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Jason C.


Lexington, MA

$30-40/hr5 yrs exp

Personal Aide

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Worked for 5 years with client's in their homes helping them remain as independent as possible. Initially worked in a home with 3 adults that were non-verbal. Those 3 individuals had developmental delays, cerebral palsy and ASD. Typically worked in 2 homes (3 clients in each) but by the end of my time with that agency I would...
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Athena Z.


Watertown, MA

$15-25/hr

Student Clinician In Graduate School For Speech Language Pathology

5.0

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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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Hannah M.


Allston, MA

$10-15/hr6 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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Leticia G.


Billerica, MA

$28/hr5 yrs exp

Professional Babysitter

Hello dear family! I have over 5 years experience with kids of all ages! I was an assistant teacher at a daycare for one year and I used to take care of kids between 6 months to 3 years old. Currently I work as a nanny and I take care of kids between 3 months to 12 years old. I also have experience with special needs,...
Leticia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Wonderful Babysitter! My children are in love with Letícia! Attentive and affectionate always, I never had any problems with her taking care of my children"

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Alice M.


Cambridge, MA

$20-30/hr4 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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Sarah F.


Winchester, MA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! My name is Sarah and I have been in the childcare field for eight years now. My experience with children who have special needs is a bit more personal, I have two lovely cousins who have down syndrome. One of my cousins also has autism along with down syndrome, and I care for her a lot. Growing up I have always helped out...
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Tiffanny M.


Reading, MA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Educator For Special Needs

I have been a Special Needs Teacher for 24 years. I have worked with students with severe, mild, and moderate needs. I have experience working with children with Autism, Downs Syndrome, Social Emotional disorders and cognitive delays. I love my job and love working with children. I believe all children and adults deserve a...
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Jennifer G.


Billerica, MA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Mom

Hi, my name is Jennifer, and I have a special needs son. I have been working with him for 12 years, and have helped his aides. I know about building blocks, and those that dislike certain textures, colors, etc. My aunt had Down Syndrome, and my good friend's son has Aspergers. I also worked with a teen girl with autism. Thank...
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Mario S.


Cambridge, MA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Therapeutic Caregiver Senior Support Military And Veterans

Professional Summary Reliable Therapeutic Caregiver 15 years of Experience, who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation, assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with a client. Specializes in elderly and special needs Anxiety, Depression,...
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Hannah E.


Medford, MA

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I have been my little cousin's nanny for 8 years and she has Down Syndrome. I have been her Para at school/after school activities. I have been apart of her IEP meetings, and been her supporter at the Buddy Walk and Special Olympics. She is the reason my goal in life is to have my own Non-profit Theater Company for Special Needs...
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Felicia T.


Billerica, MA

$19-35/hr2 yrs exp

I have cared for many children with autism and other developmental disabilities. I have worked in a Daycare facility for some time and have lots of training on first aid and CPR as well as diabetic necessities and medication administration. My Godsister has down syndrome so I do have experience with that as well.
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Taylor R.


Medford, MA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Throughout my time at UMass Amherst, I have created a passion for learning about psychology and how it ties to special education. I have worked as a substitute teacher at Amherst High School in the special education department. I am also CPR certified. I have experience with developmental delays, Autism, Down Syndrome, and so...
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Alex K.


Waltham, MA

$30/hr10 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...
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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Genevieve G.


Somerville, MA

$23-30/hr1 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I have my masters in special education specifically moderate disabilities and have experience working with children and teens with down-syndrome, ADHD/ADD, ASD, cognitive impairment, sensory sensitivity, mental health, cerebral palsy, and more.
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Hannah E.


Medford, MA

$15-25/hr15 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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Hannah M.


Allston, MA

$15-20/hr8 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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Patrick G.


Brighton, MA

$10-15/hr1 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...
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.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Lexington, MA

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.

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.

Leticia G.

5.0

Wonderful Babysitter! My children are in love with Letícia! Attentive and affectionate always, I never had any problems with her taking care of my children

- Care member

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