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Robyn A.


Metuchen, NJ

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available

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I worked for 12 years in a special needs students from 12-21 years of age.. multiple disabilities including Down's syndrome, autism, adhd and more
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Olivia W.


Metuchen, NJ

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

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I have a BS in Speech & Language Pathology/Hearing Disorders. I have 7 years of experience working with children and teens ages 2-18 with autism. I am always learning and striving to provide the best quality of care for those with disabilities.
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Robyn A.


Metuchen, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked in day cares and had my own in home daycare for 10 years when I was raising my kids who are now 32 & 28 I also have a grandson who is 10 months .. I worked in a Special Education school for 12 years and loved it! I have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and Special Education Most recently I took...
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Robyn A.


Metuchen, NJ

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

Outgoing Friendly Fun Sitter/ Senior Helper/ Special Needs Trained

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I have many years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I am dependable and can do errands, shopping, childcare, Senior Care and special needs care .. I can help with whatever is needed to help you be safe and independent in your home. I have worked in daycares, and had my own in home daycare for 10...
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Damaris H.


Metuchen, NJ

$22-25/hr6 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

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Hello! I am 21 years old, I am currently an assistant teacher for infants and toddlers. My care goal is to become a neonatal nurse :). I enjoy working with children. I have taken care of children from all age ranges and I have worked with children who have special needs.
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Allison A.


South Amboy, NJ

$25/hr8 yrs exp

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5.0

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Hello! I am a certified teacher and I currently work in a school district in NJ. I am a kindergarten and first grade special education teacher. I am available for tutoring and babysitting. I have my own transportation and I have extensive experience working with students with special needs! I have been babysitting for over 6...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Allison was great taking care of our 1 year old daughter. She came in early and got all the details to her plan for the day. She definitely puts time and care into what she does which put us at ease. I would...

Reviewed by Care member

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Joseph L.


Cranford, NJ

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

5.0

(2)

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I worked as a summer camp / after school care counselor for six years. Supervised children ages 3-15 years old. Responsibilities included lesson plans, assisting with homework, outdoor activities, swim lessons, field trips, etc. Experience with special needs children and coordinating care with parents. Certified in...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Joseph is caring, considerate and thoughtful when it comes to the care of my nine year old. Joseph has helped out our family for several years, and we are beyond impressed by his care, commitment and support to...

Reviewed by Care member

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Kens S.


Rahway, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Supportive Role Model

5.0

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I'm a social work with 10+ experience in the field. I'm friendly kind respectful and most of all patient. I work with empathy and is goal oriented. Contact me if you need more information

Recent review:

5.0
Kens is by far the best care taker we have ever worked with. He is patient, kind, and very knowledgeable with his work. He makes sure to put his clients first, and treats them as if they were his own family...

Reviewed by Ashley G.

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Aicha K.


Piscataway, NJ

$33/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have 10 years of experience. I can work with special need kids. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.

Recent review:

5.0
Aicha is the nanny we always wanted and we're looking for! She's proactive and comes up with ideas to entertain my 2 year old. She's highly dependable and we feel extremely safe with her taking care of our...

Reviewed by Bisma M.

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Theo T.


Westfield, NJ

$27/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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EXPERIENCED Nanny available for full time! Nanny share (for full time) welcomed. Mature, responsible, nurturing, flexible, creative and reliable! I have worked with children from 3 months to 16 years old. About me: I am a mom to one daughter whom I've raised on my own (her dad/my husband passed away in 2008). She is 24 now....

Recent reviews:

5.0
Theo is patient and kind and genuinely loves working with babies and children. She is communicative and always accessible and very dependable. She is engaged in the community and prides herself on a fun active...

Reviewed by Rebecca G.

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Donyel H.


North Brunswick, NJ

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Certified Caregiver

5.0

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My name is Donyel and I have over 20 years of experience in providing care to persons with special needs of all ages, throughout New Jersey and the Tri-state area. With training and certifications including but not limited to Home Healthcare, Adult and Child/Infant CPR/First Aid and AED, Crisis Management, Abuse & Neglect,...
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Tiffany W.


Plainfield, NJ

$15-35/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Speical Needs Caregiver

5.0

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Over 8 years of experience working with special needs clients ranging from children as well as adults. I am skilled in working with varied handicapping conditions. I have the ability to deal with any difficult situation with consideration as well as care. It is very important to me that all my clients feel special and needs are...
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Donyel H.


North Brunswick, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Let's Learn And Play!

5.0

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Learning and Playing with children has blessed me with the most wonderful memories of all! Teaching a child to express themselves and communicate through music and sign language (ASL) and watching their frustrations ease, are some of the reasons I became a Nanny. I am a Caregiver and Consultant with over 20 years of experience...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Donyel was a nanny to our daughter for almost a year, starting when she was 6 months old. She's by far the best care-taker we've ever had! She's responsible, reliable, loving, nurturing and taught our daughter...

Reviewed by Maria G.

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Wendy Z.


