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Michelle H.


Newfoundland, NJ

$40-50/hr5 yrs exp

NYS Certified Teacher Special Needs

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I have my masters from b-6 in students with disabilities and have been teaching for 5 years under that license.
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Dominica C.


West Milford, NJ

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Experienced, Reliable, Responsible

I have about 10 years of experience working various babysitting and nannying jobs. In 2019 I graduated with a degree as an occupational therapy assistant and began working with pediatrics at a school for children with special needs. I also have experience working as a lifeguard where I was trained in first aid and CPR. I have...
Dominica can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Dulce P.


Wanaque, NJ

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a certified Substitute teacher in K-5 Education and have experience in assigning curriculum. I currently work as a teacher's aide at a private school for children with special needs. Eager to help out local families. Completed Bachelor's degree in Family Services at Montclair State University in June 2022 and going...
Dulce can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Alexandra M.


Vernon, NJ

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

I am a experience with kids for 10 years at the same place not with special needs but I can learn but I am looking for full time
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Shelley M.


Warwick, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Silly Sitter

I have been working with children with special needs for many years including autism Down syndrome educational difficulties life skills
I've had some experience with special needs. I had 2 clients with autism and a client with Rett Syndrome. I'm a very caring person and will take great care of your loved one. References available upon request.
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Ashley S.


Sloatsburg, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Ashley and I am a student at Dominican College. I am a Childhood/Special Education major with a concentration in History. I have worked with children as a camp counselor and head counselor for 11 years in a camp. I have also worked as an assistant dance instructor and a health director at the same camp. I also...
I began providing childcare in high school and come with 18 years of experience.. I have worked in day care centers, owned a home day care and ran nursery programs. I come with meal and lesson planning experience as well as special needs and multiples experience. I took an break to raise my children whom are now grown and now...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Melody M.


Oak Ridge, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior And Adult Special Needs Care Giver

4.8

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified home health aid, certified EMT DDD trained and a nursing school graduate. I have been a HHA for over 10 yrs. I enjoy helping people maintain there independence. My skills are extensive and adaptable to the individuals needs.
Melody can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Melody cared for my elderly disabled mother on short notice. She was absolutely amazing, very understanding of my mother and kept diligent contact with me every step of the way. I would hire her again in an instant!!"

Gina M.

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Eleanora Z.


Saddle River, NJ

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Eleanora. I have 12 years experience and living in an nursing home. My experience includes: cooking, changing, cleaning, bathing, medication moderator, feeding, and many more. I worked in a 33-bed adult care facility. I helped organize workshops for the members. I participated in over-night care on a regular basis. I...
Eleanora can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, respite care, dementia
5.0
"Eleanora took her role As an aide, companion very seriously. She always took the our mom's needs into consideration . Elle prepared food that was nutritious and easy for the patient to tolerate when eating became difficult. She treated our mom with respect and...

Judi H.

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Eileen N.


Highland Mills, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is eileen I am 61 years old and a retired elementary school teacher and mother of three daughters and two infant granddaughters. I have experience caring for infants through elementary school. I have also cared with children with autism and special needs . I can cook meals, help with homework, bathing. I love all...
Eileen can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Eileen is a sweet, reliable and caring person who took care of my children and dog on a daily basis for many years before we moved away. She also took care of any housekeeping and errands when we asked. She was wonderful and really became a part of our family...

Rebecca D.

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Holly O.


Mahwah, NJ

$20-25/hr12 yrs exp

I am a mom of two and a g-mom of a 3-year-old boy. I have years of nannying experience, I have excellent references. I'm CPR certified, I have experience with special needs kids. I am fun, loving, active person! Reach out to see if we are a fit!
Holly can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jessica H.


Haskell, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Energetic, Interactive, 9 Years Experience, Available Full Time

4.3

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 18 yrs experience as a nanny as well as experience with special needs children (autism and cerebral palsy specifically). I've worked for families with up to 5 children of all ages, aged infant to teenager. Comfortable with housework, laundry, meals, homework, overnights, pets etc. I adore children and am excellent...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Jess has been an amazing caregiver for our family with three children (1,6 +7). She is always on time, has been very flexible with our hectic schedules, easily handles drop-off/pick-ups, prepares lunches and meals, keeps the place extremely tidy and helps the...

Mary Ellen C.

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Debra B.


New City, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

VERY RELIABLE CARE GIVER

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Melody M.


