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My name is Val. I work as a pediatric COTA and have an 3+ year experience working with kids of special need from ages 2-20. I am resilient, open minded and enjoy working with kids. I am patient and fun but I also keep prioritizing what needs to be done.
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My experience with caring for children has been short yet impactful. I've had the privilege to care for special needs children, babies, toddlers, and pre-teens in just a few years. I have cooked and fed them, cleaned them, played with them, and taught them right from wrong when needed. Quite frankly, I have learned so much from...
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Hello! My name is Sherolyn T. I have 25 years of experience in working with seniors, children and those who have special needs. I have mainly worked with the senior community in nursing homes and hospitals. I have found much joy and fulfillment in helping others. I earned my CNA from ABCI and I am able to assist in feeding...
5.0
"She is very responsible and punctual. Sherolyn is kind and had a wonderful spirit . She takes pride in her work performance and she will make sure your family is taken care of under her care."
Reviewed by Wanda L.
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As the oldest child, I grew up taking care of my 4 siblings. Coming from a large extended family, I also took care of my cousins. My love for children is what drove me to become a teacher. I love working with children of all ages. Not only can I provide a safe and fun time, I can also incorporate academics into the experience. I...
5.0
"My husband and I were thrilled to have Farisa take care of our newborn infant while we worked. As first-time parents, we were understandably nervous about leaving our child in someone else's care, but Farisa's...
Reviewed by Care member
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I am currently looking for part-time work in the mornings, evenings, and weekends.
(Morning work preferably in Bushwick, Bedstuy, or Ridgewood)
Hi there! I am a former preschool teacher with 7 years of childcare experience under my belt. Before moving into early childhood education I babysat and nannied for various NYC...
5.0
"Claire was my regular babysitter two summers in a row! She is dependable and so generous with her time. My daughters absolutely adored her, and they loved when she picked them up from school. Claire would play...
Reviewed by Caddie L.
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I am currently a teaching artist at both the Brooklyn Children's Museum and Free Arts NYC. In 2020 I graduated from NYU with a minor in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Studies. For as long as I can remember I have been trusted to care for all the children in my family, including my older brother with autism, as well as my...
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"Angelica cares for my son who is high functioning ASD. She is caring compassionate and rolls with his nonsense and manages to gets him back on a desired path. She is a great asset to our family while in NYC...
Reviewed by Julie J.
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My name is Sarah and I am a 31-year-old nanny living in Manhattan. I have been a nanny for over 10 years and am first aid and CPR certified. I have a degree in childhood development and have experience in child care with children of all ages in various environments. I have been in my current position for 4 years where I nanny...
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"I interviewed Sarah both on the phone and in person. She was always quick to reply to text/email, was early for the person interview. Sarah was intelligent, kind, and energetic. We ended up hiring someone else...
Reviewed by Gabrielle R.
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Hello! My name is Ana. I'm a caregiver with more than a 15 years of experience in geriatric and child care as well.
As myself experience has grown, with a special needs daughter and my mom who is 97 years old, I have become an expert who can recognize when my patients require special atención with any rough times like it could...
Ashley R.
New York, NY
$40-49/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I reside and babysit in Soho, Manhattan as well as Jersey-City , New Jersey . I have vast experience working with children including teaching, daycare and babysitting. As well as Being a mother of two ( a 7-year-old boy and a 2-year-old girl ) . I have been baby sitting all ages for over 10 Yrs. I was the head teacher for a...
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"Ashley brought joy and light to our home and our family . Ashley is an intelligent, kind, and selfless person . She is an excellent worker , structured , reliable , on time , a clear communicator . She was very...
Reviewed by Paul B.
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My name is Ava and I'm a current Master's student at Teachers College, Columbia. I'm getting my MA in Education and Anthropology, with a focus on research in special education. I have experience in nannying and babysitting, starting when I would care for my younger brother. I would work after school in high school and undergrad,...
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"Ava is amazing!!! If I wasn't moving across the country I'd never let her go. She nannied for my two infant twins. While the return to work after childbirth is so hard, she made it much less painful and I felt...
Reviewed by Terra W.
Barbara W.
Brooklyn, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Happy And Motivating Babysitter With 30 Years Of Experience
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Good Day,
My name is Barbara but people call me Barb. I have 30 years of experience sitting for ages newborn to teenager, including twins and special needs. I am pursuing an MS Ed. in Elementary Education. I have been responsible for up to 5 children plus have worked in a day care.
I cook, clean, tutor schoolwork, teach arts...
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"Barbara was so great with my 18-month-old! He was pretty grouchy and tantrum-prone on the day she sat for us, but Barbara won him over with her warmth and charm. I could hear them playing games, singing...
Reviewed by Carolyn W.
Luciana Paula P.
River Edge, NJ
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Career Nanny Experienced Available For Week, Night And Weekend
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I am a creative, responsible, reliable, friendly, and fun nanny who has over 6 years of experience in child care as well as experience in recreation with kids and teens. I also have experience driving kids to school or other activities and a degree in early childhood education. I am still interested in continuing my studies with...
