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Hi everybody, my name is Marie. I am a loving wife and mother. I am an honest, respectful and a loving individual. I have been working as a licensed practical nurse for about 12 years now. I have worked with the pediatric and geriatric population for many years. I have lots of Experience with different types of diagnosis.. I am...
Amanda R.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.0
(4)
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Hello! I live in Newark, NJ and I am a creative, compassionate, and positive person with about three and a half years experience in child care. I have experience working with multiple families! I have worked with newborns, toddlers, special needs, as well as helped with meal prep and animal care. I also don't smoke and have my...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Amanda was an amazing Nanny and addition to our family for two years. When I first hired her, I thought I was just getting essentially a babysitter but my two kids (10 months and 3 years old ) got a second...
Reviewed by Holly P.
Wendy Z.
Staten Island, NY
$20-30/hr • 8 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...
Recent review:
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.
5.0
(1)
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Hello! My name is Sarah. I am 24 years of age & I live in East Brunswick. I have 7 years of experience watching children with special needs. I have lots of compassion & patience. I have worked with children ages 4-9 with Autism (Verbal and Non-Verbal). It takes a lot of courage to have a warm heart for children who have serious...
5.0
(1)
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Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities and physically abused at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French nonprofit organization "L'École de clown" where I was...
Cathi A.
Parlin, NJ
$38/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
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I have extensive experience in the child care field, providing a loving, caring, and nurturing environment for children of all ages, from infants through early teens. Adaptable to special needs children and their care. I'm also a pet lover.
Recent reviews:
5.0
As a single parent, I couldn't have raised such a great son without her. She was always there to support both my son and me. She has great values and I trusted every decision she made when my son was in her...
Reviewed by Heidi C.
Liz R.
Marlboro, NJ
$45-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Occupational Therapy Student With A lot Of Experience With Children Requiring Special Attention
5.0
(1)
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I have a master degree in occupational therapy with a psychology minor. I currently work in early intervention and out patient therapy. I am a ASDCS, trained ADOS administrator, IEP advocate, and parent coach. I have educational and clinical experience with ABA and a vast understanding of how to carry out behavioral plans. I am...
Recent review:
5.0
Liz helped me and my children through one of the most trying times. I was at home working with my 1 and 2 year old when the pandemic started and I'm not sure I would of made it through without her. She worked...
Reviewed by Sarah C.
Amanda B.
Hazlet, NJ
$20/hr • 9 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...
5.0
(1)
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Hello! I am a 27-year-old middle school language arts teacher living in Woodbridge, NJ. I AM FULLY COVID-19 VACCINATED!! I have my bachelor's degree in English and my Master's in Teaching with certifications in k-6, special ed., and middle school (5-8) language arts. Personally, I have worked with children for as long as I can...
Recent review:
5.0
Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the boys to the library, the park, to get ice cream after...
Reviewed by Ariya V.
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...
Recent review:
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.
Rebecca S.
South River, NJ
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Diligent College Grad With Experience With Special Needs
5.0
(1)
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I am a certified Elementary teacher. I have taught PreK with 3 and 4-year-olds for three years, 3rd grade for 1 year, and 2nd grade for 1 year. I have experience working with children with special needs from all of those settings. I have also provided respite care for families with children with special needs who need consistent...
5.0
(2)
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Hello! I am a certified teacher and I currently work in a school district in NJ. I am a kindergarten and first grade special education teacher. I am available for tutoring and babysitting. I have my own transportation and I have extensive experience working with students with special needs! I have been babysitting for over 6...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Allison impressed us very much! She showed up early and reviewed our newborn's care plan ahead of time. She was diligent and made sure to keep us updated. She put our minds at ease and we are so thankful for...
Reviewed by Gabriella U.
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,...
Katie B.
Old Bridge, NJ
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(5)
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I have worked in the DDD and mental health fields for over 10 years. I have been a job coach to all kinds of different people, including autistic, TBI patients, and mentally challenged.
Recent reviews:
5.0
My son was a resident at a program in NJ. She was very kind to my son and he thinks of her as a friend to this day. When I brought him home to live in his own apartment she traveled to see him and his place....
Reviewed by Joyce O.
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...
Recent reviews:
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.
Nicole G.
Staten Island, NY
$25-50/hr • 5 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 &...
Recent review:
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.
Toniann P.
Old Bridge, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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Hi! I'm Toniann, but prefer to be called Toni! I'm a 20-year-old Health Science student at Brookdale Community College. I've been actively babysitting since 15 years old and I am also a swim coach for special needs athletes. My most recent experience was as a Nanny for a now 1-year-old child. I began working with this family...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Toniann is a very attentive baby sitter for my 11 month old son Bradley! She listens to instructions and handles all of the babies needs with ease! Love to have her over to baby sit more!
Reviewed by CJ P.
5.0
(3)
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Dependable Honest Reliable baby sitter and senior care enjoy working with children do activity prepare snack dinner help with home work do activity ready for bed experience with special needs children CMA, CPR, CHHA, CNA love working with children & adult now I'm available over night and mornings I never had covid19 and I'm...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Manjit is very reliable and dependable. She helped with picking and dropping off my 4 year daughter and is good with children as well.
Reviewed by Ash R.
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...
Recent review:
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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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cliffwood, NJ
Amanda R.
5.0
Amanda is a super sweet, reliable and patient caregiver. She takes care of my baby boy since he was 4 months old and does really well with meeting all his needs. We're very happy we found her!
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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.
Cathi A.
5.0
As a single parent, I couldn't have raised such a great son without her. She was always there to support both my son and me. She has great values and I trusted every decision she made when my son was in her care. He is now 23 and both he and I still keep in touch with Cathi and see her...
- Heidi C.
Liz R.
5.0
Liz helped me and my children through one of the most trying times. I was at home working with my 1 and 2 year old when the pandemic started and I'm not sure I would of made it through without her. She worked around 20 hours a week and always made the children her priority. Whether it was doing a...
- Sarah C.
Melissa C.
5.0
Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the boys to the library, the park, to get ice cream after camp. Melissa became part of our family and she will always be. My boys adore her. We wish...
- Ariya V.
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