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Special needs caregivers in Cedar Knolls, NJ

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Blanca V.


Cedar Knolls, NJ

$33/hr • 10 yrs exp

Available Care Giver For Elderly And Special Needs Children

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I have worked for Bayada nurses, also for loving care which are facilities that provide care for elderly, special needs, and hospice patients.
Blanca can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, transportation, errands, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Hey there! I've been babysitting and working with children for about 15 years now! I usually do lab work full time but about 3 years ago I moved to Oregon for a bit. I moved back home last week to help out with some family things and now I'm looking to help support my family before I find a lab job! I am kind, caring,...
Elyse can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Mackenzie M.


Boonton, NJ

$22-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

(2)

I have been babysitting and nannying for the past 12 years. I started working with four foster children in 2011. I was responsible for their meals, nap-time, and taking the children to and from activities/appointments. I have worked with children with special needs.
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I could rely on MacKenzie to take care of our 4 children without worrying. I knew she would handle any situation that came up sensibly. She's like one of the family."

Sandra C.

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Chloe D.


Morristown, NJ

$23/hr • 2 yrs exp

Chloe D. I babysat three kids for the past two summers part-time, when I started the youngest was 6 months old! I had so much fun with them, but I just returned back to school at Lehigh University! I have a lot of experience with both children and animals from working at summer camps, to helping in the special needs classrooms...
Chloe can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Nichakorn F.


Parsippany, NJ

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Your Child Is My Child

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, How are you? My name is Nicha from Thailand, I live in Parsippany. I'm a stay at home mom who is looking for a part time babysit job during weekdays as my 14years old son goes to school. My special needs son is a gifted&honor student at school. He is a pianist who performed at Canergie Hall at age 6, and also the...
Nichakorn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She's awesome with babies! Love her. Would have kept her longer if wouldn't have to leave Jersey. I will definitely recommend her. She's great and was a pleasure to work with! "

Nandini S.

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Melissa T.


Randolph, NJ

$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Melissa and I absolutely love kids! I am from Randolph, NJ. I am an occupational therapist in a public district. I am passionate about working with all children, especially those with special needs. I love doing arts and crafts, reading and running around with kids, but I am also here to help around the house with...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a kind, caring, and responsible nanny. She communicated daily about when she was picking him up and any other...

Johanna F.

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Tatyana L.


Summit, NJ

$22/hr • 6 yrs exp

Loving Atmosphere

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Tatyana. I am 24 years old. I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, crafts, Swimming Supervision, homework, and creating a loving and healthy environment for your children while you are away. I am comfortable and happy to care for children of all ages and those who may have special...
Tatyana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Megan C.


Morristown, NJ

$15-30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Musician, music-therapist/part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a full-time music therapist and musician interested in providing child care services and/or adapted music lessons. I have extensive experience in child care and have worked with children and adults of all ages and diagnoses. I am a reliable, responsible, and patient individual full of compassion and creativity. I am open to...
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Tara P.


Caldwell, NJ

$20-22/hr • 3 yrs exp

Super Fun Sitter Ready To Make Your Day!

I have 3+ years of child care experience. I am totally willing to help with errands and light housework. I have special needs care experience, including being a teacher's aide in a special needs classroom. Excited to hear from you! :)
Tara can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!"

Care member

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Bonnie R.


Randolph, NJ

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Determined To Provide Wonderful Care To Your Child On A Part-time Basis.

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for over 36 years. While I do not have my own children, I hold the children in my heart that I do work with near and dear to my heart. I have babysat for newborns to teenagers. I also specialize in working with children or adults with special needs. Sometimes I can be available upon short notice. I am...
Bonnie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bonnie is an exceptionally dedicated and talented teacher. She successfully tutored our daughters (who are both autistic) for their Bat Mitvahs. She comes up with great ideas for activities with children. Our daughters always looked forward to being with her."

Gayle R.

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Nashaly M.


