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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Wood Ridge, NJ
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Wood Ridge, NJ
Erin G.
Wood Ridge, NJ
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
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I am extremely passionate about empowering individuals with special needs! As an occupational therapy student, I can assist with activities of daily living, and care for individuals with whatever else they may need.
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I have extensive background with many special need services like ADHD, Autism, Social Communication Disorder, Learning Disabilities, and American sign Language.
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Special Education Administrator and Educator with 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. My students say I am lame and embarrassing so I think that means that I am a great teacher. I have worked with children with special needs from 5-15. My experience ranges from severe needs (spina bifida/cancer) to...
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Special Education Administrator and Educator with 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. My students say I am lame and embarrassing so I think that means that I am a great teacher. I have worked with children with special needs from 5-15. My experience ranges from severe needs (spina bifida/cancer) to...
Erin G.
Wood Ridge, NJ
$33/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have previously babysat for many neighbors in my area. I have mostly cared for older children, but also have volunteer experience with individuals with special needs.
Shannon K.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I have been a nanny/babysitter on and off for about 5 years. I am available for part time and full time work. I have experience with children with special needs and medical disabilities.
5.0
"Shannon came to us with excellent references from other families of children with and without special needs. At the interview where she met my son (who is relatively non-verbal) he hugged her and said, "Bye...
Reviewed by Loretta L.
5.0
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I have over 10 years of experience working with infants, children, and young adults. My focus is supporting and encouraging positivity, try-again's, celebrating creativity to navigate, and, when possible, exceed milestones.
Love children and come to work daily with enthusiasm.
Special training:
New Born, ABA, Floortime,...
5.0
"Suprina is absolutely wonderful. She was a fully-time nanny for my 1-year old. She was incredibly caring, dedicated, and professional. The most reliable and trustworthy person you can have in your home. Suprina...
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5.0
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Hello, I'm Kayme
Working M-F as paraprofessional, I have my own after school class so a lot of experience with homework and extra curricular activities. I also have major experience with newborns and toddlers and special needs children. I listen very careful to directions and actions needed for them, as well as helping them...
5.0
"Kayme has made my transition back to work SO much easier. I truly feel like we hit the jack pot having Kayme as our Nanny. Kayme has a very calming presence that our entire family has benefited from. In...
Reviewed by Ashley M.
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I started babysitting in high school for children of all ages including one with special needs. I will be more than happy to help watch and entertain your children in a safe environment! I am pursuing a masters in social work and hope to work will children professionally in social work setting in the future.
5.0
"Sammy has worked with our family for a some years now. The kids absolutely adore her and we do too. She has tutored, driven to after school activities, tutored our two kids. Sammy is very responsible and...
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Maria P.
New York, NY
$16-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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I first discovered my fondness for children when my mother started babysitting in our home. As I watched the children grow, so too did my admiration. When I moved out of my family home for college, I immediately got a job babysitting. During my studies, I also worked with and cared for special needs children at the Florida...
5.0
"Maria is a magnificent person, patient, honest, friendly, reliable and professional, dedicated.
We are a family with a 5-year-old boy and 3-year-old twins. Maria had the capacity and methodology to develop...
Reviewed by Mariangel C.
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I have experience watching over all ages, as well as special needs children. I've worked with the Association to Benefit Children for a full year as an assistant teacher, as well as 2 years with Prime Time Sports coaching children with special needs and disabilities in basketball, as well as teaching them important lessons in...
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Hi! I'm Aminata but you can call me Amy. Taking care of people is one of my passions. I love just knowing that impact and effects that I can have on people's lives. I'm a mom of 4 kids all over the age of 10. I have 8 years of senior care experience and special needs experience. It would be amazing if you chose me for your care....
5.0
"I'm so glad I was able to find Ami for assistance! I am not a senior; I'm the one who needed assistance after an emergency dental procedure and she was there for me, very attentive, friendly and kind. I was...
Reviewed by Jemi J.
Anabel E.
Lodi, NJ
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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I'm no longer available. Thank you for considering me.
Hello moms!!
