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Karen F.
Franklin, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am 57 years old I have volunteered working with special needs children , helping elderly men and women and families with children of all ages , I consider myself kind patient respectful and extremely reliable, I love pets I enjoy playing and having conversations with kids it's a joy and fun to be around them I have work...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
Hello, My name is Stephanie,
I have over 10 years experience caring for infants, toddlers and children of all ages and special needs in private homes as well as a Preschool teacher. I am active, imaginative, patient and love to teach and play. Comfortable with preparing meals, light housekeeping and animals. I am FA/CPR...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Nichole A.
West Milford, NJ
$18-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've had some experience with special needs. I had 2 clients with autism and a client with Rett Syndrome.
I'm a very caring person and will take great care of your loved one. References available upon request.
Rebecca L.
Warwick, NY
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Nurturing, Organized, Punctual, Flexible, Mary Poppins
I began providing childcare in high school and come with 18 years of experience.. I have worked in day care centers, owned a home day care and ran nursery programs. I come with meal and lesson planning experience as well as special needs and multiples experience. I took an break to raise my children whom are now grown and now...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Crystal K.
Westtown, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With over 15 years of experience in childcare, I offer nurturing, intuitive care that supports the unique spirit of every child, from newborns to teenagers. As a mother and CPR-certified, I am deeply attuned to the emotional and physical needs of children, creating a safe and loving space where they can truly flourish. I have...
Crystal can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.8
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified home health aid, certified EMT DDD trained and a nursing school graduate. I have been a HHA for over 10 yrs. I enjoy helping people maintain there independence.
My skills are extensive and adaptable to the individuals needs.
Melody can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Melody cared for my father with Parkinson's on several occasions. She is very friendly, caring and attentive and has a great rapport with my Dad - she is also detail oriented and very thorough with his care. I would unhesitatingly hire Melody again - and...
Lori L.
Rachael W.
Southfields, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Looking For A Live In Position For As Many Days As Possible
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm a CNA and HHA. Also obtained my AS and half way through my BA in human services/psychology. For most cases, I'm overqualified, but I love what I do so much so I stay in this field. I stand for integrity in every single thing I do. I am honest and hard working with a good sense of humor and always with a smile on my...
Rachael can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
"Rachael is a caring loving person and has become part of our family! She always treated my husband with such great respect and dignity. She is very professional but always attended to both of our needs.I trusted her with the total care of my husband and was with us...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have been babysitting and nannying for the past 12 years. I started working with four foster children in 2011. I was responsible for their meals, nap-time, and taking the children to and from activities/appointments. I have worked with children with special needs.
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I could rely on MacKenzie to take care of our 4 children without worrying. I knew she would handle any situation that came up sensibly. She's like one of the family."
Sandra C.
Lisa E.
Sparta, NJ
$21-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Available On A Part-time Basis - I Work As An Educator Until 2:30 Each Day.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am the mother of two adult children. I have over 30 years of experience in the field of education - from preschool through high school. I have a NJ K - 6 Teacher Certification. I, also, have a Professional Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from Cal State U., Long Beach. I taught for many years in California. I have...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lisa was great with our son, pitched in on short notice and was a loving, kind caretaker with a genuine interest in children. She even offered advice to me as a first time mom. Highly recommend! "
Lorraine S.
Lauren C.
Ringwood, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver - Speech Therapist And Certified Teacher!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a licensed and certified speech therapist specializing in early language development and currently working with children ages 2-7. I earned my masters degree in speech-language pathology from NYU and have a BS in psychology/sociology from Fordham University. I have experience babysitting/nannying children ages newborn-14...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Since starting with us over a year ago, Lauren has become a member of our family. She is incredibly reliable, nurturing, punctual, and loving towards our children and always keeps their best interest in the forefront of all she does. We are truly blessed to have...
Keli J.
Ashley A.
Goshen, NY
$21-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.
Kelly D.
Riverdale, NJ
$38/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving And Energetic Nanny With Over 15 Years Of Experience Looking For Occasional/ Full /part Time
5.0
(1)
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, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
Samantha C.
