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What others are saying about Down syndrome care in Paramus, NJ

Michael was a caregiver for our two sons (preschooler and fourth grader) on two occasions in the past few months. My interaction with…

Review for Michael B. by Saurabh 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…

Review for Mary Rose P. by Marisol 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…

Review for Claire A. by Star K.

Down syndrome care in Paramus, NJ

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Michael B.


Hoboken, NJ

$20-35/hr • 8 yrs exp

4.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm Michael, a young, freelance writer with a love for kids. My two younger sisters don't hurt. One has Down syndrome, so I'm used to caring for children with special needs. If you're looking for the kind of sitter to park your kids in front of the TV, look elsewhere. From board games to outdoor excursions, I'll keep them...
Michael can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Michael for an after school job with our 2.5 year old. Our son loves him and so do we. Michael was reliable, responsible and fun. I'm very pregnant and not too mobile, so Michael helped safely walk my son home from school each day. Our son loved...

Stacey P.

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Mary Rose P.


Astoria, NY

$50/hr • 9 yrs exp

Certified General/Special Education Teacher Seeking Part-time Employment

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
5.0
"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 disorder. I have to say that it had to be God who put this young lady in our path. I simply cannot say enough...

Marisol A.

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Claire A.


New York, NY

$17-20/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...
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...

Star K.

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Teri L.


Eastchester, NY

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

MOTHER'S HELPER/NANNY

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a loving experienced mother of a Now grown son who I raised myself. I have held the position of Teacher's Assistant in various day care programs as well as child care positions for newborns, toddlers and preteens. I have driven children to school activities and am happy to help with homework. I am reliable, honest, pay...
Teri can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Teri worked for us for a year taking care of our 6 year old son, who is on the autism spectrum. My son loved her and I really appreciated her help with errands and cleaning. Teri is reliable, caring and consistent. She also has experience with special needs kids...

Katrena S.

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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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Midori K.


New York, NY

$27/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Midori. I have over 7 years of childcare/nannying experience and experience working with special needs children. I am fluent in English and Japanese, and I am able to cook and some light cleaning around the house. Some previous experience that I have is an instructor for elementary age school students at an after...
Midori can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Midori was a great help to my husband and kids, she is always willing to give a helping hand and the kids love her. I hope she gets along with your family as well as ours."

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Jillian G.


New York, NY

$20-35/hr

Comfortable And Have Experience Working With Special Needs Children

I have worked with children with both autism and down syndrome and had an amazing experience working with them. I am always willing to take them out or just stay inside and play. I take the opportunity as making a new friend.
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Hardai B.


Forest Hills, NY

$19-25/hr

Special Needs Assistance

I took care of children that had developmental challenges. Attention Deficit and Down Syndrome. I am passionate about children and adults that has special needs due to having a brother with Down syndrome. I am also a certified Personal Care Assistant. I am flexible with time, and go the extra mile to accommodate my clients...
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Michelle W.


Brooklyn, NY

$17-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available For Special Needs Families

Hello, I have been working with children with special needs for 8 years. I have worked in a childcare setting as well as provided private care. I have experience with children with food allergies, Down's syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, hydrocephalus, seizure disorders and eating disorders. I enjoy taking children outside for...
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Gisel R.


Bronx, NY

$18-23/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hello I am the oldest of 5 siblings, the youngest was born with ADD/ADHD I help mostly for him. I also had previous jobs with children who've had Down syndrome, Disabled and who are Challenging. I am very patient and very sweet and love working with children with needs!
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Maya B.


Brooklyn, NY

$30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Or Tutor Experienced At Working With Children With Special Needs

Hello! My name is Maya and I am a psychology student at Harvard training to be a child psychologist. I'm friendly, warm, passionate, caring, and enthusiastic. I have experience with children with physical and psychological conditions and their families. I worked as an Associate Teacher assisting children with severe special...
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Brianna P.


Hoboken, NJ

$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

ACDS Volunteer

Volunteered through ACDS for two summers teaching yoga to young adults with Down's syndrome and other developmental delays.
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Daniella D.


New York, NY

$17/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

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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Nichakorn F.


Parsippany, NJ

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Your Kid Is My Kid

Hi there, My name is Nicha (from Thailand). I love children. I used to be a volunteer to take care of the special needs children (Down syndrome, autism, developmental delay & Prader-Willi syndrome & children who have emotional problems from separated parents) for 2-3 months at an institute in Bangkok. I have learned from...
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Hope S.


New York, NY

$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Excited Part-Time Care Giver

I am a energetic, enthusiastic college student who has a passion for working with kids experiencing special needs. I have previous experience working with autism, cerebral palsy and down syndrome. I am currently going to school for theatre so I especially love imagination play. I am able to work with any age and am excited to...
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Lucy A.


Astoria, NY

$15-20/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

I have worked with both adults and children with varied special needs. I have worked for a Boston-based program called Step by Step, and taught dance classes for adults with Down Syndrome and children on the autism spectrum. In each class, I created choreography that both gave them technique practice, as well as gave them space...
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Sunmi J.


Glen Ridge, NJ

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

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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Ashley C.


New York, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energetic Part Time Caregiver

Hi! My name is Ashley, I am new to the city from Boston/Portland Maine. I live in the Turtle Bay Area. I work a mainly remote full-time job but am looking for some sitting jobs to help "fill my cup." I am hoping to go back to school to become a teacher. I am extroverted, patient, and reliable. I have been working with kids for...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Eloise S.


New York, NY

$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Upper East Side Babysitter

Hello, my name is Eloise, I'm 26 years old and was born and raised on the upper east side of Manhattan. I speak English and French fluently and Spanish conversationally. I currently live in the financial district. My building has amenities and I live on my own so can have the child or adult over if that's preferred. I was...
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Martha A.


Bronx, NY

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

With more than 10 years experience as a personal or direct care provider, I have cared for a wide range of clients, from new born to 93 years old adults. My special needs knowledge covers formal training and education. Hands on experience with Down Syndrome, Alzheimer, Speech Delays, Physical Disability and Bed-bond clients. I...

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