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Special needs caregivers in Waretown, NJ

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Marissa F.


Waretown, NJ

$18-23/hr7 yrs exp

Recreational Therapist With 8+ Yrs Experience

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I am a Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist (CTRS). Recreational therapy provides treatment services and recreation activities to individuals using a variety of techniques including arts and crafts, animals, sports, games, dance and movement, music, and community outings. Recreational therapists treat and help maintain...
Hi, I am a certified nursing assistant /HHA with over 20 years of experience and have plenty of references . I am CPR Certified. You may contact me anytime thanks. Special needs care available.
Hi! I'm Sadie a dedicated mother of two (one being a fur baby) with a passion for caregiving. With seven years of experience in providing direct support to individuals with special needs across various age groups, I excel at creating fun, safe, and engaging activities tailored to each person's unique requirements. I'm searching...
Sadie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Marissa F.


Waretown, NJ

$15-19/hr6 yrs exp

I've worked the past 8 years in the healthcare field with special needs children. I have a lot of experience with providing assistance with all activities of daily living.
Marissa can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep
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Victoria D.


Manahawkin, NJ

$25-34/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello , my name is Victoria and I'm 26 years old, and I'm currently looking for a PART-TIME position! I have been working with children for a very long time now , I used to work at the learning experience in Manahawkin! I am comfortable working with children of all ages ! I do have experience with special needs. I can cook ,...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Victoria is extremely friendly, kind and wonderful with children. I have hired her multiple times to watch my boys, 5 and 3. They are always smiling and happy when I return home. My house is in order upon coming home, as well, which is a huge plus! She is on my...

Justine B.

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Robert F.


Manahawkin, NJ

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time/full-time Caregiver, Available Immediately.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have had 15 years of experience caring for elderly gentlemen. I worked for 2 families, one of which the gentleman had a great deal of special needs. George had a stroke and was physically handicapped and unable to walk or perform any ADL's on his own. I was available to him 24-7 for a period of two years until he passed away....
Robert can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, personal care
4.0
"Robert was available and very kind. He worked very well with my husband."

Ann N.

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Lianna O.


Bayville, NJ

$22/hr12 yrs exp

Child Care Offered

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Lianna, I am 27 years old and I live in Bayville! I have been babysitting since I was 14. I am currently a paraprofessional in a 7th grade MD classroom. I have my Bachelors degree in Sociology with a minor in Psychology and I currently attend Kean University pursuing my masters in School Counseling. I have over 10...
Lianna can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lianna is absolutely amazing! She has cared for my now 10 year old and 7 year old! They always love when Lianna comes over. She is so much fun. If you need a sitter, Lianna is the perfect person for you!"

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Vanessa L.


Beachwood, NJ

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 5 years professional experience as a special needs caregiver and educator. I've worked as paraprofessional in a high school as well as an elementary school. I was also a nanny to boy with autism for 3 years. My nonprofessional experience includes growing up with a sister with autism and Asperger, another sister with a...
5.0
"We came into town for a meeting and she stayed at the hotel and watched the kids for us. We have 4. She let the kids watch Netflix on her child account and took the kids to play. She really took the extra time to make my wife and I feel comfortable."

Jonathan P.

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Susann B.


Forked River, NJ

$20-50/hr20 yrs exp

Experienced Retired RN Dedicated To Caring For Your Loved One.

I am a caring lighthearted person. I took care of my elderly father through illness and hospice. I understand it is vital to keep the lines of communication open between the family and physicians. I want to be able to help people and provide them with support while also allowing me the flexibility of being active in church and...
Susann can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, hospice services, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Licensed Nurse

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Madison Z.


Beachwood, NJ

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Substitute Teacher

Hi I am a substitute teacher for the Toms River School district. I also have experience with special needs children. My past job I worked as an ABA therapist. I also have many years caring for children of all different ages.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alyssa M.


Manahawkin, NJ

$15-21/hr9 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Alyssa :) Im 24, I'm a very outgoing person I LOVE kids I have two nieces and many little cousins. I have experience with babysitting kids from newborn to 12 years of age, Even children with special needs. I have my own vehicle also, I am a non smoker. I used to babysit 6 kids a day. I'll help out with anything else...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Neil L.


Manahawkin, NJ

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Neil

For the last 6 years, I have worked for an agency that assists with the developmentally disabled. This has become something that I am not only in love with doing, but something that I see myself doing for the rest of my life, happily. If you're looking for someone with great work ethic, passion and promise to assist with your...
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Madison R.


Forked River, NJ

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitting

My name is Madison, I am 20 years old and am a student at the University of Tennessee. I have extensive experience with children and people with special needs. I have had an internship for 3 years at a speech pathology clinic working with kids. And I currently nanny for a 18-year-old with angel-mans syndrome and a 6-month-old in...
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lynn S.


Forked River, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caretaker

Experienced caretaker of 25 years. References will be furnished. Laundry errands and dr visits no problem. Raised my special needs child as a single mom. I'm very patient.
lynn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Kaitlyn C.


Bayville, NJ

$25-40/hr8 yrs exp

I am a full time graduate student pursuing a degree in behavior analysis. I have a multitude of experience including extensive work with children with special needs!
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

I have my Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I assisted a special needs person with everyday activities.
I have 10 years of experience working with children and adults with special needs and non special needs. I have been babysitting since high school, have worked a multiple summer camps and ay day cares. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Carpooling, and any other fun summer activities. I work in an elementary school as an...
Casey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hi! Im Chloe. I spent 6+ years nannying for a family of 3 amazing boys but recently moved to Manahawkin. I began as a babysitter around age 12. I have experience watching kids of all ages, from infants to children 13 years of age, as well as children with special needs & children of foster care. I am comfortable with pets, have...
Chloe can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I am currently going to college for special education and I was a EMT, I am no longer active because college takes up a lot of time. I am very loving and caring and patient. As I know caring for a child with special needs is difficult but it's something I know I can handle and will love
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lynn S.


Forked River, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

experienced loving caregiver of 25 years. references provided. light housekeeping errands meal prep dr visits all no problem. patient and lighthearted. I raised my special needs daughter on my own. I'd describe my personality as fun freindly kind My skills include a variety of hobbies. I sew I paint and am generally very...
lynn can also help with: Personal care, transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, respite care & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Waretown, NJ

Victoria D.

5.0

Victoria started watching my son when he was about 3 months old, and he is now 3. I am so thankful to find Victoria on care.Com. She was so good during the infant stage, so attentive and a natural with children. She is always punctual and would go out of her way to help me out whenever she could,...

- Nicole P.

Robert F.

5.0

Robert arrived to our appointment punctually and with a great attitude. He offered for any type of care or hours that we needed. He is a great candidate to provide companionship or for help with elderly care

- Julia D.

Lianna O.

5.0

Lianna is caring, nurturing, and fun. She is a bright light in not only my daughter’s life but mine too. She’s trust worthy, reliable, punctual and all around the best choice for a care giver . Having her in your life will be the best decision you ever made.

- Care member

Vanessa L.

5.0

We came into town for a meeting and she stayed at the hotel and watched the kids for us. We have 4. She let the kids watch Netflix on her child account and took the kids to play. She really took the extra time to make my wife and I feel comfortable.

- Jonathan P.

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