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Deborah F.

Please Contact Me For Any Special Needs

Totowa, NJ

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$41/hr
10 years experience
I have 20 years experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients. Trained and was certified as a Alzheimer's and Dementia specialist.
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Cristina M.

Totowa, NJ

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$22/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Cristina, and I bring over 10 years of experience working with students with special needs. I spent 6 years as a paraprofessional supporting children with a wide range of abilities, and for the last 2 years I've worked as a Special Education Teacher. My background has given me strong skills in behavior support,...
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Farisa K.

Experienced Babysitter And Teacher

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
As the oldest child, I grew up taking care of my 4 siblings. Coming from a large extended family, I also took care of my cousins. My love for children is what drove me to become a teacher. I love working with children of all ages. Not only can I provide a safe and fun time, I can also incorporate academics into the experience. I...

Care Member says "Farisa is hands down the best baby sitter we have ever worked with. My 18-month old daughter is extremely shy and was going through major separation...

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Shavelle D.

Hackensack, NJ

4.5(0)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
I have been working with kids for as long as I can remember. I have nannied three wonderful kids. Volunteered at schools. And taken care and been a companion to kids with special needs. I love kids and have a high level of patience.
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Andrea F.

Lyndhurst, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with a cerebral palsy patient and hospice patients. I love what I do.
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Angela P.

Caring Full Time Nanny

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Bringing a decade of childcare experience, I'm passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging environment for children. My background includes Early Child Development coursework, which helps me to understand and support each child's unique growth. I am CPR trained and have First Aid Training, ensuring I can handle any...

Kathy S. says "Angie's been with our family since my LO was 3 months old and she is simply amazing. She's dependable, professional, caring, patient and extremely...

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Mitchna J.

Experienced Babysitter - Available Full Time

West Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a professional nanny with over nine years of experience supporting children through calm, structured, and developmentally informed care. I hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) and bring a strong understanding of early childhood development across different ages and stages. I value consistency, clear expectations, and...

Joy W. says "Mimi took care of my infant daughter for a few months. She was responsible, caring, and followed the schedule I gave her. Highly recommend her!"

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Kimberly D.

Experienced Nanny Looking For Full-Time Job

North Arlington, NJ

5.0(1)
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$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi my name is Kimberly. I'm looking for a position where I can bring my 10-month-old son & 2. 5-year-old son as well. I really enjoy teaching & helping all children in their development. I have a true passion for what I do. Having another child with yours not only gives a playmate for social learning opportunities, it also...

Caroline B. says "Kim was our beloved nanny who made a big impact on our lives. She watched both our 3 year old daughter and 6 month old son. She's extremely interested...

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Karine K.

Part-Time Nanny Available On Short Notice

Fair Lawn, NJ

4.8(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I've been caring for children/ managing households for about 10 years now. I was a camp division head for 2 years, and was a paraprofessional for kids with special needs for 2 years as well. I am available on short notice, and am extremely reliable. I received my bachelors degree from Montclair State University, majoring in...

Cindy S. says "Karine is a sweet girl who loves children. She is punctual, dependable and outgoing. You can tell from the moment you meet her that she is comfortable with...

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Anabel E.

Lodi, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm no longer available. Thank you for considering me. Hello moms!! My name is Anabel and I'm currently a Nursing student and former special needs teacher assistant for The Department of Education of New York. I have experience assisting with lesson plans and helping with classwork/homework. I have worked with kids as...

Jennifer D. says "Anabel sat my two boys. She was kind and fun, bringing a bag of toys and books with her. They enjoyed playing with her."

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Rima B.

Franklin Lakes, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am serious and responsible about my job. I also love to communicate with people. Associates Degree in Nursing from my homeland. References. Vaccinated for COVID-19
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Kelli P.

