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I have two cousins who have special needs who are my best friends one is age 9 and the other is 13. For my career I want to work with special needs kids because every kid brings me pure joy!
Hi! My name is Jenna, I'm a 36-year-old dog mom with no kids of my own but 12 nieces and nephews to maintain my role as the cool Auntie Jenna. My experience in childcare in a nutshell is as follows:
1. Over 20 years babysitting/childcare experience.
2. Over 15 years special needs experience.
3. Previous private nanny for...
Hi my name is Moira I am 29 years old. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I have watched newborns- high school age children and adults. I worked as a teacher at Center for Children for children with autism for 2 years. I am first aid and CPR certified. I would love to help you and your family out. I am a...
I have experience working with people who have muscular dystrophy, brain injuries, quadri/paraplegics, and mental retardation. I find working with people who have disabilities is a very rewarding job. I like to help them achieve their goals and retain as much independence as possible. I like to make a positive influence in their...
Heather L.
Abington, MA
$19-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
I started babysitting at a very young age. I went to college for early childhood education. I graduated with my degree in sociology with a concentration in education. I was a substitute teacher for 2 years while in college. When I finished college I got a job as an aide at an elementary school. I was an aide for special needs...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My Name is Sydney. I am a 31 years old with 15+ years of experience working with children of all ages. I have ample experience working with children with special needs and children undergoing psychiatric and medical care. I have a degree in Expressive Arts Therapy from Lesley University. I was previously the program director for...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sydney is an exceptional person. I feel completely comfortable with her in my home. She is a gem!"
Amy L.
4.3
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have extensive experience with children from ages newborn to 18 years of age and with up to as many as eight children at once.
My experience includes infant twins and toddler triplets as well as medically complex and special needs children.
I also am experienced with overnights and was the sole caregiver of 2 children for 3...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kayla was terrific with our children. She drove them to activities and helped with their homework. They played outside and had a blast. She always supported our routines and rules to maintain consistency, She is kind and loving."
Susan O.
Sabrina F.
Brockton, MA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Own A Company And I Provide Caregivers To Care For Our Clients In Their Comfort Home
5.0
(1)
Hello
I have my bachelor in nursing at Umass Boston. I have 14+ years of experience providing care for elders, toddlers, infant, children's and special needs kids. I am very compassionate and empathetic, I take proud in providing care to a high standard to satisfy my clients. Only Those Who Cares About you, Can Hear When You...
Sabrina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marie is a great help I would definitely recommend her. She worked at my agency for about 5 years now. She also took care of my 4 children's since they were born. Now that they are old enough I don't need a babysitter anymore she can finally move on."
Marie F.
5.0
(1)
I am a Mom of a 34-year-old developmental delayed daughter and I have a 36-year-old down syndrome sister in law.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name's Amanda. I'm 25 years old and have a masters degree in occupational therapy from the University of New England. I've worked with children, and children with special needs, for the past several years. My most recent nannying was for a sweet 2-year-old girl while I was in graduate school. Before that I completed a...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I have 5 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have worked for the school system of Malden public school as a para, professional. I believe in creating a fun, stimulating and safe environment for children to thrive. I'm particularly skilled at helping children with their social and emotional needs. I have...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I am a first-time care.com parent, and my anxiety level was pretty high. Melissa was great; we spoke before our first encounter, which helped with my anxiety about my kids being with a “stranger.” When we finished our first conversation, I already felt better. I...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Stephanie. I have a ton of experience with kids considering I am a teacher. I also have a ton of experience with special needs children! I am willing to get things done if need be and provide safety and care for your children. I am very easy to contact as I have my phone on me everywhere I go in case of...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is great with kids, extremely personable, careful, and attentive. Stephanie will make sure everything is taken care of and go over the top to ensure her care is the always the best."
Sam R.
Teresa W.
Hingham, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a 2018 University of Maine graduate with a child development and family relations major and nutrition food science minor. I graduated the University of Alabama in 2021 with a Nutrition Dietetics Food Science major and just completed my internship to become a clinical pediatric RDN. I grew up in Hingham, MA and just moved...
Teresa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Teresa is a very reliable, energetic and organized individual who does all that she can to go above and beyond. She is caring, compassionate and patient making her a great candidate for working with children."
Morgan J.
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
When I lived on the Cape I was a PCA for a wheel bound man. I also used to be a certified nurses aid and have attended some nursing school.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced nanny and caregiver of over 20 years. I am college educated and have experience and enjoy caring for children from infants to teens as well as elders, and those with special needs. I am nurturing, kind, and loving with a sparkly sense of humor. I am looking for a part or full-time position and I am available...
Lisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lisa was always very prompt and very easy to get along with (during COVID, my husband and I were typically in the house with Lisa). In addition to being extremely reliable and trustworthy, she was so caring and loving to our son (2 years old)."
Christiane T.
Christine O.
North Weymouth, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I work in school full time.
I am copied and fingerprinted.
I have worked with special needs and I was a certified preschool teacher.
Other past experience is working in assisted living with elderly
5.0
"Christine is a kind and nurturing person who loves working with children. Christine was my child care provider for my 2 sons for over 14 years. One of my sons was in her care from infancy through middle school. She provided excellent care and loved my children...
Linda D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I graduated with a degree in Education from North Carolina State University in 2016. I started babysitting back in high school and have experience with newborn through teenagers as well as children with special needs. I currently work as an ABA Specialist for Boston Public Schools. I am ideally looking to provide summer care. I...
Jasmine can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She was our top choice for hire. Just an amazing person. Very intelligent and got along with the kids during our interview. We decided not to hire a nanny, but she would have been ours in a heartbeat. I highly recommend her!"
Leah A.
Christina F.
South Easton, MA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Having experience dealing with infants, toddlers/adolescents & Adults from The Judge Rotenberg Center and The May Institute, I have worked with students at school and clients at their residences who are autistic/ADHD or any other kinds of special needs. I also worked with clients who come from broken homes giving them the best...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Christina was a joy for our little one. He got along with her instantly. She was very professional and went above and beyond helping with small household tasks."
Latoya J.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
My name is Neka, I have a Bachelor of science degree in communication disorders. I've been working with children for over 4 years now; experienced in nurturing children of all ages and those with special needs. I'm looking for full-time/part-time position, also occasional babysitting and date nights. In general, I love children,...
Neka can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"took good care of our 2 kids, showing interest and knowledgeable of kids. I definitely recommend Neka"
Mireille A.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Abington, MA
Sydney F.
5.0
Sydney is an exceptional person. I feel completely comfortable with her in my home. She is a gem!
- Amy L.
Kayla D.
5.0
Kayla was terrific with our children. She drove them to activities and helped with their homework. They played outside and had a blast. She always supported our routines and rules to maintain consistency, She is kind and loving.
- Susan O.
Sabrina F.
5.0
Marie is a great help I would definitely recommend her. She worked at my agency for about 5 years now. She also took care of my 4 children's since they were born. Now that they are old enough I don't need a babysitter anymore she can finally move on.
- Marie F.
Melissa L.
5.0
Melissa is wonderful! She has provided weekly care for our daughters for over six months and is wonderful with them. They love her so much. We will absolutely continue to work with her in the future!
- Heather M.
Stephanie K.
5.0
Stephanie watched my two kids, 4 and 2. She fed them dinner and put them to sleep. She was really nice to them and they really liked her. I will definitely hire Stephanie again!
- Elizabeth D.
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