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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Highlands, NJ
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years
Special needs caregivers in Highlands, NJ
Lindsay W.
Highlands, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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15+ yrs of experience with children ranging from 3 months - teens, CPR certified, animal lover, special needs experience, happy to pick-up/drop-off, cook, laundry/light cleaning, bathe and prep for bed, homework help, hands-on with activities (sports/games/crafts), dual MBA in Finance & Marketing.
5.0
"I have a 13- year old autistic son who loves Lindsay and Lindsay loves him. She is a caring, dependable, and very reliable individual. She interacts with my son extremely well. I cannot say enough good things...
Reviewed by James G.
5.0
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I've worked for the Hazlet Township School District for 8 years. After that, I began babysitting for a lovely family, that I can now call my extended family, until June 2023. When I began the youngest child was 6 months old and the oldest was 5 years old. The children are of school age now so they no longer need me.
I love...
5.0
"Christina watches my kids for several years. She loved them like family and they love her. She is energetic and caring. She cooked, taught Italian and preacademic skills to my daughter as a toddler. Our family...
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Bette B.
Long Branch, NJ
$10/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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I am currently a part-time college student. During high school, I completed a Certified Nurses Aide program through vocational school. I am caring, nurturing, trustworthy and passionate about my work. I truly loved my time spent in nursing homes during my clinical training and really enjoy working with the elderly and disabled....
5.0
"Bette is a responsible, caring and friendly girl. She cares deeply and is very passionate about her health care career. She can easily put a smile on your face and brighten your day. She is honest and...
Reviewed by Bari B.
Kelly O.
Eatontown, NJ
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
EasterSeals APPROVED Caregiver (CNA, CHHA, RYT & Rated By Clients As 5 Stars)
5.0
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I am looking for a position where I can help lighten the load of the family with caring, compassionate aid, for themselves or their loved one. I am currently available to discuss openings in my schedule to provide care.
5.0
"In one word Kelly is awesome. So glad to have found a highly qualified professional to care for and spend time with my son. He is 17, special needs, and needs help in all areas, self-care, socialization,...
Reviewed by jodi F.
5.0
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I have 10+ years of experience ranging from newborn to 12 years old! I am CPR certified and am fully vaccinated against COVID-19. I previously worked at a day care facility at holy name hospital and worked with kids ranging from newborn-6 years old, special needs children, and sick children. I am currently in Physician Assistant...
5.0
"Colleen is great! She watched my 2 boys and was very helpful and would help my kids with their homework. She is reliable, timely, and does an amazing job with kids. She is wonderful and would recommend anytime!"
Reviewed by Isabella R.
Amanda B.
Hazlet, NJ
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have continued to do so throughout the years. I have watched many different children of all ages, ranging from infancy to teenage years, and some with special needs. The most I have watched at a time is 6 kids. I am also a teacher and love nothing more than working with...
5.0
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I am a mother of three grown children. My career was not in childcare but I have had much experience working with children. Along with raising my three children and being very involved with all their activities I taught CCD (Sunday school) for 14 years. In doing so I had to go through all state mandated child abuse and safety...
5.0
"Nicole is wonderful and such a help to our family! We have worked together since my son was 4 months old. It is very clear to me that working with babies and children is a passion. She has demonstrated...
Reviewed by Jaime R.
Gaby B.
Oakhurst, NJ
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have worked with many children in the past as well as younger siblings and cousins. I have been able take care of them, shower them, feed them, change diapers, as well as I have 3-4 years of experience taking care of special needs kids and adults.
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Hi! I'm Sarah, a certified public school music teacher with over 10 years experience working with children and children with special needs. I love to come up with creative games for children, arts and crafts and a huge animal person.
Molly M.
Long Branch, NJ
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have always loved caring for children and seeing them grow. I have a years experience working with school aged special needs children at their school. I also have about three years experience working with infants and toddlers as a lead teacher in a daycare setting. I am very patient with every age group and pay attention to...
