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Dayana M.

Watchung, NJ

from: $28/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

meal prep

I'm an Emergency Department RN. I typically work alot of overtime at the hospital, but pick up babysitting occasionally to take a break from the ER chaos. Many years of experience babysitting, working with special needs, and a lot of references. CPR certified, PALS, and ACLS certified. *no housekeeping*

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Florence L.

Somerset, NJ

4.1(1)

from: $27/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 10 families in your area

Companionship

dementia

meal prep

home modification

hospice services

+ 1 more

Hi my name is Florence I have being a care giver for more than 17 years I have worked with all group of elderly people and in the nursing homes, rehabs, and private homes I can also do light house keeping I know how to cook, bathe, laundry, and clean the house. I have been working in the nursing homes. I love to work with people...

Lauren M. says "Florence has been an integral part of our extended family for over a year now. She is dependable, trustworthy, and puts her heart and soul into her...

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Dana R.

Fanwood, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Companionship

dementia

personal care

errands

meal prep

+ 1 more

I have extensive experience as a (Vaccinated) Senior Companion Caregiver and a CHHA provider. My approach is to care for each person with respect, kindness and understanding - everyone has a past, present and future. My goal is to provide comfort, safety, companionship, and good health for your loved one. I have worked with many...

Karen M. says "Dana has been assisting my mom since 2014 and is still employed with us as recently as 11/2020. We are so happy we found a caregiver that mom is...

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Taiyanna N.

Passionate, Patient,will Go Above And Beyond !

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Craft assistance

light cleaning

meal prep

swimming supervision

When it comes to children I enjoy the fact that you have a chance to teach them and they teach you as well! Seeing the world through a child's eyes is an experience like no other. I am a student looking for work while in school studying to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Below are some of my strongest skills -Patient...

Kate B. says "Tai is a great nanny! She’s been with our now 2yr old since he was 6mo. She’s patient with him, takes him out for walks and library visits, and does a great...

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Theo T.

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Carpooling

craft assistance

light cleaning

meal prep

swimming supervision

Experienced Nanny Seeking Part-Time Position Hello! I am an experienced and dedicated nanny looking for a part-time position, ideally between 5-15 hours per week. Morning only and within 5 miles of Cranford. I bring over 10 years of full-time nanny experience and have worked with children ranging from 2 months to 16 years old....

Rebecca G. says "Theo is patient and kind and genuinely loves working with babies and children. She is communicative and always accessible and very dependable. She is...

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Cierrah W.

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Carpooling

craft assistance

light cleaning

meal prep

travel

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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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

Carpooling

craft assistance

swimming supervision

grocery shopping

light cleaning

+ 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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Leslie S.

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. With three years of experience, I've developed a friendly and creative approach to childcare. My background includes early childhood development coursework, ABA therapy and experience with special needs children. I am comfortable caring for up to three children, ranging...

Jennifer B. says "We contacted Leslie needing a last minute sitter for our infant daughter. Leslie is very communicative and gave me prompt updates about how everything...

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Eric R.

Basking Ridge, NJ

5.0(0)

from: $23/hr

10 years experience

20 years experience in France and Switzerland in handicap facilities, nursing homes, home health care agencies...

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Tamar T.

Tamar

Bridgewater, NJ

5.0(0)

from: $35/hr

8 years experience

My name is Tami and I live in Bridgewater. I am a dedicated caregiver looking for a part time position. Since 2015 I have worked as a caretaker for senior citizens in their homes. My experience includes cooking and baking specialty cakes and desserts and dressing and cleaning and laundry and shopping and companionship. I love...

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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

Grocery shopping

light cleaning

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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Eileen P.

Experienced Nanny

Clark, NJ

4.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Craft assistance

grocery shopping

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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Alissa W.

Happy Helper

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

7 years experience

Carpooling

craft assistance

swimming supervision

grocery shopping

light cleaning

+ 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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Eileen C.

Bernardsville, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Dementia

errands

respite care

hospice services

light cleaning

+ 1 more

Experience in hospice, hospitals, nursing homes and home care as a Certified Nurse Aid. Certified yoga instructor, adults, seniors, and children/children with special needs.

Julie V. says "Eileen is reliable, kind, professional and a lovely addition to our mom's care team!!!"

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Roxanne C.

Manville, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

craft assistance

light cleaning

meal prep

swimming supervision

Hi! My name is Roxanne, and I'm a certified teacher who specializes in working with students with special needs. Supporting children's academic, social, and emotional growth is my passion. I'm also a mom to two little ones (ages 1 and almost 3), so I understand how important it is to find someone you trust. I'm off for the...

Rosetta D. says "Roxanne has truly been a blessing to our family! My son loves her and always has the best of times when he is with Roxanne. She is fun, loving, and even...

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Natasha E.

Basking Ridge, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

craft assistance

swimming supervision

grocery shopping

light cleaning

+ 1 more

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Fluent in ASL, great with all ages. Have worked with infants as young as 2 weeks old. As well as children and infants with medical and special needs. CPR certification, currently working in a hospital as a nursing assistant director but prior to...

Patricia N. says "Natasha is amazing! Very punctual, professional and friendly. My 1year old loved to play with her!"

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Katherine B.

Child Care Provider

South Bound Brook, NJ

3.0(0)

from: $16/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I have experience taking care of special needs individuals, children as well as some senior care over the last 20 years. I have experience taking of a special needs child with Downs syndrome for over a year and was a full time nanny for a toddler with special needs who was born 10 weeks premature and has hydrocephaly and...

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Michelle B.

Raised Four Of My Own!

Basking Ridge, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

Carpooling

craft assistance

light cleaning

swimming supervision

travel

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Oak Street Elementary School, Basking Ridge, NJ September 2007 Present A Food Service Kitchen Supervisor Serve 300+ children daily Assure all children have meals Knowledge of children with allergies or special needs Manage financial responsibilities and inventory F Family, Millington NJ. I worked...

Courtney F. says "Michelle has babysat my infant from when he was born till now. He is 7 months and we still use her multiple times a month. She is great with him, plays...

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Alyssa M.

Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $16/hr

1 year experience

Hello, My name is Alyssa and I love caring for children! Growing up, I knew I wanted to work with children. In high-school I had the opportunity to participate in Early Childhood Laboratory Independent Study. I was able to work hands on with preschoolers and create lesson plans to teach to them. Kids are simply my favorite to be...

Jennifer Z. says "Alyssa has been such a tremendous help to my family these past few years taking care of my children, especially my middle one who has many complicated...

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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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Florence L.

Florence has been an integral part of our extended family for over a year now. She is dependable, trustworthy, and puts her heart and soul...

- Lauren M.

Dana R.

Dana has been assisting my mom since 2014 and is still employed with us as recently as 11/2020. We are so happy we found a caregiver that...

- Karen M.

Taiyanna N.

Tai is a great nanny! She’s been with our now 2yr old since he was 6mo. She’s patient with him, takes him out for walks and library visits,...

- Kate B.

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Dayana M.

Florence L.

Dana R.

Taiyanna N.

Passionate, Patient,will Go Above And Beyond !

Theo T.

Cierrah W.

Natalia L.

Looking For A Full Time Job

Leslie S.

Eric R.

Tamar T.

Tamar

Nancy M.

Experienced Respite Worker Looking For Part - Time Work.

Eileen P.

Experienced Nanny

Alissa W.

Happy Helper

Eileen C.

Roxanne C.

Natasha E.

Katherine B.

Child Care Provider

Michelle B.

Raised Four Of My Own!

Alyssa M.

Kathleen K.

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Florence L.

Dana R.

Taiyanna N.

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