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Special needs caregivers in Haworth, NJ

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Ariel J.


Bronx, NY

$20/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, with seven years of experience as a childcare provider. My patient, creative, and friendly nature makes me a great fit for this role. I'm comfortable caring for up to three children between the ages of one and 11. As an experienced caregiver, I'm skilled at...
Ariel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She will bond with your child in such a short time it will make any parent jealous. Very clear she has been doing this a long time."

Nicholas G.

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Midori K.


Bronx, NY

$27/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Midori. I have over 7 years of childcare/nannying experience and experience working with special needs children. I am fluent in English and Japanese, and I am able to cook and some light cleaning around the house. Some previous experience that I have is an instructor for elementary age school students at an after...
Midori can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Midori was a great help to my husband and kids, she is always willing to give a helping hand and the kids love her. I hope she gets along with your family as well as ours."

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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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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Rosetta is extremely easy to deal with. She is great at following instructions and communicates thoroughly and efficiently. She plays well with the kids, bringing them outside whenever possible, and does well disciplining the kids when necessary, keeping them well...

Phil S.

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Travis T.


Dobbs Ferry, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello Families! My name is Travis and I'm an employee of the Department of Education. I've worked in the role of a Teaching Assistant for the past 9 years. A major part of my work is the teamwork and collaboration that happens between parents and myself. Our combined efforts are essential to achieving big and small results. I'd...
5.0
"I met Travis because he is the caregiver for one of my customers. He assists with the care of a teenage boy and one of his responsibilities is to helping him with a variety of life skills. Travis really impressed me with his ability to encourage his mentee to...

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Marc B.


Saddle Brook, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Marc. After years of Retail Management, I have decided to pursue my passion for helping others. I am a mature, responsible adult, who is very family oriented. My passion for special needs care giving started with raising my medically fragile disabled child, who is now an adult. My son has a rare seizure disorder,...
5.0
"Mark is a very caring individual when it comes to helping other in need. Very compassionate and hard working. Will go that extra mile in any situation. Very dependable and a hard worker. Would be lucky to have him as a care giver "

Aimee S.

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Amaris C.


Fort Lee, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Amaris and I have over 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have looked after children since I was 15 years old. My skills include feeding, dressing, diapering and bathing. I love to engage children in fun educational activities like arts and crafts, reading, outdoor activities like trips to the...
Amaris can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Amaris is a very patient and caring babysitter. She is responsible and dependable. You can tell she loves working with kids and they love being around her. In my opinion she would make a great addition to any family looking for professional childcare."

Preto G.

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Ana H.


New York, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Great experience / reference available Saturday and Sunday . Am currently hold a RN from the state of Florida, love to work with special needs!
5.0
"I can not say enough about how amazing Ana is. She is prompt, communicative, and most of all truly caring. I had a last minute work trip and Ana was able to come through for me at literally the LAST minute to take my chronically ill mother to two essential Doctor's...

Liza F.

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Lucia R.


Clifton, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified SPED Teacher

3.0

(1)

I am an Elementary/Middle & SPED teacher that teaches at Pss. Also, I was a camp counselor for 4 summers and Girl S leader for about 4 years. I have completed 4 internships in all types of classrooms & have done 1-on-1 tutoring of all subjects. I have worked/taught for about 2 months in direct contact with autism spectrum k-4th...
3.0
"very professional young girl, seem to have experience, but never responded again after we decided on the days she would be working. "

Rebeca C.

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Shannon C.


Bronx, NY

$19-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started caring for people with special needs in 2017, when I began working as a Direct Support Professional, in group homes, day habs, etc. In my spare time, I like to read books, research all about skincare and binge watch my favorite shows. One thing you should know about me is I'm very chill, patient, and empathetic! My...
5.0
"Shannon was punctual, communicated with my nurses and me in a timely manner and I found her to be extremely dependable. I trusted her to help me while I was recovering from surgery. A+"

Stacey G.

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Heather W.


Ridgewood, NJ

$22-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hello!

I have worked with children of all ages! I have also worked with special needs children and adults. I have over 15+ years experience in childcare.
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Stephanie S.


Little Ferry, NJ

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental health Counseling. I have been working with children with special needs for over 15 years in various settings. I have worked in a summer camp, day care and as an at home therapist. I feel that working with children is essential because those are the most critical years for progress and...
5.0
"Stephanie goes above and beyond her job. Whichever it may be. She gives 110% at everything she puts her mind to. Works really well with others and liked by everyone. Always goes that extra mile to make sure everyone around her is happy and satisfied."

Robert D.

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Jill P.


Ridgewood, NJ

$23-30/hr1 yrs exp

I worked with special needs children and teens at The Eastern Christian Children's Retreat. And have cared for my elderly, non ambulatory, blind parent.
Jill can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Pamela F.


Mount Vernon, NY

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Available To Help Asap

Hello everyone, CAREGIVER LOOKING FOR WORK!!!! I'm looking for work doing personal care services and babysitting. Has experience creating lesson plans, working with children with special needs, and engaging in daily activities with children. Assisting senior clients with all of their personal needs, cleaning and grocery...
Pamela can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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Joshua R.


Wood Ridge, NJ

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Educator Looking For Summer Work!

Special Education Administrator and Educator with 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. My students say I am lame and embarrassing so I think that means that I am a great teacher. I have worked with children with special needs from 5-15. My experience ranges from severe needs (spina bifida/cancer) to...
Joshua can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Rosa F.


Emerson, NJ

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I'm reliable, patient and hard working. I have worked taking care of kids with special needs for 8 years. I'm a certified health home aide. I took care of elder people for 7 years through a private agency. I'm currently working at a assisted living.
Rosa can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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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: Meal prep, personal care, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Maricela T.


Clifton, NJ

$50/hr1 yrs exp

I Worked With Older People, At Atlas Healthcare Maywood As Tna

I worked with older people, at Atlas Helpcare Maywood, how Tna gave them food, took them in the common areas, cleaned them, I have training in people in bed with what is required for their care, such as a bed for special needs, a crane and everything required for their care careful
Maricela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Arisleyda R.


New York, NY

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Home Health Assistance Experience

Some of my experiences caring for patient with any disabilities started around eight years ago as a Home Health Aide (HHA) certificate for New York City. I have been working with passion and empathy throughout the different special needs.
Arisleyda can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Yanina M.


Lodi, NJ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Babysitter Available

Hello, My name is Yanina, I'm a Nanny with 20+ years of experience, pet lover and CPR trained. Experienced with kids different ages ( twins, newborns to teenagers). Special needs experience (diabetic and allergies). I have a clean drivers license and excellent references. Please feel free to check my profile, should you have...
Yanina can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Haworth, NJ

Ariel J.

5.0

She will bond with your child in such a short time it will make any parent jealous. Very clear she has been doing this a long time.

- Nicholas G.

Midori K.

5.0

Midori was a great help to my husband and kids, she is always willing to give a helping hand and the kids love her. I hope she gets along with your family as well as ours.

- Care member

Jenine D.

5.0

Jenine is a lovely woman! My daughter had such a wonderful time with Jenine, she's still talking about it!!!

- Camille M.

Rosetta T.

5.0

Rosetta is extremely easy to deal with. She is great at following instructions and communicates thoroughly and efficiently. She plays well with the kids, bringing them outside whenever possible, and does well disciplining the kids when necessary, keeping them well behaved in our absence.

- Phil S.

Travis T.

5.0

I met Travis because he is the caregiver for one of my customers. He assists with the care of a teenage boy and one of his responsibilities is to helping him with a variety of life skills. Travis really impressed me with his ability to encourage his mentee to embrace his independence even though he...

- Care member

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