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My experience with special Ed has come from my 5-year-old brother who has Down syndrome. I am also a dual major at SNHU where I will be getting my bachelors in both elementary education and special education. I have worked with students that range from needing accommodations to being non-verbal. Through my courses, I have been...
I am a physical therapist awaiting my license in the state of Montana and can work as a caregiver for this waiting period. I have over 32 years experience providing care for neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, pulmonary and complex medical patients in a variety of settings. I am looking for short term assignments. Ideally this...
Diana Z.
Brookline, NH
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love people - ALL people. I'm looking for a weekend job or from 4 p.m. or after Monday - Friday. I was a teacher before I was a nurse so I have a wide variety of skills! Let's chat if I sound like a good fit for you!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with a younger girl with disabilities, including a feeding tube and partial cognitive delays.
Megan M.
Litchfield, NH
$10-25/hr
Growing up, I've always been around special needs children. My mother works with them and I always hung around her so I really understood special needs from a young age. I am currently in school for teaching and I am getting certified in Elementary Ed and Special Ed. Special needs kids have a heart of goal and I just love to see...
Kerry W.
Hollis, NH
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Personal Care Attendant With Flexible Availability
I have over 15 years experience working with adults with developmental disorders, traumatic brain injuries, as well as elder care. I managed a group home for many years as well as worked privately in individual's homes. I bring maturity, patience, and a sense of humor to any work environment. I have experience with assisting at...
I'm a mother to a child with special needs and a teacher seeking a family who needs random or scheduled care. . Experience with special needs, multiples and a variety of ages.
Kori can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hailey B.
Milford, NH
$22/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Who Is Dedicated To Helping Children Thrive!
Hello everyone! I have been a nanny for 5 years now and I have 7+ years of childcare experience. I have a clean driving record, my own reliable transportation, and I am CPR certified. I have cared for children of all ages including newborns as well as children with special needs.
A little about me-
I am a mom to an almost...
Hailey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Cheryl C.
Bedford, NH
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Reliable and trustworthy and have a few days to give excellent care and companionship. I spent 15 years working with special needs children in a local school district, but now have a flexible schedule! I can provide wonderful references!
Cheryl can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
I have a Master's degree in elementary education, and previously worked in a local school district in a special needs/behavioral program for 15 years.
Cheryl can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Patricia M.
Manchester, NH
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Patti. I am a graduate student for mental health counseling and I have a long history of taking care of multiples, single children, and also children with special needs such as autism. I love children and excited to meet yours!
Patricia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lynne A.
Derry, NH
$40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had several years of experience in elderly care with parents and older neighbors. I do have a degree in Education as well and feel one of my strengths is communication. I cared for my elderly parents and also cared for an 90-year-old woman for 6 years. This included making appointments, buying groceries, helping with...
Lynne can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I would highly recommend her for any care taking position. She has an early childhood degree and is very responsible, kind, and energetic. She has raised a special needs child as a single mother and has done a remarkable job."
Hannah A.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Annette and I have been working in the child care industry for 35 years. I graduated from college with a Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Child Psychology. The first 15 years of my career was spent working with children with special needs. For the past 20 years, I have worked as a nanny, caring for infants up to...
Antonietta can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Antonietta is my sister. I have a 10 year old daughter who thinks of my sister as her second mother! Antonietta is outstanding at understanding children, caring for children and simply being around children. I always say it takes a special person to be around...
Josie B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. I have a friendly and approachable personality, and I'm skilled at creating a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages. I have many years of experience caring for children from infants to preteens, and I'm...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sarah was our nanny for a year, until the time that she moved out of state. All I can say is that she was an indispensable and beloved part of our family. She is nurturing and loving at heart. She is utterly reliable and then some. Once I called her at 11 p.m. at...
Sara G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced nanny who has worked with the same family for 10 years. I am looking to start a new chapter as I welcomed my first child in October. I am looking for a family that is open to having my son in the home as I work. I have experience with special needs and behavior modification therapy.
