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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!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kate! I have experience in nannying and babysitting including spending a year working full time as the nanny to a newborn. I am currently seeking part time hours. My schedule is flexible. I have over 10 years of experience in caregiving, including five years with children and four years working with individuals and...
Katherine can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kate is such a wonderful caregiver to our son. She's very knowledgeable about child development and skilled in working with him (he is 9 months). He took to her immediately and they formed a bond right away. Our son had a pretty scary moment after just a few weeks...
Crystal R.
I am dedicated to offering compassionate and attentive care to the elderly/special needs population. I believe in enhancing their quality of life through personalized support, whether it be through daily assistance, engaging activities, or simply offering a listening ear. With a background in Psychology and Direct Support...
Eddie can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Hello! My name is Miranda, and I am a dedicated, loving, and experienced nanny. I am a proud mother of three children ages 13, 11, and 5 m. two of whom have diabetes, so I have hands-on experience managing special medical needs and providing a safe, supportive environment for children with unique health considerations.
In...
Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Nicole D.
Hubbardston, MA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
30 years experience caring for all age groups. HHA certified, dementia and hospice. Hoyer lifts, transfers, trach care, catheter care, bathing. Compassionate and patient.
Daniela F.
Rutland, MA
$26/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've dedicated myself to working with children who have neurodevelopmental disorders and special needs. Throughout this experience, I've honed my skills in providing specialized care and support tailored to each child's unique requirements. Whether it's creating individualized learning plans, implementing behavioral...
Rachel C.
Belchertown, MA
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Certified, Creative, Intuitive, Nurturing Experienced Care Provider
5.0
(4)
Hi! I am a fully vaccinated, certified Personal Care Assistant. I have been a care provider for 5 years, with experience in wound care, Alzheimers/Dementia, med management, mobility assistance, toileting, bathing, cooking, gardening, light cleaning, and organizing/clutter clearing.
I have also been a live-in House Manager at a...
5.0
"I was so lucky to have found Rachel. She was sensitive, supportive, reliable and quickly recognized my needs. Rachel provided a calm presence when I was feeling overwhelmed. She is patient, warm, intuitive, empathetic and loving. Rachel has become a very dear...
Cathy R.
Madi T.
Jefferson, MA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Madison and I am a college student, currently studying elementary education. I have a passion for working with children and have worked with kids of all ages, including special needs students. I have 5 years of paid experience, but many more years of unpaid experience. I am hard working, reliable and always...
Madi can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"She's the best!! She worked so well with my 3 year old son. So sad she had to leave."
Angelyk R.
5.0
(1)
10 years experience caring for children of all ages. From newborn to preteen, special needs experience as well. Comfortable with up to 3 children at a time, pets, housekeeping, transport needs. CPR/ first aid certified. I look forward to hearing from you!
Jen can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jen is wonderful. I will totally have her watch my 4 month old twins when I finally decide to go back to work. Unfortunately, I decided to stay home a little longer. She expresses complete knowledge of children all ages, supplies references if needed, and takes the...
Christian D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have a B. A in preschool through 3rd grade.
I was a preschool and special needs teacher for several years. I worked as a Development Specialist for Early Intervention working w children 6 months to 3 years old. I've been in childcare for the past 20 years. I find working with children a fun and rewarding experience. When I...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
The love of my life is autistic ( there is not a lot more to say) .. autistic it's not easy and challenge me everyday but make me a better human more empathetic with other make me able to care others ( no matters who) with love and patience
5.0
"May 2023:
Joselin was a very responsive provider for our young adult son and jumped right into helping him, accommodating his schedule/meeting him when he requested, once they had met.
She is kind and compassionate and had an understanding of his autism,...
Paula E.
Kiley G.
Leominster, MA
$17-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Needs Care Provider - ASD, DS, Non-Verbal Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I find care for those with special needs to be incredibly fulfilling. I volunteered at a therapeutic riding center on and off for many years. That experience gave me opportunities to work with a variety of special needs individuals from all age groups. My special needs care began with care for my 50-year-old great aunt with DS....
5.0
"Kiley is compassionate, responsible, knowledgeable and reliable. She is hard-working and is an excellent caregiver."
Jillian A.
4.9
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My experience as a nanny has been just over 10 years. I began watching my first child in my early teens during my summer vacations and continued to watch my neighbor's children, and friends of the family's children. I have also connected with many great family's through Care. com.
I am very comfortable with all age groups of...
Sierra can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sierra has been working with us for a few months now. We really love working with her. She is positive, energetic, and wonderful with our young toddler son. She makes him giggle constantly, and takes great care of him, doing the bedtime routine often. She also...
Jennie G.
Jenny P.
Worcester, MA
$16-21/hr
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My 2 oldest children have Tourette's. I have 2 good friends that are different degrees of autism that I reacted with often before COVID. I I would bring bowling or mini golfing and dance with . The other loved dancing and coloring but has little communication skills.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for 20 years. Before that, I worked at a before and after-school program at an elementary school, and also at a daycare in the infant toddler room. I've worked with ages 3 months -17 years old. I have plenty of experience working with children. I've worked with special needs with early intervention, speech...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Vanessa is amazing! She is a caring, dependable, and trustworthy. Her love for children is apparent in her care of my three children and she communicates well us about all the details of their care. She also helps keep the house looking clean and somehow finds time...
Jessica G.
Nahed S.
Fitchburg, MA
$18-23/hr
I worked with the kids for more then 8 years as a preschool teacher assistant with the special needs kids, and as babysitter too , start from 2 months until 6 years old , always my pleasure to work with them.
Mary S.
Worcester, MA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
SLP Grad Student That Loves Working With Kids, Accommodating Special Needs, & Early Com. Development
I am currently in graduate school to become a speech language pathologist. I have more than 12 years of experience working with kids with autism, special needs, and/or significant behavioral needs. I am interested in early child development & communication and I specifically want to work with infants and/or toddlers developing...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
My background in professional childcare is primarily with kids on the spectrum ages 3-11. Listening deeply and giving careful attention.
I lived for a year on a horsefarm learning the ways of equine therapy and remain inspired by the kindness and encouragement of parents with special needs children.
I respect the necessity of...
Anthony can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for children since I was a young teenager. I recently graduated from Keene State College with an elementary education degree (certified kindergarten through 6th grade). I have great experience working with children, teaching/tutoring them, and have been working with special needs children at a local school here in...
Emeria can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Barre, MA
Katherine B.
5.0
Kate is such a wonderful caregiver to our son. She's very knowledgeable about child development and skilled in working with him (he is 9 months). He took to her immediately and they formed a bond right away. Our son had a pretty scary moment after just a few weeks of having Kate on, she handled it...
- Crystal R.
Rachel C.
5.0
Rachel is incredibly patient, kind, and conscientious. In addition to knowing her for 20 years, I hired her a year ago to help with my 16-year-old son who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. She is wonderful with him and very caring - he really looks forward to their time together.
We also both...
- Tonya D.
Madi T.
5.0
She's the best!! She worked so well with my 3 year old son. So sad she had to leave.
- Angelyk R.
Jen G.
5.0
Jen is wonderful. I will totally have her watch my 4 month old twins when I finally decide to go back to work. Unfortunately, I decided to stay home a little longer. She expresses complete knowledge of children all ages, supplies references if needed, and takes the time to get to know your kids. I'm...
- Christian D.
Joselin N.
5.0
May 2023:
Joselin was a very responsive provider for our young adult son and jumped right into helping him, accommodating his schedule/meeting him when he requested, once they had met.
She is kind and compassionate and had an understanding of his autism, which no doubt comes from having her...
- Paula E.
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