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Tiana T.


Elizabethport, NJ

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

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Working for multiple families, one of which a family of 5, 2 of 3 children were autistic. I managed meal preparation and I also worked date nights so I put the children to sleep. I've been to speech, and swim with some of the children.
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Taylia J.


Elizabethport, NJ

$18-26/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Taylia , I have lots of experience with kids over the years I've been volunteering at after school programs and sporting events for teens , elderly as those with disabilities , also I have prior work experience with children of all ages most importantly including infants , I once was a live in sitter for 2 years...
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Tiana T.


Elizabethport, NJ

$20/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Tiana. I have a background of babysitting children with special needs. I have 5 years of babysitting experience. I have babysat and cared for children of the ages of 4 months to 13 years old. I recently graduated from college with my BA in Criminal Justice and Psychology. I am Covid vaccinated and have my own...
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Sharifa F.


Elizabeth, NJ

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Going To Kean For Teaching

3.0

(2)

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Short: I am going to school to become a teacher for k-3 and special needs. I am open to any and all activities. I have babysat ages 6 months to 11 years. Minimum of 5 hours for one time jobs s& 20 hours for reoccurring. Long: -As a babysitter, I have assisted in homework, cleaning and entertaining children. I can and will...

Recent review:

5.0
We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and...

Reviewed by Steven C.

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Jessica A.


Jersey City, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Infant Specialist

5.0

(1)

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My work experience is as follows: From June 2001 through May 2005 Care of 31 newborns with special needs from Severe re-flux disorder to Failure to Thrive cases June 2007 - Oct. 2008 Holzkirchen , DE Live in Nanny 3B ages 3 5 7 after school care and all child related needs, i. e school work, driving to sports, Dr. appointments,...

Recent review:

5.0
We hired Jess as a night nurse for our newborn and she was with us for 4 months. She was always punctual, knowledgeable, and truly cared for our daughter's wellbeing. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed by Hannah D.

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Carol A.


Staten Island, NY

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Defenitely A Smile Creator!

5.0

(1)

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Empathetic, patient, caring experienced senior and special needs caregiver with 24+ years experience. Will care for your family member as if they were my own family. Vast experience in Cerebral Palsy, seizure disorders, Alzheimer, Parkinson, Hospice Care. CPR certified and certified in Medication Administration. I am also...

Recent review:

5.0
My family was very lucky to have Carol come into our lives at a very difficult time. Carol helped take care of my mother for six months until her passing in June. Carol showed a great deal of compassion,...

Reviewed by Jody F.

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Jessica C.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For Full Time Work In Late Summer

5.0

(1)

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I am an experienced childcare provider based near Prospect Park in Brooklyn. I grew up in a large family, and would attribute my passion for childcare to my close relationship with my younger siblings. I started babysitting for special-needs families at the age of 15, and have continued my career in childcare ever since. I have...

Recent review:

5.0
I was Jessica's martial arts instructor for nearly a decade. During that time she was a regular part of our Coaching Assistant staff. Jessica was great with working with students of all ages, but particularly...

Reviewed by Jose J.

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Ashley M.


Newark, NJ

$40/hr15 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

5.0

(4)

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I come from a family of 10 children and I am the second eldest. I grew up in a busy household and recognized early that I wanted to make a career out of working with children professionally. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in honors psychology and neuroscience taking courses in lifespan psychology and early child...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Ashley is a hard working and reliable young lady. She gives of her time and talents to minister to others.

Reviewed by Leslie H.

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Eka B.


New York, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

My Overall Skills

5.0

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Certified HHA , CHA. I have skills to communicate and make them fill safe and happy. 20 year experience tough me how to deal with emergency and special needs

Recent review:

5.0
She is very loving, caring and trustworthy person. I always felt great when she took care of my mom. I highly recommend hiring her

Reviewed by Eka B.

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Zaliya A.


Jersey City, NJ

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am a caregiver with educational and assistant nursing background. I am a non smoker, always willing to learn about situations or cases and better ways to help improve the situation. I hope to hearing from you soon. Thank you.

Recent review:

5.0
Zaliya is wonderful! She is more than capable and a pleasure to be with.

Reviewed by Julie C.

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Tyshonna B.


Newark, NJ

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello! I am a dedicated and nurturing nanny with over five years of experience in childcare. I have a passion for creating a safe, stimulating, and loving environment for children to learn and grow. I am skilled in meal preparation, educational activities, homework helping, and providing a structured routine. I am certified in...

Recent review:

5.0
Outstanding Performance, very dependable, caring and such a wonderful person. I would recommend her to anyone. My children loved all her activities and the time they spent with her once I go back to work I will...

Reviewed by Care member

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Dahlia E.


