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Melissa L.


Kenilworth, NJ

$16-50/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Caretaker, Smile Creator

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I am a young experienced 27-year-old then enjoys helping people. I am very reliable, patient and responsible person who has approx 5 years of experience with caring for children, adults and elderly. I have a clean drivers license, with experience driving a handicap vehicle. I am able to transport clients to and from...
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Diana A.


Elizabeth, NJ

$25-39/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

5.0

(1)

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Hi I am a very reliable, energetic, caring and patience Person who loves to take care of children, I have experience with infants, toddlers, special needs, I also worked as a nurse in my country at the pediatric area, I love sports, music, I swim, sing and dance so I know how to keep kids busy and my first language is Spanish,...
5.0
"Diana was part of our family for 1.5 years and was responsible for caring for my 3 and 1 year old. Diana is great, patient, kind, sweet and trustworthy. Both my kids love her and I felt very comfortable as...

Reviewed by Yosil M.

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Taiyanna N.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Passionate, Patient,will Go Above And Beyond !

5.0

(2)

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When it comes to children I enjoy the fact that you have a chance to teach them and they teach you as well! Seeing the world through a child's eyes is an experience like no other. I am a student looking for work while in school studying to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Below are some of my strongest skills -Patient...
5.0
"Tai is a great nanny! She’s been with our now 2yr old since he was 6mo. She’s patient with him, takes him out for walks and library visits, and does a great job playing with him. She promotes his learning...

Reviewed by Kate B.

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Natalia L.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$28/hr9 yrs exp

Looking For A Full Time Job

5.0

(17)

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Hi my name is Natalia, 26. My past experiences included being an Au pair, where I stayed two years in the same family and was responsible for 4 kids, being age 5 months, 3, 5, 7 y. o. I have worked for other families caring for kids new born to age 12 y. o My full time job now is 2 kids ( 6 months, 3 y. o) Kumon Auxiliar Taught...
5.0
"Nat does weekend/date night sitting for us and she is wonderful. She is able to wrangle our two busy toddlers like a pro, while still being caring, nurturing, and professional. We love the piece of mind we have...

Reviewed by Care member

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Kens S.


Rahway, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Supportive Role Model

5.0

(1)

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I'm a social work with 10+ experience in the field. I'm friendly kind respectful and most of all patient. I work with empathy and is goal oriented. Contact me if you need more information
5.0
"Kens is by far the best care taker we have ever worked with. He is patient, kind, and very knowledgeable with his work. He makes sure to put his clients first, and treats them as if they were his own family...

Reviewed by Ashley G.

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Jessica C.


Harrison, NJ

$24-30/hr6 yrs exp

Finding A Nanny? Here I Am.

5.0

(1)

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I'm Jessica! I'm oriented with educational areas but I'm more interested in personalized care. I have a degree based on pedagogy, I studied foreign languages in my country (Colombia) English and French and I worked as a teacher, I have experience teaching and taking care with kids with special needs and with ADHD. I have...
5.0
"Jessica is a proactive girl, besides she is helpful and she can communicate in an excellent way, she is sociable, friendly and kind."

Reviewed by Diana E.

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Julie P.


Newark, NJ

$17/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am currently working at a school with students that have Autism. I currently work with 10 years old students, but I have experience with ages younger and older as well. I am working towards my teaching license here in NJ. I have previous experience from working with adults with disabilities. I love caring for and supporting...
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Dana R.


Fanwood, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Caring CHHA And Certified Senior Care Provider

5.0

(3)

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I have extensive experience as a (Vaccinated) Senior Companion Caregiver and a CHHA provider. My approach is to care for each person with respect, kindness and understanding - everyone has a past, present and future. My goal is to provide comfort, safety, companionship, and good health for your loved one. I have worked with many...
5.0
"Dana has been assisting my mom since 2014 and is still employed with us as recently as 11/2020. We are so happy we found a caregiver that mom is comfortable with. Mom is now 96 and has gone through many changes...

Reviewed by Karen M.

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Elsie O.


Orange, NJ

$25-50/hr12 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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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Kathleen K.


Clark, NJ

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

5.0

(1)

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I am a college graduate and I have worked with a variety of children with special needs. I am honest and trustworthy. I love all kinds of children.
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Ashley M.


Newark, NJ

$40/hr15 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

5.0

(4)

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I come from a family of 10 children and I am the second eldest. I grew up in a busy household and recognized early that I wanted to make a career out of working with children professionally. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in honors psychology and neuroscience taking courses in lifespan psychology and early child...
5.0
"Our family is forever grateful to Ashley! Ashley was hired by our family to take care of my niece's three children as she was fighting cancer; ages 2, 10, and 13. Ashely worked for us for several months being...

Reviewed by Tracie J.

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Zviad G.


