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Makayla S.


Springfield, MA

$25/hr18 yrs exp

Silly Sitter, With A Knack For Making Children Smile.

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I'd describe my personality as dedicated, responsible and slightly silly! I started working with kids when I was 12 years old. I volunteered with Longmeadow's summer extended program for kids with special needs age 2-5. Through the program I met several families that I babysat for until I graduated high school. In my spare...
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Nicole H.


Stafford Springs, CT

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver For People With Disabilities

I have been a caregiver for about 8 year now for a young lady with autism. Prior to this, I Volunteered for special Olympic bowling and track field as well as helped out with best buddies and unified sports at my school. I am currently working as an RBT with children with autism.
I am in my first year of pursuing my masters degree in occupational therapy! I am looking to gain more experience working with a variety of different needs and disabilities!
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Alexandra O.


Springfield, MA

$15-19/hr5 yrs exp

A Passion For Helping All Ages With Special Needs

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...
I am a registered nurse I am looking for extra work I am flexible I am fun I am reliable! contact me!
Hello!! I'm 21 years old and have been working with children from the ages of 4 months to 10 years old for 6 years now. As of right now I am in college and will be graduating in May with a bachelors in child psychology and early education. I also have experience with children with special needs through the daycare but also my...
Johannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

Hi , my name is Heather, and I currently hold a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work . During my undergraduate studies , as well as post graduation, I spent time working for two agencies in which I worked individually with persons with cognitive and developmental disabilities as well as in a group setting . I believe in maintaining...
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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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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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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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Alexandra R.


Longmeadow, MA

$18-22/hr7 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

Special education teacher with a degree in severe special education with a concentration in autism.
Hello! I am a reliable, trustworthy and hardworking Mom and art teacher. I have been in the field of education for five years and a mother for 16. I have studied early childhood development and adolescent development and have worked in classrooms with various special needs children. I have also a studied social emotional...
Meghann can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

I've been working in the home health aid practice for 20 years. I worked for so many companies. I have the passion of working with lovely, elderly people and young adults. I have worked with autism and special-needs young adults and older Adults . I have experience, in Hoyer lift lifting , etc. I worked with dementia, young and...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Yudy O.


Enfield, CT

$22-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs

I worked for 3 years with people with cognitive disabilities such as epilepsy, autism, cerebral palsy, among others.
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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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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
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
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Emily J.


Enfield, CT

$20-28/hr1 yrs exp

Here To Bring Smiles

I work in the aba field helping young autistic children learn and grow! I'm patient and very understanding of needs and other sensory stimulus needs. I have a passion to let every child know they are smart and capable and loved.
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Madelyn R.


Enfield, CT

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Summer Hours Caregiver/sitter

I work as a special education paraeducator for middle to high school ages. I am willing to work with younger than that though.
I have worked with special needs children most of my life. I had therapeutic foster children for many years and recently I did shared living with a handicapped woman. I worked as a special ed tutor for three years in an area school.

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