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Cynthia T.

Compassionate Care Giver

South Plainfield, NJ

from: $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

from: $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

from: $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

from: $17/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

carpooling

swimming supervision

travel

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Cathy P.

South Plainfield, NJ

from: $21/hr

14 years experience

Light cleaning

transportation

respite care

errands

meal prep

+ 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

Craft assistance

swimming supervision

meal prep

carpooling

grocery shopping

+ 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

Craft assistance

swimming supervision

meal prep

carpooling

grocery shopping

+ 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

grocery shopping

meal prep

travel

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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Lily D.

Berkeley Heights, NJ

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

Hi my name is Lily and I'm a college student at Salisbury University. I'm looking for a job where I can help and take care of somewhere. I want to build a relationship and not just work for you because it's my job. I'm very outgoing and can help with anything. I am also very organized and love to go out and hang out.

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Cathi A.

Parlin, NJ

4.5(1)

from: $38/hr

10 years experience

Craft assistance

swimming supervision

carpooling

light cleaning

meal prep

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

Craft assistance

travel

carpooling

light cleaning

meal prep

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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Dorothy B.

Colonia, NJ

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hello my name is Dorothy I have medical assistant certification from Sanford Brown Institute and also some sonography experience great knowledge of human anatomy and holistic medicine if I meet your requirements please do not hesitate to contact me thank you and have great day

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Jayde W.

Middlesex, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

6 years experience

Grocery shopping

craft assistance

meal prep

I'm a compassionate and experienced caregiver, dedicated to providing exceptional care for your little ones. My journey into child care began at the young age of 16 when I started babysitting during my summers off. Currently, I am in a Masters program at NYU working toward licensure to become a Licensed Mental Health Therapist....

Naja K. says "Hiring Jayde was my first experience using care.com and also trusting a stranger with my baby. I can say that I made no mistake! Jayde came into my home and...

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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

craft assistance

light cleaning

meal prep

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

craft assistance

meal prep

swimming supervision

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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Eunice D.

Full Category Giver

Parlin, NJ

4.5(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

Is my pleasure to help those in need of help all field that is looking after their children and also laundry help maintaining clean kitchen and bath living rooms and all house chores. I am a New Jersey certified home health aide and a medication aide for seniors.

Audrey A. says "Eunice is very patient and careful with clients "

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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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Gabriela D.

Caregiver

Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Grocery shopping

travel

swimming supervision

carpooling

light cleaning

+ 1 more

Hello! My name is Gabriela, and I'm an experienced and dedicated caregiver with over five years working in a daycare setting, supporting children from newborns to 6 years old, including those with special needs. I have experience with children of all ages and both genders. In addition to childcare, I'm also comfortable caring...

Paula P. says "I don't have anything to complain about her. I really recommend Gabby to any family, she is punctual, flexible (always there when I needed some help with...

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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

grocery shopping

meal prep

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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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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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in South Plainfield, NJ

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Cynthia T.

Compassionate Care Giver

Katie H.

Teacher/Tutor/Caregiver Available

Megan O.

Megan O.

Cathy P.

Natalia L.

Looking For A Full Time Job

Alissa W.

Happy Helper

Sopio D.

Kathleen K.

Special Needs Provider

Lily D.

Cathi A.

Cierrah W.

Dorothy B.

Jayde W.

Eileen P.

Experienced Nanny

Kelly R.

Eunice D.

Full Category Giver

Violeta P.

Gabriela D.

Caregiver

Nancy M.

Experienced Respite Worker Looking For Part - Time Work.

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in South Plainfield, NJ

Natalia L.

Alissa W.

Sopio D.

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