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Kirsten C.


Township of Washington, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kirsten, I am 22 years old and have 9+ years of experience working with children. I've worked with children ages 0-13! I have experience with special needs children including working with feeding tubes. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I have a clean driving record and would love the opportunity to work with...
Kirsten can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kirsten has taken care of my 5 year old daughter numerous times over the past 3 years. My daughter adores Kirsten, and I feel confident in my daughter’s well being and safety while in Kirsten’s care."

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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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Nancy A.


Mahwah, NJ

$48/hr7 yrs exp

College Student

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I hope I can be the perfect fit for your family. I am a charismatic, organized, caring and attentive caregiver. I am CPR certified. Over the years, as a babysitter, nursing assistant, and nursing student, I've had so much experience with children (including those with behavioral and special needs). I've helped and...
Nancy can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Nancy is great and very responsible. She got along great with the kids. We highly recommend her!"

Laura F.

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Sandra B.


Garfield, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Services

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Sandra. I have a certification in Home Health Aide, I am also child CPR and First Aid certified. I have worked with a family in Passaic, NJ for a year and six months as a teacher of two children. My childcare experience is more extensive than that, In the past few years I have worked in two different day cares:...
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Sandra takes her role as caretaker seriously. She is responsible and nurturing. She has cared for my 6 month old for two month and has become part of the family. She helps me keep his routine. I work from home and struggle keeping his meals prepared; fortunately,...

Charlotte C.

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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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Kayleigh D.


Hawthorne, NJ

$15/hr

Experienced Babysitter

I am interested in babysitting and looking after children with special needs/ I have experience in both fields. I have babysat children from newborn-15 years old. I have worked in a special needs children's school and have worked in an adult special needs facility.
Kayleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

I have been babysitting for the last 10 years for family friends with children from ages 1 month to 10 years old. For the last year, I have worked as a Teacher's Aide in a Special Needs Preschool classrooms.
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Tyshea H.


Yonkers, NY

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver Looking For Full-time Work.

Hello my name is Tyshea H. I'm a certified home health aid with 13 years of experience and also a certified teacher assistant who cares for children with special needs on the autism spectrum with developmental disabilities I provide care to all such as memory care (Alzheimer Dementia) Special needs and companionship and ADL's. I...
Tyshea can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

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Andrea R.


Maywood, NJ

$20-39/hr10 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mom

I have 10 years of experience working in a school for individuals with special needs. I was an afterschool nanny for three years and I am now a stay at home mom to a beautiful 3-year-old girl.
Andrea can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Elena S.


Maywood, NJ

$15/hr5 yrs exp

With experience working in a daycare, I've had the joy of seeing children play, learn, and grow every day. I believe in creating a safe and fun environment where kids can learn and develop their skills. Having fun along the way is always an added bonus! :) Also, I have experience caring for children with ADHD, which taught me...
Elena can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Marcel O.


Lodi, NJ

$23-40/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare/special Needs Aid All Ages Including Elderly/babysitter

Hello my name is Marcel and I have helped many families with their loved ones. I been a teacher for all subjects/music teacher, and Special needs aid/ babysitter for more than 10 years. I have worked following: -ADHD/ADD -Autism -Cancer -MS/ ALS -Cerebral Palsy -Neurological disorders -Rare diseases...
Marcel can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Rochel L.


West Nyack, NY

$16-32/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter

My name is Rochel and I love children! I have been working with children for a bunch of years now. Currently I work in a pediatric Dentist office as a hygienist that specializes in children and special needs. I love connecting with kids and sharing experiences with them. I am great with babysitting and other house chores as...
Rochel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Steve P.


Nanuet, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Physical Education Teacher

I have worked in the area as a Adapted Physical Education teacher for Special Needs students. I have taught Physical Education for students Pre K to 12th grade. I am social and comfortable with people from different backgrounds. Currently waiting for my NYS Physical Education certification. Plenty of availability with decent...
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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: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kaitlin F.


Yonkers, NY

$40-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Kaitlin and I am 26 years old. I love being outdoors and spending time with animals and family. I have 5 years of experience being a full time nanny. For 3 years, I took care of a 5, 8, and 11-year-old girl with CP, epilepsy, and global delays. For 2 years I took care of a 7-month-old, who was born deaf. He is now...
Kaitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi I am a really energetic and happy person , I used to work in a school for autistic and special needs kids I worked there for almost 6 years need it to leave when I had my baby but have a lot of knowledge about autism and the attention and care that they need I am a really patience person love to work and help and be able to...
Naishla can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation
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Nwabisa M.


Ridgewood, NJ

$17-30/hr

Live In Caregiver

I am a compassionate and dedicated live-in caregiver providing personalized support to seniors and individuals with special needs. My approach is centered on respect, dignity, and fostering independence while ensuring a safe, comfortable, and engaging environment. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities,...
Nwabisa can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia
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Linda A.


Fair Lawn, NJ

$17-22/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Mother And Caretaker Looking For Full-time Nannying Position

Hello parents of Care. com! I am currently looking for full-time nannying positions. I have two children myself and am fully equipped to care for your little ones! I have cared for children with health complications and special needs as well, so I am able to handle a variety of situations. I have excellent references and can...
Linda can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi everyone, my name is Kristine a mother of two girls age 7 and 13. I've been working with different families in the past for 10+ yrs. I also have a personal experience with special needs children.
Kristine can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Montana A.


Fair Lawn, NJ

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Montana! I am 25 years old. I am very outgoing and responsible who loves to spend time with children. I have watched my three younger brothers that I have experience with watching and caring for all my life. Also, experienced with younger children as well, I take care of my 2-year-old cousin occasionally. I am in...
Montana can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hillsdale, NJ

Kirsten C.

5.0

Kirsten has taken care of my 5 year old daughter numerous times over the past 3 years. My daughter adores Kirsten, and I feel confident in my daughter’s well being and safety while in Kirsten’s care.

- 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.

Nancy A.

5.0

Nancy is great and very responsible. She got along great with the kids. We highly recommend her!

- Laura F.

Sandra B.

5.0

Sandra takes her role as caretaker seriously. She is responsible and nurturing. She has cared for my 6 month old for two month and has become part of the family. She helps me keep his routine. I work from home and struggle keeping his meals prepared; fortunately, Sandra has learned the foods that...

- Charlotte C.

Janelle R.

5.0

Janelle is so wonderful! She has been a date night, etc. sitter for my 2.5 year old son for the last 9 months or so. She's so great with him and really patient when he has a terrible twos meltdown. He's not a great eater and she is always trying new foods and ways to encourage him to eat. She's...

- Care member

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