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Tais A.
Hillside, NJ
$24-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
+3000 Hours Of Childcare Reliable Driver Excellent Swimmer English, Spanish, Portuguese Speaker
5.0
(3)
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Hello families,
I'm Tais and I'm 26yo, I'm a very polite person, and responsible. I love kids and I'm energetic to play with them. For me, patience is the key when you handle with kids, be kind and interactive too.
Currently, I've been babysitting full time a 4yo boy and a newborn baby, I've been with the same family for 2 years...
5.0
"Tais helped us for one weekend. She did a very good job to take care of my active 3-year-old girl. She is proficient in childcare and operated independently with minimal instructions."
Reviewed by Yaping W.
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...
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.
5.0
(1)
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Hey there . My name is Surayyah and I am a 2018 graduate of Bloomfield College. My major was Sociology/Criminal Justice.
I have experience with all ages as well as the special needs population. I can provide great references, I have my own transportation, and I am also CPR certified. I have no problems running errands if...
5.0
"Surayyah was a tremendous help to our family, always willing to pitch in wherever we needed - shuttling our 3 kids to after-school activities, walking the dog, helping with homework, making the kids' dinner and...
Reviewed by Sarah K.
5.0
(1)
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I have experience working with people with dementia, diabetes, párkinson, back surgery, hight blood pressure, patient in hospice 95 years old, feeling, administering medications
Assist my patients in the bathroom
I take them to doctors appointments and I cook for them
Encourage my patients to walk and continue practicing...
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
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.
5.0
(3)
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I have extensive experience as a (Vaccinated) Senior Companion Caregiver and a CHHA provider. My approach is to care for each person with respect, kindness and understanding - everyone has a past, present and future. My goal is to provide comfort, safety, companionship, and good health for your loved one. I have worked with many...
5.0
"Dana has been working for us for 9+ months taking care of our beautiful mother. She is professional, dependable, caring, loving, knowledgeable and plays an integral part in the overall health and wellness of...
Reviewed by Sean N.
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...
5.0
"Camelia was hired as a nanny to take care of my baby about one year of age for nine months. Camelia is very caring and have great interactions with my daughter. My daughter enjoyed play time with Camelia and...
Reviewed by Michelle M.
5.0
(2)
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My motto is there is always something to smile and laugh about. I have worked with many types of people while working on an ambulance for the last 10 years. I have been trained in emergency medical situations and continue my education through courses yearly. I feel that working with people in any aspect comes down to one thing,...
5.0
"Michelle is extremely reliable, friendly and honest! She would be an asset to any family, she's wonderful with children to the elderly, and everyone in between!! She's an outstanding EMT, with years of...
Reviewed by Brigid F.
5.0
(3)
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My name is Violeta. I am a certified home health aide. I have always enjoyed working with the elderly people. I have great respect for their wisdom and really listen to their needs and concerns. Thus, I was assisting seniors as a live-in/live-out aide for over 20 years. I have worked in NYC, Westport, CT and New Jersey. Through...
5.0
"Violeta was employed by our family 2015-2017. During that time she cared for our invalid mother who was wheelchair bound. Violeta's duties included all mom's physical care, meal preparation, laundry and light...
Reviewed by Lisa Z.
5.0
(2)
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Over 8 years of experience working with special needs clients ranging from children as well as adults. I am skilled in working with varied handicapping conditions. I have the ability to deal with any difficult situation with consideration as well as care. It is very important to me that all my clients feel special and needs are...
Elsie O.
Orange, NJ
$25-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I am caring and compassionate and enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have 15 years of experience in caring for seniors. I'm a certified home health aid and also a certified CNA. This is something that I'm very passionate about . I have experience in alzheimers, dementia, stroke, diabetes and total car.
I...
5.0
"Elsie is a respectable hard working lady who is so tolerant and helpful to every situation she faces when it comes to caregiving."
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(1)
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Hey, I would love to help you with this job. I will send a little bit about myself and I hope talk with you soon
I have experience with all children ages and experience with boys and girls.
I worked as a caregiver for five years in a kindergarten/daycare with newborns and kids up to 6 years old, including children with special...
5.0
"I don't have anything to complain about her. I really recommend Gabby to any family, she is punctual, flexible (always there when I needed some help with my baby), lovely and mature.
She took care of my 7...
Reviewed by Paula P.
5.0
(1)
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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...
5.0
(1)
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Over 30 years of experience Babysitting, Coaching, Caregiving, and Supervising and teaching children and individuals with special needs.). I have an educational background jn Psychology and Counseling and my services consist of caregiving, light house, meal preparations and tutoring. I am a strong proponent of academic and play...
5.0
"I highly recommend Jennifer. She did an excellent job taking care of my kids and even helped out with chores around the house. They were happy and well looked after during her time with them. I've never felt...
Reviewed by Dionea L.
Elisa H.
Staten Island, NY
$28-55/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
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I am 26 years old, I have been working with infants, children& teenagers for over 10 years now and have been a Nanny for over 9 years. I am CPR&First Aid certified for infants, children and adults. I have a clean drivers license and have a reliable car for pick ups, drop offs & errands. I am ok with any animals. I care for...
5.0
"Elisa is a natural with kids and she truly cares! My child absolutely lights up when he sees her. I trust Elisa to make the best decisions for him while he is in her care."
Reviewed by Carol D.
4.6
(8)
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I have been a mother and godmother for over 20 years. I have worked with children at 2 different child care centers both located in Newark, NJ for over 20 years. I have worked with newborns, infants, toddlers, and preschool. My duties have included changing diapers, preparation of meals, toilet training, cleaning up and...
4.0
"Deborah has interviewed with us and worked for us several times. Very professional care take that helped us out on several occasions."
Reviewed by Maurice H.
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The first thing I would love people to know about me is I like to have fun! I currently work in the special needs field as a class room support staff and I have my substitute certification. My current job is very medically involved as well. I am not a nurse but I I'm well versed in home care because I have lived with my...
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I have 10 years of experience. Currently a CCMA seeking extra pay and experience with taking care of children to help with paying for school. I can help with school, crafts, etc. experience with working with children with special needs and disabilities.
Jennifer C.
South Orange, NJ
$14-50/hr
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I started my caretaking career as s babysitter at 14. And now at 42 years old. I have 23 years of experience as a mental health direct support professional for individuals with special needs and the juvenile population. I am able to provide care and support for the elderly as well.
Juliana C.
Westfield, NJ
$10-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Babysitter Available Any Time After 4 PM Monday-Friday, Saturday Available All Day CPR Certified
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I am 24 years old. I Worked with many children, I am a certified lifeguard, also have experience with special needs children , and worked with kids of all ages.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Garwood, NJ
Tais A.
5.0
Tais helped us for one weekend. She did a very good job to take care of my active 3-year-old girl. She is proficient in childcare and operated independently with minimal instructions.
- Yaping W.
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.
Surayyah M.
5.0
Surayyah was a tremendous help to our family, always willing to pitch in wherever we needed - shuttling our 3 kids to after-school activities, walking the dog, helping with homework, making the kids' dinner and more. She is reliable, shows initiative and the kids love her.
- Sarah K.
Kens S.
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 members. He makes it his responsibility to get to know his client and their family. This,...
- Ashley G.
Dana R.
5.0
Dana has been assisting my mom since 2014 and is still employed with us as recently as 11/2020. We are so happy we found a caregiver that mom is comfortable with. Mom is now 96 and has gone through many changes but Dana has been with us all the way. She is a skilled professional and any family would...
- Karen M.
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