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Amanda C.


South Weymouth, MA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Amanda, MS, OTR/L

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name's Amanda. I'm 26 years old and I have a masters degree in occupational therapy from the University of New England and a bachelors degree in physical education from Bridgewater State University. I've worked with children, and children with special needs, for the past several years. My past nannying roles include a...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Amanda is the best! We adored her and our daughter did too. She was creative, dependable, loving, and patient. She took amazing care of our 2 year old and helped with housework. She is such a gem, I am just so sad she moved away from Maine. HIRE HER!"

Tanne G.

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Brianna H.


Quincy, MA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Brianna, I'm 26 years old, and I love what I do! I have now been a full time nanny for 8 years! I love outdoor activities, baking, music, singing, dancing, reading and arts and crafts. I have experience with, and love working with kids of all ages and have experience with kids who have special needs. I love all...
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Brianna has been with our family for almost a year and I can't say enough good about her. She's always on time, stays late with a smile when my day got out of hand, loves my daughter like her own little sister. Brianna was constantly in touch with me throughout the...

Jenae D.

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Anna Z.


Dorchester Center, MA

$17-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! As a sitter, your child's safety and joy are my top priorities. I want to develop relationships with your kids. I want to see them laugh, smile and have fun. It would be such a privilege to be able to share these moments with your children. I have experience babysitting step siblings and family friends, being a live-in...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Anna has been a huge help. She is always on time and willing to help any way she can."

Elizabeth S.

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Jacirah F.


Dorchester, MA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver/Tutor Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always had a passion for working with children, I have over 6 years experience in childcare including working in daycare centers, teaching preschool, and being a full time nanny. I worked as an assistant teacher for over 3 years, earning my CPR and First Aid certifications through them. Working as a floater in daycares made...
Jacirah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jacirah is very nice and friendly. My child was immediately comfortable with her and I felt at ease, I would definitely be using her as a consistent babysitter going forward."

Nicole C.

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Marlene G.


Roslindale, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Attentive and responsible 34-year-old part time babysitter with over 12 years of paid experience. Prioritizes reading and educational activities such as arts and crafts. Enjoys cooking and outdoor activities. Fluent in Spanish and English. Keeps busy during nap times with some light house keeping. Adult, child and infant CPR...
Marlene can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Marlene is so wonderful with our four month old! She babysits for us on occasional weekend nights so my husband and I can get out together! Our baby loves her so much, she is super sweet and extremely attentive! "

Alexandra M.

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Amanda C.


South Weymouth, MA

$15-30/hr

Amanda C. OTR/L

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name's Amanda. I'm 25 years old and have a masters degree in occupational therapy from the University of New England. I've worked with children, and children with special needs, for the past several years. My most recent nannying was for a sweet 2-year-old girl while I was in graduate school. Before that I completed a...
My name is Ben and I am experienced working with teens and young adults with special needs at Perkins School for the Blind
Benjamin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ashley G.


Dedham, MA

$23-30/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Outgoing Sitter

Responsible and fun babysitter with years of experience with kids of all ages. I also work with special needs children during the day. I attended UNH and have a degree in psychology.
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Siobhan F.


Medfield, MA

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have over a decade of experience and comfort caring for children of all ages. As a licensed foster parent through DCF, I am also regularly background checked and receive trainings on healthy communication, trauma informed practices, and child development. I am comfortable caring for sibling sets and special needs children,...
Siobhan can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Susan B.


West Roxbury, MA

$28-45/hr19 yrs exp

I am a full time teacher looking for summer work with special needs child/adult. I am a Special Education Teacher licensed in Severe Disabilities, all levels.
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Tonya R.


Dorchester, MA

$28-38/hr3 yrs exp

Just A Little About Me

I am an experienced care provider for children. I am a mother myself of kids ages 6 to 18. I also have a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education. I also have experience in working with special needs children as well. I am dependable and understanding to the busy schedules of parents.
I have seven years of experience working with children. From interning at my dance studio all throughout high school, to babysitting and working with children who have special needs.
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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Robin E.


Brockton, MA

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Childcare Pro! Know CPR, Worked W/special Needs Children, Some Childcare Classes, ETC! 9 Of My Own!

I like working with kids because I always loved them and love getting to know their personalities. I have 9 kids and plan on opening a daycare. I'm looking for a job that is steady. I started working with kids very young. Started babysitting at 17 years old with a set of twin boys before that I babysat family. I know am a...
Robin can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Katie M.


Walpole, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I teach 7th grade Math during the school year and I am looking for a full-time nannying position for the summer. Some of my experience includes working at a summer camp, coaching high school soccer and track and field for many years, babysitting, tutoring elementary and middle school students, and teaching students with...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Castalia E.


Brockton, MA

$32-35/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have been here for 15 years. I have experience working with children in daycares. I also have experience working with children with special needs.
Castalia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Gabriela L.


Needham, MA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

College Student Seek Summer Position

I'd describe my personality as kind, artistic, funny I like working with kids because I enjoy being silly with them and their energy levels. I started working with kids when 2017 In my spare time, I like to art, sports, play with my dogs, and baking. One thing you should know about me is I just finished my freshman year at...
Gabriela can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Julia F.


Medfield, MA

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a recent college graduate looking for occasional babysitting jobs as I complete my masters degree. I have worked in many different child care settings including babysitting, nannying, a camp counselor, and am certified infant, toddler, and preschool teacher. I also have extensive experience with children with special...
Julia can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Marla B.


Dorchester Center, MA

$30/hr20 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/Mother-helper

I have dedicated over 30 years to nurturing and educating young children, and I truly love being a sitter because it allows me to make a positive impact on their early development. Watching children grow, learn, and achieve milestones brings me immense joy and fulfillment. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating...
Marla can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

I have babysat for many years and in nursing field for four years now! I have a lot of experience with special needs and would love to gain more.
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Rachel B.


East Walpole, MA

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny/ Baby Sitter!

I am a psychology graduate student looking to become a part-time babysitter! I have experience working with children of all ages, especially children with special needs. I am also CPR certified and speak both Spanish and Portuguese. I can also help with transportation and school work/tutoring!
Rachel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Canton, MA

Amanda C.

5.0

Amanda is the best! We adored her and our daughter did too. She was creative, dependable, loving, and patient. She took amazing care of our 2 year old and helped with housework. She is such a gem, I am just so sad she moved away from Maine. HIRE HER!

- Tanne G.

Brianna H.

5.0

Brianna has been with our family for almost a year and I can't say enough good about her. She's always on time, stays late with a smile when my day got out of hand, loves my daughter like her own little sister. Brianna was constantly in touch with me throughout the day with photos, text updates,...

- Jenae D.

Anna Z.

5.0

Anna has been a huge help. She is always on time and willing to help any way she can.

- Elizabeth S.

Jacirah F.

5.0

Jacirah is very nice and friendly. My child was immediately comfortable with her and I felt at ease, I would definitely be using her as a consistent babysitter going forward.

- Nicole C.

Marlene G.

5.0

Although we have only been working with her a short time, Marlene has been great so far. She's very warm and patient with our two children aged 3.5 yrs and 18 mos. She's communicative, punctual, and easy to work with. We'd have no problem recommending her.

- Ryan H.

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