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Special needs caregivers in Woodbury Heights, NJ

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Ariana P.


Woodbury Heights, NJ

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Ariana :)

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I truly love being around children and find joy in helping them grow and thrive :) With a degree in Psychology and Health Sciences, I have a solid understanding of child development and well-being, which allows me to provide care that's tailored to each child's individual needs. Additionally, I have personal experience caring...
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Keri W.


Woodbury Heights, NJ

$18-50/hr8 yrs exp

Hi, My Name Is Keri! I Am 22 Years Olds. And Am Looking For Part Time And Occasional Positions.

I'd describe my personality as kind, hardworking, and honest I like working with kids because I love to be a role model for others. I started working with kids when I started volunteer coaching children and adults with special needs when I was 12 years old. I started independently babysitting during summers when I was 14 and...
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Hannah J.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced And Dependable Babysitter

5.0

(6)

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

NOTE: I currently have a full-time nanny position, so I am only accepting one-time evening or weekend jobs. I have two years teaching and tutoring experience. I worked at an after-school program for two years. I have been a nanny since 2021, and have worked with several families. I have experience with kids with behavioral...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My son loved her at first glance!!!! She is amazing. I will definitely hire her again. We had a no show and she showed up in less than 2 hours! Very dependable and that can be hard to find on this app!"

Paige H.

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Betsy B.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

For over 10 years, I have cared for children as a teacher, tutor, long-term nanny, and a short-term nanny/babysitter. I have experience teaching at a preschool, nannying long-term for families with multiple children, babysitting for children with special needs, and caring for children from diverse backgrounds including English...
Betsy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Betsy is one of the kindest people you will ever meet! She cared for our children with so much patience and love. She helped our family out on short notice, date nights, and some long-term care. I would highly recommend Betsy as a child care provider. She is always...

Jessica C.

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Patrick C.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Elementary Special Education Teacher

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there- My name is Patrick! I am an elementary special education teacher with 6 years of teaching experience and over 10 years of working with children. I've worked with various special needs in children, including severe ADHD, ASD, ODD, bipolar, and cerebral palsy. Outside of the classroom, I am passionate about world travel,...
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I had the honor of working with Patrick as a special education teacher. Patrick is driven, organized, and always made sure to develop inspiring relationships with each of his students. Patrick has a wonderful rapport with people of all ages, especially...

Diana F.

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Marchei Q.


Blackwood, NJ

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Responsible, Caring, Bilingual Nanny

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone. I am Marchei, I am 31 years old and a loving mother of a 11-year-old girl. I have worked with kids with autism and special needs. I am also certified by the American Heart Association CPR, first aid, and emergency care. I love activities, the outdoors, table games, arts and crafts, learning through play,...
Marchei can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Marchei is not a simple nanny. She is the best person who cared for both my children who are 2 and 3 years old. I would even say that she is better than our own parents because she is both sweet and firm. She taught them Spanish, she loved them, cared for them,...

Jennifer T.

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Megan C.


Blackwood, NJ

$19/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have loved children since I was very young. I was a lifeguard for 4 years and am certified in CPR, first aid, and lifeguarding. I used to always take care of the kids at my swimclub, id babysit for the moms there on my off days which led to eventually starting to babysit. I then realized I was a natural with kids and started...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Worked for me as a lifeguard for 3 years. Always worked with children and was very good with them. Always on time, and certified CPR,First aid and lifeguard. Also was aware she had another nannying job for 2 years with two little girls, she brought them to the swim...

Abigail P.

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Ana M.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families. Available between July 1-July 5 My name is Ana. I am a full time nanny M-F but since it's summer and I have my school break I am looking for extras on weekends. I have almost 9 years of experience with children of all ages, especially newborns and toddlers. I am very creative with sensory and educational...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"**Hire Ana ASAP before you miss out** Ana has been our nanny for over a year. We are moving away soon, and to our dismay she cannot come with. I cannot overstate just how wonderful Ana has been for our son and us. Ana is highly dependable and goes above and...

