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Alyssa B.


Irvington, NJ

$19-24/hr2 yrs exp

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My name is Alyssa and I am currently majoring in education at Kean university. I have worked with several autistic children and young adults. I have experience with autistic multiples, feeding, dressing, showing the world through walks and nature. I am patient, kind, and responsible. References will given upon request.

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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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Sherine D.


Irvington, NJ

$19-24/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello my name is Sherine, I have been a CNA for 6 years and have 2 years of experience in special need care in early childhood. I'm available on the weekends from 8am-6 p.m. Hope to work with you soon.
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Chantau F.


Irvington, NJ

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

Am A 30 Year Old Female I'm This Field For 4 Year

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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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Rickylah G.


Irvington, NJ

$20-22/hr3 yrs exp

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I can be a great candidate for this position because I have experience working with people with disabilities for 3 years. My job duties included bathroom assistance, food preparation, cleaning, etc.
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Annadale B.


Irvington, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I am 44 years old mother of two children with over 20 years child are experiences. I am very dependable, loving, caring honest person . My goal as a caretaker help make the parents task easier. I have experience in special need and all age gruop. Cooking and preparing meal I do cleaning up or should say light housekeeping I do....
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Andrea F.


Lyndhurst, NJ

$25-37/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

5.0

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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.
5.0
"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 family. My mother had the best care and comfort...

Reviewed by Amy E.

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Leticia B.


Kearny, NJ

$27-28/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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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...
5.0
"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

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Warren N.


East Orange, NJ

$17-50/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi, I have experience working with individuals with specials needs as a residential counselor and Direct support Professional. I worked with the youth and elderly, helping them do daily tasks and giving medication. I also have experience working as an event coordinator and office assistant so I'm great at multitasking. My...
5.0
"Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again."

Reviewed by James T.

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Theo T.


Westfield, NJ

$27/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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EXPERIENCED Nanny available for full time! Nanny share (for full time) welcomed. Mature, responsible, nurturing, flexible, creative and reliable! I have worked with children from 3 months to 16 years old. About me: I am a mom to one daughter whom I've raised on my own (her dad/my husband passed away in 2008). She is 24 now....
5.0
"Theo is patient and kind and genuinely loves working with babies and children. She is communicative and always accessible and very dependable. She is engaged in the community and prides herself on a fun active...

Reviewed by Rebecca G.

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Joseph L.


Cranford, NJ

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

5.0

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I worked as a summer camp / after school care counselor for six years. Supervised children ages 3-15 years old. Responsibilities included lesson plans, assisting with homework, outdoor activities, swim lessons, field trips, etc. Experience with special needs children and coordinating care with parents. Certified in...
5.0
"Joe was very professional and kind when meeting our child and proved to be an excellent communicator while we were out. There was no fuss when we returned, and our kids had a good time with him as well!"

Reviewed by Care member

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Josefina A.


Elizabeth, NJ

$17-25/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs

5.0

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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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Jessica A.


Jersey City, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Infant Specialist

5.0

(1)

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My work experience is as follows: From June 2001 through May 2005 Care of 31 newborns with special needs from Severe re-flux disorder to Failure to Thrive cases June 2007 - Oct. 2008 Holzkirchen , DE Live in Nanny 3B ages 3 5 7 after school care and all child related needs, i. e school work, driving to sports, Dr. appointments,...
5.0
"We hired Jess as a night nurse for our newborn and she was with us for 4 months. She was always punctual, knowledgeable, and truly cared for our daughter's wellbeing. I highly recommend her!"

Reviewed by Hannah D.

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Daniela M.


Millburn, NJ

$20-34/hr6 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Daniela ,Your Kids Are Going To Be Safe And Have Fun.

5.0

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I have always been working with kids, because I love them. I was an Au pair for 2 years in NYC. I took care of a 15-month-old baby and 4-year-old twins. Back in my country (Ecuador) I was a volunteer teaching music for kids with special needs. I also was a member of a Star Wars fan club, where I had the opportunity to do...
5.0
"Daniela is a loving, kind, creative, responsible, and intelligent woman. I had the honor of having Daniela care for the most precious things in my life, my children. There is no character limit that can fully...

Reviewed by Gene D.

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Estela M.


North Arlington, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Responsible And Professional Sitter

5.0

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Friendly sitter willing to work with children of different temperaments, including children with special needs. I am a mom of two (2 and 5-year-olds). I work great with children of all ages. I've been a school psychologist for the past 8 years and have received extensive training in working with children of different needs. I...
5.0
"Estela is a lovely and very reliable young woman. We've had her babysit for our three children several times and we adore her."

Reviewed by Lynette B.

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Balbiany P.


Roselle Park, NJ

$27-35/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

5.0

(2)

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Hi!! My name is Balbiany. I have many years of experience with child care. I am the middle child, with two older sisters and two younger sisters, whom I cared for from age 14-19, while my parents worked. I've worked in a daycare facility located in Cranford, NJ. I've worked with the basketball clinics in Springfield, NJ. Nannied...
5.0
"Balbiany is extremely punctual, helpful, able to follow instructions down to every detail. Balbiany is very loving with children and genuinely enjoys spending time with them, playing, reading and doing fun...

Reviewed by Fanny M.

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Violeta P.


Carteret, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide/Caregiver

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.

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Elsie O.


Orange, NJ

$25-50/hr12 yrs exp

5.0

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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

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Emily C.


Montclair, NJ

$25/hr5 yrs exp

About Emily

5.0

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Hi! My name is Emily and I love working with kids! I study child advocacy and policy at MSU as well as social work. I've worked as a mother's helper, a regular after school nanny, and camp counselor. I have experience working with infants, kids with special needs, and kids with limited mobility, so I'm up for anything! I am a...
5.0
"She was wonderful with my daughter .. she read her books, played with her, made sure she was comfortable. Definitely would like to work with her in future."

Reviewed by Manasi C.

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Lisette C.


Jersey City, NJ

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

5.0

(1)

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Hello , My name is Lisette. I am 26 years old and a college graduate from Rutgers University with a degree in Exercise Science and minor in psychology . I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old . I have been employed as a substitute teacher for different grade levels varying from elementary, special needs, and high...
5.0
"Lisette is not only punctual, respectful, caring, bright and creative, but she is loved by our little girl and by us. We highly recommend her."

Reviewed by Jeannie N.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Irvington, NJ

Andrea F.

5.0

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 family. My mother had the best care and comfort during her final days on this earth. I highly recommend Andrea to care for your loved ones.

- Amy E.

Leticia B.

5.0

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 family would. She would feed her, clean her and put her to bed. I had peace of mind when...

- Care member

Warren N.

5.0

Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again.

- James T.

Theo T.

5.0

Theo is patient and kind and genuinely loves working with babies and children. She is communicative and always accessible and very dependable. She is engaged in the community and prides herself on a fun active and nurturing environment for the kids she cares for. She is resourceful and goes to a...

- Rebecca G.

Joseph L.

5.0

Joseph is caring, considerate and thoughtful when it comes to the care of my nine year old. Joseph has helped out our family for several years, and we are beyond impressed by his care, commitment and support to our family and nine year old Nico. Without a second thought, I would hire him again! His...

- Care member

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