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Special needs caregivers in Northvale, NJ

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Elaine V.


Northvale, NJ

$15-20/hr

Babysitter/Nanny For Kids/babies With Special Needs

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I have 4years experience of taking care babies/kids with special needs. I worked as a nanny/babysitter for an adorable 12month old boy with austism and developmental delays, as well with 6yr old kid with ADHD and food allergies. Being a babysitter/nanny, I made sure that I maintain a calm environment, being patient and give them...
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Amanda G.


Northvale, NJ

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available This Summer!

I am looking for part-time summer work. I would love to help you or your loved ones! I am a Elementary School teacher with a specialization in special education. I love working with children and helping in any way possible!
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Rachel W.


Northvale, NJ

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Behavior Technician

I have a ton of expereince working with kids with special needs. I have worked with kids ages ranging 3-22-year-old. I absolutely adore what I do and have so much fun doing it! I am also very passionate about helping kids exceed and grow!
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Rachel W.


Northvale, NJ

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Child Care

Hello I am currently a senior at studying psychology with a minor in education. I have a lot of experience with typical kids and kids with special needs. I have worked with kids with special needs (specifically ASD) for about four years now. I have references if needed! I do currently work as a Behavior Technician (ABA) for...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Tracey G.


Bergenfield, NJ

$23-40/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs, Senior Care

5.0

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver for Special Needs, Senior Care, Child Care. I have over 18 years of experience. I am available for week night M-F overnight (flexible with start time)(7/8pm-7am)or weekend Fri-Sun overnight...
Tracey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We are beyond lucky to have had Tracey as our night nurse and special occasion caretaker for our newborn baby girl. Tracey is not only knowledgeable about everything having to do with babies, she is thoughtful in her approach. As a new mom I felt immediately at...

Nicole P.

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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: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, respite care
5.0
"Ellie was a wonderful, caring, responsible caregiver for my mom. She was knowledgeable in all aspects of senior care and helped us with my mom and all her needs. I would highly recommend her to another family."

Bernice T.

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Sheridan M.


Yonkers, NY

$17-20/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights!

Hi there, my name is Sheridan! I am an experienced babysitter who is currently a full-time graduate student looking to find some babysitting work. I nannied full-time from 2019 to 2022 for little ones between the ages of 5 months to 4 years old, and then part-time for the first half of this year watching a 1 and 3-year-old. I...
Sheridan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sheridan is an absolutely phenomenal babysitter, artists and all around great person. I've known her for many years and she is very trustworthy and competent."

Cesar A.

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Rosalys T.


Tarrytown, NY

$25-32/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My passion for nurturing young minds and my previous babysitting experience led me to become a nurturing childcare provider with over 8 years of experience. My patient and creative nature allows me to connect with children, fostering an environment where they can learn, grow, and have fun. I maintain open communication with...
Rosalys can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She is a person with great values Every time I leave my kid with her I know he will be safe and well care."

Belen Q.

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Michelle W.


Scarsdale, NY

$30-32/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Responsible Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! My name is Michelle, I'm thrilled at the possibility of becoming a part of your family's journey. With 20 years of experience, I find so much joy in nurturing the precious stages infant through toddler age children. I have a strong background in infant care and early childcare with a vast amount of experience...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Michelle has been with our family for almost six years and started with us when my daughter was 4 months old and met my son in the hospital. Michelle was integral in planning play dates, helping in potty training my daughter, meals for the children, appointments,...

Kristen T.

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Anita D.


Bronx, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part-Time Caregivers

I am experienced childcare provider with lots of energy, endless patience. I live in Bronx and am interested in a part-time position. I like making the day fun and engaging while being careful, safe , providing good education, morality, self-discipline and social integration. I'm compassionate, kind, with a friendly...
Anita can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I hired Anita about 5 years ago. She helps take care of my two daughters. She's VERY responsible, dependable, and most importantly trustworthy. I just love her. She's been an enormous help to me and my husband, as we both have busy careers and travel a lot. I...

Dora R.

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Geremias J.


Eastchester, NY

$35/hr8 yrs exp

Take Care Of Who Matters First

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a professional care provider I have learned so many lessons and one that truly has made me love my work is understanding some people just need to be taken care first. As individuals we bring our Dynamics to the table. A person with disabilities have the same needs and wants we all have. Therefore, they are to be treated the...
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Robyne M.


Paramus, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Or Eldercare On Call

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Loving Grandma filling in time slots I'm not with clients. Professional Behaviorist for Autism Spectrum. 40 yrs non-profit management w/ direct care for all ages. Previous owner Special needs childcare/pre-school, 6 yrs Youth Minister, 25 yrs domestic violence families, DOJ Senior Supervisor, 30 yrs Foster Parent/Respite....
Robyne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

5.0
"She’s very sweet. My boys enjoyed playing w her. "

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Ariel S.