Maplewood, NJ

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Trusted, Friendly And Understanding Companion

5.0

(2)

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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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Anny G.


Bayonne, NJ

$35-55/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Being part of a child's education helps me unlearn in order to continue learning. Redering more than 10 years of experience, Tutoring / coaching skills and credentials and experience in Early Childhood Education, Rational-Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Chemical Dependency Counselor and RE & CBT Strategies needed to...
5.0
"A very professional , hardworking and efficient "

Reviewed by Niberki L.

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Janelle G.


West Orange, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hello, my name is Janelle! I have over 10 years of experience being a nanny, babysitter and tutor. Whether it be a single child or multiple, I love to work with children of all ages! I also have experience caring for children with physical disabilities and special needs. In the past I have supervised church daycare, and while...
5.0
"Babysat my almost 6 year old for 5 years and she did amazing dealing with him at every age. You can tell she truly loves children and knows how to make fun out of any situation. My son gets bored very easily...

Reviewed by Aaliyah H.

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Alaysheia T.


Newark, NJ

$25-29/hr10 yrs exp

The Answer You've Been Looking For!

5.0

(1)

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Hello Parents!! My name is Alaysheia but you can call me Allie! I'm here to help with all of your childcare needs! Think of me as an assistant, a household manager of sorts. I have over 10 years experience, caring from children ages 1-12 and 4 years caring for children with special needs as well. I am punctual, consistent and...
5.0
"Alaysheia has been a great help for our family. She's punctual, dependable and caring. She always arrives on time and communicates her schedules well in advance. She gets along well with the kids and takes...

Reviewed by Yuwen Z.

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Mikela A.


West Orange, NJ

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter For Kids

3.0

(2)

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I have 15 to 20 year Experience taking care of kids I very trustworthy I would be very Delightful to take care of your kids on the weekend I can do over night. and I can do cleaning too. Thank you. I have experience in special need children. who take time to talk. I am very patience. whit kids who take time to learn. I play whit...
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Tiffany W.


Plainfield, NJ

$15-35/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Speical Needs Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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Over 8 years of experience working with special needs clients ranging from children as well as adults. I am skilled in working with varied handicapping conditions. I have the ability to deal with any difficult situation with consideration as well as care. It is very important to me that all my clients feel special and needs are...
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Elisa H.


Staten Island, NY

$30-45/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

3.7

(3)

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I have over 9 years of dealing with special needs children and I also have a sister with sever Autism who is soon to be 11 years old. Caring for children with special needs is just like caring for any other child except they need and want a little more attention and you need to have patience that is key. It is a beautiful thing...
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Surayyah M.


Orange, NJ

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Sitter

5.0

(1)

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Hey there . My name is Surayyah and I am a 2018 graduate of Bloomfield College. My major was Sociology/Criminal Justice. I have experience with all ages as well as the special needs population. I can provide great references, I have my own transportation, and I am also CPR certified. I have no problems running errands if...
5.0
"Surayyah was a tremendous help to our family, always willing to pitch in wherever we needed - shuttling our 3 kids to after-school activities, walking the dog, helping with homework, making the kids' dinner and...

Reviewed by Sarah K.

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Melissa C.


Woodbridge, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Tutor Available!

5.0

(1)

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Hello! I am a 27-year-old middle school language arts teacher living in Woodbridge, NJ. I AM FULLY COVID-19 VACCINATED!! I have my bachelor's degree in English and my Master's in Teaching with certifications in k-6, special ed., and middle school (5-8) language arts. Personally, I have worked with children for as long as I can...
5.0
"Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the boys to the library, the park, to get ice cream after...

Reviewed by Ariya V.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kenilworth, NJ

Diana A.

5.0

Diana was part of our family for 1.5 years and was responsible for caring for my 3 and 1 year old. Diana is great, patient, kind, sweet and trustworthy. Both my kids love her and I felt very comfortable as she kept them occupied and safe.

- Yosil M.

Taiyanna N.

5.0

Tai is a great nanny! She’s been with our now 2yr old since he was 6mo. She’s patient with him, takes him out for walks and library visits, and does a great job playing with him. She promotes his learning through play and lots of reading. He loves her.

- Kate B.

Natalia L.

5.0

Nat does weekend/date night sitting for us and she is wonderful. She is able to wrangle our two busy toddlers like a pro, while still being caring, nurturing, and professional. We love the piece of mind we have when Nat is watching out children and we recommend her highly!

- Care member

Kens S.

5.0

Kens is by far the best care taker we have ever worked with. He is patient, kind, and very knowledgeable with his work. He makes sure to put his clients first, and treats them as if they were his own family members. He makes it his responsibility to get to know his client and their family. This,...

- Ashley G.

Jessica C.

5.0

Jessica is a proactive girl, besides she is helpful and she can communicate in an excellent way, she is sociable, friendly and kind.

- Diana E.

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