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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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Nia H.


Greenfield, MA

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

Reliable Direct Support

I have 5+ years of experience working with all types of individuals, including but not limited to: developmentally delayed, mentally ill, chemically addicted)
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Stephanie R.


Rowe, MA

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Part or Full Time Caregiver Available

I am the oldest of three and a loving aunt. My experience includes working as a professional nanny and foster parent to children with special needs. I am soft spoken and very patient. Children have always been drawn to me. I am involved in my church and have had ministry training. I taught missions Sunday School to children from...
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Stephanie R.


Rowe, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part Or Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Stephanie R. and I am 45 years old. My experience includes decades of work as a professional nanny and foster parent to children with special needs. I have cared for children of all ages and have acquired substantial experience throughout the years. Some of that experience includes caring for an infant as an overnight...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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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: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ogechi O.


Sunderland, MA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Happy Sitter :)

Hi! I'm a 21-year-old college student actively seeking a job as a caregiver. My passion for working with children has been a significant part of my life since I was 14 years old. Over the years, I've had the privilege of caring for many children. One of the most meaningful aspects of my experience has been working with kids on...
Ogechi can also help with: Specialized care, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

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, carpooling, craft assistance
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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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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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.

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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Gisele D.


Millers Falls, MA

$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, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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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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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Ogechi O.


Sunderland, MA

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a 21-year-old college student actively seeking a job as a caregiver. My passion for working with children has been a significant part of my life since I was 14 years old. Over the years, I've had the privilege of caring for many children. One of the most meaningful aspects of my experience has been working with kids on...

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