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Special needs caregivers in Totowa, NJ

Heather W.


Ridgewood, NJ

$22-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hello!

I have worked with children of all ages! I have also worked with special needs children and adults. I have over 15+ years experience in childcare.

Farisa K.


Bloomfield, NJ

$25-40/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter And Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As the oldest child, I grew up taking care of my 4 siblings. Coming from a large extended family, I also took care of my cousins. My love for children is what drove me to become a teacher. I love working with children of all ages. Not only can I provide a safe and fun time, I can also incorporate academics into the experience. I...
Farisa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"I highly recommend Farisa as a babysitter! She is absolutely amazing with children, and provided exceptional care for my kids. From the moment she arrived, I felt completely comfortable leaving my children in her care. Farisa was always punctual, professional,...

Michele C.

Olivia M.


Bloomfield, NJ

$22-23/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello My name is Olivia. 33-year-old new mom to a beautiful 1-year-old baby girl . Very reliable and willing to always help out where and when I can. Im available for transportation to and from school or after school activities. I have 4 years of experience with transport/ nanny services including working with a special needs...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Olivia is amazing, her energy and her aura was amazing to be around .definitely a keeper"

Former Member A.

Surayyah M.


Orange, NJ

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there . My name is Surayyah and I am a 2018 graduate of Bloomfield College. My major was Sociology/Criminal Justice. I have experience with all ages as well as the special needs population. I can provide great references, I have my own transportation, and I am also CPR certified. I have no problems running errands if...
Surayyah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Surayyah was a tremendous help to our family, always willing to pitch in wherever we needed - shuttling our 3 kids to after-school activities, walking the dog, helping with homework, making the kids' dinner and more. She is reliable, shows initiative and the kids...

Sarah K.

Janelle R.


South Hackensack, NJ

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hi there! I've been working as a nanny for 10+ years. I've worked with children of all ages from 3 weeks old, to 16 years old. I love to spend time with children. I read and do age-related activities. I can tutor as well, if necessary. Safety is is main priority, so that it is never a worry. I am CPR/AED certified as a...
5.0
"Janelle is so wonderful! She has been a date night, etc. sitter for my 2.5 year old son for the last 9 months or so. She's so great with him and really patient when he has a terrible twos meltdown. He's not a great eater and she is always trying new foods and ways...

Care member

Ana N.


Fair Lawn, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Ana. Cargiver

Hello! My name is Ana. I'm a caregiver with more than a 15 years of experience in geriatric and child care as well. As myself experience has grown, with a special needs daughter and my mom who is 97 years old, I have become an expert who can recognize when my patients require special atención with any rough times like it could...
Ana can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care, mobility assistance & more

Luciana Paula P.


River Edge, NJ

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Career Nanny Experienced Available For Week, Night And Weekend

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a creative, responsible, reliable, friendly, and fun nanny who has over 6 years of experience in child care as well as experience in recreation with kids and teens. I also have experience driving kids to school or other activities and a degree in early childhood education. I am still interested in continuing my studies with...
Luciana Paula can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Lulu is a wonderful caregiver and person. She has babysat my 3 year old daughter since she was 16 months old. She now also helps with drop offs and pick ups from daycare. She is very caring and kind, really stands out as someone with such a positive spirit, is very...

Care member

Alivia A.


Bloomfield, NJ

$18-22/hr6 yrs exp

Super Helper

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I experience babysitting, cooking, cleaning, driving various types of automobiles, working in schools and more. I enjoy all crafts and games, indoor and outdoor. I am working towards my Masters in Education for grades 7 to 12 in Special Needs. I like to be clean, have fun, and help out! I am also flexible with hours and pay. I...
Alivia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Alivia was awesome! She handled our crazy school pickup system beautifully and took care of my boys at our home after school until I arrived from work. We are looking forward to her coming back again soon!"

Care member

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I been in the field for 15 year u have the opportunity to meet all different people im kind I have a lot of compassion.
5.0
"Christina has been great taking care of my 3 year old."

Kiara G.

Valeria M.


Elmwood Park, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I hope you will consider me as your next babysitter. You will be choosing a fun, happy, energetic one when you pick me. I have worked with kids for the past 10 years. I have worked in sleepaway and day camps and children's parties. I currently work with children where the main goal of my job is to keep them safe and...
5.0
"Very kind, helpful, and timely "

Care member

Jessica H.


