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Paulina A.
Northampton, MA
$20-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time
I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
I have many years experience working with all types of disabilities in a home and school setting. I am looking to supplement my current position with a part time care position in my area.
Anwyn P.
Leverett, MA
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Am Excited To Help Care For Your Children And Make A Positive Impact On Your Home.
I'm Anwyn and I am a kind, creative and energetic 18-year-old taking a gap year. I live on Capitol Hill with my mom and siblings. I have lots of experience caring for children all ages, including a special needs child. I love engaging in creative activities, reading, cooking healthy organic meals, and just being around children,...
Anwyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Autumn M.
Northampton, MA
$15-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have a lot of experience working with special needs children, including nonverbal autistic kids. I spent years caring for my siblings who were diagnosed with autism, and then spent six months working as a paraprofessional for a severe developmental needs room at an elementary school.
I have a lot of empathy, patience,...
Autumn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Whitney H.
Easthampton, MA
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Preschool Teacher With Flexible Schedule- Available Weekdays, Weeknights, And Weekends!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! I'm Whitney, I'm 29 and live in Northampton. I have been a preschool teacher for 8 years.
I am about to graduate with a Master's in Early childhood education, as well!
***21 per hour but negotiable depending on ages and number of children.
I am searching for summer work as well as late nights/date night care....
Whitney can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Whitney is absolutely fabulous with my two toddlers! My kiddos are very outgoing and energetic and Whitney met them with the same enthusiasm with every activity they did together. The summer flew by & my kids were able to explore the world, grow in different areas...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Heather, I was a home childcare provider for over 10 years. I love working with children and have also worked in public schools with older children and children with special needs. I am a multitasker and if you need help with light house cleaning or cooking meals I am available for that as well! Look forward to...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Heather is very loving, creative and knows how to get the kids engaged in activities. She also knows how to get children working together as a team. She loves nature and taking the children outside for walks and play. I have not met a child yet that didn't love Ms...
Heidi S.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been in the childcare business for about 8 years now. I have worked with infants to teenagers. I started babysitting at 14 for my neighbors children. I have also worked at different camps and have experience working with special needs children. I enjoy working with children because everyday is a new adventure. I...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica was awesome with my boys. She was helpful and reliable. I called her last minute and she was able to respond without hesitation. Would definitely work use her services again."
Sandrae L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Rav! I have been working in childcare for 10 years and I have been exclusively on care. com since 2020 as a full-time nanny. Last fall, nannying became less of a full-time job, as I started a new job as a high school math teacher for children with moderate disabilities. Since summer is coming, I have full-time...
Ravneet can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Our family loves Rav. She nannied with us until a life change required a move that made traveling to us daily a bit difficult. We still use her if we need to travel without the kids. Not only is she wonderful with our boys, but she helps with schoolwork, drives...
Care member
Kaitlyn T.
Holyoke, MA
$19-41/hr • 9 yrs exp
Compassionate Childcare Provider With A Focus On Special Needs
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am delighted to offer my childcare services through Care.
With over 8 combined years of childcare and special-education experience, I am committed to providing exceptional care tailored to your kiddo's individual needs.
I believe in fostering a safe, nurturing, and consistent environment for children to learn and...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our kids had such a great time. Can't wait to have you back again!"
Glen F.
Hello! I am a very reliable and patient individual. While in college I worked as full day nanny 2x per week, lifeguard, and swim instructor. I really enjoy working along side parents to give their kids exactly what they need as a family. I also feel that I am a responsible, caring, and professional individual. I have experience...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a stay at home mom with over a decade of childcare experience, including nannying for infants and toddlers as well as older children; I have worked with children with varying types and degrees of special needs, and I have tutored in math, ESL, and literature.
I was an EMT for 3 years prior to the birth of my daughter and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Laura K.
Palmer, MA
$20-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
I like caring for people with special needs because I do shared living for people with developmental disabilities. I have raised a child with severe mood disorder and a child with autism. I am passionate that all people are the same and that those with disabilities should reach their full potential. I have worked in group homes,...
I'm a speech-language pathologist with four years experience working with high school students with disabilities. I've also worked part-time at an outpatient speech center 1:1 with pre-school and elementary age students. I am interested in connecting with families as a private speech-language pathologist for families looking to...
In high school I took a class working with the special needs students in the school. I remember the first day I went there they were just so welcoming, and it really made me never want to miss a day of school because I loved working with them. I was basically a teachers aid, and I took the class repeatedly in my last three years...
Abigail G.
Barre, MA
$20-35/hr
Hello! I am currently in School for Education at Bay Path College, while also working full time as a ABA programming assistant. Through this career I have found such a passion and love for caring for others. I would love to get to know you and your family!
I like working with kids because I am the oldest daughter in a family of 8. I have always been the caregiver.
I started working with kids when I was 12 and babysat family. I am currently a special needs paraprofessional. I started this career after graduating college in August 2023 for Child Psychology.
In my spare time, I...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Kathleen P.
Springfield, MA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have worked with special needs children most of my life. I had therapeutic foster children for many years and recently I did shared living with a handicapped woman. I worked as a special ed tutor for three years in an area school.
I have 10 years of experience as a special education teacher! I have experience tutoring at the elementary level and have taught children in the public school settings. I also have "in home" experience helping children with special needs using Applied Behavioral Analysis. I have my masters degree in Special Education
Molly can also help with: Travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hello! I am a 32-year-old teacher who has experience with a wide age group range of infant - school age. I have worked with children for the last 14 years. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children. I have a strong love and passion for all children of all ages. I love arts and crafts along with playing outside,...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
I have been in the medical field for 35 years. I have done all kinds of levels of care. I owned and operated a nursing home for 10 years. I had 4 special needs adults during that time. I enjoy what I do and find it very rewarding.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Amherst, MA
Whitney H.
5.0
Whitney has nannied for us for over six months now, and she has been wonderful. Our daughter absolutely adores her. She is reliable, responsible, and fun! We will miss seeing her every week, and hope she can still babysit when our schedules align.
- Donna P.
Heather S.
5.0
Heather is very loving, creative and knows how to get the kids engaged in activities. She also knows how to get children working together as a team. She loves nature and taking the children outside for walks and play. I have not met a child yet that didn't love Ms Ms Heather!!
Heather is a good...
- Heidi S.
Jessica S.
5.0
Jessica was awesome with my boys. She was helpful and reliable. I called her last minute and she was able to respond without hesitation. Would definitely work use her services again.
- Sandrae L.
Ravneet G.
5.0
The best! Took such loving care of my post-surgical dog, sent regular updates, was timely and reliable, and helped us feel calm leaving the dog in a needier-than-normal state. I will absolutely be asking her to dog-sit again!
- Ana D.
Kaitlyn T.
5.0
Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and friendliness, making her very easy to work with. Highly recommended.
- Dennis L.
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