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Veronica O.

Female, Part-Time Or Full-Time Babysitter

Cedar Grove, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
To begin with, I love kids, and enjoy to spend time with them, to watch how they, little by little discover their abilities, skills and surroundings. By my own experience, I am familiar with these stages, since I have an 11-year-old boy and 7-year-old girl, and I continue to enjoy every one of their developments. In addition to...
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Natalie P.

About Me :)

Cedar Grove, NJ

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm Natalie and I recently graduated Rutgers University with a bachelor's degree. I've been working with children since I was 15 as a lifeguard and swim instructor at my local community pool. Since then, I have also spent time babysitting and shadowing a speech language pathologist at an elementary school. Last summer, I...
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Sydney R.

English Teacher Meets Fun And Creative Babysitter!

Cedar Grove, NJ

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$50/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sydney, and I am a currently a high school English teacher for 9th grade and 12th grade at one of the best schools in New Jersey. I have a Bachelor's of Arts degree from the University of Delaware, where I majored in English Education. I have almost 10 years of experience as a babysitter and tutor. I have worked...
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Chloe S.

Cedar Grove, NJ

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Chloe and I am in the clinical portion of my Master of Occupational Therapy program. I am in full time clinical during the day so am seeking babysitting opportunities for weeknights and weekends. I have experience babysitting, nannying, and tutoring for many families, and love all children. I also was a camp...
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Ahnia B.

Young Experienced Nanny

South Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Ahnia and I am a fun and loving nanny who is looking for a long term job in the NYC/North NJ area. I have experience working at a daycare, as well as 4 years experience nannying/au pairing. (I have also worked with twins so I can multitask I am very dedicated to making sure the children I care for are safe...

Care Member says "Ahnia is a proactive nanny. She was great with communication, being on time and really just caring for our little one. She set up playdates and there...

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Joanna F.

Montclair, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
Greetings! I'm Joanna, mother of two grown children in college, available to step in to take care of your children. I am entertaining, high energy, committed, hard-working and flexible with my schedule. I have professional experience and love children of all ages, especially infants! I can attend to a strict schedule, maintain...

Diane M. says "Joanna is highly dependable and brings experience, intelligence, and gentle loving care to your child. She's fun, creative and a great teacher. As an...

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Lyn C.

Belleville, NJ

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
2 years experience
I am a caregiver, educator and a positive supporter that is compassionate about people. As a mother of 3 boys, one which had complications and delays, I've learned to understand on how to care for children with different situations.
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Maria T.

Caldwell, NJ

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
I care for my daughter with autism for 7 years. I have experience with children and adults with neurological disorders and special needs. I am very intuitive and passionate person,
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Sandra B.

Child Care Services

Garfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Sandra. I have a certification in Home Health Aide, I am also child CPR and First Aid certified. I have worked with a family in Passaic, NJ for a year and six months as a teacher of two children. My childcare experience is more extensive than that, In the past few years I have worked in two different day cares:...

Charlotte C. says "Sandra takes her role as caretaker seriously. She is responsible and nurturing. She has cared for my 6 month old for two month and has become part of...

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Andrea F.

Full Time Caregiver

Lyndhurst, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Respite care
dementia
personal care
visiting physician
home modification
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My name is Andrea. I live in in Lyndhurst, I am Brazilian. I have experience and excellent references. I have experience with special needs, housekeeping and hospice. I am fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. I really love working with people, and I know it's a gift from God.

Amy E. says "I was so fortunate to find Andrea to care for my ailing mother. She is a beautiful, caring, compassionate woman who cared for my mother like she was her own...

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Meriah J.

Professional Hands On Help

Rutherford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hey guys, my name is meriah. I am a Very Fun, outgoing, energetic person. I spend lots of time around all ages, I am also very big on outdoor nature/adventure. Experience with light house cleaning, Clean driving Record, Available for background check, I am a Volunteer firefighter I am CPR and first aid certified, Lots of...

Conny H. says "Meriah was excellent with my mother, her patience was limitless, and very dedicated to daily chores In addition to keeping her engaged in small activities...

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Jillene F.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lodi, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
respite care
errands
+ 1 more
licensed practical nurse for 9 years as of 2025 5 years of experience in long term Looking for private duty home care. Experienced in g tube feedings, nebulizer treatments, medication management, Wound care, catheters, incontinent care, special needs, dementia, Incontinence care and memory care.

Joanne I. says "I don't even know where to begin. Jillene was a perfect match to care for my dad who was on hospice. I am crying as I am writing this in the short...

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Olivia M.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello My name is Olivia. 33-year-old new mom to a beautiful 1-year-old baby girl . Very reliable and willing to always help out where and when I can. Im available for transportation to and from school or after school activities. I have 4 years of experience with transport/ nanny services including working with a special needs...

Former Member A. says "Olivia is amazing, her energy and her aura was amazing to be around .definitely a keeper"

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Gianna C.

Care

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
All children adore me I love to play all types of board games as well as any games the children love I have a diabetic nephew and along with 8 another nephews. I love going to the parks and arts and crafts as well. If anything needs to be done I'll be the first one to make sure it's done and done correctly. I have a 2020 jeep...

Donna C. says "Gianna is my daughter. Ever since she was little she adored children she always jumps into action when something is wrong or even when someone wants to...

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Adriana M.

Part Time

North Arlington, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
HI , my name is Adriana. I'm 56 years old . I have my certificate for Homemaker , CNA . In the last 4 years, I have taken care of eldery with special needs. I love taking care of seniors and providing all needs for families . I also clean and can prepare meals . I am CPR trained. I have my own car, reliable for doctors...

Nancy B. says "Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to...

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Tara P.

Super Fun Sitter Ready To Make Your Day!

Caldwell, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I have 3+ years of child care experience. I am totally willing to help with errands and light housework. I have special needs care experience, including being a teacher's aide in a special needs classroom. Excited to hear from you! :)

Care Member says "Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!"

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Erin G.

Wood Ridge, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
I am extremely passionate about empowering individuals with special needs! As an occupational therapy student, I can assist with activities of daily living, and care for individuals with whatever else they may need.
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Christina S.

Passaic, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
I been in the field for 15 year u have the opportunity to meet all different people im kind I have a lot of compassion.

Kiara G. says "Christina has been great taking care of my 3 year old."

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Marc B.

Special Needs Caregiver

Saddle Brook, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Marc. After years of Retail Management, I have decided to pursue my passion for helping others. I am a mature, responsible adult, who is very family oriented. My passion for special needs care giving started with raising my medically fragile disabled child, who is now an adult. My son has a rare seizure disorder,...

Aimee S. says "Mark is a very caring individual when it comes to helping other in need. Very compassionate and hard working. Will go that extra mile in any situation....

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Melissa J.

East Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with 16 years in the field, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and calm nature allows me to create a nurturing environment where children feel safe and supported. I am also creative and imaginative, always finding fun and educational...

Care Member says "Melissa is the most wonderful sitter we’ve ever had. She is so warm, caring, and engaged with our daughter. Her #1 priority is safety and I’ve always...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.25/hr as of August 2025

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Special Needs Caregivers in Cedar Grove, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Ahnia B.

Ahnia is a proactive nanny. She was great with communication, being on time and really just caring for our little one. She set up playdates...

- Care member

Joanna F.

Joanna is highly dependable and brings experience, intelligence, and gentle loving care to your child. She's fun, creative and a great...

- Diane M.

Sandra B.

Sandra takes her role as caretaker seriously. She is responsible and nurturing. She has cared for my 6 month old for two month and has...

- Charlotte C.

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