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Samantha K.


Westfield, NJ

$15/hr10 yrs exp

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I have had a lot of experience with caring for children. To briefly discuss it, I worked at the JCC for five years as a camp counselor and swim instructor/lifeguard. When I was a counselor, I took care of 3 to 5-year-old children. The responsibilities included monitoring the group, planning activities and events, assisting with...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rita N.


Clark, NJ

$21-47/hr7 yrs exp

Compassion Care

Hi! My name is Rita, and I am a compassionate caregiver with over seven years of experience providing exceptional care to the elderly and individuals with special needs. I am dedicated to offering excellent service, holding certifications as a Home Health Aide, in CPR, First Aid, AED, and as a Direct Support Professional. I...
Rita can also help with: Meal prep, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Zorel M.


Elizabeth, NJ

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

Caring And Patient Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an experienced babysitter, I love kids and I enjoy spending time with them. I am also a therapy coach at Brain Balance Achievement Center and I have years of experience working with kids with special needs and behavior issues. I work in ABA as well and have experience working with kids on the spectrum and ADHD. I'm very...
Zorel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I've been working at Novartis early learning center for 3 years. My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs, I am warm hearted energetic and enjoy spending my time with kids. I am currently working at the ECLC which is a special needs school. My skills vary from diaper changing, feeding,...
Kanajah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jessica H.


Clark, NJ

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

I have babysat for a 4-year-old and 2-year-old for over two years along with a family of a 3-year-old with special needs and a 1-year-old. I have been a preschool teacher for about a year now as well. I love kids and enjoy taking care of them. I have a dependable vehicle and am willing to run errands, drive kids to school, etc....
Jessica can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ozana M.


Caldwell, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently working as a pediatric chairside dental assistant. We specialize in children and young adults with special needs. I also have experience in the classroom working with 20 pre schoolers as a teaching assistant. I had been nannying various age groups from 2-11 for many years prior to that. Teaching children is my...
Ozana can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

I love helping all types of people and it would be a pleasure to assist whoever is in need . It brings me joy to make an impact on others lives
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Deborah S.


Newark, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part/Full Time Caregiver

I was taught at a very early age to care for my special needs brother who is 2 years younger than myself. He was born with mild retardation. As a teenager, I remember assisting my mother with taking him to doctor's, visits, laundry, preparation of meals, administering medications, and assisting in extracurricular activities. Our...
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Demia W.


Rahway, NJ

$20-28/hr5 yrs exp

Hi ! My name is De'mia , I am a 2nd year psychology major attending Rowan uni. I have been caring for children for 5 1/2 years now & extremely experienced ( all ages ) & willing to help out with any needs they may have ! I love working with children & watching their little mind expand & develop through the years of care. I also...
Demia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Felisa H.


Irvington, NJ

$19-30/hr5 yrs exp

CHHA/PCA/Nannie

Good day sir and madam I am 28-year-old Felisa S Hussey I have been PCA in New York for 4 year in. I resent move in to jersey when I still continue my career as a CHHA. AS a CHHA I take care of personal who are in need with ADL , housekeeping, cleaning, cooking, feeding, laundry and etc. I take care of children in babysitting...
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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: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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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Alyssa B.


Irvington, NJ

$19-24/hr2 yrs exp

My name is Alyssa and I am currently majoring in education at Kean university. I have worked with several autistic children and young adults. I have experience with autistic multiples, feeding, dressing, showing the world through walks and nature. I am patient, kind, and responsible. References will given upon request.
Hi, I'm aware I am young but during my years I have experience teaching preschoolers and taking child study courses. I also babysat kids around my community. I have experience working with individuals with specials needs as a residential counselor and Direct support Professional. I worked with the youth and elderly, helping them...
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Sharifa F.


Elizabeth, NJ

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced With Autism And Mentally Delayed

I have worked with kids that were on the spectrum and also children that need help throughout the day.
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Laura F.


Roseland, NJ

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a stay at home mom for the past 17 years. Before becoming a mom I was a nanny for 8 years. I have years of experience with children of all ages and truly enjoy caring for kids! I have numerous years caring for children with autism & other special needs. Fully vaccinated
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ada C.


East Hanover, NJ

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have more than six years of experience in babysitting. I also have experience with kids and young adults with specials needs. I am currently working towards my master's degree in social work. I currently work for early head start as an educational home visitor. Planning, teaching, and implementing a curriculum and providing...
Ada can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Julie A.


Union, NJ

$20-26/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Bubbly Creative Sitter!

Hello everyone!! To tell you a little about myself, my name is Julie, I'm 24 years young, and I have a passion for helping children develop and giving families assistance in being a nanny! I have 7 years of experience, I started babysitting in high school. I also grew up helping my mother with my siblings, I am one of 8. I can...
Julie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Blanca V.


Cedar Knolls, NJ

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Available Care Giver For Elderly And Special Needs Children

I have worked for Bayada nurses, also for loving care which are facilities that provide care for elderly, special needs, and hospice patients.
Blanca can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, meal prep, transportation, personal care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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