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Special needs caregivers in Fairview, NJ

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Keisha W.


Jersey City, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

A Real Life Super Nanny

4.6

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Children bring something special to my life. I feel very rewarded with what I do. I have cared for many different children from many different backgrounds. I have 20 years of childcare experience. I worked with children who have special needs. I also worked in a group home for very young children (three days old-4...
Keisha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Keisha was nanny to my 3 yr old son, back in 2000, as a live-out, then a live-in. We all loved Keisha, especially my son. He had medical issues, and Keisha was absolutely wonderful with his care and therapies. She was calm under pressure and took her job seriously....

Cindy Z.

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Ashley R.


New York, NY

$40-49/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I reside and babysit in Soho, Manhattan as well as Jersey-City , New Jersey . I have vast experience working with children including teaching, daycare and babysitting. As well as Being a mother of two ( a 7-year-old boy and a 2-year-old girl ) . I have been baby sitting all ages for over 10 Yrs. I was the head teacher for a...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ashley brought joy and light to our home and our family . Ashley is an intelligent, kind, and selfless person . She is an excellent worker , structured , reliable , on time , a clear communicator . She was very knowledgeable yet was always open and trying to learn...

Paul B.

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Kerry T.


Brooklyn, NY

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

I am looking for temporary work as a sitter or caregiver for disabled kids, most of my experience is autism related. I work full time at a day treatment facility/ school program for kids with disabilities and behavioral issues. As a Teaching Assistant/paraprofessional I am responsible for helping students with classwork,...
5.0
"Kerry is provides the utmost care for her clients. She communicates well, understands the motivations and demonstrates empathy. Her clients, love and respect her. Because of this you should seriously consider her for care of your loved one. Moreover, because of...

Lewis T.

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Sandra B.


Garfield, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Sandra. I have the certification on Home Health Aide. I have Adult CPR and First Aide. Many years ago I worked in Florida with young people with different special needs, as well as with the elderly with different medical conditions. Due to circumstances beyond my control, I had to move to New Jersey where I...
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"It was the luckiest day of all our lives when Sandra B. came into it to take care of my sister twice a week. She is a blessing in so many ways. She can do anything. She cleans, she cooks, shops, helps with the laundry, takes her to the doctor and sees that she can...

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I been in the field for 15 year u have the opportunity to meet all different people im kind I have a lot of compassion.
5.0
"Christina has been great taking care of my 3 year old."

Kiara G.

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Jane F.


Jersey City, NJ

$49/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter Experience With Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am Speech Language Therapist completing my clinical fellowship and looking for after school day work. I have experience with children who are typically and atypically developing. I can provide tutoring for children various topics including English, and communication skills. Also have my own transportation - if needed I can do...
Jane can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Valeria M.


Elmwood Park, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I hope you will consider me as your next babysitter. You will be choosing a fun, happy, energetic one when you pick me. I have worked with kids for the past 10 years. I have worked in sleepaway and day camps and children's parties. I currently work with children where the main goal of my job is to keep them safe and...
5.0
"Very kind, helpful, and timely "

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Tiasha R.


Bronx, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

Hi Families, Currently working remotely as an Assistant Director of a Care Coordination Organization servicing adults, children, and their families with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) to assist with identifying their interests, strengths, needs and goals. I'm a Penn State University Alumni with a degree in...
Tiasha can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Tiasha is experienced and accountable, she took care of our 3-year-old with patience and love. We will definitely hire her again."

Fang L.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My student teaching in the Fall of 2015 took place at Rosa Parks elementary in Middletown, Ohio (greater Cincinnati area), it was along side a third and fourth grade intervention specialist. I taught a total of 21 students, 16 which were on my specific caseload. I focused mainly on math and reading intervention, as well as...
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Sarah W.


New York, NY

$35/hr20 yrs exp

Masters-Educated Exceptional Child Care Provider With 20 Years Of Diverse Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Experienced and masters-educated child care provider with 20 years of experience providing exceptional supervision and compassionate guidance for children from infant to pre-teen. Positions includes live-in and live-out nanny, traveling nanny, teacher, camp counselor, camp arts director, child bereavement counselor, and...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sarah took care of our kids on a visit to New York. She was prompt in responding to me and was professional and warm in the interview. We were planning on having her take my 13 and 10 year old to Roosevelt Island. My 6 year old really wanted to go as well. She did...

Catherine B.

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Jenine D.


New Milford, NJ

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Tons Of Experiences

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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Amanda B.


Bronx, NY

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

My name is Amanda. I have cared for the ages of 0-90 yrs old. I am very energetic and diligent. I have cared for patients with diagnosis such as, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's, diabetes, scoliosis, etc. I am comfortable with bathing, feeding, meal prep, light housekeeping, and medications.
5.0
"Amanda is extremely kind, smart, caring and friendly. She is a great help and hard worker. She has a warm personality, and everyone loves being around her."

Emma R.

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Jessica T.


Brooklyn, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Modern Mary Poppins

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm Jess, a Brooklyn-based potty-training coach, and writer, who's looking for occasional/temporary childcare gigs as I work on a book and my business. I've been a caregiver since I was a kid myself, and have spent over two decades in childcare in some capacity; babysitting, tutoring, nannying, potty- and sleep-training,...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"Jessica was amazing, Very responsive, very punctual and super attentive and kind with my small children. She asked questions to help understand the kids more and my kids were happy with her! "

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Sherolyn T.


