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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Harrison, NJ
The average rate is $24/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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I have over 15 years of experience as a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA). I prepare home-cooked meals from scratch with healthy ingredients and I make sure both the patient and the home are well taken care of.
I treat the patients I care for and their families like they are my own. I enjoy my work an I am comfortable and...
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"I highly recommend Reyna as a caregiver. She took excellent care of my 78-year-old father for almost two years. During that time, she was always kind, affectionate and very loving to him. She would even call...
Reviewed by Wanda P.
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Hi my name is Ashley! I am a 28-year-old woman who is 2nd grade teacher. My passion is working with kids, I love being around children and being a part of their growth. Prior to being a 2nd grade teacher, I was a teacher in a preschool program for 4 years and prior to that I worked in a toddler program. I have babysat for over...
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"Ashley is a loving, nurturing, and caring person. She has a way with children that is remarkable! Working with children ranging from ages 3-9 throughout her career, I know that she is more than capable of...
Reviewed by Amy M.
Kiera M.
New York, NY
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mental Health Therapist/Nanny Available For Part Time Positions
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My name is Kiera. I am a Mental Health Therapist/nanny living in Manasquan, NJ. My experience includes age ranges from 3 m/o-preteens. While completing my undergraduate degree, I worked in Hamden, CT where I specialized in working with infants (5 m/o-2 y/o), as well as preschoolers (3-4 y/o). During my summers in...
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"Kiera is absolutely phenomenal and we love her dearly! She tamed my wild and independent 8yo who drove crazy two other nannies. Our 3yo could not wait for Kiera to come in the morning. He is usually very...
Reviewed by Irina Z.
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Hi! I recently graduated from Elon University with a degree in Strategic Communications. During my junior and senior year, I had the privilege of babysitting a little boy. He was 6 months old when I started, so it was wonderful to see him grow! I am so thankful for the beautiful bond I formed with him and his family. Throughout...
Virginia W.
New York, NY
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Childcare Worker Available For Weekend Babysitting
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While I have about a decade of experience working with children, most recently I've spent two years working as an after school sitter for a family with four amazing kids and then transitioning to full time with the same family in light of the pandemic. I was very sad to leave the toddler boy and 8-year-old triplet girls, but had...
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"Virginia worked with our family for two years. She is extremely responsible and dependable. She took great care of our four children including school pickups, transportation to activities, assistance with...
Reviewed by Sage N.
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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...
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"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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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...
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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...
Stephanie S.
Little Ferry, NJ
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental health Counseling. I have been working with children with special needs for over 15 years in various settings. I have worked in a summer camp, day care and as an at home therapist. I feel that working with children is essential because those are the most critical years for progress and...
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"Stephanie goes above and beyond her job. Whichever it may be. She gives 110% at everything she puts her mind to. Works really well with others and liked by everyone. Always goes that extra mile to make sure...
Reviewed by Robert D.
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Hi, my name is Victoria, I'm 25 years old. I have been babysitting for the past 13 years, I started as a mother's helper when I was 12. My experience includes caring for infants as young as 2 months, multiple kids, and special needs children. I help out the families I babysit for by running errands. I do have a car and a valid...
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"My daughter likes spending time with her. She is also great with dogs. She really does a great job with my daughter. She started watching her around 10 months - she is almost 2 now. I feel safe leaving my...
Reviewed by Jill Y.
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My name is Andrea. I live in in Lyndhurst, I am Brazilian. I have experience and excellent references. I have experience with special needs, housekeeping and hospice. I am fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. I really love working with people, and I know it's a gift from God.
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"Andrea is the biggest blessing to our family. She came into our lives God sent when we needed her the most. I hired her to help me care for my bed ridden mother in law with late stage Alzheimer's. She is very...
Reviewed by Giselle B.
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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...
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"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.
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Hi my name is Gabriella! I am 19 years old. If I were to describe myself in 3 words, it would be energetic, patient and creative!! My hobbies are going to the gym, painting, and shopping! I've been working as a nanny for about 3 years and was working in a daycare / preschool for a year. During my entire senior year, I...
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"Gabriella is quite literally the best babysitter and nanny. She takes great care of the kids. Always took them outside or out for an activity. She had so many activities indoors prepared too, like arts and...
Reviewed by Care member
Tyshonna B.
Newark, NJ
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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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...
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"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
Leticia B.
Kearny, NJ
$27-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I'm Leticia. I'm 28 years old and have over 5 years of experience with kids of all ages (from 2 months old to 14 years old). I have experience with special needs as well as I used to work with autistic children. I have the following qualifications:
-CPR certificate
- Portuguese and English language speaker for those interested...
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"Wonderful and an amazing person. Kind, generous and excellent with my daughter. First time mom and I had to go back to work but my daughter was in great hands with Leticia. Leticia cared for my daughter like...
Reviewed by Care member
Elisa H.
Staten Island, NY
$28-55/hr • 9 yrs exp
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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...
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"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.
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I strive to provide kind and compassionate care fore those who cannot help themselves. I will work to provide quality care in all areas of life including basic tasks or spending quality time together as a companion. I desire to build long lasting relationships along with giving genuine care.
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"John was awesome!! I would hire him again in a second! He is prompt and was was excellent with my child. He was a friendly guy as well .. "
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Hi! My name is Rachel and I'm fully vaccinated! I'm a graduate from the University of Maryland where I majored in psychology and Spanish. I have been babysitting ever since I was in middle school, and have experience with anywhere from infants to teens and up to three kids at a time. I was an overnight camp counselor for five...
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"I've had the pleasure of knowing Rachel for many years now. Having worked with her both professionally and otherwise, I know how dependable she is. She is timely and caring, and is quite considerate of others'...
Reviewed by Jennifer M.
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Empathy, patience, kindness and respect - that's what you can get from me. I am understanding of different client's needs. Communication skills, ability to manage the situation easily helps me to make my client happier and comfortable.
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"Zuka (Zviad) was helping us to care about my autistic 23 yo son during a weekend. He is humble and kind young man with big heart and lots of experience. Zuka is professional and also a huge fan of pets. Our 7...
Reviewed by Sara E.
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I have experience working with kids with ADHD as well as children on the Autism / Aspergers Spectrum. I have also conducted and analyzed extensive research on children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and behavioral conduct issues, thus I am quite familiar with the special considerations and issues involved in working with...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Harrison, NJ
Reyna C.
5.0
I highly recommend Reyna as a caregiver. She took excellent care of my 78-year-old father for almost two years. During that time, she was always kind, affectionate and very loving to him. She would even call him on her days off to ensure he was doing well. We were very lucky to have found Reyna. She...
- Wanda P.
Ashley G.
5.0
Ashley is a loving, nurturing, and caring person. She has a way with children that is remarkable! Working with children ranging from ages 3-9 throughout her career, I know that she is more than capable of caring for any child. As I have seen her around children in many different capacities...
- Amy M.
Kiera M.
5.0
Kiera is absolutely phenomenal and we love her dearly! She tamed my wild and independent 8yo who drove crazy two other nannies. Our 3yo could not wait for Kiera to come in the morning. He is usually very attached to me, but with Kiera he could care less about me.
Kiera is exceptionally reliable...
- Irina Z.
Virginia W.
5.0
Virgina was amazing with my 5 month old son. We hired her to babysit him and will definitely hire her next time!!
- Katie M.
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.
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