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Theresa J.

Care With Love

Irvington, NJ

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$19/hr
10 years experience
over 20yr experience working with senior adult youth infant I have great references. Care provided in hospitals rehab center home care
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Am A 30 Year Old Female I'm This Field For 4 Year

Irvington, NJ

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Hi my name is chantau, I am a certified home health aid care giver . I am very friendly kind and loving, like meeting new people . and willing to learn new things , surely will do a task that is assigned me when given , am good at transferring patience to wheelchair, bed bath , care for special needs , etc... am open to get to...
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Irvington, NJ

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$15/hr
Assisted with daily care, nurturing and play for one child Prepared and served nutritious meals, ensuring food safety for child's multiple food allergies and trained on emergency response, as well as CPR certified Perform light housekeeping duties, run errands, and worked with parents to plan activities and social events for...
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Irvington, NJ

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$15/hr
I am highlights compassionate experience, patience, and adaptability, focusing on skills like personalized care plans, daily living assistance (bathing, dressing, hygiene), supporting developmental growth, managing behaviors, administering medications, and fostering independence through activities and communication.
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Irvington, NJ

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$22/hr
9 years experience
Knowing I can positively influence a child's life is what drives my passion for childcare. With 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I strive to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment. Iam patient, friendly, and enjoy engaging children in activities that foster their growth, such as outdoor games,...
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Irvington, NJ

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a nurturing and dedicated nanny with over 9 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I've worked with many families over the years, including those with children who have special needs. I'm known for being patient, reliable, and truly passionate about supporting each child's unique personality and growth. If...
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Irvington, NJ

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$29/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
Hi Parents ! My name is Dayana, I'm 23years old and am a nursing assistant, with 2years experience looking after elderly patients and 5 years experience looking after childrens I'm very professional and will provide exceptional care for your children. I have extensive experience looking newborns I will ensure that your...
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Irvington, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Ashline, and I'm a dedicated and caring childcare provider with hands-on experience as an Assistant Teacher at the YMCA, along with years of personal babysitting experience. I genuinely enjoy creating a warm, safe, and positive environment where children feel encouraged, supported, and free to express...
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Child care

Irvington, NJ

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$23/hr
9 years experience
Knowing I can positively influence a child's life is what drives my passion for childcare. With 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I strive to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment. I am patient, friendly, and enjoy engaging children in activities that foster their growth, such as outdoor games,...
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Irvington, NJ

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$15/hr
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
live-in home care
Hi there! I'm Zainab - a patient, reliable, and compassionate caregiver based in NJ & GA. With years of experience working with children, seniors, and families, I provide personalized support that meets each individual's needs. I'm a certified teacher and creative entrepreneur, and I bring that same energy and attention to...
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Irvington, NJ

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$27/hr
2 years experience
Errands
mobility assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Shanique - a compassionate, reliable, and experienced CNA with a strong background in senior care, personal care, and companionship. I've worked in both long-term facilities and rehab, and I'm passionate about helping others maintain their dignity, comfort, and independence. I assist with personal hygiene, transfers,...
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Irvington, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
Nurturing young minds is my passion. I strive to positively impact each child's life. With one year of experience caring for children , I offer a patient, creative, and friendly approach. I am comfortable caring for up to five children. I provide regular updates via text, phone, or your preferred method. I am very comfortable...
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Experienced Nanny

Clark, NJ

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have been working as a nanny for 15 years. For 4 years, I have worked for a great family in Metuchen with three children, two who have special needs. Also, I have experience in working with infants. I am CPR certified. I do potty training, pick up/drop/off school, homework help. I also do Children's laundry, cleanups, meals,...

Paul T. says "Eileen cared for our three toddlers for a year and was wonderful. She was dependable, always willing to be flexible when we needed extra help, and our 3...

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Full Time Caregiver

Lyndhurst, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
home modification
hospice services
respite care
+ 1 more
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.

Amy E. says "I was so fortunate to find Andrea to care for my ailing mother. She is a beautiful, caring, compassionate woman who cared for my mother like she was her own...

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Montclair, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 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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Attentive Loving And Joyful Caregiver

Union, NJ

4.8(1)
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$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi parents! I am an enthusiastic & attentive caretaker with 9 years of experience working with children ages 0-12, and people with special needs ages 5-22. I have experience in roles such as live-in nanny, substitute teacher, babysitter, daycare assistant, special needs aid, camp counselor, housekeeper and more. I have CPR and...

Care Member says "Malka took care of our baby boy during the day while we worked from home for 3 months, from the time he was 7 months old until 10 months old. She was...

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Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I've spent the past 10 years caring for children of all ages and am also a parent to a 4-year-old. I'm patient, creative, and friendly, and I truly enjoy supporting families with dependable, loving care. I value open communication and love being on the same page with families. I enjoy keeping kids engaged with outdoor play,...

Care Member says "Suki was with us for nearly 10 months, since my son was 4 months old, she has been an absolute treasure for our son. No matter what time of day it is,...

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Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Special Needs Babysitter/nanny

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(0)
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$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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Experienced Babysitter - Available Full Time

West Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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  • The average post rate is $20.25/hr as of January 2026

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Irvington, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Eileen P.

Eileen cared for our three toddlers for a year and was wonderful. She was dependable, always willing to be flexible when we needed extra...

- Paul T.

Andrea F.

I was so fortunate to find Andrea to care for my ailing mother. She is a beautiful, caring, compassionate woman who cared for my mother like...

- Amy E.

Malka S.

Malka took care of our baby boy during the day while we worked from home for 3 months, from the time he was 7 months old until 10 months...

- Care member

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