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Grey C.

Babysitter

North Bergen, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $26/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

My name is Grey. I have 16 years of experience in childcare. I studied Early Childhood Pedagogy in my home country (Colombia). I have experience working with children of different ages, including children with special needs. I focus on understanding children at their different stages of development, planning educational...

Rosa R. says "Grey watched my daughter for a week and we loved our time with her. She watched my 2 year old with great care, energy and creativity. She was always...

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Jacqueline P.

Nanny Looking For A Full-time Job

Weehawken, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Meal prep

swimming supervision

travel

craft assistance

light cleaning

Hi, my name is Jacqueline. I was born in Colombia and have many years of experience caring for children of all ages, including infants and kids with special needs. I'm a loving, active, and responsible nanny. I enjoy outdoor activities, reading books, arts and crafts, and supporting children's learning through play. I'm fluent...

Gregg B. says "She's great with the kids. My son is in love w her. We use her part time and on weekends now that our full time nanny is back. Energetic and open to...

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Enock R.

Certified Nursing Assistant

New York, NY

4.0(0)

from: $18/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Fully experienced in accomplishing home health aid duties in a timely manner. Certified in Boston as a Home Health Aide through the Boston Visiting Nurses Association in 1994. As a Home Health Aide special emphasis' is placed on cleanliness and sanitizing patient living room including laundry, dishwashing as well as dusting ,...

Ana H.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Great experience / reference available Saturday and Sunday . Am currently hold a RN from the state of Florida, love to work with special needs!

Liza F. says "I can not say enough about how amazing Ana is. She is prompt, communicative, and most of all truly caring. I had a last minute work trip and Ana was able to...

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Sarah H.

Fun, Responsible, & Caring Sitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

5 years experience

Grocery shopping

light cleaning

travel

meal prep

carpooling

+ 1 more

Hello! I am a 26-year-old female looking to babysit children ages 5-10. I worked at an elementary school for 2 years as an Operations Coordinator and am going back to school to get my masters in teaching elementary education. I am available to babysit Wednesday - Friday. I grew up with a sister who has autism and I was very...

Olivia J. says "Sarah is a hardworking and responsible girl who is extremely trustworthy. I would feel very confident and comfortable letting Sarah be a person to watch...

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Dominique C.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

15 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Meal prep

swimming supervision

grocery shopping

light cleaning

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I'm passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and their families. With over 15 years of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of all ages. My calm and imaginative approach encourages learning through play and exploration. I believe in...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Dominique! She is kind, super patient, helpful, and hard-working. She helped us a lot and I will definitely hire her again!"

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Lucas M.

New York, NY

5.0(0)

from: $17/hr

Great experienced manny looking for a nanny position! I have more than 3 years of experience taking care of an autistic child! I also can provide you some references!

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Suprina B.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $50/hr

50 years experience

Meal prep

swimming supervision

travel

carpooling

craft assistance

I have over 10 years of experience working with infants, children, and young adults. My focus is supporting and encouraging positivity, try-again's, celebrating creativity to navigate, and, when possible, exceed milestones. Love children and come to work daily with enthusiasm. Special training: New Born, ABA, Floortime,...

Catherine W. says "We had to cancel due to illness but Suprina was very responsive and provided wonderful references!"

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Samantha L.

Babysitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Light cleaning

meal prep

carpooling

craft assistance

I started babysitting in high school for children of all ages including one with special needs. I will be more than happy to help watch and entertain your children in a safe environment! I am pursuing a masters in social work and hope to work will children professionally in social work setting in the future.

Care Member says "Samantha was an awesome sitter! Very polite, arrived on time and very warm and friendly. Will hire again the next time we need a hand - thank you!"

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Kiera M.

Mental Health Therapist/Nanny Available For Part Time Positions

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $18/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Light cleaning

meal prep

travel

swimming supervision

carpooling

+ 1 more

Hi! My name is Kiera. I am a Mental Health Therapist/nanny living in Manasquan, NJ. My experience includes age ranges from 3 m/o-preteens. While completing my undergraduate degree, I worked in Hamden, CT where I specialized in working with infants (5 m/o-2 y/o), as well as preschoolers (3-4 y/o). During my summers in...

Irina Z. says "Kiera is absolutely phenomenal and we love her dearly! She tamed my wild and independent 8yo who drove crazy two other nannies. Our 3yo could not wait for...

