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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Keyport, NJ
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Keyport, NJ
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In addition to my listed experience, I have also worked with children with special needs. I worked in residential care, and in the classroom at a school for children with special needs.
My experiences include recreation assistant, life coach, and daily care assistance. I have also volunteered in leadership for Girl Scouts,...
Jade F.
Keyport, NJ
$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello! I'm a relaxed and patient caregiver with 3 years paid nanny experience and 10 years on and off working with kids either as a regular sitter or tutor. I've also worked as a virtual English as a Second Language Teacher (TESOL) for pre-k to 8th grade level. I have a deep passion and love for the neurodiverse community and...
Antoinette R.
Keyport, NJ
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I'm Antoinette a mother to a 16-year-old daughter
I currently work as a private companion on weekends, I'm also experienced with hospice and long term care, I enjoy helping and assisting with daily living when needed and also still aim to allow them to be as independent as possible as long as they can. I'm very open, honest end...
Sandra F.
Keyport, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have worked with special needs students since 1981. I always felt rewarded at the end of the day. I have my background check from the school that I presently work at. It was done 2-08. I have no problem producing it. I am an Instructional Aide.
Britani B.
Keyport, NJ
$30-44/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Britani And I Specialize In Child Care, Pet Care, As Well As Tutoring!
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Hello my name is Britani. I would describe myself as reliable, nurturing, responsible & patient
I love working with children because I have 7 nieces and nephews of my own that I adore, and taking care of children comes natural to me! I have cared for children of all ages: infants all the way up to 17 yrs old along with...
Kayla T.
Keyport, NJ
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Kayla and I am 19 years old. I have been babysitting professionally for the last year. I have experience working with special needs children, I grew up in a special needs home myself. I like to be very engaged and I believe in keeping kids away from screens! I like to do coloring, reading, arts and crafts and I...
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I love to take care of people. My parents are in their 80s. I took care of my mother-in-law while she had a lung cancer. I have worked with special needs since 1981, and presently work with special needs. I was also a physical therapy aide for two years. I have been a companion for a special lady who had suffered from a stroke...
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Olivia S.
Keyport, NJ
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Energetic and compassionate nursing student with over five years of childcare experience. Including being a pediatric nurses assistant, teachers-aid, babysitter, nanny, and mother's helper. I have cared for children ages ranging from newborn-13 years old. I also have experience working with medically fragile children with...
Cathi A.
Parlin, NJ
$38/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have extensive experience in the child care field, providing a loving, caring, and nurturing environment for children of all ages, from infants through early teens. Adaptable to special needs children and their care. I'm also a pet lover.
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"As a single parent, I couldn't have raised such a great son without her. She was always there to support both my son and me. She has great values and I trusted every decision she made when my son was in her...
Reviewed by Heidi C.
Wendy Z.
Staten Island, NY
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi, I'm Wendy! I am 24 years old and a Leo :D In my free time, I love playing my guitar, piano, writing music, and singing! I was a nanny recently for a very nice family and the mother left a review below. I love nature and exploring! I recently also volunteered at a farm for 5 months. As far as duties go around the house, I can...
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"Wendy was great. Unfortunately the timing didn't work for us but she was very dependable and a hard worker."
Reviewed by Jennifer B.
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Hello! I am a 27-year-old middle school language arts teacher living in Woodbridge, NJ. I AM FULLY COVID-19 VACCINATED!! I have my bachelor's degree in English and my Master's in Teaching with certifications in k-6, special ed., and middle school (5-8) language arts. Personally, I have worked with children for as long as I can...
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"Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the boys to the library, the park, to get ice cream after...
Reviewed by Ariya V.
Katie B.
Old Bridge, NJ
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have worked in the DDD and mental health fields for over 10 years. I have been a job coach to all kinds of different people, including autistic, TBI patients, and mentally challenged.
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"My son was a resident at a program in NJ. She was very kind to my son and he thinks of her as a friend to this day. When I brought him home to live in his own apartment she traveled to see him and his place....
Reviewed by Joyce O.
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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...
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"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.
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Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities and physically abused at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French nonprofit organization "L'École de clown" where I was...
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"Camelia was hired as a nanny to take care of my baby about one year of age for nine months. Camelia is very caring and have great interactions with my daughter. My daughter enjoyed play time with Camelia and...
Reviewed by Michelle M.
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Empathetic, patient, caring experienced senior and special needs caregiver with 24+ years experience. Will care for your family member as if they were my own family. Vast experience in Cerebral Palsy, seizure disorders, Alzheimer, Parkinson, Hospice Care. CPR certified and certified in Medication Administration.
I am also...
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"My family was very lucky to have Carol come into our lives at a very difficult time. Carol helped take care of my mother for six months until her passing in June. Carol showed a great deal of compassion,...
Reviewed by Jody F.
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I am a NJ State certified Nursery-8th grade teacher and a stay at home Mom for the past 21 years. My children have Special Needs so being at home afforded me the opportunity to gain experience in Special Needs and childcare. I have an abundance of experience that cannot be taught. My nurturing, caring and energetic nature...
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"Lauren is reliable and excellent with children. Her years as a teacher combined with her role as a mother of three make her a perfect candidate for any position involving children. "
Reviewed by Carrieann M.
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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...
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"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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Toniann P.
Old Bridge, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Toniann, but prefer to be called Toni! I'm a 20-year-old Health Science student at Brookdale Community College. I've been actively babysitting since 15 years old and I am also a swim coach for special needs athletes. My most recent experience was as a Nanny for a now 1-year-old child. I began working with this family...
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"Toniann has exceeded my expectations from the very 1st day we interviewed. She is very mature and can not only relate to children so well, she can hold an adult conversation with ease. Her family background...
Reviewed by Rose F.
Nicole G.
Staten Island, NY
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Nicole & welcome to my Care. com profile! I'm a full time college student studying Social Work/ Developmental Disabilities. With that, I'm a special education Teacher and Paraprofessional throughout District 37 schools. I have been teaching for the past 4 years and have experience with 1:1 self direction &...
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"hired Nic for the weekend since i had a date night with my husband, she clicked with the family fast and the kids always ask for her when they know they need a baby sitter. of course we will be hiring her again...
Reviewed by Frances J.
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Dependable Honest Reliable baby sitter and senior care enjoy working with children do activity prepare snack dinner help with home work do activity ready for bed experience with special needs children CMA, CPR, CHHA, CNA love working with children & adult now I'm available over night and mornings I never had covid19 and I'm...
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"She take care my son pick up drop off school and after school she come on time sometime stay later if I'm late give him bath"
Reviewed by Daljit S.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Keyport, NJ
Cathi A.
5.0
As a single parent, I couldn't have raised such a great son without her. She was always there to support both my son and me. She has great values and I trusted every decision she made when my son was in her care. He is now 23 and both he and I still keep in touch with Cathi and see her...
- Heidi C.
Wendy Z.
5.0
Wendy was great. Unfortunately the timing didn't work for us but she was very dependable and a hard worker.
- Jennifer B.
Melissa C.
5.0
Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the boys to the library, the park, to get ice cream after camp. Melissa became part of our family and she will always be. My boys adore her. We wish...
- Ariya V.
Katie B.
5.0
She is very patient and understands the population.
- Robin J.
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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