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Cynthia T.

Compassionate Care Giver

South Plainfield, NJ

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Hi. I'm a people person. Very nurturing and compassionate Let me help with your loved ones while you take a break, do errands, whatever you need. I am available Saturday and Sunday. Very reliable. Thank you
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Katie H.

Teacher/Tutor/Caregiver Available

South Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have a great enthusiasm and energetic attitude when teaching and working with children. In my classroom, I have implemented a positive and kind classroom environment that enables all students to develop and reach their full learning potential. I enjoy helping others and motivating them to become the best they can be!
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Megan O.

South Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Hi my name is Megan! I have had a wide variety of experience working with kids; including multiple summer camps, substitute teaching and running a state-run before/after school day care. I am most comfortable working with kids ages 6 to 12. I have worked very closely with the special needs community for many years. I absolutely...
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Megan O.

South Plainfield, NJ

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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
Hi my name is Megan! I have had a wide variety of experience working with kids; including multiple summer camps, substitute teaching and running a state-run before/after school day care. I am most comfortable working with kids ages 6 to 12. I have worked very closely with the special needs community for many years. I absolutely...
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Marina M.

South Plainfield, NJ

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$30/hr
3 years experience
I am graduated in economics and have a master degree in journalism. I am CPR certified. I drive my own car too. I'd describe my personality as joyful, smart, lovely. I like working with kids because they never stop amazing me with how wonderfully crystal their world is. I am very honored and happy to work as their nanny. I...
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Cathy P.

South Plainfield, NJ

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$21/hr
14 years experience
Respite care
transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
Bio I am a hardworking woman and devoted single parent with over 14 years of experience in healthcare and transportation. Since 2010, I have worked as a Home Health Aide (HHA) and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in New York, providing compassionate care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I also hold a CDL-B...
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Natalia L.

Looking For A Full Time Job

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Natalia, 28. My past experiences included being an Au pair, where I stayed two years in the same family and was responsible for 4 kids, being age 5 months, 3, 5, 7 y. o. I have worked for other families caring for kids new born to age 12 y. o My full time job now is one kid I have been with her for 2 years. Kumon...

Care Member says "Nat does weekend/date night sitting for us and she is wonderful. She is able to wrangle our two busy toddlers like a pro, while still being caring,...

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Alissa W.

Happy Helper

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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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Sopio D.

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
As a mother and teacher, I've always been drawn to nurturing young minds. Working in preschool, I saw firsthand how vital early childhood development is, and I'm eager to use my five years of experience and training to support families. I hold a graduate degree and certifications in Early Childhood Education (ECE) and Child...

Care Member says "Sophia was placed as a student teacher in my son ‘s class and I can t thank you enough for being so supportive. We just came to USA last year and my son...

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Kathleen K.

Special Needs Provider

Clark, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$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.
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Cathi A.

Parlin, NJ

4.5(1)
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$38/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
I have extensive experience in the child care field, providing a loving, caring, and nurturing environment for children of all ages, from infants through early teens. Adaptable to special needs children and their care. I'm also a pet lover.

Heidi C. says "As a single parent, I couldn't have raised such a great son without her. She was always there to support both my son and me. She has great values and I...

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Cierrah W.

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
Hello! My name is Cierrah, and I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over seven years of experience in child care. I graduated from Rutgers with a Bachelors in Psychology. I have a genuine love for children and enjoy helping them grow, learn, and explore the world around them. I have experience with children from...

Dip R. says "Cierrah babysat for my two children during spring break. She was great with both of them, whether she was caring for the newborn or playing with the 4 year...

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Eileen P.

Experienced Nanny

Clark, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
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...

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Kelly R.

South Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Nurturing young minds is my passion. With seven years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11, I bring patience, creativity, and thoughtful care to every interaction. My graduate degree complements my Early Childhood Education (ECE) and Early Child Development coursework, providing a strong foundation for fostering...

Care Member says "We are very lucky to have Kelly come to our son Lenny for fun activities, like drawing, play dough, dancing, reading, learning how to count, colours,...

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Violeta P.

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
I have always enjoyed working with the elderly people. I have great respect for their wisdom and really listen to their needs and concerns. Thus, I was assisting seniors as a live-in/live-out aide for over 20 years. Through my years of service I have acquired a great deal of experience and outstanding references. In the past, I...

Lisa Z. says "Violeta was employed by our family 2015-2017. During that time she cared for our invalid mother who was wheelchair bound. Violeta's duties included all...

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Nancy M.

Experienced Respite Worker Looking For Part - Time Work.

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
With a decade of experience nurturing young minds, I'm eager to provide exceptional care for your child. My passion lies in fostering growth and creating a positive impact, which is why I became a caregiver. I hold a college degree and have completed Early Childhood Education (ECE) coursework, as well as Early Child Development...

Whitney F. says "Nancy has been with us for about 2 years. She is very reliable and kind. She is great at bringing crafts and other activities for the kids to do and my...

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Roxanne C.

Manville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
Hi! My name is Roxanne, and I'm a certified teacher who specializes in working with students with special needs. Supporting children's academic, social, and emotional growth is my passion. I'm also a mom to two little ones (ages 1 and almost 3), so I understand how important it is to find someone you trust. I'm off for the...

Rosetta D. says "Roxanne has truly been a blessing to our family! My son loves her and always has the best of times when he is with Roxanne. She is fun, loving, and even...

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Camelia M.

Patient And Caring With Good Communication Skills

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities and physically abused at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French nonprofit organization "L'École de clown" where I was...

Michelle M. says "Camelia was hired as a nanny to take care of my baby about one year of age for nine months. Camelia is very caring and have great interactions with my...

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Theresa S.

Sayreville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
As a dedicated mother of two and an early childhood educator with over 15 years of experience, I am passionate about fostering a loving, fun, and supportive environment where children thrive. I am CPR/AED/First Aid certified and offer professional nanny and tutoring services. My expertise includes fine and gross motor...

Brooke G. says "She is simply the best. I defy you to find someone who cares more about educating kids, or does it with more joy."

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Melissa C.

Part-Time Babysitter/Tutor Available!

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hello! I am a 27-year-old middle school language arts teacher living in Woodbridge, NJ. I AM FULLY COVID-19 VACCINATED!! I have my bachelor's degree in English and my Master's in Teaching with certifications in k-6, special ed., and middle school (5-8) language arts. Personally, I have worked with children for as long as I can...

Ariya V. says "Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the...

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  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of April 2026

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Natalia L.

Nat does weekend/date night sitting for us and she is wonderful. She is able to wrangle our two busy toddlers like a pro, while still being...

- Care member

Alissa W.

Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly...

- Jonaliza C.

Sopio D.

Sophia was placed as a student teacher in my son ‘s class and I can t thank you enough for being so supportive. We just came to USA last...

- Care member

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