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Zainab G.
Acton, MA
$18-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Zainab, and I am passionate about providing compassionate care to individuals with special needs. With 3 years of experience in caregiving, I specialize in creating engaging and supportive environments that foster growth and development.
My journey began with a deep commitment to understanding and meeting the...
Hanifah N.
Acton, MA
$24-32/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have dedicated several years to working with individuals with special needs, focusing on providing compassionate and personalized care. My experience includes supporting daily living activities, facilitating communication, and promoting social interactions to enhance their quality of life. I have developed tailored strategies...
Stacey P.
Acton, MA
$20-30/hr
I have a few years of experience working with people of all populations with special needs it can be very awarding and challenging at times but I'm very patient and understanding and every person should be given a good level of care if interested contact me thank you and good day
Emily J.
Acton, MA
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
From a very young age the effects of a premature birth hampered my ability to develop along a standard trajectory. I underwent months of early intervention to improve motor functioning and limit the residual effects of delayed speech. During my elementary education years I was placed in small classrooms focused on providing...
I have 20 years of experience as a companion, advocate and caregiver to people with developmental disabilities. My relationships with the individuals I serve have been long lasting, one being 20 years and still ongoing. Many people in the developmental disability community know me. I have a certificate in augmentative and...
Have varsity experience in elderly and special needs/disability care. Worked on a one to one basis in homes, facilities and group homes. Healthcare is a field have always loved. Am a service-oriented person with all round skills.
Additional information will be provided, if required.
Harriet can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for many children with special needs. I have the compassion, and a genuine ability to nurture and care for people with these needs. I'm currently in a program at North Shore College working towards an Associate's degree.
5.0
(1)
(Unavailable to commit to new consistent hours until Summer of 2023)
I'm fully vaccinated and received a booster shot in April 2022.
I have three children of my own, two who are now teenagers and one a few years away from joining the teenage ranks.
In regards to my professional background and experience, I have two decades of...
Aletha D.
Maynard, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Early Childhood Educator Available For Various Babysitting Needs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am an energetic, reliable, and passionate early-childhood educator with 25+ years paid experience in the field, and have 3 teenage children of my own. My favorite activities to do with children are exploring the outdoors, playing games (both indoor and out!), reading, cooking and crafts. I am able to assist with homework,...
Aletha can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Aletha is an amazing caregiver! I cannot say enough positive things about her. She has been working with our family for over a year and my son, now 4, adores her. She keeps up with his imagination and insatiable questioning and desire to learn. She always goes...
Branwen C.
Sarah R.
Sudbury, MA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
10+ years of experience in childcare, professional and private. Excelling in all age ranges, from newborn to teenager. Well versed in many facets, homework help, arts & crafts specialties, social emotional learning, gross-motor play, special needs experience, transportation, home management and organization, meal prep, CPR &...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Sarah did a fabulous job watching my 3 young boys. She kept them busy and having fun, and oversaw mealtime. When we need a babysitter in the future we will definitely ask her to come back!"
Brigid D.
Pamela T.
Lowell, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Social Worker Experienced In Care For Children With Medical And Behavioral Diagnoses
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Pamela, and I have worked with multiple number of diagnoses and families. Over the years I have worked with a different number of individuals with anxiety, rare diagnoses, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other behavioral issues.
I have experience with over 15 years working in the mental health field....
5.0
"Pam was asked to assist with my 9 year old child with ADHD and my 10 year old medically complex son. Pam was confident, reliable, and caring. She is also pleasant to be around and very kind with a youthful heart. Pam also was completely flexible when asked to...
Care member
Tori S.
Billerica, MA
$18-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Tori I have about 4 years of experience and am CPR certified. I believe a babysitter plays a really important role in a child's life which is why I try to be fun but also aid them in learning and life skills. I have experience with watching kids one on one, multiple siblings and also have experience with special...
Tori can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tori did a great job watching my two daughters, 5 & 8. I will hire her again."
Kevin O.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in elder care for most of my adult life as a Home Health Aid and Program Director. These roles provide me with many skills, both in caring for people physically but also cognitively. I can keep your loved one engaged, stimulated and interested in things around them. I am highly qualified and skilled in helping...
