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Special needs caregivers in Teaneck, NJ

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Monique B.


Mount Vernon, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

4.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, Just a little about myself! I have been working with students with autism for over 15 years. My life is dedicated to those who need just a little assistance in life. I will provide a loving and fun environment for any child or young adult , with special needs, that is in my care. I am very reliable and easy going, I love...
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Katherine M.


Astoria, NY

$30-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

Post Grad Looking For Work Outside Her 9-5

My name is Katie, I graduated with my bachelors in 2021, and currently work a 9-5. I used to be a live-in and live-out nanny and occasional babysitter throughout high school and college. A lot of people would describe me as caring, hard working, a problem solver and emotionally intelligent. Most importantly, I want to be a role...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katie is my son's girlfriend and we know her very well. We adore her. She is responsible, trustworthy, honest, and lots of fun! I can't say enough good things about her. "

Debbie S.

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Tatyana J.


Bronx, NY

$20-36/hr • 14 yrs exp

I Love Kids

My name is Tatyana, and I'd like to introduce myself. I'm 25 years old and live in the Bronx ny, I began my career as a nanny/babysitter at the age of 14, caring for local families and when I got of age I began to work for other families working with children something I've always dreamt of doing; I adore children and seeing and...
Tatyana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tatyana cared for my kids for 3 plus years very understanding very punctual very engaging my kids love her so much I wish I didn't relocate I would rehire her so work for me my kids loved her from the first time she started even still so now"

Barbara G.

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Perla E.


Astoria, NY

$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Billingual, Musical And Fun Loving Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Perla. I'm a Computer Science college student with 8+ years of experience in child care and Math tutoring. I'm an English and Spanish native speaker. I'm very active. I love bike riding, playing soccer, playing guitar and ukulele. Also, I'm experienced with kids from ages 1 to 13 and kids with special needs.
Perla can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Perla is responsible, loving and the kids adore her. She worked for our family for over a year and was energetic, thoughtful and hardworking. She made sure the kids had fun by arranging activities and play dates. She cooked, kept the house tidy, packed lunches,...

Crystal S.

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Digna U.


Paterson, NJ

$35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have almost 7 seven year experience I used to working in a lot different kind a cases of senior needed, mobility, bed bath, shower, feeding, eye everything about cares and Also I'm doing child with special needs. I used to work in different kind of cases. I have experience in dementia Alzheimer's. I'm a certificate CHHA. now...
5.0
"Digna is very patient and understanding with older people. She is good with medication management for diabetes & COPD. And gets them moving to get exercise. Very thankful we have her."

Anne H.

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Midori K.


Bronx, NY

$27/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Midori. I have over 7 years of childcare/nannying experience and experience working with special needs children. I am fluent in English and Japanese, and I am able to cook and some light cleaning around the house. Some previous experience that I have is an instructor for elementary age school students at an after...
Midori can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Midori was a great help to my husband and kids, she is always willing to give a helping hand and the kids love her. I hope she gets along with your family as well as ours."

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Sandra B.


Garfield, NJ

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Sandra. I have the certification on Home Health Aide. I have Adult CPR and First Aide. Many years ago I worked in Florida with young people with different special needs, as well as with the elderly with different medical conditions. Due to circumstances beyond my control, I had to move to New Jersey where I...
Sandra can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"It was the luckiest day of all our lives when Sandra B. came into it to take care of my sister twice a week. She is a blessing in so many ways. She can do anything. She cleans, she cooks, shops, helps with the laundry, takes her to the doctor and sees that she can...

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Victoria K.


Elmwood Park, NJ

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was trained to be an ABA therapist to children with autism. I'm familiar with ASL. I'm comfortable using communication devices. I've worked with children for over 20 years now. Helping parents navigate this thing called parenthood brings me great joy!
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Lisa R.


Harrington Park, NJ

$19-40/hr • 1 yrs exp

I am a school counselor and mom of three children. I am looking for a summer job and option to continue working and helping others throughout the school year. When I was in graduate school I worked in a group home with men that had special needs. I helped clean, cook, bath and keep the men active and healthy. I also took care of...
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Lisa is an amazing person! I wish Every one that applies with Care.Com was like her! She is the best ever! I have never Have had such a wonderful Amazing caring uplifting positive person To help me!!! I never felt as comfortable and safe with any anyone else...

Diane O.

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Brian C.


Yonkers, NY

$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Male Caregiver

Hi, I'm a passionate child caregiver with a heart for making a positive impact in the lives of children. For the past two years, I've been dedicated to taking care of children with special needs, gaining invaluable experience in providing tailored support and fostering an inclusive environment. With a background as a summer...
5.0
"Brian is caring, thoughtful, and kind. He has cared for and tutored my son who is developmentally disabled for a few years now. He does everything from shooting baskets, to speaking about his day and how he’s feeling, working on his homework with him, and much...

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Cheyenne W.