Union, NJ

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

I Am Loving Caring And Dependable.

5.0

(1)

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I been working with seniors for over 8 years now specializing Alzheimer or Dementia and etc. I am licensed CNA and CHHA. I take care of seniors in assisted living. I am currently holding a DDD license as Individual Contractor working with DDD in the State of New Jersey.
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Kens S.


Rahway, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Supportive Role Model

5.0

(1)

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I'm a social work with 10+ experience in the field. I'm friendly kind respectful and most of all patient. I work with empathy and is goal oriented. Contact me if you need more information

Recent review:

5.0
Kens is by far the best care taker we have ever worked with. He is patient, kind, and very knowledgeable with his work. He makes sure to put his clients first, and treats them as if they were his own family...

Reviewed by Ashley G.

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Melissa C.


Woodbridge, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Tutor Available!

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.

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Jessica C.


Harrison, NJ

$24-30/hr6 yrs exp

Finding A Nanny? Here I Am.

5.0

(1)

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I'm Jessica! I'm oriented with educational areas but I'm more interested in personalized care. I have a degree based on pedagogy, I studied foreign languages in my country (Colombia) English and French and I worked as a teacher, I have experience teaching and taking care with kids with special needs and with ADHD. I have...

Recent review:

5.0
Jessica is a proactive girl, besides she is helpful and she can communicate in an excellent way, she is sociable, friendly and kind.

Reviewed by Diana E.

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Julie P.


Newark, NJ

$17/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am currently working at a school with students that have Autism. I currently work with 10 years old students, but I have experience with ages younger and older as well. I am working towards my teaching license here in NJ. I have previous experience from working with adults with disabilities. I love caring for and supporting...
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Jane F.


Jersey City, NJ

$49/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter Experience With Special Needs

5.0

(1)

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I am Speech Language Therapist completing my clinical fellowship and looking for after school day work. I have experience with children who are typically and atypically developing. I can provide tutoring for children various topics including English, and communication skills. Also have my own transportation - if needed I can do...
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Balbiany P.


Roselle Park, NJ

$27-35/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

5.0

(2)

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Hi!! My name is Balbiany. I have many years of experience with child care. I am the middle child, with two older sisters and two younger sisters, whom I cared for from age 14-19, while my parents worked. I've worked in a daycare facility located in Cranford, NJ. I've worked with the basketball clinics in Springfield, NJ. Nannied...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Extremely helpful. She follows directions well and cleans up after my son. Keeps my son entertained. My 2 year old son loves her!

Reviewed by Arlenis R.

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Sara N.


Jersey City, NJ

$38/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am currently working as an ELA Special Education Teacher for the Board of Education, for K-12. I assist children with emotional, cognitive, physical handicap, autism and other special needs. Other than teaching, I have also been babysitting for 6 years. I started off babysitting a new born baby and was with him till he was 2...

Recent review:

5.0
Sara has been watching our children for date nights. She is great at responding quickly to phone call/text when scheduling. She does such a wonderful job with the kids. She usually feeds, bathes and puts them...

Reviewed by Marissa S.

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Dashana C.


Jersey City, NJ

$10-25/hr8 yrs exp

Full-time Care Giver

5.0

(1)

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Assisting children and adults with daily life skills. Transporting children and adults to scheduled appointments. Maintaining household duties and responsibilities. Administering medications as needed. Working with different agencies such as DYFS, DDD & other referrals. Assisting clients at their places of employment. Work with...

Recent review:

5.0
Ms. C. is a wonderful professional who is also very personable. She watched my cat for me while I was out of town for some time and I was very pleased with her services. My cat was well taken cared of and...

Reviewed by Sara K.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elizabethport, NJ

Sharifa F.

5.0

We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and birthdays, she's someone we can always count on regularly , we recommend her highly!

- Steven C.

Jessica A.

5.0

We hired Jess as a night nurse for our newborn and she was with us for 4 months. She was always punctual, knowledgeable, and truly cared for our daughter's wellbeing. I highly recommend her!

- Hannah D.

Carol A.

5.0

My family was very lucky to have Carol come into our lives at a very difficult time. Carol helped take care of my mother for six months until her passing in June. Carol showed a great deal of compassion, concern and caring for my mother which my Mom truly appreciated. Carol's expertise in her...

- Jody F.

Jessica C.

5.0

I was Jessica's martial arts instructor for nearly a decade. During that time she was a regular part of our Coaching Assistant staff. Jessica was great with working with students of all ages, but particularly shined when working with the younger students (ages 3-7).

- Jose J.

Ashley M.

5.0

Ashley has been our nanny for over five years. She has been fantastic! She has taken exceptional care of our four children. My husband and I highly recommend Ashley as a nanny.

- Staci S.

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