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Alissa W.

Happy Helper

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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
errands
meal prep
respite care
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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Roselle Park, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have over 10 years of experience working with children and older teens ages 2-21, including individuals with special needs. I have a masters degree in psychology, and I am currently in a graduate program to receive my BCBA to work with children and adults on the autism spectrum. I also currently work at a nonprofit school for...
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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
Fostering a child's growth and development is my true passion, and I find deep fulfillment in making a positive impact on young lives. Over the past three years, I have gained valuable experience caring for children aged 0-11, including those with special needs. My approach is patient, calm, and approachable, ensuring every...
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Linden, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Rahway, NJ

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
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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Garwood, NJ

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$32/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Experienced professional nanny with over 6 years of childcare experience, including 3+ years in the U. S. as both an au pair and professional nanny. I specialize in infant and toddler care and have experience with newborns, premature twins, nanny shares, and children with special needs, including epilepsy and autism spectrum...
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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
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Linden, NJ

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have been caring for children from a young age and have many years of experience with children of all ages. In addition to helping care for my 5 nieces and 3 nephews, I have extensive babysitting experience and am comfortable caring for multiple children at once. I am CPR and First Aid certified and teach swim lessons, which...
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Morristown, NJ

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
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
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Morristown, NJ

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$18/hr
I have an autistic brother who I care for and have cared for growing up. I also am finishing out my Senior year of High school working in classes K-2 in their self contained and resource room classrooms. Although I have not studied special needs in college, I have a lot of first hand experience and feel I can still provide some...
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West Orange, NJ

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$28/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Mary, and I'm 23 years old. I'm currently looking for a wonderful family in need of a responsible and caring babysitter. I have two years of experience teaching a small group of 4-5-year-olds basic math and English during my early childhood education training. I also worked as a paraprofessional at a school...
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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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Chemmy G.'s Photo

Orange, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
personal care
transportation
Compassionate, dedicated, and highly skilled Caregiver with over 35 years of professional experience providing exceptional personal care, companionship, and daily living assistance. Proven track record of supporting elderly, disabled, and specialized-needs individuals, including those managing dementia and undergoing complex...
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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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