Hackensack, NJ

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Career

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I worked for the YMCA in Tarrytown as a camp counselor for ages 4-16. I worked at G. Day Camp as a floating counselor for boys and girls ages 6-12. This included aiding a special needs preteen. I am comfortable with newborns, toddlers, and older children. In addition I am an avid animal lover. My miniature dachshund Suzie is 16...
Ariel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

4.0
"Ariel is great! She comes on short notice which is VERY hard to find. Kid gets sick or we need help next day she will move her schedule around to accommodate. On time and gives notice. She is great with our 10 month old very caring and soothing. Plays well with...

Mark H.

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Lanisha S.


Yonkers, NY

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Great Babysitter Available For You

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Good day families and friends I will have some availability over the Christmas break starting this Friday 12/20-12/31. Please reach out if you are looking for care. This is ONLY for the break. A lil bit about me, I started out babysitting my younger siblings and children of relatives. After high school I became a camp counselor...
Lanisha can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lanisha was able to help me out very last minute. She was very punctual, respectful and understanding as my appointment took longer than I had scheduled her for. She was very responsive and took great care of my son. I would definitely work with her again and...

Care member

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Beatriz P.


Yonkers, NY

$24-30/hr5 yrs exp

Graduate Student Looking For Occasional Babysitting Jobs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Beatriz and I'm 24 years old. I am a first-year Physician Assistant student at Pace University. I'm a super big sister and auntie! I have extensive experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs, such as autism and Down Syndrome. Additionally, in high school I babysat for a variety...
Beatriz can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Beatriz was amazing with my boys (6 and 4). She kept them active and entertained for hours and they were always begging for her to come back. Responsive, polite and a good role model. I had her babysit on multiple occasions and will absolutely hire her again!"

Jamie W.

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Ariela R.


Bronx, NY

$17/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been traveling for 3 years to many healing centers, working with children that have special needs, ADHD, depression, autism. I share over 300 different healing modalities, based off of what people experience. Acupressure, breathwork, yoga and an open minded fun imagination. I have a 2-year-old daughter who if you will...
Ariela can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We only used Ariela for babysitting, but she was very kind and caring. Our son got along tremendously well with her little girl. My three year old said he had a great day and loved her cooking."

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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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Lori E.


Hartsdale, NY

$49/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Special Education And English Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I hold a Masters degree in Education, with specialties in English and Special Education. I've been teaching all students to be the best version of themselves. I like to make learning fun, by giving real life examples of the work. I review all classes with the student, or life skills with an adult. I have experience with kids to...
5.0
"Lori Beth worked with my daughter for 2 years and was wonderful in so many ways. She helped develop a plan to keep her focused and social in the community every day. She is organized, compassionate and will quickly feel like part of your family. Highly recommended."

Barry H.

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Rachel W.


Hastings on Hudson, NY

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a fun, loving, Energetic, down to earth girl whom loves children and has been working with them since day one. I am Red Cross Certified (contact me for specifics) and am majoring in early childhood education. I am highly experienced, have lots of references upon request, am fully licensed driver, and love any house hold...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel has babysat for us a number of times. She is punctual, energetic and communicative. She has her own transportation. She engages our kids in various age appropriate activities and they look forward to having her over."

Asha A.

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Stephanie B.


Tarrytown, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I am a 27-year-old grad student who is aspiring to become an occupational therapist. I have a bachelor's degree in social sciences (focused in psychology) and most of my OT master's program completed. I have worked with children between the ages on 6 mos. and 12 yrs. I used to work at Vision Fitness in the daycare...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I interviewed Stephanie and she was wonderful - responsive, punctual and great interaction with my child. Her needs did not meet ours so I did not hire her, but I think she would be a great sitter for the right family. "

Kavita A.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Northvale, NJ

Tracey G.

5.0

As a first time mommy, I needed extra help with my son. At one month old Tracey came to the rescue! She was very patient not only with our son, but also with my husband and I as new parents who had no idea what we were doing. She came on time, made herself at home and was a pleasure to be around...

- Christina D.

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.

Sheridan M.

5.0

Sheridan is an absolutely phenomenal babysitter, artists and all around great person. I've known her for many years and she is very trustworthy and competent.

- Cesar A.

Rosalys T.

5.0

She is a person with great values Every time I leave my kid with her I know he will be safe and well care.

- Belen Q.

Michelle W.

5.0

We are beyond grateful for Michelle and the love and care she has given our family over the many years. From the very beginning, she has been an integral part of our lives, nurturing and supporting our two young children since birth with such warmth, patience, and genuine affection. Michelle has...

- Care member

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