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Juliana F.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Rockaway, NJ

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$15/hr
I am in my final year of nursing school and I have found my passion through helping others. I have gained experience and knowledge through my clinical courses and I am willing to learn more from you!
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Charley R.

Rockaway, NJ

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
I love helping others. One thing you should know about me is I am in school to be a COTA and plan to get my OTD after. I have a brother with Autism who is non verbal with behavioral needs and I have been taking care of him since I was 7 years old. I also worked in an elementary school for 4 years. My skills include patients,...
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Alina S.

Caretaker W/ Family Experience

Rockaway, NJ

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Alina, and it would be a pleasure to work with you! I am a 22-year-old part-time chemistry student, as well as a babysitter and art studio manager. I grew up alongside my brother who is autistic & nonverbal, which has given me a lifetime of experience with special needs, caregiving, and patience. I've worked with...
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Elyse R.

Patient, Compassionate Caregiver

Rockaway, NJ

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
I have some experience with children on the Autism Spectrum, and I am hoping to gain more experience with children who have special needs. I am extremely empathetic, adaptive, and patient. I study Human Services and have classes that focus on children with special needs and would love to gain experience and build relationships...
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Alina S.

Fun, Loving Caretaker

Rockaway, NJ

from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Alina, and it would be a pleasure to work with you! I am a 21-year-old part-time chemistry student, as well as a babysitter and art studio manager. I grew up alongside my brother who is autistic & nonverbal, which has given me a lifetime of experience with special needs, caregiving, and patience. I've worked with...
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Mackenzie M.

Babysitter

Boonton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting and nannying for the past 14 years. I started working with four foster children in 2011. I was responsible for their meals, nap-time, and taking the children to and from activities/appointments. I have worked with children with special needs.

Sandra C. says "I could rely on MacKenzie to take care of our 4 children without worrying. I knew she would handle any situation that came up sensibly. She's like one of...

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Kelly D.

Loving And Energetic Nanny With Over 15 Years Of Experience Looking For Occasional/ Full /part Time

Riverdale, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a Mom to a 13-year-old little boy who is my life and my step son who is also 13 . I have worked with children for over 20 years and have extensive references! I am energetic, outgoing and fun loving . I enjoy all activities , reading , swimming( I can also give swimming lessons as I was a coach), walks and much more! I will...

George G. says "Kelly was well liked by my children. She is very knowledgeable and did a wonderful job helping my girls with their homework!!! She's pleasant and witty!...

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Bonnie R.

Determined To Provide Wonderful Care To Your Child On A Part-time Basis.

Randolph, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
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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Rachel D.

Lake Hopatcong, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Christina S.

Creative And Energetic Sitter

Denville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, 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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Briana C.

Long-term Nanny

Mount Arlington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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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Nashaly M.

Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I am a Behavioral Therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology and interested in babysitting/nannying part time. I love working with kids and have worked at a daycare for almost 2 years and another for about a year now. My mother is also a teacher who has taught me a lot on how to care for a child. I have a 3-year-old brother who...

Hitesh M. says "Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time ."

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Samantha C.

Bloomingdale, NJ

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
7 years experience
Hi there! I'm Sam. I'm a 22-year-old former EMT and current 9-1-1 dispatcher trying to get back into childcare because I feel like this is where I belong! I have 7 years of experience with children of all ages. Additionally, I have extensive experience with special needs children as I have grown up in an autism household. I am...

Care Member says "Sam has and continues to care for our youngest child. She has been babysitting my son since he is 2 and he is now 8. Sam is reliable, fun, responsible...

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Colleen F.

Experienced Nanny Looking For New Family

Hopatcong, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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...

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Valerie V.

Seasoned Professional Nanny

Butler, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I began my journey going to a vocational High school where I not only had my regular academics but I was able to get a head start on my career that I would be doing after I graduated . I was able to get first hand experience with newborns all the way up to the Kindergarten class. Once High school was over I extended my education...

Care Member says "Valerie has been with us almost daily for the past 2.5 years. She is dependable and my kids absolutely love her! We highly recommend her. "

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Melody M.

Senior And Adult Special Needs Care Giver

Oak Ridge, NJ

4.8(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
respite care
I am a certified home health aid, certified EMT DDD trained and a nursing school graduate. I have been a HHA for over 10 yrs. I enjoy helping people maintain there independence. My skills are extensive and adaptable to the individuals needs.

Care Member says "Melody was very knowledgeable and caring. She took good care of our mom. "

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Lisa E.

I Am Available On A Part-time Basis - I Work As An Educator Until 2:30 Each Day.

Sparta, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am the mother of two adult children. I have over 30 years of experience in the field of education - from preschool through high school. I have a NJ K - 6 Teacher Certification. I, also, have a Professional Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from Cal State U., Long Beach. I taught for many years in California. I have...

Brian F. says "Lisa made our summer a pleasure by taking care of our 6 mos. old and 2 1/2 year old. They both connected with her right away and she engaged them all day....

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Melissa T.

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Randolph, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
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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Genevieve P.

Professional Experience With Children With Behavioral Disorders

Hopatcong, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, 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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Melody M.

Extensive Experience With Seniors And Adult Special Needs

Oak Ridge, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a certified home health aid, certified EMT, have DDD training, nursing school graduate I can identify medical emergencies and act accordingly I have provided nutritional care, encourage and assist with activities of daily living, assist with AM & PM care, medication administration, ambulation, exercises, bath rooming,...
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  • The average post rate is $19.60/hr as of August 2025

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Special Needs Caregivers in Rockaway, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Mackenzie M.

I could rely on MacKenzie to take care of our 4 children without worrying. I knew she would handle any situation that came up sensibly....

- Sandra C.

Kelly D.

Kelly was well liked by my children. She is very knowledgeable and did a wonderful job helping my girls with their homework!!! She's...

- George G.

Bonnie R.

Bonnie is amazing. She is great with young kids, very dependable and trustworthy. She plans days in advance for activities and adventures...

- Hayley M.

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