Staten Island, NY

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi, I'm Wendy! I am 24 years old and a Leo :D In my free time, I love playing my guitar, piano, writing music, and singing! I was a nanny recently for a very nice family and the mother left a review below. I love nature and exploring! I recently also volunteered at a farm for 5 months. As far as duties go around the house, I can...

Recent review:

5.0
Wendy was great. Unfortunately the timing didn't work for us but she was very dependable and a hard worker.

Reviewed by Jennifer B.

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Florence L.


Somerset, NJ

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

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Hi my name is Florence I have being a care giver for more than 10 years I have worked with all group of elderly people and in the nursing homes, rehabs, and private homes I can also do light house keeping I know how to cook, bathe, laundry, and clean the house. I have been working in the nursing homes. I love to work with people...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Florence has been an integral part of our extended family for over a year now. She is dependable, trustworthy, and puts her heart and soul into her consumer's. You literally cannot find a better provider.

Reviewed by Lauren M.

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Melissa C.


Woodbridge, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Tutor Available!

5.0

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Hello! I am a 27-year-old middle school language arts teacher living in Woodbridge, NJ. I AM FULLY COVID-19 VACCINATED!! I have my bachelor's degree in English and my Master's in Teaching with certifications in k-6, special ed., and middle school (5-8) language arts. Personally, I have worked with children for as long as I can...

Recent review:

5.0
Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the boys to the library, the park, to get ice cream after...

Reviewed by Ariya V.

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Taiyanna N.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Passionate, Patient,will Go Above And Beyond !

5.0

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When it comes to children I enjoy the fact that you have a chance to teach them and they teach you as well! Seeing the world through a child's eyes is an experience like no other. I am a student looking for work while in school studying to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Below are some of my strongest skills -Patient...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Tai is a great nanny! She’s been with our now 2yr old since he was 6mo. She’s patient with him, takes him out for walks and library visits, and does a great job playing with him. She promotes his learning...

Reviewed by Kate B.

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Cierrah W.


Dunellen, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Patient Caregiver Who Love Kids

5.0

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Hello! My name is Cierrah. I have thorough experience in childcare from newborn to 14 years old. I genuinely enjoy interacting with children via various outdoor activities/arts & crafts/games & teaching. I am one of five kids in my family. I am responsible, patient. I have a flexible schedule and open availability. I absolutely...

Recent review:

5.0
Cierrah babysat for my two children during spring break. She was great with both of them, whether she was caring for the newborn or playing with the 4 year old. I trust Cierrah and would highly recommend her as...

Reviewed by Dip R.

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Natalia L.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$28/hr9 yrs exp

Looking For A Full Time Job

5.0

(17)

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Hi my name is Natalia, 26. My past experiences included being an Au pair, where I stayed two years in the same family and was responsible for 4 kids, being age 5 months, 3, 5, 7 y. o. I have worked for other families caring for kids new born to age 12 y. o My full time job now is 2 kids ( 6 months, 3 y. o) Kumon Auxiliar Taught...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Nat does weekend/date night sitting for us and she is wonderful. She is able to wrangle our two busy toddlers like a pro, while still being caring, nurturing, and professional. We love the piece of mind we have...

Reviewed by Care member

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Alyssa M.


Somerset, NJ

$16-25/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello, My name is Alyssa and I love caring for children! Growing up, I knew I wanted to work with children. In high-school I had the opportunity to participate in Early Childhood Laboratory Independent Study. I was able to work hands on with preschoolers and create lesson plans to teach to them. Kids are simply my favorite to be...

Recent review:

5.0
Alyssa has been such a tremendous help to my family these past few years taking care of my children, especially my middle one who has many complicated needs. My child has Autism, is nonverbal and requires...

Reviewed by Jennifer Z.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Metuchen, NJ

Allison A.

5.0

Allison was great taking care of our 1 year old daughter. She came in early and got all the details to her plan for the day. She definitely puts time and care into what she does which put us at ease. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter.

- Care member

Joseph L.

5.0

Joseph is caring, considerate and thoughtful when it comes to the care of my nine year old. Joseph has helped out our family for several years, and we are beyond impressed by his care, commitment and support to our family and nine year old Nico. Without a second thought, I would hire him again! His...

- Care member

Kens S.

5.0

Kens is by far the best care taker we have ever worked with. He is patient, kind, and very knowledgeable with his work. He makes sure to put his clients first, and treats them as if they were his own family members. He makes it his responsibility to get to know his client and their family. This,...

- Ashley G.

Aicha K.

5.0

Aicha is the nanny we always wanted and we're looking for! She's proactive and comes up with ideas to entertain my 2 year old. She's highly dependable and we feel extremely safe with her taking care of our daughter. Highly recommend!

- Bisma M.

Theo T.

5.0

Theo is patient and kind and genuinely loves working with babies and children. She is communicative and always accessible and very dependable. She is engaged in the community and prides herself on a fun active and nurturing environment for the kids she cares for. She is resourceful and goes to a...

- Rebecca G.

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