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Jennifer D.


Raynham, MA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

BCBA/special Education Teacher

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I am a licensed special education teacher and board certified behavior analyst, with over 15 years experience in education. For the past two years I have worked as a special education liaison for kindergarten and first grade students, but I also have experience working with infants, and older children. I am comfortable working...
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Felisha A.


Fall River, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Your Down To Earth Big Heart, Fun-Loving Nanny

5.0

(5)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have Established amazing relationships with the children I have cared for. I have done so by caring for them how I would my own children. I can assure you I will always maintain a healthy and safe environment. I Enjoy being around children, and helping them learn and grow. I have cared for multiple children at once. I also...
Felisha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was amazing with my children. They love her. Very reliable and dependable. My children were well taken care of. "

Talithia S.

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Benjamin M.


Lakeville, MA

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hello!

Hello! My name is Ben, and I have six years of experience working with children of all ages and ability levels. I started out by running an after-school program through the YMCA and fell in love with working with children. I have since worked in special education for the past four years and have the opportunity to work with some...
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Felisha A.


Fall River, MA

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Caretaker Who Truly Cares

I have a few years paid experience and multiple years of personal expirience. I have cared for children with autism, ODD, and developmental delays. As well as caring from my grandfather who had dementia, cognitive delays, and behavioral issues. I have experience with my grandmother who has MS, mental illness, Alzheimer's, and an...

Rachel H.


Fall River, MA

$22-27/hr10 yrs exp

I have experience with the elderly, disabled and special needs. I've cared for various individuals with cerebral palsy, alzhemiers disease and quadriplegia. More recently I've spent time engaging with residents in recreation at a long term care facility. I'm looking got care jobs that fit my routine and may allow my child to be...

Susan P.


Taunton, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have been in this field since I graduated from college in 1983. I love working in this field because I find it so rewarding. It's amazing how I feel at the end of the day. They give me strength and make me happy.

Susan P.


Taunton, MA

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

I have been a para professional for over 30 years with children and teenagers with special needs. I believe in positive reinforcement and consistency. Routines are son important in caring for children
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

SHALOM J.


Swansea, MA

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

Intelligent, quick learner and explain current product information quickly. Remained calm, assertive and mindful to think critically and solve problem during stressful situations. Provided high level of customer service to each person by engaging customer and using active listening and effective interpersonal skills. Worked...
SHALOM can also help with: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Hi! I currently am a Direct Support Professional for autistic individuals in a group home. I am CPR/aed , and first aid certified. I am more than willing to work around schedules and provide any sort of care that an individual needs.
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Lynda R.


Plainville, MA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced senior caregiver with dementia care and mobility issues experience. I understand the special needs of the elderly and have great compassion for them and endless patience. I was a Certified Medical Assistant for many years so my background is helpful with elders needs. I also can offer laundry services, meal...
Lynda can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Lynda is an amazing caregiver. She provided wonderful care to my family member in her remaining few months. She went above and beyond for our family. We could not have gotten thru the passing of our family member without her."

Laura B.

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Makayla M.


New Bedford, MA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Makayla, I have worked with children for 4 years now. I love being outside and staying active. I'm dependable, always on time, flexible schedule, and good at multitasking. CPR and first aid certified for infants. I have my own vehicle. Non-smoker. I have experience with special needs. I also have a RBT (registered...
Makayla can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I cannot say enough good things about Makayla. She was great with my three kids. My son D (7) has Down syndrome and she was so good to him! So patient and caring! She was amazing with my other two kids, my daughter E (5) and my youngest son L (1). I highly...

Jessica L.

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Teresa N.


North Attleboro, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I have Over 20 years of nanny experience and excellent references. Over the years, I've worked for several families long term, including multiples (triplets) and special needs ( CP.) I have many years of experience with infant and toddler care as well. If you are looking for a trustworthy professional who puts your...
Teresa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Teresa was an amazing nanny to our special needs son for 3 years. She is kind, calm, compassionate, and in tuned to children. She has a lot of experience and used that to help our son get through some tough times. I would definitely recommend Teresa to anyone!"

Sarah C.

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Sheila R.


New Bedford, MA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked as a nanny for a child with down syndrome for overall year. I'm currently working with a child that has autism. I love and enjoy working with children with disabilities. Also, I have worked in a residential home with MR patients.
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Olivia M.


Bristol, RI

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Anytime :)

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

My name is Olivia and I am 25 years old. I am very mature and responsible for my age. I have a twin brother with special needs and a younger sister. I have watched kids for 10 years now. I play soccer and was in special needs basketball. I graduated Pre-Med. I am currently applying to medical schoolto become a pediatric surgeon....
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Olivia was fantastic. Responsive, available and kids loved her. She was always playing a game with them instead of doing screen time which we appreciated. I highly recommend her!"

