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Sandra N.

Maplewood, NJ

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$30/hr
With a decade of dedicated service in the field of special needs care, and ongoing Master Degree in Applied Behavioural Analysis, I am a compassionate & highly skilled caregiver specializing in supporting individuals with autism& a wide range of neurological disorders. My experience spans both children& adults, providing...
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After School Care Available

Kearny, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I've been working with individuals with special needs for 10 years. I have worked in group homes and day programs for adults with various cognitive disabilities. I most recently worked in a school for communication and intellectual disabilities, where I taught children of various ages with various diagnoses, such as hearing...
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Paraprofessional

Roselle Park, NJ

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$25/hr
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
transportation
meal prep
Hello, I am an quiet but energetic paraprofessional for the Plainfield NJ School District. I am currently in college and looking for a full or part time caregiver role in Union NJ, Manhattan NY, or the surrounding areas. Most of my experience is with special needs children ages 4-11, specifically children with autism, ADHD,...
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Glen Ridge, NJ

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Experienced with ages: Infant, Toddler, Youth, Teen, Adult, Senior Experienced with diagnoses: Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cancer, Down Syndrome, Mental Illness, Alzheimer
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Full Time Caregiver

Bloomfield, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with children with different special needs. When I was working in the elementary school, I shadowed a little girl that had down syndrome. I would take her to all her specials and accompany her during lunchtime. I would help her interact with the other children and assist her in her academics. I would also maintain...
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Special Education Teacher

Springfield, NJ

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$80/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Katie and I work full-time as a special education teacher during the school year. I mainly work with students with Autism, Down Syndrome, learning delays and behavioral disabilities. I am available after school hours (after 4pm) and full time during summer months (June 12th - August 25th). I provide private...
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Special Education Teacher Available For Summer Support!

Springfield, NJ

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$80/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Katie and I work full-time as a special education teacher during the school year. I mainly work with students with Autism, Down Syndrome, learning delays and behavioral disabilities. I am available after school hours for private academic and social skills tutoring, ABA therapy, and/or assisting with daily...
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Caregiver/tutor

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a sister with Down Syndrome and have been involved in the special needs community my whole life. I was the president of the Best Buddies chapter at Simsbury high school where I interacted and facilitated activities for people with all different types of developmental and intellectual disabilities. In addition, I have been...

Star K. says "I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived with a smile. I...

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I Have Tons Of Experiences

New Milford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
For the past 10 years I have served as a baby sitter working with children ages, two weeks to 15 years old including children with down syndrome, autism, bi-polar, and mild special needs cases. Since 2005, I have been employed by the Montclair Board of Education as a teacher assistant working with children pre-K- grade5. In...

Camille M. says "Jenine is a lovely woman! My daughter had such a wonderful time with Jenine, she's still talking about it!!!"

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Child Care Provider

South Bound Brook, NJ

3.0(0)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience taking care of special needs individuals, children as well as some senior care over the last 20 years. I have experience taking of a special needs child with Downs syndrome for over a year and was a full time nanny for a toddler with special needs who was born 10 weeks premature and has hydrocephaly and...
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Certified General/Special Education Teacher Seeking Part-time Employment

Astoria, NY

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Mary Rose and I am currently a Special Education teacher on the elementary level. I hold certificates in General/Special Education on the Elementary level, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and have my Masters of Science for Literacy. I am also working as an Assistant Coach for the Youth Wheelchair division of New York...

Marisol A. says "I was very cautious of who I would hire to watch my 11 year old son who has autism. I felt it had to be someone very patient and had knowledge of the...

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Outgoing Special Education Major

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
As I am a Special Education Major at Chapman University, I am extremely passionate about caring for those with special need. I have extensive experience in the classroom setting and adequate experience in a household setting. I have a young cousin with Downs Syndrome and a close friend with an Autistic child. For as long as I...

Sarupa W. says "Sara is amazing...compassionate, genuine, dependable and responsible and a delight to have around. She took care of my six year old son and nine year old...

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New York, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience
My name is Jackson. I an originally from Kentucky. Since graduating college, I have been traveling abroad and working, mostly as an English teacher. I have diverse experience working with individuals with special needs from infancy to adulthood. These experiences began as a child, having a close relationship with a cousin who is...
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Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver Available

Wallington, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have worked with children with special needs for about 6 years. I have experience feeding, bathing, clothing, teaching, and working closely with children and young adults with various exceptionalities. I am in school to be a special educator and have knowledge on the characteristics of students and children with...
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Warren, NJ

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$15/hr
7 years experience
I have over 7 years experience working with individuals with special needs and various ability levels. Experience working with the following disabilities include: autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, ADHD, deafness, anxiety, depression, as well as eating disorders and schizophrenia.
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Part Time Care Giver

New York, NY

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I have worked with and taught students on the Autism spectrum. I have worked at Easter Seals camp where I worked with campers with Down syndrome, and I have worked with children with Cerebral palsy.
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Special Needs Provider

New York, NY

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$15/hr
7 years experience
I have a brother with Down's Syndrome so I am very comfortable working with children who have disabilities. I myself have ADD and dyslexia and struggled with other learning challenges as a child. I have a passion and love working with special needs children.
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Full Time People Lover

Brooklyn, NY

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$15/hr
5 years experience
My name is Tamika. I have worked with individuals with special needs for 5 years in a group home that housed 8 individuals, both regular staff and management. I also helped in the day program where they went 5 days a week. I have worked hands on with Severe MR, Autistic and Down syndrome people. I truly believe that this is...
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Long Island City, NY

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$21/hr
I worked for Theatre Under The Stars River School, a summer camp for kids and young adults with disabilities. I taught acting to campers with a wide range of disabilities including autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, visual impairment, and many more. I also worked with the Phoenix Theatre Company Summer Camp where I...
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DSP

Brooklyn, NY

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$35/hr
2 years experience
I provide private companion services for adults and individuals with special needs, including those with Down syndrome. My focus is on offering respectful, patient, and personalized support that promotes independence, dignity, and overall well-being. Services include companionship, day habilitation, community outings, travel...
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Recent Down syndrome care reviews from local parents in Maplewood, NJ

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Claire A.

I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived...

- Star K.

Jenine D.

Jenine is a lovely woman! My daughter had such a wonderful time with Jenine, she's still talking about it!!!

- Camille M.

Mary Rose P.

I was very cautious of who I would hire to watch my 11 year old son who has autism. I felt it had to be someone very patient and had...

- Marisol A.

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