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Find special needs caregivers in Spring Lake, NJ that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Spring Lake, NJ

The average posted rate is $26/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Spring Lake, NJ

Maureen did it all for us! We hired her as a housekeeper and she was willing and able to take on more responsibilities. Her roll has

Review for Maureen B. by Sarah Marie M.

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

Review for Sonja M. by Care member

Karen is working with our 25 year old daughter who has special needs. Karen has embraced this position and is connecting with our daughter

Review for Karen G. by Wendy P.

Special needs caregivers in Spring Lake, NJ

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Maureen B.


Spring Lake, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of three children ages 21, 17, and 15. I have taught children how to swim for 31 years. I also have experience with children who have special needs including Down syndrome and autism. I love working with children. I understand the importance of keeping them on schedules with sleep, studies, and playtime. I have...
Maureen can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maureen did it all for us! We hired her as a housekeeper and she was willing and able to take on more responsibilities. Her roll has included housekeeping, child care, nanny, babysitting, dog walker and dog sitting."

Sarah Marie M.

I have worked with special needs children for 30+ years. I am currently helping a family with a 21-year-old son who has autism. I also taught special education in Houston Texas.
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Kate M.


Spring Lake, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

Hello my name is Kate. I was recently laid off (seasoned dog groomer-the industry is facing extreme shortages and layoffs) I am 34 years old and I have over 10+ years of babysitting experience. I am first aid and CPR certified. I have a clean driving record/background check. I do not smoke at all. I am also experienced with...
Kate can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sonja M.


Asbury Park, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Certified Nursing Assistant, Available For Employment

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: Respite care, live-in home care, personal care, home modification, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

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...

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Karen G.


Howell, NJ

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I have over two years experience with special needs and over 10 years experience with senior care. I currently care for a 27-year-old young lady with Rett Syndrome part time. She is non verbal and requires help eating, bathing, dressing and toileting. She attends an adult program, music and art class. I am responsible, caring...
5.0
"Karen is working with our 25 year old daughter who has special needs. Karen has embraced this position and is connecting with our daughter beyond our expectations. Karen is punctual, follows through with schedules, has adapted to new situations and a delight to...

Wendy P.

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Shawn P.


Brick, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom And Mimi Of Mentally Ill Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I Have 5 children 37-20 and 6 grands- I have 3 children and 2 grands with severe anxiety, Asperger's, ADHD, Bipolar, BPD, perceptual impairment and CBD. I care for 2 other children who are severely Autistic and I love working with these special angels. I direct, guide and show positive reinforcement and also have immense...
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Florencia G.


Belmar, NJ

$25-39/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver With Flexible Schedule

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Florencia, I am a very energetic, responsible, fun, and caring nanny in my late 40's, with over 20 years of experience. My daughter and I relocated to NJ, and I am looking for long term Employment. Previously I lived in Manchester Vermont, and and worked with all different families. I have worked with children of...
Florencia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Flo was great with my two boys and so helpful around the house. Dependable, always willing to help and fun!"

Jane Y.

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Kristen W.


Asbury Park, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kristen's experience is very impressive; she has nannied and cared for many different ages for long periods of time and has great experience with special needs."

Krystal W.

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Taylor B.


Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter, Part-Time Nanny, Personal Assistant, Etc.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am 28 years old and currently live in Eatontown, NJ. A little about me - I graduated from Fairfield University in CT. I am the oldest of three children; I have two younger brothers, one of whom has special needs. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old and have extensive experience with special needs children and...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"A fantastic sitter! She helped me while on vacation and always had everything under control. My kids love her and still ask for her all the time. She was smart, neat, easy going and handled three kids of three different ages with ease. The best!"

Maren T.

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Shawn P.


Brick, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 5-ages 39-23. I have 6 grands. I am highly experienced in child care and also children with special needs such as autism, ADHD, BPD, anxieties and bipolar. They need different attention and I get along very well with them also. I care for elderly, hospice and disabled people also. I have a knack for getting along...
Shawn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Shawn is exceptionally warm and clearly loves being around children. Her experience being a mom to a child with special needs makes her extremely patient and kind. She is tech savvy and will send video clips of your kids throughout the day. An extra perk of having...

Paul B.

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Shanice C.


Brick, NJ

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

4.2

(6)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I worked in a group home for going on 5 years now with 3 older ladies and 5 guys with special needs , everyday I prepared them dinner give them showers snacks and meds I am BLS certified and Med certified and love doing what I do ... I also work in hospital in operating room where helping people means everything to me
5.0
"We were fortunate to hire Shanice at a very stressful and critical time. Our non-verbal daughter who has autism and epilepsy has been in a skilled nursing facility rehabilitating from a debilitating month-long hospital stay. Although Shanice is young, her several...

Johanna P.

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Shawn P.


Brick, NJ

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have taken care of several wonderful people who were either in need of care or were under in home hospice care. I love caring for people in need no matter what the circumstances. I also an do a lot of hospice work-the greatest honor to do for anyone. I've cared for people with cancer, Parkinson's, Dementia, Alzheimer's, CHF,...
Shawn can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Shawn provided warm, skilled and extremely attentive care for my mom. (Mom has a brain disease and requires both day and night care, and help with all her activities of daily living.) Shawn treated mom like a family member. She carefully following our instructions...

Christa T.

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Margaret S.


Neptune, NJ

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Specialized Companion In Social & Emotional Support

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: Respite care, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, errands & 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

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Sandy D.


Brick, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time After School And Weekends Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working in the school system for about 15 years. I have worked with children as young as 3 months to 55 yrs old adults, I have also worked with the Special needs population all with many different disabilities. I have experience with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Food Allergies, Mobility Challenge, Rhett...
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Nicole G.


Asbury Park, NJ

$17-30/hr9 yrs exp

Part And Full Time Caregiver

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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
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.

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Margaret S.


Neptune, NJ

$48/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Companion/Emotional Support

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

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Lindsey C.


Asbury Park, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lindsey is a fantastic nanny for my 5-month-old daughter. She is responsible, caring, and knowledgeable, offering advice based on her experience when watching the development of my baby. For anyone who is looking for a nanny, I would strongly recommend Lindsey,...

Megan V.

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Princess W.


Asbury Park, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Kids Love Me

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:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

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Alexis M.


Neptune, NJ

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver For Those With Special Needs

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...

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