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Stephanie B.


Enfield, CT

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Special Care, PCA

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I work for Viability Inc. for 6 years. and for CHD for 2 years; dealing with mentally and physically challenged individuals. My passion is driven by the satisfaction I get of seeing happiness on the faces of those I care for , I always go the extra mile to achieve goals for them. My availability will be Monday to Friday 2 p.m....
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Briana R.


Indian Orchard, MA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in childcare for the past 3 years. I am certified through EEC as an infant/toddler and preschool teacher. I have first aid and CPR certification I am experienced with special needs as I am also a pca for a little boy with spina bifida
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Autumn A.


Enfield, CT

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Awesome with kiddos loves to nurture them and see them grow up have experience with autism and other disabilities like type 1 diabetes. Loves to cooking clean do homework can do nap time
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Ethan O.


Springfield, MA

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Child Care Proffesional

I'm a young adult eager and willing to take care of your children, and fulfill any other household needs you might have. I am currently working as a paraprofessional at Forest Park Middle School. I work with autistic children daily and know how to work with a variety of special needs. I'm CPI certified, and ServSafe...
Ethan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Pauline W.


Agawam, MA

$45-50/hr10 yrs exp

Seeking Part Time/ Full Time Work With Physically And Developmentally Challenged Individuals

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in the human services industry for 20 years plus. During such time I have worked with a wide variety of individuals with varying physical and developmental disabilities. I currently work as a special education teacher. I passionately and patiently enjoy helping to maintain and enhance the quality life of others.
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Natasha C.


West Springfield, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Infant Teacher And Experienced Special Needs Teacher

I have over 10 years in the education field, both in and out of the school system and with students of various abilities.
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Brittany D.


Enfield, CT

$22-26/hr4 yrs exp

I currently looking for a summer time child care position. I currently work in a special education classroom as a Behavior Tech for Enfield Public Schools. I have been working with children the last 4 years professionally and have my own 8-year-old daughter as well. I have worked with infants, up to teenagers. I am available...
Working with young Children has given me the patience, love, and gratitude for all people. I have worked with children if all personalities and backgrounds and I can't wait to meet you

Wanda L.


Springfield, MA

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Cared For Special Need Pre-k Students To And From School

I made sure children were safe and comfortable to and from their school. I provided them with their seat belts and any tissues for their running noses. I always entertained them when needed.

Caroline W.


Agawam, MA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny Senior Occupational Therapy Student At UNH

Both my parents are special education teachers. For the past 2 summers, I have been a caretaker for a 11-year-old girl with Down syndrome where I cooked for her, played games, took her out, and helped with ADL's.
I have been a teacher for 7 years. I have experience in general and special education. I enjoy working with children of all abilities.

Jessica W.


Enfield, CT

$17-20/hr8 yrs exp

Full-Time Summer Nanny Available

I am a certified and licensed full-time teacher who is available as a full-time or part-time nanny for the summer. I am currently teaching second grade but have taught kindergarten in the past. I am typically a director for a summer day camp and work with children ages 5-12. I have babysat for children of a variety of ages but...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ginger H.


Willington, CT

$35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Nurturing responsible and reliable career nanny with experience caring for newborn through teen age children. I have recent experience with twins and also special needs. Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certifications are current. I have taught gymnastics and swimming lessons and enjoy outdoor activities , reading, crafting, yoga and...
Ginger can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ginger is educated, experienced, punctual, trustworthy, dependable, caring and the one person you can always count on. My son is 16 and has Down syndrome. Ginger has been with us through all these years. He can be a challenge, but Ginger can manage any...

Leslie D.

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Merideth K.


Broad Brook, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in child care for many years including classrooms with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-k headstart programs. I am also CPR and First Aide certified. I currently work for an allergist who regularly sees pediatric patients. I have an Associate's Degree in Child Development, am a nursing student, and am very...
Merideth can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Merideth is great with our kids. Has watched them many times,including for a few days straight while my husband and I went away on vacation. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing the kids were in good hands. The kids always have a good time with her and ask...

Jigisha M.

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Kaitlyn T.


Holyoke, MA

$19-41/hr9 yrs exp

Compassionate Childcare Provider With A Focus On Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am delighted to offer my childcare services through Care. With over 8 combined years of childcare and special-education experience, I am committed to providing exceptional care tailored to your kiddo's individual needs. I believe in fostering a safe, nurturing, and consistent environment for children to learn and...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and friendliness, making her very easy to work with. Highly recommended."

Dennis L.

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Rachel C.


Belchertown, MA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Certified, Creative, Intuitive, Nurturing Experienced Care Provider

Hi! I am a fully vaccinated, certified Personal Care Assistant. I have been a care provider for 5 years, with experience in wound care, Alzheimers/Dementia, med management, mobility assistance, toileting, bathing, cooking, gardening, light cleaning, and organizing/clutter clearing. I have also been a live-in House Manager at a...
5.0
"Rachel is incredibly patient, kind, and conscientious. In addition to knowing her for 20 years, I hired her a year ago to help with my 16-year-old son who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. She is wonderful with him and very caring - he really looks forward to...

Tonya D.

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Emma L.


Holyoke, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Emma, I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages with all different needs. I have been the caretaker for older children with special needs, watched a child from her infancy into her toddler years, been a nanny to an infant and a 3-year-old, and cared for school aged children 7-9. As a graduate...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Emma is a very caring person who will always put the needs of your child above her own. She worked for us for quite a long time, and is still close with our family today. She is definitely worth the hire!"

Erin C.

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Tianna S.


Westfield, MA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an energetic, compassionate, and caring person that loves children of all ages. I was a preschool teacher for over 3 years, worked in a group home for at risk youth for 2 years, worked as a nanny for multiple families, and I've babysat countless children of all ages in various settings. I've worked with children that have...
Tianna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Tianna is awesome!! She is extremely reliable and trustworthy. She knows her stuff when it comes to caring for children. She’s been helping us with our kids for over a year now and we’ve always been very happy to have her help. "

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Belinda N.


Westfield, MA

$23/hr7 yrs exp

To mom and or dad, I hope this message finds you well! My name is Belinda. I'm excited to apply for the nanny position and available to start immediately. I have experience caring for children ranging from newborns to 12-year-olds, including those with special needs. I genuinely enjoy engaging children in outdoor activities...
5.0
"Belinda is very caring and very patient with my mom. She’s been with us for quite a while and she’s very detailed in her household chores. She’s very dependable and always on time."

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Longmeadow, MA

Ginger H.

5.0

Ginger has been part of our family for almost 10 years and she's actually the best. Kids gravitate to her. Anyone who hires Ginger would be incredibly lucky!

- Amanda N.

Merideth K.

5.0

Merideth is great with our kids. Has watched them many times,including for a few days straight while my husband and I went away on vacation. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing the kids were in good hands. The kids always have a good time with her and ask when she'll be able to watch them...

- Jigisha M.

Kaitlyn T.

5.0

Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and friendliness, making her very easy to work with. Highly recommended.

- Dennis L.

Rachel C.

5.0

Rachel is incredibly patient, kind, and conscientious. In addition to knowing her for 20 years, I hired her a year ago to help with my 16-year-old son who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. She is wonderful with him and very caring - he really looks forward to their time together. We also both...

- Tonya D.

Emma L.

5.0

Emma has been watching my daughter since she was an infant and is one of the only sitters that pays attention to all the rules and quirks of my daughter. Additionally she has also been responsive in times of emergency which has helped our family tremendously.

- Oceana S.

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