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Katherine B.


Easthampton, MA

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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I have extensive experience teaching and caring for children ages 3 through middle school. I currently work as an occupational therapy assistant at the preschool and elementary level. In this position, I have developed substantial experience with special needs/neurodivergent kids. My expertise lies in helping adapt and modify...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Monica C.


Colrain, MA

$18-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Outdoorsy Creative Sitter!

I have 4 years of experience in childcare, ranging from newborn until 10 years old. I have two kiddos that will be accompanying me. They are 4m and 2y old. I also have extensive experience with children and adults with special needs. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I believe in outdoor play and...
Monica can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Melissa B.


Easthampton, MA

$18-23/hr • 4 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have both personal and professional experience caring for people diagnosed with ADHD, ASD, and mental health challenges. I have also been an EMT for going on 4 years, and have experience with food allergies and epilepsy. My experience also encompasses being a Special Education Advocate where I not only helped clients get what...
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Meaghan G.


Athol, MA

$15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fourth Grade Teacher With Special Education Experience

I am a fourth grade teacher who has a background in special education. I have worked with a variety of students with special needs, including ADD, ADHD, ODD, Down's Syndrome, Autism, etc. I also have experience working as a PCA for a family with a child who has multiple disabilities (CP, autism, deaf/blind). I love children and...
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Emma G.


Northampton, MA

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hello! I am Emma, I have over 5 years of childcare experience in a variety of settings. Most recently I have been a 1:1 para educator for special needs children. I also have a background in dance education and would love to bring some fun and movement to your home! I believe that every child brings their own energy and set of...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Emily M.


South Hadley, MA

$50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-time Speech Therapist

I'm a speech-language pathologist with four years experience working with high school students with disabilities. I've also worked part-time at an outpatient speech center 1:1 with pre-school and elementary age students. I am interested in connecting with families as a private speech-language pathologist for families looking to...
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Paulina A.


Northampton, MA

$20-28/hr • 7 yrs exp

Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time

I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
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Samantha H.


Florence, MA

$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

hello, i'm sam. i'm a mother of 2 myself but prior to becoming a mom I would always help friends that had kids. I have been hands on in some school rooms as well. I have hands on experience with special needs. I am a very patient and empathetic person. I love being able to help care for kids
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Phyllis M.


Florence, MA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Loving Child Care Provider Available

We just moved to Florence MA, our children are attending Hartsbrook Waldorf School in Hadley MA and I am looking to take care of your baby or toddler or children during school hours. I LOVE children and babies! I have been a nanny, a preschool teacher, an art teacher an early intervention specialist, a homeschooling mama, and a...
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Paulina A.


Northampton, MA

$18-28/hr • 7 yrs exp

Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time

I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
Paulina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kelsey S.


Granby, MA

$15-18/hr • 1 yrs exp

Behavior Technician

Behavioral technician with experience with all ages. I primarily work with children with autism Monday - Friday 9a-12p. I can provide full reference.
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Benjamin K.


Greenfield, MA

$22-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Benny

I am an artist, childcare provider, and camp counselor with 10 years of experience teaching and working with children of all ages. I'm currently looking for full time opportunities. My favorite thing about working with kids is being able to help them explore and learn and creatively express themselves. As a babysitter I pride...
Benjamin can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Karen P.


Northampton, MA

$23-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Fun And Active Babysitter!

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

My name is Karen I have spent 10 years caring for children of all ages from 3mon-15-year-olds all over Massachusetts and Connecticut. I provided safe care, entertainment, meals if desired, and most special requests, among other things. I'm a newly grad dental assistant. I have plenty of references, am fully vaccinated, have a...
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Kelsey B.


Northampton, MA

$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

About Me

My work started off walking children from the Autism unit to their buses, from there I took care of one ASD individual for 6 years from age 6-13. After that I was in an inclusion classroom setting for 1 year with children ages 3-5. I also majored in Psychology in college with a focus on ABA.
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Steffanie A.


Chicopee, MA

$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp

Friendly, Energetic Sitter

Hi! My name is Steffanie and I have 2 years of experience as a special needs paraprofessional in the school system working with elementary and middle school aged children. I also have experience as a mental health counselor where I cared for children by providing fun, creative games to learn and play as well as always made sure...
Steffanie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Renae V.


Athol, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Date Night/Weekend Babysitter

I have experience watching up to 5 children, ages newborn to 12. I have watched children with special needs, and am able to cook, clean, and bring them wherever needed. I am also okay with helping take care of animals. CPR and First Aid trained.
Renae can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Joely F.


Northampton, MA

$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp

Babysitter/special Needs Caregiver

Hi! My name is Joely and I'm 20. I'm a local college student and I have my own car. I love kids and have experience with them from my siblings (one of which is special needs) and other babysitting jobs! Feel free to contact me!
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Haley G.


Athol, MA

$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have had experience working with children aged 1-13, as well an adult with Autism. I enjoy one-on-one interactions with others, as I am patient, calm, and attentive, while being able to set boundaries. I assist with administering medicine, cooking meals, running errands, and reporting to family members.
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Janet D.


Ludlow, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Experienced patient, compassionate Caregiver. Give me a call and let's chat about your needs. Thank you, Janet
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Laura R.


Easthampton, MA

$20-45/hr • 9 yrs exp

I have been working with children for nine years (five of those years I specialized in working with kids with autism, and two specializing in applied behavior analysis). I am a registered behavior technician (RBT), working towards becoming a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA). I began working in this field because I want to...

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