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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Spring Lake, NJ

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

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

(1)

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & 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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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: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia, live-in home care, home modification & 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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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, 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 4 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Shawn is so wonderful with my toddler son! She sends me pictures and videos while I'm at work which brightens my day! She is constantly teaching him everything from how to hold a crayon to new words and phrases! We are very happy with her being such a great...

Tracey C.

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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/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, errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Shawn has been a caregiver for my wife for a few weeks . She is very thorough and professional with all of my wife's needs along with that she is a very caring individual. Also she does all the little extra things. I would highly recommend Shawn she is a...

Daniel C.

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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: Mobility assistance, respite care, meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
"Maggie is the best! She is very compassionate and goes above and beyond for the elderly in her care. She knows what each person likes and makes sure they get it in spades. We started out with her walking with my father a couple times a week. She took him all over...

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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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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...

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Daphne D.


Neptune, NJ

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Full-Time or Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Daphne. I am a certified Home Health Aid and worked for Meridian At Home for 4 years. 13years experience as a substitute teacher working from Preschool up to grade 12. Experience with special needs of different age groups. Got half way through Brookdale Community College Nursing (RN). Past Accounting major with...
Daphne can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Daphne is amazing and a true godsend! She is caring, compassionate, kind and sincere. I am so happy Daphne has been part of our village!"

Eleanor G.

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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:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Lindsey C.


Asbury Park, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Lindsey and I'm an experienced nanny. I have over 12 years of experience working with children from birth through age 12. I recently graduated with a degree in Early Childhood Education and look forward to teaching in the future. I am passionate about childhood development and learning. Relevant experience...
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Lindsey was wonderful looking after my 3 children. She was on time, very attentive, and communicated clearly with me. I would absolutely hire her again."

Nikole S.

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Daphne D.


Neptune, NJ

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Special Care Giver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Daphne. I am a certified Home Health Aid and worked for Meridian At Home for 4 years. 8 years experience as a substitute teacher working from Preschool up to grade 12. Experience with special needs of different age groups. Got half way through Brookdale Community College Nursing (RN). Past Accounting major with...
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Angela C.


Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Pre-School Teacher Looking To Give Your Family A Helping Hand!!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hey there! I'm Angela, & I've been caring for & connecting with kids for over 30 years now starting out babysitting the neighborhood kids to currently teaching pre-k at a private preparatory school in Manasquan, but my experience ranges from working with energetic 6th graders to supporting preschoolers with special needs. I've...
Angela can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Angela has become a welcomed addition to our family's busy school mornings! Between our high school-er, middle school-er & elementary school-er, our mornings are packed, and we couldn't do it all without her. So glad we found her!"

Mary Beth K.

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Patricia E.


Neptune, NJ

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am currently a Special Education teacher who has been working in education for 7+ years. Prior to becoming a teacher, I babysat for 10+ years. I've worked with children as young as a month old, twins and children with Special Needs. I was also a certified lifeguard with CPR training and can teach children how to swim.
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Spring Lake, NJ

Maureen B.

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.

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

Karen G.

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 interact with. I would not hesitate...

- Wendy P.

Taylor B.

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.

Shawn P.

5.0

Shawn started with us about 2 years ago. She’s been incredible with our son and a dream for our family. At this point she’s like family to us! She’s patient, kind and so caring with him. For us it doesn’t get any better than Shawn. She’s always reliable, available at the last minute and always...

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