Caring, Married, Mother Of 2 Adult Children,

Little Falls, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I was a stay at home mother of two children, while caring for my own children I cared for my friends baby for the first year of his life, in 2004 when my kids were in school I applied to Little Falls School #3 (3-4 grade) as a Lunch Aid/substitute School Secretary, in 2007 I applied to Little Falls School #2 as a Teachers Aide...

Natalie P. says "Kelli looked after my 2 kids full time for 2 years, until my youngest started kindergarten. She's incredibly punctual and helped my youngest learn the...

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Farisa K.

Special Needs Babysitter/nanny

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
My grandmother was a health care worker that worked with both adults and children with special needs. I become a substitute teacher and fell in love with teaching and nurturing children that have special needs. I discovered my passion for special education as a teachers assistant for children on the autism spectrum. Since then I...
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Olivia M.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello My name is Olivia. 33-year-old new mom to a beautiful 1-year-old baby girl . Very reliable and willing to always help out where and when I can. Im available for transportation to and from school or after school activities. I have 4 years of experience with transport/ nanny services including working with a special needs...

Former Member A. says "Olivia is amazing, her energy and her aura was amazing to be around .definitely a keeper"

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Tyler A.

Montclair, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm a compassionate caregiver with 16+ years of childcare experience. My background includes babysitting, nannying, working in schools, and serving as both a Youth Behavioral Assistant and Youth Mental Health Therapist/Coach. I hold a Master's degree in Theoretical-Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. I currently work...
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Janyia M.

Childcare Service

Montclair, NJ

3.7(1)
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$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I began to babysit kids around the age of 12. During my child-care career, I have worked in schools, summer camps, and nanny agencies. While working in child care, I have been approached with different situations. Such as working overnight, assisting at birthday parties, working with special needs children, and many more....

Keshia C. says "Janiya is the best of the best. She was punctual and loads of fun, my kids took to her immediately. She was kind a very patient with then even taught them...

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Valerie C.

Belleville, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Valerie. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I have many years experience with children of all ages. I am a certified K-8 teacher also certified in special education. I have a masters in education, teaching for 14 years. For the last five years I have worked in the school as a crisis counselor,...
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Joanna F.

Montclair, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Greetings! I'm Joanna, mother of two grown children in college, available to step in to take care of your children. I am entertaining, high energy, committed, hard-working and flexible with my schedule. I have professional experience and love children of all ages, especially infants! I can attend to a strict schedule, maintain...

Diane M. says "Joanna is highly dependable and brings experience, intelligence, and gentle loving care to your child. She's fun, creative and a great teacher. As an...

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Jennifer H.

Dedicated,Loving ,Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

East Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi, my name is Jennifer I'm an experienced nanny/ caregiver , with over 10 years of experience. I'm a fun loving person who pride myself on providing a safe, healthy, fun loving environment where everyday is a learning adventure. My previous extensive experience came from working with families that have kids that are on the...

Barbara F. says "Jennifer was a really excellent candidate. In the interview process, she was quick to respond and was completely professional. We were very impressed...

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Ann L.

CDA Classroom Assistant And Babysitter

Hawthorne, NJ

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am a super energetic fun loving nanny who is nurturing and patient. I am truly grateful to have this as my profession and love going to work. It is a great joy for me to watch and help children grow and develop. I am currently working as a full time nanny / house manager . I have been with the family almost 6 years and my...

Carol C. says "Ann is honest, caring, organized, and experienced working academically, socially , and emotionally with your child or children. She is patient and has...

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  • The average post rate is $31.50/hr as of February 2026

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Special Needs Caregivers in Totowa, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Farisa K.

Farisa is hands down the best baby sitter we have ever worked with. My 18-month old daughter is extremely shy and was going through major...

- Care member

Angela P.

Angie's been with our family since my LO was 3 months old and she is simply amazing. She's dependable, professional, caring, patient and...

- Kathy S.

Mitchna J.

Mimi took care of my infant daughter for a few months. She was responsible, caring, and followed the schedule I gave her. Highly recommend...

- Joy W.

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