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Alexandra K.


Brighton, MA

$25/hr • 4 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Ali and I am a student studying neuroscience. I am a certified EMT-B, CPR and First Aid certified, I know basic ASL, have worked with with children on the autism spectrum and with down syndrome, and have personal experience with ADHD. I also own a car.
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Patrick G.


Brighton, MA

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Camp Counselor

Residential camp counselor for individuals with disabilities. Assist them with activities and daily living tasks. Make sure they were safe and having fun well being as independent as possible. many of the campers had autism, down syndrome, and CP. was trained on how to care for them and what to do if a seizure/emergency...
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Erin M.


Boston, MA

$12-17/hr • 6 yrs exp

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I have had a passion for working with students with special needs since I was very young. I'm high school I worked in the special needs classroom 2 periods a day, babysat for a boy with autism and a girl with Down syndrome, and was a provider through the state of Ohio my senior year of high school
5.0
"Look No More! You Won't Be Disappointed! Erin is truly a model caregiver. She provides outstanding care for those with special needs! We have a special needs daughter and our family has known Erin since high school.Erin has volunteered on numerous occasions to...

Sue M.

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Hannah M.


Allston, MA

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have so much experience with special needs children. I have volunteered in special needs classrooms for five years, volunteered as a day camp counselor for two years at a special needs camp and worked as a camp counselor at a special needs summer camp for six summers. I have experience with many special needs, such as Autism,...
5.0
"Hannah worked for us a few months. We have a six-year-old with Autism who is home schooled. Her basic responsibilities were doing assignments (assigned by me), play with my son, and make him feel special. My son isn't easy to work with. Hannah kept him engaged with...

Jenna V.

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Anna Z.


Dorchester Center, MA

$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! As a sitter, your child's safety and joy are my top priorities. I want to develop relationships with your kids. I want to see them laugh, smile and have fun. It would be such a privilege to be able to share these moments with your children. I have experience babysitting step siblings and family friends, being a live-in...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Anna is great with children! She is kind, patient and fun. Always prompt and dependable. She is wonderful!"

Jessie L.

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Nicole C.


Hyde Park, MA

$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Experienced Part-Time Special Needs Sitter

Hello, I am a special needs paraprofessional at a school in Hyde Park. I'm looking for some afternoon, evening and weekend work. I have worked with moderate to severe special needs, Autism spectrum disorder, mental health disorders, Down syndrome, MR, PDD, Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome, light housekeeping, food allergies,...
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Alexis S.


Quincy, MA

$30-40/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Alexis. I am a 26-year-old graduate student from Grand Valley State University for Social Work. I am new to the Boston area and seeking my next great opportunity with a wonderful family. Having younger brothers, my caregiving started at a young age. I have education on early childhood development and family...
5.0
"Alexis is very friendly and is a good communicator. She always arrives on time and is very dependable. We hired her to provide care for our special needs son and she has been wonderful. We would highly recommend her."

Erin L.

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Athena Z.


Watertown, MA

$15-25/hr

Student Clinician In Graduate School For Speech Language Pathology

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a graduate student in Boston studying to become a licensed speech language pathologist. My interests include working with children and students with a variety of delays/disorders such as Autism, Down Syndrome, and other developmental, cognitive and/or intellectual disabilities.
5.0
"Works well with special needs children, has good teaching skills. I am planning on using her as often as I can."

Peter G.

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Anna Z.


Dorchester Center, MA

$10-15/hr

Sitter/Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I grew up with a family friend who had a daughter with Down Syndrome. I had the opportunity to babysit her and to just spend time with her throughout the years. In high school I was in a club called Peer Connections, which focused on building relationships with students who had mental and/or physical special needs. I loved this...
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Meggie R.


Boston, MA

$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

My best friend's brother has severe Down's syndrome and my two youngest siblings both have special needs. My brother who is 12 years old has a minimal level of Asperger's and my youngest sister has pica and severe attachment disorder. I am available to care for your special needs loved ones.
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Alice M.


