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Ben C.
Mountainside, NJ
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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With much experience working with children and adolescents with various developmental and psychological difficulties, I am passionate about utilizing my skills and experience to serve those with special needs, as well as supporting their families, respectively.
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I do have some medical knowledge. I enjoy helping people and improving their quality of life. I am responsible and enjoy being active.
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Maria O.
Mountainside, NJ
$18-29/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Through the years I've taking of children and adults with different diagnosis, I focus in improving their quality of life with respect and dignity
I love what I do
5.0
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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
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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.
5.0
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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.
5.0
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Hey, I would love to help you with this job. I will send a little bit about myself and I hope talk with you soon
I have experience with all children ages and experience with boys and girls.
I worked as a caregiver for five years in a kindergarten/daycare with newborns and kids up to 6 years old, including children with special...
5.0
"I don't have anything to complain about her. I really recommend Gabby to any family, she is punctual, flexible (always there when I needed some help with my baby), lovely and mature.
She took care of my 7...
Reviewed by Paula P.
5.0
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Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities and physically abused at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French nonprofit organization "L'École de clown" where I was...
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My motto is there is always something to smile and laugh about. I have worked with many types of people while working on an ambulance for the last 10 years. I have been trained in emergency medical situations and continue my education through courses yearly. I feel that working with people in any aspect comes down to one thing,...
5.0
"Michelle is extremely reliable, friendly and honest! She would be an asset to any family, she's wonderful with children to the elderly, and everyone in between!! She's an outstanding EMT, with years of...
Reviewed by Brigid F.
5.0
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Hello, my name is Tatyana. I am 23 years old. I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, crafts, Swimming Supervision, homework, and creating a loving and healthy environment for your children while you are away. I am comfortable and happy to care for children of all ages and those who may have special...
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Over 30 years of experience Babysitting, Coaching, Caregiving, and Supervising children and individuals with special needs.). And an educational background in Early childhood Development, Developmental Psychology, and Community Counseling. I Managed my Community Pool, coached gymnastics, and gave swimming lessons . I hold those...
5.0
"I highly recommend Jennifer. She did an excellent job taking care of my kids and even helped out with chores around the house. They were happy and well looked after during her time with them. I've never felt...
Reviewed by Dionea L.
5.0
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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...
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"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.
Janelle G.
West Orange, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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
"Janelle is so amazing with my sons! She bring a lot of energy and is very sweet! My kids loved her and we appreciate her for all that she has done. She is now a part of the family! I would recommend her to...
Reviewed by Ashley S.
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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...
Tais A.
Hillside, NJ
$24-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
+3000 Hours Of Childcare Reliable Driver Excellent Swimmer English, Spanish, Portuguese Speaker
5.0
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Hello families,
I'm Tais and I'm 26yo, I'm a very polite person, and responsible. I love kids and I'm energetic to play with them. For me, patience is the key when you handle with kids, be kind and interactive too.
Currently, I've been babysitting full time a 4yo boy and a newborn baby, I've been with the same family for 2 years...
5.0
"Tais helped us for one weekend. She did a very good job to take care of my active 3-year-old girl. She is proficient in childcare and operated independently with minimal instructions."
Reviewed by Yaping W.
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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.
Elsie O.
Orange, NJ
$25-50/hr • 12 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."
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I am going to school to become a teacher for k-3 and special needs. I am open to any and all activities. I have babysat ages 6 months to 11 years.
Minimum of 5 hours for one time jobs s& 20 hours for reoccurring.
Long:
-As a babysitter, I have assisted in homework, cleaning and entertaining children. I can and will...
5.0
"We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and...
Reviewed by Steven C.
4.5
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Hi, I'm Monica! I have 3+ years of experience with children of all ages. I have a big family so I've been babysitting since I was about 13 years old. Outside of family, I started babysitting for pay when I was in high school, mostly summertime. I have a little experience with children who have special needs. In the past year and...
4.0
"Monica was friendly and one time; she kept in communication with me her entire shift which i loved she even got my son to take a nap on her first day :)"
Reviewed by Kendra M.
5.0
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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...
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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
"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...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mountainside, NJ
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.
Violeta P.
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 house work. She drove my mother to doctor appointments and on daily errands using our...
- Lisa Z.
Gabriela D.
5.0
I don't have anything to complain about her. I really recommend Gabby to any family, she is punctual, flexible (always there when I needed some help with my baby), lovely and mature.
She took care of my 7 months old baby for a few weekends and I really appreciate her work.
- Paula P.
Michelle R.
5.0
Michelle is extremely reliable, friendly and honest! She would be an asset to any family, she's wonderful with children to the elderly, and everyone in between!! She's an outstanding EMT, with years of experience. Michelle would be an asset to whom ever hires her.
- Brigid F.
Jennifer C.
5.0
I highly recommend Jennifer. She did an excellent job taking care of my kids and even helped out with chores around the house. They were happy and well looked after during her time with them. I've never felt that comfortable leaving the house, but with Jennifer, I felt completely at ease knowing...
- Dionea L.
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