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Karen S.


Harwich, MA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Local Teacher

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Hi I am a certified special needs teacher with moderate and severe disability certifications. I am also certified to teach general education math and history. I have 3 older children. I am patient and soft spoken and like to keep kids busy with crafts, homework, and being outside.
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

My name is Maureen. I raised four boys of my own. I have been caring for children professionally since I was in college. I have extensive experience caring for special needs children. I bond quickly with the children I care for and their families. I graduated from Framingham State University, and began my career at a residential...
Maureen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kris D.


South Dennis, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

CPR Certified. Former EMT And Preschool Assistant - Knows Sign Language - Available Short Notice

5.0

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Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

**I have left MA and am traveling across the country in an RV! Please do not reach out if you're looking for help on Cape Cod.** I am an active, health conscious Reiki II practitioner. I have cared for families with multiple children, all ages (prefer newborn-4yo), multiples (twins and triplets) and special needs. Currently...
Kris can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kris babysat my 13 month old son when we vacationed in Cape Cod for Memorial Day weekend. She was so warm,calm and caring with my son, especially when he was upset with his teething. I felt really reassured that he was in good hands with Kris, while my wife and I...

Jo L.

I have 1. 5 years working in a special need classroom. My all time favorite job! I worked at a daycare for about 6 months. I love working with children and watching them learn and grow. I have 2 children, my daughter is 15. 5 and my son is 13. I have many years on non paid experience. I currently have a puppy who is 8 weeks and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Jade M.


Orleans, MA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have babysat kids from 9 months- 13-year-olds. I have volunteered at an after school program(grades k-5). I worked at the zooquarium and worked with animals as well as the kids that came. Last summer I was a nanny/ farm hand for a family out in Oregon with three kids aged 4, 6, and 13 where I also did light housekeeping and...
Jade can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Heidi M.


Brewster, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

My Experience With Special Care Population

From my children throughout my years of teaching including family daycare, I have worked w special children.
Hello! I am Cheryl and look forward to hearing from you. I have years of experience in the healthcare field, both in holistic education and in home care. I truly love what I do and strive to make sure all my clients are living up to their own personal best. I am caring, patient, highly organized and always professional. I have...
Caregiver by nature. I have been a care provider for the last 15 years. I worked privately with the elderly and also in leveled care facilities. I also have been an estate manager, also provided child care, transportation, meal preposition, errands, etc. I am reliable, an experienced and a real people person. I find helping, and...
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Carly B.


Chatham, MA

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Loving Babysitter With Over 5 Years Of Experience

I have my own transportation so I would be able to do pick up/ drop off for summer activities, or even errands for the family I am with. I would also be able to do overnights for weekends or week days! I am a patient, understanding person who has also worked with special needs children. I also have experience with newborns and...
Carly can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

I've been a pediatric nurse for special needs and medically fragile children for 25 years. I have been doing elderly home care past few years. I have references for both pediatric and geriatric per request.
Tammy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah M.


Brewster, MA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Tutor

I have worked as a 1 on 1 as an assistant teacher in an elementary school for three years in a substantially separate classroom and for 1 year as a teachers aid doing small pull out/push in lessons. I left that position to fulfill a masters degree in Special Education (Grades K-8). Currently looking for part-time positions.
I have cared for children with physical and mental disabilities before. I have experience with feeding tube care, OT, PT and speech therapy providers and working alongside them. Caring for children with sensory processing disorder and autism.
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Caroline C.


South Dennis, MA

$28-35/hr5 yrs exp

Personal Caregiver For Mature Aged

Hi! My name is Caroline and I love caring for all people! My background includes caring for special needs children to 92! I love being a companion! I am well versed in bathing, dressing, light housekeeping, meal prep, med prep and errands. I love to play cards, crochet, take walks, chit-chat and can find happiness in just about...
Caroline can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
I am katelyn. I am a mom of 3 of my own kids 16, 12 and 6. We love finding new places to go and walk, we love finding new playgrounds, we do lots of crafts, we love going to the zoo. Playing outside when it's nice out. I work with kids with special needs right now. I worked with adults with disabilities for a year and 1/2. I...
Katelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Gianna K.


Orleans, MA

$21-35/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter, Nanny, Housesitter, And Petsitter !

Hello! My name is Gianna. I have 7 years of experience working with children and animals. I can help with transportation, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and much more! I am currently a Registered Behavior Technician and I work for children with special needs. I am here to help however I can!
Gianna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jane M.


South Dennis, MA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have a Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences Gerontology- Study of Aging. Currently, I am a caregiver for my elderly father. I am able to assist with light-duty activities such as being a companion, making a meal, running errands etc. I have a flexible schedule and would love to assist in caring for someone in...
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William H.


Chatham, MA

$29-37/hr2 yrs exp

Aide/caregiver

Hello I am sure I can be of help to your family. I am very excited about this opportunity. I was recently helping a gentleman who was a hundred and 2 years old. I have much experience, and I look forward to speaking with you
Hi! I'm Maggie and I've been a sitter for about 11 years now from newborns to preteens. I've made amazing connections with the families I've worked for in the past, and keep in touch with them regularly. I have experience in ABA services and working with children that have autism and special needs. I'm moving to NYC soon, and...
Margaret can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Megan L.


West Yarmouth, MA

$22-25/hr9 yrs exp

Fun Loving, Experienced College Grad !

Hi all. I hope this note finds you well! My name is Megan and I am 26 years old and moved to the cape about a year ago. I have loved exploring the area and finding new things to do. I have many years of childcare/ nanny experience, have experience with special needs, twins and all age groups! I am also CPR, AED, first aid and...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Doreen M.


West Yarmouth, MA

$15-20/hr

I Was A Special Needs Teacher For 35 Years.

I also took in 3 foster children for 6 months and I took care of 2 boys for a private family for 5 years.

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