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Sheila D.


Chester, NJ

$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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I am comfortable and have experience with various developmental disabilities, special needs, both as a personal care assistant and professional counselor .

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My college goal and beyond is working with special needs children because I think they are such loving and kind hearted people. I have had 3 years working with a girl who has autism and down syndrome to where she does not have verbal skills. These people light up my life!
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Paige H.


Chester, NJ

$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi - I'm Paige! I'm 26 years old, currently living in Chester, NJ and am looking for opportunities to babysit locally. I have around 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages (infants, toddlers, pre-teens, teenagers) & of all backgrounds (special needs, etc.). References are available upon request! I am easygoing...
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Mackenzie S.


Chester, NJ

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is MacKenzie, I love taking care of children and pets. I started out babysitting for a close family friends who's child is special needs. From than on I knew that I loved everyone kind of child. I am certified by my school in CPR. I am 24 years old and have my own car. I am going to college to become a special...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Natalie B.


Chester, NJ

$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Natalie and I am a rising Senior. Right now I live in Chester with my family and love kids! I have been babysitting since I was 16 and have lots of experience. For two summers I was a full time babysitter for two boys and I have babysat my young girl cousins countless times. I am patient, creative, caring, and...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Eric R.


Basking Ridge, NJ

$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

20 years experience in France and Switzerland in handicap facilities, nursing homes, home health care agencies...
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Christie M.


Flanders, NJ

$20-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time Caregiver Of Infants Through 16 Year Olds And Special Needs

4.2

(7)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a 47-year-old married female, who has 25 years of broad experience caring for infants and children through 16 years of age. I am employed as an aide in a multiply handicapped classroom at a public school system, and have worked at an infant and/or toddler room at a childcare center. I have also had clients in private homes...
Christie can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Christie, Provided excellent child care for our 2 children she is kind, loving and professional! my kids loved her and consider her part of our family. When i left for work i always felt confident that my kids were in good hands! I highly recommend her. "

Karen L.

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Claudia H.


Budd Lake, NJ

$16-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Best With Kuds

I have worked with different kinds of kids with special needs and school for the blind. I worked as Child Steps in Newton Square with the little preschooler and older kids. I have been working with kids for a very long time. I am extremely passionate about working with the little angels. I absolutely Adore kids so very much!
Claudia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"I have had the distinct pleasure of having Claudia as the caregiver for my teenage daughters over the past few years, and I must say, she has been nothing short of spectacular. Claudia has a magical way of connecting with teenagers—she's not just a caregiver;...

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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:

CPR

First Aid

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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Karen A.


Hackettstown, NJ

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have nine years of experience working with adolescents (mainly boys) that have learning and emotional disabilities. I do have some training and experience working with children who are diagnosed with ADD, ADHD, ODD, Autism, Asperger's and drug and alcohol issues. Although I have worked with children of all ages I do very well...
5.0
"I cannot recommend and praise Karen enough. She was totally professional, patient and caring. The best caregiver I ever hired. Plan on using her again and again."

Jacqueline G.

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Eileen C.


Basking Ridge, NJ

$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

No availability at this time. Experience in hospitals, nursing homes and home care as a Certified Nurse Aid. Certified yoga instructor, adults, seniors, and children/children with special needs.
Eileen can also help with: Dementia, errands, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Eileen is reliable, kind, professional and a lovely addition to our mom's care team!!!"

Julie V.

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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Mary C.


Hackettstown, NJ

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 42-year-old female with 2 daughters. My oldest will be 16 years old in December and the youngest just turned 14 years old in October. I have over 20 years of child care experience which includes newborns, as well as caring for many children at one time and special needs. I have worked in daycare and have been a nanny. I...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mary is currently my 14 month old daughter's babysitter. She is wonderful and organized. My daughter loves being there and especially loves playing everyday with her two daughters. I could not ask for more and am so happy I found her. I completely trust here...

Rachel H.

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Michelle B.


Basking Ridge, NJ

$27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Raised Four Of My Own!

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Oak Street Elementary School, Basking Ridge, NJ September 2007 Present A Food Service Kitchen Supervisor Serve 300+ children daily Assure all children have meals Knowledge of children with allergies or special needs Manage financial responsibilities and inventory F Family, Millington NJ. I worked...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Michelle is very kind and responsible. She's someone I can always depend on. Michelle is the first person I call on when I need a helper. Kids love her and they look forward to seeing her. She's great!"

Theresa H.

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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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Natasha E.


Basking Ridge, NJ

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Fluent in ASL, great with all ages. Have worked with infants as young as 2 weeks old. As well as children and infants with medical and special needs. CPR certification, currently working in a hospital as a technician. Have a huge knowledge of...
Natasha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Natasha is amazing! Very punctual, professional and friendly. My 1year old loved to play with her!"

Patricia N.

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Christie M.


Flanders, NJ

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs, Multiply Handicapped, Asperger's And Autism

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 47-year-old, female who has over 25+ years experience working with children in a home setting and also in a structured daycare and public school setting. My experience also includes working with special needs, Asperger's, Down Syndrome, multiply handicapped, and Autism. I am CPR and First Aid certified, responsible and...
5.0
"Christie is fabulous with my big 13 year old autistic son. He has very little expressive language. Helps him with daily activities meals and hygiene. You won't be disappointed. "

Lynn W.

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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, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Lori C.


Bedminster, NJ

$25-48/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Go By Loriel

Mature, loving, and compassionate Nanny. I earned a Bachelors Degree from University of Vt. in 1985. Some of my college experiences included working with Special needs children. Once I had my own children, I opted to stay home with my 2 babies for 6 years. Then, I taught Preschool in Vt. as well as being a Title 1 Reading...
Lori can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Loriel to care for my son from 2.5 yr - 3yrs... she was great! Since we were pulling him out of daycare and transitioning him to home based learning, we wanted someone that could keep him engaged and on a schedule similar to what he was used to at daycare....

Elizabeth M.

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Maya D.


Landing, NJ

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Care Giver

I'm a 25-year-old college student studying to be a Pediatric neuropsychologist specializing in autism and traumatic brain injury. The past year and a half I've been working with a special needs family as a nanny for a 13-year-old non verbal autistic boy with aggression and a 14-year-old with sever emotional issues. I also do...
5.0
"Maya D was an amazing asset to my home. I'm a single mom and have a very busy schedule and she was ready to help out t anytime. My 3 special needs kids love her. And I'm looking forward to seeing more of her in the future. She even does things like cleans and...

Mia D.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chester, NJ

Christie M.

5.0

My children were very comfortable with Christie.

- Venous T.

Claudia H.

5.0

I have had the distinct pleasure of having Claudia as the caregiver for my teenage daughters over the past few years, and I must say, she has been nothing short of spectacular. Claudia has a magical way of connecting with teenagers—she's not just a caregiver; she's a mentor, a confidante,...

- 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.

Karen A.

5.0

I cannot recommend and praise Karen enough. She was totally professional, patient and caring. The best caregiver I ever hired. Plan on using her again and again.

- Jacqueline G.

Eileen C.

5.0

Eileen is reliable, kind, professional and a lovely addition to our mom's care team!!!

- Julie V.

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