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Madi T.
Jefferson, MA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & 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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kate! I have experience in nannying and babysitting including spending a year working full time as the nanny to a newborn. I am currently seeking part time hours. My schedule is flexible. I have over 10 years of experience in caregiving, including five years with children and four years working with individuals and...
Katherine can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kate took care of my son from 3 months-15 months of age. Not only was did she take initiative in teaching him new things, such as baby sign language, she also had utmost patience in helping him become more independent in his tasks. She was reliable and...
Amanda M.
5.0
(1)
10 years experience caring for children of all ages. From newborn to preteen, special needs experience as well. Comfortable with up to 3 children at a time, pets, housekeeping, transport needs. CPR/ first aid certified. I look forward to hearing from you!
Jen can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jen is wonderful. I will totally have her watch my 4 month old twins when I finally decide to go back to work. Unfortunately, I decided to stay home a little longer. She expresses complete knowledge of children all ages, supplies references if needed, and takes the...
Christian D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
Kelley can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services, visiting nurse
5.0
"Kelley took care of my brother who has Muscular Dystrophy. He needed care on all levels from showering, shaving to g-tube, ventilator and stoma care. Kelley did all of this and still had time to neaten up the house. Though Kelley and my brother are from completely...
Evan W.
Katie E.
Greenville, NH
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Katie is reliable, responsible, intuitive, creative, sunny, experienced, and attentive. She is level headed and efficient. From infants to pets to older adults, she is always capable and kind."
Betsy E.
Sophia P.
Lancaster, MA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, I am Sophie. I am a very caring individual (both kids and seniors), very patient, and attentive to their needs. I am trained in CPR for both adults and infants. I also have extensive experience working in childcare, including nannying and babysitting in addition for children with special needs such as autism, ADHD, and...
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, my name is Amber and I worked as an aide in healthcare for 10 years. I'm very grateful for the time I've spent being a caregiver and am now a mum to a happy little girl that was born in January of this year. My time in healthcare was spent primarily in long term settings; nursing homes with memory care units and group...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
I am a retired veteran who served in the Army. I have 3 children of my own (ages 12, 10 and 5) and have experience with special needs (specifically autism and ADHD). I know basic sign language, fluent with alternative and augmentative communication, am CPR/First aid certified, and believe in making learning fun and engaging for...
Emma S.
Jaffrey, NH
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a nurses assistant for 8 consecutive years. Working in many setting from pediatrics, special needs, elderly, disabled and end of life care. The last 4 years I have been a stay at home mom and I love it! But I must say I miss helping people. I miss connecting with a "client" or as I like to say friend. I miss the deep...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Jaffrey M.
Leominster, MA
$18-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi I'm Jaffrey, nice to meet you! I have cared my whole life for my older brother Mathias who has Down syndrome. I have always loved and cared for him and his friends with special needs. My senior year in high school I decided to get a job at Western Dupage Special Recreation Association (WDSRA) in Illinois where I am from. I...
I have had experience working with children aged 6-13, as well an adult with Autism. Some of these individuals had developmental delays, trauma, mental health, and behavioral issues. I enjoy one-on-one interactions with others, as I am patient, calm, and attentive, while being able to set boundaries. I assist with administering...
I worked previously as an RBT and currently work in a preschool with spacial needs/ ASD kiddos. I strive to be compassionate, nurturing, and supportive in their development needs.
I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
Kelley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a caretaker at heart and have taken care of people of all ages with a variety of special needs. I'm calm, creative, resourceful, and encouraging. Helping people make the best of their lives, whatever their situation may be, is something I find very rewarding.
Barbara can also help with: Specialized care, visiting physician, dementia, companionship
I am currently in school remotely through SNHU and I am getting my associates in IT and also my bachelors in science. I have daycare teaching experience with infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergartners.
I also have about 12 years of babysitting and nannying experience, I even had my own nanny service when I lived in...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have recently moved to Holden and have been a nanny for the past 20 yrs. Prior to that, I was a teacher with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. I also have worked with young special needs children and love what I do.
Diane can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Tonisha T.
Athol, MA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I am a non smoker and have my own transportation. I am pet friendly. I also am CPR certified. I am a CNA and work as a critical care tech in my local ER. I have experience with all ages, special needs, medications and allergies. I am there 100 percent for you and your loved one.
Hope to hear from you!
Tonisha
I have worked as a PCA and medical assistant with individuals with special needs for six years. I have worked in private care nursing homes and group homes and have seen a wide variety of diagnosis.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Rachael M.
Lancaster, MA
$28-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
A hands-on nanny who values outdoor playtime over screen time, predictability and stability, and making every opportunity a chance to learn something new.
My nanny experience has involved caring for 3 siblings, ages newborn to 9 years old over the past 7 years. Some highlights/special skills include adapting to remote learning...
Rachael can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gardner, MA
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.
Katherine B.
5.0
Kate is such a wonderful caregiver to our son. She's very knowledgeable about child development and skilled in working with him (he is 9 months). He took to her immediately and they formed a bond right away. Our son had a pretty scary moment after just a few weeks of having Kate on, she handled it...
- Crystal R.
Jen G.
5.0
Jen is wonderful. I will totally have her watch my 4 month old twins when I finally decide to go back to work. Unfortunately, I decided to stay home a little longer. She expresses complete knowledge of children all ages, supplies references if needed, and takes the time to get to know your kids. I'm...
- Christian D.
Kelley H.
5.0
I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She additionally helped change a bandage he had. She was very kind which put my grandfather at...
- Claudia S.
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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