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Jilian R.


Fairhaven, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

caregiver/childcare

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with special needs children and adults for over 30 years. I have worked in school systems, for private organizations and for private families. Fully vaccinated plus booster.
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Rachael S.


Fairhaven, MA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

I love working with children and making a difference in their early years. I enjoy playing sports outside and playing board games as well as doing arts and crafts. I have previosuly babysat a child with autism. During this time, we played games outside and indoors working on emotional regulation and tactile skills. I have...
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Ryan A.


Fairhaven, MA

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

I'm a licensed foster parent. I enjoy taking care of people and animals. I'm a pet owner (1 dog and 2 cats). Looking to do what ever you need! I also have experience caring for children and adults with special needs.
Ryan can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Laurel T.


Fairhaven, MA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Friend

Hello, my name is Laurie. I am an experienced senior caregiver/companion. I have worked with Parkinson's patients on a private level and special needs adults on a professional level. My children are grown, so therefor my schedule is pretty flexible. I will always walk in with a smile and try to brighten your day. I would love to...
Laurel can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
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Buffy M.


New Bedford, MA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have 30 years of experience in PCA/HHA/memory care specialist. I am a new realtor and a paraprofessional, focusing on special needs. I can assist with transportation, shopping, meds, hygiene, meals, etc.. I'm very comfortable with all stages of Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease. I have extensive training as memory care...
Buffy can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Kind hearted, very caring, trustworthy, funny, a joy to be around..."

Lora T.

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Makayla M.


New Bedford, MA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Makayla, I have worked with children for 4 years now. I love being outside and staying active. I'm dependable, always on time, flexible schedule, and good at multitasking. CPR and first aid certified for infants. I have my own vehicle. Non-smoker. I have experience with special needs. I also have a RBT (registered...
Makayla can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Makayla is great with kids, always on time and very responsible. Every time I leave my kids with Makayla I know they're in good hands. My kids love her and are always excited to hear when she is coming over to babysit. Would definitely recommend hiring her!"

Jake N.

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Allison G.


Acushnet, MA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Allison and I am 29 years old. I love working with children and I have lots of experience from daycares, elementary school, high-school, private nanny , special needs children etc. I am currently on maternity leave and will not be returning to work at the high-school. I am looking for a lovely family who will welcome...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Fantastic with children. Knowledgeable and caring"

Lori C.

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Sheila R.


New Bedford, MA

$10-25/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked as a nanny for a child with down syndrome for overall year. I'm currently working with a child that has autism. I love and enjoy working with children with disabilities. Also, I have worked in a residential home with MR patients.
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Ashlie D.


New Bedford, MA

$25-26/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello and thank you for taking the time to read this! Here's a little background info about me & my journey through the child care field. I graduated high school in 2017 & during my 4 years I was in the Early Childhood Development elective. After accumulating my training hours I became certified through the Massachusetts...
Ashlie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Ashlie is a gem. We asked her to do something she had not done before -- work with our young adult daughter who has disabilities and is like a much younger child. Ashlie was perfect. She was fun, calm, affectionate, creative, solid and deeply trustworthy. Our...

Tesi K.

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Samantha J.


New Bedford, MA

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Are you looking for a babysitter with 3 years teaching experience? I would love to talk to you about working for your family. In addition to working with students with special needs, I have been working with children for eight years, as a camp counselor, babysitter and lifeguard. I also taught beginners synchronized swimming for...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hello I know it hard on parents to care for children in special need but I love kids regardless how they are still god children I was born deaf and speech so I know what it need to do and I can help to be comfortable any questions please ask very active great personality honest caring

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since 13. I began with my special needs brother and learned how to deescalate situations with powerful emotion/ bad behavior. I have gone onto babysitting up to four children at once, including young babies and children with autism. I feel like I know how to work with any age group and have a knack for...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel
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Dariany L.


New Bedford, MA

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time-babysitter

I am bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish. I work after school at a child care center and during school I work with preschoolers and I am in the process of getting my EEC certification. I enjoy working with kids and hope to work with them in the medical field someday. I have been working with children for years and I have...
Dariany can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jessica F.


New Bedford, MA

$22-26/hr4 yrs exp

Behavioral Technician

I am very patient, honest, observant, trustworthy, and reliable. I am a proactive worker and I love developing trustworthy relationships. Also I Can Provide Special Needs Care
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Lisa B.


New Bedford, MA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced

I've been taking care of children with disabilities my whole life as my brother is severely disabled. I have gone through over 15 trainings to learn how to help with seizure care, everyday needs, I have some ASL skills and have an abundance of patience. I am calm and very quickly adapt to the situation at hand. Loved by all.
Hello, my name is Mariah! I'm 28 years old and I have worked in the healthcare field for about seven years now all seven are working with people of older ages and of mental disabilities. I care about this work and I believe serving others for the betterment of all is important and necessary. My skills are Bathing/dressing...
Hi, my name is Roselanda I'm 23 years old. I have always believed that someone should do something they love to do as a career. I have a passion for working with special needs children I believe that they are an inspiration to the people around them. These children are miracles and blessings to this earth. Watching any child...
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Megan B.


North Dartmouth, MA

$16-21/hr

Behavior Technician

Behavior technician for children with autism, have come across a variety of disabilities/developmental delays while working in Daycare centers as a certified teacher, amd have previously been a Certified Nursing Assistant through Assabet Valley Regional Vocational training.
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Katherine M.


New Bedford, MA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Caring And Experienced Babysitter Available 2-3 Weeknights During Summer

Hi there! My name is Katherine and I am a Registered Nurse in an Intensive Care Unit. I am a mother of two beautiful little girls and I have always had such a strong passion for caring for children. I have multiple years of experience with children of all ages and children with special needs also! I love being around and caring...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Ella V.


Rochester, MA

$27/hr4 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Nanny

I have been working with children since I can remember! I am a fun and responsible nanny. I am not only looking to have fun, but support your child(ren) in their development as individuals. I recently graduated with a Bachelors degree in Child and Family Studies. I am excited to put my knowledge, love and passion for children...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fairhaven, MA

Buffy M.

5.0

Kind hearted, very caring, trustworthy, funny, a joy to be around...

- Lora T.

Makayla M.

5.0

Makayla is great with kids, always on time and very responsible. Every time I leave my kids with Makayla I know they're in good hands. My kids love her and are always excited to hear when she is coming over to babysit. Would definitely recommend hiring her!

- Jake N.

Allison G.

5.0

Allison has a way with kids. I've seen first hand with my children, especially when they are having a "moment" not listening and temper tantrums. She talks very calmly to them, doesn't lose her cool and get them to calm down!

- Caitlin I.

Ashlie D.

5.0

Ashlie was so helpful while we were in town for a wedding for 3 nights. She was always early, jumped right in to playing with our son, and got him fed and down for bed. She was reliable, trustworthy, engaged, and easy to coordinate with. She was a lifesaver for the weekend. Thank you Ashlie!!

- Sky G.

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