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5.0
(1)
Hey guys,
my name is meriah.
I am a Very Fun, outgoing, energetic person.
I spend lots of time around all ages, I am also very big on outdoor nature/adventure.
Experience with light house cleaning,
Clean driving Record,
Available for background check,
I am a Volunteer firefighter
I am CPR and first aid certified,
Lots of...
5.0
"Meriah was excellent with my mother, her patience was limitless, and very dedicated to daily chores In addition to keeping her engaged in small activities and conversation. I would recommend Meriah anytime"
Conny H.
Victoria K.
Elmwood Park, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was trained to be an ABA therapist to children with autism. I'm familiar with ASL. I'm comfortable using communication devices.
I've worked with children for over 20 years now. Helping parents navigate this thing called parenthood brings me great joy!
Amanda F.
Elizabeth, NJ
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience working with typical, gifted, and special needs children in education. I also have experience in privatized babysitting. I am trained in ABA/VB and Orton-Gillingham. I am highly skilled at teaching academic, social, language, motor, and foundation skills. I address challenging behavior,...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Amanda helped us when we were stuck without a sitter after school for our daughter. She is truly amazing! She comes with so much experience, kindness, and care. She is also very professional and fosters imagination and creativity. Our daughter loved spending time...
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5.0
(4)
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
"Valeria has provided excellent nanny services to my daughter. She is punctual with after school pick-ups and very reliable. She is extremely patient and kind and my daughter absolutely adores her. "
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5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Jessica!
I'm oriented with educational areas but I'm more interested in personalized care. I have a degree based on pedagogy, I studied foreign languages in my country (Colombia) English and French and I worked as a teacher, I have experience teaching and taking care of kids with special needs. I have driving license, a...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My children love her a lot, she took care of them for a long time with love, patience and creativity, helping them to make their daily activities."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
HI , my name is Adriana. I'm 56 years old . I have my certificate for Homemaker , CNA . In the last 4 years, I have taken care of eldery with special needs. I love taking care of seniors and providing all needs for families . I also clean and can prepare meals . I am CPR trained. I have my own car, reliable for doctors...
Adriana can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to day activities and although difficult with advanced dementia she makes sure she is clean, fed and her house is...
Nancy B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with little ones for over 14 years.
My love for kids is something that always provided me with amazing experiences. I truly enjoy playing, organizing crafts and activities or simple going for a walk. I was able to experience child development at every level. And I must say I enjoy all of it. I have...
Michele can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michele is attentive and compassionate but maintains structure to keep kids on track. Very accommodating with my unpredictable work schedule. Exceptional patience with my ADHD son. Kids had a blast with her! We miss her very much:)
"
Rachelle W.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Short:
I am going to school to become a teacher for k-3 and special needs. I am open to any and all activities. I have babysat ages 6 months to 11 years.
Minimum of 5 hours for one time jobs s& 20 hours for reoccurring.
Long:
-As a babysitter, I have assisted in homework, cleaning and entertaining children. I can and will...
Sharifa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and birthdays, she's someone we can always count on...
Steven C.
5.0
(1)
I was a stay at home mother of two children, while caring for my own children I cared for my friends baby for the first year of his life, in 2004 when my kids were in school I applied to Little Falls School #3 (3-4 grade) as a Lunch Aid/substitute School Secretary, in 2007 I applied to Little Falls School #2 as a Teachers Aide...
Kelli can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kelli looked after my 2 kids full time for 2 years, until my youngest started kindergarten. She's incredibly punctual and helped my youngest learn the skills he needed to be ready for school. Recently my kids were making bracelets at a bead store and the woman who...
Natalie P.
Angie P.
Jersey City, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience With Newborns, Toddlers And Elementary School Age Children
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Angie and I wanted to say thank you for taking the time to read my profile! I have 10+ years of experience caring for children from newborn to roughly 7- 8 years of age. I am also mother of two (daughter 30 & son 29) so I can say I have tons of experience! I am well experienced with twins, children with special...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"If it weren't for the fact that I am going to try being a Stay at Home Mom, we would still be using Angie's services. She is absolutely fantastic and our whole family is a bit heartbroken to part ways. Angie is punctual, kind, funny, nurturing and has been such a...
Andrew H.
Melissa J.
East Orange, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with 16 years in the field, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and calm nature allows me to create a nurturing environment where children feel safe and supported. I am also creative and imaginative, always finding fun and educational...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Melissa is the most wonderful sitter we’ve ever had. She is so warm, caring, and engaged with our daughter. Her #1 priority is safety and I’ve always felt confident with her in charge. She takes our baby to the park, the library, on strolls, and keeps us updated...