5.0
"Luciana's energetic and kind personality made my two girls feel very comfortable from the moment she arrived.
She was a great listener to the girls' needs and gave me updates on how the night was going.
I...
Reviewed by Barbara S.
Shamecca A.
Fort Lee, NJ
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Caring Nanny! Looking For A Family I Can Grow With
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Caring for infants, premies, twins/triplets, and the teens for years now. Having this position allows me to help children grow and be apart of great families. I am also a CNA with experience working with children who are special needs and disabled. I take pride in being able to put a smile on their faces. I love what I do and...
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"Shamecca was a great help for my daughter and I with school drop offs and pick ups. She's very punctual and reliable specially with last minute requests. If you want a dependable and responsible person,...
Reviewed by Bernadette S.
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Professional childcare provider with over 10 years of experience in fully-staffed estates seeking a full time, long term (live in/live out) career-nanny/management position in the Tri-State Area. Working as a governess is something I am truly passionate about, and believe it is my life's calling. That is why I am moving back to...
5.0
"Hayley worked for us years ago for a very early before-care situation. Prior to meeting Hayley, we'd been hard-pressed to keep a sitter in this position...the before-dawn start time just proved too difficult...
Reviewed by Theresa C.
Savanna B.
Woodside, NY
$14-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hello! I'm Savanna. I've been a waitress at Friendlys for 3 years now. I just moved back to the city! I have three years of experience with a child who suffered Aspergers. I have two years of experience with infants as his baby brother was born a year after. I have open availability and transportation to you or for children to...
Margaret K S.
Long Island City, NY
$24-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Childcare Provider Available For Weekdays & Weekend
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Hi there! I'm Margaret & I have 19 years childcare experience with certifications in Early Childcare, CPR, & First Aid. I'm originally from the South but a New Yorker at heart. I'd describe myself as client-focused, outgoing & nurturing with a playful disposition. Your child's happiness & safety is my top priority. I teach baby...
5.0
"Margaret approaches the job with zeal. She is punctual, attentive, polite, communicative and caring. Would recommend. "
Reviewed by Steven A.
Diarra F.
New York, NY
$37/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi,
My name is Jara, I have 6years plus experience of being a nanny. I major in biology. I'm young but very matured. My last job I took care of 3 kids myself. I have experience with children of all ages and children with special needs. I will pick your children from school and bring them home. Make sure backpacks are clean and...
5.0
"She is a hard working individual. Her style of work and her ability to do things is just extraordinary. She is great person who has a really good work ethic."
Reviewed by Shouhaybou M.
Shannon K.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have been a nanny/babysitter on and off for about 5 years. I am available for part time and full time work. I have experience with children with special needs and medical disabilities.
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"Shannon came to us with excellent references from other families of children with and without special needs. At the interview where she met my son (who is relatively non-verbal) he hugged her and said, "Bye...
Reviewed by Loretta L.
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Greetings, I'm Christie, a compassionate mother of three young adults and grandmother of three. Family is my cornerstone, and their well-being is my utmost priority. A licensed driver with a clean record, I'm a New Jersey native, college-educated, and come with excellent references.
Currently seeking a care-taking position, my...
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"Christie has been a WONDERFUL babysitter for our two kids (8-year old daughter and 17-month old son). She is patient and caring with both kids. Christie is very flexible and determined to make sure she is...
Reviewed by Emily C.
Daria T.
Brooklyn, NY
$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Attentive Professional Caregiver. Psychologist & Teacher By Education, Kind Loving Personality
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Hello Dear Parents! I'm Daria, professional in childcare with more than 11 years of experience and great love for kids. I have a degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology and Teaching (I got it not in US). All this years I've been working with children: taking care, helping with pre-school education, psychological help and...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ridgefield, NJ
Sherolyn T.
5.0
I am honored to provide a reference for Sherolyn. I have known Sherolyn for 15 years. In the capacity Of her immediate Supervisor which led to a friendship over time.
Where do I begin. her dependability and quality of care Is Amazing She has a special ability to work with persons with severe...
- Nadine G.
Farisa K.
5.0
Farisa is hands down the best baby sitter we have ever worked with. My 18-month old daughter is extremely shy and was going through major separation feelings when we asked Farisa to help baby sit our daughter for two days. Farisa was able to use her care-taking skills to instantly win Araaya and...
- Care member
Claire S.
5.0
We hired Claire to care for our two daughters for 2+ weeks to bridge a gap between permanent caregivers, and we recommend her very highly. Claire was punctual, reliable, and easy to work with. She was sweet and caring with our 6-month old, and calm, patient, and playful with our wild 4-year old. We...
- John F.
Angelica N.
5.0
Angelica cares for my son who is high functioning ASD. She is caring compassionate and rolls with his nonsense and manages to gets him back on a desired path. She is a great asset to our family while in NYC during the school year and we miss her terribly over the summer months. You won't be...
- Julie J.
Sarah C.
5.0
I interviewed Sarah both on the phone and in person. She was always quick to reply to text/email, was early for the person interview. Sarah was intelligent, kind, and energetic. We ended up hiring someone else but I urge anyone to consider her!
- Gabrielle R.
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