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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Dunellen, NJ

The average rate is $18/hr as of June 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Dunellen, NJ

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Tamar T.


Bridgewater, NJ

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Tamar

5.0

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For the past several years (2015-current) I have been working as a caretaker for senior citizens in their homes. The job entails: cooking, dressing, baking, cleaning, laundry, shopping and keeping my clients company. Also I play piano and make some craft decorations. My past clients had enjoyed listening to me playing piano. It...
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Tatyana L.


Summit, NJ

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Loving Atmosphere

5.0

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Hello, my name is Tatyana. I am 23 years old. I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, crafts, Swimming Supervision, homework, and creating a loving and healthy environment for your children while you are away. I am comfortable and happy to care for children of all ages and those who may have special...
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Aicha K.


Piscataway, NJ

$33/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have 10 years of experience. I can work with special need kids. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
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"Aicha is the nanny we always wanted and we're looking for! She's proactive and comes up with ideas to entertain my 2 year old. She's highly dependable and we feel extremely safe with her taking care of our...

Reviewed by Bisma M.

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Alyssa M.


Somerset, NJ

$16-25/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello, My name is Alyssa and I love caring for children! Growing up, I knew I wanted to work with children. In high-school I had the opportunity to participate in Early Childhood Laboratory Independent Study. I was able to work hands on with preschoolers and create lesson plans to teach to them. Kids are simply my favorite to be...
5.0
"Alyssa has been such a tremendous help to my family these past few years taking care of my children, especially my middle one who has many complicated needs. My child has Autism, is nonverbal and requires...

Reviewed by Jennifer Z.

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Eric R.


Basking Ridge, NJ

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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20 years experience in France and Switzerland in handicap facilities, nursing homes, home health care agencies...
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Katherine B.


South Bound Brook, NJ

$21-29/hr10 yrs exp

4.8

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Hi! My name is Kathy and I have been a nanny and providing childcare for 25+ years. I am a mom of 5 adult children. My goals are to provide children in my care with a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment so that they feel happy, loved and secure. I believe children should be children and have fun while exploring the world...
5.0
"Kathy has been kind compassionate and eager to help in anyway with my parents. I can trust and rely on her. She is a true blessing to our family. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Roxanne C.


Manville, NJ

$14-50/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi- My name is Roxanne. I'm a teacher for kindergarten and first grade special need students. Instead of working summer school this year, I am staying home with my 8-month-old baby girl. We are looking for a family that is in need of child care to join us on our adventures this summer. We love to be outside, going to parks and...
5.0
"Roxanne has truly been a blessing to our family! My son loves her and always has the best of times when he is with Roxanne. She is fun, loving, and even educational! She is very reliable and we will continue to...

Reviewed by Rosetta D.

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Tim K.


Bound Brook, NJ

$40-53/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available, Good With All Kinds Of Individuals

5.0

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I drive and can transport. I have worked with children and adults with special needs. I have worked in agencies in NY, Pa, Va and NJ. I am patient, respectful, and a good communicator. I have a lifetime of experiences helping others find health and happiness in their lives.
5.0
"Tim has extensive knowledge and experience with autism children and adults due to his various positions. My son is almost 20 years old and low functioning. Tim is seeing his potential and helping him reach...

Reviewed by Marcia M.

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Gabriela D.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-22/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

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Hey, I would love to help you with this job. I will send a little bit about myself and I hope talk with you soon I have experience with all children ages and experience with boys and girls. I worked as a caregiver for five years in a kindergarten/daycare with newborns and kids up to 6 years old, including children with special...
5.0
"I don't have anything to complain about her. I really recommend Gabby to any family, she is punctual, flexible (always there when I needed some help with my baby), lovely and mature. She took care of my 7...

Reviewed by Paula P.

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Tiffany W.


Plainfield, NJ

$15-35/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Speical Needs Caregiver

5.0

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Over 8 years of experience working with special needs clients ranging from children as well as adults. I am skilled in working with varied handicapping conditions. I have the ability to deal with any difficult situation with consideration as well as care. It is very important to me that all my clients feel special and needs are...
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Alexander V.


