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Melissa B.


Lanoka Harbor, NJ

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced & Mature Special Needs Nanny

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Hi! My name is Melissa, I started working with children 7 years ago but have been babysitting well before that. While babysitting I have taken on household duties, ran errands for the family, and even stayed over night when needed. Throughout my teen years I worked at a daycare/preschool; here I was responsible for children of...
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Hailee D.


Forked River, NJ

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

I'm A Responsible I Have Been Babysitting For 3 Years Now And Am Almost Always Available.

5.0

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Hello! My name is Hailee and I am 24 years old, I babysit children of all ages. I currently work with children who have special needs at a private preschool during the week and babysit on the side. I am also CPR certified. I own my own car, comfortable with pets, and am a non smoker! I am also a register behavioral technician!
5.0
"Hailee was a major help with my 3 children. She was always good at coming up with fun activities for them to all do or go to. She also was great with all of our pets. She was always very trustworthy and...

Reviewed by Shannon H.

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Vanessa L.


Beachwood, NJ

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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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...

Reviewed by Jonathan P.

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Debra S.


Toms River, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello, I am a semi-retired professional with more than 30 years of child-care experience. During my career, I have worked as a full-time pre-school teacher and as a paraprofessional with special needs children in a private school, among other child-care positions. I am a dynamic, sensitive, and thoughtful caregiver who loves...
5.0
"Debbie is a child whisperer and became part of our family. She keeps in touch with all of her previous families, which shows just how warm she is. Debbie was always on time, and never - not once called out or...

Reviewed by Kimberly C.

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Tara C.


Barnegat, NJ

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

5.0

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I have 5 years of experience. I provide all aspects of direct supports to adults with special needs and developmental disabilities.
5.0
"Tara is such an incredible babysitter. My son (9 years old) and daughter (8 years old) adore her and love when she is watching them. She takes care of them, as though they are her own children. She gets them...

Reviewed by Care member

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Milady R.


Toms River, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

5.0

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Are you seeking a full-time nanny to join your family? I will come in, be your second hand and shower your house with love and happiness. I have over 20 years of experience in childcare, which also includes working with special needs children. My life is devoted to seeing children happy as well as seeing them grow! I am...
5.0
"Milady has a beautiful heart, she helped me a lot with my new born and made it easier for me to return to work. She would play, read, and talk to my baby in Spanish, which I though was amazing. She is very...

Reviewed by Mel R.

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Lianna O.


Bayville, NJ

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

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5.0

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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...
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!"

Reviewed by Care member

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Eunice A.


Toms River, NJ

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Very Friendly And Easy Going Person Who Take Her Job Serious,very Hardworking And Punctual.

5.0

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I have been a home care aide for over 15 year , Ive worked in both facilities and home, my experiences are with all care level like dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, special needs, also am a great companion to my client, I enjoy listening to their beautiful life stories , I drive my clients to doctors appointment and errands...
5.0
"Eunice is very responsible, she finds coverage if she is not available, she treats her clients like family! Eunice has a good personality and takes good care of the elderly. She helped turned our situation from...

Reviewed by Caroline B.

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Joan D.


Toms River, NJ

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time/ Part Time

5.0

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I have many enjoyable years in the caregivers field... I worked for Crystal Run Village for 10 years and just recently worked as a para-educator.
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Diane K.


Toms River, NJ

$10/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter

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My name is Diane. I work at a special needs school. I am available for work after 4:00 p.m. weekdays and all weekends. I am a mother of two teenage girls. I have experience with childcare, special needs, and elderly care. I am CPR certified. I can provide shopping, errands, cooking, cleaning, laundry, companion care, etc. I have...
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Rachel R.


Ocean Gate, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a bilingual woman, I speak fluent English and Spanish. I have 8 adult children of my own, and over 30+ grandchildren; which some of them I raised. I've worked in multiple group homes with children ages ranging from 10-21 years old. I've also taken care of special needs children and really enjoy assisting them with their...
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Rebeca M.


Barnegat, NJ

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable & Fun!

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I have countless years of experience. I raised my own 3 children and cared for MANY others in my home along the way. I'm currently in constant contact with a silly 4-year-old so I keep my fun skills current:) I'm CPR & AED certified as well as a yoga teacher with training in special needs.
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Diane D.


Toms River, NJ

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

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I am a veteran elementary school teacher. I have worked with children with various special needs, including autism, ADD, ADHD, OCD, and Anxiety Disorders. I have a child myself who struggles with OCD and Anxiety. I am very sensitive and compassionate when it comes to working with children with special needs.
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Kathleen A.


Waretown, NJ

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a NJ certified teacher with extensive experience working with children who have special needs. My Master's Degree is in Special Education with a focus on Autism Studies. I am available for babysitting, summer-long childcare and tutoring. I have over 10 years teaching experience and I am quadruple certified in Special...
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Katiria R.


Toms River, NJ

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I work in long term care for over 10yrs. I have several years experience in medicine management, wound care, g-tube feeding, tracheotomy care, diabetes, dialysis, post-surgery care, dementia, spinal disorder and Alzheimer's. I have done home care.
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Madison Z.


Beachwood, NJ

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Substitute Teacher

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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.
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Karen A.


Forked River, NJ

$10-50/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

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I worked with Special needs children most of my life, from the special Olympics, to Ocean Academy in Toms River. I do have a lot of experience with these children. I would love to work with yours.
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Cindy R.


Toms River, NJ

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Happy To Be A Sitter

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I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. I was a substitute for Jackson Public Schools and worked in preschool as a substitute also. I like to be around children. I need transport to where you need me to be. I have worked with special needs or regular children. I have teaching capabilities in all subject...
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Danica K.


Bayville, NJ

$53/hr2 yrs exp

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I have 2 years of experience as a Nurse. I can help with Blood Sugar Testing, positioning, assistance and special needs.
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Jessica S.


Beachwood, NJ

$34/hr5 yrs exp

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I have been babysitting for several years and have lots of experience with children of any age. I also have experience of taking care of children with special needs.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lanoka Harbor, NJ

Hailee D.

5.0

Hailee was a major help with my 3 children. She was always good at coming up with fun activities for them to all do or go to. She also was great with all of our pets. She was always very trustworthy and reliable. She is like part of the family!

- Shannon H.

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.

Debra S.

5.0

Debbie is a child whisperer and became part of our family. She keeps in touch with all of her previous families, which shows just how warm she is. Debbie was always on time, and never - not once called out or was late. I completely trust her with my son and he loved her! She did so many activities...

- Kimberly C.

Tara C.

5.0

Tara is such an incredible babysitter. My son (9 years old) and daughter (8 years old) adore her and love when she is watching them. She takes care of them, as though they are her own children. She gets them ready for school, plays with them, bakes with them, and keeps them totally engaged. I highly...

- Care member

Milady R.

5.0

Milady has a beautiful heart, she helped me a lot with my new born and made it easier for me to return to work. She would play, read, and talk to my baby in Spanish, which I though was amazing. She is very flexible, reliable, and always willing to come last minute.I felt very comfortable with...

- Mel R.

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