Meredith G.

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Temuchin B.


Kingston, MA

$28/hr20 yrs exp

Daycare Educator for Over 12 Years Looking for Full-Time Nanny Opportunity

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been a childcare provider for two decades, and I have a deep passion for nurturing children's growth and development. I'm patient and creative, and I communicate regularly with parents about their children's days. I also follow their lead when it comes to household rules. I enjoy playing outdoor sports and physical games...
Temuchin can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I worked with Temuchin for many years in the infant/toddler classroom. She was the lead teacher. She was amazing at getting infants on a sleeping schedule. She did great lesson plans on sensory, language,fine and large motor. The kids loved her. She was dependable...

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Geralyn B.


New Bedford, MA

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I had a daughter with numerous congenital diagnoses, including severe special needs & global developmental delays. I'm an advocate for special needs children and seniors, as well as tutor in several subjects. My experience includes working with two brothers for over five years, since infancy. Among their diagnoses were autism,...
5.0
"Geralyn is a gem...soothing, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. I cannot recommend her more! I don't worry about her in my home, helping me, or handling my personal information. Geralyn "babysits" me with my "special needs" while I wait for major surgery and then...

Pamela M.

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Elizabeth A.


Sharon, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Firm, Loving, Caring, Fun And Creative, Honest, Four Star General, Committed Professional Nanny

3.4

(5)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am the youngest of 11 children. Single mom of three for 20 years all in College now. I have 32 nieces and nephews. I have cared for all ages and personalities newborns-Teens & special needs. I have been a nanny for 30 years . It makes me proud knowing I helped to create in them developmental growth, academic strength ,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I recently had the privilege of talking to Elizabeth on the phone. She was exceptional! Very professional and super nice. In the end we did not need a sitter but I hope that we may be able to utilize her in the future!"

Stephanie R.

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Timmy-jae M.


North Attleboro, MA

$20-22/hr7 yrs exp

Loving Nanny And Helping Hand

I am a 28-year-old South African nanny living in North Attleboro, MA. I'm open, warm, loving, honest, and kind. I'm a career nanny with a genuine love for my profession. 10+ years overall experience. I'm also a mom, so I understand the need for quality childcare. My sons are 2. 5 years and 7 months old. I have education in early...
Timmy-jae can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"My husband and I interviewed Timmy to care full-time for our 11-week old son. We had fully planned to hire her but our circumstances changed abruptly. However, we have only great things to say about our short time working with her. She was professional, honest and...

Katie J.

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Liana B.


North Attleboro, MA

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Professional Nanny Newborn Specialist Child Caregiver

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

I am a vary experienced professional career nanny, very full-time, part-time also date-night occasionally as needed. I have been a nanny for over 30 years I specialize in caring for newborns/infants/premature children, multiple infants. New mothers, toddlers, young grade school age children and special needs infants, toddlers...
Liana can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Lia has been with our family for 6 months and is a fantastic caregiver to our 9-month-old son. We are first-time parents and Lia’s extensive knowledge of childcare and years of experience, plus her focus of working with first-time moms, put us at ease when it was...

Laura M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Berkley, MA

Felisha A.

5.0

She stepped in when Covid first started for me and my kids. I still had to work and I didn't have anyone to stay home with my girls. She was always there when I needed her, and always on time. If I was still working I would still have her watching the kiddos. She's the best

- Victoria S.

Lynda R.

5.0

Lynda is an amazing caregiver. She provided wonderful care to my family member in her remaining few months. She went above and beyond for our family. We could not have gotten thru the passing of our family member without her.

- Laura B.

Makayla M.

5.0

Makayla is great with kids, always on time and very responsible. Every time I leave my kids with Makayla I know they're in good hands. My kids love her and are always excited to hear when she is coming over to babysit. Would definitely recommend hiring her!

- Jake N.

Teresa N.

5.0

Teresa was an amazing nanny to our special needs son for 3 years. She is kind, calm, compassionate, and in tuned to children. She has a lot of experience and used that to help our son get through some tough times. I would definitely recommend Teresa to anyone!

- Sarah C.

Olivia M.

5.0

Olivia watched my daughter all summer, and was an amazing help to our family! My daughter looked forward to spending the day with Olivia, they always did something fun! Olivia is dependable, timely, kind, and patient. We will definitely be working with her again in the future!

- Alexandra H.

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