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Jovanna B.


Leicester, MA

$18-23/hr1 yrs exp

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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...
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Amanda H.


Leicester, MA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

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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...
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Samantha A.


Worcester, MA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Samantha. I have been on and off babysitting and nannying for just over 5 years. I am 23 years old and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I have experience working with children with special needs as I have been working for the past year with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and I am...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Katherine B.


Oakham, MA

$15-16/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Seeking Employment

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:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kate (Katherine) has been a pleasure to work with. She has been easy to communicate with and I feel very comfortable having her in my house. My son loves her and can't wait until she comes back again. I would recommend her without hesitation."

Katrina K.

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Joselin N.


Worcester, MA

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Experience With Autism

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.

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Sierra O.


Worcester, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Mother's Helper/Date Night/Weekend Sitter

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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Sierra took care of my 2 yr old son for about six months. It was a real pleasure working with her. She is very reliable, loving and caring. She would always keep him occupied with activities like coloring. She is very mature for her age and knows how to take care...

Nandini K.

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Bendu S.


Worcester, MA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

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.

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Jessica T.


Oxford, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed educator with experience working with children that have autism, ADHD, PTSD, depression, anxiety, seizure disorders, emotional disturbances, speech impairments and physical impairments.

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.
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Madi T.


Jefferson, MA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, 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.

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Susan S.


Spencer, MA

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare

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...
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Samantha C.


Worcester, MA

$27-45/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

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:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Alysia L.


Millbury, MA

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

RBT

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Alexis M.


Spencer, MA

$18-24/hr7 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, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Julie M.


Millbury, MA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Julie. I'm an experienced caregiver and have been working in the field professionally for 10 years.\n\nIn 2014 I became a teacher's assistant at a private school for children with special needs, which inspired me to pursue a career in ABA (Applied behavioral analysis). Since, I have worked in the public school...
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Holly P.


Cherry Valley, MA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

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...
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Laurie R.


Paxton, MA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hello, I am married with 3 adult children and 4 grandchildren. Looking to take care of a medically challenged or special needs that need 1:1 love, care and attention. Also I Can Provide Senior Care
Laurie can also help with: Hospice services, dementia
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CNA

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Joselin N.


Worcester, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time To Personal Care Attendant Work

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: Companionship, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Diane D.


Holden, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with emotionally disturbed children for eight years and presently am working for a family with a special needs that has a chromosomal disorder. I am a certified teacher of young children with special needs.

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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.

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

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.

Sierra O.

5.0

Sierra took care of my 2 yr old son for about six months. It was a real pleasure working with her. She is very reliable, loving and caring. She would always keep him occupied with activities like coloring. She is very mature for her age and knows how to take care of kids really well. My son was...

- Nandini K.

Bendu S.

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 been an answer to prayer! Highly...

- Joanna B.

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