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Angela L.


Chelmsford, MA

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

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My name is Angela, I am 42 years old & have worked for over 20 years with the elderly as well as with special needs children. I worked at children's extended care center in Groton for 3 years, I was a teachers assistant for the flac students for 2 school terms & also worked in home care for special needs children several years....
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Melissa P.


Chelmsford, MA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

I specialize in the care of medically fragile children/young adults and adults with disabilities. I was a recreation & aquatics specialist for medically fragile children, prior to becoming an LPN. Skill set includes, but not limited to; - g/j tube feeding and medication administration. - ventilator care - tracheostomy...
I have worked with children who have both physical, special and mental needs. I am very compassionate and very patient.
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Sophia S.


Chelmsford, MA

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

I've spent the past six years or so helping families with reliable childcare options, and I'm excited to bring my experience to your family. My passion for child care began when I was a babysitter, where I realized the positive impact I could have on children's lives. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love to play games...
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Ceara M.


Chelmsford, MA

$25-27/hr5 yrs exp

Fun, Energetic Sitter/Nanny

I have worked of range of Age Groups and have experience with children with special needs. Love to be outdoors and playing games and sports
Ceara can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Michaela G.


Chelmsford, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hi friends! I'm Michaela and I love kids! I have been babysitting for years! I currently work with special needs kids at the high school level , throughout the school year. With that being said, I have experience with special needs children, I am CPR certified, I have a valid license, reliable transportation and I love dogs!!...
Michaela can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Dawnetta J.


Chelmsford, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Early Intervention Therapist And Educator

I have 25 years of experience with young children, especially infants and toddlers. Licensed Infant Massage Instructor and early intervention educator with experience with premature infants and children with special needs. Willing to assist with all aspects of caring for children including the fun tasks like reading, bathing,...
Dawnetta can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Rachele P.


Chelmsford, MA

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have been babysitting since I was 13 and been a certified preschool teacher for over 4 years. I am first aid, CPR, and aed trained and certified. I have experience working with children newborn through 12 years old. During the school year I am a specialized teacher that works with children with various degrees of special...
Rachele can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Cynthia G.


Chelmsford, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Private Aide Available

Experienced care giver with proven record of multiple levels of care. Including Alzheimer's, dementia, handicapped, special needs and mental health support. Seasoned in companionship care, walks, errands, doctor appointments etc. I'd describe my personality as energetic, loyal and loving. I like caring for seniors because it...
Cynthia can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Skylar P.


Chelmsford, MA

$27/hr8 yrs exp

Welcome To My Profile!

I'd describe my personality as caring, understanding and fun! I have about six years of experience in a professional school setting as a behavioral therapist and years of experience nannying families with children that have special needs and children that do not from infants to young adults. In my spare time, I like to listen...
Skylar can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Sierra N.


North Billerica, MA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Sierra! I am a special education teacher whom has a masters degree in early childhood and am also working on my severe disabilities degree! I currently work as a severe special needs teacher for a school that focuses primarily on kids with Autism. I absolutely love teaching and can't picture myself working in any other...
Sierra can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Sierra was a blessing for our family. She worked for us over the summer of 2017 for about two months, and was very professional and dependable. She was very punctual, and arrived to work early every single day. Wow! Sierra is a very good communicator -...

Henry E.

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Samantha C.


Tewksbury, MA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher (PreK-8)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dual Masters Degree - Lesley University Moderate Disabilities (Pre-K) & Elementary Ed. (1-6) 5+ Years Experience Experience working with students with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Etc. Experience with Preschool Ages Students as well as 2nd - 5th Grade.
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Monica D.


Tewksbury, MA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have been in the health care industry for for way over 28 years. I am very dependable, honest, caring, compassionate, and above all I have sensor of humor. Ref furnished on request.
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Rick P.


Wilmington, MA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Direct Support Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work in a Direct Support role for adults with disabilities and have experience as a Skills Trainer for adolescents and young adults with ASD and other developmental and intellectual disabilities through the DESE/DDS program. I also have Family Support case management experience in a DDS contracted Family Support Center.
5.0
"Rick has worked with my son many times. He is very dependable, and my son really enjoys his company! I hired Rick to take my son out into the community, and they have a great time together. I will definitely be hiring him again and again :)"

Tricia S.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Michael I am 21 years old, I am a pre-med student at Umass Amherst. In the summer of 2019, I did an internship with turning point to work with members of the disabled community. We had so Much fun together, and the people were so loving and caring, I love taking care of people and helping people, because that gives me...
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Sophie J.


Wilmington, MA

$35-37/hr5 yrs exp

I have experience as an ABA therapist and have been working with children who have autism as well as ADHD.
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Tori S.


Billerica, MA

$18-35/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Tori I have about 4 years of experience and am CPR certified. I believe a babysitter plays a really important role in a child's life which is why I try to be fun but also aid them in learning and life skills. I have experience with watching kids one on one, multiple siblings and also have experience with special...
Tori can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Tori did a great job watching my two daughters, 5 & 8. I will hire her again."

Kevin O.

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Sherry B.


Pelham, NH

$27-35/hr10 yrs exp

Sincere And Compassionate Care Services By Sherry

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Sherry. I live in Pelham, NH. I have been providing private in home care for the past 10 years. Please check out my reviews from past clients I come with excellent personal and professional references. I love what I do! Sincerely caring and very detailed in my work Empathetic, compassionate,...
Sherry can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Sherry is terrific! She goes above and beyond for her patients. She's caring and kind a pleasure to know. We were so lucky to have her help when we needed it!"

Kathy B.

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Jean V.


Concord, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Nurse Available Part Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I presently work in a home for developmentally delayed individuals. I have 30 years experience as a Licensed Nurse caring for all ages of medically fragile and special needs individuals. I really love my work and the people I care for and I am highly skilled, reliable and confident.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chelmsford, MA

Sierra N.

5.0

Sierra was a blessing for our family. She worked for us over the summer of 2017 for about two months, and was very professional and dependable. She was very punctual, and arrived to work early every single day. Wow! Sierra is a very good communicator - which is very important to us - and...

- Henry E.

Rick P.

5.0

Rick has worked with my son many times. He is very dependable, and my son really enjoys his company! I hired Rick to take my son out into the community, and they have a great time together. I will definitely be hiring him again and again :)

- Tricia S.

Tori S.

5.0

Tori did a great job watching my two daughters, 5 & 8. I will hire her again.

- Kevin O.

Sherry B.

5.0

She is caring and engaging in the clients she is with. I am a home OT and she was caring for a client I was seeing for OT services. She was open to training from OT and was able to assist the client in safely showering after training.

- Meri R.

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