Cheryl F.

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Patrick C.


Philadelphia, PA

$50-65/hr10 yrs exp

Elementary Special Ed Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there- My name is Patrick! I am an elementary special education teacher with over a decade of teaching experience and plenty more background working with children. I've worked with various special needs in children, including severe ADHD, ASD, ODD, bipolar, and cerebral palsy. Outside of the classroom, I am passionate about...
5.0
"Patrick does a great job tutoring my daughter. I see the progress and it's awesome. Patrick is patient and stern at the same time and my daughter responds really well to his teaching style"

Rakeli S.

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Maryanne S.


Blackwood, NJ

$36/hr20 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Of All Ages

4.2

(5)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been in childcare for over 20 years. Experienced in all aspects of childcare including special needs of all ages from infant to school age. Ihave an abundance of energy. Love to sing, dance and do crafts with the children. I have worked in school settings to in home and daycare. I treat all my children as if they were my...
Maryanne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Maryanne has been such a blessing to my family. She is wonderful with my 2 year old son. She also helped get my father to his medical appointments and care for him afterwards."

Linda B.

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Patricia W.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mom of 7 Grown Children Available To Be Your Child Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom of seven grown children. I am currently finishing my nursing degree part time. Taking care of others is my passion and there's nothing else I would rather do. I have been raising and taking care of children for over 30 years and also helping with my 3 grandchildren including 1 grandson with special needs. I was a...
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She is a very caring person and takes her responsibility as if it was her own family that she is caring for. When in her care whether it be mature adults or children their needs are her number one priority at all times. She is patient and understanding in being a...

Beverly L.

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Lela T.


Glenolden, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Loving Nanny who's been in the field of working with children for 18+ years. I've worked for the School District of Philadelphia as a classroom assistant for special needs children. Department of Human services as an office manager for low income Children and Department of Parks & Recreation where I was a director for at risk...
Lela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lela was our nanny for about a year from the time our son was 5 months old to 17 months old. She is extremely patient, energetic, creative, and kind. Lela planned enriching activities such as arts/crafts and playground time for our son, helped him progress with his...

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Katie M.


Philadelphia, PA

$40-50/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am not taking new clients at this time and will update my availability as new openings are available. Registered Occupational Therapist I have experience caring for individuals from 3 months to 80+ years old, including children/adolescents with developmental disabilities, adults/elderly with physical, developmental, and...
5.0
"Katie worked with us for a year providing personal care assistance to our son who has Cerebral Palsy, and who uses a power wheelchair and augmentative communication device. Katie handled the physical requirements of the role extremely well, which included feeding,...

Chris H.

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Tammy J.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Limited Part-time & Date Nights

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Available for limited part-time, date nights and potential backup care! Please message me directly as I do not book thru this site without talking to the parents first for safety reasons! I have over 25 years of experience working directly with child development as a private nanny! Over the last 12 years I have specifically...
Tammy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Tammy has been a second mother to our three year old who is now starting full time daycare. She is energetic and creative and when she is here, I know my daughter is in great hands while I am at work! She clearly has a passion and a gift for childcare. Any family...

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Tara Y.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Part-Time Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Available: 1 week, Aug 26-30 1 Week, Sept 30-Oct 4 Hi! My name is Tara! I'm a 4th year medical student at Rowan School of Osteopathic Medicine looking to babysit when I'm not working in the hospital. I have 10+ years of nannying/in home caregiving experience. I have a reliable car for transportation and a clean driving...
Tara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Excellent with all ages! I have a 9 year old boy, 6 year old girl, 4 year old girl, and 2 year old girl. Tara creates games for them and actively plays with them. She's very kind, enthusiastic, patient, and smart. I'm grateful to have her working with my family!"

Laura R.

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Joy M.


Philadelphia, PA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider And Nurture Caregiver.

