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Alexandra O.


Springfield, MA

$15-19/hr5 yrs exp

A Passion For Helping All Ages With Special Needs

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My name is a Alexandra and for the last 5 years I have work with múltiple children and teens with special needs and also 2 adults with physical and mental health issues. My passion is working with children and teens with autism but truly just love helping people and showing them with enough help and support they can accomplish...
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Jacqueline R.


Chicopee, MA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a stay at home mom with over a decade of childcare experience, including nannying for infants and toddlers as well as older children; I have worked with children with varying types and degrees of special needs, and I have tutored in math, ESL, and literature. I was an EMT for 3 years prior to the birth of my daughter and...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jessica F.


Enfield, CT

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Jess. I am a second year occupational therapy student with a passion for pediatrics. I am friendly, reliable, and have a strong work ethic. My experience includes a year of working for a child with a developmental disability, 1. 5 years as a special education para educator, and level one pediatric OT...
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Christine A.


Enfield, CT

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Christie: Experienced Sitter Dedicated To Fun, Safety And Creativity

Hi there! My name is Christie and I'm an experienced sitter with a passion for bringing the arts, music and creativity into the lives of the children I care for! I worked with preschool children for 4 years before becoming a Music Together teacher, where I help children aged 6 weeks to 6 years discover the fun and excitement in...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Gia S.


Enfield, CT

$21/hr8 yrs exp

Energetic And Loving Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Gia. I recently graduated from Umass with a degree in Biology. I am CPR and first aid certified by the Red Cross and recently renewed my certification. I have experience with special needs children, twins and infants as young as newborns. During high school and my early college years I spent most Sundays teaching...
Gia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Stephanie B.


Enfield, CT

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Special Care, PCA

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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Courtney K.


Wilbraham, MA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

In high school I took a class working with the special needs students in the school. I remember the first day I went there they were just so welcoming, and it really made me never want to miss a day of school because I loved working with them. I was basically a teachers aid, and I took the class repeatedly in my last three years...
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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: Meal prep, light cleaning
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.
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

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, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Merideth K.


Broad Brook, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

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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, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Our kids had such a great time. Can't wait to have you back again!"

Glen F.

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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
"I was so lucky to have found Rachel. She was sensitive, supportive, reliable and quickly recognized my needs. Rachel provided a calm presence when I was feeling overwhelmed. She is patient, warm, intuitive, empathetic and loving. Rachel has become a very dear...

Cathy R.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Longmeadow, MA

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.

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