Oak Ridge, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Extensive Experience With Seniors And Adult Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified home health aid, certified EMT, have DDD training, nursing school graduate I can identify medical emergencies and act accordingly I have provided nutritional care, encourage and assist with activities of daily living, assist with AM & PM care, medication administration, ambulation, exercises, bath rooming,...
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Elizabeth A.


Monroe, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced D.O.E. Certified Nanny Fulltime Only

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Para Professional since 2008 Department of Education district 75. Other Certifications include: CPR, First Aid, Defensive Driving, Infectious Disease, and Shaken Baby, Mandated Reporter, and Lock Down Safety. I have worked with students in school setting and Private in home care. I have assisted students...
5.0
"Elizabeth creates a special relationship with each child and is great with articulating their individual care and needs. She cares for them as if they were her own. Many of our parents tried to hire her as a nanny. She is able to manage and create a safe and...

Christina F.

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Ashley A.


Goshen, NY

$21-30/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Ashley and I am 27 years old. I have interned at an elementary school teaching kindergarten, 2nd grade and 4th grade. I am also certified to teach English as a second language. I work in regular classrooms as well as special education classrooms. I have also tutored 7th grade math and English, 11th grade...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Ashley formed an instant bond with my 11 year old son who has high-functioning autism. She is creative, hands-on, and has a great sense of humor."

Cynthia B.

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Nicole C.


Paterson, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Experienced & CPR Certified Summer Nanny & Occasional Sitter!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a school-based pediatric Speech Therapist looking for local jobs for my summer "off"! I have been sitting/nannying formally since 2015. I am CPR certified, have experience with up to 3 kids at a time. Im a mom of a 2. 5-year-old and am versed in respectful parenting techniques. I enjoy crafts and games with kids, as well as...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I'd enthusiastically recommend Nicole to anyone looking for a trustworthy, responsible and caring childcare provider. Nicole cared for my two children (2yo and 5 yo) over the summer months. I am grateful that I could completely trust her to follow the guidelines I...

Nicole L.

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Samantha C.


Bloomingdale, NJ

$23/hr7 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm Sam. I'm a 22-year-old former EMT and current 9-1-1 dispatcher trying to get back into childcare because I feel like this is where I belong! I have 7 years of experience with children of all ages. Additionally, I have extensive experience with special needs children as I have grown up in an autism household. I am...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Best babysitter around.. My 2.5 year old son ABSOLUTELY loves her..She is always on time and very flexible. Sam is amazing "

Toni D.

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Lisa E.


Sparta, NJ

$21-22/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Available On A Part-time Basis - I Work As An Educator Until 2:30 Each Day.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of two adult children. I have over 30 years of experience in the field of education - from preschool through high school. I have a NJ K - 6 Teacher Certification. I, also, have a Professional Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from Cal State U., Long Beach. I taught for many years in California. I have...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lisa has been our after school/school holiday sitter for two school years. She is reliable, always on time, and willing to work around my ever changing schedule. I have two children and they both love Lisa! Her background with special education has made her an...

Christin P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hewitt, NJ

Melody M.

5.0

Melody cared for my elderly disabled mother on short notice. She was absolutely amazing, very understanding of my mother and kept diligent contact with me every step of the way. I would hire her again in an instant!!

- Gina M.

Eleanora Z.

5.0

Eleanora took her role As an aide, companion very seriously. She always took the our mom's needs into consideration . Elle prepared food that was nutritious and easy for the patient to tolerate when eating became difficult. She treated our mom with respect and dignity. We were lucky to have...

- Judi H.

Eileen N.

5.0

Eileen is a sweet, reliable and caring person who took care of my children and dog on a daily basis for many years before we moved away. She also took care of any housekeeping and errands when we asked. She was wonderful and really became a part of our family during her time working for us.

- Rebecca D.

Jessica H.

5.0

Jess worked for us during the summer through October until my schedule changed. My 2 yr old daughter absolutely loves her and we still use her whenever we need a sitter. She's very responsible, loving, and fun. She always handled meals, activities, pets and playdates without a problem and the house...

- Robert B.

Elizabeth A.

5.0

Elizabeth creates a special relationship with each child and is great with articulating their individual care and needs. She cares for them as if they were her own. Many of our parents tried to hire her as a nanny. She is able to manage and create a safe and structured learning environment. She...

- Christina F.

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