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I don't even know where to begin. Jillene was a perfect match to care for my dad who was on hospice. I am crying as I am writing this…
Review for Jillene F. by Joanne I.
Digna is always on time and even better, always early. She's honest and I trusted her from the start. She's a good driver, and when she…
Review for Digna U. by Brian J.
Anabel sat my two boys. She was kind and fun, bringing a bag of toys and books with her. They enjoyed playing with her.
Review for Anabel E. by Jennifer D.
Special needs caregivers in Paramus, NJ
Emily B.
Paramus, NJ
$15-25/hr
I will admit that I do not have a lot of hands-on experience with individuals on the spectrum, but I am interested in working with children on the spectrum. I have studied Human Development and am planning on putting in some volunteer hours in at We Rock the Spectrum in Clearwater to get some more experience. As a part of my...
Hello my name is sarena L. I have been working with mentally disabled adults for over 10 years. I have worked with children and adults with all different kinds of cognitive disabilities such as down syndrome, autism, diabetes, epilepsy, and mental health patients. And very compassionate and caring and understanding and have much...
Emily B.
Paramus, NJ
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Emily and I have my bachelor's degree in Human Development and many years of experience working as a nanny; as well as experience working in a Montessori School. I love working with children of all ages, but I have a special place in my heart for those toddlers everyone is saying are so terrible. I am also open...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Olivia B.
Paramus, NJ
$25-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have been babysitting for the past two years. I have a lifeguard certification as well as First Aid and CPR training. I have also babysat children with Autism and special needs
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Maryellen and I am a 23-year-old college graduate (pre med track) who loves working with kids! I have 7+ years of experience working with children ranging from toddlers, elementary, and special needs. Working with kids is one of my passions and I love the fun I am able to bring to them while working/taking care, and...
Maryellen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
licensed practical nurse for 9 years as of 2025
5 years of experience in long term
Looking for private duty home care.
Experienced in g tube feedings, nebulizer treatments, medication management,
Wound care, catheters, incontinent care, special needs, dementia, Incontinence care and memory care.
Jillene can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"I don't even know where to begin. Jillene was a perfect match to care for my dad who was on hospice. I am crying as I am writing this in the short period of time that she cared for my dad I felt she became part of our family. I would highly, highly recommend...
Joanne I.
Shavelle D.
Hackensack, NJ
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids for as long as I can remember. I have nannied three wonderful kids. Volunteered at schools. And taken care and been a companion to kids with special needs. I love kids and have a high level of patience.
Shavelle can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Digna U.
Paterson, NJ
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have almost 10seven year experience I used to working in a lot different kind a cases of senior needed, mobility, bed bath, shower, feeding, eye everything about cares and Also I'm doing child with special needs. I used to work in different kind of cases. I have experience in dementia Alzheimer's. I'm a certificate CHHA. now...
4.0
"Digna is always on time and even better, always early. She's honest and I trusted her from the start. She's a good driver, and when she takes you out, she makes sure you're safe. She's attentive, caring and I appreciated the help in the mornings. She loves what she...
Brian J.
Anabel E.
Lodi, NJ
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm no longer available. Thank you for considering me.
Hello moms!!
My name is Anabel and I'm currently a Nursing student and former special needs teacher assistant for The Department of Education of New York. I have experience assisting with lesson plans and helping with classwork/homework. I have worked with kids as...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anabel sat my two boys. She was kind and fun, bringing a bag of toys and books with her. They enjoyed playing with her."
Jennifer D.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County***
Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver for Special Needs, Senior Care, Child Care. I have over 18 years of experience. I am available for week night M-F overnight (flexible with start time)(7/8pm-7am)or weekend Fri-Sun overnight...
Tracey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"As a first time mommy, I needed extra help with my son. At one month old Tracey came to the rescue! She was very patient not only with our son, but also with my husband and I as new parents who had no idea what we were doing. She came on time, made herself at home...
Christina D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
*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...
Tracey can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care
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...
