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Special needs caregivers in Housatonic, MA

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Diane K.


Housatonic, MA

$20-50/hr20 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as cheerful, enthusiastic & caring I like caring for people with special needs because I have lots of experience in this area & I have an affinity for this area. I'm looking for a job that has parents who are a combination of structured and carefree, similar to myself. I started caring for people...

Jacqulyn S.


Lee, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Looking To Create Smiles

5.0

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As someone with a lifelong passion for helping others, I have always thrived in going above and beyond to help anyone. I thoroughly enjoy sharing my love of learning and caring with people, which has allowed me to gain valuable skills including patience and a strong work ethic. I am excited about the possibility of sharing my...
5.0
"Jacqulyn is kind, and caring when it comes to children! My daughter has a lot of sensory issues and Jacqulyn figured out how to interact with my daughter so they could both have fun and since then my daughter won't stop talking about her or her kids. We love...

Brandyn B.

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Patrick M.


Lee, MA

$20-50/hr

Caring Professional

Hey my name is Patrick. I'm very active and outgoing. I have two years childcare experience working at a summer camp. Where I received CPR and first aid training. I also have two years experience, looking after a child with high functioning autism. I currently work as a community hab worker for adults with special needs. I'm...
Patrick can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, live-in home care, light cleaning
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Patrick M.


Lee, MA

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

Caring Professional

I like caring for people with special needs because I love knowing I'm making a difference in people's lives that wouldn't have the opportunity otherwise.
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Patrick M.


Lee, MA

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

Caring Proffesional

Hey my name is Patrick. I'm very active and outgoing. I have two years childcare experience working at a summer camp. Where I received CPR and first aid training. I also have two years experience, looking after a child with high functioning autism. I currently work as a community hab worker for adults with special needs. I'm...
Patrick can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Taylor D.


Great Barrington, MA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Compassionate House/Pet Sitter And Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked as a Pastry Chef for 2 years, but discovered that I wanted to go back to school for massage therapy. I play a few instruments, and enjoy the theater. Hiking, biking, swimming, drawing, meditation, and yoga are some of my interests. I'm a caring and generous person. My favorite thing about children is their...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jean H.


Hillsdale, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I have many years of experience and have great intuition, patience and mindfulness in supporting anyone with special needs.
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Madison F.


Chatham, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

A Warm, Positive And Fun Girl!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel, Swimming Supervision and day to day care . I taught gymnastics at Flach gymnastics academy. I worked with children ages 1-16. I taught special needs classes on Saturday's as well as private lessons. I am a very positive outgoing lover of life. I can't wait to meet you and...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Yazuri B.


Lenox, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Professional, With 12 Years Of Experience

Over the past few years, I've gained much experience working with children in various educational settings. I've served as a Shared Para-Professional in a kindergarten classroom at Muddy Brook Elementary and as a General Classroom Para at Mountainside Preschool. I've had the privilege of working with many children, including...
Yazuri can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

Sandra S.


Lenox, MA

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs And Education Provider

For the past 12 years I have worked in Special Education supporting the academic, behavioral and social-emotional needs of diverse student populations. I have taught in inclusive and sub-separate classrooms in lead and co-teaching roles, both in-person and via virtual formats. Through this experience, I have developed a solid...
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Amanda B.


Hudson, NY

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

12 Years Special Needs Caregiver Experience

I worked as a direct support professional for almost 12 years, and I stayed in the field so long because of how rewarding it can be. While employed at a former agency, I received an employee award for fulfilling the lifelong dream of one of my individuals. At the last agency I was employed at, I received employee of the month...
5.0
"Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age daughter with special needs who requires prompts and...

Ilze E.

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Rachel S.


Pittsfield, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Extremely Fun Nanny :)

I have 10 years of experience. I have special needs background, and practice gentle parenting! Please message me with any and all questions! I'm very peaceful and passionate, and I love developing friendships with families.
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Compassionate and patient. Has babysat my daughter multiple times and she always gets picked up with a smile on her face, asking when she is going back. Her son is well behaved and a great friend/ play mate for my daughter while she is getting babysat. Rachel...

Kristen E.

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Crystal M.


Pittsfield, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Arianna J.


Ghent, NY

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mom of a 5-year-old and I am CPR/AED certified. I have experience with children with special needs as well. I'm crafty, willing to help with homework, play sports or fun games, you name it. I'm the fun babysitter and would love to help you.
Arianna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Crystal M.


Pittsfield, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"I highly recommend Crystal as a senior caregiver. She took care of my 90 yr Father for over a year until his recent passing. She was professional, knowledgeable, very caring, extremely organized and attentive. She got along well with the other caregivers and had...

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Karin T.


Valatie, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

RN Available Full-time With Extensive Experience With Geriatric/special Needs Populations

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

RN with 25 years of direct care experience now working in home care. I've worked with dementia/Alzheimer's patients as well as the MR/DD population. I'm happy to do hygiene care, PT, household chores, food shopping, and med appointments, as well.
Karin can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
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Melinda W.


South Egremont, MA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Companionate Senior Caregiver

caring understanding soft spoken I like caring for seniors because making a difference in their life. companionship. enjoy caring. I'm looking for a job that is fulfilling engagement I started caring for seniors when about five years ago, started in homecare& nursing home. currently working full-time with...
Melinda can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
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Alexandra W.


Hudson, NY

$16-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Also Dog Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a CPR-certified and education-certified nanny with over 8 years of experience, I have a strong background in working with children aged 5 months to 12 years. My passion for toddler development has been honed through extensive work in daycares and Montessori settings. With a background in music education, I incorporate...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
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Stephanie W.


Hudson, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

I am a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with an exceptional work record and have a lot of experience in all aspects of the nursing field, including pediatrics, geriatrics, vents, assisted feeding machine and so much more. I am CPR and AED certified, therefore I can and will handle emergencies if they occur.
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Arianna J.


Ghent, NY

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

I worked with Aim Services Inc for 3 years with their self direction program. I helped people with mobility issues, wanting to learn social skills and independence, and so much more. I love working with kids as I am a mom myself but I also have experience working with young adults and seniors. Most of my experience is with...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Housatonic, MA

Jacqulyn S.

5.0

Jackie has been a godsend. Very knowledgeable, compassionate and efficient with all aspects of caring for our elderly mom with serous dementia.

- Care member

Amanda B.

5.0

Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age daughter with special needs who requires prompts and skill-building on a number of daily...

- Ilze E.

Rachel S.

5.0

Rachel has always been great! Lots of updates throughout the day and my son loves her. Couldn't be happier!

- Anne H.

Crystal M.

5.0

I highly recommend Crystal as a senior caregiver. She took care of my 90 yr Father for over a year until his recent passing. She was professional, knowledgeable, very caring, extremely organized and attentive. She got along well with the other caregivers and had such a positive attitude. We will...

- Care member

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