Cambridge, MA

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Care: Providing personalized care for individuals with autism, Down syndrome, physical disabilities, and intellectual disabilities. - Hospice Care: Delivering holistic, end-of-life care with dignity and compassion. Housekeeping: Maintaining clean, organized, and safe environments. Childcare: Nurturing and engaging...
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Hannah M.


Allston, MA

$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Babysitter

My interests are definitely with special needs children. I have been a camp counselor at special needs camp and have been responsible for children with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Prader-Wili syndrome and more! I have also babysat typically developing children of all ages. I have been a babysitter for six years.
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Amanda L.


Boston, MA

$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

I am an outgoing and active occupational therapy graduate student at Boston University. I have worked at a sleep away camp for teens and adults with disabilities (cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism, etc.) every summer since I was 17 years old. I worked this past summer at a camp for 3rd-6th graders with autism and down...
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Kenisse M.


Hyde Park, MA

$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced childcare educator for over 10+ years. My work history includes caring for children of special needs such as Autism, Down-syndrome, ADHD, OCD, from the ages of infancy to 15 years of age. I am very passionate when it comes to education and meeting children and families where they are ! I am a fast learner and willing...
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Alex K.


Waltham, MA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Am working as a direct care specialist for children with autism and down syndrome. l have experience assisting with toileting, dressing, feeding and other personal needs. l encourage my clients to be lndependent and curious. I have experience working with aggressive tendencies I also posses extensive knowledge working with...
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Allison C.


Boston, MA

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a full time occupational therapist in a public school where I work with students pre-k to 12th grade with autism, developmental disabilities, Down syndrome, and more. I also have experience working in physical rehabilitation including spinal cord injuries, stroke, and TBI. Though I work a typical school schedule, I am...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I have had 5 years experience as a 1:1 Paraprofessional in a self-contained classroom. I have worked with many different students, diagnoses ranging from ASD, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy to Williams syndrome. I have experience in transferring from floor to chair, chair to bed, and chair to floor.
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Greer M.


South Boston, MA

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have been working as a kindergarten teacher in an inclusion classroom for the past three years. I have worked with students with a variety of special needs, such as Autism, Down Syndrome, and developmental delays. I am currently pursuing a license in severe disabilities.
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Mary T.


Watertown, MA

$32/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Mary, I am currently a kindergarten teacher looking for summer work with kids. I have experience nannying and babysitting for 8 years, as well as housecleaning for 10 years, and private tutoring for 6 years. I come from a family of 12, and now have many nieces and nephews, so there's never a dull moment. I...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Hannah E.


Medford, MA

$15-25/hr • 15 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Hannah I have been been a nanny for over 10 years now. I have cared for children from a newborn to 14 years old. I have cared for special needs majority of my life. I work as a paraprofessional in an intensive learning program for children on the autism spectrum. I have been a PCA for my little cousin...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Brighton, MA

Erin M.

5.0

Look No More! You Won't Be Disappointed! Erin is truly a model caregiver. She provides outstanding care for those with special needs! We have a special needs daughter and our family has known Erin since high school.Erin has volunteered on numerous occasions to spend time with our daughter. She truly...

- Sue M.

Hannah M.

5.0

Hannah worked for us a few months. We have a six-year-old with Autism who is home schooled. Her basic responsibilities were doing assignments (assigned by me), play with my son, and make him feel special. My son isn't easy to work with. Hannah kept him engaged with her fun personality and love for...

- Jenna V.

Anna Z.

5.0

Anna has been a huge help. She is always on time and willing to help any way she can.

- Elizabeth S.

Alexis S.

5.0

Alexis is very friendly and is a good communicator. She always arrives on time and is very dependable. We hired her to provide care for our special needs son and she has been wonderful. We would highly recommend her.

- Erin L.

Athena Z.

5.0

Works well with special needs children, has good teaching skills. I am planning on using her as often as I can.

- Peter G.

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