad day, we'll just have fun in the park
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I have close to 9 years of experience with babysitting/care taking. I can help with Light Housekeeping. I worked as a preschool teacher for 3 years and I am now working as a caregiver at a school for special needs children. I am very experienced with a variety of ages and children, etc. I am also available on most weekends...
Gabrielle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Tamari D.
Somerville, NJ
$18-38/hr
Hello , my name is Tamari , I am a caregiver with experience working with both the elderly and people with autism, I worked as a volunteer in Germany for two years, in schools and also in special colleges, where I helped young people with special needs. Where I was given the opportunity to attend 21-day seminars with doctors and...
Lisa S.
Raritan, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Elementary & Special Ed Teacher Available For The Summer/Part Time School Year
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I am available evenings after 4 p.m. and weekends. I'm also available for overnights and weekends/weeks.
Below, you will find a little about me. I look forward to chatting as soon as you're able so you can get to know me better.
I look forward to hearing from you and talking about how I can accommodate you and your...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lisa is a TRUE professional. She is accepting and eager to help ALL children, regardless of their needs or differing abilities. Dependable, efficient, compassionate, reliable, and nurturing - you won't find a better caregiver elsewhere."
Erin V.
Florence L.
Somerset, NJ
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.1
(10)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Florence I have being a care giver for more than 10 years I have worked with all group of elderly people and in the nursing homes, rehabs, and private homes I can also do light house keeping I know how to cook, bathe, laundry, and clean the house. I have been working in the nursing homes. I love to work with people...
Florence can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She was FANTASTIC!! Both my parents who she cared for developed a special bond with her and felt so comfortable with her care. I knew that my parents were in the best care and it helped ease the stress me and my siblings went through. She became an extended part...
Care member
Alyssa T.
Middlesex, NJ
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm Alyssa! I'm a fun and super caring person that enjoys working with people of all ages. I have worked for many families that have children with disabilities along with adults and special needs aftercare programs. Looking forward to chatting with you!
Eric R.
Basking Ridge, NJ
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
20 years experience in France and Switzerland in handicap facilities, nursing homes, home health care agencies...
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience taking care of special needs individuals, children as well as some senior care over the last 20 years. I have experience taking of a special needs child with Downs syndrome for over a year and was a full time nanny for a toddler with special needs who was born 10 weeks premature and has hydrocephaly and...
Aditya S.
Hillsborough, NJ
$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Currently hold a BS in Biology with a concentration on Health Profession
My work experience consist of working with the elderly, individuals with disabilities and Autism with aggressive tendencies. Assisting ages from 4-28 from toileting, feeding, dressing and other hygiene needs. As a student in the health field, the goal is...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am honest, responsible, with ethics and very high moral values. I am good at caring for children, adults, or people with special needs. I am very affectionate and responsible with the children and responsible with their care. I like playing with them, reading, doing fun things. I like pets and nature. I would love to be able...
5.0
"Magnolia is terrific!
She's come to help our household with cleaning, organizing and has cared for our infant daughter when our nanny was ill. Magnolia is dependable, very hard working, smart and considerate. I've recommended her to friends to help with...
Yulieth P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For the past 10 years I have been a Special Education Paraprofessional working with students ages 2- 21.
Edna N.
Hillsborough, NJ
$13-49/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have at least 7 years of experience with helping seniors, children and people with special needs and disabilities. I am passionate, patient and a really energetic person. I love to volunteer and help a lot.
Natasha E.
Basking Ridge, NJ
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Fluent in ASL, great with all ages. Have worked with infants as young as 2 weeks old. As well as children and infants with medical and special needs. CPR certification, currently working in a hospital as a technician. Have a huge knowledge of...
Natasha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Natasha is amazing! Very punctual, professional and friendly. My 1year old loved to play with her!"
Patricia N.
4.4
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Melanie and I have been working with children for over 17 years. I am a Special Education Paraprofessional currently employed in the Hillsborough Public School district. I have experience with children/ young adults ages 2-23 ranging in different special needs. Since finding care. com I have done mostly...
Melanie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We have been working with Melanie for afterschool care, some meal preparation for my daughter and transportation to afterschool activities. My 9 year old daughter LOVES Melanie! We do too. Melanie is caring, responsible and communicative. Working with Melanie...
Care member
Jayde W.
Middlesex, NJ
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a compassionate and experienced caregiver, dedicated to providing exceptional care for your little ones. My journey into child care began at the young age of 16 when I started babysitting during my summers off.
Currently, I am in a Masters program at NYU working toward licensure to become a Licensed Mental Health Therapist....
Jayde can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hiring Jayde was my first experience using care.com and also trusting a stranger with my baby. I can say that I made no mistake! Jayde came into my home and loved on my 1 year old. She showed up in a good mood, and had plenty of patience. She became family pretty...
Naja K.
Katherine B.
South Bound Brook, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(21)
Hired by 33 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kathy and I have been a nanny and providing childcare for 20+ years. I am a mom of 5 adult children. My goals are to provide children in my care with a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment so that they feel happy, loved and secure. I believe children should be children and have fun while exploring the world...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Katherine is a natural with kids! She is absolutely wonderful. She enjoys babysitting and is a warm and caring person! I highly recommend her for your childcare!"
Andrea P.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Somerville, NJ
Lisa S.
5.0
Lisa is a wonderful person; very friendly and great with children.
- Andrea G.
Florence L.
5.0
Florence has been an integral part of our extended family for over a year now. She is dependable, trustworthy, and puts her heart and soul into her consumer's. You literally cannot find a better provider.
- Lauren M.
Oliva Magnolia M.
5.0
Magnolia is an incredibly loving and creative care giver. She always has ideas for kids activities and will take your little one outside! If you have a picky eater do not fret, she is a master at getting kids to eat their food. Magnolia actually likes playing with kids (unlike the many caregivers...
- Elizabeth T.
Natasha E.
5.0
Natasha is amazing! Very punctual, professional and friendly. My 1year old loved to play with her!
- Patricia N.
Melanie J.
5.0
Melanie was very prompt and always arrived on time. If she had to miss a certain day, she provided adequate notice. Would definitely recommend Melanie.
- Care member
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