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Crystal T.


Tyngsboro, MA

$27/hr4 yrs exp

Crystal!

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Hi! I am a teacher/therapist that works with kids with special needs. I have worked 1:1 with kids from the ages of 5-17 for 3. 5 years now. I am an older sister to 4 boys and 2 girls. I come from a big family which ultimately led me to love children. I am very patient, energetic, and reliable person. I am good at helping kids...
Crystal can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
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Duncan S.


Townsend, MA

$30-45/hr5 yrs exp

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services for the house hold Experienced and reliable Caregiver with over five years of experience caring for clients and their families. Adept in providing optimal care and Bringing forth a proven track record of satisfied clients, willing to recommend my services...
Hello, my name is Elizabeth and I am a kind, gentle, and caring person. I'm working on going back to school to become a Nurse Midwife, and would love to assist in any daily tasks you may need. I'm 27 years old and am a very hard worker who is passionate about serving others. I have also worked and served children and families...
Elizabeth can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
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Whitney E.


Groton, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience With Special Needs

Hello ! My name is Whitney and I am looking for a summer 2023 job from June-August. I am a soon to be graduate of Assumption University and am currently pursuing a career in speech and language pathology. I have always loved helping others and enjoy doing fun and playful activities with them. I have experience helping people of...
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
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Rachael M.


Lancaster, MA

$28-35/hr7 yrs exp

A hands-on nanny who values outdoor playtime over screen time, predictability and stability, and making every opportunity a chance to learn something new. My nanny experience has involved caring for 3 siblings, ages newborn to 9 years old over the past 7 years. Some highlights/special skills include adapting to remote learning...
Rachael can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Valerie N.


Townsend, MA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

I live in Townsend with my husband and 3 kids (1 high schooler, 2 college students). I have been working as a nanny since 2016. Prior to that I cared for the elderly as a CNA. I recently completed my degree in the field of occupational therapy. I have experience with all ages of children and special needs. Current on Flu/Covid...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Emily J.


Acton, MA

$25-40/hr5 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...

Megan G.


Littleton, MA

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate and dedicated childcare professional with over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I hold a degree in Elementary Education and have specialized training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). This fall, I will be starting my master's program to further enhance my skills. I have extensive experience...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Leslie J.


Acton, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

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...

Olivia K.


Westford, MA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs, ASL, NG &G Tubes, Autism Full Spectrum, Etc.

I have nannied for two families with children with moderate special needs. They have been the best childcare jobs I have ever had and inspired me to go onto graduate school after I finish my early childhood degree for a master's in speech therapy.
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Sarah A.


Weston, MA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello families! I have an extensive background working with young children, and I am an Elementary 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 riding...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, 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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Tori S.


Billerica, MA

$18-35/hr4 yrs exp

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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Tori did a great job watching my two daughters, 5 & 8. I will hire her again."

Kevin O.

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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: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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Alexandra M.


Hollis, NH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Granny-Nanny - Experienced Childcare Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

For the past 25+ years I have been a certified Foster/Adoptive parent for children with special needs - ranging from mental retardation, cerebral palsy, AIDS, as well as fostering newborn drug addicted, premature, etc. Caring for children is my reason for being. I have adopted the last 7 foster-kids and they are now young...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Allie has been the most amazing caregiver for our son (and dog - they both love her). She not only does a great job caring for him, she also invests time every day in helping him learn new skills as he grows. She is so conscientious, caring and reliable. She has...

Aimee L.

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Cassandra R.


Marlborough, MA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Cassandra. I attended college with a focus in child psychology. My 26 years of experience with children include FT nanny, PT live in, before/after school caregiver, and 7 yrs as a FT OCCS certified lead infant/preschool teacher. I have experience with special needs w/very basic ASL. As a mother of 4, my oldest...
Cassandra can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Cassandra has been with my two boys for almost 2 years (now 10 and 8) and has always done a great job. I would highly recommend her as a caretaker. She was constantly on the go driving them to their practices and events. She would play games with them as well as...

Carrie P.

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Katie E.


Greenville, NH

$30/hr10 yrs exp

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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Katie is reliable, responsible, intuitive, creative, sunny, experienced, and attentive. She is level headed and efficient. From infants to pets to older adults, she is always capable and kind."

Betsy E.

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Antonietta F.


Pelham, NH

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With 35 Years Of Experience

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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Sylvia B.


Waltham, MA

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

For the past 4 years have been teaching children at my residential school helping them with dressing , feeding , toileting and out side kid games. Am also a mother of two children. I have the experience working with children.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ayer, 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.

Tori S.

5.0

Tori did a great job watching my two daughters, 5 & 8. I will hire her again.

- Kevin O.

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.

Alexandra M.

5.0

Allie has been the most amazing caregiver for our son (and dog - they both love her). She not only does a great job caring for him, she also invests time every day in helping him learn new skills as he grows. She is so conscientious, caring and reliable. She has consistently gone above and beyond...

- Aimee L.

Cassandra R.

5.0

Cassandra has been with my two boys for almost 2 years (now 10 and 8) and has always done a great job. I would highly recommend her as a caretaker. She was constantly on the go driving them to their practices and events. She would play games with them as well as allow them to have the freedom to...

- Carrie P.

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