Bronx, NY

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Full Time/Live-In Caregiver That You've Been Searching For!!!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I come from a family of Caregivers and Nurses. Caring for people is a natural ability of mines. From a young age I have been nurturing those in need. When I was young my grandfather diabetes reached an all time high, his leg was amputated. It was so important to us to visit him every weekend. When doing so, my mother really...
Cheyenne can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Cheyenne is the epitome of professionalism and was a joy for everyone."

Andre G.

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Meriah J.


Rutherford, NJ

$25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Professional Hands On Help

Hey guys, my name is meriah. I am a Very Fun, outgoing, energetic person. I spend lots of time around all ages, I am also very big on outdoor nature/adventure. Experience with light house cleaning, Clean driving Record, Available for background check, I am a Volunteer firefighter I am CPR and first aid certified, Lots of...
5.0
"Meriah was excellent with my mother, her patience was limitless, and very dedicated to daily chores In addition to keeping her engaged in small activities and conversation. I would recommend Meriah anytime"

Conny H.

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Jeadd A.


New York, NY

$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Funny Sitter, Honest Kind And Loyal

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.

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Tiffany E.


Westwood, NJ

$25-38/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Tiffany! I'm 29 years old from Westwood, New Jersey. My childcare experience began with mommy-helping at age 12 then independently babysitting at age 17. I have traveled the tri-state area and worked with children all ages from infancy to teenagers. I have also worked with individuals who had varying specials needs. I...
Tiffany can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We're so lucky to have found Tiffany, she is a patient, kind caregiver and our kids just adore her. She's easy going and calming while also following through with any rules we set. She's also professional and on top of everything which is refreshing. I'd recommend...

David G.

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Rubi R.


Bronx, NY

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Rubi R. From Bronx, NY

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Rubi! I was a college student majoring in Early Childhood Education before the pandemic and was in search of finding a position in my desired field to pay for my tuition. Since then, I've realized that I have more of a passion to help bring up the next generation with a different approach- something more personal....
Rubi can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Rubi is a great care taker. Amazing! My little sister and niece loved her. She was cheerful, energetic and full of spirit. Her love and admiration for children was appealing. She was very responsible and handled all tasks we agreed we upon. Rubi was punctual,...

Christopher D.

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Cameron T.


New York, NY

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Creative Teacher & Sitter

Hi there! My name is Cameron, and I have over 11 years of experience in babysitting. I am based in the UES and looking for a part time gig. I have worked as a teacher for 3+ years, having earned my Masters in Teaching for Social Studies Education Grades 7-12. Prior to my work in the high school setting, I was an assistant...
Cameron can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cameron took care of my 9 year old with so much patience and care. My daughter is quite shy and takes a while to warm up to new people. Cameron came in with such positive energy and warmth - the two are inseparable now & my sweet M is always asking for Cameron to...

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Iyanna B.


New York, NY

$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving, Gentle , And Caring !

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a fun, loving, and compassionate individual with over 10 years of experience with geriatrics, mental health disorders , and behavioral issues including developmental disabilities. I have worked within a rehabilitative standpoint and as a care aide with taking care of the individual in all aspects as in bathing , feeding,...
5.0
"I am a young black trans man and I hired Iyanna to help me as I was healing from a double mastectomy. She is LGBTQ friendly and always used the correct pronouns. Also, she helped me through the healing process with everything from cleaning, washing, cooking to...

Tat B.

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Anita D.


Bronx, NY

$20/hr • 10 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

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Anna Gabriella D.


Clifton, NJ

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Lots Of Laughs With Anna Banana!

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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, 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.

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Stephanie S.


Little Ferry, NJ

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental health Counseling. I have been working with children with special needs for over 15 years in various settings. I have worked in a summer camp, day care and as an at home therapist. I feel that working with children is essential because those are the most critical years for progress and...
5.0
"Stephanie goes above and beyond her job. Whichever it may be. She gives 110% at everything she puts her mind to. Works really well with others and liked by everyone. Always goes that extra mile to make sure everyone around her is happy and satisfied."

Robert D.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Teaneck, NJ

Katherine M.

5.0

Katherine M. took great care of our two children for nearly two years. She was always a good example of kindness and respect for others with her mild-mannered ways. Katherine helped with homework, meals/snacks, shuttled them to parks, aquarium, ice cream parlor etc., and was someone we could...

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Tatyana J.

5.0

Hired her for temporary employment to care for my child & cater to her. She was very punctual , organized & had very good communication skills.

- Dailenyyy S.

Perla E.

5.0

Perla is responsible, loving and the kids adore her. She worked for our family for over a year and was energetic, thoughtful and hardworking. She made sure the kids had fun by arranging activities and play dates. She cooked, kept the house tidy, packed lunches, helped with homework etc etc. She is...

- Crystal S.

Digna U.

4.0

Digna is always on time and even better, always early. She's honest and I trusted her from the start. She's a good driver, and when she takes you out, she makes sure you're safe. She's attentive, caring and I appreciated the help in the mornings. She loves what she does!

- Brian J.

Midori K.

5.0

Midori was a great help to my husband and kids, she is always willing to give a helping hand and the kids love her. I hope she gets along with your family as well as ours.

- Care member

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