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Geremias J.


Eastchester, NY

$35/hr8 yrs exp

Take Care Of Who Matters First

5.0

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As a professional care provider I have learned so many lessons and one that truly has made me love my work is understanding some people just need to be taken care first. As individuals we bring our Dynamics to the table. A person with disabilities have the same needs and wants we all have. Therefore, they are to be treated the...
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Tracey G.


Bergenfield, NJ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

5.0

(4)

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*COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*Hi there! I am a qualified caregiver with 18 years of experience. I am available nights M-F 6/6:30pm-6am)or weekend F-Su overnight(F 6/6:30pm-Su 4/5pm) I am highly experienced in senior care (Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's) rehab, stroke, senior special...
5.0
"Tracey took care of my grandmother. I highly recommend hiring her. She is very caring, dependable, always on time."

Reviewed by Carla H.

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Heather W.


Ridgewood, NJ

$22-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hello!

5.0

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I have worked with children of all ages! I have also worked with special needs children and adults. I have over 15+ years experience in childcare.
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Melissa M.


Bronx, NY

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

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Hello! I'm Melissa, and have a passion for little ones! I have years of experience in babysitting, nannying, and caring for persons with special needs. I'd love to fill your families life with positivity, fun, creativity, and assistance in daily home life and child care. My schedule is fully flexible and I only require a 2-hour...
5.0
"Melissa has been a great help, and is good with my toddler-age daughter. She is professional and dependable."

Reviewed by Adam B.

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Lori E.


Hartsdale, NY

$56/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Special Education And English Teacher

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I hold a Masters degree in Education, with specialties in English and Special Education. I've been teaching all students to be the best version of themselves. I like to make learning fun, by giving real life examples of the work. I review all classes with the student, or life skills with an adult. I have experience with kids to...
5.0
"Lori would be a valuable addition to your team if you have a teen or young adult on the autism spectrum who needs help with school/college and/or life skills."

Reviewed by Alistair B.

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Rachel W.


Hastings on Hudson, NY

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am a fun, loving, Energetic, down to earth girl whom loves children and has been working with them since day one. I am FIRST AID Certified (contact me for specifics) and am majoring in early childhood education. I am highly experienced, have lots of references upon request, am fully licensed driver, and love any house hold...
5.0
"Rachel has babysat for us a number of times. She is punctual, energetic and communicative. She has her own transportation. She engages our kids in various age appropriate activities and they look forward to...

Reviewed by Asha A.

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Shannon K.


Bronx, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am currently a first grade teacher in NYC. I have over 15 years of babysitting experience and am happy to provide references upon request. I am CPR and AED certified by the Red Cross. I have experience with newborns up to teenagers. I have cared for multiples and children with special needs. Looking forward to connecting!
5.0
"I hired Shannon recently through Care to watch and tutor my kids. While she has been at our house, she has also cared greatly for our two dogs, through feeding them, playing with them, and taking them on long...

Reviewed by Diane C.

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Jenine D.


New Milford, NJ

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Tons Of Experiences

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For the past 10 years I have served as a baby sitter working with children ages, two weeks to 15 years old including children with down syndrome, autism, bi-polar, and mild special needs cases. Since 2005, I have been employed by the Montclair Board of Education as a teacher assistant working with children pre-K- grade5. In...
5.0
"Jenine is a lovely woman! My daughter had such a wonderful time with Jenine, she's still talking about it!!!"

Reviewed by Camille M.

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Robyne M.


Paramus, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Or Eldercare On Call

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Available P/T ON-CALL or Recurring, servicing all ages. Decades experience in management crisis and trauma, DV/SA, physical & emotional disabilities. Previous youth minister and owner special needs childcare and respite foster care. Fully vaccinated. Certified in CPR, First Aid, Advanced Medical, Nutrition, PDD, Autism Spectrum,...
5.0
"Robyne has been the perfect babysitter for our 2.5 year old boy on many occasions. She is very knowledgeable about caring for young ones. So we feel very comfortable with her knowing how to best care for our...

Reviewed by Christina C.

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Antoinett F.


Mount Vernon, NY

$20-29/hr10 yrs exp

Smile Producer

5.0

(3)

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I have been working at a charter school for the last 6 years. I have knowledge of children ages 0-13 years old at this time. I love children! Prior to working at the school I gained experience working with children. I have worked at a camp for 13 years. I also have experience working with children with special needs. I worked at...
5.0
"I hired antoinette to babysit my 3 children after school. She was very dependable, and always went the extra mile for us. She's great with children and they love her."

Reviewed by Nicole W.

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Jazzia F.


Bronx, NY

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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I am a personable, mature, patient, dependable, and energetic person. I pride myself of being valued by my employers for my professionalism, dedication and excellent judgement in their establishment for the past 7 years. I enjoy teaching and working with children, because I love to see them thrive and grow in every aspect of...
5.0
"Ms. F is a loving caring lady. She works well with children of all ages including children with physical and emotional disabilities. I have the pleasure to work alongside of Ms. J for 2 years. Her personality,...

Reviewed by Care member

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Rene W.


