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Claudia H.


Budd Lake, NJ

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

I Adore Kids And Babies!

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I have been working my with many special needs kids for as long as I can remember. I grew up with many kids and my passion begin when I was just only a child. I realized at a young age that I loved taking care of kids my mother intuition came early at a very young age when I realized I had to care for my siblings at such a young...
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Klara S.


Morristown, NJ

$17-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm Klara. I am a nurse and I used to work with children and adults with special needs. I have a lot of experience working with infants and toddlers because currently I have been taking care of a kid who attends speech therapy, occupational therapy and physical therapy.
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Melinda W.


Morristown, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Mother Whose Children Are All Grown Up! With Extra Time On Hands

Hi! I'm Melinda. I have 4 children that are all grownup now which leaves me a lot of free time and looking for some extra work. My son has diabetes and one of daughters is a very bad asthmatic so I have much experience with both. I am a LPN (licensed practical nurse) and have been working for almost 20 years as one. I am located...

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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I take care of an autistic 13 yr. old girl who lives near me. This is either at her home or I drive her to swimming lessons once a week. I've also taken care of a woman for 3 1/2 years who had a stroke. She had very limited use of the left side of her body. I'm worked as a home health aide in many capacities, as well as my...
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Eileen C.


Basking Ridge, NJ

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Also A Yoga Instuctor For Children With Special Needs

Experience in hospitals, nursing homes, adult care centers as a CNA. Experience with at home care for infants-elderly. Certified yoga instructor for children, children with special needs and adults. Volunteered for many years for a non-profit national group for children affected by autism. Coordinator for the New Jersey chapter....
I am a certified elementary and special education teacher. I work as an instructional aide for a student with Autism in ninth grade. I have also worked in the elementary setting as an aide and a teacher. I very much enjoy working with children with special needs and believe I am very good at making a meaningful impact on their...
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Nicole C.


Randolph, NJ

$15-50/hr

Experienced New York City Babysitter/Nanny With An Education Degree From NYU

I went to school for Special Education and Childhood and Education and I am certified to teach both. I have worked in classrooms for students with special needs for one year so I have had a lot of experience in working with students with special needs. I also have a cousin who has a severe developmental delay who I have baby-sat...
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Sarah M.


Hackettstown, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Care For Individuals With Special Needs

Since the age of 14 I have volunteered, work or taught individuals with specials needs. I am currently a special education teacher.
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Ella D.


Netcong, NJ

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Hi I'm Ella. I Love To Spend My Time Outdoors And Live A Very Active Lifestyle.

I have a deep-seated passion for helping children reach their fullest potential, and I am thrilled to bring over a year of childcare experience to your family. My calm and patient demeanor, combined with my creative and imaginative nature, allows me to connect with children on a profound level. I firmly believe in open and...
Ella can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Hallie D.


Morristown, NJ

$16-21/hr6 yrs exp

I am currently taking a year off from Vanderbilt University. I have over 6 years of experience babysitting. Also I have worked as a bunk counselor and sailing instructor for the past two summers at a boys sleep-away camp in Maine. Additionally, throughout high school, I worked as a lifeguard and taught swim lessons to special...
Hallie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Christie M.


Flanders, NJ

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

I am a 41-year-old, married female who has over 20+ years experience working with children in a home setting and also in a structured daycare setting. My experience also includes working with special needs, Asperger's and Autism. I am CPR and First Aid certified, responsible and dependable. If I say I will be there you can count...
I worked for a family for 2 years with a child with Down syndrome and another with ADD. I learned a lot of things, not because I studied them only from experience working with them but I am always willing to learn and follow instructions on everything you teach me.
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Melissa T.


Randolph, NJ

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver With Extensive Special Needs Experience

My name is Melissa and I absolutely love kids! I am from Randolph, NJ. I am an occupational therapist in a public district working with students with autism and other disabilities. I am passionate about working with all children, especially those with special needs. I love doing arts and crafts, reading and running around with...
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Spyro M.


Morristown, NJ

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Certified Special Needs Teacher Looking For Full Time Summer Employment

I am a certified special needs teacher with over five years of special needs experience, and over 15 years of childcare experience. I am seeking full or part time summer employment, and am looking for childcare and educational opportunities.
Hi! My name is Sammy, I am 19 years old and i'd love to help with your little ones! I am comfortable enforcing household rules and ensuring children's safety. I am also willing to assist with tasks such as cooking, meal preparation, carpooling and housekeeping! My First Aid and CPR training, as well as my experience with...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hello! I have had experience with a teenager autistic- by the time Teddy was 16 years old. I helped with everything, But my major job was to keep teddy in his routine. I have a brother with cerebral palsy- I grew up in a household that everyone had to help my mom to talke care of my brother. Now he is an adult and very happy....
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Karoline F.


Morristown, NJ

$19-24/hr9 yrs exp

Karoline

My name is Karoline, I am33 years old and very interested in your job posting. I have been a nanny in NJ since 2018 and I am looking for a full time position. I love helping people, that's why I'm a physical therapist. Besides, I love reading and learning about personal development. I consider myself honest, responsible, easy...

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

To whom may read this and consider me as a possible candidate, My name is Allison. I'm currently 27 born and raised in the state of New Jersey. That doesn't mean I'm not willing to travel and relocate. I am one of five children in which my little brother has Down syndrome; so I have experience with children with special needs....
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Faith G.


Bedminster, NJ

$27-28/hr8 yrs exp

Kind Big Sister With Lots Of Energy

Hi, I'm Faith! I am 21 years old and I live in Warren, NJ. I am currently an undergraduate student at Loyola University Maryland pursuing a career in Speech Language Pathology. I am one of six children and have loved playing with kids my whole life! With a multitude of siblings and cousins, caring for children is second nature...
Faith can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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