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Rebecca P.


Harvard, MA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Childcare Provider

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 44-year-old mother of three grown daughters. I graduated from Umass-Amherst with a Bachelor's degree in Human Services. While my children were young I often worked part-time providing child care for other families alongside my girls. I have worked with special needs children and also with twins. I am currently a exercise...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Jen G.


Leominster, MA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

5.0

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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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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.

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Lisa L.


Westford, MA

$15-25/hr • 10 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, home modification, visiting nurse, respite care, personal care
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....

Bonnie O.

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Aletha D.


Maynard, MA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Early Childhood Educator Available For Various Babysitting Needs

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am an energetic, reliable, and passionate early-childhood educator with 25+ years paid experience in the field, and have 3 teenage children of my own. My favorite activities to do with children are exploring the outdoors, playing games (both indoor and out!), reading, cooking and crafts. I am able to assist with homework,...
Aletha can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Aletha is an amazing caregiver! I cannot say enough positive things about her. She has been working with our family for over a year and my son, now 4, adores her. She keeps up with his imagination and insatiable questioning and desire to learn. She always goes...

Branwen C.

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Phinehas T.


Westford, MA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Provider

(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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Kiley G.


Leominster, MA

$17-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider - ASD, DS, Non-Verbal Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I find care for those with special needs to be incredibly fulfilling. I volunteered at a therapeutic riding center on and off for many years. That experience gave me opportunities to work with a variety of special needs individuals from all age groups. My special needs care began with care for my 50-year-old great aunt with DS....
5.0
"Kiley is compassionate, responsible, knowledgeable and reliable. She is hard-working and is an excellent caregiver."

Jillian A.

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Kelley H.


Shirley, MA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/RN Available

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...
5.0
"Kelley has been my home health nurse over 3 years and has proven to be a reliable, hardworking and compassionate worker. Aside from her medical duties as a nurse she is responsible for cleaning and organizing my household. One of the qualities that I value the...

Jonathan H.

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Marcia D.


Leominster, MA

$30-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have more than 12 years of experience. I homeschooled my three sons through high school until they started college. After that, I worked with a very special boy for almost 2 years that was when I discovered my passion for special needs kids. I have good references and I'm vaccinated.
5.0
"Marsha was great with our 1yo, very loving and took her on trips outside of the house to visit the library, playgrounds, etc. I would not hesitate to hire her again!"

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Kayla F.


Hudson, MA

$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available For The Summer

I spent last summer working at an overnight camp for children with special needs, where I gained experience working with children from ages 6-18 with a wide range of diagnoses, abilities, and needs. At the camp, we were trained in behavior management techniques for working with children with special needs. Working on goal...
5.0
"Kayla F. and I worked together at a residential summer camp for children with emotional and behavioral problems and developmental disabilities. Kayla demonstrated the ability to interact with children of all ages while working with younger children at the day camp...

Cassandra G.

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Malayvanh S.


Lancaster, MA

$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time/Occasional Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm currently an ABA RBT at Keystone Collaborative Education in Leominster Ma I also do two nights for in home Aba Therapy. We teach daily independence along w/social & educational goals. I work one on one with certain students. During my babysitting/nanny jobs, I've helped prepare meals, potty train, naps, bathe, bed and...
Malayvanh can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Malayvanh goes above and beyond and is very passionate and compassionate towards everyone especially with kids ! "

Veronica R.

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Kelley H.


Shirley, MA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Available Part-Time

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: Dementia, hospice services, visiting nurse, respite care, personal care
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.

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Alena H.


Ayer, MA

$28-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Alena, I am 24 years old! Something fun about me is I love my dog, farm animals and the outdoors. I adore shaping the minds of young children and watching them explore/learn. Fun things I like to do while babysitting/nannying are crafts, explore outside, read books etc. I've worked at a daycare, and been a nanny for...
Alena can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alena occasionally babysits my two children when we have date nights and she the kids and us love her! She helps out tremendously and we couldn't be more thankful. Consider hiring this awesome caregiver."

Donna C.

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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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Julia H.


Leominster, MA

$28-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Nanny/ Home Manager

Hello my name is Julia. I have been working with children since I was 14. I have experience working with kids of all ages in all settings including day cares, homes, care facilities, and in sports. I have cared for children from ages 4 months to young adults with special needs at 22 years of age.
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Erin G.


Leominster, MA

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Patient And Fun

I am changing careers after 20 years with Special Needs children. Go getter who recently got her Home health aide certificate. Would love to stay in homes without going through agencies with terrible reviews. I love personal care, I am empathetic, mom of a active boy, I stay positive and really enjoy helping others
Erin can also help with: Respite care, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Kelley H.


Shirley, MA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

RN/Nanny Looking For Part-time Work

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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hi there! I'm Kristina. I'm an electrologist in Hudson, MA, looking for some summer work before I go back to school for esthetics. I received some education from MassBay in Early Childhood Education. I also volunteered in a religious ed classroom setting as an aide to a young girl with autism for four years. I will ensure your...
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Rachele T.


Westford, MA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Available For Summer (10+ Years Experience) Live-In Preferred

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! A little about me. The past year I worked as a full time any to a 9mo, 3yo, & 5 yo in New York City while also nannying mornings for 4yo. I worked short term for a 1yo & 5yo & separately a 5mo. The previous summer I was a full time live in nanny for 2 summers to 1. 5yo and 9yo girls working an average of 75-80 hours per week...
Rachele can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Amber C.


Leominster, MA

$23-33/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Amber and I worked as an aide in healthcare for 10 years, spending time intermittently as a part time mentor. My kid brother is autistic and schizoaffective bipolar, so I've spent my life in the company of those with a range of special needs and abilities. The best aspect of personal and professional roles has...
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Bonny D.


Berlin, MA

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

I love taking care of all ages, I'm a big kid at heart. I've been involved with many families over the past 25 years doing what I love. My experience ranges from infants to young adults. I've gone to many homes, or transported to and from school. I'm professional and trustworthy, but mostly caring. I do take 2 vacations a year,...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Harvard, MA

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.

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.

Aletha D.

5.0

Aletha is an amazing caregiver! I cannot say enough positive things about her. She has been working with our family for over a year and my son, now 4, adores her. She keeps up with his imagination and insatiable questioning and desire to learn. She always goes above and beyond what I would expect -...

- Branwen C.

Kiley G.

5.0

Kiley is compassionate, responsible, knowledgeable and reliable. She is hard-working and is an excellent caregiver.

- Jillian A.

Kelley H.

5.0

Kelley has been my home health nurse over 3 years and has proven to be a reliable, hardworking and compassionate worker. Aside from her medical duties as a nurse she is responsible for cleaning and organizing my household. One of the qualities that I value the most is her pleasant disposition. She...

- Jonathan H.

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