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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Matawan, NJ

The average rate is $23/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Matawan, NJ

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Lauren D.


Matawan, NJ

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider

5.0

(1)

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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...

Recent review:

5.0
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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Susan K.


Matawan, NJ

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver-Registered Nurse

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I have done Home Nursing Care for children with cognitive and developmental disabilities. I am endlessly patient and enjoy spending time with kids.
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Courtney L.


Matawan, NJ

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Line Therapist-Early Autism Project

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Utilized 1:1 Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to teach 8-year-old boy and 6-year-old girl language, self-help, social, school, and daily life skills while collaborating with lead therapists, teachers, and parents.
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Mary L.


Matawan, NJ

$30-40/hr6 yrs exp

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Hello, my name is Mary; I have my bachelors in psychology and education, as well I am certified to teach kindergarten through 5th grade. I have taught in a preschool and infant care giving. Currently I teach special education high school. I have my own transportation and am able to take your children to activities or play dates....
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Nicole Q.


Matawan, NJ

$42-50/hr10 yrs exp

Cna/hha

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Hi I am a caring and reliable care giver. I have a flexible a schedule and can work on weekends If needed
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Jennifer R.


Matawan, NJ

$25-38/hr10 yrs exp

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My name is Jennifer I'm from the beautiful island of Jamaica I'm married to my best friend for over 20 years I have a wonderful son And a beautiful daughter in law I love people Especially people with special needs I believe God created them for a reason One of that reason is to show us who they are and also to show us who...
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Susan K.


Matawan, NJ

$30-35/hr3 yrs exp

RN With Pediatric Disability Experience

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I am a Registered Nurse looking for a child caregiver position for children of special needs or general population. I can provide nurturing care, keeping your child safe and engaged.
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Pamela M.


Matawan, NJ

$15-25/hr20 yrs exp

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My name is Pam and I have always loved kids. I started babysitting when I was 10. I had my first full time nanny position at age 17. Since then I have worked for many different families with children All different ages from newborn twins to young teens and special needs children too. Ive had as many as 14 kids at one time. I'm...
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Gianna V.


Matawan, NJ

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Who Is A Child At Heart!

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I have 5+ years of experience working with kids. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping as well if needed. I am a dancer who is a dance teacher for kids from preschool all the way up to 12 years old. I love working with kids and also have experience working with children with special needs! I am 20 years old and I'm...
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Barbara E.


Matawan, NJ

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter Available Evenings And Weekends

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I have previously worked at a daycare with children from infants to 5 years old for two years and enjoyed it. I also work at a pediatric dental office with children of all ages and special needs too.
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Mackenzie H.


Colts Neck, NJ

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Sitter

5.0

(1)

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I have 6 years of experience caring for multiple families' children of all ages. I can help with any duties around the house, schoolwork, pets, and am comfortable with any age child. I also have experience with special needs. I have a car and am able to help with driving or picking up. I am comfortable with cooking and cleaning....

Recent review:

5.0
Mackenzie was kind and patient with my daughter, who loved spending the day with her and can't wait to do it again.

Reviewed by Melissa L.

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Amanda R.


Perth Amboy, NJ

$22/hr4 yrs exp

3.0

(4)

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Hello! I live in Newark, NJ and I am a creative, compassionate, and positive person with about three and a half years experience in child care. I have experience working with multiple families! I have worked with newborns, toddlers, special needs, as well as helped with meal prep and animal care. I also don't smoke and have my...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Amanda is a super sweet, reliable and patient caregiver. She takes care of my baby boy since he was 4 months old and does really well with meeting all his needs. We're very happy we found her!

Reviewed by Care member

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Christina A.


Hazlet, NJ

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Caring, Trustworthy Babysitter With Experience

5.0

(1)

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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...

Recent review:

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...

Reviewed by Care member

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Amanda B.


Hazlet, NJ

$20/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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...
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Liz R.


Marlboro, NJ

$45-50/hr7 yrs exp

Occupational Therapy Student With A lot Of Experience With Children Requiring Special Attention

5.0

(1)

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I have a master degree in occupational therapy with a psychology minor. I currently work in early intervention and out patient therapy. I am a ASDCS, trained ADOS administrator, IEP advocate, and parent coach. I have educational and clinical experience with ABA and a vast understanding of how to carry out behavioral plans. I am...

Recent review:

5.0
Liz helped me and my children through one of the most trying times. I was at home working with my 1 and 2 year old when the pandemic started and I'm not sure I would of made it through without her. She worked...

Reviewed by Sarah C.

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Toniann P.


Old Bridge, NJ

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

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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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Toni has been a caring, dependable, kind, and lovely presence for my daughter since she started nannying for us when my daughter was about 8 mos old. My daughter lights up when Toni gets to our house and I...

Reviewed by Julie E.

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Colleen P.


Red Bank, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Summer Nanny!

5.0

(2)

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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...

Recent reviews:

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.

Reviewed by Emily S.

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Allison A.


South Amboy, NJ

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Meet Allison

5.0

(2)

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Hello! I am a certified teacher and I currently work in a school district in NJ. I am a kindergarten and first grade special education teacher. I am available for tutoring and babysitting. I have my own transportation and I have extensive experience working with students with special needs! I have been babysitting for over 6...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Allison was great taking care of our 1 year old daughter. She came in early and got all the details to her plan for the day. She definitely puts time and care into what she does which put us at ease. I would...

Reviewed by Care member

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Cathi A.


Parlin, NJ

$38/hr10 yrs exp

4.5

(2)

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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.

Recent reviews:

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...

Reviewed by Heidi C.

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Manjit K.


Old Bridge, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Baby Sitter

5.0

(3)

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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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
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 Matawan, NJ

Lauren D.

5.0

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.

- Carrieann M.

Mackenzie H.

5.0

Mackenzie was kind and patient with my daughter, who loved spending the day with her and can't wait to do it again.

- Melissa L.

Amanda R.

5.0

Amanda is a super sweet, reliable and patient caregiver. She takes care of my baby boy since he was 4 months old and does really well with meeting all his needs. We're very happy we found her!

- Care member

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

Liz R.

5.0

Liz helped me and my children through one of the most trying times. I was at home working with my 1 and 2 year old when the pandemic started and I'm not sure I would of made it through without her. She worked around 20 hours a week and always made the children her priority. Whether it was doing a...

- Sarah C.

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