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I am currently working as a Paraprofessional at Celebrate The Children in Denville, NJ. Seeking a temporary summer position.
With many years experience in the medical field, what gravitated me toward special needs children is my son. He was diagnosed at 4 years old with Asperger (PDD) along with severe OCD, anxiety,...
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Hi! I'm Rachel Fike, a dedicated educator and mom with over 14 years of babysitting experience, including care for newborns, multiples, and children with special needs. I'm in my fifth year of teaching students from preschool through third grade, with a background in both general and special education. I have a bachelors degree...
Carly K. says "I hired Rachel to babysit my 3 year old daughter. She is highly qualified, very patient and sweet. My daughter adores her. Upon arriving home, she had my...
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7 years experience·
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Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have been a nanny for 8 years with one of those years formerly being a Jr. Assistant for an after care program at an elementary School. I'm available to provide great references and I am vaccinated. I have experience with children in ages ranging from infant to preteens. I am...
Care Member says "Briana was wonderful with my children and very attentive. Her interaction with them was great and they gravitated to her bubbling personality...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
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I've been babysitting most of my life and have been a nanny for the last 15 years. I have lots of experience with babies and toddlers. I've also been a tutor for special needs teens. Plus I worked in the child care room at the YMCA watching babies & kids up age 12 while their parents work out for 12 years until the pandemic....
Care Member says "We are very grateful for our time with Colleen. She connected with our one year old son immediately because of her warm and joyful nature. She is...
I'm a 25-year-old college student studying to be a Pediatric neuropsychologist specializing in autism and traumatic brain injury. The past year and a half I've been working with a special needs family as a nanny for a 13-year-old non verbal autistic boy with aggression and a 14-year-old with sever emotional issues. I also do...
Mia D. says "Maya D was an amazing asset to my home. I'm a single mom and have a very busy schedule and she was ready to help out t anytime. My 3 special needs kids love...
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Coming from a very large extended family, there was always a cousin to help look after. As I went into my teen years, I found myself looking after neighbors' children, my own younger sister, and lots of younger cousins. After working a few other jobs in different fields I realized how perfect being a nanny would be for me. I...
Lisa H. says "Ryann is a very determined, focused young woman with a great head on her shoulders. She is a hard worker and dedicated to her job. She would be an asset to...
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9 years experience·
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My name is Melissa and I absolutely love kids! I am from Randolph, NJ. I am an occupational therapist in a public district. I am passionate about working with all children, especially those with special needs. I love doing arts and crafts, reading and running around with kids, but I am also here to help around the house with...
Johanna F. says "Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a...
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2 years experience·
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I have my bachelors degree in psychology and I have over one year experience working. During the time that I was working in behavioral therapy, I had clients with a variety of behavioral disorders and mental deficiencies. I have experience working with: ADD, ADHD, ODD, APD, autism, down syndrome, mentally challenged,...
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5 years experience·
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My name is Christina and I graduated from college at Kent State University majoring in Nursing this past May. I have been a babysitter for the past five years with various families that have different child needs. I am very adaptable with many circumstances. In the past, I have babysat for a family with five children and it...
Christina G. says "Christina did a wonderful job with my 2 boys. My oldest (8yr) has ADHD and my youngest (3yr) absolutely loved her and were always happy after she spent...
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Hi! My name is Rachel, I'm 28 and a college graduate that majored in education and received my bachelors degree May 2022. I have eight years of experience working with children, aging from newborns-13 years old. I also have a 4-year-old nephew and a 1-year-old niece who I have watched since they were born.
I have a lot of...
Richard K. says "Rachel has always done such a great job of watching my step-son, all the way back from when he was a baby. I wouldn't choose anyone else to care for him....
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10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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I am a 42-year-old female with 2 daughters. My oldest will be 16 years old in December and the youngest just turned 14 years old in October. I have over 20 years of child care experience which includes newborns, as well as caring for many children at one time and special needs. I have worked in daycare and have been a nanny. I...
Rachel H. says "Mary is currently my 14 month old daughter's babysitter. She is wonderful and organized. My daughter loves being there and especially loves playing...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
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I have been babysitting for over 36 years. While I do not have my own children, I hold the children in my heart that I do work with near and dear to my heart. I have babysat for newborns to teenagers. I also specialize in working with children or adults with special needs. Sometimes I can be available upon short notice. I am...
Hayley M. says "Bonnie is amazing. She is great with young kids, very dependable and trustworthy. She plans days in advance for activities and adventures for the kids....
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Hello! I am a graduate of the University of Tampa with my BA in Criminology/Criminal Justice. I have my Child Development Associates degree and my certificate for CPR/AED/FA. I have experience working with children with special needs and children varying many ages from infancy to high school, in the class room environment and in...
Marissa A. says "Abigail instantly became part of our family the moment she started working for us. While I would have loved to keep her forever, we had to let her go...
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Hi! My name is Natalie and I am a rising Senior. Right now I live in Chester with my family and love kids! I have been babysitting since I was 16 and have lots of experience. For two summers I was a full time babysitter for two boys and I have babysat my young girl cousins countless times.
I am patient, creative, caring, and...
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Hello my name is Briana and I am 23
years old. I have been a nanny and respite care companion for older special needs adolescents for 7 years with one of them being in
a school setting. I have 3 generations ahead of me and I help out with all of them. I am attentive, kind, caring and patient! I can provide
great references and I...
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I have worked with different kinds of kids with special needs and school for the blind. I worked as Child Steps in Newton Square with the little preschooler and older kids. I have been working with kids for a very long time. I am extremely passionate about working with the little angels. I absolutely Adore kids so very much!
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Hi! My name is Sammy, I am 19 years old and i'd love to help with your little ones!
I am comfortable enforcing household rules and ensuring children's safety. I am also willing to assist with tasks such as cooking, meal preparation, carpooling and housekeeping! My First Aid and CPR training, as well as my experience with...
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Hi - I'm Paige! I'm 26 years old, currently living in Chester, NJ and am looking for opportunities to babysit locally. I have around 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages (infants, toddlers, pre-teens, teenagers) & of all backgrounds (special needs, etc.). References are available upon request! I am easygoing...
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Hello, my name is Brianna and I am currently a junior at Arcadia University where I play on the women's soccer team. Throughout my high school career, I worked with special needs children through a tutoring position and club at my school. I have also worked with children ages 4-14 at a Camp. I have babysat for various family...
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Hello! I am a kind, patient, and imaginative person who has approximately 5 years of experience working with children from ages 18 months to 17 years old. I also have over 10 years working with children on the spectrum and with other special needs. My approach to childcare prioritizes safety, fun, and opportunities to learn and...
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Rachel J.
I hired Rachel to babysit my 3 year old daughter.
She is highly qualified, very patient and sweet. My daughter adores her. Upon arriving...
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Briana C.
Briana was wonderful with my children and very attentive. Her interaction with them was great and they gravitated to her bubbling...
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Colleen F.
We are very grateful for our time with Colleen. She connected with our one year old son immediately because of her warm and joyful nature....
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