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Special needs caregivers in Newfoundland, NJ

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Elyse R.


Rockaway, NJ

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Patient, Compassionate Caregiver

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I have some experience with children on the Autism Spectrum, and I am hoping to gain more experience with children who have special needs. I am extremely empathetic, adaptive, and patient. I study Human Services and have classes that focus on children with special needs and would love to gain experience and build relationships...
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Leigh C.


Haskell, NJ

$25/hr20 yrs exp

Fun-loving Energetic Sitter/nanny

I have 25 years of experience with Children of all ages plus special needs. I am a very fun, loving, energetic, nurturing, caring, and responsible sitter I can help with Travel , Cooking/Meal Preparation, Lighthouse work, laundry, driving children to their activities and so much more. I love to engage children and arts and...
Leigh can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Gina F.


Towaco, NJ

$40/hr10 yrs exp

I CAN HELP YOUR FAMILY

Hi, my name is Gina. My passion is children. I've wanted to work with children since I was five I started teaching preschool when I was 18 I stayed there for 20 years. While there I've always said I want to work with special needs mainly autistic children when the school closed. I became a paraprofessional. That led me to...
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Kayla M.


Rockaway, NJ

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

hi my name is kayla ! I'm a 24-year-old from Rockaway. I graduated from CCM's radiography program in 2021 and currently going back to school full time for radiation therapy. I've had about 10 years of babysitting experience and I have my own vehicle. Throughout the years I have babysat a range of ages so I have alot of...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

This past year I worked as an intake manager at a home care agency, and getting to spend time with seniors and learning how they became who they are is such an incredible privilege. They are strong individuals that just need some support. And that is my goal. Make sure they feel comfortable and independent while giving them the...
5.0

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I have spent my summers as a teachers aid for children with behavioral problems. My family has dedicated their lives to children with special needs!

Wandalis R.


Rockaway, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Helper

Mother of three grown kids all in the medical field have experience with special needs , special challenges and training. Looking forward to meeting a great family who are in need of a helping hand with any tidying up house laundry cleaning, cooking or just simply arts and crafts with the children. Also a PET lover at heart.
Wandalis can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

Ana N.


Butler, NJ

$17-40/hr1 yrs exp

Hey how's it going ? I have a lot of experience with child and elderly care, I have already looked after teenagers with special needs and I will be happy to help your family, if you are interested, please get in touch
I have over 15 Yrs Of experience working with Senior living and with Special needs would like to help those who are also homebound and in need of assistance in any way. Care is what I do and is where my skills are best. I would love to meet a family in need of my service. Also I am certified and up-to-date with everything. Also...
Wandalis can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CPR

Madison D.


Oak Ridge, NJ

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have experience with infants and older children, including those with special needs. I have been babysitting since I was 12, a nanny after high school, and I worked in a child care center for 3. 5 years, and have been a part time nanny since, I've always loved every minute of it. I am passionate about caring for children,...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Wandalis R.


Rockaway, NJ

$50/hr20 yrs exp

Qualified And Dependable Nanny You Can Trust.

Wandalis 42yrs CPR AED Certified (ASHI) Early Literacy Children Age Birth -Three Health Safety And Nutrition Behavior, Observation And Screening Child Growth and Development Certified By Department Children And Family I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring/motherly, and funny. I'm looking for a job where I can...
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Rachael W.


Southfields, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Looking For A Live In Position For As Many Days As Possible

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm a CNA and HHA. Also obtained my AS and half way through my BA in human services/psychology. For most cases, I'm overqualified, but I love what I do so much so I stay in this field. I stand for integrity in every single thing I do. I am honest and hard working with a good sense of humor and always with a smile on my...
Rachael can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Rachael is a caring loving person and has become part of our family! She always treated my husband with such great respect and dignity. She is very professional but always attended to both of our needs.I trusted her with the total care of my husband and was with us...

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Bonnie R.


Randolph, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Determined To Provide Wonderful Care To Your Child On A Part-time Basis.

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for over 36 years. While I do not have my own children, I hold the children in my heart that I do work with near and dear to my heart. I have babysat for newborns to teenagers. I also specialize in working with children or adults with special needs. Sometimes I can be available upon short notice. I am...
Bonnie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Bonnie is an exceptionally dedicated and talented teacher. She successfully tutored our daughters (who are both autistic) for their Bat Mitvahs. She comes up with great ideas for activities with children. Our daughters always looked forward to being with her."

Gayle R.

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Tara P.


Caldwell, NJ

$20-22/hr3 yrs exp

Super Fun Sitter Ready To Make Your Day!

I have 3+ years of child care experience. I am totally willing to help with errands and light housework. I have special needs care experience, including being a teacher's aide in a special needs classroom. Excited to hear from you! :)
Tara can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!"

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Kirsten C.


Township of Washington, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Babysitter

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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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: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care
5.0
"Eleanora has been caring for seniors for approximately 20 years she is the most dependable caring responsible person she can think on her feet in situations that arise and handle them in a safe and calm manner."

Cate K.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I care for my daughter with autism for 7 years. I have experience with children and adults with neurological disorders and special needs. I am very intuitive and passionate person,
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Valeria M.


Elmwood Park, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I hope you will consider me as your next babysitter. You will be choosing a fun, happy, energetic one when you pick me. I have worked with kids for the past 10 years. I have worked in sleepaway and day camps and children's parties. I currently work with children where the main goal of my job is to keep them safe and...
5.0
"Very kind, helpful, and timely "

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Melissa T.


Randolph, NJ

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Melissa and I absolutely love kids! I am from Randolph, NJ. I am an occupational therapist in a public district. I am passionate about working with all children, especially those with special needs. I love doing arts and crafts, reading and running around with kids, but I am also here to help around the house with...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a kind, caring, and responsible nanny. She communicated daily about when she was picking him up and any other...

Johanna F.

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Valerie H.


Warwick, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced and Loving Caregiver.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am Valerie, and I love babies and children! I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Human Services from Binghamton University. I am a mother of four, as well as an experienced preschool teacher, childcare provider, and babysitter. I have worked in elementary classrooms as well as classrooms for special needs...
Valerie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Newfoundland, NJ

Rachael W.

5.0

Rachael is a caring loving person and has become part of our family! She always treated my husband with such great respect and dignity. She is very professional but always attended to both of our needs.I trusted her with the total care of my husband and was with us for over two years until...

- Care member

Bonnie R.

5.0

Bonnie is amazing. She is great with young kids, very dependable and trustworthy. She plans days in advance for activities and adventures for the kids. She always asks permission and she just has a great heart. We truly appreciate Bonnie and happy to have her as part of our family.

- Hayley M.

Tara P.

5.0

Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!

- Care member

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

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.

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