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I have references. I am great company and am able to assist with an individual needs. I cater to what is required. I am available during the week in the afternoons and weekends.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As the oldest child, I grew up taking care of my 4 siblings. Coming from a large extended family, I also took care of my cousins. My love for children is what drove me to become a teacher. I love working with children of all ages. Not only can I provide a safe and fun time, I can also incorporate academics into the experience. I...
Farisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"My husband and I were thrilled to have Farisa take care of our newborn infant while we worked. As first-time parents, we were understandably nervous about leaving our child in someone else's care, but Farisa's warm and nurturing personality put us at ease right...
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
babysitting since I was 12 years old and enjoy caring for others and helping out. I am certified in CPR and have worked with special needs children and helping them develop throughout the years,
Alicia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was very kind and my kids loved her. They would always want her to watch them even when i'll be at home watching them! Highly recommend and she's very good with kids. I'll always rely on her to watch them again!"
Becky R.
5.0
(1)
I have 5 years of experience and have even worked with special needs children. I can help prepare food and take your children around the city if you would like. My full time job starts up again August 15 so until then I am around full time and afterwards I will only be available on weekends. I can help with Swimming Supervision...
Jillian can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jillian babysat regularly for my three young children (3, 6, 7) in Long Island. They always talked about how much fun they had when Jillian would babysit. She'd take them to the park, out for ice cream and would even help with online school (because I can never...
Katerina S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Danielle and I have a little over 6 years of childcare experience. I have hung out with kiddos and have extensive experience caring for children with specialized needs. I am energetic, always have a smile on my face, and am very patient! I can help with transportation, errands, and housework, and I am CPR...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle was the best nanny my little ones could have. My youngest little one has many developmental delays and Danielle was patient, thoughtful and caring. Every day was filled with laughter and well thought out activities. She taught while she played. Her...
Care member
4.5
(2)
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ariel was amazing. She started the week my father died and it life was in chaos. She Helped take care of my daughter and 2 dogs. She jumped right in and was able to handle my daughters busy activity schedule. She did errand and little things around the...
Rebecca N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! With four years of experience in the early childcare setting and two years working with special needs individuals under my belt, I would say there is not much I cannot handle. Despite my young age, I bring a responsible, caring, yet fun and engaging energy to any family! Prepped with sample lesson plans acquired during my...
Anna Gabriella can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anna is a very responsible caregiver. She had to juggle multiple drop-off/pick-ups for my kids each day. She managed my 4 kids and was very playful with them. I would recommend her for a childcare position."
Michelle L.
5.0
(1)
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:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hey, my name is Hawa and I am currently in my last year of college majoring in Social work. I love the arts of children. I have about 3 years of experience with all ages. I've worked for summer youth with kids ages 3-11, helping them with basic learning, learning to read write and math. I am a part time behavioral therapist for...
Hawa can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Anytime im busy, i call her, i don't call anyone but her, shes awesome, caring and goes above and beyond when given a task or asked for help, "
Care member
5.0
(4)
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, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
5.0
"She’s very sweet. My boys enjoyed playing w her. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
I have several years of babysitting experience, with children as young as 6 months up to 13 years. I have also worked with children with special needs. Worked at summer camps and Montessori camps so I have experience dealing with several kids at a time. I am responsible, warm and love kids.
Camila can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Camila is super sweet and my kids love her! She is fun, responsible and very flexible. She has been babysitting my kids for two years now. I would definitely recommend her to others!"
Joanne E.
Caitlin M.
New York, NY
$19-30/hr • 13 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Caregiver- Master's In Mental Health Counseling
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Caitlin and I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a master's degree from Columbia University. I currently work at a nonprofit agency providing therapy to children and adolescents. I have a hybrid schedule with flexibility on nights and weekends, which allows me to babysit for occasional date nights, etc. I...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I have known Caitlin for several years and she has been our go-to babysitter for both my children (and my dogs). She is very responsible, caring and adored by our children. She creates fun activities for the kids and opportunities for them to learn. Caitlin is very...
Allison M.
Annamarie K.
