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Special needs caregivers in Berlin, MA

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Bonny D.


Berlin, MA

$20-25/hr • 6 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/hr • 2 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available For The Summer

5.0

(1)

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/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Kyleigh S.


Marlborough, MA

$37/hr • 4 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kyleigh is an amazing caregiver and is like family to us now! Kyleigh cared for our 3 girls (infant, 4 & 5 year old) full time for 9 months before she became a teacher. Kyleigh is punctual, a good communicator, fun and engaging with children while caring about...

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Renee C.


Marlborough, MA

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

4.3

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm 36 years old, living in Marlborough Ma. I jave a 19-month-old foster daughter. I am very motivated and treat all kiddos like my own! I'm seeking a full-time position at this time. or part time. (Depending on pay.) I have 15-17 years of professional experience in childcare of all ages, in school, and at home. I am CPR/first...
Renee can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

3.0
"When Renee was with our child she took excellent care of her. Had wonderful activities and games even though our child was not even one yet. However she struggled to come on time in the morning and often called out sick, as our nanny, this left is in a bind. Then...

Annika B.

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Aletha D.


Maynard, MA

$15-25/hr • 10 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:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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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Karen K.


Westborough, MA

$20-25/hr • 10 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/hr • 10 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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Claudia has been taking care of my 2-year-old daughter for about six months. She is a wonderful, caring, responsible, and energetic caregiver. She has been very flexible about my occasional late evenings at work, and has taken care of both my children when I needed...

Rachel R.

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Claudia P.


Marlborough, MA

$28/hr • 7 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/hr • 10 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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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: Transportation, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning
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Monique D.


Shrewsbury, MA

$20-50/hr • 10 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: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Madeline R.


Hudson, MA

$16-21/hr • 2 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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Elias B.


Westborough, MA

$30-50/hr • 3 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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Joelle S.


Maynard, MA

$17-25/hr • 10 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Katie S.


Maynard, MA

$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs

I am currently an assistant at a local Special Ed school for students moderate to severe intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. I also have in-home PCA experience. In my free-time I am completing my degree studying Communication Science and Disability Studies. I have experience with ages 5-22 with a variety of...
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Camila A.


Maynard, MA

$45/hr • 3 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.
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: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

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Karen B.


Shrewsbury, MA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hello! I'm Karen. I live in Shrewsbury, MA. (I have to wait to update.) I have my Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis. During the School year I work with a school district as a Paraprofessional and I am currently looking for something after school hours. I have experience working with individuals with Autism, cognitive...

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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

Renee C.

3.0

When Renee was with our child she took excellent care of her. Had wonderful activities and games even though our child was not even one yet. However she struggled to come on time in the morning and often called out sick, as our nanny, this left is in a bind. Then she quit without notice after 4...

- Annika B.

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.

Karen K.

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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