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Cynthia M.


Amherst, MA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

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Providing loving and cautious care to individuals unable to care for themselves, is one of my passions. I am able to help with bathing, dressing, meal prep, feeding, helping to get ambulatory, companionship, meds, insulin injections, assisting with mobility, lifting, etc. I would love to meet with you to determine whether or...
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Rachel L.


Amherst, MA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked and volunteered with children of all ages (up to 17) with varying degrees of abilities. I would love to lend a family in need of extra help whenever I can!
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Ridan D.


Amherst, MA

$31-45/hr7 yrs exp

I have lived in the USA for five years, immigrated from Brazil, now an American citizen. Coming from the field of journalism and facing a new reality here in this country, I discovered my passion in helping people. I decided to dedicate myself more to this field and I am currently studying a degree in Psycho-Pedagogy. My study...
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Samantha B.


Amherst, MA

$22-50/hr4 yrs exp

Sam 25 Years Old Caring Empath Here To Help

I have been involved in special education since I was in middle school. Working with people with disabilities is my one true passion. Life isn't as full without it. I have an extensive background of working with kids as well.
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Gwen J.


Amherst, MA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced In Camp ANCHOR Experienced Babysitter

Graduating nursing school this upcoming May. Only thing on my schedule is studying for the NCLEX- so I am very flexible!
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Alyssa B.


Amherst, MA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Private Childcare Provider

With 7+ years of experience with children and young adults of all abilities, I work hard to create a fun and engaging environment to enhance developmental growth. I have experience with CP, ASD, ADHD, and have experience with applied behavioral analysis and other forms of behavioral management.
Im a very supportive person and understand what's it's like to struggle with mental illness along with adhd that help to be put in someone with similar issues. With addition I have cared for people with different abilities such as blindness, anxiety, depression and being bedridden.
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Kate S.


Amherst, MA

$22-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kate. I am a current senior studying Speech language and hearing sciences at Umass Amherst, I will be graduating in May! I have experience working with children and adults with a variety of different abilities. I am currently working part time when I can at Perkins School for the Blind (on specific weekends). I am...
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Jeanne S.


Amherst, MA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have always had an open mind and heart to those with special needs of any sort. I have family that is special needs, and my best friend of 11 years has been diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, Paranoid Schizophrenia, and is Manic Depressive. I do not hold anything against anyone and would like to pride myself in my patience...
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Maya F.


Amherst, MA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Partime Care-giver

Hello, My name is Maya . I am a 20-year-old sophomore at Umass Amherst. I have always loved kids, especially kids with medical issues and special needs. I am currently a Biology major on a pre-med track hoping to one day be a pediatrician. I have experience with care giving to kids with cerebral palsy and other special needs.
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Anna F.


Amherst, MA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

I have the most experience working with kids and teens on the autism spectrum. I worked with two autistic boys in a preschool classroom setting when I was an assistant teacher, and I have taught musical theater in an after school program to kids with special needs. I also regularly babysit a girl with ADHD and food allergies. As...
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Isabelle H.


Amherst, MA

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Kind, Caring, Energetic Caregiver

Hi my name is Isabelle and I am a rising sophomore at UMass Amherst studying Public Health with minors in sociology and Environmental Science. I was a co-founder of the Best Buddies chapter at Mansfield High School and a member of the Boltwood Project at my college. I am really passionate about disabilities awareness and...
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Eliya P.


Amherst, MA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Experience With Ages 0-16 And Kids With Disabilities And Special Needs!

I am a licensed Fire Fighter/EMT for the Town of Hadley Fire Department and for the Town of Hatfield Fire Department. I just graduated with a B. S. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from UMass Amherst. I now live in Amherst and am looking for some extra money to make ends meet! I have been taking care of kids since we...
Eliya can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Georgia H.


Amherst, MA

$14-20/hr6 yrs exp

I have been working with kids for about six years now. I have worked with all ages, children with special needs, and learning disabilities. I'm also currently employed at Northampton Athletic Club as a childcare provider which has given me experience working with larger groups of children at a time.
Georgia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
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Marcia V.


Amherst, MA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

RN Looking To Help With Your Kiddos

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a registered nurse of 11 years with experience ranging from orthopedics to neurology to pulmonary and more. I live in Amherst most of the time but I do travel back to NYS where I own a home and my parents live. Here in Amherst I live with my girlfriend, 2 cats, 1 full time dog and 1 part time dog plus 5 goats. My...
Marcia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Maya F.


Amherst, MA

$15-23/hr4 yrs exp

Get To Know Me!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Maya. I am a 21-year-old junior I am majoring in public health with a pre-med track in hope of becoming a pediatrician practitioner one day. I have always loved kids. I have about 4 years of experience working with kids of all ages. I have worked as an assistant educator at preschools, Babysat kids with CP,...
Maya can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Gwen J.


Amherst, MA

$15-19/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs children for three years now. I have worked with many families for babysitting children from newborns to 13 years of age. I have my own car and am totally flexible with times!
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Laura K.


Amherst, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

I am a trained ABA therapist, special needs paraprofessional, and former family daycare provider, as well as an experienced mother of three teenage boys. Non-smoker. Comfortable with pets. Able to cook, clean, run errands. CPR and First Aid certified. Senior care experience as primary caregiver to elderly mother in law, as well...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jenna R.


Amherst, MA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Fun And Passionate Sitter

Hi! My name is Jenna and I am a senior psychology major at UMass Amherst. I was lucky enough to find my passion for working with kids at 13 years old, and have jumped at every opportunity to both teach and learn from kiddos ever since. I have been a camp counselor with 3-10-year-olds for five years, a swim instructor to...
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Sarah B.


Amherst, MA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Love The Little And Big Moments And Everything In Between

I have always loved working with kids. I am currently in college studying psychology with hopes of working with special need children in the future.
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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