Karen S.
Lisa R.
Harrington Park, NJ
$19-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a school counselor and mom of three children. I am looking for a summer job and option to continue working and helping others throughout the school year. When I was in graduate school I worked in a group home with men that had special needs. I helped clean, cook, bath and keep the men active and healthy. I also took care of...
Lisa can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lisa is an amazing person! I wish Every one that applies with Care.Com was like her! She is the best ever! I have never Have had such a wonderful Amazing caring uplifting positive person To help me!!! I never felt as comfortable and safe with any anyone else...
Diane O.
Amaris C.
Fort Lee, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
My name is Amaris and I have over 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have looked after children since I was 15 years old. My skills include feeding, dressing, diapering and bathing. I love to engage children in fun educational activities like arts and crafts, reading, outdoor activities like trips to the...
Amaris can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amaris is trustworthy, reliable and sensitive!"
Nancy G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sandra. I have the certification on Home Health Aide. I have Adult CPR and First Aide. Many years ago I worked in Florida with young people with different special needs, as well as with the elderly with different medical conditions. Due to circumstances beyond my control, I had to move to New Jersey where I...
Sandra can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"It was the luckiest day of all our lives when Sandra B. came into it to take care of my sister twice a week. She is a blessing in so many ways. She can do anything. She cleans, she cooks, shops, helps with the laundry, takes her to the doctor and sees that she can...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Good day families and friends I will have some availability over the Christmas break starting this Friday 12/20-12/31. Please reach out if you are looking for care. This is ONLY for the break. A lil bit about me, I started out babysitting my younger siblings and children of relatives. After high school I became a camp counselor...
Lanisha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lanisha is far beyond a caregiver, she is a GOD send. An angel in human flesh. She was hired to be a companion to my 43 year old brother who was very sad and dealing with ALS when I needed to be out of town for work. Lanisha went above and beyond and provided a...
Karree G.
Janelle R.
South Hackensack, NJ
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hi there!
I've been working as a nanny for 10+ years. I've worked with children of all ages from 3 weeks old, to 16 years old.
I love to spend time with children. I read and do age-related activities. I can tutor as well, if necessary. Safety is is main priority, so that it is never a worry.
I am CPR/AED certified as a...
5.0
"I am so so happy we found Janelle! Extremely punctual, great relaxed energy, very communicative. 100% a great hire your kids will love. Highly recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Eleanora. I have 12 years experience and living in an nursing home. My experience includes: cooking, changing, cleaning, bathing, medication moderator, feeding, and many more. I worked in a 33-bed adult care facility. I helped organize workshops for the members. I participated in over-night care on a regular basis. I...
Eleanora can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care
5.0
"Eleanora took her role As an aide, companion very seriously. She always took the our mom's needs into consideration . Elle prepared food that was nutritious and easy for the patient to tolerate when eating became difficult. She treated our mom with respect and...
Judi H.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sarah and I'm 22. I'm in my second year of nursing school. I have worked as a full time nanny for the last 5 years. I am CPR/first aid certified, water safety certified and I have over 100+ volunteer hours in K-3 classrooms. I am passionate about working with kids and helping them effectively reach their milestones. I...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah was amazing and helped me tremendously with my newborn. She was compassionate, attentive, and overall the perfect nanny. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with little ones for over 14 years.
My love for kids is something that always provided me with amazing experiences. I truly enjoy playing, organizing crafts and activities or simple going for a walk. I was able to experience child development at every level. And I must say I enjoy all of it. I have...
Michele can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Michele is great. She was our sitter for a few months before life whisked her away to Florida. She is kind, funny, patient and yet firm. Though she was with us for only about 5 months she easily became part of the extended family. We would have had her stay w our...
Irene B.
Tiffany E.
Westwood, NJ
$25-38/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(15)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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. I have traveled the tri-state area and worked with children all ages from infancy to teenagers. I have also worked with individuals who had varying specials needs. I...
Tiffany can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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!"
Nicole L.
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