Lisa can also help with: Visiting nurse, dementia, home modification, respite care, personal care
5.0
"Lisa is great with seniors, and everyone. She has a wonderful sense of humor and yet is very respectful of seniors. She is honest and works hard at making people happy. She would be a great care giver/companion to a senior in need, as she would always keep them...
Albert M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a mother of two teenage boys, that have asthma and food allergies.
During my time of raising them we have meet the challenges of those special needs successfully. They have learned how to live a full life with their medical issues.
5.0
"I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving and fun. She is the type of mom who's not afraid of...
Adriana G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Sierra!
I am a special education teacher whom has a masters degree in early childhood and am also working on my severe disabilities degree! I currently work as a severe special needs teacher for a school that focuses primarily on kids with Autism. I absolutely love teaching and can't picture myself working in any other...
Sierra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sierra was a blessing for our family. She worked for us over the summer of 2017 for about two months, and was very professional and dependable.
She was very punctual, and arrived to work early every single day. Wow! Sierra is a very good communicator -...
Henry E.
Jennifer L.
North Billerica, MA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Caregiver/ Preschool Teacher/ Nanny/House Manager
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My Professional experience includes nannying and house managing full time for the previous head of the an independent international boarding school in Rabun Gap Georgia for 9 years. l also nannied for 1 other head and 2 other administrators on Rabun Gap Nacoochee campus over a 10 year span. I have been working with newborn to...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jennifer was great with all 11 of the children we had her babysit, ranging from 2 to 11 years old. She was in command but the children still liked her very much. She brought her own activities and the house was not trashed when we returned. I would recommend her...
Anne S.
Hi friends! I'm Michaela and I love kids! I have been babysitting for years! I currently work with special needs kids at the high school level , throughout the school year.
With that being said, I have experience with special needs children, I am CPR certified, I have a valid license, reliable transportation and I love dogs!!...
Michaela can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm looking for childcare, special needs care, and tutoring positions. I'm a high school teacher licensed in Moderate Disabilities Grades 5-12 and PreK-8. I have 4 years of classroom experience. I have regular after school, evening and weekend availability as well as time over school breaks. I have provided in home care for...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Melissa P.
Chelmsford, MA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I specialize in the care of medically fragile children/young adults and adults with disabilities.
I was a recreation & aquatics specialist for medically fragile children, prior to becoming an LPN.
Skill set includes, but not limited to;
- g/j tube feeding and medication administration.
- ventilator care
- tracheostomy...
Sharon L.
Stow, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sharon. I live in Stow. I have worked with children for more than 20 years. I have worked with children ages 2 months thru 12 years. I've worked with special needs children through the years. In the past 5 years I have worked with infants. I am CPR and first aide certified. I am also comfortable with pets. Thank...
Sharon can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Acton, MA
Aletha D.
5.0
Aletha is an amazing caregiver! I cannot say enough positive things about her. She has been working with our family for over a year and my son, now 4, adores her. She keeps up with his imagination and insatiable questioning and desire to learn. She always goes above and beyond what I would expect -...
- Branwen C.
Sarah R.
5.0
Sarah did a fabulous job watching my 3 young boys. She kept them busy and having fun, and oversaw mealtime. When we need a babysitter in the future we will definitely ask her to come back!
- Brigid D.
Pamela T.
5.0
Pam was asked to assist with my 9 year old child with ADHD and my 10 year old medically complex son. Pam was confident, reliable, and caring. She is also pleasant to be around and very kind with a youthful heart. Pam also was completely flexible when asked to perform or learn new skills for my son...
- Care member
Tori S.
5.0
Tori did a great job watching my two daughters, 5 & 8. I will hire her again.
- Kevin O.
Lisa L.
5.0
We have had Lisa as a caregiver for my 95 yo mom for at least 2 or 3 years and she is wonderful! She has a kind and easy going manner and a great sense of humor! She is so good with my mom who has some dementia and some other medical issues -always kind and gentle. We love Lisa- you will too!
- Bonnie O.
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