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Monica C.


Colrain, MA

$18-30/hr1 yrs exp

Outdoorsy Creative Sitter!

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I have 4 years of experience in childcare, ranging from newborn until 10 years old. I have two kiddos that will be accompanying me. They are 4m and 2y old. I also have extensive experience with children and adults with special needs. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I believe in outdoor play and...
Monica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Morgan W.


Whitingham, VT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

In Home Child Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a caring, creative, and fun educator and mom. I have loved working at the local elementary school, middle school, and high school as a substitute teacher for 6 years, and after school program leader for 10 years. I completed and internship in the kindergarten classroom when I was in high school and loved every minute of it....
Morgan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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Benjamin K.


Greenfield, MA

$22-50/hr10 yrs exp

Benny

I am an artist, childcare provider, and camp counselor with 10 years of experience teaching and working with children of all ages. I'm currently looking for full time opportunities. My favorite thing about working with kids is being able to help them explore and learn and creatively express themselves. As a babysitter I pride...
Benjamin can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Amanda K.


Greenfield, MA

$15-20/hr

Creative, Compassionate Caregiver

I have several years of experience working as a caregiver with a wide variety of populations. I have a fun, patient and creative approach with children and I believe in allowing children to navigate their own learning experiences in the world. I have worked with special needs populations, children and pets for years. I am...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Nina H.


Brattleboro, VT

$23/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Nina I have over 10 years of experience working with kids. This includes but is not limited to experience working as an ECT. I was able to obtain various training from my experience: Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome Use of Safe Sleep Practices FEMA First Aid I have spent most of my time working with ages 5...
Nina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Nina nannied for us for 8 months and was fantastic with our son. She's warm and engaging and we always felt like he was in great hands!"

Anne S.

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Gisele D.


Brattleboro, VT

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! I have just moved back to Massachusetts after living in Brooklyn, NY for 40 years. During that time I was a NYC Special Education teacher and private educational therapist working with young children and their families. I hold two master's degrees in special education; first, with an emphasis on severe to profound...
My background in professional childcare is primarily with kids on the spectrum ages 3-11. Listening deeply and giving careful attention. I lived for a year on a horsefarm learning the ways of equine therapy and remain inspired by the kindness and encouragement of parents with special needs children. I respect the necessity of...
Anthony can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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Chase W.


Sunderland, MA

$19-24/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Caretaker Available Near Hayward, CA

I am very experienced with and passionate about working with individuals of a wide range of ages and abilities. I have taught preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, and middle school special ed in the past and have completed direct volunteer services to kids and adults with many different disabilities. I have also worked as a behavior...
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Mariaelena O.


Adams, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have a 3-year-old daughter who is in school now, so I'm getting back in to working with other people's children. I have experience with special needs, tutoring, cooking, cleaning, pets, infants, CPR for all ages, and safe/reliable transportation. My style is based in positive reinforcement, kindness, creativity, and...
Mariaelena can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Catherine Z.


Sunderland, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I have worked with children ages ranging from 4 days old to 15 years old. I have been babysitting for 10 plus years. I have a degree in Elementary Education and Special Education and a concentration in Behavioral Studies. I worked at a daycare and have experience in all ages from infant to preschool. Multiple children at a time...
Catherine can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Whitney S.


Adams, MA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I am an OT, working part time at the hospital. Plenty of experience with working with folks with varying levels of abilities.
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Gisele D.


Brattleboro, VT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Educator Available For Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I have just moved back to Massachusetts after living in Brooklyn, NY for the past 40 years. During that time I've worked as a a NYC special education teacher as well as a private educational therapist working with children with special needs and helping their families with support and coaching. I specialize in working...
Gisele can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Caroline M.


South Deerfield, MA

$15-20/hr

Senior Care Provider/Companion

I have lived and worked with elderly people and adults with special needs in a community called Camphill Kimberton Hills in Pennsylvania. I'm familiar with administering medicine, helping people bathe, groom themselves and get dressed. I grew up without getting to know my grandparents, and greatly value the influence of elderly...
Caroline can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
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Dominic C.


Adams, MA

$23/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Dominic (pronounced Dominique) and I moved to Massachusetts in 2019 from Miami, FL. It was time for a new start away from the hustle and bustle of the city. I have been a generalized caregiver since my teens. I have experience with children of all ages, our seniors, and their pets. However, I have mostly...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Morgan S.


North Adams, MA

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Morgan Sarkis

Hi! My name is Morgan S, and I'm currently going to be a junior at Sacred Heart University majoring in Health Science with a concentration in Radiography. I've been babysitting for over six years and have experience caring for children ranging from 3 months to 12 years old. I'm passionate about working with kids and love...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
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Lukas R.


Sunderland, MA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Special Education/Needs

My name is Lukas, and I've been working with children and adults with disabilities of all types since I was 13. My experience ranges from students with OCD, ADHD, ADD, Asperger's, high functioning Autism, and neuromuscular physical disabilities. The experience that gave me the most fulfillment and where I felt the most effective...
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Caroline M.


South Deerfield, MA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver For Children With Special Needs

I've worked as an aide with special needs children in public schools for a little over 4 years and worked with children on the autism spectrum ranging from elementary school to high school age. I also lived in an intentional community called Camphill Kimberton Hills in Pennsylvania for several months where I lived and worked...
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Tina L.


Readsboro, VT

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hi my name is Tina. I have always liked caring for people with special needs as a child. I grew up with a sister who never could speak or hear so I always took the extra time to try to help others especially kids with special needs. I have worked as a nanny-babysitter for years and learned that every child is different in their...
I am a certified Special Education teacher. For 6 plus years I have had a boy who uses a feeding tube and wheel chair, not potty trained. I engage in activities to keep him involved. I also administer medications through the feeding tube. Lots of lifting and moving. I have had experience with severe autism in a residential...

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