Middlesex, NJ

$35-50/hr3 yrs exp

LPN

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I have been an LPN for 2 years. I have experience in both adult and pediatrics. Nursing skills include but not limited to: g tube and g tube care and feedings bolus or pump, special needs patient care, medication administration, proper use of assistive devices, assistance with ADLs, etc. I have great conversational skills and...
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Lindsey F.


Garwood, NJ

$24-30/hr13 yrs exp

Experienced, Hardworking Nanny, Looking For The Perfect Family To Become Apart Of!

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I'm a very patient, hardworking & reliable caregiver. I have many years of experience with kids of all ages; including children who have special needs.
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Rebecca N.


Middlesex, NJ

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Becca and I am currently a kindergarten teacher looking for a summer opportunity! I have experience with infants and children of all ages including special needs. I am confident in my ability to support your family in anyway you may need. Wishing you and your family well!
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Emilie V.


Highland Park, NJ

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

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I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have worked with preschool aged children with special needs and am CPR certified. I have also received both of my covid-19 vaccines.
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Sherri S.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Preschool Assistant Available

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I currently am a stay at home mom for the past 3 years. I previously worked as a teacher's assistant in a school for the deaf for 6 years. In that time I have had the chance to work with children from ages preschool to high school age. I also gained experience working with special needs children. As a teacher's assistant my job...
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Lin T.


Somerset, NJ

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

ABA Therapist

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I enjoy time with children, I am a trained autism specialist, I can work with your special need children following the IEP. I am patient, friendly, like to think of creative activities for children. I worked as teacher's assistant for many years and substitute teacher in public school in New Jersey. The students' age range from...
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Melinda M.


Somerset, NJ

$21-22/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello families. My name is Mindy. I have a love of nursing, teaching and mentoring. I have 15 years of experience in each of these fields. I was the senior certified nursing assistant on my unit, a personal care aid, a home health aid, med tech and a site coordinator of a popular before & after school program which I would...
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Erin P.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$25-50/hr

Special Education Teacher

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20 years in the field. Taught for the UCESC in Westfield NJ as well as providing early intervention. Great references. Ability to care for challenging children with patience and love.
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Lydia S.


Westfield, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a 2nd and 3rd grade special education teacher. I am a fully certified NJ teacher. I also have an Orton Gillingham reading certificate. I have also worked in a demanding job position (special education setting), where kids are sent out of district due to their functioning levels and their aggressive behaviors. I have a...
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Juliana B.


Watchung, NJ

$26-39/hr3 yrs exp

Loving Babysitter Looking For Unicorn Family!

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Hi families! I'm a college student majoring in Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences, I live in Watchung, and I'm currently looking for a nanny/babysitting position (at least 30 hours weekly). For the past year I have been a full-time nanny in Westfield to this wonderful family, but their sweet 3-year-old just started school and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dunellen, NJ

Aicha K.

5.0

Aicha is the nanny we always wanted and we're looking for! She's proactive and comes up with ideas to entertain my 2 year old. She's highly dependable and we feel extremely safe with her taking care of our daughter. Highly recommend!

- Bisma M.

Alyssa M.

5.0

Alyssa has been such a tremendous help to my family these past few years taking care of my children, especially my middle one who has many complicated needs. My child has Autism, is nonverbal and requires medication several times a day for seizures. He also needs assistance with his personal hygiene...

- Jennifer Z.

Katherine B.

5.0

Kathy has been kind compassionate and eager to help in anyway with my parents. I can trust and rely on her. She is a true blessing to our family.

- Care member

Roxanne C.

5.0

Roxanne has truly been a blessing to our family! My son loves her and always has the best of times when he is with Roxanne. She is fun, loving, and even educational! She is very reliable and we will continue to use her for babysitting when needed.

- Rosetta D.

Tim K.

5.0

Tim is very kind and patient. He is able to effectively manage my very difficult nonverbal autistic sons with compassion, understanding, and kindness

- Care member

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