Rachel S.
Middletown, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Over 10 Years Experience In The Field Of Working With Adults Who Have Developmental Disabilities.
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I have over 15 years of working experience working and helping adults who have various developmental disabilities. I've worked one on one, in group homes, and in day programs. I've worked with adults who were diagnosed with various developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, cognitive...
Clara R.
Long Branch, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I'm a certified home health aide with over 10 years of experience and my specialty is Alzheimer . I love to read and crochet and cook and learn and hear the stories from my patients
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15+ years of experience as a Nanny, and a mother of two. I have the expertise, to care for your loved one, and assure their safety, as I pride myself in ensuring the safety of any child in my care.
I have experience with seizures, and developmental delay.
Nutritional meal choices are extremely important, and prepared with...
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Special needs is a special super power! I am a very out going and down to earth mother of two boys with a background in ABA therapy. I love to help others and grow positive relationships. (Most of my experience is with autism and down syndrome). I look forward to hearing from you soon!
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Hiiii!!!, I'm Yazmarie. Im an 21-year-old that is working on their GED at home. I have many reason on to why I would love to babysit. My love for kids and animals go beyond than words. I'm also very well with special needs kids. I also worked at a daycare for a year caring for kids ages from infants to 6-year-olds. In the day...
Grace M.
Long Branch, NJ
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hi! I am Grace, and I am 19 years old. I study Psychology at Fordham University. I have been trusted to nanny, teach, and inspire children for as long as I can remember. As the eldest daughter and cousin in my large family, I have been surrounded by children my entire life.
I have the utmost experience with babies, from ages...
Gabriella M.
Long Branch, NJ
$22-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I currently work full time in a school for children on the spectrum since the summer of 2021. I have experience with AAC devices, non verbal/verbal children that range in the ages of 5-18.
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Hi there!
My name is Genevieve (36 years old) and I grew up here in Red Bank/Fair Haven.
I come from a family of teachers, and went to school for my Bachelors in Early Childhood Education and Spanish.
I completed my student teaching in Red Bank, and then worked in public and private schools.
I have been a babysitter and a...
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Hello! My name is Terri-Ann. I am an Early Intervention Therapist and have worked with children professionally from toddler through High School in settings as broad as babysitting in the home, therapeutic intervention practitioner, public school educator, Sunday School teacher or Mad Scientist! I am safety conscious,...
Kimmy H.
West Long Branch, NJ
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi! I have many years of experience volunteering with children and adults with special needs. I have been a volunteer for Tim Tebow's night to shine for 7 years and have received training through that. I have also volunteered for various other events including parents night out at my church, where parents are able to drop off...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Highlands, NJ
Lindsay W.
5.0
Lindsay is a very loving and caring young woman She is very athletic and is great with children.Lindsay is very smart and she always strives to succeed
- Barbara W.
Christina A.
5.0
Christina watches my kids for several years. She loved them like family and they love her. She is energetic and caring. She cooked, taught Italian and preacademic skills to my daughter as a toddler. Our family was blessed to have had her for our sitter.
- Care member
Bette B.
5.0
Bette is a responsible, caring and friendly girl. She cares deeply and is very passionate about her health care career. She can easily put a smile on your face and brighten your day. She is honest and dependable. Need some company or help with your activities of daily living? She's your girl!
- Bari B.
Kelly O.
5.0
Kelly has worked for about a year, for my disabled non verbal daughter who is twenty one years old. Kelly works about 3 to 4 hours a week, she is a kind personal care assistant whom provides walks out in the community, safety fall protection, library visits, transportation, grocery shopping,...
- Kathleen F.
Colleen P.
5.0
Colleen is mature responsible adult whom I trust. Her pursuit of a career in the medical field makes me feel safe leaving my children with her. I'm confident that she would know what to do in an emergency.
- Emily S.
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