Haskell, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Energetic, Interactive, 9 Years Experience, Available Full Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 18 yrs experience as a nanny as well as experience with special needs children (autism and cerebral palsy specifically). I've worked for families with up to 5 children of all ages, aged infant to teenager. Comfortable with housework, laundry, meals, homework, overnights, pets etc. I adore children and am excellent...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Jess has been an amazing caregiver for our family with three children (1,6 +7). She is always on time, has been very flexible with our hectic schedules, easily handles drop-off/pick-ups, prepares lunches and meals, keeps the place extremely tidy and helps the...

Mary Ellen C.

Anna Gabriella D.


Clifton, NJ

$15-20/hr6 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: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
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.

Jubilee R.


Bloomfield, NJ

$21/hr2 yrs exp

Hi everyone! My name is Jubilee a rising senior at Rutgers University Newark. I have three years of experience taking care of my cousin. He is a high functioning high school boy on the Autism spectrum. In regards to asthma, allergies and other delays I deal with them on a daily basis. I am an energetic, kind, adaptable, always...
5.0
"Jubilee is a pleasure to work with. She's caring, personable, respectful and good with our 22 year old special needs son. He really enjoys spending time with her. She is also reliable and helpful. We appreciate having her help us with our son and also with some...

Debra M.

Kelly D.


Riverdale, NJ

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Energetic Nanny With Over 15 Years Of Experience Looking For Occasional/ Full /part Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Mom to a 13-year-old little boy who is my life and my step son who is also 13 . I have worked with children for over 20 years and have extensive references! I am energetic, outgoing and fun loving . I enjoy all activities , reading , swimming( I can also give swimming lessons as I was a coach), walks and much more! I will...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kelly was well liked by my children. She is very knowledgeable and did a wonderful job helping my girls with their homework!!! She's pleasant and witty! She is probably the best sitter I've hired ! "

George G.

I have been babysitting for the last 10 years for family friends with children from ages 1 month to 10 years old. For the last year, I have worked as a Teacher's Aide in a Special Needs Preschool classrooms.

Dorit B.


Fair Lawn, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have 20+ years of experience, 14 of them being with one family of 3 and another 6 years with two children (one with special needs). I am dedicated, caring, trustworthy, and excited to work with children. I have experience with newborn twins, teens, and children on the spectrum. I have many great references that would be...
Dorit can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Jaal T.


Haledon, NJ

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Babysitter

Hi! I have 6 years of experience babysitting all age groups, as well as special needs. I'm a full time registered nurse but want to work extra hours outside of the hospital. I can help with transportation, cooking, tutoring, and more! Feel free to inquire for any questions or concerns :)
Jaal can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Naudelys R.


Newark, NJ

$25-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Naudelys, I'm 31 Years Old. I'm A Cheerful, Responsible Woman, I Studied Law.

Adult Caregiver. I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver, with a passion for helping adults maintain their independence and quality of life. I like to provide personalized care and attentive to the individual needs of each person. _Services:_ Personal care: bath, dress, food Assistance with medications and...
Naudelys can also help with: Errands, transportation, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

Home Health Aide

Marcel O.


Lodi, NJ

$23-40/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare/special Needs Aid All Ages Including Elderly/babysitter

Hello my name is Marcel and I have helped many families with their loved ones. I been a teacher for all subjects/music teacher, and Special needs aid/ babysitter for more than 10 years. I have worked following: -ADHD/ADD -Autism -Cancer -MS/ ALS -Cerebral Palsy -Neurological disorders -Rare diseases...
Marcel can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I was a sewing school instructor for children ages 5-12 years old for 1 year, nanny experience for 2 years, and experience as a preschool teacher, gaining experience with ages 6 weeks old to 4 years old. I also have experience working with children of varying degrees of special needs.
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Totowa, NJ

Farisa K.

5.0

Farisa is hands down the best baby sitter we have ever worked with. My 18-month old daughter is extremely shy and was going through major separation feelings when we asked Farisa to help baby sit our daughter for two days. Farisa was able to use her care-taking skills to instantly win Araaya and...

- Care member

Olivia M.

5.0

Olivia is amazing, her energy and her aura was amazing to be around .definitely a keeper

- Former Member A.

Surayyah M.

5.0

Surayyah was a tremendous help to our family, always willing to pitch in wherever we needed - shuttling our 3 kids to after-school activities, walking the dog, helping with homework, making the kids' dinner and more. She is reliable, shows initiative and the kids love her.

- Sarah K.

Janelle R.

5.0

Janelle is so wonderful! She has been a date night, etc. sitter for my 2.5 year old son for the last 9 months or so. She's so great with him and really patient when he has a terrible twos meltdown. He's not a great eater and she is always trying new foods and ways to encourage him to eat. She's...

- Care member

Luciana Paula P.

5.0

Always present and engaged with my kids. They never want her to leave.

- Care member

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