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Michaela D.


Belford, NJ

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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Hello! I'm Michaela and I can currently attending Kean University's graduate school for Speech Lanaguage Pathology with plans to became a Speech Therapist for children. I have a passion for working with children. I am a currently employed at a pediatric Speech Therapy Private Practice where I assist with the facilitation of...
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Lindsay W.


Highlands, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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15+ yrs of experience with children ranging from 3 months - teens, CPR certified, animal lover, special needs experience, happy to pick-up/drop-off, cook, laundry/light cleaning, bathe and prep for bed, homework help, hands-on with activities (sports/games/crafts), dual MBA in Finance & Marketing.
5.0
"Lindsay is a very loving and caring young woman She is very athletic and is great with children.Lindsay is very smart and she always strives to succeed "

Reviewed by Barbara W.

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Lauren D.


Matawan, NJ

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider

5.0

(1)

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I am a NJ State certified Nursery-8th grade teacher and a stay at home Mom for the past 21 years. My children have Special Needs so being at home afforded me the opportunity to gain experience in Special Needs and childcare. I have an abundance of experience that cannot be taught. My nurturing, caring and energetic nature...
5.0
"Lauren is reliable and excellent with children. Her years as a teacher combined with her role as a mother of three make her a perfect candidate for any position involving children. "

Reviewed by Carrieann M.

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Amanda B.


Hazlet, NJ

$20/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have continued to do so throughout the years. I have watched many different children of all ages, ranging from infancy to teenage years, and some with special needs. The most I have watched at a time is 6 kids. I am also a teacher and love nothing more than working with...
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Christina A.


Hazlet, NJ

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Caring, Trustworthy Babysitter With Experience

5.0

(1)

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I've worked for the Hazlet Township School District for 8 years. After that, I began babysitting for a lovely family, that I can now call my extended family, until June 2023. When I began the youngest child was 6 months old and the oldest was 5 years old. The children are of school age now so they no longer need me. I love...
5.0
"Christina watches my kids for several years. She loved them like family and they love her. She is energetic and caring. She cooked, taught Italian and preacademic skills to my daughter as a toddler. Our family...

Reviewed by Care member

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Susan M.


Keyport, NJ

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Experience

5.0

(2)

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In addition to my listed experience, I have also worked with children with special needs. I worked in residential care, and in the classroom at a school for children with special needs. My experiences include recreation assistant, life coach, and daily care assistance. I have also volunteered in leadership for Girl Scouts,...
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Nicole G.


Staten Island, NY

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hi! My name is Nicole & welcome to my Care. com profile! I'm a full time college student studying Social Work/ Developmental Disabilities. With that, I'm a special education Teacher and Paraprofessional throughout District 37 schools. I have been teaching for the past 4 years and have experience with 1:1 self direction &...
5.0
"hired Nic for the weekend since i had a date night with my husband, she clicked with the family fast and the kids always ask for her when they know they need a baby sitter. of course we will be hiring her again...

Reviewed by Frances J.

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Wendy Z.


Staten Island, NY

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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...
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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Colleen P.


Red Bank, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Summer Nanny!

5.0

(2)

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I have 10+ years of experience ranging from newborn to 12 years old! I am CPR certified and am fully vaccinated against COVID-19. I previously worked at a day care facility at holy name hospital and worked with kids ranging from newborn-6 years old, special needs children, and sick children. I am currently in Physician Assistant...
5.0
"Colleen is mature responsible adult whom I trust. Her pursuit of a career in the medical field makes me feel safe leaving my children with her. I'm confident that she would know what to do in an emergency."

Reviewed by Emily S.

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Nicole B.


Eatontown, NJ

$30-40/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver.

5.0

(10)

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I am a mother of three grown children. My career was not in childcare but I have had much experience working with children. Along with raising my three children and being very involved with all their activities I taught CCD (Sunday school) for 14 years. In doing so I had to go through all state mandated child abuse and safety...
5.0
"I hired Nicole about a month ago after my babysitter of over a year needed to leave. My son is a strong-willed and very active two-year-old boy. I was concerned about how he would respond to someone new given...

Reviewed by Natalie W.

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Kelly O.


