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Jessica Z.

Long Valley, NJ

from: $25/hr

6 years experience

As a childcare provider with six years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. My patient and friendly nature helps create a nurturing environment for children to thrive. I keep parents updated on their child's day and any issues that arise through verbal...

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Wandy B.

HHA

Hackettstown, NJ

from: $35/hr

8 years experience

I have worked with patients with diabetes, kidney failure, chronic arthritis, I have taken them to their medical appointments, I have prepared their food, I have assisted them with personal care etc.

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Agata K.

Milford, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Hi, my name is Agata and I'm 47years old. I graduated with a master's degree in education from Nicolaus Capernicus University in Torun, Poland, with a specialization in special education. I have over 18 years of experience working with children. The last 6 years I have spent working with special needs children aged 3 to 8 in a...

Monika S. says "Agata was a great caregiver of our children (7m and 5.5 yo). She genuinely cared about them. She is responsible, reliable and flexible. She loved getting...

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Bonnie R.

Determined To Provide Wonderful Care To Your Child On A Part-time Basis.

Randolph, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Travel

craft assistance

I have been babysitting for over 36 years. While I do not have my own children, I hold the children in my heart that I do work with near and dear to my heart. I have babysat for newborns to teenagers. I also specialize in working with children or adults with special needs. Sometimes I can be available upon short notice. I am...

Hayley M. says "Bonnie is amazing. She is great with young kids, very dependable and trustworthy. She plans days in advance for activities and adventures for the kids....

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Colleen F.

Experienced Nanny Looking For New Family

Hopatcong, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Craft assistance

carpooling

swimming supervision

I've been babysitting most of my life and have been a nanny for the last 15 years. I have lots of experience with babies and toddlers. I've also been a tutor for special needs teens. Plus I worked in the child care room at the YMCA watching babies & kids up age 12 while their parents work out for 12 years until the pandemic....

Care Member says "We are very grateful for our time with Colleen. She connected with our one year old son immediately because of her warm and joyful nature. She is...

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Maya D.

Highly Experienced Care Giver

Landing, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

6 years experience

I'm a 25-year-old college student studying to be a Pediatric neuropsychologist specializing in autism and traumatic brain injury. The past year and a half I've been working with a special needs family as a nanny for a 13-year-old non verbal autistic boy with aggression and a 14-year-old with sever emotional issues. I also do...

Mia D. says "Maya D was an amazing asset to my home. I'm a single mom and have a very busy schedule and she was ready to help out t anytime. My 3 special needs kids love...

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Melissa T.

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Randolph, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Light cleaning

craft assistance

meal prep

swimming supervision

travel

My name is Melissa and I absolutely love kids! I am from Randolph, NJ. I am an occupational therapist in a public district. I am passionate about working with all children, especially those with special needs. I love doing arts and crafts, reading and running around with kids, but I am also here to help around the house with...

Johanna F. says "Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a...

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Justin K.

Clinton, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

8 years experience

Pediatric ICU nurse. I have experience working closely with children who have disabilities. I am CPR, BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and first aid certified. Child at heart! Thank you for your consideration.

Ashley P. says "Very reliable and dependable. Always takes care of others And treats them like family."

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Maya D.

Experinced Nanny And Babysitter

Landing, NJ

4.4(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Craft assistance

carpooling

light cleaning

meal prep

travel

+ 1 more

Hi families! My name is Maya, and I'm an experienced, reliable nanny with 13 years of professional childcare experience and 6 years as a special education teacher specializing in behavior analysis. I've worked with children from newborns through school-age, including extensive experience with special needs and developmental...

Care Member says "Unlimited stars. The absolute best. I trust her with my son’s life seriously. She’s had him the whole weekend no issues. Gets him to sleep without...

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Genevieve P.

Professional Experience With Children With Behavioral Disorders

Hopatcong, NJ

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hello, I have my bachelors degree in psychology and I have over one year experience working. During the time that I was working in behavioral therapy, I had clients with a variety of behavioral disorders and mental deficiencies. I have experience working with: ADD, ADHD, ODD, APD, autism, down syndrome, mentally challenged,...

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Heather C.

Special Needs

Newton, NJ

5.0(0)

from: $22/hr

10 years experience

Throughout my years I've worked with many people that have diverse needs. Each person is unlike the next and with my experience I'm able to help conquer the daily challenges. With my communication skills and my ability to build trusting relationships I'm able to help during difficult times and everyday life.

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Kayleigh M.

Home Health Aid & Assistant.

Bangor, PA

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Dementia

companionship

errands

light cleaning

meal prep

+ 1 more

Hello :) I am offering Caregiving services. I have over 20 years of experience with senior, child & special needs care. I am CPR certified. Clean criminal & driving records. I am a compassionate, experienced Personal Care Assistant. I provide assistance with Activities of Daily Living. Such as bathing, toileting, dressing,...

Linda D. says "Kayleigh was always kind, on time and took on as many extra shifts as we asked to care for both my parents. It was not an easy job as both my parents...

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Briana C.

