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Dyanne S.


Tenafly, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Dyanne I live in Tenafly II am very responsible caring organized woman I have a daughter 21 in college and a son 12 in 7th grade. I will love to help out with your family I would treat them as if they are my own with love and respect
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Antoinett F.


Mount Vernon, NY

$20-29/hr10 yrs exp

Smile Producer

5.0

(3)

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I have been working at a charter school for the last 6 years. I have knowledge of children ages 0-13 years old at this time. I love children! Prior to working at the school I gained experience working with children. I have worked at a camp for 13 years. I also have experience working with children with special needs. I worked at...
5.0
"That Antoinette is dependable and on time ..."

Reviewed by Stacy R.

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Shannon K.


New York, NY

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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I have been a nanny/babysitter on and off for about 5 years. I am available for part time and full time work. I have experience with children with special needs and medical disabilities.
5.0
"Shannon came to us with excellent references from other families of children with and without special needs. At the interview where she met my son (who is relatively non-verbal) he hugged her and said, "Bye...

Reviewed by Loretta L.

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Debra A.


New Rochelle, NY

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Companion/Care Giver

5.0

(1)

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Compassionate patience, caring woman looking for a companion/senior care giver job. Compassionate Companionship, assistance with bathing/dressing, meal prep, meds prompting, light housekeeping, errands, transportation. Help staying physically and mentally active and safe. Focus on quality of life. Non smoker, own...
5.0
"When Debra first started working with my dad who had mid stage Alzheimer's at the time, he was independent but needed help with many things. She was always patient, caring and compassionate making his days fun,...

Reviewed by Claudia G.

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Pamela F.


Mount Vernon, NY

$23/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny Available

5.0

(3)

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Hello families! I have been a nanny for 4 years . I was assistant teacher for 4 years at school working with special needs kids. . I used to be a volunteer in a orphanages and daycare. I'm very comfortable working with kids . I'm a student and I'm looking for 3-5 hours guaranteed per week . I'm also available for ocasional...
5.0
"Pamela is an excellent nanny. She is very responsible and caring! She worked for us during 1 year."

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Gabriela S.


Bronx, NY

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Gabi

5.0

(1)

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Good afternoon parents, My name is Gabriela I am a college graduate and I would love to work with your children. I have worked in an after school program with children of all ages and I've taken care of children with special needs like cerebral palsy. I took care of her as a newborn and up to a year old. I love children and...
5.0
"Gabriela was respectful and kind! My daughter loved playing with her. She was also very clean and punctual. Definitely would hire her again. "

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Ashley B.


Bronx, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Teacher Seeking Nannying Opportunities

5.0

(1)

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Hello there! My name is Ashley and I have had approximately 14 years of experience working with children. I began my experience tutoring elementary-aged children when I was in middle school. My experience grew as I began to babysit throughout my high school years. While I was pursuing my undergraduate degree, I worked as a...
5.0
"Ashley is wonderful! Tons of experience, and it shows. I am totally at ease when she is babysitting, and my daughter adores her. "

Reviewed by Taran L.

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Gabriela M.


New York, NY

$15-17/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Gaby Currently I'm Working As A Para Professional And I Love Working With Kids!

5.0

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I'd describe my personality as bubbly, sweet, and kind hearted. I like working with kids because they are a joy to be around and as someone who wants a career in working with kids this helps improve my experience and helping others as well with child care. I'm looking for a job that helps with experiences. I started working...
5.0
"Good babysitter! Kids were well fed and had a good time! "

Reviewed by Angel P.

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Laura C.


Fort Lee, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic and Loving Nanny Seeks Position

3.0

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Hello! My name is Laura. I am 38 years old. I am currently seeking a nanny position. I have previous experience with children. I am a special needs nanny who has worked with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, brain injury and autism. I also was a day camp counselor for two years for 5-year-olds. Plus, I worked with my mother who was...
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Melissa H.


New York, NY

$75-100/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi! I have been working with children and young adults with Special Needs for over 10 years now, teaching for over 20. As former teaching fellow for students with special needs, certification in working with students with Autism, training in Orton Gillingham, and teaching at the Quad Preparatory School, I am uniquely qualified...
5.0
"Melissa worked with our son with special needs for several years when he was in upper school. She was more than just an excellent math and humanities tutor. She is compassionate, level headed and helped our son...

Reviewed by Barry K.

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Janelle R.


South Hackensack, NJ

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Hi there! I've been working as a nanny for 10+ years. I've worked with children of all ages from 3 weeks old, to 16 years old. I love to spend time with children. I read and do age-related activities. I can tutor as well, if necessary. Safety is is main priority, so that it is never a worry. I am CPR/AED certified as a...
5.0
"Janelle is so wonderful! She has been a date night, etc. sitter for my 2.5 year old son for the last 9 months or so. She's so great with him and really patient when he has a terrible twos meltdown. He's not a...

Reviewed by Care member

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Tiasha R.


