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Carly G.

Whippany, NJ

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm Carly and I've had about 7 years of hands on experience (2 paid) with special needs. In high school I helped out with special needs students in the classroom and during lunch to help integrate them into the bigger parts of the school. For the last two years I worked with College Steps at CCM which was is a program to...
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Whippany, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm a 24-year-old female college student born & raised in NJ! I moved to Oahu to attend the University of Hawaii at Manoa. I am pursuing a Bachelor's Degree to ultimately accomplish a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Intervention in Occupational Therapy. I have worked with children since I was an early teenager. Over the...
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Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Randolph, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Melissa and I absolutely love kids! I am from Randolph, NJ. I am an occupational therapist in a public district. I am passionate about working with all children, especially those with special needs. I love doing arts and crafts, reading and running around with kids, but I am also here to help around the house with...

Johanna F. says "Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a...

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Musician, music-therapist/part-time Caregiver

Morristown, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a full-time music therapist and musician interested in providing child care services and/or adapted music lessons. I have extensive experience in child care and have worked with children and adults of all ages and diagnoses. I am a reliable, responsible, and patient individual full of compassion and creativity. I am open to...
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Creative And Energetic Sitter

Denville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Christina and I graduated from college at Kent State University majoring in Nursing this past May. I have been a babysitter for the past five years with various families that have different child needs. I am very adaptable with many circumstances. In the past, I have babysat for a family with five children and it...

Christina G. says "Christina did a wonderful job with my 2 boys. My oldest (8yr) has ADHD and my youngest (3yr) absolutely loved her and were always happy after she spent...

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Babysitter

Boonton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting and nannying for the past 14 years. I started working with four foster children in 2011. I was responsible for their meals, nap-time, and taking the children to and from activities/appointments. I have worked with children with special needs.

Sandra C. says "I could rely on MacKenzie to take care of our 4 children without worrying. I knew she would handle any situation that came up sensibly. She's like one of...

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Super Fun Sitter Ready To Make Your Day!

Caldwell, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
I have 3+ years of child care experience. I am totally willing to help with errands and light housework. I have special needs care experience, including being a teacher's aide in a special needs classroom. Excited to hear from you! :)

Care Member says "Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!"

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Determined To Provide Wonderful Care To Your Child On A Part-time Basis.

Randolph, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
I have been babysitting for over 36 years. While I do not have my own children, I hold the children in my heart that I do work with near and dear to my heart. I have babysat for newborns to teenagers. I also specialize in working with children or adults with special needs. Sometimes I can be available upon short notice. I am...

Hayley M. says "Bonnie is amazing. She is great with young kids, very dependable and trustworthy. She plans days in advance for activities and adventures for the kids....

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Caldwell, NJ

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
I care for my daughter with autism for 7 years. I have experience with children and adults with neurological disorders and special needs. I am very intuitive and passionate person,
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South Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hi families, My name is Taryya and I am an experienced, reliable, and caring sitter. I have been a sitter for nine years now with experience with children from all ages and backgrounds, and children with special needs. I have worked as a behavior technician, as well as a teachers assistant in the past, I have amazing references,...

Tyesha P. says "Taryya watched my son from the time he was 6 until she went off to college. He's 9 now and misses her very much, we both do. My son is special needs and...

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Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a Behavioral Therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology and interested in babysitting/nannying part time. I love working with kids and have worked at a daycare for almost 2 years and another for about a year now. My mother is also a teacher who has taught me a lot on how to care for a child. I have a 3-year-old brother who...

Hitesh M. says "Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time ."

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Trusted, Friendly And Understanding Companion

Maplewood, NJ

5.0(1)
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$32/hr
8 years experience
Empathy, patience, kindness and respect - that's what you can get from me. I am understanding of different client's needs. Communication skills, ability to manage the situation easily helps me to make my client happier and comfortable.

Care Member says "Zuka is very nice person. His attitude and friendly spirit is always helpful to handle things easier. He is punctual, responsible and funny...

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Available Care Giver For Elderly And Special Needs Children

Cedar Knolls, NJ

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$33/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
transportation
hospice services
personal care
errands
+ 1 more
I have worked for Bayada nurses, also for loving care which are facilities that provide care for elderly, special needs, and hospice patients.
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Part-Time Caregiver

New Providence, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Within the last four years, I have worked as a counselor at a summer camp. More notably, I have worked at a children's amusement park, where I worked closely with children and parents from all backgrounds and demographics. I have volunteered, locally and internationally, with organizations that provide safe as well as healthy...
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Fun, Professional, Creative Childcare Provider

Randolph, NJ

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$28/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! I am a kind, patient, and imaginative person who has approximately 5 years of experience working with children from ages 18 months to 17 years old. I also have over 10 years working with children on the spectrum and with other special needs. My approach to childcare prioritizes safety, fun, and opportunities to learn and...
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East Hanover, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
With years of experience in the corporate world specializing in visual merchandising and leadership, I have always had a passion for creativity, organization, and making a difference. More recently, I transitioned into education and now work in a special needs classroom as a one-to-one paraprofessional. This role has deepened my...
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Parsippany, NJ

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$18/hr
I am looking to care! A student and healthcare professional with good energy and responsibility and care. I have medical experience
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Mendham, NJ

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$25/hr
Hello :) Have many years experience in caring for family members and children outside the home, young as 2 weeks as they've aged and gone through end of life stages of various health ailments. dog walking , sitting also available. I find working with children, seniors, and pets as enriching as rewarding, to be integrated with...
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Trusted Caregiver Providing Compassionate Care / House Manager (Live-in Or Live-Out)

Morristown, NJ

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$25/hr
13 years experience
Errands
meal prep
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Loren (Loren or L. T.). I am a non-certified PCA with 13 years of eldercare and special-needs experience, plus 25+ years in Estate & House Management. I provide non-medical ADL and IADL support, companionship, and independent-living assistance. I'm reliable, used to long shifts, full-time schedules, holidays,...
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Springfield, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I love helping all types of people and it would be a pleasure to assist whoever is in need . It brings me joy to make an impact on others lives
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Melissa T.

Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone...

- Johanna F.

Christina S.

Christina did a wonderful job with my 2 boys. My oldest (8yr) has ADHD and my youngest (3yr) absolutely loved her and were always happy...

- Christina G.

Mackenzie M.

I could rely on MacKenzie to take care of our 4 children without worrying. I knew she would handle any situation that came up sensibly....

- Sandra C.

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