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Jenna D.

Avalon, NJ

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jenna. I am 23 years old and have 10+ years of experience from newborn to ages 12 years old. I also have worked with children that have special needs. I graduated from Coastal Carolina University with a marketing degree this past December. I can help with carpooling and any other needs. I am CPR certified. I can...
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Victoria M.

Cape May Court House, NJ

3.7(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm a passionate and energetic babysitter with over 4 years of experience at a daycare, where I've cared for little ones from 6 weeks to 6 years old. CPR and First Aid certified, I've been babysitting since I was 15 and am currently furthering my expertise in Early Education. My background includes working at a special...

Care Member says "Vickey is an exceptional babysitter. She has tons of experience with my 5 kids ranging from newborn to 8 years old. She thrives as a caregiver. There is...

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Alexandria B.

Cape May Court House, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Ever since I was a little kid I was always going to the special needs classroom in elementary school and playing with the kids. In high school I volunteered for autism cares and in college I studied education. I have cared for a boy with Down syndrome for a few months and have worked with a wide variety of children over the past...

Jasmine G. says "Alex has been helping me with my children for over a year now. Alex is great with my children and our lives have changed for the better because she is...

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Ella C.

Wildwood, NJ

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 6 years of experience of working with children and I have found my passion!! I am currently studying special education adapted curriculum and East Carolina University in North Carolina. From a young age I was the student that would be the lunch buddy for a fellow student with special needs and now I get to study the job...
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Stephanie S.

Cape May Court House, NJ

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Hello everyone, my name is Stephanie. I have both professional and personal experience working with children between the ages of 3-8 and with teenagers, including special needs. I worked as a 1-1 aide at Ocean Academy and Cape May County High School located in Cape May Court House for 1 year. I have babysat for friends and...
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Julianna C.

Cape May Court House, NJ

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My name is Julianna, and I am a caring, responsible, and dependable caregiver with experience working with children of all ages, from infants as young as 6 weeks old to school-age children. I am CPR certified and EMT certified, giving me valuable training in safety and emergency response. I have experience working with...
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Isis D.

Creative, Caring, And Always Ready For A Day Filled With Fun And Laughter!

Wildwood, NJ

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi there! I have over two years of experience working as an Au pair, where I had the pleasure of caring for children in a loving and supportive environment. In addition to my time as an Au pair, I've also worked as a 1:1 school aide, providing dedicated support to children with special needs. My experience has taught me how to...
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Janet V.

Rio Grande, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi I'm Janet and I am an LVN. I have a special gift of caring for others. I have been in the medical field for 20+ years. Many years being a Certified Nursing Assistant and this year makes 14 of being a nurse. I have a wide variety of experience including geriatrics, pediatric, mental health, special needs, school nursing and...
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Sarah P.

Sarah P.

Ocean View, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Sarah P, I am 24 years old and live in Williamstown. I have 10 years of experience with age ranges of newborn- teens. A full time position with a family is ideally what I'm looking for! My experience includes special needs and medical needs, as well as baby sign language. I also love to focus on a little/no screen...
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Janet V.

Rio Grande, NJ

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$20/hr
25 years experience
Visiting nurse
dementia
respite care
personal care
hospice services
Hi I'm Janet and I am an LVN. I have a special gift of caring for others. I have been in the medical field for 20+ years. Many years being a Certified Nursing Assistant and many years being a nurse. I have a wide variety of experience including geriatrics, pediatric, mental health, special needs, school nursing and home health....
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Bethina F.

Mature & Experienced Caregiver Looking Available Full-time. Special Needs Experience As Well.

Whitesboro, NJ

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$20/hr
30 years experience
I have worked in the Human Services field for many years caring for Special Needs patients both children and adults. I have been a LPN for many years and have worked in a Special Services School . I have assisted with a variety of diagnoses such as Autism, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, seizure disorder and many more. I enjoy...
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Dara B.

Cape May Court House, NJ

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$22/hr
2 years experience
I have been lucky enough to care for both children and adult with special needs, and am always happy to assist in anyway possible.
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Jonathan D.

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Egg Harbor Township, NJ

4.5(1)
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$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have many years of experience working with both special needs as well as neuro-typical children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. I have worked with individuals ranging in age from 6 months to over 21 years. I am vested in the successes and accomplishments with whom I work with, some families I have worked with for over...

Anna L. says "I think Jonathan has a lot of experience and professionalism when it comes to caring for children and adolescents with special needs. He moved to another...

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Jonathan D.

Male Caregiver With Special Needs Experience

Egg Harbor Township, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have many years of experience working with both special needs as well as neurotypical children, adolescents, young adults and adults. I have worked with individuals ranging in age from 6 months to over 21 years. I gain a vested interest in the successes and accomplishments of those that I come to work with, some families I...

Marcia M. says "Jonathan has been assisting and caring for my 15 year old non verbal low functioning autistic son for several months now. All hours of the day and night....

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Caroline G.

Creative & Caring Sitter :)

Woodbine, NJ

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Caroline. I'm 26 years old and have been in childcare for over 5 years. I currently work as a Teachers aide at a special services district full time. Childcare and art are my passions! I'm CPR/first aid certified and I have equal experience with infants through school ages, as well as special needs. I'm...
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Nicolette T.

Cape May, NJ

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Nicolette I have 15 years experience as a personal caregiver. Not specifically in special-needs, but I worked as an aid for two years in a special-needs class. I'm very nurturing it's my passion to help and assist people with things they cannot do. I'm genuine, loveing, caring and reliable. A good hearted...
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Alexis D.

Marmora, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hi everyone! I have been teaching high school math special education for 2 years now. I am currently completing my masters in special education, and I have had experience with high school children having various disabilities! I really enjoy working with children with disabilities!
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Steffanie B.

Loving Caregiver

Egg Harbor Township, NJ

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$10/hr
6 years experience
I am a loving, compassionate caregiver committed to taking care of your loved one.
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Dawn D.

Villas, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Dedicated, empathetic, compassionate. Certified home health aide and nursing assistant with 17+ years experience. I have a strong understanding of the developmental needs of children and am skilled in creating engaging and educational activities to boost mental and physical growth. I am passionate about providing a safe and...
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Dawn D.

Villas, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
dementia
companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a Certified Nursing assistant as well as a Certified Home Health Aide with 22 years of experience. I have worked in a variety of different settings. Nursing homes, rehab centers, group homes and private homes. I have experience with vitals signs, assisting with medication, and all personal care needs. I strongly...
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  • The average posted rate is $25.00/hr as of September 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Avalon, NJ

Special Needs Caregivers in Avalon, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 33 listed special needs caregivers

Victoria M.

Vickey is an exceptional babysitter. She has tons of experience with my 5 kids ranging from newborn to 8 years old. She thrives as a...

- Care member

Alexandria B.

Alex has been helping me with my children for over a year now. Alex is great with my children and our lives have changed for the better...

- Jasmine G.

Jonathan D.

I think Jonathan has a lot of experience and professionalism when it comes to caring for children and adolescents with special needs. He...

- Anna L.

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