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Nancy M.

Experienced Respite Worker Looking For Part - Time Work.

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Happy Helper

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 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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Clark, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
respite care
errands
transportation
Hi I'm Julia , I've been a LPN for 40 yrs working in many areas of nursing from children with special needs , oncology , and 20 yrs in hospital nursing. I'm semi retired now and would like to work a part time nursing job in this chapter of my life . I feel I have a lot to offer and expertise .
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East Orange, NJ

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$19/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a behavior technician with 5 years experience with kids who have special needs as well as 2 years experience in a daycare/ classroom setting.
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Linden, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Brings 1. 5 years of experience as a respite care worker for a pre-teen with special needs (quadriplegic spastic cerebral palsy)--experience assisting with personal hygiene, meal preparation, mobility support, social participation, and engagement with arts & crafts. I have my own car for...
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Westfield, NJ

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Experienced nanny with over 6 years of childcare experience, including 3+ years in the U. S., and additional babysitting experience since 2014. I specialize in infant and toddler care and have worked with premature infants, nanny share environments, and children with special needs, including epilepsy and autism spectrum. I focus...
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Rahway, NJ

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Monica! I have 5+ years of experience with children of all ages. I have a big family so I've been babysitting since I was about 13 years old. Outside of family, I started babysitting for pay when I was in high school, mostly summertime. I have a little experience with children who have special needs. My responsibilities...
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Elizabeth, NJ

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$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
Bringing nine years of experience to your family, I'm passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging environment for children. My previous babysitting roles showed me the importance of providing reliable support to families, and I strive to make a positive impact on each child's life. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I...
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Morristown, NJ

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
Hi! I'm looking for a family with a child (or children) aged 1-4 to watch alongside my 2-year-old. Care can take place at my home or yours, the rate will be lower than the local average. I have over 10 years of childcare experience, including with special needs and newborns. I hold a Master's Degree in Health and Physical...
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South Orange, NJ

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$10/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
For over a decade, I've nurtured young minds and fostered their development, driven by a deep passion for positively impacting children's lives. My experience includes working with special needs children. I've also taken Early Child Development Coursework. I am patient, calm, creative, friendly, and approachable. I enjoy playing...
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A Fun Occupational Therapist Looking For A Part-time Job!

New Providence, NJ

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$19/hr
I've been babysitting for over 20 years! I'm also an occupational therapist, and I've worked at several schools with children from the ages of 2 to 18. I have a lot of experience working with children with special needs.
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Morristown, NJ

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a dedicated and compassionate Home Health Aide (HHA) with 5 years experience caring for seniors and individuals with special needs in the comfort of their own homes. I take pride in offering high-quality, personalized care that supports independence, dignity, and well-being. What I Offer: Assistance with medication...
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Berkeley Heights, NJ

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$35/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Nurturing children and watching them blossom is my greatest joy. My background includes a college degree, First Aid Training, CPR Training, experience with special needs children, Early Childhood Education (ECE), NCS and Early Child Development coursework. I enjoy playing educational games that make learning fun! I communicate...
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Weekend Sitter

Elizabeth, NJ

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Bruna, and I am a caring, responsible, and experienced childcare professional with extensive hands-on experience caring for infants and young children. I specialize in infant care, including feeding, diapering, sleep routines, and developmental milestones, while creating a safe and nurturing environment. I have also...
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Scotch Plains, NJ

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Dedicated, experienced, compassionate, patient and nurturing nanny with a background in behavior management techniques, occupational therapy at home , brushing techniques and potty training. Proven ability to develop strong relationships with children and provide support that promotes growth and independence.
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Roseland, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am a passionate, strong minded, caring individual who's always willing to help whoever needs a hand. I've worked in special education for over 10 years.
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Kind Big Sister With Lots Of Energy

Warren, NJ

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$27/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Faith! I am 21 years old and I live in Warren, NJ. I am currently an undergraduate student at Loyola University Maryland pursuing a career in Speech Language Pathology. I am one of six children and have loved playing with kids my whole life! With a multitude of siblings and cousins, caring for children is second nature...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Morristown, NJ

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$19/hr
10 years experience
I have a passion for special needs people I am blessed with an amazing autistic daughter I have been working with special needs people for many years I have been a teachers aide to special needs children and have volunteered with special needs people at my church
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Westfield, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
My name is Nancy and I have been a Respite Worker for several years. I enjoy helping children and adults with special needs in their home environment. Each family is unique to me, and I enjoy the flexibility of being as creative as possible. I have assisted in activities of daily living, reading, homework, arts and crafts, and...
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Compassionate Neuroaffirming Caregiver!

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$30/hr
7 years experience
With six years of experience working in the autism community and a Bachelor's in Psychology, I am currently pursuing my Master's degree as a BCBA. My background as an ABA Therapist has honed my skills in providing tailored support and understanding to families. I am passionate about creating nurturing and supportive...
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