My name is Joy. I am proud to say that I have 25yrs experience of raising children, and advocating for youth with special needs. I currently work as an on-call PCA with headstart students diagnosed with developmental delay, autism, and individuals with emotional, and behavioral diagnoses as well. I have all up to date clearances...
Joy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Joy is awesome!! She worked with my son for a few yrs and when I tell you she's the best she's the best!! Professional and dependable. Kids love her. Joy will make sure you and your child has the proper care at all times. She's an outstanding advocate. Joy is the...

Katrina C.

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Angelica K.


Darby, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant: Available Weekends Only: Every Sat & Every Other Sun

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Currently working with Autistic teenager with tuberous sclerosis have been his aide for 3 yrs and am seeking weekend work on my days off
5.0
"She is awesome and such a caring person!!! I am so grateful to have her. She is a gem"

Karen G.

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Melissa H.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-50/hr18 yrs exp

Caregiver/MA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mother of 4 children.. 1 has special needs. I work as a ABA in Special education full time during the school year & I work part time as a home health aide. I have my Medical assistant diploma which wound care & vitals are taught. I started as a home health aid at the age of 21 yrs old. I'd describe my personality as...
Melissa can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Melissa manages a busy schedule very well, arrives on time and ready to work, brings extensive experience to the job of senior caregiver. She is versatile and capable, and was able to manage my elderly father's challenging moods. She is also a patient and lovely...

Andrew P.

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Pangaea S.


Philadelphia, PA

$22-50/hr7 yrs exp

Well Rounded Student With Child, Pet And Home Care Experience, References And Clearances Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Pangaea and I am a local nanny and pre med student! I live in the Center City/South Philadelphia neighborhood. I've been a nanny for the last 7 years with lots of experience with newborn and toddlers! I love my job more than anything! I also give night nursing care, pet sitting and house sitting! I'm very...
Pangaea can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Interactive, kind, reliable, truly cares about the children she nannies for. Is also great at communicating during the day sending pictures and updates. Trustworthy and dependable! Will work with her again !"

Tina E.

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Andrea L.


Philadelphia, PA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Fully Trained And Experienced End Of Life Death Doula.

Hello! My name is Andrea. I was born to be a caretaker. A caretaker who is kind, caring, respectful and loves listening to stories. I care for children and adults. I have way more experience than most with a very warm bedside manner. Take a look at all reviews from childcare, special needs and senior care to see the care I...
Andrea can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Andrea is exceptionally caring, patient and most understanding of the needs of the elderly. She cared for our 92 year old mother who is dealing with advanced dementia in a joyful manner that respected and preserved our mom's dignity and sense of safety. Andrea is a...

John B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Woodbury Heights, NJ

Hannah J.

5.0

Hannah watched my two kids (5 and 2) and they loved her! She was punctual, reliable, passionate and knowledgeable. I would absolutely hire her again.

- Angelica R.

Betsy B.

5.0

Betsy is one of the kindest people you will ever meet! She cared for our children with so much patience and love. She helped our family out on short notice, date nights, and some long-term care. I would highly recommend Betsy as a child care provider. She is always on time and dependable. We did not...

- Jessica C.

Patrick C.

5.0

I had the honor of working with Patrick as a special education teacher. Patrick is driven, organized, and always made sure to develop inspiring relationships with each of his students. Patrick has a wonderful rapport with people of all ages, especially children. His ability to connect with his...

- Diana F.

Marchei Q.

5.0

Marchei is not a simple nanny. She is the best person who cared for both my children who are 2 and 3 years old. I would even say that she is better than our own parents because she is both sweet and firm. She taught them Spanish, she loved them, cared for them, helped them and they both adore her. I...

- Jennifer T.

Megan C.

5.0

Worked for me as a lifeguard for 3 years. Always worked with children and was very good with them. Always on time, and certified CPR,First aid and lifeguard. Also was aware she had another nannying job for 2 years with two little girls, she brought them to the swim club occasionally. Great girl!

- Abigail P.

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