Bloomingdale, NJ
$23-27/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi there! I'm Sam. I'm a 22-year-old former EMT and current 9-1-1 dispatcher trying to get back into childcare because I feel like this is where I belong! I have 7 years of experience with children of all ages. Additionally, I have extensive experience with special needs children as I have grown up in an autism household. I am...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"The best babysitter out there. She is so great with kids! She’s amazing with special needs care. I highly recommend her!! "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting most of my life and have been a nanny for the last 15 years. I have lots of experience with babies and toddlers. I've also been a tutor for special needs teens. Plus I worked in the child care room at the YMCA watching babies & kids up age 12 while their parents work out for 12 years until the pandemic....
Colleen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Colleen has been a very loving and nurturing caregiver for our three young boys. She makes sure that they are stimulated and have fun every day - she reads them lots of books, plays fun games, and takes them on creative "adventures". One of our children has...
Tim L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have been a nanny for 8 years with one of those years formerly being a Jr. Assistant for an after care program at an elementary School. I'm available to provide great references and I am vaccinated. I have experience with children in ages ranging from infant to preteens. I am...
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Briana was wonderful with my children and very attentive. Her interaction with them was great and they gravitated to her bubbling personality immediately. Highly recommend her for children of all ages!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
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.
Genevieve P.
Hopatcong, NJ
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Professional Experience With Children With Behavioral Disorders
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have my bachelors degree in psychology and I have over one year experience working. During the time that I was working in behavioral therapy, I had clients with a variety of behavioral disorders and mental deficiencies. I have experience working with: ADD, ADHD, ODD, APD, autism, down syndrome, mentally challenged,...
5.0
(1)
Hi families !! My name is Gillian and I would love to work with your children. I have 8 years of experience babysitting and am currently in college to become a teacher. I have done two 600 hour student teaching experiences at East Longmeadow middle school and Longmeadow middle school. Throughout my high school years I worked at...
Gillian can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Gillian has been babysitting in the neighborhood for years. I have been her supervisor for the last 3 years that she worked as a lifeguard at our HOA lake. She is certified in first aid and CPR. What makes Gillian a stand out is the connections she makes with the...
Mary M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Former CHHA nurse certified. CPR and First aide certified. Love all activities indoor and outdoor. Can help with child development milestones and achievements as well as tutoring and teaching. Extremely organized and have a flexible schedule. Trained with children of all ages from newborn/infant-teens. Have former in home...
Chantel can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chantel was very professional and attentive to my sons needs and care. She communicated effectively and made sure to follow my sons schedule. Thanks for caring for our son."
Cyndi A.
Cassie W.
Middletown, NY
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I believe a babysitter plays a important role in a child's life. Therefore, I treat all children the way I would if they were my own. I have experience working with multiple children at once as well as special needs. I currently work at a daycare mainly with infants and toddlers. While babysitting I am focused on the child and I...
Cassie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cassie is great with children of all ages! She is very passionate & caring. She's very reliable as well! She works very hard and will work extra time if needed. She will always do her best at whatever task is given to her. Hiring her won't be something you regret."
Erica A.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Vernon, NJ
Melody M.
5.0
Melody cared for my elderly disabled mother on short notice. She was absolutely amazing, very understanding of my mother and kept diligent contact with me every step of the way. I would hire her again in an instant!!
- Gina M.
Rachael W.
5.0
Rachael is a caring loving person and has become part of our family! She always treated my husband with such great respect and dignity. She is very professional but always attended to both of our needs.I trusted her with the total care of my husband and was with us for over two years until...
- Care member
Mackenzie M.
5.0
I could rely on MacKenzie to take care of our 4 children without worrying. I knew she would handle any situation that came up sensibly. She's like one of the family.
- Sandra C.
Lisa E.
5.0
Lisa made our summer a pleasure by taking care of our 6 mos. old and 2 1/2 year old. They both connected with her right away and she engaged them all day. They were so comfortable with her.
- Brian F.
Lauren C.
5.0
Since starting with us over a year ago, Lauren has become a member of our family. She is incredibly reliable, nurturing, punctual, and loving towards our children and always keeps their best interest in the forefront of all she does. We are truly blessed to have her in our lives!
- Keli J.
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