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Warren N.
East Orange, NJ
$17-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I have experience working with individuals with specials needs as a residential counselor and Direct support Professional. I worked with the youth and elderly, helping them do daily tasks and giving medication. I also have experience working as an event coordinator and office assistant so I'm great at multitasking. My...
Warren can also help with: Transportation, hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again."
James T.
Julie R.
Hoboken, NJ
$30-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Former Teacher Looking For Date Night Babysitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
looking for a position as a summer babysitter/nanny and/or a date night babysitter. I currently teach first grade in Bergen County but before that I worked as a nanny to an active 1-year-old girl in NYC for four months (reference can be found below) and then a nanny to two amazing boys in NYC for almost three years. Besides my...
Julie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julie is a full-time nanny for our, now, 16-month-old daughter and has been with us for over 4 months. Unfortunately, we are now moving to Boston, otherwise, would have loved to continue working with her. Julie's responsibilities included feeding our daughter,...
Svetlana M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Rosalyn. I am a certified teacher with my P-3 license and special education. I am currently a teacher in a self-contained SLD classroom. I am looking for an after-school and/or Saturday position. I can help children in struggling subjects. If your child has special needs and needs extra guidance, please let me...
Rosalyn can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Rosalyn worked with our family with 2 young children for just over a year. She was loving and caring and was a pleasure to have her part of our family. She was always on time, communicative and flexible with the ever changing needs of our family. Our children...
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Valerie C.
Belleville, NJ
$15-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Valerie. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I have many years experience with children of all ages. I am a certified K-8 teacher also certified in special education. I have a masters in education, teaching for 14 years. For the last five years I have worked in the school as a crisis counselor,...
5.0
(1)
My name is Jessica I am a 23-year-old whose hair sometimes changes colors the best part? Children think I'm a mermaid or fairy! :)
I'm a college student majoring in early childhood education at BMCC. My goal is to be the most goofy.. Silly caring teacher to all those little ones anxious to learn about the world. I did my...
Andrea F.
Lyndhurst, NJ
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with a cerebral palsy patient and hospice patients. I love what I do.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I been working with seniors for over 8 years now specializing Alzheimer or Dementia and etc. I am licensed CNA and CHHA. I take care of seniors in assisted living. I am currently holding a DDD license as Individual Contractor working with DDD in the State of New Jersey.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for 14 years now. I am very passionate about what I do. I am loving, active, very reliable, and flexible. When caring for a child their safety is the most important thing to me, and after that having fun is the next. I feel I have the patience to take care of any child because I have a background with special...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelle has cared for and loved my 6 month old as if she were her own and I am so grateful that we were able to find her! Michelle was always on time, plays, sings, reads, feeds, and cleans up after our daughter. She's also very knowledgeable of the milestones...
Laurel F.
Anabel E.
Lodi, NJ
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm no longer available. Thank you for considering me.
Hello moms!!
My name is Anabel and I'm currently a Nursing student and former special needs teacher assistant for The Department of Education of New York. I have experience assisting with lesson plans and helping with classwork/homework. I have worked with kids as...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Anabel sat my two boys. She was kind and fun, bringing a bag of toys and books with her. They enjoyed playing with her."
Jennifer D.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Glen Ridge, NJ
Meriah J.
5.0
Meriah was excellent with my mother, her patience was limitless, and very dedicated to daily chores In addition to keeping her engaged in small activities and conversation. I would recommend Meriah anytime
- Conny H.
Amanda F.
5.0
Our son really loves Amanda. She is so thoughtful, patient and kind. We have had to call Amanda on short notice more than once now and she has always been able to accommodate us and makes us feel very safe knowing that our child is in such capable hands. Amanda is an amazing caregiver.
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Valeria M.
5.0
Valeria has provided excellent nanny services to my daughter. She is punctual with after school pick-ups and very reliable. She is extremely patient and kind and my daughter absolutely adores her.
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Jessica C.
5.0
Jessica is a wonderful responsible reliable caregiver.. she's warm and caring, very hands on- in setting up a suitable schedule/routine for your little one. Absolutely amazing.
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Adriana M.
5.0
Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to day activities and although difficult with advanced dementia she makes sure she is clean, fed and her house is kept spotless. My Mother's final...
- Nancy B.
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