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Chloe V.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Hi! My name is Chloe and I am 22 years old. I have experience babysitting/nannying ages 6 months to 13 years old for the past 10 years! I graduated in May from Michigan State University with degrees in Elementary Education and Child Development. I have thousands of hours in classrooms, most notably a full semester in a...

Brianna S. says "To whom it may concern, It is my pleasure to recommend Chloe as a childcare provider. She has cared for our 6 month old son, three times a week for the...

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Farisa K.

Special Needs Babysitter/nanny

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

5 years experience

My grandmother was a health care worker that worked with both adults and children with special needs. I become a substitute teacher and fell in love with teaching and nurturing children that have special needs. I discovered my passion for special education as a teachers assistant for children on the autism spectrum. Since then I...

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Amaris C.

Fort Lee, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

light cleaning

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...

Preto G. says "Amaris is a very patient and caring babysitter. She is responsible and dependable. You can tell she loves working with kids and they love being around her....

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Tracey G.

Senior Caregiver

Bergenfield, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Live-in home care

personal care

respite care

dementia

hospice services

*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...

Karen S. says "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...

Eka B.

My Overall Skills

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience

Errands

hospice services

meal prep

light cleaning

companionship

+ 1 more

Certified HHA , CHA. I have skills to communicate and make them fill safe and happy. 20 year experience tough me how to deal with emergency and special needs

Eka B. says "She is very loving, caring and trustworthy person. I always felt great when she took care of my mom. I highly recommend hiring her"

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Ashley R.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $45/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Light cleaning

meal prep

travel

swimming supervision

carpooling

+ 1 more

Dedicated and compassionate childcare professional with 13 yrs of experience in nurturing and educating children, including those with special needs. As a certified nursing assistant I have a strong foundation in health care, ensuring I offer not only emotional support but a focus on the developmental and physical well-being of...

Paul B. says "Ashley brought joy and light to our home and our family . Ashley is an intelligent, kind, and selfless person . She is an excellent worker , structured ,...

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Nicole T.

Available For Date Night Sitting Only

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 12 families in your area

Swimming supervision

travel

carpooling

craft assistance

**Available for one-time/occasional sitting jobs only** My experience includes three years as a full-time live-in nanny for fantastic preemie twins, who are now attending school full-time. I still care for the twins occasionally when their parents have to be away at the same time. Previously, I worked as a state-certified...

Marwan H. says "She was an outstanding for our newborn twins and stayed with us for three years until they started pre-school. She is professional, reliable, flexible...

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Melissa H.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $150/hr

10 years experience

Hi! I have been dedicated to providing private lessons to children with special needs for over 20 years. My student-guided approach emphasizes hands-on learning, tailoring behavioral and academic strategies to meet each child's unique needs. I integrate ABA principles and collaborate with students' Physical and Occupational...

Barry K. says "Melissa worked with our son with special needs for several years when he was in upper school. She was more than just an excellent math and humanities...

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Brittany H.

Jersey City, NJ

3.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Light cleaning

meal prep

travel

swimming supervision

carpooling

+ 1 more

Nurturing children and watching them blossom is truly my passion. For the past 21 years, I've had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. I am comfortable caring for up to 4 children. I have experience with special needs children, a Child Development Associate (CDA), and Early Child Development...

Maria G. says "Dependable and kind. Someone my daughter truly looks forward to seeing everyday. "

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Jeadd A.

Funny Sitter, Honest Kind And Loyal

New York, NY

3.7(1)

from: $35/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I am a 32 yr-old Filipino guy, I love dealing with other persons, and I love taking take good care of my patient. I love showing my love and care for them and treating them just one of my family members. I am very kind person, loyal, sweet, honest and loyal person. I am working right now as physical therapist assistant, but...

Judy H. says "Jeadd helped us for 6 weeks after my husband underwent surgery. He was a wonderful help at a very stressful time. At first Jeadd helped my husband with...

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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $19.00/hr as of August 2026

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Grey C.

Grey watched my daughter for a week and we loved our time with her. She watched my 2 year old with great care, energy and creativity. She...

- Rosa R.

Jacqueline P.

She's great with the kids. My son is in love w her. We use her part time and on weekends now that our full time nanny is back. Energetic and...

- Gregg B.

Ana H.

I can not say enough about how amazing Ana is. She is prompt, communicative, and most of all truly caring. I had a last minute work trip and...

- Liza F.

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