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Opal M.


Totowa, NJ

$25-50/hr7 yrs exp

NJ Licensed Registered Nurse

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Loving, patient, caring, compassionate Registered Nurse with many years experience caring for patients across the life span with varied medical diagnoses & conditions. I take pride in providing the highest quality care.
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Sandra B.


Garfield, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

5.0

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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: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, 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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Sarah D.


Garfield, NJ

$28-46/hr5 yrs exp

Best Nanny From The East Coast!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Sarah and I'm 22. I'm in my second year of nursing school. I have worked as a full time nanny for the last 5 years. I am CPR/first aid certified, water safety certified and I have over 100+ volunteer hours in K-3 classrooms. I am passionate about working with kids and helping them effectively reach their milestones. I...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Sarah was amazing and helped me tremendously with my newborn. She was compassionate, attentive, and overall the perfect nanny. "

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Meriah J.


Rutherford, NJ

$25/hr2 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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Digna U.


Paterson, NJ

$35/hr5 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...
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...

Brian J.

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Joanna F.


Montclair, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

PT CARETAKER/ASSISTANT AVAILABLE Mature, Reliable & Experienced From Infants Thru Teens

Joanna, mother of two grown kids, looking for a caretaking or errands position. I am 59, high energy, committed, hard-working and flexible with my schedule. I love babies, children of all ages and eager to take responsibility for yours and devote loads of attention and energy! I can attend to a strict schedule, maintain safety...
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Michele S.


Clifton, NJ

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Happy, Fun, And Nurturing Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with little ones for over 14 years. My love for kids is something that always provided me with amazing experiences. I truly enjoy playing, organizing crafts and activities or simple going for a walk. I was able to experience child development at every level. And I must say I enjoy all of it. I have...
Michele can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Michele is attentive and compassionate but maintains structure to keep kids on track. Very accommodating with my unpredictable work schedule. Exceptional patience with my ADHD son. Kids had a blast with her! We miss her very much:) "

Rachelle W.

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Warren N.


East Orange, NJ

$17-50/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, 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 do daily tasks and giving medication. I also have experience working as an event coordinator and office assistant so I'm great at multitasking. My...
Warren can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again."

James T.

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Victoria P.


Verona, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated Childcare Professional

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I'm Victoria, a passionate and dedicated childcare professional with 14 years of experience nurturing and caring for children of all ages. I started my journey as a mother's helper at 12 years old and have since honed my skills in caring for multiple children, including those with special needs. What sets me apart is my...
Victoria can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I highly recommend Victoria as a top-notch babysitter. She is incredibly flexible with her schedule and always goes above and beyond to accommodate our needs. Her communication skills are superb, and she always keeps me informed of any changes or updates. What I...

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Emily C.


Montclair, NJ

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

About Emily

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Emily and I love working with kids! I studied child advocacy and policy at MSU as well as social work (I've not yet finished my degree but plan to part time at some point in the future). I've worked as a mother's helper, a regular after school nanny, and camp counselor. I have experience working with infants, kids...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She was wonderful with my daughter .. she read her books, played with her, made sure she was comfortable. Definitely would like to work with her in future."

Manasi C.

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Rosetta T.


Waldwick, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Sweet Caring Girl Looking To Join A Nice Family To Be An Extension Of Them To Care For Loved Ones

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, hard working, trustworthy. I'm looking for a position where I can become part of your family that's long term. Communication is important to me. I'm fun, energetic, responsible, and patient. I am CPR/First Aid Certified in infants/children and Adults and have obtained a Child Day...
Rosetta can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rosetta is extremely easy to deal with. She is great at following instructions and communicates thoroughly and efficiently. She plays well with the kids, bringing them outside whenever possible, and does well disciplining the kids when necessary, keeping them well...

Phil S.

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Nashaly M.


Parsippany, NJ

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Behavioral Therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology and interested in babysitting/nannying part time. I love working with kids and have worked at a daycare for almost 2 years and another for about a year now. My mother is also a teacher who has taught me a lot on how to care for a child. I have a 3-year-old brother who...
Nashaly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time ."

Hitesh M.

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Adriana M.


