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Alyce B.

I Am A Special Needs Sibling And Caregiver

Fairfield, NJ

from: $15/hr

10 years experience

I am the energetic mother of 4 grown children and was a caregiver for over 25 years to my brother, who I grew up with, and had Downs Syndrome. He came to live with me shortly after I married and he was an integral part of my family. I was fully responsible for every area of his life and daily care. I implemented all of his...

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Chloe S.

Cedar Grove, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

meal prep

craft assistance

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

Hi! My name is Chloe and I just graduated with my Masters in Occupational Therapy . I am in search of a part time babysitting position while I take time to study for my board exam/start my career. I an available from Dec 15-end of February and have a flexible seclude. I have experience babysitting, nannying, and tutoring for...

Banu K. says "My daughter loves spending time with Chloe! She keeps her engaged, teaches her new games, which she later on plays by herself. Chloe is very punctual and...

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Warren N.

East Orange, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Light cleaning

hospice services

meal prep

errands

transportation

+ 1 more

Hi, I have experience working with individuals with specials needs as a residential counselor and Direct support Professional. I worked with the youth and elderly, helping them do daily tasks and giving medication. I also have experience working as an event coordinator and office assistant so I'm great at multitasking. My...

James T. says "Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again."

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Nashaly M.

Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Light cleaning

craft assistance

I am a Behavioral Therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology and interested in babysitting/nannying part time. I love working with kids and have worked at a daycare for almost 2 years and another for about a year now. My mother is also a teacher who has taught me a lot on how to care for a child. I have a 3-year-old brother who...

Hitesh M. says "Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time ."

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Kelli P.

Caring, Married, Mother Of 2 Adult Children,

Little Falls, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience

Travel

swimming supervision

craft assistance

I was a stay at home mother of two children, while caring for my own children I cared for my friends baby for the first year of his life, in 2004 when my kids were in school I applied to Little Falls School #3 (3-4 grade) as a Lunch Aid/substitute School Secretary, in 2007 I applied to Little Falls School #2 as a Teachers Aide...

Natalie P. says "Kelli looked after my 2 kids full time for 2 years, until my youngest started kindergarten. She's incredibly punctual and helped my youngest learn the...

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Tyler A.

Montclair, NJ

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

meal prep

craft assistance

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

I'm a compassionate caregiver with 16+ years of childcare experience. My background includes babysitting, nannying, working in schools, and serving as both a Youth Behavioral Assistant and Youth Mental Health Therapist/Coach. I hold a Master's degree in Theoretical-Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. I currently work...

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Jubilee R.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $21/hr

2 years experience

Hi everyone! My name is Jubilee a rising senior at Rutgers University Newark. I have three years of experience taking care of my cousin. He is a high functioning high school boy on the Autism spectrum. In regards to asthma, allergies and other delays I deal with them on a daily basis. I am an energetic, kind, adaptable, always...

Debra M. says "Jubilee is a pleasure to work with. She's caring, personable, respectful and good with our 22 year old special needs son. He really enjoys spending time...

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Jessica B.

East Orange, NJ

5.0(0)

from: $25/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Dedicated CNA & Home Health Aide with 5 Years of Professional Experience. reliable companion Aid that will always show up and get the job done

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Kim G.

Part-time Caregiver

Montclair, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

5 years experience

Hi Mommy's/ Daddy's! Looking for a fun and reliable Babysitter? Search no further, because I am ready for the job. With over five years' experience in babysitting and daycare roles, I will step in and make an immediate positive contribution in the lives of you and your children. Are seeking someone who can take babysitting...

Nicole M. says "Kim is incredibly honest, caring, considerate, energetic and conscientious person I know. I have trusted her with caring for my family before and so i...

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Taryya E.

South Orange, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Travel

meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

Hi families, My name is Taryya and I am an experienced, reliable, and caring sitter. I have been a sitter for nine years now with experience with children from all ages and backgrounds, and children with special needs. I have worked as a behavior technician, as well as a teachers assistant in the past, I have amazing references,...

Tyesha P. says "Taryya watched my son from the time he was 6 until she went off to college. He's 9 now and misses her very much, we both do. My son is special needs and...