Robin can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hire robin for snow days or days of school as well as date nights and occasionally weekends or overnights. She is always punctual and our son adores her. He can't stop raving about her after spending time with her. We can see from our nanny cam that she is...
Jonah S.
Katie E.
Greenville, NH
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Katie. I'm currently a household manager for a family in Newton, MA who I've been with for two years. My contract ends and the end of June and I recently moved to NH, so I'm looking for a new full time nanny/ household manager position to start in July.
I have been working with children professionally for...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie is incredibly trustworthy, responsible, and professional. She's an excellent teammate and collaborator, always helping out where she can. She is a hard worker who is very committed to the families she supports!"
Serena A.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Traci, I have babysat for about 35+ years, from newborn to about 14 years of age. I have worked 4-5 years in the rehabilitation field for a company, working with behavioral adolescents, autism, down syndrome and other areas. I live in Derry, have a car. and very flexible. I enjoy playing board games, doing...
Traci can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hello, Yes, Traci has worked for us for 2 years. D. was just 6 months old when she started and I. was 6 years old. Traci is very reliable when she says she will babysit, she hits her mark and arrives on time consistently. She is vigilant of the children and...
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Lynne A.
Derry, NH
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
I feel qualified to care for those with special needs as I have a special needs son who is 5 years old. So as a mother of a son who has special needs, I really understand the patience it takes and understanding to achieve progress and happiness.
5.0
"I would highly recommend her for any care taking position. She has an early childhood degree and is very responsible, kind, and energetic. She has raised a special needs child as a single mother and has done a remarkable job."
Hannah A.
4.3
(4)
I have always been drawn to people with special needs going back as far as grade school.
I have two nephews with autism,. One non verbal, and one has Asperger's. I worked as a home health aide children with severe physical and developmental disabilities. I took to one little boy I cared for approximately 3 years. He was 11...
5.0
"We highly recommend Kathy! She is an amazing caregiver!
Kathy helped my family with our special needs son for several years.
We adore Kathy.She is confident,responsible,and has a natural affinity towards children.
These qualities in her made us feel extremely...
Darlene C.
Heather M.
Windham, NH
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with Community Crossroads giving hands on care and companionship for 26-year-old girl with autism and epilepsy, she is also speech delayed. I also work with an 8-year-old autistic girl which includes pick up from school, dinner preparation and hands on playtime. Weekend days I work with a 50-year-old with...
4.0
"Heather worked with my daughter for a couple of years. She formed an excellent rapport with us however had some difficulty following behavior plans implemented when we realized my daughter had regressed to prior challenging behaviors. The stress was too much and...
Cathy F.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Amherst, NH
Lynne A.
5.0
I would highly recommend her for any care taking position. She has an early childhood degree and is very responsible, kind, and energetic. She has raised a special needs child as a single mother and has done a remarkable job.
- Hannah A.
Antonietta F.
5.0
Antonietta is my sister. I have a 10 year old daughter who thinks of my sister as her second mother! Antonietta is outstanding at understanding children, caring for children and simply being around children. I always say it takes a special person to be around children all day (coming from someone...
- Josie B.
Sarah M.
5.0
Sarah was our nanny for a year, until the time that she moved out of state. All I can say is that she was an indispensable and beloved part of our family. She is nurturing and loving at heart. She is utterly reliable and then some. Once I called her at 11 p.m. at night, worried that my son would...
- Sara G.
Robin F.
5.0
We love booking Robin whenever our schedule is in need. She cares for out 6 month old, 3 year old and 7 year old so caring. She brings her 1 year old along who is such a cutie and a happy baby. She always finds ways to engage all the children in play. We have a nighttime and morning routine that she...
- Sandy F.
Katie E.
5.0
Katie is incredibly trustworthy, responsible, and professional. She's an excellent teammate and collaborator, always helping out where she can. She is a hard worker who is very committed to the families she supports!
- Serena A.
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