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Kerri T.


Auburndale, MA

$25-35/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi! I have recently left my corporate job following a 30 year career in operations leadership. I am the mom of 2 adult children And have been spending my time in semi-retirement supporting and transporting children and adults, including many children and young adults with special needs (Usher syndrome, ADHD, autism spectrum...
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Zoe B.


Auburndale, MA

$19-24/hr3 yrs exp

Hi!! I'm currently earning my undergraduate degree in Integrated Elementary and Special Education at the University of Hartford. I've assisted with physically and psychologically disabled peers throughout middle/high school. I would consider myself to be a very responsible, reliable, patient, and creative person; with me, your...
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Zachary H.


Auburndale, MA

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Zachary. I have a passion for children and young adults with disabilities and currently work as a program assistant at Cotting School in Lexington in which I assist in an upper level classroom. Throughout college I worked as a Home Hospice caretaker as well, in which I routinely watched two young men multiple...
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Sarah A.


Weston, MA

$20-22/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hello families! I have an extensive background working with young children, and I am an Early Childhood and Special Needs education major at Syracuse University. I have babysat for several years, worked at a summer camp for two years, worked at a preschool for a semester, as well as volunteered at a special needs horseback...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sarah is a sweetheart of a person whom the kids gravitate to. She has watched my two nieces (ages 4 and 7) on a variety of occasions and was a pleasure to work with. As a special education and middle school math teacher, I don't leave my nieces with just anyone!...

Amanda C.

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Anna Z.


Dorchester Center, MA

$17-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! As a sitter, your child's safety and joy are my top priorities. I want to develop relationships with your kids. I want to see them laugh, smile and have fun. It would be such a privilege to be able to share these moments with your children. I have experience babysitting step siblings and family friends, being a live-in...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Anna is great with children! She is kind, patient and fun. Always prompt and dependable. She is wonderful!"

Jessie L.

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Grace E.


Dorchester, MA

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Educated Childcare Provider

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I have worked for 5 years with children with autism as an ABA therapist and then as a clinical supervisor. I have experience with children aged 2 -21 with special needs. I am currently completing my PhD in ABA in the Fenway area.
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Prompt, attentive, great with our 4yo!"

John P.

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Nicole C.


Hyde Park, MA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a special needs professional with 12+ years of childcare experience. I currently work full time as an instructional para in a 5th and 6th grade special education classroom. I am looking for occasional evening/weekend and after school jobs with families in the Hyde Park, Roslindale area where I live and have grown...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Nicole is absolutely amazing! She is responsible, kind and creative. I would highly recommend her for any childcare position."

Adrienne E.

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Sarah R.


Sudbury, MA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

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Alicia N.


Arlington, MA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have 16+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care , Personal Care and Special needs, and Companionship. I have been a Geriatric caregiver since 2005 I worked for my company for 6 yrs and been a private caregiver for 10 yrs. Am very compassionate, patience, understanding and easy to talk to. I have a very humorous side...
Alicia can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Wound Care

5.0
"My family hired Alicia to care for my 88 year old dad after a bad fall. She was extremely caring and helpful and did a great job with him. I would hirely recommend her as a trusting and caring helper."

Diana O.

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Jacirah F.


Dorchester, MA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver/Tutor Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always had a passion for working with children, I have over 6 years experience in childcare including working in daycare centers, teaching preschool, and being a full time nanny. I worked as an assistant teacher for over 3 years, earning my CPR and First Aid certifications through them. Working as a floater in daycares made...
Jacirah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jacirah is very nice and friendly. My child was immediately comfortable with her and I felt at ease, I would definitely be using her as a consistent babysitter going forward."

Nicole C.

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Casey V.


Somerville, MA

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a caregiver with 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development led me to this profession, and I strive to make a positive impact on their lives. I'm patient, calm, and friendly. I enjoy a variety of activities with children, including outdoor sports, board...
Casey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Olivia B.


Arlington, MA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Olivia and I am currently a special education Kindergarten teacher in the Waltham Public Schools. I have a license in both moderate special needs Prek-8 and a masters in severe special needs, all levels. I have extensive experience nannying and I feel very confident when working and looking after...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and I recommend her highly!"

Amy B.

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Sarah B.


