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Special needs caregivers in Berlin, MA

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Bonny D.


Berlin, MA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

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I love taking care of all ages, I'm a big kid at heart. I've been involved with many families over the past 25 years doing what I love. My experience ranges from infants to young adults. I've gone to many homes, or transported to and from school. I'm professional and trustworthy, but mostly caring. I do take 2 vacations a year,...
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Kayla F.


Hudson, MA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available For The Summer

5.0

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I spent last summer working at an overnight camp for children with special needs, where I gained experience working with children from ages 6-18 with a wide range of diagnoses, abilities, and needs. At the camp, we were trained in behavior management techniques for working with children with special needs. Working on goal...
5.0
"Kayla F. and I worked together at a residential summer camp for children with emotional and behavioral problems and developmental disabilities. Kayla demonstrated the ability to interact with children of all ages while working with younger children at the day camp...

Cassandra G.

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Karen K.


Westborough, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care - Adults Of All Ages

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a reliable and compassionate person, and I am always aware of safety. I find working with adults/seniors to be rewarding and enjoyable. For more than 15 years, I was employed as an Occupational Therapist. I did not like paperwork and attending meetings, so I changed my career path to working directly with people....
Karen can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Kyleigh S.


Marlborough, MA

$37/hr4 yrs exp

I Will Care For Your Kiddos As If They Were My Family!

Hi! I'm Kyleigh and I'm 21! I am a certified daycare teacher in Marlborough! I have cared for many different family's ranging from newborn to 12 years old. Children with special needs and a set of twins! I have no problem helping with household tasks such as errands, cleaning, cooking, laundry, etc! I have my own transportation,...
Kyleigh can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kyleigh has a strong passion and understanding for kids and so great with them. Our 2 year old, who takes awhile to warm up to people, warmed up to her quickly and loves her! She is responsible and reliable as well! "

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Malayvanh S.


Lancaster, MA

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/Occasional Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm currently an ABA RBT at Keystone Collaborative Education in Leominster Ma I also do two nights for in home Aba Therapy. We teach daily independence along w/social & educational goals. I work one on one with certain students. During my babysitting/nanny jobs, I've helped prepare meals, potty train, naps, bathe, bed and...
Malayvanh can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Good with kids. Works with trouble kids at school. She's trained for kids with autism. Real positive and patient. "

Jenn C.

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Aletha D.


Maynard, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Early Childhood Educator Available For Various Babysitting Needs

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am an energetic, reliable, and passionate early-childhood educator with 25+ years paid experience in the field, and have 3 teenage children of my own. My favorite activities to do with children are exploring the outdoors, playing games (both indoor and out!), reading, cooking and crafts. I am able to assist with homework,...
Aletha can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Aletha is an amazing caregiver! I cannot say enough positive things about her. She has been working with our family for over a year and my son, now 4, adores her. She keeps up with his imagination and insatiable questioning and desire to learn. She always goes...

Branwen C.

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Kimberly F.


Shrewsbury, MA

$15-18/hr4 yrs exp

I am an experienced childcare provider with a strong background in caring for children of all ages. I've worked as a nanny for children ranging from 2 to 6 years old. I also, assisted in an infant/ toddler class in a daycare setting. I hold certifications in CPR, First Aid, and have completed courses in Infant to Toddler...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kimberly was the first nanny we've ever had. At first we were nervous, being first time parents and welcoming a nanny to our home. But Kimberly began her work and handled our routine with aplomb. She was always respectful of our methods of child raising and always...

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Karen K.


Westborough, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care: Adults Of All Ages

I truly enjoy working with individuals with special needs because I find it rewarding to get to know the whole person, their strengths, interests, habits, and areas of challenge. I am seeking a position that does not require me to provide physical assistance (heavy lifting, positioning, transfers...) For 13 years I worked as an...
5.0
"Karen is very compassionate and caring. She cared of my uncle and was a complete joy. We both looked forward to seeing her especially my uncle. She was very knowledgeable and precise. I would highly recommend her for your love ones. Thank you Peter."

Peter B.

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Claudia P.


