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Karen F.


Franklin, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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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:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Stephanie P.


Sussex, NJ

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Active, Imaginative, Patient And Love To Teach And Play

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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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.
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Crystal K.


Westtown, NY

$20-25/hr10 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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Melody M.


Oak Ridge, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior And Adult Special Needs Care Giver

4.8

(5)

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 was very knowledgeable and caring. She took good care of our mom. "

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Rachael W.


Southfields, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Looking For A Live In Position For As Many Days As Possible

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: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Rachael has been with us for a few months now and we are super lucky to have found her. Rachael has shown to be reliable, Accommodating and very attentive. She is great with my mom. Rachael is caring, comforting and always happy and upbeat. Rachael is now part of...

Care member

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Mackenzie M.


Boonton, NJ

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have been babysitting and nannying for the past 14 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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Lisa E.


Sparta, NJ

$21-22/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Available On A Part-time Basis - I Work As An Educator Until 2:30 Each Day.

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:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Lauren C.


Ringwood, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver - Speech Therapist And Certified Teacher!

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: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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.

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Ashley A.


Goshen, NY

$21-30/hr9 yrs exp

4.0

(2)

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:

CPR

First Aid

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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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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.

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Samantha C.


Bloomingdale, NJ

$23-27/hr7 yrs exp

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!! "

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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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Colleen F.


Hopatcong, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For New Family

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Colleen has been a blessing to our family. She is always punctual, always upbeat and our little girl is always excited to see her! Colleen takes such good care of our toddler by playing with her, talking with her and always responding kindly to the needs of our...

Brianna F.

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Briana C.


Mount Arlington, NJ

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Long-term Nanny

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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Briana is a very sweet, reliable person. She will always be there when you need her and sometimes even on call. She pours her heart into the children and loves what she does! She will be the best nanny but also a friend to your child/children. You won't ever regret...

Carol S.

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Genevieve P.


Hopatcong, NJ

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Professional Experience With Children With Behavioral Disorders

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,...
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Gillian D.


Sloatsburg, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitting More Than Turing A Tv On

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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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.

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Chantel R.


Newton, NJ

$26-30/hr11 yrs exp

Part Time-Full Time Caregiver For All Ages

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, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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.

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Cassie W.


Middletown, NY

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

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
"Hired Cassie for a last minute trip where care was needed for our 11 month old including her bedtime routine. Cassie did wonderfully and gained our trust. Beautiful care, daughter slept the whole night :) Would definitely rehire!"

Natalie N.

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Jessica H.


Haskell, NJ

$17/hr10 yrs exp

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

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 19 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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jess worked for us during the summer through October until my schedule changed. My 2 yr old daughter absolutely loves her and we still use her whenever we need a sitter. She's very responsible, loving, and fun. She always handled meals, activities, pets and...

Robert B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Vernon, NJ

Melody M.

5.0

Melody was very knowledgeable and caring. She took good care of our mom.

- Care member

Rachael W.

5.0

Rachael has been with us for a few months now and we are super lucky to have found her. Rachael has shown to be reliable, Accommodating and very attentive. She is great with my mom. Rachael is caring, comforting and always happy and upbeat. Rachael is now part of the family.

- 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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