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Ashley A.


Goshen, NY

$21-30/hr9 yrs exp

4.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Ashley and I am 27 years old. I have interned at an elementary school teaching kindergarten, 2nd grade and 4th grade. I am also certified to teach English as a second language. I work in regular classrooms as well as special education classrooms. I have also tutored 7th grade math and English, 11th grade...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Ashley was very caring and nurturing for my daughter who was just 4 months old when she started with us. My daughter became very fond of Ashley over the 2 years she was with us. Ashley is always very enthusiastic and I loved that she was very creative. I would...

Jennifer F.

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Jacqueline W.


Milford, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

My name is Jacqueline. I am a mom and I am a natural caregiver. I have over 20 years in child care experience. I have worked in a daycare facility and I was employed as a nanny as well for several years. Duties include child care, pet care, housekeeping and providing meals. I have worked as a PCA/Med tech for the elderly. Duties...
Jacqueline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jackie is an exceptional caregiver. She is wonderful with children, seniors and special needs people. I give her my highest recommendation without reservation, and I have recommended her to several grateful people. Anyone would be truly fortunate to have her. "

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Jessica H.


Milford, PA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Jessica

I am a mother of 3 grown children. I am honest and caring. I give great attention to detail. I have approximately 15 yrs of experience. I had my own business for many years when my children were in school. I started my business when I realized how much I love to help people bring a sense of peace and calm in their home....
Jessica can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, respite care, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"Jessica is great with my mom. We’ve tried other caregivers and she told me not to have them back! Jessica is patient, gives mom her space if she needs it and the best part - mom likes her!! Yay! Thank goodness for Jessica!"

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Jacqueline W.


Milford, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

PCA

My name is Jackie. I have worked in an assisted living home as a PCA and med aid caring for the elderly with dementia and disabilities. I have a certificate of Completion in Medication Administration Course, Certificate of Completion in Topical Medication Training Course, Certificate of Completion in Diabetes Training Program...
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Melody M.


Oak Ridge, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Extensive Experience With Seniors And Adult Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified home health aid, certified EMT, have DDD training, nursing school graduate I can identify medical emergencies and act accordingly I have provided nutritional care, encourage and assist with activities of daily living, assist with AM & PM care, medication administration, ambulation, exercises, bath rooming,...
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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Nelene V.


Chester, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have a passion for caring for others. I started when I was younger working in a childcare center, babysitting and then into the medical field. I have 10 years experience working with children and 7 years of medical experience including adults, geriatrics and have helped with varies forms of needs.
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Kristina C.


Newton, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider Available

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have enjoyed working with children since I was 12 years old. I worked in child care centers and with private families through the years. I studied Early Childhood Education at Montclair for two years, but just finished my associates degree in Dec of '22. I did not study special education, but I have many years of personal...
Kristina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I spoke with Kristina on 2 separate occasions regarding my families needs. Unfortunately, I did not follow up in a reasonable amount of time and lost the opportunity to have her care for my children. When I spoke with her 2 months later, she tried every possible...

Susan C.

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Kristi C.


Newton, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Active And Fun Sitter

I have 20+ years of experience including CPR and first aid training as a previous medical professional. I have experience with infants all the way up to preteen. Babies are held often, needs attended quickly and age appropriate sensory play provided to give them an enriched and engaging environment. As they grow (or older...
Kristi can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kristi is very competent and great with kids of all ages. She's kind and caring."

April L.

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Sarah O.


Warwick, NY

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hi! My Name is Sarah and I am 27 years old. I was born and raised in the town if Warwick, with a big family! I have worked at the BOCES school for kids with special needs over in Goshen and have taught at a daycare before, so safe to say kids are kind of my thing, I love working with them! I have lots experience working with all...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

With six years of dedicated experience working with children of all ages, I am deeply passionate about helping others and creating positive, nurturing environments. For five years, I worked in an elementary school setting, gaining valuable experience supporting diverse students, including those with special needs. My approach...
Hello! My name is Cyndri, I am bilingual and pet friendly! I worked in a daycare for about 4 years . I also have experience as a babysitter for 7 years. Some experience taking care of children with special needs. Currently I am available from Monday -Friday after 5 p.m. and weekends. . I can provide reference if needed, please...
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Tandra P.


Otisville, NY

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Dream Sitter

I am a energetic 24 Years old, who recently graduated with a Masters in Leadership in education, while taking extra courses to familiarize myself more with ASD. As of currently I am a Behavioral Technician and have been doing this for over a year now. At the clinic I work with I have worked with clients ff the young age of...
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Holly R.


Florida, NY

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I am a Licensed Practical Nurse looking to transition out of the hospital clinical setting into a more home based practice. I would love to talk more about how I could be of service to you.
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Deborah C.


Oak Ridge, NJ

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I bring 10+ yrs. experience of care taking skills such as Senior Dementia/Alzheimer's, Special Needs, Cognitive Issues, Socialization Needs. Sincerity, Reliability, Loving Care, Consideration, Respect, Understanding and Compassion and Peace of Mind. Aiming to sharing with each client how important it is to enjoy each day to its...
Deborah can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship
Skills:

CPR

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Firyal K.


Chester, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Very patient with kids of all ages. Have 2 years experience with special needs children. I enjoy what I do. Always happy to help. I am CPR certified I know first aid safety.
Firyal can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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...
Hi! My name is Lauren. I graduated from SUNY Geneseo with my bachelors degree in mathematics. I'm currently in a Public Health Epidemiology masters program online through Drexel University. I just stopped working (after 5 years) as a clinical assistant to an orthodontist. A majority of my patients were children under the age of...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
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Tiffaney G.


Middletown, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Trade Of All Trades!

I'm a certified nursing assistant. I have over 10yrs experience in home care caring for the elderly and special needs adults and children. I also have experience with house keeping. I'm able to run errands, meal prep, etc.
Tiffaney can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

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Pheobe B.


Goshen, NY

$24-25/hr2 yrs exp

I enjoy working with children and watching the grow and learn. I have several years of experience nannying. I have worked with special needs children. I have also worked as an English teacher for children ages 3-6.
Pheobe can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sussex, NJ

Ashley A.

4.0

Ashley was very caring and nurturing for my daughter who was just 4 months old when she started with us. My daughter became very fond of Ashley over the 2 years she was with us. Ashley is always very enthusiastic and I loved that she was very creative. I would definitely recommend Ashley!

- Jennifer F.

Jacqueline W.

5.0

Jackie is a wonderful, caring person who gives 1000 percent every day. She is a great companion and caregiver and extre attentive to my daughter’s needs. A true Angel.

- Care member

Jessica H.

5.0

Jessica is great with my mom. We’ve tried other caregivers and she told me not to have them back! Jessica is patient, gives mom her space if she needs it and the best part - mom likes her!! Yay! Thank goodness for Jessica!

- Care member

Kristina C.

5.0

Kristina was wonderful with our little Z (12 month old). Z, being a mama's girl, tended to be quite fussy and irritable without me, but Kristina displayed incredible patience. She engaged Z with playtime, read to her, and took her out for walks. She was always punctual and communicative, and...

- Care member

Kristi C.

5.0

Kristi is very competent and great with kids of all ages. She's kind and caring.

- April L.

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