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I am an OT, working part time at the hospital. Plenty of experience with working with folks with varying levels of abilities.
5.0
(1)
I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Whitney H.
Easthampton, MA
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Preschool Teacher With Flexible Schedule- Available Weekdays, Weeknights, And Weekends!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! I'm Whitney, I'm 29 and live in Northampton. I have been a preschool teacher for 8 years.
I am about to graduate with a Master's in Early childhood education, as well!
***21 per hour but negotiable depending on ages and number of children.
I am searching for summer work as well as late nights/date night care....
Whitney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Whitney has been absolutely wonderful this summer!
Besides being punctual & dependable she's also very flexible if the day didn't turn out as planned.
Whitney has been with my two toddlers for the summer & they absolutely love her. My kids are very outgoing...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have 10 years of experience. I have special needs background, and practice gentle parenting! Please message me with any and all questions! I'm very peaceful and passionate, and I love developing friendships with families.
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Compassionate and patient. Has babysat my daughter multiple times and she always gets picked up with a smile on her face, asking when she is going back. Her son is well behaved and a great friend/ play mate for my daughter while she is getting babysat. Rachel...
Kristen E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stephanie was great to work with. I'd happily hire her again."
Patrick K.
5.0
(2)
I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"I highly recommend Crystal as a senior caregiver. She took care of my 90 yr Father for over a year until his recent passing. She was professional, knowledgeable, very caring, extremely organized and attentive. She got along well with the other caregivers and had...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Rav! I have been working in childcare for 10 years and I have been exclusively on care. com since 2020 as a full-time nanny. Last fall, nannying became less of a full-time job, as I started a new job as a high school math teacher for children with moderate disabilities. Since summer is coming, I have full-time...
Ravneet can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"The best! Took such loving care of my post-surgical dog, sent regular updates, was timely and reliable, and helped us feel calm leaving the dog in a needier-than-normal state. I will absolutely be asking her to dog-sit again!"
Ana D.
I have watched children ranging in ages 6 months up to 12 years old. I have been watching children for over 10 years and I absolutely love it. I like to do arts and crafts as well as be outside to play whenever the weather cooperates. I have worked with children with special needs as well and have some training in that area. I...
Amber can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
This past year I worked as a 1 on 1 paraprofessional for a child with special needs. I physically assisted with many needs as well as assisted with academic work and it was something I was very passionate about. Working with this student gave me a different outlook on life and allowed me to realize that caring for children with...
I am an adolescent education student at SUNY New Paltz! I have worked as a special education aide in an elementary school local to me for a year, and I have worked with various children K-6th grade with a myriad of special needs. Looking forward to meeting you!
Hi! My name is Joely and I'm 20. I'm a local college student and I have my own car. I love kids and have experience with them from my siblings (one of which is special needs) and other babysitting jobs! Feel free to contact me!
Paulina A.
Northampton, MA
$20-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time
I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
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...
Catherine Z.
Sunderland, MA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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...
I have extensive experience teaching and caring for children ages 3 through middle school. I currently work as an occupational therapy assistant at the preschool and elementary level. In this position, I have developed substantial experience with special needs/neurodivergent kids. My expertise lies in helping adapt and modify...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 10 years of experience as a special education teacher! I have experience tutoring at the elementary level and have taught children in the public school settings. I also have "in home" experience helping children with special needs using Applied Behavioral Analysis. I have my masters degree in Special Education
Molly can also help with: Travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Emma G.
Northampton, MA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I am Emma, I have over 5 years of childcare experience in a variety of settings. Most recently I have been a 1:1 para educator for special needs children. I also have a background in dance education and would love to bring some fun and movement to your home! I believe that every child brings their own energy and set of...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Jolene D.
Cheshire, MA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I did two summers at a summer camp program with children who had development disabilities and behaviors. . I have been a CNA/HHA for 9+yrs and special needs. I have knowledge of seizure protocols, non-verbal communication, personal care, and activities. Hope that can sum up most of my experience.
Natasha S.
Dalton, MA
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
For past two years, I have been employed at Hillcrest Educational Centers working 1:1 with students 8-21 years of age on the Autism Spectrum. Most of my student display high-levels of aggression and/or self-injurious behaviors. Many of them are non-verbal and have a history of seizures. I am Medication certified as well as...
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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cummington, MA
Whitney H.
5.0
Whitney has nannied for us for over six months now, and she has been wonderful. Our daughter absolutely adores her. She is reliable, responsible, and fun! We will miss seeing her every week, and hope she can still babysit when our schedules align.
- Donna P.
Rachel S.
5.0
Compassionate and patient. Has babysat my daughter multiple times and she always gets picked up with a smile on her face, asking when she is going back. Her son is well behaved and a great friend/ play mate for my daughter while she is getting babysat. Rachel provides great care and is always...
- Kristen E.
Stephanie R.
5.0
Stephanie was great to work with. I'd happily hire her again.
- Patrick K.
Crystal M.
5.0
I highly recommend Crystal as a senior caregiver. She took care of my 90 yr Father for over a year until his recent passing. She was professional, knowledgeable, very caring, extremely organized and attentive. She got along well with the other caregivers and had such a positive attitude. We will...
- Care member
Ravneet G.
5.0
The best! Took such loving care of my post-surgical dog, sent regular updates, was timely and reliable, and helped us feel calm leaving the dog in a needier-than-normal state. I will absolutely be asking her to dog-sit again!
- Ana D.
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