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Rukiyat M.


Leominster, MA

$40/hr8 yrs exp

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My name is Rukiyat . I am exceptionally Nurturing, Dependable, Energetic, Empathic, Caring, Passionate, and Patience. I am a nanny with 10+ years of experience caring for children ages from Newborns / infant/ toddler/ preschool and school-age including special needs. I've been working in childcare all my life. I am CPR & First...
Rukiyat can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kyle L.


Gardner, MA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi , I'm Kyle for the past 5 years I've cared for adults and children of very wide age span. I currently work with adolescent kids and small adults. I have worked in the past with adults with disabilities in wheelchairs and without. Also I have worked with elderly too. I have past numerous background checks as well as finger...
I have experience with ADD/ADHD, developmental delays, BPD, anxiety, mental illness, and autism spectrum through personal relations. I believe that patience and understanding are key. I'm a mom to a 6-year-old boy with developmental delays.

Valerie N.


Townsend, MA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

I live in Townsend with my husband and 3 kids (1 high schooler, 2 college students). I have been working as a nanny since 2016. Prior to that I cared for the elderly as a CNA. I recently completed my degree in the field of occupational therapy. I have experience with all ages of children and special needs. Current on Flu/Covid...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Phinehas T.


Westford, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Provider

5.0

(1)

(Unavailable to commit to new consistent hours until Summer of 2023) I'm fully vaccinated and received a booster shot in April 2022. I have three children of my own, two who are now teenagers and one a few years away from joining the teenage ranks. In regards to my professional background and experience, I have two decades of...
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Lisa L.


Westford, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Specialist

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in elder care for most of my adult life as a Home Health Aid and Program Director. These roles provide me with many skills, both in caring for people physically but also cognitively. I can keep your loved one engaged, stimulated and interested in things around them. I am highly qualified and skilled in helping...
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, respite care, home modification, visiting nurse, personal care
5.0
"Lisa is great with seniors, and everyone. She has a wonderful sense of humor and yet is very respectful of seniors. She is honest and works hard at making people happy. She would be a great care giver/companion to a senior in need, as she would always keep them...

Albert M.

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Alexandra M.


Hollis, NH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Granny-Nanny - Experienced Childcare Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

For the past 25+ years I have been a certified Foster/Adoptive parent for children with special needs - ranging from mental retardation, cerebral palsy, AIDS, as well as fostering newborn drug addicted, premature, etc. Caring for children is my reason for being. I have adopted the last 7 foster-kids and they are now young...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Allie is an excellent caregiver! She is so patient and kind - she did a great job caring for our daughter."

Carrie S.

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Madi T.


Jefferson, MA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Madison and I am a college student, currently studying elementary education. I have a passion for working with children and have worked with kids of all ages, including special needs students. I have 5 years of paid experience, but many more years of unpaid experience. I am hard working, reliable and always...
Madi can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
5.0
"She's the best!! She worked so well with my 3 year old son. So sad she had to leave."

Angelyk R.

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Heike G.


Groton, MA

$22-30/hr

Reliable Caring

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mother of two teenage boys, that have asthma and food allergies. During my time of raising them we have meet the challenges of those special needs successfully. They have learned how to live a full life with their medical issues.
5.0
"I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving and fun. She is the type of mom who's not afraid of...

Adriana G.

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Nancey M.


Tyngsboro, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Nurse

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for many children with special needs. I have the compassion, and a genuine ability to nurture and care for people with these needs. I'm currently in a program at North Shore College working towards an Associate's degree.
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Katie E.


Greenville, NH

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Katie. I'm currently a household manager for a family in Newton, MA who I've been with for two years. My contract ends and the end of June and I recently moved to NH, so I'm looking for a new full time nanny/ household manager position to start in July. I have been working with children professionally for...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Katie is very good with kids, all babies I've ever seen her around adore her. She is very sweet and compassionate."

Jessica B.

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Alexandra M.