North Arlington, NJ

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

HI , my name is Adriana. I'm 56 years old . I have my certificate for Homemaker , CNA . In the last 4 years, I have taken care of eldery with special needs. I love taking care of seniors and providing all needs for families . I also clean and can prepare meals . I am CPR trained. I have my own car, reliable for doctors...
Adriana can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to day activities and although difficult with advanced dementia she makes sure she is clean, fed and her house is...

Nancy B.

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Lucia R.


Clifton, NJ

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified SPED Teacher

I have been babysitting children for over 15 years. I have babysat for all ages including multiple children at the same time for families. Previously, I worked taking care of adults with special needs and children with special needs. I used to work at an adult daycare and worked as a camp counselor for 4 summers. Previously, I...
Lucia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

4.0
"I interviewed Lucia and found her to be very professional. She had a well prepared resume listing her excellent experiences. Unfortunately her school schedule did not coincide with our childcare needs."

Emily A.

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Nichakorn F.


Parsippany, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Your Child Is My Child

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, How are you? My name is Nicha from Thailand, I live in Parsippany. I'm a stay at home mom who is looking for a part time babysit job during weekdays as my 14years old son goes to school. My special needs son is a gifted&honor student at school. He is a pianist who performed at Canergie Hall at age 6, and also the...
Nichakorn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She's awesome with babies! Love her. Would have kept her longer if wouldn't have to leave Jersey. I will definitely recommend her. She's great and was a pleasure to work with! "

Nandini S.

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Nicole C.


Paterson, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Experienced & CPR Certified Summer Nanny & Occasional Sitter!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a school-based pediatric Speech Therapist looking for local jobs for my summer "off"! I have been sitting/nannying formally since 2015. I am CPR certified, have experience with up to 3 kids at a time. Im a mom of a 2. 5-year-old and am versed in respectful parenting techniques. I enjoy crafts and games with kids, as well as...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I'd enthusiastically recommend Nicole to anyone looking for a trustworthy, responsible and caring childcare provider. Nicole cared for my two children (2yo and 5 yo) over the summer months. I am grateful that I could completely trust her to follow the guidelines I...

Nicole L.

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Tara P.


Caldwell, NJ

$20-22/hr3 yrs exp

Super Fun Sitter Ready To Make Your Day!

I have 3+ years of child care experience. I am totally willing to help with errands and light housework. I have special needs care experience, including being a teacher's aide in a special needs classroom. Excited to hear from you! :)
Tara can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!"

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Robyne M.


Paramus, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Or Eldercare On Call

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She’s very sweet. My boys enjoyed playing w her. "

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Sandra B.


Garfield, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Services

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Sandra. I have a certification in Home Health Aide, I am also child CPR and First Aid certified. I have worked with a family in Passaic, NJ for a year and six months as a teacher of two children. My childcare experience is more extensive than that, In the past few years I have worked in two different day cares:...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sandra takes her role as caretaker seriously. She is responsible and nurturing. She has cared for my 6 month old for two month and has become part of the family. She helps me keep his routine. I work from home and struggle keeping his meals prepared; fortunately,...

Charlotte C.

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Andrea F.


Lyndhurst, NJ

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Andrea. I live in in Lyndhurst, I am Brazilian. I have experience and excellent references. I have experience with special needs, housekeeping and hospice. I am fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. I really love working with people, and I know it's a gift from God.
Andrea can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, hospice services, dementia, respite care, home modification & more
5.0
"I was so fortunate to find Andrea to care for my ailing mother. She is a beautiful, caring, compassionate woman who cared for my mother like she was her own family. My mother had the best care and comfort during her final days on this earth. I highly recommend...

Amy E.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Totowa, NJ

Sandra B.

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 bath properly. I recommend her...

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Sarah D.

5.0

Sarah has been my go-to gal for about two years now. I was first recommended her as a nanny when I had my daughter in 2020. Obviously, the pandemic was going on, but I desperately needed help as a first-time mom. My friend had used Sarah in the past and told me to just "give it a shot." Wow. I fell...

- Jenna L.

Meriah J.

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.

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.

Michele S.

5.0

Michelle has been absolutely amazing with our 3 boys. She's reliable, creative, caring, knows how to discipline when needed and my boys love her cooking. They really enjoy her company! I would definitely recommend her to any family.

- Priscila V.

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