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Katherine B.


Easthampton, MA

$15-25/hr4 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:

First Aid

CPR

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Brenda C.


Ware, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Been In The Medical Field For 28 Years. Love What I Do.

I have been in the medical field for 35 years. I have done all kinds of levels of care. I owned and operated a nursing home for 10 years. I had 4 special needs adults during that time. I enjoy what I do and find it very rewarding.
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Hannah A.


Ludlow, MA

$20-40/hr2 yrs exp

About Me!

I like working with kids because I am the oldest daughter in a family of 8. I have always been the caregiver. I started working with kids when I was 12 and babysat family. I am currently a special needs paraprofessional. I started this career after graduating college in August 2023 for Child Psychology. In my spare time, I...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Monica C.


Colrain, MA

$18-30/hr1 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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Meaghan G.


Athol, MA

$10-15/hr7 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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Melissa B.


Easthampton, MA

$18-23/hr4 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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Emma G.


Northampton, MA

$20-25/hr7 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, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Emily M.


South Hadley, MA

$50/hr4 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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Samantha H.


Florence, MA

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

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, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

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Paulina A.


Northampton, MA

$20-28/hr7 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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Phyllis M.


Florence, MA

$15-20/hr10 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/hr7 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Gilda S.


Athol, MA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Seasoned Mom

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm a mom and an experienced homeschooler that has graduated her children. I'm looking to be on call or to be that sitter for the family who needs a break and they know their children are safe. I love to incorporate educational opportunities in all I do. I have experience with Twins and with some special needs and can...
Gilda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello! I am currently in School for Education at Bay Path College, while also working full time as a ABA programming assistant. Through this career I have found such a passion and love for caring for others. I would love to get to know you and your family!
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Kelsey S.


Granby, MA

$13-18/hr1 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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Nick P.


Northampton, MA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

My mom has been a caregiver for over 20 years, so naturally I have been around and worked with kids all my life. I helped with walks, supervised children outside, changed diapers, did meal prep, and served meals. Recently, I have been working with a 12-year-old special needs child while simultaneously watching several daycare...
Nick can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
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Benjamin K.


Greenfield, MA

$22-50/hr10 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Karen P.


Northampton, MA

$23-25/hr9 yrs exp

Fun And Active Babysitter!

Hired by 7 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: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Kelsey B.


Northampton, MA

$25-35/hr7 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

$13-18/hr2 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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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