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Special needs caregivers in Haledon, NJ

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Sara H.


Haledon, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

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I've worked as an Occupational Therapy Assistant for 20 years with the pediatric population from Children's Hospital Rehab unit to the school setting. I've enjoyed my time immensely not only with the child but seeing their success carry over into the home. I find the first step of being able to connect with the child important...
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Jaal T.


Haledon, NJ

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Babysitter

Hi! I have 6 years of experience babysitting all age groups, as well as special needs. I'm a full time registered nurse but want to work extra hours outside of the hospital. I can help with transportation, cooking, tutoring, and more! Feel free to inquire for any questions or concerns :)
Jaal can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Samia A.


Haledon, NJ

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hello parents! My passion for supporting families and positively impacting children's lives inspired me to pursue this role. Within my experience, I've nurtured a patient, warmhearted, and reliable approach to childcare. I believe in open communication with parents, ensuring transparency and a shared understanding of their...
Samia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Ana A.


Haledon, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Home Health, Phlebotomy Tech And CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I start work with different agencies for about 10 years as a home health. I'm still certified home health but I work directly with the family through the Public partnership. My skills is working with special needs. Now I just graduate from CNA and I'm ready to give all my experience, my skills and my compassion to the ones who...
Ana can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Alicia M.


Bogota, NJ

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

Super Friendly And Great With Understanding Kids

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

babysitting since I was 12 years old and enjoy caring for others and helping out. I am certified in CPR and have worked with special needs children and helping them develop throughout the years,
Alicia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was very kind and my kids loved her. They would always want her to watch them even when i'll be at home watching them! Highly recommend and she's very good with kids. I'll always rely on her to watch them again!"

Becky R.

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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: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, 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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Luciana Paula P.


River Edge, NJ

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Career Nanny Experienced Available For Week, Night And Weekend

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a creative, responsible, reliable, friendly, and fun nanny who has over 6 years of experience in child care as well as experience in recreation with kids and teens. I also have experience driving kids to school or other activities and a degree in early childhood education. I am still interested in continuing my studies with...
Luciana Paula can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Lulu is a wonderful caregiver and person. She has babysat my 3 year old daughter since she was 16 months old. She now also helps with drop offs and pick ups from daycare. She is very caring and kind, really stands out as someone with such a positive spirit, is very...

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Digna U.


Paterson, NJ

$35/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have almost 7 seven year experience I used to working in a lot different kind a cases of senior needed, mobility, bed bath, shower, feeding, eye everything about cares and Also I'm doing child with special needs. I used to work in different kind of cases. I have experience in dementia Alzheimer's. I'm a certificate CHHA. now...
4.0
"Digna is always on time and even better, always early. She's honest and I trusted her from the start. She's a good driver, and when she takes you out, she makes sure you're safe. She's attentive, caring and I appreciated the help in the mornings. She loves what she...

Brian J.

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Carlee M.


Mahwah, NJ

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible, Experienced 20-Year-Old Girl Available For Child Care

Hi! My name is Carlee and I am a senior at Syracuse University studying political science and broadcast journalism. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and have been nannying since I was 18 years old. I have worked with both boys and girls of all ages (ranging from infants to teens), and also have worked with...
Carlee can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I had the pleasure of working with Carlee this summer in Marin. Carlee is super dependable, responsible and a lovely person overall. She was responsive to my job inquiries before she finished her college semester and was ready to work with my family once she got...

Jeanne D.

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Jubilee R.


Bloomfield, NJ

$21/hr2 yrs exp

Hi everyone! My name is Jubilee a rising senior at Rutgers University Newark. I have three years of experience taking care of my cousin. He is a high functioning high school boy on the Autism spectrum. In regards to asthma, allergies and other delays I deal with them on a daily basis. I am an energetic, kind, adaptable, always...
5.0
"Jubilee is a pleasure to work with. She's caring, personable, respectful and good with our 22 year old special needs son. He really enjoys spending time with her. She is also reliable and helpful. We appreciate having her help us with our son and also with some...

Debra M.

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Tracey G.


Bergenfield, NJ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

*COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*Hi there! I am a qualified caregiver with 18 years of experience. I am available nights M-F 6/6:30pm-6am)or weekend F-Su overnight(F 6/6:30pm-Su 4/5pm) I am highly experienced in senior care (Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's) rehab, stroke, senior special...
Tracey can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"I interviewed this lovely candidate for a night position for my elderly Mom, who has early Alzheimers. Tracey is absolutely delightful, with a wealth of experience and knowledge! My Mom's current aide works 24-hours, and I feel due to my Mom's recent decline, no...