New York, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Fun, And Creative Babysitter On The Upper West Side
4.7
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Annamarie and I have over 15 years of caregiving experience with children of all ages - from newborns to teens. I was born and raised in Austin, Texas and recently graduated with highest honors from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.
In addition to babysitting, I have taught music (I'm a cellist)...
Annamarie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Annamarie was a delight! She stayed with our two children recently and changed my tween's language from "I don't need / want a babysitter" to "Can Annamarie come back again this week?". She was kind and fun and exceeded our expectations in terms of care -- kids...
Ginger B.
5.0
(1)
My name is Jessica I am a 23-year-old whose hair sometimes changes colors the best part? Children think I'm a mermaid or fairy! :)
I'm a college student majoring in early childhood education at BMCC. My goal is to be the most goofy.. Silly caring teacher to all those little ones anxious to learn about the world. I did my...
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Celia, I have experience with childcare, elderly, special needs care and touring. I have a degree in Human Services and I'm fluent in Spanish. I'm responsible, reliable, patient, and knowledgeable in both care and child education. I'm caring, compassionate, and capable. In addition, I cook, clean, and organize. I...
Celia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Celia is an excellent nanny, she’s very attentive. Celia is caring and the kids loved being around her. I never had any issues with her."
Care member
3.7
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with kids of all abilities and disabilities for 10 years. I was employed as a caregiver for children with severe special needs for 4 years. Now, I am hoping to continue working with children of all levels!
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Very warm and friendly, like we already knew her!"
Jennifer S.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 32 yr-old Filipino guy, I love dealing with other persons, and I love taking take good care of my patient. I love showing my love and care for them and treating them just one of my family members. I am very kind person, loyal, sweet, honest and loyal person.
I am working right now as physical therapist assistant, but...
5.0
"Jeadd is an employee who is a quick learner, cool, calm, collected and able to do the job on time and does not need any further instructions to do what is needed to be done. He is surely going to be an asset wherever he will be."
Danell C.
5.0
(1)
My grandmother was a health care worker that worked with both adults and children with special needs. I become a substitute teacher and fell in love with teaching and nurturing children that have special needs. I discovered my passion for special education as a teachers assistant for children on the autism spectrum. Since then I...
3.3
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Saily I'm currently attending Lehman College and majoring in nursing. Throughout high school I took a two year course to achieve my Childhood Development Association certification and am in the process of finishing it. I am bilingual, I speak, read, and write fluently in Spanish as well as in English. I have been...
Saily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Saily is really great with kids, wonderful personality and creative!"
Carly D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
licensed practical nurse for 9 years as of 2025
5 years of experience in long term
Looking for private duty home care.
Experienced in g tube feedings, nebulizer treatments, medication management,
Wound care, catheters, incontinent care, special needs, dementia, Incontinence care and memory care.
Jillene can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I don't even know where to begin. Jillene was a perfect match to care for my dad who was on hospice. I am crying as I am writing this in the short period of time that she cared for my dad I felt she became part of our family. I would highly, highly recommend...
Joanne I.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ridgefield Park, NJ
Farisa K.
5.0
Farisa is hands down the best baby sitter we have ever worked with. My 18-month old daughter is extremely shy and was going through major separation feelings when we asked Farisa to help baby sit our daughter for two days. Farisa was able to use her care-taking skills to instantly win Araaya and...
- Care member
Alicia M.
5.0
She was very kind and my kids loved her. They would always want her to watch them even when i'll be at home watching them! Highly recommend and she's very good with kids. I'll always rely on her to watch them again!
- Becky R.
Jillian G.
5.0
Jillian babysat regularly for my three young children (3, 6, 7) in Long Island. They always talked about how much fun they had when Jillian would babysit. She'd take them to the park, out for ice cream and would even help with online school (because I can never figure that out).
It was also...
- Katerina S.
Danielle B.
5.0
Danielle was the best nanny my little ones could have. My youngest little one has many developmental delays and Danielle was patient, thoughtful and caring. Every day was filled with laughter and well thought out activities. She taught while she played. Her experience with setting schedules,...
- Care member
Ariel S.
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 the baby and is very good at...
- Mark H.
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