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I am a mom, and I love kids. I am an excellent caregiver who understands the patience, compassion, and creativity it takes to support a child's growth. With my experience nurturing my own child, I've learned how to create a warm, safe, and engaging environment where kids feel valued and encouraged to explore and learn.
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- $23/hr
I have plenty of experience working g with disabled clients I will give quality and dignity care as well as patience
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- $30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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Hello! I began to babysit kids around the age of 12. During my child-care career, I have worked in schools, summer camps, and nanny agencies. While working in child care, I have been approached with different situations. Such as working overnight, assisting at birthday parties, working with special needs children, and many more....
Keshia C. says "Janiya is the best of the best. She was punctual and loads of fun, my kids took to her immediately. She was kind a very patient with then even taught them...
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- $22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
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Hi parents!
I am an enthusiastic & attentive caretaker with 9 years of experience working with children ages 0-12, and people with special needs ages 5-22. I have experience in roles such as live-in nanny, substitute teacher, babysitter, daycare assistant, special needs aid, camp counselor, housekeeper and more. I have CPR and...
Care Member says "Malka took care of our baby boy during the day while we worked from home for 3 months, from the time he was 7 months old until 10 months old. She was...
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- $25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
As the oldest child, I grew up taking care of my 4 siblings. Coming from a large extended family, I also took care of my cousins. My love for children is what drove me to become a teacher. I love working with children of all ages. Not only can I provide a safe and fun time, I can also incorporate academics into the experience. I...
Care Member says "Farisa is hands down the best baby sitter we have ever worked with. My 18-month old daughter is extremely shy and was going through major separation...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I have been working as a nanny for 15 years. For 4 years, I have worked for a great family in Metuchen with three children, two who have special needs. Also, I have experience in working with infants. I am CPR certified. I do potty training, pick up/drop/off school, homework help. I also do Children's laundry, cleanups, meals,...
Paul T. says "Eileen cared for our three toddlers for a year and was wonderful. She was dependable, always willing to be flexible when we needed extra help, and our 3...
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Experienced Nanny Seeking Part-Time Position
Hello! I am an experienced and dedicated nanny looking for a part-time position, ideally between 5-15 hours per week. Morning only and within 5 miles of Cranford. I bring over 10 years of full-time nanny experience and have worked with children ranging from 2 months to 16 years old....
Rebecca G. says "Theo is patient and kind and genuinely loves working with babies and children. She is communicative and always accessible and very dependable. She is...
Hello my name is Valerie. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I have many years experience with children of all ages. I am a certified K-8 teacher also certified in special education. I have a masters in education, teaching for 14 years. For the last five years I have worked in the school as a crisis counselor,...
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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- $35/hr
10 years experience
Travel
Hi my name is Jennifer I've been a nanny/ babysitter for the last 10 years , and found your post very interesting. My present job is sadly coming to and end soon after several years, and I loved every minute of it.
My working history includes, lots of experience with newborns to kindergarten, twins and I have also been bless to...
Barbara H. says "It is my great pleasure to recommend Jennifer as a nanny. She has been with our family since March 2014. Jennifer has been lovingly caring for our 5 year...
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- $28/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I'm a professional nanny with over nine years of experience supporting children through calm, structured, and developmentally informed care. I hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) and bring a strong understanding of early childhood development across different ages and stages.
I value consistency, clear expectations, and...
Joy W. says "Mimi took care of my infant daughter for a few months. She was responsible, caring, and followed the schedule I gave her. Highly recommend her!"
Hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
transportation
errands
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Hi, I have experience working with individuals with specials needs as a residential counselor and Direct support Professional. I worked with the youth and elderly, helping them do daily tasks and giving medication. I also have experience working as an event coordinator and office assistant so I'm great at multitasking. My...
James T. says "Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again."
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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Hi everyone, my name is Alissa! I am attending graduate school for speech language pathology and I plan to work in pediatrics. I have 6 years of babysitting children with special needs, children going through a difficult time in their lives and those with speech delays. I have babysay ages 3 to 11 and I truly believe that being...
Jonaliza C. says "Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly anticipates...
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
Hello! I am a special needs childcare provider with over 10 years of hands on experience working alongside parents, guardians, teachers and therapists to help enrich each of my client's lives. I have a bachelors degree in theatre arts. I specialize in emotional care, nurturing, and using arts and crafts, performing arts and the...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Karema, I'm 42 years old. I have over 10 years of experiences doing companion/care-giving and assisting with special need cases. I cared for family, and non -family members who has special needs requirements. My daughter is 10, and she has ADHD, and a learning disability, In addition to that I'm also CPR/BLS...
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- $25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
companionship
live-in home care
dementia
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Hi there! I'm Angel, a reliable, nurturing, and dedicated professional nanny with a heart full of passion for child development and years of hands-on experience. Whether it's caring for infants, toddlers, or children with special needs, I bring patience, warmth, and structure into every child's day.
I'm CPR/First Aid certified,...
Bhekinkosi B. says "She is very passionate, warm and very caring."
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- $15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a college graduate and I have worked with a variety of children with special needs. I am honest and trustworthy. I love all kinds of children.
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
Hello My name is Olivia.
33-year-old new mom to a beautiful 1-year-old baby girl . Very reliable and willing to always help out where and when I can.
Im available for transportation to and from school or after school activities. I have 4 years of experience with transport/ nanny services including working with a special needs...
Former Member A. says "Olivia is amazing, her energy and her aura was amazing to be around .definitely a keeper"
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- $22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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Hi my name is Becca or Becs! I absolutely love young minds! I'm extremely punctual, patient, flexible, energetic, and fun. On the other hand I've had to run an entire household from sun up to sun down on my own so I know that kids can be wild and I'm totally prepared to become a jungle gym. I personally incorporate gentle...
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- $20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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Kate B. says "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...
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The average post rate is $29.00/hr as of April 2026
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Janyia M.
Janiya is the best of the best. She was punctual and loads of fun, my kids took to her immediately. She was kind a very patient with then...
- Keshia C.
Malka S.
Malka took care of our baby boy during the day while we worked from home for 3 months, from the time he was 7 months old until 10 months...
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Farisa K.
Farisa is hands down the best baby sitter we have ever worked with. My 18-month old daughter is extremely shy and was going through major...
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