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Nicole C.


Roselle, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Educator With A Big Heart!

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Hello, my name is Nicole. I have been a babysitter for over 20 years, mostly caring for children ages 1-12+. If need be, I will most certainly care for pets as well. I am First Aid/CPR/AED certified, and I have experience with children with special needs as I have been a middle school educator for the past 8 years in the NYC/NJ...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kayla K.


Clark, NJ

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hi my name is Kayla. I'm an energetic, creative, reliable, honest, team player and positive college student holding my Associates in Science who loves working with kids and strives to some day in the future be a public school teacher. I'm also flexible with my hours and am CPR as well as First Aid certified. I am currently...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Malka S.


Union, NJ

$22-30/hr9 yrs exp

Attentive Loving And Joyful Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi parents! I am an enthusiastic & attentive caretaker with 9 years of experience working with children ages 0-12, and people with special needs ages 5-22. I have experience in roles such as live-in nanny, substitute teacher, babysitter, daycare assistant, special needs aid, camp counselor, housekeeper and more. I have CPR and...
Malka can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Juliana P.


North Arlington, NJ

$15-19/hr

Confortable Around People With Special Needs.

My aunt is 59 years old and she has special needs since she was born. My mom is her primary caregiver and I always helped my mom taking care of my aunt. I am patient and very loving with around adults and elderly people with special needs.
Juliana can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning
I like working with kids because they usually tend to be blunt, which is genuinely my favorite quality. Kids will tell me what they want/need exactly how they prefer it. I like that. I'm looking for a job that gives me purpose, and gives me the opportunity to give the help where it's needed. I started working with kids when...
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Julia F.


Clark, NJ

$22-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a graduate of Rowan University with a degree in Psychology. I am currently a student at Seton Hall getting my master's in School Counseling. I have extensive experience working with individuals of all ages! I have cared for children ranging in age from 6 weeks and up. I worked as a head counselor for a recreational camp...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jamaris H.


Bayonne, NJ

$25/hr

Social Work Is My Passion

Hi there. Thanks for viewing my profile. I'm Jamaris, 40 yr old mom of a sweet teenage girl(and a cat) living in Bayonne, NJ. I studied at Nyack College in NYC, and my background & passion is in mental health. While I haven't had much experience in elderly care, I have spent 4 years as a Direct Support Professional, caring for...
Jamaris can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
I have personal experience with disabled individuals in my immediate family. I love helping people and I have been told that I'm patient and kind and extremely caring
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Skylar G.


Rahway, NJ

$30-48/hr2 yrs exp

Knowledge Is Power!

I currently work as a STEM Educator with a popular science center. I am looking to assist in inspiring the minds of people of all ages through learning. I specialize in tutoring early childhood and children with special needs. I also love furry friends, am an experienced caregiver, and am happy to assist with house sitting and...
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Shanaia B.


Irvington, NJ

$30-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, I am a loving mother of two. Very caring with a great sense of humor. Very family oriented. I am a past employee for Newark Public Schools as well as a Direct Support Professional for OurHouse INC. Both positions allowed me to work with special need beings. A combination of 17 years experience in both fields Fortunately as a...
Shanaia can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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Palesa M.


Lyndhurst, NJ

$23-25/hr2 yrs exp

My name is Palesa and I have solid experience as a special needs assistance. I'm very patient and positive at all times. I believe these are the most important traits to have as a special needs assistant.
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Rayane S.


Westfield, NJ

$22-50/hr6 yrs exp

Rayane

Hello, I'm Ray a 26-year-old Brazilian geography teacher, I have been working with kids for the past 6 years. I have experience caring for kids from 12 months old to teenagers, including special needs. I graduated as a geography teacher in 2022. I think we could be a great fit!
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jamaris H.


Bayonne, NJ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny With Background In Mental Health.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! Thank you for viewing my profile. I'm Jamaris, experienced nanny & mom to an awesome teenage girl. My background & passion is in Mental Health & the arts. Right after college, I spent a few years working at Person Centered Care Services in Staten Island as a Direct Support Professional, teaching independent living...
Jamaris can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ezgi Y.


Verona, NJ

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

I am taking care of 2 girls, they are 2 and 4 years old. I drive, cook, tidying up and do laundry in my daily task. My actual job is psychologist I also worked as a school psychologist with special needs kids for 3 years in Turkey. My program is ending on july. I am 28 years old, I have almost 5 years experience with kids and...
Ezgi can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Natalie G.


Newark, NJ

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

At an early age, I was always helping my mother in the classroom and loved to spend time with all the children. I was the babysitter for all the kids in the neighborhood and enjoyed every minute. After college I worked as a head start teacher and a caregiver to an individual with special needs. My CDA focuses on infant and...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Taylor M.


Newark, NJ

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Friend, Supporter, And Teacher!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a professional Nanny/Child Development Specialist with certification and a degree from UCLA! Sadly, I had to leave my last family of 5 years due to my moving to NJ from CA. I have also worked with children with varying special needs such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and Speech Impediments I specialize in aged...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Habibatou S.


Bayonne, NJ

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Energetic Nanny

My name is Habi and I'm 27 years old, a Biology major student. I have been officially working as a babysitter since I was 18 years old. I know all ways of how to take care of children. I have worked for several families in New York & New Jersey for years now. All of them appreciated me. The task I am capable of is quite varied,...
Habibatou can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Stephanie D.


Bloomfield, NJ

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I have worked with children with different special needs. When I was working in the elementary school, I shadowed a little girl that had down syndrome. I would take her to all her specials and accompany her during lunchtime. I would help her interact with the other children and assist her in her academics. I would also maintain...
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Sophia P.


Caldwell, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

My name is Sophia, I have had the unique experience of growing up with a younger brother who is significantly disabled. He was diagnosed with ASD at 3 years old, which gave me a lifetime (so far) of working closely and loving someone on the spectrum. At a young age, I was inspired to pursue a career in this field, leading me to...
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Carole A.


Bloomfield, NJ

$19-24/hr5 yrs exp

I have spend my five years working with individuals with developmental disabilities, and I'm passionate about making a positive difference in their lives. My experience includes providing direct support and developing customized care plans to meet each individual's unique needs. I've worked closely with families, offering...

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