Long-term Nanny

Mount Arlington, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

meal prep

swimming supervision

Hello, my name is Briana and I am 26 y/o. I formerly was a Jr. Assistant for an after care program at an elementary School. I also nannied previously for families with varies age groups of children and I'm available to provide great references. I have 8+ years of experience with children in ages ranging from infant to pre teens...

Care Member says "Briana was wonderful with my children and very attentive. Her interaction with them was great and they gravitated to her bubbling personality...

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Patricia W.

High Bridge, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Errands

dementia

light cleaning

live-in home care

respite care

+ 1 more

Patient , Compassionate & Reliable. Professional, Energetic Non Smoker I have worked as a Certified Home Health Aide for over 7 years. Working for several local Home Care Agencies. I gained valuable experience working with over 100 families. Seeing a great need for private home care I followed my heart & passion and found my...

Amy M. says "Patti takes care of my 96-year-old father. She is responsible, trustworthy and has been a great companion for my father. I live in California so it has given...

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Kristi C.

Active And Fun Sitter

Newton, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

Craft assistance

I have 20+ years of experience including CPR and first aid training as a previous medical professional. I have experience with infants all the way up to preteen. Babies are held often, needs attended quickly and age appropriate sensory play provided to give them an enriched and engaging environment. As they grow (or older...

April L. says "Kristi is very competent and great with kids of all ages. She's kind and caring."

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Rachel D.

Lake Hopatcong, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $18/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

meal prep

swimming supervision

Hi! My name is Rachel, I'm 28 and a college graduate that majored in education and received my bachelors degree May 2022. I have eight years of experience working with children, aging from newborns-13 years old. I also have a 4-year-old nephew and a 1-year-old niece who I have watched since they were born. I have a lot of...

Richard K. says "Rachel has always done such a great job of watching my step-son, all the way back from when he was a baby. I wouldn't choose anyone else to care for him....

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Shannon U.

Part-Time Caregiver

Phillipsburg, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $10/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I received my degree from East Carolina University in Special Education- Adapted Curriculum. I have been nannying children from 2-14 years old. Currently, I work in a high school as a special education teacher for math and science.

Nathan J. says "She was able to transition my son without meltdowns. She was able to get him bathed, in jammies, and meds given before I got home from work. Strong...

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Rachel J.

Stanhope, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Craft assistance

carpooling

light cleaning

meal prep

travel

+ 1 more

Hi! I'm Rachel Fike, a dedicated educator and mom with over 14 years of babysitting experience, including care for newborns, multiples, and children with special needs. I'm in my fifth year of teaching students from preschool through third grade, with a background in both general and special education. I have a bachelors degree...

Carly K. says "I hired Rachel to babysit my 3 year old daughter. She is highly qualified, very patient and sweet. My daughter adores her. Upon arriving home, she had my...

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Lori C.

I Go By Loriel

Bedminster, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

Craft assistance

carpooling

light cleaning

meal prep

travel

+ 1 more

Mature, loving, and compassionate Nanny. I earned a Bachelors Degree from University of Vt. in 1985. Some of my college experiences included working with Special needs children. Once I had my own children, I opted to stay home with my 2 babies for 6 years. Then, I taught Preschool in Vt. as well as being a Title 1 Reading...

Care Member says "Loriel has been a nanny to our two kids that were 2 yo and 4 yo at that time. Loriel is really great about engaging kids in educational activities...

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Jenna K.

Direct Support Professional

Phillipsburg, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I'm a very passionate individual who loves working with children/ adults with special needs. I have worked in many day programs. I spent most of my time in behavioral center programs. I also substitute in local school districts as a special ed teachers aid.

Sherri K. says "Jenna was very sweet and patient."

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Agata K.

Agata was a great caregiver of our children (7m and 5.5 yo). She genuinely cared about them. She is responsible, reliable and flexible. She...

- Monika S.

Bonnie R.

Bonnie is amazing. She is great with young kids, very dependable and trustworthy. She plans days in advance for activities and adventures...

- Hayley M.

Colleen F.

We are very grateful for our time with Colleen. She connected with our one year old son immediately because of her warm and joyful nature....

- Care member

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Great Meadows, NJ

All caregivers with this badge are background checked.

Available Now in Great Meadows!

Jessica Z.

Wandy B.

HHA

Agata K.

Bonnie R.

Determined To Provide Wonderful Care To Your Child On A Part-time Basis.

Colleen F.

Experienced Nanny Looking For New Family

Maya D.

Highly Experienced Care Giver

Melissa T.

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Justin K.

Maya D.

Experinced Nanny And Babysitter

Genevieve P.

Professional Experience With Children With Behavioral Disorders

Heather C.

Special Needs

Kayleigh M.

Home Health Aid & Assistant.

Briana C.

Long-term Nanny

Patricia W.

Kristi C.

Active And Fun Sitter

Rachel D.

Shannon U.

Part-Time Caregiver

Rachel J.

Lori C.

I Go By Loriel

Jenna K.

Direct Support Professional

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Great Meadows, NJ

Agata K.

Bonnie R.

Colleen F.

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