My name is Anabel and I'm currently a Nursing student and former special needs teacher assistant for The Department of Education of New York. I have experience assisting with lesson plans and helping with classwork/homework. I have worked with kids as...
5.0
"Anabel sat my two boys. She was kind and fun, bringing a bag of toys and books with her. They enjoyed playing with her."
Reviewed by Jennifer D.
Shavelle D.
Hackensack, NJ
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.5
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I have been working with kids for as long as I can remember. I have nannied three wonderful kids. Volunteered at schools. And taken care and been a companion to kids with special needs. I love kids and have a high level of patience.
Diarra F.
New York, NY
$37/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.3
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Hi,
My name is Jara, I have 6years plus experience of being a nanny. I major in biology. I'm young but very matured. My last job I took care of 3 kids myself. I have experience with children of all ages and children with special needs. I will pick your children from school and bring them home. Make sure backpacks are clean and...
5.0
"She is a hard working individual. Her style of work and her ability to do things is just extraordinary. She is great person who has a really good work ethic."
Reviewed by Shouhaybou M.
Tyshonna B.
Newark, NJ
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! I am a dedicated and nurturing nanny with over five years of experience in childcare. I have a passion for creating a safe, stimulating, and loving environment for children to learn and grow. I am skilled in meal preparation, educational activities, homework helping, and providing a structured routine. I am certified in...
5.0
"Outstanding Performance, very dependable, caring and such a wonderful person. I would recommend her to anyone. My children loved all her activities and the time they spent with her once I go back to work I will...
Reviewed by Care member
3.0
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Hello! My name is Laura. I am 38 years old. I am currently seeking a nanny position. I have previous experience with children. I am a special needs nanny who has worked with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, brain injury and autism. I also was a day camp counselor for two years for 5-year-olds. Plus, I worked with my mother who was...
5.0
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As an aspiring Speech Language Pathologist I work with children who may be typically or atypically developing. Currently taking ABA certification classes I have experience working with children who are diagnosed with ASD, have difficulty with feeding and swallowing, mobility challenges, and struggle with verbal communication. I...
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Hello! I am a recent college graduate, with a degree in Education and lots of experience in music. I am available for occasional nannying and tutoring until the end of the summer. In the fall, I plan to start a full time elementary teaching position, but I may still be available in evenings and on weekends. Over the past 8...
5.0
"Maya is a wonderful caregiver, everything we would hope for in someone watching our children. She has watched my two children, ages 1 and 4. She is attentive, creative while confident in setting gentle but firm...
Reviewed by Caitlin E.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Casey, and I'm eager to match with my next family in New York City. ! I am a photographer and Vanderbilt University alumni. I love to hike, paint and cook/bake in my free time.
I am CPR and rescue certified, and have experience with children of all ages as well as special needs children. I've been babysitting...
5.0
"Casey watched our boys (3 & 6) for 9 months. She was very dependable and easy to communicate with. Our kids loved when she came. She was always engaged with our boys and took them on new adventures within our...
Reviewed by Danylle K.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wood Ridge, NJ
Shannon K.
5.0
Shannon came to us with excellent references from other families of children with and without special needs. At the interview where she met my son (who is relatively non-verbal) he hugged her and said, "Bye Bye. See you tomorrow." We knew she was a keeper. Shannon was responsible for taking care of...
- Loretta L.
Suprina B.
5.0
We had to cancel due to illness but Suprina was very responsive and provided wonderful references!
- Catherine W.
Kayme M.
5.0
Kayme has made my transition back to work SO much easier. I truly feel like we hit the jack pot having Kayme as our Nanny. Kayme has a very calming presence that our entire family has benefited from. In addition to taking remarkable care of my two boys, Kayme has also helped to keep my apartment...
- Ashley M.
Samantha L.
5.0
Sammy is fantastic! She shows up early, is quick with text communication and my daughters absolutely love her! She follows thru with our routine and goes the extra mile at craft time. 10/10!
- Care member
Maria P.
5.0
Maria is a magnificent person, patient, honest, friendly, reliable and professional, dedicated.
We are a family with a 5-year-old boy and 3-year-old twins. Maria had the capacity and methodology to develop activities and watch over our little ones.
- Mariangel C.
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