Karen S.

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Karine K.


Fair Lawn, NJ

$17-22/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny Available On Short Notice

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been caring for children/ house managing for about 8 years now. I was a camp division head for 2 years, and was a paraprofessional for kids with special needs for 2 years as well. I am available on short notice, and am extremely reliable. I received my bachelors degree from Montclair State University, majoring in Psychology...
Karine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Very sweet and loving babysitter- I always know I can count on her to be there when needed. I know my children are safe, and well taken care of!"

Neta F.

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Meriah J.


Rutherford, NJ

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Professional Hands On Help

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.

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Alivia A.


Bloomfield, NJ

$18-22/hr6 yrs exp

Super Helper

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I experience babysitting, cooking, cleaning, driving various types of automobiles, working in schools and more. I enjoy all crafts and games, indoor and outdoor. I am working towards my Masters in Education for grades 7 to 12 in Special Needs. I like to be clean, have fun, and help out! I am also flexible with hours and pay. I...
Alivia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Alivia was awesome! She handled our crazy school pickup system beautifully and took care of my boys at our home after school until I arrived from work. We are looking forward to her coming back again soon!"

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Joanna F.


Montclair, NJ

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Greetings! I'm Joanna, mother of two grown children in college, available to step in to take care of your children. I am entertaining, high energy, committed, hard-working and flexible with my schedule. I have professional experience and love children of all ages, especially infants! I can attend to a strict schedule, maintain...
Joanna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Joanna is highly dependable and brings experience, intelligence, and gentle loving care to your child. She's fun, creative and a great teacher. As an experienced mother, she brings even more wisdom to the job. We highly recommend Joanna."

Diane M.

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Ann L.


Hawthorne, NJ

$27/hr10 yrs exp

CDA Classroom Assistant And Babysitter

I am a super energetic fun loving nanny who is nurturing and patient. I am truly grateful to have this as my profession and love going to work. It is a great joy for me to watch and help children grow and develop. I am currently working as a full time nanny / house manager . I have been with the family almost 6 years and my...
Ann can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

5.0
"I have been to numerous mommy-and-me classes with Ann Marie and the boy she watches over the last year (I attend with my son). She is extremely attentive, loving and trustworthy. She treats the little boy she watches like he is her own child (everyone assumes she...

Kimberly L.

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Rosetta T.


Waldwick, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Sweet Caring Girl Looking To Join A Nice Family To Be An Extension Of Them To Care For Loved Ones

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, hard working, trustworthy. I'm looking for a position where I can become part of your family that's long term. Communication is important to me. I'm fun, energetic, responsible, and patient. I am CPR/First Aid Certified in infants/children and Adults and have obtained a Child Day...
Rosetta can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Rosie is a wonderful, trustworthy and dependable caretaker. My kids took to her right away! She is always punctual and professional and we still consistently use her as a babysitter and I highly recommend Rosie to anyone who needs some extra child care!"

Tracey W.

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Yanina V.


Bogota, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 teenagers, all in college and working. I am very careful and loving mother. I had on my care a sweet girl with Autism. I believe on giving respect and care to others and more in the people who are in more need, also I had in my care 2 beautiful girls from Harrington Park. 10 months and 3 years old, also 2...
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Anabel E.


Lodi, NJ

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

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

Special Needs Care

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 Haledon, NJ

Alicia M.

5.0

She was very kind and my kids loved her. They would always want her to watch them even when i'll be at home watching them! Highly recommend and she's very good with kids. I'll always rely on her to watch them again!

- Becky R.

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...

- Care member

Luciana Paula P.

5.0

Always present and engaged with my kids. They never want her to leave.

- Care member

Digna U.

4.0

Digna is always on time and even better, always early. She's honest and I trusted her from the start. She's a good driver, and when she takes you out, she makes sure you're safe. She's attentive, caring and I appreciated the help in the mornings. She loves what she does!

- Brian J.

Carlee M.

5.0

I had the pleasure of working with Carlee this summer in Marin. Carlee is super dependable, responsible and a lovely person overall. She was responsive to my job inquiries before she finished her college semester and was ready to work with my family once she got home. Carlee can also cook! She...

- Jeanne D.

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