Nanuet, NY

$25/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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I started looking after kids from the age of 15. I'm very patient and open-minded. I love to participate in activities with the kids. I have a very broad perspective on kids as I have experience with both my own country and in America. I have also dealt with kids with special needs. I'm mostly interested to help on the...
5.0
"My 7 year old son doesn’t easily warm up to people & he’s pretty much independent, but it was so easy for René to connect with him. She engaged with him by taking him to parks, helped with learning workbooks,...

Reviewed by Care member

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Marie L.


White Plains, NY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time

4.0

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I work with special needs for 5yrs my experience with autistic spectrum kids and adults with good or bad behavior. also I have 8 yrs , experience home health care, skill are cook, cleaning, doctor appointment, shopping, laundry,
4.0
"Marie wanted more hours and money than I was able to do. She was honest about her needs, which is very refreshing."

Reviewed by Beth O.

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Catherine I.


Yonkers, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Elder Care, Child Care

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**Certified Home Health Aide, Certified CPR, AED Experience 7/2012 - 4/2022 For the past 10 years I've had the "Honor, Privilege, and Joy to be the Caretaker of a sweet lady who sadly succumbed to Dimencia. Duties: Dr appts, meds, hygiene, dressing, cooking, cleaning, meal prep, companion, field trips & late nights when...
5.0
"Cathy is proactive and helps out with everyday chores without us having to even ask! She takes safety and well-being of our child seriously and creates fun and educational activities for him. "

Reviewed by Mary A.

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Iyanna B.


New York, NY

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Gentle , And Caring !

5.0

(4)

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I am a fun, loving, and compassionate individual with over 10 years of experience with geriatrics, mental health disorders , and behavioral issues including developmental disabilities. I have worked within a rehabilitative standpoint and as a care aide with taking care of the individual in all aspects as in bathing , feeding,...
5.0
"Iyanna helped my family during an emergency. She provided care for my 35 year old brother while he recovered from brain surgery. We are so thankful for her help. She has experience caring for people at...

Reviewed by Liza B.

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Annette Y.


Scarsdale, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time After School Or Before School Provider.

5.0

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I have also worked with Special Needs Children and Adults. I am Certified By The State with Background checks in force and up to date. I am presently not available on Tuesdays or Thursday afternoons from 3 p.m. to 730 p.m.
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Gladys C.


Bogota, NJ

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

5.0

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My name is Gladys from Bogota NJ. I am 57 years old. I have a caregiver experience of over 6 years . I am a certified Home Health Aide. I have also trained as a special needs education teacher for over 10 years. My goal is to provide care and support to the seniors and children with special needs. I have worked in nursing...
5.0
"My family had the sincere pleasure of having Gladys take care of our parents. Gladys is the best of the best as she loves what she does and it shows in her compassion and patience she had with my parents....

Reviewed by Spiro P.

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Lena S.


Mount Vernon, NY

$17-22/hr

Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I have cared for several children and babies with special needs such as Autism, ADD, OCD, cleft lip & pallets, speech delays, cognitive disabilities & much more. Please feel free to ask any questions .
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Tiffany E.


Westwood, NJ

$25-38/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello, I'm Tiffany! I'm 29 years old from Westwood, New Jersey. My childcare experience began with mommy-helping at age 12 then independently babysitting at age 17. My childcare resume is extensive as I have traveled the tri-state area and worked with children all ages from infancy to teenagers. I have also worked with...
5.0
"Tiffany arrived on time with smiles and bubbles! She was friendly, fun, held proper boundaries and offered an incentive for good behavior. I was pleased and I am grateful for her service to my family!"

Reviewed by Nicole L.

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Carly G.


Yonkers, NY

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I am 20 years old and currently attend college. I have experience with babysitting children of all ages. I also have experience in caring for special needs children as I volunteer at a hospital for physically and mentally disabled children.
5.0
"We love Carly! She is reliable, responsible and very caring. We are new parents & it was hard for us to find someone that we trust with our infant daughter. Carly takes great care of her while we are at work or...

Reviewed by Trina M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Norwood, NJ

Tracey G.

5.0

I interviewed this lovely candidate for a night position for my elderly Mom, who has early Alzheimers. Tracey is absolutely delightful, with a wealth of experience and knowledge! My Mom's current aide works 24-hours, and I feel due to my Mom's recent decline, no aide should be sleeping on their...

- Karen S.

Melissa M.

5.0

Melissa has been a great help, and is good with my toddler-age daughter. She is professional and dependable.

- Adam B.

Lori E.

5.0

Lori would be a valuable addition to your team if you have a teen or young adult on the autism spectrum who needs help with school/college and/or life skills.

- Alistair B.

Rachel W.

5.0

I watched Rachel save a random 2 year old who accidentally fell into our neighborhood pool. This was not the child she was in charge of, and she definitely prevented a tragedy from happening as this child wandered off from his parents accidentally fell into the water very quickly. I was impressed...

- Ellen E.

Shannon K.

5.0

I hired Shannon recently through Care to watch and tutor my kids. While she has been at our house, she has also cared greatly for our two dogs, through feeding them, playing with them, and taking them on long walks with my four kids. With our kids, I trust her just as much as I trust anybody in my...

- Diane C.

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