Eatontown, NJ

$30/hr5 yrs exp

EasterSeals APPROVED Caregiver (CNA, CHHA, RYT & Rated By Clients As 5 Stars)

5.0

(4)

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I am looking for a position where I can help lighten the load of the family with caring, compassionate aid, for themselves or their loved one. I am currently available to discuss openings in my schedule to provide care.
5.0
"In one word Kelly is awesome. So glad to have found a highly qualified professional to care for and spend time with my son. He is 17, special needs, and needs help in all areas, self-care, socialization,...

Reviewed by jodi F.

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Bette B.


Long Branch, NJ

$10/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am currently a part-time college student. During high school, I completed a Certified Nurses Aide program through vocational school. I am caring, nurturing, trustworthy and passionate about my work. I truly loved my time spent in nursing homes during my clinical training and really enjoy working with the elderly and disabled....
5.0
"Bette is a responsible, caring and friendly girl. She cares deeply and is very passionate about her health care career. She can easily put a smile on your face and brighten your day. She is honest and...

Reviewed by Bari B.

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Ava S.


Staten Island, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Children Or Special Needs

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Hello, My name is Ava and I have many years of experience working with children in different age groups and with special needs as well. I'm known to be kind, responsible, and attentive caregiver to all of my clients I have cared for. I have the ability to follow set rules and protocols that are given and have excellent...
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Eveyn D.


Lincroft, NJ

$18-20/hr7 yrs exp

My Childcare Experience

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I have been a babysitter since I was 13 years old. When I was 14 I volunteered at a horse ranch that has a program called spur. This program help tech special needs children basic skills through bourses. I did that until I was 16 years old. Then I babysat different families off and on for 2 years when I was 18 I worked childcare...
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Jennifer M.


Staten Island, NY

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

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Devoted caregiver, providing exemplary services to those in home and at residential care environments with respect and patience. Expert at monitoring client behaviors and encouraging participation in healthy activities. I have four plus years experience working with special needs children and caring for my elderly grandmother....
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Kaileigh D.


Middletown, NJ

$20-22/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitting Job

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I am currently a graduate student to become a speech pathologist. I have babysat in the past and have worked with individuals with special needs! I currently have an externship at RWJ and would love to make some money on the weekends watching your kiddos!
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Terriann M.


Atlantic Highlands, NJ

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time After School Caregiver

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Hello! My name is Terri-Ann. I am an Early Intervention Therapist and have worked with children professionally from toddler through High School in settings as broad as babysitting in the home, therapeutic intervention practitioner, public school educator, Sunday School teacher or Mad Scientist! I am safety conscious,...
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Alexa R.


Staten Island, NY

$17-21/hr

Teacher Assistant

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I currently work in an after school program for children on the spectrum. On some days I'm the leader in the room and on some days I help out with the other teachers in the room. The program basically helps children focus on their socialization skills as well as providing them with sensory and educational classes.
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Gabriella M.


Long Branch, NJ

$22-25/hr2 yrs exp

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I currently work full time in a school for children on the spectrum since the summer of 2021. I have experience with AAC devices, non verbal/verbal children that range in the ages of 5-18.
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Marianne S.


Holmdel, NJ

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver/Tutor

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I am currently an undergraduate student at Rutgers University majoring in Evolutionary Anthropology. I am looking for part time nanny/tutor work while I complete my studies. I have 2 years of nanny experience, experience working with children with special needs, and have previously worked as a field guide teaching K-12 students...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Belford, NJ

Lindsay W.

5.0

Lindsay is a very loving and caring young woman She is very athletic and is great with children.Lindsay is very smart and she always strives to succeed

- Barbara W.

Lauren D.

5.0

Lauren is reliable and excellent with children. Her years as a teacher combined with her role as a mother of three make her a perfect candidate for any position involving children.

- Carrieann M.

Christina A.

5.0

Christina watches my kids for several years. She loved them like family and they love her. She is energetic and caring. She cooked, taught Italian and preacademic skills to my daughter as a toddler. Our family was blessed to have had her for our sitter.

- Care member

Nicole G.

5.0

hired Nic for the weekend since i had a date night with my husband, she clicked with the family fast and the kids always ask for her when they know they need a baby sitter. of course we will be hiring her again when there's another date night

- Frances J.

Wendy Z.

5.0

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

- Jennifer B.

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