Bronx, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Need Provider

5.0

(1)

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Hello Everyone, Currently working remotely as an Assistant Director of a Care Coordination Organization servicing adults, children, and their families with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) to assist with identifying their interests, strengths, needs and goals. Penn State Alumni majored Psychological and Social...
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Grey C.


North Bergen, NJ

$23/hr14 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

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Hi I have a degree in children's pedagogy. I have 12 years of experience in the care of children of different ages, and children with special needs with CPR certification , I am a serious, responsible, respectful person. I love going to the park, playing, interacting with the other children. They took them to their activities...
5.0
"Grey watched my daughter for a week and we loved our time with her. She watched my 2 year old with great care, energy and creativity. She was always punctual and took care of everything she needed. She was...

Reviewed by Rosa R.

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Bora Z.


New York, NY

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Outgoing Young Professional With Years Of Childcare And Teaching Experience

5.0

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I am a young professional living in Brooklyn and am currently in a career transitional period. While I am applying to grad school, I am looking for a preferably consistent role caring for children, although I am open to one-time opportunities at well. I have been caring for children of varying ages for 10 years now. I have...
5.0
"Bora is such was a fantastic nanny to our one year old son. She is super sweet, kind, very gentle and patient. It's a shame we had to move and no longer could work with her. Our son misses her so much and so do...

Reviewed by Ornela G.

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Edra M.


New York, NY

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Part-Time Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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I am a Loving, Caring, Experienced woman. I have worked in childcare all my life. I have 3 grown children, of my own. My oldest son is Autistic, I have experience with children that have special needs. I have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked in a private day care, in the city of New York. I have...
5.0
"She took great care of our 7yo son during after school hours for a year. Amicable and extremely patient, helped with 1st grade homework. Good family values. Punctual, 100% reliable. Also helped us with with...

Reviewed by Fabiola B.

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Iris D.


New Rochelle, NY

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available

4.0

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I have 20 years EXPERIENCE and TRAINING working with Special Needs Children, and I have raised two Special Needs children of my own. I am patient and skilled in Medication Administration, CPR, Crisis Intervention, and handling other Emergencies ... And I love my work!
4.0
"Iris is a very professional, warm and hardworking person. She is patient, punctual and dependable."

Reviewed by Esba P.

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Beatriz P.


Yonkers, NY

$24-30/hr5 yrs exp

Graduate Student Looking For Occasional Babysitting Jobs

5.0

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Hello! My name is Beatriz and I'm 24 years old. I am a first-year Physician Assistant student at Pace University. I'm a super big sister and auntie! I have extensive experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs, such as autism and Down Syndrome. Additionally, in high school I babysat for a variety...
5.0
"I wish there were 10 stars! I cannot speak highly enough about Beatriz. When I tell my boys, 3 & 5, Beatriz is coming to babysit they literally watch the clock counting down the minutes until she arrives. To...

Reviewed by Lauren R.

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Carly G.


Yonkers, NY

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

5.0

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I am 20 years old and currently attend college. I have experience with babysitting children of all ages. I also have experience in caring for special needs children as I volunteer at a hospital for physically and mentally disabled children.
5.0
"We love Carly! She is reliable, responsible and very caring. We are new parents & it was hard for us to find someone that we trust with our infant daughter. Carly takes great care of her while we are at work or...

Reviewed by Trina M.

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Alicia M.


Bogota, NJ

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

Super Friendly And Great With Understanding Kids

3.0

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babysitting since I was 12 years old and enjoy caring for others and helping out. I am certified in CPR and have worked with special needs children and helping them develop throughout the years,
5.0
"She was very kind and my kids loved her. They would always want her to watch them even when i'll be at home watching them! Highly recommend and she's very good with kids. I'll always rely on her to watch them...

Reviewed by Becky R.

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Kirsten C.


Township of Washington, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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Hello! My name is Kirsten, I am 22 years old and have 9+ years of experience working with children. I've worked with children ages 0-13! I have experience with special needs children including working with feeding tubes. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I have a clean driving record and would love the opportunity to work with...
5.0
"Kirsten has taken care of my 5 year old daughter numerous times over the past 3 years. My daughter adores Kirsten, and I feel confident in my daughter’s well being and safety while in Kirsten’s care."

Reviewed by Care member

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tenafly, NJ

Antoinett F.

5.0

Antoinette is very reliable, punctual and professional. Very kind and caring. Always goes above to get the job done.

- Zaida S.

Shannon K.

5.0

Shannon came to us with excellent references from other families of children with and without special needs. At the interview where she met my son (who is relatively non-verbal) he hugged her and said, "Bye Bye. See you tomorrow." We knew she was a keeper. Shannon was responsible for taking care of...

- Loretta L.

Debra A.

5.0

Debra took excellent care of my husband.

- Kim K.

Pamela F.

5.0

I hired Pamela on a day that my son woke up in the morning feeling very bad. Pamela was available and took great care of my son and I had a great experience. she is a fun nanny and very responsible.

- Care member

Gabriela S.

5.0

Gabriela was respectful and kind! My daughter loved playing with her. She was also very clean and punctual. Definitely would hire her again.

- Care member

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