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Kathleen D.
Allendale, NJ
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
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HI! I'm a dedicated and positive 2019 Harvard Grad with a degree in Psychology, cum Laude. I am currently preparing to enter into an adolescent clinical psychology Postgrad program. At Harvard I was captain of the Division I Varsity Softball Team. Outside of my own studies and competitions, I dedicated my time to working with...
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I live in Allendale Nj and am currently a student at Villanova University in Pennsylvania. I've had experience with babysitting locally throughout highschool, and volunteering as a camp counselor for children with special needs. I am CPR certified and trained in First Aid. I have always loved being around children and would love...
Holly O.
Mahwah, NJ
$20-25/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I am a mom of two and a g-mom of a 3-year-old boy.
I have years of nannying experience, I have excellent references.
I'm CPR certified, I have experience with special needs kids.
I am fun, loving, active person!
Reach out to see if we are a fit!
5.0
(1)
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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...
5.0
(2)
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Available P/T ON-CALL or Recurring, servicing all ages. Decades experience in management crisis and trauma, DV/SA, physical & emotional disabilities. Previous youth minister and owner special needs childcare and respite foster care. Fully vaccinated. Certified in CPR, First Aid, Advanced Medical, Nutrition, PDD, Autism Spectrum,...
5.0
"Robyne is an exceptional Caregiver and highly recommended. She is very hands on and a great teacher to my daughter, who she has been caring for since she was born. With all of her certifications, skills,...
Reviewed by Gessica M.
5.0
(1)
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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.
Digna U.
Paterson, NJ
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.5
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I have almost 7 seven year experience I used to working in a lot different kind a cases of senior needed, mobility, bed bath, shower, feeding, eye everything about cares and Also I'm doing child with special needs. I used to work in different kind of cases. I have experience in dementia Alzheimer's. I'm a certificate CHHA. now...
5.0
"Digna is very patient and understanding with older people. She is good with medication management for diabetes & COPD. And gets them moving to get exercise.
Very thankful we have her."
Reviewed by Anne H.
Rene W.
Nanuet, NY
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I started looking after kids from the age of 15. I'm very patient and open-minded. I love to participate in activities with the kids. I have a very broad perspective on kids as I have experience with both my own country and in America. I have also dealt with kids with special needs.
I'm mostly interested to help on the...
5.0
"René is amazing. She is so patient and knows just how to meet a child where they need to be met. She really has a heart of God and takes pride in doing her job well. "
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Kelly D.
Riverdale, NJ
$38/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving And Energetic Nanny With Over 15 Years Of Experience Looking For Occasional/ Full /part Time
5.0
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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...
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 ! "
Reviewed by George G.
5.0
(1)
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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...
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...
Reviewed by Mary M.
5.0
(1)
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Hello! My name is Kirsten, I am 22 years old and have 9+ years of experience working with children. I've worked with children ages 0-13! I have experience with special needs children including working with feeding tubes. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I have a clean driving record and would love the opportunity to work with...
5.0
"Kirsten has taken care of my 5 year old daughter numerous times over the past 3 years. My daughter adores Kirsten, and I feel confident in my daughter’s well being and safety while in Kirsten’s care."
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5.0
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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...
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...
Reviewed by Judi H.
4.0
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Hi, my name is Mirta! I'm a 21-year-old junior at Nyack College and my major is pastoral ministry. One my goals in life is to open up a counseling center in my community that gives people room to vent, get advice, and even get prayer. I want it to be free and open to the public so that my community can move towards complete...
5.0
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For the past 10 years I have served as a baby sitter working with children ages, two weeks to 15 years old including children with down syndrome, autism, bi-polar, and mild special needs cases. Since 2005, I have been employed by the Montclair Board of Education as a teacher assistant working with children pre-K- grade5. In...
5.0
"Jenine is a lovely woman! My daughter had such a wonderful time with Jenine, she's still talking about it!!!"
Reviewed by Camille M.
4.2
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My name is Fantasia. I'm a full time (online) student majoring in Child Development and Education/Psychiatric Nursing. I was raised with 4 other children whom I basically raised due to my legal guardian working full time. I love children of all ages and forms. I've worked with children with autism and down syndrome as well. I am...
5.0
"Fantasia was my live in night nanny in 2012 for my one girl with Down syndrome and my one boy 3 years old at the time. She was literally heaven sent because my husband and I worked non stop. She always came in...
Reviewed by Rebecca C.
Tiffany E.
Westwood, NJ
$25-38/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello, I'm Tiffany! I'm 27 years old from Westwood, New Jersey. I have been mommy-helping since I was 12 years old and began independently babysitting when I was 17 years old. I currently nanny 3 full days a week and am available two weekdays and weekends. My childcare resume is extensive as I have traveled the tri-state area...
5.0
"We're so lucky to have found Tiffany, she is a patient, kind caregiver and our kids just adore her. She's easy going and calming while also following through with any rules we set. She's also professional and...
Reviewed by David G.
4.1
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I Have 26 Years Experience With Newborns (Preemies) Toddlers, Multiples, Special Needs And School Age...
Willing To Travel With The Family...
Behavioral Management Training
Sleep Training
First Aid/CPR Certification
Fun Loving And Patient, Seeking Long term Employment
References Available
COVID-19 Safety Practice
Light...
5.0
"Leticia was fantastic!! She was warm kind and very caring. She was always on time, and professional. She gave us updates on the baby’s activities.. Highly Recommend!!"
Reviewed by Care member
4.0
(4)
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I am a dedicated and caring babysitter with years of experience; including with multiples, infants, and children with special needs. I truly love the children I work with. Safety, fun, and learning are my top priorities. I'm fully COVID-vaccinated (Pfizer), CPR-certified, comfortable with pets, and have a flexible schedule.
5.0
"Elise is a wonderful person, very dependable, hardworking and confident. My twin boys love her. She is moving, that's the only reason she won't be babysitting anymore."
Reviewed by Arron N.
Lauren C.
Ringwood, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver - Speech Therapist And Certified Teacher!
5.0
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I am 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...
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...
Reviewed by Keli J.
Rosetta T.
Waldwick, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Sweet Caring Girl Looking To Join A Nice Family To Be An Extension Of Them To Care For Loved Ones
5.0
(4)
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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...
5.0
"Rosie is great with our girls! We've used her for years for our newborn/infant and older toddler, and we've always been very happy with her. Super trustworthy, on time, dependable, etc."
Reviewed by Kimberly W.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Allendale, NJ
Robyne M.
5.0
Robyne has been the perfect babysitter for our 2.5 year old boy on many occasions. She is very knowledgeable about caring for young ones. So we feel very comfortable with her knowing how to best care for our son. She is also very patient, especially with our high energy toddler. She has made careful...
- Christina C.
Digna U.
4.0
Digna is always on time and even better, always early. She's honest and I trusted her from the start. She's a good driver, and when she takes you out, she makes sure you're safe. She's attentive, caring and I appreciated the help in the mornings. She loves what she does!
- Brian J.
Rene W.
5.0
My 7 year old son doesn’t easily warm up to people & he’s pretty much independent, but it was so easy for René to connect with him. She engaged with him by taking him to parks, helped with learning workbooks, reading and sometimes putting him to bed when I had date nights.
- Care member
Kelly D.
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.
Gillian D.
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 children. She is exceptional at...
- Mary M.
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