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Jessica H.


Haskell, NJ

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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

4.3

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

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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Elizabeth A.


Monroe, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced D.O.E. Certified Nanny Fulltime Only

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Para Professional since 2008 Department of Education district 75. Other Certifications include: CPR, First Aid, Defensive Driving, Infectious Disease, and Shaken Baby, Mandated Reporter, and Lock Down Safety. I have worked with students in school setting and Private in home care. I have assisted students...
5.0
"Elizabeth creates a special relationship with each child and is great with articulating their individual care and needs. She cares for them as if they were her own. Many of our parents tried to hire her as a nanny. She is able to manage and create a safe and...

Christina F.

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Kristina C.


Newton, NJ

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider Available

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have enjoyed working with children since I was 12 years old. I worked in child care centers and with private families through the years. I studied Early Childhood Education at Montclair for two years, but just finished my associates degree in Dec of '22. I did not study special education, but I have many years of personal...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I spoke with Kristina on 2 separate occasions regarding my families needs. Unfortunately, I did not follow up in a reasonable amount of time and lost the opportunity to have her care for my children. When I spoke with her 2 months later, she tried every possible...

Susan C.

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Heidi L.


Newton, NJ

$22-35/hr • 9 yrs exp

Nanny And Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as a Nanny and babysitter since 2004 to present. I take care from newborn and up, Attend to infants' basic needs by feeding them, dressing them, and changing their diapers. Drive them to school or activities, Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use both in learning...
Heidi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Heidi has worked with us for 9 months taking care of my 5 year old and 1 year old. She is wonderful with kids, very kind, loving and warmhearted. My children enjoyed her very much. Heidi was very organized and always kept the kid's things in order, laundry folded...

Jill N.

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Melody M.


Oak Ridge, NJ

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Extensive Experience With Seniors And Adult Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified home health aid, certified EMT, have DDD training, nursing school graduate I can identify medical emergencies and act accordingly I have provided nutritional care, encourage and assist with activities of daily living, assist with AM & PM care, medication administration, ambulation, exercises, bath rooming,...
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Kristi C.


Newton, NJ

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Active And Fun Sitter

I have 20+ years of experience including CPR and first aid training as a previous medical professional. I have experience with infants all the way up to preteen. Babies are held often, needs attended quickly and age appropriate sensory play provided to give them an enriched and engaging environment. As they grow (or older...
Kristi can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kristi is kind, patient and dependable. I would hire her anytime I am in need of a sitter."

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Heather C.


Newton, NJ

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Throughout my years I've worked with many people that have diverse needs. Each person is unlike the next and with my experience I'm able to help conquer the daily challenges. With my communication skills and my ability to build trusting relationships I'm able to help during difficult times and everyday life.
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Donna C.


Lafayette, NJ

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Evenings

I have 20 years experience heading the youth program at my church in Bergen county. This includes working with age groups six months to 21 years old. I currently work in elementary education right here in Sussex county. Working and interacting with youth is one of the greatest joys in my life. I have experience...
Donna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

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Jennifer P.


Mount Arlington, NJ

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

LMT & Also Educator For Young Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have babysat & been live-out nanny before, am LMT by training but currently searching for full time work and/or part-time pet care job. I have done lots of volunteering in the past, & am CPR/1st Aid/AED certified. I have worked in several different educational settings w/special needs & non-special needs students from ages 0 -...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Dana G.


Boonton, NJ

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving,Patient,Experienced Special Ed TA & Nanny

I have 15 plus years experience caring for children, mentally disabled children, animals and elders. I am looking for a part time job caregiving and helping out when I possibly can. I am a mommy also. I am flexible! I am very outgoing, kind and gentle, but can be firm when necessary. I am also a Certified Instructional Sub...
Dana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lorena B.


Butler, NJ

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Lorena, and I have much experience with childcare. Since I began sitting, I have sat for 4+ families with children ranging ages 0-15. I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, and older children, as well as children with special needs such as autism, ADHD, Asperger's, allergies (tree nut, epipen), etc. If...
Lorena can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Pheobe B.


Goshen, NY

$24-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

I enjoy working with children and watching the grow and learn. I have several years of experience nannying. I have worked with special needs children. I have also worked as an English teacher for children ages 3-6.
Pheobe can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have been a nanny for over 10 years. I really enjoy bonding with children and their families. I also have experience with special needs children.
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Rachael W.


Southfields, NY

$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked in group homes where the clients had developmental disabilities, autistic, deaf, blind, mute etc.
Hi my name is Luz G. I'm a 23-year-old esthetician with RA looking for a side hustle. I'm big on positive thinking since changing my perspective I've been able to deal with my RA symptoms and minimize flare ups.
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Holly R.


Florida, NY

$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi, I am a Licensed Practical Nurse looking to transition out of the hospital clinical setting into a more home based practice. I would love to talk more about how I could be of service to you.
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Olga H.


Wharton, NJ

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! I am a Ukrainian RN trained to care for people and children. For the last 10 years I was a caregiver for an elderly woman. I have also raised 3 of my own children. I am looking for a full time job with weekends off. I will consider part-time opportunities depending on the hours. also available for special needs.
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Rebecca M.


Newton, NJ

$15-25/hr

Babysitter/Nanny

I have been care taking all over Sussex County for two decades. Ages infant to preteen, and often multiple kids. I love the warmth of being in a home and learning how you like your home to function! I look forward to working with you! CPR certified and more. Happy to work with specials needs children or those with medical needs.
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Worked as a one-on-one aide in the goshen school district with a child with ms and autism. Stayed with student througout the day. Helped with schoolwork during class. Graded schoolwork corriculum around student's cognitive ability. Adapted pe classes as well.
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Tandra P.


Otisville, NY

$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Dream Sitter

I am a energetic 24 Years old, who recently graduated with a Masters in Leadership in education, while taking extra courses to familiarize myself more with ASD. As of currently I am a Behavioral Technician and have been doing this for over a year now. At the clinic I work with I have worked with clients ff the young age of...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Vernon, NJ

Jessica H.

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 playdates without a problem and the house...

- Robert B.

Elizabeth A.

5.0

Elizabeth creates a special relationship with each child and is great with articulating their individual care and needs. She cares for them as if they were her own. Many of our parents tried to hire her as a nanny. She is able to manage and create a safe and structured learning environment. She...

- Christina F.

Kristina C.

5.0

Kristina was wonderful with our little Z (12 month old). Z, being a mama's girl, tended to be quite fussy and irritable without me, but Kristina displayed incredible patience. She engaged Z with playtime, read to her, and took her out for walks. She was always punctual and communicative, and...

- Care member

Heidi L.

5.0

Heidi is extremely responsible, reliable, and trustworthy. In addition, she is great with kids of any age group. She's kind and always fun to be around, my kids really love to spend time with her, special when she teach then Spanish lessons and do educational activities. I strongly recommend Heidi...

- Reinaguardado G.

Kristi C.

5.0

Kristi is very competent and great with kids of all ages. She's kind and caring.

- April L.

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