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Christina S.

Creative And Energetic Sitter

Denville, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

swimming supervision

craft assistance

travel

+ 1 more

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...

Christina G. says "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...

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Mackenzie M.

Babysitter

Boonton, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

Meal prep

light cleaning

swimming supervision

craft assistance

travel

+ 1 more

I have been babysitting and nannying for the past 14 years. I started working with four foster children in 2011. I was responsible for their meals, nap-time, and taking the children to and from activities/appointments. I have worked with children with special needs.

Sandra C. says "I could rely on MacKenzie to take care of our 4 children without worrying. I knew she would handle any situation that came up sensibly. She's like one of...

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Rebecca A.

Nanny,Personal Assistant

Montclair, NJ

5.0(0)

from: $22/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

meal prep

craft assistance

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

Hi my name is Becca or Becs! I absolutely love young minds! I'm extremely punctual, patient, flexible, energetic, and fun. On the other hand I've had to run an entire household from sun up to sun down on my own so I know that kids can be wild and I'm totally prepared to become a jungle gym. I personally incorporate gentle...

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Gianna C.

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

swimming supervision

craft assistance

travel

+ 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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Janyia M.

Childcare Service

Montclair, NJ

3.7(1)

from: $30/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

meal prep

craft assistance

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

Hello! I began to babysit kids around the age of 12. During my child-care career, I have worked in schools, summer camps, and nanny agencies. While working in child care, I have been approached with different situations. Such as working overnight, assisting at birthday parties, working with special needs children, and many more....

Keshia C. says "Janiya is the best of the best. She was punctual and loads of fun, my kids took to her immediately. She was kind a very patient with then even taught them...

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Farisa K.

Special Needs Babysitter/nanny

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

5 years experience

My grandmother was a health care worker that worked with both adults and children with special needs. I become a substitute teacher and fell in love with teaching and nurturing children that have special needs. I discovered my passion for special education as a teachers assistant for children on the autism spectrum. Since then I...

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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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Farisa K.

Experienced Babysitter And Teacher

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Swimming supervision

light cleaning

travel

craft assistance

carpooling

As the oldest child, I grew up taking care of my 4 siblings. Coming from a large extended family, I also took care of my cousins. My love for children is what drove me to become a teacher. I love working with children of all ages. Not only can I provide a safe and fun time, I can also incorporate academics into the experience. I...

Care Member says "Farisa is hands down the best baby sitter we have ever worked with. My 18-month old daughter is extremely shy and was going through major separation...

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Mitchna J.

Experienced Babysitter - Available Full Time

West Orange, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

I'm a professional nanny with over nine years of experience supporting children through calm, structured, and developmentally informed care. I hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) and bring a strong understanding of early childhood development across different ages and stages. I value consistency, clear expectations, and...

Joy W. says "Mimi took care of my infant daughter for a few months. She was responsible, caring, and followed the schedule I gave her. Highly recommend her!"

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Olivia M.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $22/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Travel

swimming supervision

craft assistance

carpooling

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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Chloe S.

My daughter loves spending time with Chloe! She keeps her engaged, teaches her new games, which she later on plays by herself. Chloe is very...

- Banu K.

Warren N.

Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again.

- James T.

Nashaly M.

Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time .

- Hitesh M.

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Fairfield, NJ

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Alyce B.

I Am A Special Needs Sibling And Caregiver

Chloe S.

Warren N.

Nashaly M.

Kelli P.

Caring, Married, Mother Of 2 Adult Children,

Tyler A.

Jubilee R.

Jessica B.

Kim G.

Part-time Caregiver

Taryya E.

Christina S.

Creative And Energetic Sitter

Mackenzie M.

Babysitter

Rebecca A.

Nanny,Personal Assistant

Gianna C.

Janyia M.

Childcare Service

Farisa K.

Special Needs Babysitter/nanny

Christina S.

Farisa K.

Experienced Babysitter And Teacher

Mitchna J.

Experienced Babysitter - Available Full Time

Olivia M.

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Fairfield, NJ

Chloe S.

Warren N.

Nashaly M.

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