Maspeth, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Aid On Call

Hello! My name is Sherolyn T. I have 20 years of experience in working with seniors, children and those who have special needs. I have mainly worked with the senior community in nursing homes, private homes and hospitals. I have found much joy and fulfillment in helping others. I earned my CNA from ABCI and I am able to assist...
Sherolyn can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, home modification, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I am honored to provide a reference for Sherolyn. I have known Sherolyn for 15 years. In the capacity Of her immediate Supervisor which led to a friendship over time. Where do I begin. her dependability and quality of care Is Amazing She has a special...

Nadine G.

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Claire S.


New York, NY

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Creative And Caring

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently looking for part-time work in the mornings, evenings, and weekends. (Morning work preferably in Bushwick, Bedstuy, or Ridgewood) Hi there! I am a former preschool teacher with 7 years of childcare experience under my belt. Before moving into early childhood education I babysat and nannied for various NYC...
Claire can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Claire was my regular babysitter two summers in a row! She is dependable and so generous with her time. My daughters absolutely adored her, and they loved when she picked them up from school. Claire would play a variety of games with them, showed them gymnastics...

Caddie L.

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Janelle R.


South Hackensack, NJ

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hi there! I've been working as a nanny for 10+ years. I've worked with children of all ages from 3 weeks old, to 16 years old. I love to spend time with children. I read and do age-related activities. I can tutor as well, if necessary. Safety is is main priority, so that it is never a worry. I am CPR/AED certified as a...
5.0
"I am so so happy we found Janelle! Extremely punctual, great relaxed energy, very communicative. 100% a great hire your kids will love. Highly recommend!"

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Melissa H.


New York, NY

$100/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I have been working with children and young adults with Special Needs for over 10 years now, teaching for over 20. As former teaching fellow for students with special needs, certification in working with students with Autism, training in Orton Gillingham, and teaching at the Quad Preparatory School, I am uniquely qualified...
5.0
"Melissa worked with our son with special needs for several years when he was in upper school. She was more than just an excellent math and humanities tutor. She is compassionate, level headed and helped our son feel confident with his abilities and gain...

Barry K.

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Leticia S.


New York, NY

$51/hr14 yrs exp

Nanny/Teacher - English, Spanish, Portuguese

Hello there! I'm an English and Portuguese Teacher from Brazil, and I've just relocated back to the U. S. I absolutely love working with kids and I look forward connecting with you. - Previous English/Portuguese Teacher in Brazil. - Four years of experience as a nanny in NYC - great references. - Two Bachelor's degrees:...
Leticia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We had several wonderful nannies over the years as my daughter was growing up but Leticia (Ticia) was by far the best!! She was my daughter's caretaker for four years starting when she was 9 years old. I cannot say enough positive things about Ticia. She is a...

Debra R.

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Samantha P.


Hoboken, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Kindergarten Teacher Looking For A Summer Job!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Samantha and I am 27 years old. I am a full-time Kindergarten teacher and am looking for a Summer job. I graduated from Rowan University as an elementary education major and am currently working towards my Masters's in Educaiton. I have been caring for children for around 12 years and working with kids is something...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Samantha has been working for us on and off for the past 5 years, since my daughter was born. She is always on time and now cares for my daughter along with my son who has autism. Whenever we are in town we know who to call."

Kelly C.

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Kelliann D.


Brooklyn, NY

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Positive Behavior, special needs caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for over 20 years. It began with babysitting at age 10 & grew into a successful network of families that kept me busy all through high school. In college, I volunteered at an elementary school running math intervention programs. I also spent a summer in Africa teaching preschoolers, teens, and...
5.0
"Kelliann has watched my two boys for over 8 years. She had been punctual, loving, patient and kind. She is very creative and resourceful and has helped my children not just grow but thrive. My older son is on the spectrum and she really knows how to bring out his...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fairview, NJ

Keisha W.

5.0

Keisha took care of our two kids (3 years old and 4 months old) while we were waiting for our daycare spot to open up after I returned from maternity leave. She was great for our family and really helped me during the at times emotional transition back to work! She showed up on time and managed to...

- Sarah B.

Ashley R.

5.0

Ashley brought joy and light to our home and our family . Ashley is an intelligent, kind, and selfless person . She is an excellent worker , structured , reliable , on time , a clear communicator . She was very knowledgeable yet was always open and trying to learn from everyone around her ! She knew...

- Paul B.

Kerry T.

5.0

Kerry is provides the utmost care for her clients. She communicates well, understands the motivations and demonstrates empathy. Her clients, love and respect her. Because of this you should seriously consider her for care of your loved one. Moreover, because of her flexibility, adaptability and...

- Lewis T.

Sandra B.

5.0

It was the luckiest day of all our lives when Sandra B. came into it to take care of my sister twice a week. She is a blessing in so many ways. She can do anything. She cleans, she cooks, shops, helps with the laundry, takes her to the doctor and sees that she can bath properly. I recommend her...

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Christina S.

5.0

Christina has been great taking care of my 3 year old.

- Kiara G.

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