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Nicole B.


Clinton, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello! My name in Nicole and I am 29 years old. I have 10+ years working with children, both neuro-typical and neuro-divergent. I tend to use a gentle approach with children, with time-outs, and emphasis on emotional expression, but am always open to using whatever style fits best for your family (baby wearing, independent...
I have a high school diploma, am God fearing, loving, caring, flexible, clean I'd describe my personality as loving, clean, flexible I like caring for people with special needs because I have been looking after my little brother with special needs I'm looking for a job that for a job that I love doing and is caregiving I...
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Mackenzie M.


Clinton, MA

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hey! I'm Mackenzie! I have over over 10 years experience in caring for children and teens including those with diverse needs and care plans! I strive to create an inclusive environment in which all children feel valued and supported, providing personalized care.
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Meredith C.


Clinton, MA

$28-35/hr1 yrs exp

Neurodivergent Friendly

I worked previously as an RBT and currently work in a preschool with spacial needs/ ASD kiddos. I strive to be compassionate, nurturing, and supportive in their development needs.
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Jen G.


Leominster, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

10 years experience caring for children of all ages. From newborn to preteen, special needs experience as well. Comfortable with up to 3 children at a time, pets, housekeeping, transport needs. CPR/ first aid certified. I look forward to hearing from you!
Jen can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jen is wonderful. I will totally have her watch my 4 month old twins when I finally decide to go back to work. Unfortunately, I decided to stay home a little longer. She expresses complete knowledge of children all ages, supplies references if needed, and takes the...

Christian D.

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Marcia D.


Leominster, MA

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

I have more than 12 years of experience. I homeschooled my three sons through high school until they started college. After that, I worked with a very special boy for almost 2 years that was when I discovered my passion for special needs kids. I have good references and I'm vaccinated.
5.0
"Marsha was great with our 1yo, very loving and took her on trips outside of the house to visit the library, playgrounds, etc. I would not hesitate to hire her again!"

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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, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Took care of my 2 kids, amazing, friendly, sweet, and compassionate. Still friends to this day. All her kids are sweethearts and help out as well with the kids. Terrific family and caretaker. "

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Kayla F.


Hudson, MA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available For The Summer

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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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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & 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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Madi T.


Jefferson, MA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Madison and I am a college student, currently studying elementary education. I have a passion for working with children and have worked with kids of all ages, including special needs students. I have 5 years of paid experience, but many more years of unpaid experience. I am hard working, reliable and always...
Madi can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"She's the best!! She worked so well with my 3 year old son. So sad she had to leave."

Angelyk R.

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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, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Malayvanh goes above and beyond and is very passionate and compassionate towards everyone especially with kids ! "

Veronica R.

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Kiley G.


Leominster, MA

$17-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider - ASD, DS, Non-Verbal Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I find care for those with special needs to be incredibly fulfilling. I volunteered at a therapeutic riding center on and off for many years. That experience gave me opportunities to work with a variety of special needs individuals from all age groups. My special needs care began with care for my 50-year-old great aunt with DS....
5.0
"Kiley is compassionate, responsible, knowledgeable and reliable. She is hard-working and is an excellent caregiver."

Jillian A.

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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: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & 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.

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Charissa P.


Hudson, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Enthusiastic, Outgoing Caring

1.0

(1)

I have 10+ plus years of experience in healthcare. I've worked with elderly and special needs and currently assist in the care of my mother in law with dementia. My passion is providing care, quality and compassion to the individual I'm working with and their families.
Charissa can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Breana Z.


Marlborough, MA

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter/caregiver

Hello! My names Levi, I've worked with kids for over 3 years professionally and have had many years experience helping out with my niece, nephews and younger cousins. I've worked with mainly special needs kids or kids with behavioral /mental health issues as well in past jobs.
Breana can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lauren C.


Hudson, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Creative And Fun Preschool Teacher With Special Needs Experience!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lauren and I am 31 years old and a preschool teacher in Harvard, MA. I have been working with children of all ages for 15 years now, in both home childcare and educational settings. I graduated from Fitchburg State University with a degree in Early Childhood Education and have just completed my masters in...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Erin D.


Leominster, MA

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Super Energetic And Ready To Help And Have A Ton Of Fun!

Hello! I am a very energetic and excited individual. I am 20 years old, and have a lot of experience working with children. I have been babysitting for over 7 years and have worked at multiple summer camps with children ranging in the ages of 6-17. Also I am active Adult Leader in the Scouts, BSA Program. I am currently a...
Erin can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kiley G.


Leominster, MA

$17-40/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Childcare - Special Needs, Early Childhood, & Teaching Experience

Providing care has always been part of my personal and professional life. I am an empathetic and attentive care giver. I have experience with all ages from newborns to senior citizens. Throughout my time in high school and college I also volunteered at a therapeutic horse riding center for children and adults with mental and...
Kiley can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Nilsa H.


Leominster, MA

$15-20/hr

Part Time Care Giver Available Bi-Lingual

I've worked in the field of Human Services for many years. I have experience with working with Case Management as well as working in residential programs working with a variety of medical and behavior needs. I recently work as a wheel chair driver and monitor. I am CPR/First aid certified as well as wheel chair certified.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Clinton, MA

Jen G.

5.0

Jen is wonderful. I will totally have her watch my 4 month old twins when I finally decide to go back to work. Unfortunately, I decided to stay home a little longer. She expresses complete knowledge of children all ages, supplies references if needed, and takes the time to get to know your kids. I'm...

- Christian D.

Marcia D.

5.0

Marsha was great with our 1yo, very loving and took her on trips outside of the house to visit the library, playgrounds, etc. I would not hesitate to hire her again!

- Care member

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

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

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