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Siobhan F.


Medfield, MA

$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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I have over a decade of experience and comfort caring for children of all ages. As a licensed foster parent through DCF, I am also regularly background checked and receive trainings on healthy communication, trauma informed practices, and child development. I am comfortable caring for sibling sets and special needs children,...
Siobhan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Cecilia S.


Medway, MA

$28-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Creative and Athletic Nanny With Special Needs Experience

4.7

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'm one of seven children and I've been sitting since I was old enough to earn money. My three children are now young adults and on their own. I worked hard with them and their achievements make me a proud Momma! I am college educated, athletic, energetic, a lifelong learner, organized, conscientious, a great cook and I'm...
Cecilia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Due to a family emergency, we were unexpectedly staying at my mom's house for longer than expected and Cecilia came to the rescue! She cared for my almost 9-month old for a full week (working 8 AM - 6 AM) and I couldn't have been more pleased with her care. Cecilia...

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Cecilia S.


Medway, MA

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced And Skilled Special Needs Caregiver Available For Part-Time Work

My experience with special needs includes: Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, ADD and ADHD, and Autism. I believe my compassion and understanding for children with special needs stems from growing up with a cousin who has Down Syndrome. I am patient, gentle, athletic and a hard worker. I will help your child with academics, reading,...
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Leah M.


Dedham, MA

$22-27/hr • 2 yrs exp

Grad Student Looking For Part-Time Work Friday-Monday

Hey there! My name is Leah, and I'm a 27-year-old grad student looking for part time work Fridays-Mondays. My experience working in child care is robust, and I have specific experience working with children with Down syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and a range of behavioral challenges. Recently, I held a position as a...
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Elizabeth A.


Sharon, MA

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Special Needs Nanny

I have worked with special needs for a few years, adult MR, emotionally disabled adolescents, ADHD, ADD, fetus alcohol syndrome, bipolar, autism, Aspergers, Down syndrome, handicap women, and the elderly; stroke victims, dementia, and have experience as a P.C.A, and community outings. I have administered medications. I enjoyed...
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Christine M.


Walpole, MA

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

I worked for SNCARC when I was going to school. Mostly, I provided respite care for the parents in their home. These were children with autism and Down syndrome. I also was a nanny for a family with a preschooler and twin infants. One of the twins was born with a some birth defects that necessitated a tracheotomy. These...
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Alana W.


Franklin, MA

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have been working with Boston public special education department for two years. I have worked with children with cerebral palsy, down syndrome, autism and ADHD. I love my job. I don't think I have ever smiled so much. I would love to help after school and summers as well as the day.
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Karen C.


South Weymouth, MA

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Care Giver

I am a Mom of a 34-year-old developmental delayed daughter and I have a 36-year-old down syndrome sister in law.
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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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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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Erin M.


Boston, MA

$12-17/hr • 6 yrs exp

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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Samantha O.


Quincy, MA

$10-15/hr

Part Time Caregiver

I have a younger brother with Downs Syndrome and another with epilepsy so I've always had a passion for working with those who have special needs. I've experienced working one on one with children in a classroom, as well as, running an inclusive classroom with those on the autism spectrum.
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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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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, 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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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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Tina C.


East Weymouth, MA

$24-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny/Babysitting

Hired by 29 families in your neighborhood

I have always had a passion for working with kids. I am available full time from Monday- Friday 9:30 a.m. to 5pm, and date nights. I have gained so much experience over the past years. The ages range from 3 months old to 17 years old. I have over 17 years of experience. I am very interactive and outgoing. I have experience home...
Tina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I hired Tina to date night sit for my 2 year old son. Tina sent me texts assuring me that my son was doing fine and she also tidied up my apartment which was a pleasant surprise and very much appreciated. Tina is a very patient and nurturing person and my son had...

Susan C.

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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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Charissa P.


Hudson, MA

$17-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs Experienced

Hello, everyone I have worked in residentials with seniors, special needs, ADHD, autistic, down syndrome and physically disabled people for many years. I also have an adult son who is autistic and lives independently a grandson who is autistic. I have always had the passion to bring joy and quality to these beautiful...
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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: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Medfield, MA

Cecilia S.

4.0

I messaged Cecilia for taking care of my baby. But at that time she was not available for the job. The best thing about her is that she informed me about it very soon so I am not delayed from searching the nanny for my baby. I wish Cecilia all the best for her new job!

- Shruti B.

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.

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.

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