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Charlene M.


Wanaque, NJ

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I worked with developmentally disabled adults for 14 years. There was a wide spectrum of disabilities with the clients. The clients took on many challenges such as counting and filling orders, arts and crafts, day trips and other things under the instructions of the aides.
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Nicole C.


Paterson, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Experienced & CPR Certified Summer Nanny & Occasional Sitter!

5.0

(3)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a school-based pediatric Speech Therapist looking for local jobs for my summer "off"! I have been sitting/nannying formally since 2015. I am CPR certified, have experience with up to 3 kids at a time. Im a mom of a 2. 5-year-old and am versed in respectful parenting techniques. I enjoy crafts and games with kids, as well as...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I'd enthusiastically recommend Nicole to anyone looking for a trustworthy, responsible and caring childcare provider. Nicole cared for my two children (2yo and 5 yo) over the summer months. I am grateful that I could completely trust her to follow the guidelines I...

Nicole L.

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Eleanora Z.


Saddle River, NJ

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Eleanora. I have 12 years experience and living in an nursing home. My experience includes: cooking, changing, cleaning, bathing, medication moderator, feeding, and many more. I worked in a 33-bed adult care facility. I helped organize workshops for the members. I participated in over-night care on a regular basis. I...
Eleanora can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Eleanora has been caring for seniors for approximately 20 years she is the most dependable caring responsible person she can think on her feet in situations that arise and handle them in a safe and calm manner."

Cate K.

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Ann L.


Hawthorne, NJ

$27/hr10 yrs exp

CDA Classroom Assistant And Babysitter

I am a super energetic fun loving nanny who is nurturing and patient. I am truly grateful to have this as my profession and love going to work. It is a great joy for me to watch and help children grow and develop. I am currently working as a full time nanny / house manager . I have been with the family almost 6 years and my...
Ann can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I have been to numerous mommy-and-me classes with Ann Marie and the boy she watches over the last year (I attend with my son). She is extremely attentive, loving and trustworthy. She treats the little boy she watches like he is her own child (everyone assumes she...

Kimberly L.

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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, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & 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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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.
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Rosetta T.


Waldwick, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Sweet Caring Girl Looking To Join A Nice Family To Be An Extension Of Them To Care For Loved Ones

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, hard working, trustworthy. I'm looking for a position where I can become part of your family that's long term. Communication is important to me. I'm fun, energetic, responsible, and patient. I am CPR/First Aid Certified in infants/children and Adults and have obtained a Child Day...
Rosetta can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Rosie is a wonderful, trustworthy and dependable caretaker. My kids took to her right away! She is always punctual and professional and we still consistently use her as a babysitter and I highly recommend Rosie to anyone who needs some extra child care!"

Tracey W.

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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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & 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.

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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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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, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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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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:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sam has and continues to care for our youngest child. She has been babysitting my son since he is 2 and he is now 8. Sam is reliable, fun, responsible and goes above and beyond for the kids she cares for. We would not ever hire anyone else besides Sam to care for...

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Jessica H.


Haskell, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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

4.3

(4)

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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & 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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Jill P.


Ridgewood, NJ

$23-30/hr1 yrs exp

I worked with special needs children and teens at The Eastern Christian Children's Retreat. And have cared for my elderly, non ambulatory, blind parent.
Jill can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Ana A.


Haledon, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Home Health, Phlebotomy Tech And CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I start work with different agencies for about 10 years as a home health. I'm still certified home health but I work directly with the family through the Public partnership. My skills is working with special needs. Now I just graduate from CNA and I'm ready to give all my experience, my skills and my compassion to the ones who...
Ana can also help with: Dementia, personal care, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Kayla C.


Hewitt, NJ

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a fun, crafty, positive student and caretaker. I'm from New Jersey and I recently moved to St Augustine for school. I'm 22 years old and I've been babysitting for around 7 years. I've also worked in a daycare setting, a special needs elementary school, and in a pediatric occupational therapy office, giving me plenty of...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kayleigh D.


Hawthorne, NJ

$15/hr

Experienced Babysitter

I am interested in babysitting and looking after children with special needs/ I have experience in both fields. I have babysat children from newborn-15 years old. I have worked in a special needs children's school and have worked in an adult special needs facility.
Kayleigh can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Experienced teacher and counselor with a background in child psychology (Bachelor's degree). I have experience in caring children's, including those with special needs, offering a nurturing and supportive environment and proven ability to provide personalized care while supporting developmental milestones and emotional...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Cheryl P.


Wayne, NJ

$28-33/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

Hello, my name is Cheryl and I live in Wayne. I have Extensive Experience Caring for Disabled and Neurodivergent Children & Adults. I drive & have a car. I come from a big Italian Family which has given me personal experience with different types of special needs. I've been employed as a Special Needs Nanny for private...
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Nichole A.


West Milford, NJ

$25-26/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I have 1+ years of experience with adults and 1 teenager with special needs. I am also a mother. Very caring individual. References available upon request.
Nichole can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wanaque, NJ

Nicole C.

5.0

I'd enthusiastically recommend Nicole to anyone looking for a trustworthy, responsible and caring childcare provider. Nicole cared for my two children (2yo and 5 yo) over the summer months. I am grateful that I could completely trust her to follow the guidelines I gave her on sunscreen use, screen...

- Nicole L.

Eleanora Z.

5.0

Eleanora took her role As an aide, companion very seriously. She always took the our mom's needs into consideration . Elle prepared food that was nutritious and easy for the patient to tolerate when eating became difficult. She treated our mom with respect and dignity. We were lucky to have...

- Judi H.

Ann L.

5.0

Ann is honest, caring, organized, and experienced working academically, socially , and emotionally with your child or children. She is patient and has worked with special needs children.

- Carol C.

Nancy A.

5.0

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

- Laura F.

Rosetta T.

5.0

Rosetta is extremely easy to deal with. She is great at following instructions and communicates thoroughly and efficiently. She plays well with the kids, bringing them outside whenever possible, and does well disciplining the kids when necessary, keeping them well behaved in our absence.

- Phil S.

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