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Patricia S.

Experienced Special Education Teacher And Mother

Montville, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently a grade three special education inclusion teacher, with over 10 years experience, as well as a mother to a 19-year-old daughter, who was a special needs child. My experience includes not only classroom teaching, but I also had been the co-head-teacher of my school's after-school program, servicing children from...
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Denville, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
With three years of experience caring for special need children, I bring a patient, creative, and friendly approach to childcare. I hold a college degree and am passionate about fostering each child's unique growth and development. I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and educational games. I am comfortable caring for...
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A Lifelong Friend!

Mount Arlington, NJ

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$20/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hello my name is Briana and I am 23 years old. I have been a nanny and respite care companion for older special needs adolescents for 7 years with one of them being in a school setting. I have 3 generations ahead of me and I help out with all of them. I am attentive, kind, caring and patient! I can provide great references and I...
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Wharton, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Mon-Fri DDD Supports Coordinator with trainings and professional experience with adults with special needs. Volunteer experience working as a buddy/leader for adults and children with special needs.
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Sparta, NJ

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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Part-time nanny based in NJ with a degree in education in Brazil and over than 5 years of school work experience with children from 2-10 years old. 1. 5 years of experience as an au pair in NY. Experienced with structured routines, school transportation, and supporting children with and without special needs. Reliable driver,...
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Caretaker W/ Family Experience

Rockaway, NJ

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$35/hr
6 years experience
Hi! My name is Alina. I have 6+ years of experience working with children with special needs through families I've connected with on Care. com, along with lifelong experience growing up with my brother who is autistic and nonverbal. I have strong experience supporting RPM and letter board communication methods, helping children...
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Rockaway, NJ

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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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Hi! My name is Alina. I have over 7 years of experience working with families through Care. com providing childcare, household support, and pet care. For the past 4 years I've worked as a nanny, including experience supporting children with special needs. Growing up with my brother who is autistic and nonverbal gave me a...
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Denville, NJ

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$19/hr
I have experience working with children on the autism spectrum and approach each child with patience, empathy, and understanding. I focus on creating a calm, structured environment and use clear communication and sensory-aware practices to support their unique needs and strengths. My goal is always to help each child feel safe,...
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Rockaway, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Certified nurse. I have experience with autism spectrum based in ABC therapy. I worked as a paraprofessional with special needs children.
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Part Time Nursing Assistant Available

Randolph, NJ

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Identified changes in Client or Patient Behavior, work with them in daily activities, and assisted when is needed it. Assisted in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being
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Sparta, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hello, my name is Diana and I am a 23-year-old seeking either babysitting or petsitting opportunities to make some extra money. I have experience babysitting and assisting families with transportation, cleaning, cooking, homework, or any other errands or needs. I also come from a family of several pets and love all animals. I am...
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After School And Weekend Care Provider

Randolph, NJ

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Leah! I'm currently a paraprofessional in a public school, meaning a one to one with a special needs student. My previous experiences are assistant and lead teacher of infant and toddler classes. I have professional experience with children between 6 weeks and 8 years. I am CPR, First aid, and AED certified. I am...
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Landing, NJ

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$24/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Georgia, I am 21 years old and i'd love to help with your little ones! I have been babysitting for 7 years. I am comfortable enforcing household rules and ensuring children's safety. I am also willing to assist with tasks such as cooking, meal preparation, carpooling and housekeeping! My First Aid training, as...
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Caregiver/Companion

Parsippany, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My experience working with the elderly includes bathing, light housekeeping, preparing meals, shopping, grooming, running errands, driving mobile van, using a hover lift and dressing wounds. I worked with special needs patients with, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's and Multiple Sclerosis. I'm very passionate working with the...
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Randolph, NJ

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$27/hr
I graduated from Penn State University in 2023 majoring in Communications Sciences and Disorders and minoring in Human Development and Family Studies to then attend Montclair State University where I will be receiving my Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology in the winter of 2026. For my final semester, I will be working...
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Rockaway, NJ

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$19/hr
10 years experience
I am an experienced special education teacher, mother and caregiver. I specialize in working with people with ADHD and autism spectrum disorder. I have 13 years of teaching experience and training. My style is DIR incorporated with ABA teaching styles. Allowing for real life opportunities for learning, personal growth and...
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Certified Dementia Care Practitioner And Senior Activities Professional

Wharton, NJ

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Experienced in one-on-one, small group and large group activities for seniors and those living with dementia.
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RN

Stanhope, NJ

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I worked as a RN for 1, 5 years on a med-surg unit, also on a child psychiatric unit for about a year, plus I have working experience with elderlies from the position as a RN in a nursing home.
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Parsippany, NJ

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$18/hr
I am looking to care! A student and healthcare professional with good energy and responsibility and care. I have medical experience
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John V.'s Photo

Boonton, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I had the wonderful privilege of directly being responsible for the direct care of 12 middle school aged girls who came from diverse backgrounds. Majority of these girls came from broken homes and poverty.
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