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Jessica H.


Haskell, NJ

$15-25/hr10 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & 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.

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Elizabeth A.


Monroe, NY

$25-30/hr10 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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Carlee M.


Mahwah, NJ

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible, Experienced 20-Year-Old Girl Available For Child Care

Hi! My name is Carlee and I am a senior at Syracuse University studying political science and broadcast journalism. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and have been nannying since I was 18 years old. I have worked with both boys and girls of all ages (ranging from infants to teens), and also have worked with...
Carlee can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I had the pleasure of working with Carlee this summer in Marin. Carlee is super dependable, responsible and a lovely person overall. She was responsive to my job inquiries before she finished her college semester and was ready to work with my family once she got...

Jeanne D.

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Nancy A.


Mahwah, NJ

$48/hr7 yrs exp

College Student

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I hope I can be the perfect fit for your family. I am a charismatic, organized, caring and attentive caregiver. I am CPR certified. Over the years, as a babysitter, nursing assistant, and nursing student, I've had so much experience with children (including those with behavioral and special needs). I've helped and...
Nancy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Nancy is great and very responsible. She got along great with the kids. We highly recommend her!"

Laura F.

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Kristina C.


Newton, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider Available

Hired by 10 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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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/hr9 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: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Kristi C.


Newton, NJ

$20-30/hr10 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:

First Aid

CPR

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

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Melody M.


Oak Ridge, NJ

$30/hr10 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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Rachel D.


Lake Hopatcong, NJ

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rachel, I'm 28 and a college graduate that majored in education and received my bachelors degree May 2022. I have eight years of experience working with children, aging from newborns-13 years old. I also have a 4-year-old nephew and a 1-year-old niece who I have watched since they were born. I have a lot of...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Rachel has always done such a great job of watching my step-son, all the way back from when he was a baby. I wouldn't choose anyone else to care for him. Highly recommended!"

Richard K.

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Heather C.


Newton, NJ

$22-25/hr10 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/hr10 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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

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Jennifer P.


Mount Arlington, NJ

$30/hr10 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:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Dana G.


Boonton, NJ

$20/hr10 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Lorena B.


Butler, NJ

$20/hr3 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Pheobe B.


Goshen, NY

$24-25/hr2 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: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
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.
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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Rachael W.


Southfields, NY

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in group homes where the clients had developmental disabilities, autistic, deaf, blind, mute etc.
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Holly R.


Florida, NY

$25-45/hr10 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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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

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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.

Carlee M.

5.0

I had the pleasure of working with Carlee this summer in Marin. Carlee is super dependable, responsible and a lovely person overall. She was responsive to my job inquiries before she finished her college semester and was ready to work with my family once she got home. Carlee can also cook! She...

- Jeanne D.

Nancy A.

5.0

Nancy is great and very responsible. She got along great with the kids. We highly recommend her!

- Laura 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

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