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Stacey D.


Denville, NJ

$18/hr10 yrs exp

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Certified Elementary Education and Special Education Teacher with 20+ years experience in public school system. Taught all grade levels and all subjects. Experience with most all diagnosis, writing and following IEP's, making accommodations and finding solutions. Please just ask...
Hi parents - I have lots of experience with all ages from infants to teens as a babysitter, mom of two, special needs staff, and chaperone. I am always patient and I encourage confidence and kindness while babysitting and raising my own kiddos. We are a family of four with two older kids (teen and almost a teen). I am more of a...
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Diana T.


Sparta, NJ

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Diana and I am a 23-year-old seeking either babysitting or petsitting opportunities to make some extra money. I have experience babysitting and assisting families with transportation, cleaning, cooking, homework, or any other errands or needs. I also come from a family of several pets and love all animals. I am...
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Jennifer P.


Mount Arlington, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

LMT & Also Educator For Young Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have babysat & been live-out nanny before, am LMT by training but currently searching for full time work and/or part-time pet care job. I have done lots of volunteering in the past, & am CPR/1st Aid/AED certified. I have worked in several different educational settings w/special needs & non-special needs students from ages 0 -...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Hello There, I'm Samantha. As the big sister of twins with ASD, ADHD, Epilepsy, and autoimmune disorder, I've been a special needs care giver since they were born. I am patient and compassionate; those are two things I firmly believe every person who works with those with disabilities should be. I would love to be a part of...
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Nichakorn F.


Parsippany, NJ

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Your Kid Is My Kid

Hi there, My name is Nicha (from Thailand). I love children. I used to be a volunteer to take care of the special needs children (Down syndrome, autism, developmental delay & Prader-Willi syndrome & children who have emotional problems from separated parents) for 2-3 months at an institute in Bangkok. I have learned from...
Hello, my name is Brianna C. and I am currently a junior at Arcadia University. l am a Psychology/Pre-Physician Assistant major. For the past 3 years, I have worked as a caretaker for a 22-year-old male with Cerebral Palsy. He is nonverbal and almost entirely wheelchair-bound. I assist in feeding him, transferring him, cleaning...
I have worked in and managed many group homes with many years experience dealing with developmental delays and different disabilities in children and adults!
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Marybeth L.


Parsippany, NJ

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Marybeth

Was an l. p. n. for 40 years. Worked with handicapped and medically fragile infants, children, teens, adults, seniors. Ventilator care, respiratory care, gastronomy tubes, j tubes, catheters, sp tubes colostomies.
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Michell O.


Wharton, NJ

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Mon-Fri DDD Supports Coordinator with trainings and professional experience with adults with special needs. Volunteer experience working as a buddy/leader for adults and children with special needs.
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Liezel E.


Denville, NJ

$5-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

I am a fun, loving, 23-year-old student who loves life and who loves to share my joy with others. I'm very patient and love to work with people, all ages and stages.
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Nicole M.


Sparta, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Funny, Energetic, Friendly Preschool Teacher W PM Flex. Looking To Connect W An Awesome Family!

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, silly, and inquisitive; nurturing, goofy, and thoughtful; honest, responsible, dependable. I like working w/kids because it is my greatest joy and my truest passion. I have over 25 years of experience, and I take immense pride in what I do. I'm a single mother of two beautiful...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Cheri C.


Parsippany, NJ

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Tutor Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi Parents, If you are looking for an afternoon tutor a few days a week and you live in the area of Parsippany I would love to help you. I am a high school math teacher with tons of experience with children at all age levels. I have my certification in Special Education and Elementary Education. I have been working with...
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Sindy F.


Hopatcong, NJ

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

I have family with special needs and I've been working with persons that needs special cares, looking forward to meet you! Thank you
I have a vast array of experience working with children with & without special needs in various venues. I am also a LMT (licensed massage therapist). I have experience working with children who have Autism, CP & other cognitive disorders. Please feel free to contact me & resume upon request.
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Mildred M.


Montville, NJ

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver, Job Coach, Life Skills/assisted Living Coach

Hello! My name is Mildred and I am interested in working as a life skills/job coach. I have extensive experience working with developmentally disabled clients whose diagnoses included Down's Syndrome, Autism, Asperger's, etc. The capacities in which I have assisted this population include: providing guidance and training to...
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Melissa T.


Randolph, NJ

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver With Extensive Special Needs Experience

My name is Melissa and I absolutely love kids! I am from Randolph, NJ. I am an occupational therapist in a public district working with students with autism and other disabilities. I am passionate about working with all children, especially those with special needs. I love doing arts and crafts, reading and running around with...
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Nicole C.


Randolph, NJ

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Former Teacher Looking To Become A Full Time Nanny

Hello! My name is Nicole and I am 29 years old. For the past 7 years, I was an elementary school special education teacher in New York City. I have recently relocated back to New Jersey and am looking for a full time nanny position (M-F). I am a certified teacher and have worked with all kinds of children in my many years as an...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Brianna C.


Morris Plains, NJ

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Caring Babysitter Looking For A Summer Job

Hello, my name is Brianna and I am currently a junior at Arcadia University where I play on the women's soccer team. Throughout my high school career, I worked with special needs children through a tutoring position and club at my school. I have also worked with children ages 4-14 at a Camp. I have babysat for various family...
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Valerie V.


Butler, NJ

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Seasoned Professional Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I began my journey going to a vocational High school where I not only had my regular academics but I was able to get a head start on my career that I would be doing after I graduated . I was able to get first hand experience with newborns all the way up to the Kindergarten class. Once High school was over I extended my education...
Valerie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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