Somerville, MA

$32-36/hr10 yrs exp

Fully Vaccinated, Patient, Kind, And Always Punctual Nanny With 10+ Years Experience

3.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Kind, incredibly patient, warm, and always punctual caregiver with 12+ years paid experience watching infants - 13 years old. I started off as a mother's helper for a toddler playgroup when I was 13 years old and have enjoyed taking care of children for different families since then. I have experience watching infants as well as...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

3.0
"Sarah worked for us for 6 months in our nanny share from when our babies were 4 and 6 months old to 10 and 12 months. Things seemed to go fine - she showed up relatively on time and performed the tasks asked of her. The babies liked her, and we could tell she liked...

Danielle M.

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Judith B.


Dorchester, MA

$15-30/hr9 yrs exp

I'm a teacher for 8 years and a mom and I'm a residential counselor for baycove human services, I love taking good care of others.
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Katie K.


West Roxbury, MA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I recently graduated from Ithaca College in NY. I now live in Boston and working at an advertising agency Monday - Friday. I love children and would love to help out as much as you need it when I am free! I swam and rowed Varsity at IC, and I am a very active person. I love children and have been babysitting neighbors and...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katie is AMAZING! She nannied for our three-year-old for three months. Katie is extremely patient and caring, responsible, fun, and flexible. She truly went above and beyond with caring for our son, and we are so grateful. We are going to miss her so much when we...

Ashley D.

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Bella S.


Boston, MA

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced And Passionate Nanny!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a patient, energetic and playful nanny! I have 6 years of experience with kids from 3 months to 10 years old. I have training in first aid, CPR, and working with children with special needs. I am a very patient person with many different techniques to cater towards the needs of different children. I strive to create a fun...
Bella can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bella has helped care for my 4 year old since she was a newborn. I organized hired Bella as a mother's helper at age 14. She is mature beyond years, great with children, patient and communicates well. Highly recommend"

Brittany S.

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Denzil P.


Roxbury, MA

$10-50/hr2 yrs exp

Passionate Caregiver And Father

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a proud father to a 24-year-old son who served 4 years in the US Navy, and attended public schools and was in the special education strand in elementary school. My son, Jajuan is currently a college student in Tokyo. I bring my experiences as a parent to my role as a passionate educator/childcare giver. I believe that I am...
5.0
"Denzil is the most caring, accommodating and helpful caregiver we have had for our adult son with CP, who has mobility issues. Denzil is always friendly, engaging in conversation and just a wonderful asset."

Karen B.

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Destiny B.


Roxbury, MA

$15-25/hr

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Zana and I am interested in providing care to your loved one(s). I have experience in Hospitality, Human Services, and care for kids, seniors, and disabled people. I am CPR certified. Most excitingly, I am a mother of Irish twins! I am currently in school to become a Registered Nurse!
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Hollie J.


Arlington, MA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver, Babysitting, Special Needs, Senior Care, Family Care

Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood

For many years, I have cared for children, from infants to adolescents. Most recently I have been a nanny for two 1-year-old little boys, a 2-year-old little girl, and I continue to work with children and adolescents in my professional career. For several years, I have worked as a theater teacher and mental health clinician...
Hollie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Hollie was so helpful in caring for our cat. He has just moved here and is confused and upset by the new surroundings. He immediately took to Hollie, who not only provided basic care but also the attention he was craving while we were out of town. She provided...

Becky P.

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Natasha H.


Medford, MA

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Natasha and I'm an Occupational Therapy Doctoral student at Tufts University. I have a breadth of experience working with kids in various settings, including special needs and recreational after-school programs. I love to plan craft activities and fun games, and would be able to help out with light housekeeping...
Natasha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!"

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Auburndale, MA

Sarah A.

5.0

Sarah is a sweetheart of a person whom the kids gravitate to. She has watched my two nieces (ages 4 and 7) on a variety of occasions and was a pleasure to work with. As a special education and middle school math teacher, I don't leave my nieces with just anyone! Sarah consistently arrived on time,...

- Amanda C.

Anna Z.

5.0

Anna has been a huge help. She is always on time and willing to help any way she can.

- Elizabeth S.

Grace E.

5.0

Grace was punctual, friendly and very even keeled! She was great with my toddler. My daughter was surprisingly comfortable with Grace and didn't have her usual meltdown when I left :)

- Care member

Nicole C.

5.0

Nicole was a lifesaver with helping our family balance work and childcare during the pandemic! She is wonderful with children and very trustworthy. It is also worth noting that she is very experienced with food allergies and asthma. Our children quickly bonded with Nicole and called their summer...

- Elizabeth K.

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.

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