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Hello! All throughout high school I interned in the intensive education department and was an ABA last summer. My mother is a special education teacher therefore this has been my entire life, in high school we started a group for intensive education students to bond with general education students and make life long memories and...
I've worked in ABA for about 4 years. Before I worked in residential services for 4 years and dealt with some clients who were special needs. I have always loved caring for children and I'm always more than happy to go above and beyond to ensure safety and happiness. I love to teach and engage in fun social activities with my...
Nida O.
Leicester, MA
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Nida&I'm from Leicester, Massachusetts. I'm a 22-year-old student-athlete at SNHU, where I'm studying sociology. I'm currently looking for part-time babysitting or dog sitting opportunities. I'm currently a behavior tech for children with autism!
I have experience in both baby sitting & dog sitting.
I've...
Nida can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Samantha. I have been nannying for just over 5 years while putting myself through graduate school. I am 27 years old and have a Masters degree in School Psychology with an Applied Behavior Analysis concentration. I am a full time school psychologist in a public elementary school and I am looking for...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sam is wonderful nanny! She was great with my 2 children (3 and 7). She helped with remote learning and had fun with the kids. The playroom was always clean and she helped out with housework as well. We would have loved to keep her, but she is pursuing graduate...
Stacey F.
Holly P.
Cherry Valley, MA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm 50yrs old and living
I have worked with both children and adults with a wide range of disabilities that includes neurological, emotional, developmental, and extensive behavioral issues, in residential, public schools, and private settings for over 20 years.
I am very good at what I do and love making a difference in other...
5.0
"Holly was reliable, respectful, patient and supportive. At the same time, she was able to maintain boundaries while fostering on-going growth and development. She will be an asset to anyone needing supports!"
Cherie M.
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: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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...
Crystal R.
5.0
(1)
I am work assisting elderly at their houses. also experienced in special need care and pets assistance as well.
Caring and loving person, being able to help in other people's lives makes my own life better.
Joselin can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Joselin has been caring for my elderly father for a year and a half. She is reliable, caring and trustworthy. She goes above and beyond caring for my father and we are lucky to have her. You can tell she truly cares for her patients and I highly recommend Joselin!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
The love of my life is autistic ( there is not a lot more to say) .. autistic it's not easy and challenge me everyday but make me a better human more empathetic with other make me able to care others ( no matters who) with love and patience
5.0
"May 2023:
Joselin was a very responsive provider for our young adult son and jumped right into helping him, accommodating his schedule/meeting him when he requested, once they had met.
She is kind and compassionate and had an understanding of his autism,...
Paula E.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My experience as a nanny has been just over 10 years. I began watching my first child in my early teens during my summer vacations and continued to watch my neighbor's children, and friends of the family's children. I have also connected with many great family's through Care. com.
I am very comfortable with all age groups of...
Sierra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sierra has been working with us for a few months now. We really love working with her. She is positive, energetic, and wonderful with our young toddler son. She makes him giggle constantly, and takes great care of him, doing the bedtime routine often. She also...
Jennie G.
Sarah P.
Rutland, MA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Care For All Ages And All Abilities, Tutoring Offered, Part Time
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
In 2009 I began volunteering at in the Art department at a day program for adults with developmental disabilities. I immediately realized that this was something I wanted to continue doing. Since then I have worked at several day-hab facilities, including one which focused on teaching art to adults with behavioral challenges. I...
5.0
"Sarah came to watch my children once. They absolutely loved her! She entertained them the whole night and despite being allowed to have a movie night, I don't think they watched any TV. I would definitely hire her again."
Sara F.
Bendu S.
Worcester, MA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years experience caring for individuals with special needs. This field has brought me to know family. I enjoy working and making long lasting relationship.
5.0
"Bendu has been the most wonderful help for my sister who has special needs! She is great with communication, has lots of experience, and willing to help with any needs my sister has including assisting with bathing and accompanying her to MD appointments. She has...
Joanna B.
Jenny P.
Worcester, MA
$16-21/hr
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My 2 oldest children have Tourette's. I have 2 good friends that are different degrees of autism that I reacted with often before COVID. I I would bring bowling or mini golfing and dance with . The other loved dancing and coloring but has little communication skills.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & 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
(1)
Hi! Over the years I have worked as a child/adult care provider, specializing in Special Needs. I have provided one on one care for kids, teens, and adults with a wide array of disabilities which include Behavioral Intervention, Management, and Modification. I have excellent references and would prefer to work 1:1. My skills are...
Holly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Holly cared for my son who has special needs...medical, social/emotional, and educational. She was very responsible and reliable. He quickly built trust with her and his skills improved in her care."
Kathleen C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have a B. A in preschool through 3rd grade.
I was a preschool and special needs teacher for several years. I worked as a Development Specialist for Early Intervention working w children 6 months to 3 years old. I've been in childcare for the past 20 years. I find working with children a fun and rewarding experience. When I...
Hello! My name is Samantha and I am looking to connect with a family for a summer/part time schedule. I work in the public schools as a Behavior Specialist. My child care experience dates back over 15 years. I previously was a pre school teacher for 3 years as well as a behavior technician working with children in the special...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a 27-year-old elementary school student teacher with years of childcare experience. I have nannied for families with children of all ages and have also worked with children with special needs, so I understand the importance of providing individualized care and attention. I would love to help your family with after-school...
Makenzi can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
For the past five years I have worked as an RBT (registered behavioral technician) with children ages 3-11 with special needs. I currently am a paraprofessional working in the School District in their intensive needs classroom grades preschool- first grade. I have experience with children with ASD, Down Syndrome along with...
Alysia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Carina O.
Worcester, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Large experience with children. Past 6 years I worked as babysitter for a family in Shrewsbury. Worked for Thom early intervention with special needs children. Many years as CNA for Alzheimer's center and house cleaner/ keeper. Love kids and pets. I always work beyond my bosses expectations. Reliable and supportive person.
Carina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CNA
Alexis M.
Spencer, MA
$18-24/hr • 7 yrs exp
My name is Lexi. I'm 26 years old and I work as a professional clinical case manager full time at a hospital. I've nannied through care. com in the past as well as privately over the past 7 years. I have experience with kids aged 0-16 and I can handle all levels of care including special needs! I love to work with kids and...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Leicester, MA
Samantha A.
5.0
Sam is wonderful nanny! She was great with my 2 children (3 and 7). She helped with remote learning and had fun with the kids. The playroom was always clean and she helped out with housework as well. We would have loved to keep her, but she is pursuing graduate school.
- Stacey F.
Holly P.
5.0
Holly was reliable, respectful, patient and supportive. At the same time, she was able to maintain boundaries while fostering on-going growth and development. She will be an asset to anyone needing supports!
- Cherie M.
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.
Joselin N.
5.0
Joselin has been caring for my elderly father for a year and a half. She is reliable, caring and trustworthy. She goes above and beyond caring for my father and we are lucky to have her. You can tell she truly cares for her patients and I highly recommend Joselin!
- Care member
Joselin N.
5.0
May 2023:
Joselin was a very responsive provider for our young adult son and jumped right into helping him, accommodating his schedule/meeting him when he requested, once they had met.
She is kind and compassionate and had an understanding of his autism, which no doubt comes from having her...
- Paula E.
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