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Blanca V.


Cedar Knolls, NJ

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Available Care Giver For Elderly And Special Needs Children

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I have worked for Bayada nurses, also for loving care which are facilities that provide care for elderly, special needs, and hospice patients.
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Elyse S.


Cedar Knolls, NJ

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter Just Moved Back To Town!

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Hey there! I've been babysitting and working with children for about 15 years now! I usually do lab work full time but about 3 years ago I moved to Oregon for a bit. I moved back home last week to help out with some family things and now I'm looking to help support my family before I find a lab job! I am kind, caring,...
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Tatyana L.


Summit, NJ

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Loving Atmosphere

5.0

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Hello, my name is Tatyana. I am 23 years old. I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, crafts, Swimming Supervision, homework, and creating a loving and healthy environment for your children while you are away. I am comfortable and happy to care for children of all ages and those who may have special...
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Tara P.


Caldwell, NJ

$20-22/hr3 yrs exp

Super Fun Sitter Ready To Make Your Day!

5.0

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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! :)
5.0
"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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Olivia B.


Montville, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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My name is Olivia and I am a professional nanny. I have over 15 years of experience taking care of children. I also have experience working with adults/children with special needs. I worked at a group home for developmentally disabled adults for 10 years. For my most recent family, I helped with housekeeping, after school...
5.0
"Olivia worked in my daycare center until I sold it. She was a favorite amongst all the parents many whom she wound up babysitting for after work and on weekends. During and after I sold my Daycare Olivia...

Reviewed by Nicole B.

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Melissa T.


Randolph, NJ

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

5.0

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My name is Melissa and I absolutely love kids! I am from Randolph, NJ. I am an occupational therapist in a public district. I am passionate about working with all children, especially those with special needs. I love doing arts and crafts, reading and running around with kids, but I am also here to help around the house with...
5.0
"Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a kind, caring, and responsible nanny. She communicated...

Reviewed by Johanna F.

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Christina S.


Denville, NJ

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Creative And Energetic Sitter

5.0

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Hi, My name is Christina and I graduated from college at Kent State University majoring in Nursing this past May. I have been a babysitter for the past five years with various families that have different child needs. I am very adaptable with many circumstances. In the past, I have babysat for a family with five children and it...
5.0
"Christina was so amazing with my daughters. She was always punctual, very dependable, took great care of the kiddos, even took them for treats. We were so fortunate to have her! She's moved away from us but...

Reviewed by Jennifer D.

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Lynne D.


Denville, NJ

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With A Lifetime Of Experience

5.0

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Hi, my name is Lynne. I am a mother of two adult daughters and a grandmother of five perfect grandsons. I have worked in childcare for most of my life and raised two strong, independent, kind daughters. I have extensive experience with special needs children and am happy to care for families with up to three children, and am...
5.0
"Lynne was more than a caregiver for our two girls-something she excelled at. She was an extension of our family. Her warm and kind personality makes everyone feel at ease. She doesn't just do what you'd expect...

Reviewed by Elena M.

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Michelle H.


Morristown, NJ

$39/hr10 yrs exp

4.8

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I am currently a RN major and certified for CPR. I am very family oriented and have 13 years of experienced dealing with newborns to preteen. I also have experience with dealing with special needs and sick children. I am outgoing, friendly, and respectful . I love doing crafts, arts, painting, reading, swimming anything...
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"Michelle is extremely charismatic, gentle and very caring. She takes care of my son and always goes the extra mile to make sure he is happy. :) She enjoys doing crafts like painting , making cakes or cookies....

Reviewed by Amy A.

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Juicia R.


Dover, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

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5.0

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I have experience with a family up to 6 children at a time including families with twins. I've cared for infants up to preteens. I helped with activities, time management, driving, cleaning, games... etc. I cared for children with special needs like diabetes and sensory issues. One family of twins I had them from 3 weeks old and...
5.0
"Juicia is wonderful. She took amazing care of my son, who was 6 months old when she started. She was extremely attentive, caring, thoughtful, and was always interacting with my son, engaging him in activities,...

Reviewed by Deborah W.

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Bonnie R.


Randolph, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Determined To Provide Wonderful Care To Your Child On A Part-time Basis.

