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Samantha S.

Caring, Energetic, And Loving Nanny!

Wayne, NJ

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$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
Hi! My name is Samantha, and I'm a 24-year-old grad student currently pursuing my Master's in Social Work at Montclair State University. I have 7 years of experience working with children of all ages, including infants as young as 3 months old. I've worked as a nanny, babysitter, and teacher's aide, and I also have experience...
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Bergenfield, NJ

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$30/hr
15 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am an experienced, nurturing, and highly organized childcare provider with 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion lies in supporting children's growth and development, fostering a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive. I am patient and calm, yet creative and imaginative, with a knack...
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Experienced Mother And Caretaker Looking For Full-time Nannying Position

Fair Lawn, NJ

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello parents of Care. com! I am currently looking for full-time nannying positions. I have two children myself and am fully equipped to care for your little ones! I have cared for children with health complications and special needs as well, so I am able to handle a variety of situations. I have excellent references and can...
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Paterson, NJ

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Lizbeth I've always been really good with kids and naturally connect with them. I currently work as a Behavior Technician, so I spend my days supporting children (including kids with special needs). I've worked with kids from about 1-year-old and up, and I've also babysat for families with multiple children,...
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Patient Caregiver

Little Falls, NJ

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$17/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I have years of experience with special needs and elderly people, teaching life skills and providing a compassionate, caring environment. I feel that I have a lot to offer for any age demographic. I have always enjoyed caring for my own grandmother, and would love to extend my services to your loved one.
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Wayne, NJ

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$19/hr
2 years experience
I've had experience with kids for several years since my mother has been taking care of children since I was born. Later on, when I got older I would help her and have taken care of children of all ages including children with special needs. I plan on working with children for my career, I love kids! I was babysitting a...
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Paterson, NJ

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$19/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
I've worked with kids mostly kids with special needs I know how to have a lot of patience. I have a lot of nieces and nephews that I've taken care of and my own kids that I have. I love taking care of kids and making sure they are cared properly. I love playing board games with them & doing different activities. Having different...
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Clifton, NJ

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Caring and responsible childcare provider with over 4 years of experience caring for children of all ages, including infants and a child with special needs. Skilled at creating safe, nurturing, and fun environments that support each child's development and emotional well-being. Currently employed at a pharmacy, where I've...
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Lodi, NJ

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I am a mother of two children with special needs. I am also a trained high school teacher and have taught for over 8 years. I have taught at various levels; third grade, fourth grade, all the way up to 11th grade. I love taking care of children. It is always interesting to see how their curious minds develop into something...
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Special Education Teacher & Child Care

Clifton, NJ

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
It has been my pleasure to have cared for people with special needs as a staff member first and later a teacher. Additionally, I have child care experience with 2 families ongoing as an adult. Also provided child care/recreation/camp counselor through Jawonio and Rockland ARC for people with special needs. Send me a message if...
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Glen Rock, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have been an elementary school social worker for the past six years. I have recently moved and am looking for temporary (now-August) nannying positions. I have been babysitting for over 15 years for children 0-14 and am CPR (adult/child/infant) certified. I am currently a licensed social worker, working towards my clinical...
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Nutley, NJ

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$16/hr
2 years experience
I would like to help you in your life. I am not professional, but I can learn and will try to do necessary things with special needs.
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Kind Human Willing To Help Everyone That God Puts In My Life.

Lodi, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name is Marcel and I have helped many families with their loved ones. I have been a teacher for all subjects/music teacher, and Special needs aid/ babysitter for more than 10 years. Worked with following: -ADHD/ADD -Autism -Cancer -MS/ ALS -Cerebral Palsy -Neurological disorders -Parkinson's...
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Rutherford, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I am a mother of three girls. Ages 15, 18 and 21. I also work as an Aide in a special needs program for a handicap girl. I am home at 2:00 everyday. I can be available for aftercare. I love children and would provide your child with a safe and loving environment.
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Caregiver

Teaneck, NJ

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$17/hr
5 years experience
I have cared for small children as well as teenagers. I've also been a caregiver to adults. I am outgoing, friendly, empathic, and easily able to make people laugh! I am accountable, and take my work very seriously. I'm definitely a people person, and have a lot of compassion for individuals dealing with adversity. I was a...
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Mom With Special Education Background Available For Part Time Position

River Edge, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I live in River Edge and am a mother of 3 children, ages 17, 14 and 12. I have a degree in Special Education, so I am qualified to work with children and adults with special needs. I have been babysitting part time for the past 5 years and I really enjoy it. I am responsible, reliable and obviously very experienced in child...
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Pompton Plains, NJ

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Hi I'm Mary, a dedicated special needs caretaker with over 10 years supporting youth through adults with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, and complex medical needs. With a Bachelor's in Fine Arts, I weave creative, sensory-rich art into care to boost expression, ease anxiety, spark joy, and...
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Montclair, NJ

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Chantel, and I'd love to be considered for the nanny position I'm experienced working with children, especially in early childhood, and children with special needs. I genuinely enjoy creating a calm, playful, and nurturing environment for kids. I am also a former Au Pair I'm reliable, very organized, and I naturally...
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Hackensack, NJ

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hey! I'm very patient, energetic, reliable I have 2-3 years experience caring for children even those with special needs . I will definitely make sure your children get the care and love they deserve , with all my experience I'm able to provide a safe , supervised environment for your little ones
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Clifton, NJ

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Lana! I have four years of experience working with children. While most of my care has been caring for children under 5 years old, I do have experience with older age groups as well! I have worked with infants/toddlers all the way up to high school! I love to engage with the child I am caring for whether thats...
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  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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