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Jeanne S.
Amherst, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have always had an open mind and heart to those with special needs of any sort. I have family that is special needs, and my best friend of 11 years has been diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, Paranoid Schizophrenia, and is Manic Depressive.
I do not hold anything against anyone and would like to pride myself in my patience...
I have worked with children ages ranging from 4 days old to 15 years old. I have been babysitting for 10 plus years. I have a degree in Elementary Education and Special Education and a concentration in Behavioral Studies. I worked at a daycare and have experience in all ages from infant to preschool. Multiple children at a time...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I am happy to help care and show love and kindness to people living with disabilities. I am a compassionate and empathetic person who is willing to learn routines and help make a difference in individual and family's lives.
Georgia H.
Amherst, MA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have been working with kids for about six years now. I have worked with all ages, children with special needs, and learning disabilities.
I'm also currently employed at Northampton Athletic Club as a childcare provider which has given me experience working with larger groups of children at a time.
Georgia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have just moved back to Massachusetts after living in Brooklyn, NY for the past 40 years. During that time I've worked as a a NYC special education teacher as well as a private educational therapist working with children with special needs and helping their families with support and coaching. I specialize in working...
Gisele can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I am very experienced with and passionate about working with individuals of a wide range of ages and abilities. I have taught preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, and middle school special ed in the past and have completed direct volunteer services to kids and adults with many different disabilities. I have also worked as a behavior...
Hello, My name is Maya . I am a 20-year-old sophomore at Umass Amherst. I have always loved kids, especially kids with medical issues and special needs. I am currently a Biology major on a pre-med track hoping to one day be a pediatrician. I have experience with care giving to kids with cerebral palsy and other special needs.
I am a trained ABA therapist, special needs paraprofessional, and former family daycare provider, as well as an experienced mother of three teenage boys. Non-smoker. Comfortable with pets. Able to cook, clean, run errands. CPR and First Aid certified. Senior care experience as primary caregiver to elderly mother in law, as well...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Rachel L.
Amherst, MA
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have worked and volunteered with children of all ages (up to 17) with varying degrees of abilities. I would love to lend a family in need of extra help whenever I can!
My name is Lukas, and I've been working with children and adults with disabilities of all types since I was 13. My experience ranges from students with OCD, ADHD, ADD, Asperger's, high functioning Autism, and neuromuscular physical disabilities. The experience that gave me the most fulfillment and where I felt the most effective...
Graduating nursing school this upcoming May. Only thing on my schedule is studying for the NCLEX- so I am very flexible!
Caroline M.
South Deerfield, MA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Part-time Care Giver For Children With Special Needs
I've worked as an aide with special needs children in public schools for a little over 4 years and worked with children on the autism spectrum ranging from elementary school to high school age. I also lived in an intentional community called Camphill Kimberton Hills in Pennsylvania for several months where I lived and worked...
Hello, I am am experienced Nanny, mother of 1 grandmother of two school aged children. Former pre K/infant toddler teacher. I've had years of course training, first aide/ CPR. My experience includes, Head counselor for Camp Seco, night nanny for infant triplets, Arts and crafts instructor for South End Community Center. Live in...
Darlene can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
Marcia V.
Amherst, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a registered nurse of 12 years with experience ranging from orthopedics to neurology to pulmonary and more. Here in Amherst I live with my girlfriend, 2 cats, 1 full time dog and 1 part time dog plus 5 goats. My dream job has always been to work in the NICU but for different reasons I have not pursued that yet. I...
Marcia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hello! I am a registered nurse of 12 years with adult experience ranging from orthopedics to neurology to pulmonary and more. Here in Amherst I live with my girlfriend, 2 cats, 1 full time dog and 1 part time dog plus 5 goats. My dream job has always been to work in the NICU but for different reasons I have not pursued that yet....
I have many years experience working with all types of disabilities in a home and school setting. I am looking to supplement my current position with a part time care position in my area.
Rachel C.
Belchertown, MA
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Certified, Creative, Intuitive, Nurturing Experienced Care Provider
5.0
(4)
Hi! I am a fully vaccinated, certified Personal Care Assistant. I have been a care provider for 5 years, with experience in wound care, Alzheimers/Dementia, med management, mobility assistance, toileting, bathing, cooking, gardening, light cleaning, and organizing/clutter clearing.
I have also been a live-in House Manager at a...
5.0
"Rachel is incredibly patient, kind, and conscientious. In addition to knowing her for 20 years, I hired her a year ago to help with my 16-year-old son who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. She is wonderful with him and very caring - he really looks forward to...
Tonya D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Rav! I have been working in childcare for 10 years and I have been exclusively on care. com since 2020 as a full-time nanny. Last fall, nannying became less of a full-time job, as I started a new job as a high school math teacher for children with moderate disabilities. Since summer is coming, I have full-time...
Ravneet can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"The best! Took such loving care of my post-surgical dog, sent regular updates, was timely and reliable, and helped us feel calm leaving the dog in a needier-than-normal state. I will absolutely be asking her to dog-sit again!"
Ana D.
Lucas R.
Athol, MA
$28-33/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm from Brazil, I'm Patient, kind and will offer the best to you and your loved ones. I'm bachelor in architecture and I know to cook some good things . I love to go out and breathing fresh air, like to hike, swimming and skiing I also love to spend time with my dog Alisa.
I'm MAP, first aide and CPR trained .
5.0
"Lucas has done an absolutely wonderful job working with our son. He’s incredibly conscientious and caring and makes a genuine effort to understand and communicate with our essentially nonverbal son. We highly recommend him. "
Care member
I have several years of experience working as a caregiver with a wide variety of populations. I have a fun, patient and creative approach with children and I believe in allowing children to navigate their own learning experiences in the world. I have worked with special needs populations, children and pets for years. I am...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Leverett, MA
Rachel C.
5.0
Rachel is incredibly patient, kind, and conscientious. In addition to knowing her for 20 years, I hired her a year ago to help with my 16-year-old son who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. She is wonderful with him and very caring - he really looks forward to their time together.
We also both...
- Tonya D.
Ravneet G.
5.0
The best! Took such loving care of my post-surgical dog, sent regular updates, was timely and reliable, and helped us feel calm leaving the dog in a needier-than-normal state. I will absolutely be asking her to dog-sit again!
- Ana D.
Lucas R.
5.0
Lucas has done an absolutely wonderful job working with our son. He’s incredibly conscientious and caring and makes a genuine effort to understand and communicate with our essentially nonverbal son. We highly recommend him.
- Care member
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