Parsippany, NJ

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Behavioral Therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology and interested in babysitting/nannying part time. I love working with kids and have worked at a daycare for almost 2 years and another for about a year now. My mother is also a teacher who has taught me a lot on how to care for a child. I have a 3-year-old brother who...
Nashaly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time ."

Hitesh M.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I care for my daughter with autism for 7 years. I have experience with children and adults with neurological disorders and special needs. I am very intuitive and passionate person,
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Christina S.


Denville, NJ

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Creative And Energetic Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Christina and I graduated from college at Kent State University majoring in Nursing this past May. I have been a babysitter for the past five years with various families that have different child needs. I am very adaptable with many circumstances. In the past, I have babysat for a family with five children and it...
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Christina is going to school to be a nurse dealing with kids..She has babysat for numerous people from our church not only my daughter whom has ADHD and autism.She has a huge heart for families and loves kids.Shes always on time and she can cook and clean.Enjoys...

Carol S.

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Christian C.


Madison, NJ

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Christian's Biography

Hi! I'm Christian a 20-year-old college student attending Drew University. I have a bunch of experience with kids having 2 twin younger siblings and all their friends back at home who have been all over me since I was 7. I also have a dog at home so I'm great with pets too. I am additionally a certified lifeguard with 2 years...
Christian can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Laura F.


Roseland, NJ

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a stay at home mom for the past 17 years. Before becoming a mom I was a nanny for 8 years. I have years of experience with children of all ages and truly enjoy caring for kids! I have numerous years caring for children with autism & other special needs. Fully vaccinated
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Katie N.


Summit, NJ

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Teacher/Caregiver For Children With Special Needs

Hello! My name is Katie. I'm a 30-year-old female living and working in Brooklyn. For the past year, I was working at an after-school arts program. Currently I tutor children with special needs in one-to-one settings while I am finishing my masters. I would like to be a teacher/caregiver since I enjoy working with children in a...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Susan L.


East Hanover, NJ

$24/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Have Years Of Experience Taking Care Of The Elderly. I.e Food Shopping And Doctors Appointments

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have many years of experience taking care of the elderly. I will help with daily activities such as bathe, help get medicine prepared, cook meals. I am also available to transport to doctors appointments and food shop. I LOVE dogs and have no issue pet sitting as well. Before I took care of the elderly I drove special...
Susan can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
With years of experience in the corporate world specializing in visual merchandising and leadership, I have always had a passion for creativity, organization, and making a difference. More recently, I transitioned into education and now work in a special needs classroom as a one-to-one paraprofessional. This role has deepened my...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alina S.


Rockaway, NJ

$25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Caretaker

Hi! My name is Alina, and it would be a pleasure to work with you! I am a 21-year-old part-time chemistry student, as well as a babysitter and art studio manager. I grew up alongside my brother who is autistic & nonverbal, which has given me a lifetime of experience with special needs, caregiving, and patience. I've worked with...
Alina can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Samantha M.


Morristown, NJ

$20-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Samantha M. I am a current college student in Morris county. Throughout my high school education, I was a babysitter and I worked as an after school teacher for the Morris School District! I am a trained care giver and adore working with children! I have experience working with children with special needs and...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cedar Knolls, NJ

Mackenzie M.

5.0

I could rely on MacKenzie to take care of our 4 children without worrying. I knew she would handle any situation that came up sensibly. She's like one of the family.

- Sandra C.

Nichakorn F.

5.0

She's awesome with babies! Love her. Would have kept her longer if wouldn't have to leave Jersey. I will definitely recommend her. She's great and was a pleasure to work with!

- Nandini S.

Melissa T.

5.0

Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a kind, caring, and responsible nanny. She communicated daily about when she was picking him up and any other updates that were good for us to know....

- Johanna F.

Tara P.

5.0

Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!

- Care member

Bonnie R.

5.0

Bonnie is amazing. She is great with young kids, very dependable and trustworthy. She plans days in advance for activities and adventures for the kids. She always asks permission and she just has a great heart. We truly appreciate Bonnie and happy to have her as part of our family.

- Hayley M.

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