Hollis, NH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Child Care/Nanny

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

All my children have come to me with special needs. Some of their needs were prematurity, drug addiction at birth, emotional disabilities, physical disabilities such as AIDS, cerebral palsy, and mental retardation. I have been passionate for over 25 years working in this field as these children bring such joy and are so loving...
5.0
"Very kind, attentive, cares deeply for people she watches over, I cannot imagine what I would of done without her"

Paula W.

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Vanessa B.


Winchendon, MA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Looking To Babysit Occasionally

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for 20 years. Before that, I worked at a before and after-school program at an elementary school, and also at a daycare in the infant toddler room. I've worked with ages 3 months -17 years old. I have plenty of experience working with children. I've worked with special needs with early intervention, speech...
Vanessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Vanessa is amazing! She is a caring, dependable, and trustworthy. Her love for children is apparent in her care of my three children and she communicates well us about all the details of their care. She also helps keep the house looking clean and somehow finds time...

Jessica G.

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Eddie T.


Rutland, MA

$23/hr5 yrs exp

Dedicated Senior Care Provider

I am dedicated to offering compassionate and attentive care to the elderly/special needs population. I believe in enhancing their quality of life through personalized support, whether it be through daily assistance, engaging activities, or simply offering a listening ear. With a background in Psychology and Direct Support...
Eddie can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

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Elizabeth M.


Still River, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny And Babysitter

I have been a nanny and in-home care person for over 12 years now. I have worked with babies, children, teens, and adults from every age and background, and have also worked privately and professionally with young people who have special needs for many of those years. I am currently planning to go back to school for Midwifery...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Miranda N.


Hubbardston, MA

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hello! My name is Miranda, and I am a dedicated, loving, and experienced nanny. I am a proud mother of three children ages 13, 11, and 5 m. two of whom have diabetes, so I have hands-on experience managing special medical needs and providing a safe, supportive environment for children with unique health considerations. In...
Miranda can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
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Emeria L.


Athol, MA

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny/Houseworker With Elementary Education Degree!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have cared for children since I was a young teenager. I recently graduated from Keene State College with an elementary education degree (certified kindergarten through 6th grade). I have great experience working with children, teaching/tutoring them, and have been working with special needs children at a local school here in...
Emeria can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

My name is Jenny, I am 18 years old, and currently attending college courses as a pre-med. I have a history with assisting teaching summer school programs for children with special needs, and have a well understanding on psychology of child development. I think it is important to have a babysitter who has knowledge on what is...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Hayley W.


Holden, MA

$20-21/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

My name is Hayley. I'm 27 years old. I have had experience working with people with special needs for over 8 years. I have worked with people aged 2-26. I have worked with people on the autism spectrum, as well as people with Down's Syndrome, seizure disorders, ADD/ADHD, diabetes, people requiring assistive technology, people...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fitchburg, MA

Lisa L.

5.0

We have had Lisa as a caregiver for my 95 yo mom for at least 2 or 3 years and she is wonderful! She has a kind and easy going manner and a great sense of humor! She is so good with my mom who has some dementia and some other medical issues -always kind and gentle. We love Lisa- you will too!

- Bonnie O.

Alexandra M.

5.0

Allie has been the most amazing caregiver for our son (and dog - they both love her). She not only does a great job caring for him, she also invests time every day in helping him learn new skills as he grows. She is so conscientious, caring and reliable. She has consistently gone above and beyond...

- Aimee L.

Madi T.

5.0

She's the best!! She worked so well with my 3 year old son. So sad she had to leave.

- Angelyk R.

Heike G.

5.0

I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving and fun. She is the type of mom who's not afraid of projects with her kids, like making...

- Adriana G.

Katie E.

5.0

Katie is incredibly trustworthy, responsible, and professional. She's an excellent teammate and collaborator, always helping out where she can. She is a hard worker who is very committed to the families she supports!

- Serena A.

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