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60 special needs caregivers are listed in South River, NJ
The average rate is $20/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in South River, NJ
Rebecca S.
South River, NJ
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Diligent College Grad With Experience With Special Needs
5.0
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I am a certified Elementary teacher. I have taught PreK with 3 and 4-year-olds for three years, 3rd grade for 1 year, and 2nd grade for 1 year. I have experience working with children with special needs from all of those settings. I have also provided respite care for families with children with special needs who need consistent...
Lisette B.
South River, NJ
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have been a registered nurse for over 15 years and I have been home with my children for the past 3 years. Currently I am looking to work part time. I worked almost 9 years with newborns in the hospital, 5 years of case management, and almost 2 years in a dialysis clinic over those 15 years. I am reliable, trustworthy,...
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My name is Adeline, I am currently a licensed practical nurse. I have 7 years of experience, this includes in clinics, home care. I administer medication, manage medications, administer feedings via g-tube. I have done some hospice care as well. I have experience with seizure disorders. I currently work as a nurse case manager...
Solana B.
South River, NJ
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
My Name Is Solana, I Am 19 Just Moved To New Jersey From Maine. Looking For Wonderful Opportunities.
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I was born into a full family, so I'm comfortable around lots of kids. I have experience with special-needs children, I've taken years of culinary class, so I am better able to make and prepare meals. I promise to give the care and respect that your child/children need while under my supervision.
I like working with kids...
Aicha K.
Piscataway, NJ
$33/hr • 10 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.
5.0
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CHAA certified, more than 20 years experience with caring for senior citizens living with diseases such as dementia, Alzheimer, special needs, and disabilities, and hospice.
5.0
"Jackie exceeded our expectations on every level. She was with us for a year. She was skilled, professional and taught us a lot. She understood the best way to approach my husband's care. She kept the mood in...
Reviewed by Barbara Y.
4.1
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I appreciate the elderly very much. Interested in a HHA position. I have 15 years of experience in the field and I'm very flexible.
I also have experience with, bed bound, special needs, Parkinson's, Dementia, hospice care, MS, stroke.
5.0
"Michael cared for my father who had parkinson's for almost 2 years. In that time he never fell and never needed to go to the hospital. I would trust him with my life."
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Cathi A.
Parlin, NJ
$38/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
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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.
4.0
"Kathy was great. During the interview, she played games with my son and was very interactive. I don't even think my son realized she was teaching him things like his numbers and colors, etc. My son really...
Reviewed by Staci L.
5.0
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*Childcare sharing* I am a teacher who has temporarily left the field after having my daughter in 2021. I have worked as a daycare provider, babysitter, and nanny for infants, toddlers, and children of all ages, including children with special needs for about 11 years now. I am trained in CPR, first aid, and AED use for every...
5.0
"Our son had a school event at a water park and we needed someone who would be willing to go down all the slides with him. We hired Nicole and she did an excellent job entertaining him and making sure he had a...
Reviewed by Phillip B.
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My name is Donyel and I have over 20 years of experience in providing care to persons with special needs of all ages, throughout New Jersey and the Tri-state area. With training and certifications including but not limited to Home Healthcare, Adult and Child/Infant CPR/First Aid and AED, Crisis Management, Abuse & Neglect,...
Florence L.
Somerset, NJ
$49/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
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Hi my name is Florence I have being a care giver for more than 10 years I have worked with all group of elderly people and in the nursing homes, rehabs, and private homes I can also do light house keeping I know how to cook, bathe, laundry, and clean the house. I have been working in the nursing homes. I love to work with people...
5.0
"Florence is a wonderful person and caregiver. She took care of my father, my father in law and then my mother. She became one of the family. She listens and does exactly what you ask. She is also very...
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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.
Stefanie M.
Monroe Township, NJ
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hi there! I have recently graduated from Rutgers University and received my Masters in Technology and Information Management. I currently work as an Project Manager for a tech company in central Jersey. When I'm not busy with work, I love spending time with kids! I have babysitting experience on and off throughout high school...
5.0
"Stefanie was such a blessing to our household. My boys kept asking when will they see Stefanie again. I'm looking forward to winter/summer breaks to hire her again!"
Reviewed by Margo M.
5.0
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Learning and Playing with children has blessed me with the most wonderful memories of all!
Teaching a child to express themselves and communicate through music and sign language (ASL) and watching their frustrations ease, are some of the reasons I became a Nanny. I am a Caregiver and Consultant with over 20 years of experience...
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"Donyel was a nanny to our daughter for almost a year, starting when she was 6 months old. She's by far the best care-taker we've ever had! She's responsible, reliable, loving, nurturing and taught our daughter...
Reviewed by Maria G.
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Hello! My name is Sarah. I am 24 years of age & I live in East Brunswick. I have 7 years of experience watching children with special needs. I have lots of compassion & patience. I have worked with children ages 4-9 with Autism (Verbal and Non-Verbal). It takes a lot of courage to have a warm heart for children who have serious...
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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...
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.
Alyssa M.
Somerset, NJ
$16-25/hr • 1 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.
Amanda R.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.0
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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...
5.0
"Amanda was an amazing Nanny and addition to our family for two years. When I first hired her, I thought I was just getting essentially a babysitter but my two kids (10 months and 3 years old ) got a second...
Reviewed by Holly P.
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I am a young woman with a kind, loving, fun spirit. I have a lot of experience with children from ages 2 months to 12 yrs old. I began babysitting my first 2-month-old infant at the age of 12. I have worked in a family owned home daycare which has been in business for over 25 years, so I have had the privilege to work hand and...
5.0
"Amanda was amazing from the moment she came into my home. I hired her to care for my newborn who had severe stomach issues at the time. She is so patient, loving and extremely knowledgeable. I highly recommend...
Reviewed by Sarah W.
Katie B.
Old Bridge, NJ
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
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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.
5.0
"She is very patient and understands the population."
Reviewed by Robin J.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in South River, 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.
Jacqueline L.
5.0
My father in law absolutely loved having her around when we were not home! She helped him with anything he needed and even helped him with his physical therapy! I am very grateful for her and I would definitely hire her again!
- Lauren W.
Micheal A.
5.0
Michael cared for my father who had parkinson's for almost 2 years. In that time he never fell and never needed to go to the hospital. I would trust him with my life.
- Care member
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.
Nicole B.
5.0
Our son had a school event at a water park and we needed someone who would be willing to go down all the slides with him. We hired Nicole and she did an excellent job entertaining him and making sure he had a great time. She got on his level and engaged him in conversation and was super patient...
- Phillip B.
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