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Rania G.


Hawthorne, NJ

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

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I have over 20 years of experience working with people of all ages who have been diagnosed with special needs. From the age of 9 years old, I helped my single mother raise my 2-year-old brother who was diagnosed with autism. We struggled as a family, as there was little to no resources available regarding the autism spectrum...
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Jenine D.


New Milford, NJ

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Have Tons Of Experiences

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
5.0
"Jenine is a lovely woman! My daughter had such a wonderful time with Jenine, she's still talking about it!!!"

Camille M.

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Sandra B.


Garfield, NJ

$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

My Name is Sandra, In the past I worked with special needs teens, toddlers ( spine bifida, down syndrome, autism, behavior disorder ) I have experience to work with them so that they are within their limitations as independent as possible.
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Olivia M.


Ramsey, NJ

$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

5+ years working with children/teenagers with down syndrome/autism. Educational experience in these areas as well!
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Sarena L.


Paramus, NJ

$21-27/hr

DSP/Group Home Manager

Hello my name is sarena L. I have been working with mentally disabled adults for over 10 years. I have worked with children and adults with all different kinds of cognitive disabilities such as down syndrome, autism, diabetes, epilepsy, and mental health patients. And very compassionate and caring and understanding and have much...
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Kaitlyn O.


Rutherford, NJ

$15-20/hr

15 Year Pediatric Nurse

9 years in a pediatric office. Triaging and caring for newborns to teenagers. Then I worked in pediatric Homecare for 6 years caring for all ages and all diagnoses (Autism, Downs Syndrome, CP ect). I am skilled in gtube feedings, respiratory care and oxygen support.
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Elizabeth O.


Wallington, NJ

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver Available

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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Kiersten M.


Caldwell, NJ

$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp

Paraprofessional/tutor for special needs

I am currently attending Fordham University to obtain my Master's in School Psychology with a specialization in early intervention and assessment. I also have worked as a paraprofessional with children who have ADHD and/or ASD. My passion for working with children who have disabilities came from the research I conducted in...
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Chelcie S.


Wayne, NJ

$14-19/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Chelcie and I am looking for some part time babysitting. I am currently a teacher and certified in k-6 elementary and k-12 special education. I am also RBT and ABA certified. I have worked for the past 7 years in a special education Autism ABA classroom. I have experience with all ages and have worked with...
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Alexandra M.


Fairfield, NJ

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part Or Full-Time Care Available

I will be graduating in May with a Master's in Elementary Education with a concentration in Special Education. I completed a full-time student teaching internship in a Special Education resource room for students in grades 1st-5th. I also student taught in 6th, 7th and 8th grade students with special needs in the self-contained...
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Jenine D.


New Milford, NJ

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Tons Of Experience And Love For Children

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

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 teacherworking with children pre-K- 8 th. In addition, I have...
Jenine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jessica K.


Rochelle Park, NJ

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Responsible & Kind Babysitter

For the past 10 years, I have worked at Camp Sunshine/Snowflake, which is an accessible day camp for children and adults with multiple disabilities. During the summer, I work with a group of 10 kids, ages 12-18, who work one to one with their assigned volunteers. I have experience working with individuals with autism, cerebral...
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Sophie L.


Haworth, NJ

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available In June, Full-time In July!

I am a Junior at Ithaca College studying Occupational Therapy, and I LOVE children! I have been a camp counselor for kids ages 10-13, but because I need to take a summer class, I will be in Ithaca for the summer and I'd love to have kids to keep me smiling through my Anatomy class. I can work with kids ages 4 and up! I am very...
Sophie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Brian P.


Fair Lawn, NJ

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

DSP

Hello! My name is Brian, and I am a dedicated caregiver and Direct Support Professional (DSP) with extensive experience caring for individuals with diverse needs. As an aspiring Occupational Therapy (OT) student, I am passionate about helping others and understand the challenges faced by individuals with physical and mental...
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Fantasia R.


Wayne, NJ

$25-35/hr • 12 yrs exp

From A Caterpillar To A Butterfly

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

My name is Fantasia. I'm a full time (online) student majoring in Child Development and Education/Psychiatric Nursing. I was raised with 4 other children whom I basically raised due to my legal guardian working full time. I love children of all ages and forms. I've worked with children with autism and down syndrome as well. I am...
Fantasia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Fantasia was my live in night nanny in 2012 for my one girl with Down syndrome and my one boy 3 years old at the time. She was literally heaven sent because my husband and I worked non stop. She always came in short noticed and always had a smile on her face. You...

Rebecca C.

I am the energetic mother of 4 grown children and was a caregiver for over 25 years to my brother, who I grew up with, and had Downs Syndrome. He came to live with me shortly after I married and he was an integral part of my family. I was fully responsible for every area of his life and daily care. I implemented all of his...
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Debra B.


New City, NY

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

VERY RELIABLE CARE GIVER

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Claire A.


New York, NY

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Caregiver/tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
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"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 wish her graduate school schedule this semester allowed for her to continue with us. I strongly recommend...

Star K.

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Laura C.


Fort Lee, NJ

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energetic and Loving Nanny Seeks Position

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Laura. I am 38 years old. I am currently seeking a nanny position. I have previous experience with children. I am a special needs nanny who has worked with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, brain injury and autism. I also was a day camp counselor for two years for 5-year-olds. Plus, I worked with my mother who was...
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Olivia G.


New York, NY

$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 24 years old and I just graduated with my Masters in psychology! I'm vaccinated and very Covid-cautious. I am an energetic and loving caregiver who has worked with kids with ages ranging from 2 months to 16 years old. A major reason I've loved caring for children is being able to incorporate concepts and strategies I've...

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Hawthorne, NJ

Jenine D.

5.0

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

- Camille M.

Fantasia R.

5.0

Most favorite human ever. She worked with me back in 2010-2013 as a live in nanny for my twins. Unfortunately I moved to Texas for a job offering and we had to split ways. In 2016 I came back to NY for a teachers position and reconnected with Fantasia and found out she wasn't working full time so...

- Edna C.

Claire A.

5.0

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 wish her graduate school schedule this semester allowed for her to continue with us. I strongly recommend Claire!

- Star K.

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