Marlborough, MA

$28-43/hr10 yrs exp

I am a 55-year-old caring and responsible individual with a passion for working with children. I enjoy outdoor activities, reading, doing projects, and playing board games. Additionally, I have experience working with both special needs children and adults. I come with excellent references from the families I have worked with....
Claudia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Claudia is the one of the best care givers you can hope to have. She is dedicated to serving her clients and puts her heart into taking care of them. I can honestly say Claudia goes above and beyond in caring for my Mom and I knew I could count on her for anything....

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Claudia P.


Marlborough, MA

$28/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 55 years old , I am working with special need adult . Also I raised two son with ADD, ADHD and mood disorder problems. I have two granddaughters with Autism . I am very patience and caring. . Also I offer mobile hair services unisex for special needs or the whole family.
5.0
"Claudia is wonderful. She is a kind and compassionate person. She is patient, calm, and caring."

Karen D.

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

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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.

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: Live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
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Monique D.


Shrewsbury, MA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I have been working with (teaching) special needs students of varying levels for the past 17 years. I currently teach students with Autism and have been for the past 7 years. I have a master's degree in Special education, and I am CPR certified. I am available after school hours, vacations and weekends.
Monique can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Elias B.


Westborough, MA

$30-50/hr3 yrs exp

CNA

I have 3 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housekeeping, meal preparation, attend appointments with client, ambulation, dressing, medication. I have accounting, Project Managment and Finance backgrounds with 15years of experience at managerial level. I can manage all administrative...
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Madeline R.


Hudson, MA

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

I actively work in ABA, I am comfortable caring for special needs as I grew up around those with special needs!
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Joelle S.


Maynard, MA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hello! I am very passionate about children, and I am very excited about the prospect of caring for your children! I have been babysitting for literally as long as I can remember, and have had the privilege of nannying for multiple families throughout the years, ranging from children aged 3 months-teenagers. I also have...
Joelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Currently, I am a special educator at a private specialty day school at the New England Center for Children in Southborough, MA, where I teach students ages 6-12 years old primarily with autism as well as other pairing disabilities. Besides this work experience, I grew up having an older and younger sibling both diagnosed with...
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Camila A.


Maynard, MA

$45/hr3 yrs exp

My Care

Hi, I would like to take care of your child and your home. I am attentive, loving and helpful. I do my job with care and affection and I can also take care of cleaning your home. I look forward to hearing from you.
Hi, I'm Hadassa! I'm a caring and responsible nanny with a strong background in child development. As a toddler mom, I understand the importance of a safe, loving, and engaging environment. I have experience assisting special needs children in a school setting and supporting therapists. I studied early childhood education...
Hadassa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. I have an experience as a childcare provider and I hold a bachelors degree in child education. I also have experience with working with children with special needs. I currently am in Grad School to become a BCBA (board certified behavior...
Rosemary can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Berlin, MA

Kayla F.

5.0

Kayla F. and I worked together at a residential summer camp for children with emotional and behavioral problems and developmental disabilities. Kayla demonstrated the ability to interact with children of all ages while working with younger children at the day camp and teenagers at the residential...

- Cassandra G.

Kyleigh S.

5.0

Kyleigh has a strong passion and understanding for kids and so great with them. Our 2 year old, who takes awhile to warm up to people, warmed up to her quickly and loves her! She is responsible and reliable as well!

- Care member

Malayvanh S.

5.0

Malayvanh goes above and beyond and is very passionate and compassionate towards everyone especially with kids !

- Veronica R.

Aletha D.

5.0

Aletha is an amazing caregiver! I cannot say enough positive things about her. She has been working with our family for over a year and my son, now 4, adores her. She keeps up with his imagination and insatiable questioning and desire to learn. She always goes above and beyond what I would expect -...

- Branwen C.

Kimberly F.

5.0

Kim was my saving Grace! She was kind, warm, loving and treated my children like family. She was flexible and helpful in times I needed additional support. Her entire family was accepting and welcoming. My boys were happy to be with her and her family every day and hard to get out the door to come...

- Care member

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