5.0

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I have been babysitting for over 36 years. While I do not have my own children, I hold the children in my heart that I do work with near and dear to my heart. I have babysat for newborns to teenagers. I also specialize in working with children or adults with special needs. Sometimes I can be available upon short notice. I am...
5.0
"Bonnie is amazing. She is great with young kids, very dependable and trustworthy. She plans days in advance for activities and adventures for the kids. She always asks permission and she just has a great heart....

Reviewed by Hayley M.

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Megan C.


Morristown, NJ

$15-30/hr9 yrs exp

Musician, music-therapist/part-time Caregiver

5.0

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I am a full-time music therapist and musician interested in providing child care services and/or adapted music lessons. I have extensive experience in child care and have worked with children and adults of all ages and diagnoses. I am a reliable, responsible, and patient individual full of compassion and creativity. I am open to...
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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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Michelle M.


Madison, NJ

$45-50/hr8 yrs exp

Reliable Nanny Looking For Flexible Hours (Summer Employment)

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I have a bachelors degree from West Virginia University in Child Development and Family Studies. My concentration was Early Childhood Education and Preschool Special Needs. I have a masters degree in PreK-4th Grade Education from University in Pittsburgh, PA. I have been working with a wide range of students from special needs,...
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Melinda W.


Morristown, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Mother Whose Children Are All Grown Up! With Extra Time On Hands

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Hi! I'm Melinda. I have 4 children that are all grownup now which leaves me a lot of free time and looking for some extra work. My son has diabetes and one of daughters is a very bad asthmatic so I have much experience with both. I am a LPN (licensed practical nurse) and have been working for almost 20 years as one. I am located...
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Cate M.


Summit, NJ

$17-30/hr8 yrs exp

Full- Time Temporary Employment Care Giver

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I am a 24-year-old Registered Nurse seeking per-diem employment as a caregiver or companion. I have been working as an RN on an inpatient Medicine and Oncology floor in Colorado for the past 2 years and have recently relocated back to NJ. I also have experience working at an Acute Behavioral and Chemical Dependency Hospital. I...
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Christina C.


Denville, NJ

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver And Personal Trainer.

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I have had the privilege of working with a variety of special needs children and teenagers. Whether working in a school setting or a fitness setting I am certain to be a great fit.
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Danielle C.


Madison, NJ

$25-39/hr10 yrs exp

Safety First. Then, Enjoy Life!

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Hi, My name is Danielle and I am 55 years old. I am the responsible single mother of a wonderful 32-year-old young lady with Down Syndrome. I have quite a lot of experience being an advocate and in helping with services, programs, and therapies. I was a volunteer paraeducator at a special school and have experience with many...
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Michelle H.


Morristown, NJ

$18-23/hr9 yrs exp

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I have over seven years experience with children who are on the autistic spectrum. I have experience with the G-tube dispensing medicine, doing physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech activities with children who are nonverbal .
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Leah K.


East Hanover, NJ

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Fun, Caring, Intelligent College Student Looking For A Summer Job

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Hi, my name is Leah and I am a rising senior at Sacred Heart University! I am looking for a family who may need an extra hand here and there with their children, as I am starting a full-time internship this summer. I have been around children my whole life coming from a big family I always was eager to lend a hand. Additionally,...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cedar Knolls, NJ

Tara P.

5.0

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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Olivia B.

5.0

Olivia worked in my daycare center until I sold it. She was a favorite amongst all the parents many whom she wound up babysitting for after work and on weekends. During and after I sold my Daycare Olivia babysat my 4 children who are now all teenagers. Olivia has maintained a relationship long...

- Nicole B.

Melissa T.

5.0

Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a kind, caring, and responsible nanny. She communicated daily about when she was picking him up and any other updates that were good for us to know....

- Johanna F.

Christina S.

5.0

Christina did a wonderful job with my 2 boys. My oldest (8yr) has ADHD and my youngest (3yr) absolutely loved her and were always happy after she spent time with them. Christina is very sweet and always communicated with me what was going on with the boys. She does a wonderful job and I would highly...

- Christina G.

Lynne D.

5.0

Lynne was more than a caregiver for our two girls-something she excelled at. She was an extension of our family. Her warm and kind personality makes everyone feel at ease. She doesn't just do what you'd expect of a nanny. She anticipated our unspoken needs and brought a sense of calm and peace to...

- Elena M.

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