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Jessica C.


Wakefield, MA

$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello All, I am a graduate student from Bridgewater State University majoring in Sociology and Early Education. I have worked in the school system for about five years now with all different age group children- including special needs. I also have over 10 years of babysitting experience and have gotten numerous jobs off Care....
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Jess was great! We booked with her last minute to look after our kids. Kids were at their worst as they had massive cabin fever after a few days out of school. It was also a rainy day so everyone was stuck inside. Jess arrived on time, kept kids entertained for...

Laura G.

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Paula R.


Malden, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compasionate Caregiver With Diverse Experience

Experienced caregiver, worked with animals, community programs, and nurturing children. My childcare journey began in high school, caring for my godmother's children, aged 7 and 10. Later, I became an au pair in the US, caring for two children, ages 2 and 5, where I handled school activities, driving, and playtime. I then cared...
Paula can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I would definitely recommend her. She is very sweet and responsible."

Paula R.

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Jennifer L.


North Billerica, MA

$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver/ Preschool Teacher/ Nanny/House Manager

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My Professional experience includes nannying and house managing full time for the previous head of the an independent international boarding school in Rabun Gap Georgia for 9 years. l also nannied for 1 other head and 2 other administrators on Rabun Gap Nacoochee campus over a 10 year span. I have been working with newborn to...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jennifer did a great job for us. She came on at the last minute after another sitter canceled on us. She handled the infants excellently. Each from a different family at my daughter's wedding. "

Diana O.

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Lauren P.


Wakefield, MA

$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver, Nanny, Babysitter, Etc.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Speech-Language Pathologist who works with children of all ages with a variety of needs. I am looking to nanny part-time in addition to my role as a speech-language pathologist.
5.0
"Lauren is amazing and has been a great addition to our family. She made a huge difference and contributed to my 2 year old son like no one else did. His social and communication skills improved by a lot because of Lauren."

Natalie D.

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Olivia B.


Arlington, MA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Caring for those with special needs is absolutely what I am most passionate about. I have a bachelors in moderate special education PreK-8 and a masters in Severe Special Education. I currently work in Malden MA as a special education teacher. I work with individuals with a range of special needs. I have worked with children as...
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Rafael V.


Melrose, MA

$35-40/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Psychologist by degree love to deal with all kind of patients. Positive attitude makes the difference for a good progress. Licensed CNA - 4 years experience with elderly patients with different diagnosis. Large experience with patients with Chronic pain disease related, pain management, dementia, and depression. MAP (medication...
5.0
"We have been very grateful to hire Rafael to mentor my son who is on the spectrum and has other psychiatric diagnoses. Rafael is extremely professional, well versed in his field and has not only been helpful in terms of working to progress maturity and social...

Beth S.

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Casey V.


Somerville, MA

$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a caregiver with 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development led me to this profession, and I strive to make a positive impact on their lives. I'm patient, calm, and friendly. I enjoy a variety of activities with children, including outdoor sports, board...
Casey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Rachel A.


Brookline, MA

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am patient and love the company of children. At 13 I babysat in the neighborhood. At 16 I worked for the Kids Corner (recreational center) with kids ranging from 6 months to 9 years old; and became CPR certified. In high school I had a care giving job for a boy with autism. I also enrolled in an HSE (human service exploration)...
5.0
"Rachel has been so helpful to our family! Our kids love her and get so excited when "Miss Rachel" is coming over. She helps out with meal preparation for the kids and the house is always tidy at the end of the day. We would definitely continue to hire Rachel for...

Kendra P.

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Olivia B.


Arlington, MA

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Olivia and I am currently a special education Kindergarten teacher in the Waltham Public Schools. I have a license in both moderate special needs Prek-8 and a masters in severe special needs, all levels. I have extensive experience nannying and I feel very confident when working and looking after...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"We have LOVED having Olivia! She is very helpful in making our kids feel welcomed. She constantly tries new things to help a kid feel comfortable when they are crying and can calm them down. She truly has an intuition on how to find the needs each and every kid...

Ashlee H.

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Hannah M.


Allston, MA

$15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have so much experience with special needs children. I have volunteered in special needs classrooms for five years, volunteered as a day camp counselor for two years at a special needs camp and worked as a camp counselor at a special needs summer camp for six summers. I have experience with many special needs, such as Autism,...
5.0
"Hannah worked for us a few months. We have a six-year-old with Autism who is home schooled. Her basic responsibilities were doing assignments (assigned by me), play with my son, and make him feel special. My son isn't easy to work with. Hannah kept him engaged with...

Jenna V.

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Alma M.


Winchester, MA

$35-50/hr • 17 yrs exp

Experienced, Bilingual, Loving, Fun And Dependable Professional Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in Panama. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. My professional child care experience expands across all age groups (from newborns to teenagers), including kids with special needs. I have worked in a variety of...
Alma can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alma helped us care for our daughter from about 1 to 1.5 years old. We ended up moving from the city which is why we couldn't keep Alma on as our nanny. It was so clear after we met Alma in person that she was the right fit for our family. Our daughter was...

Cristina D.

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Elena D.


Everett, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Active Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Elena! I am a kind, compassionate and loving caregiver, born and raised in Massachusetts. I am Italian and Irish with a huge family of over 30 cousins, so naturally born, I was born into my role as babysitter! I am the only girl out of my siblings, with 3 brothers, so I was raised responsible and tough! I am...
Elena can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Elena was punctual and courteous. My daughter was always happy and laughing while playing with Elena!"

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Meagan S.


Wakefield, MA

$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp

I Love Being Goofy And Making Anybody I Can Laugh

I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. I have been working at a local high school as a paraprofessional. I work with special needs teenagers- special needs including, ADHD, autism, dyslexia, learning/ socially delayed students. I've built many relationships throughout my time at the school and love...
Meagan can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Gina S.


Somerville, MA

$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Responsible, Caring Graduate Student

I am a master's student who has primarily worked with kids with special needs for the last five years. I also spent the last year taking care of an elderly man in his late 60's with basic housekeeping and assisting physically when needing (bathing, dressing etc.) I have a lot of compassion for others and enjoy caring for others...
Gina can also help with: Companionship, respite care, personal care, mobility assistance
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Christina C.


Billerica, MA

$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Custom Care Giver Available

My experience as a personal care provider began when I was attending Northern Essex Community College, majoring in Human Services. For 10+ years I have expanded my knowledge and duties as a PCA. My experience includes special needs and elder care: helping with ADL's, mobility, cleaning, meal prepping, medication prompting etc.....
Christina can also help with: Home modification, personal care
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Becky D.


Weston, MA

$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp

I'm an enthusiastic 50-year-old mother of three older children/young adults! Looking to get out and start helping others! I have experience with children, seniors and special needs (oldest son has autism) and a huge heart! I have my own car and a clean driving record. Willing to do reoccurring jobs and one time jobs as well!
Becky can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Sarah F.


Winchester, MA

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Sarah, I am 26 years old and have a passion for helping those that are differently abled. I am studying Psychology but have experience with autism, ABA, and other forms of special needs.
Sarah can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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Bridget R.


Brighton, MA

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

I have an extensive background with children of many populations; ranging from children who are typically developing to children, with special needs and life threatening illnesses. I have been working as a babysitter since age 15 and working professionally with children ranging from infants to adolescents for the past 4 years.
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Mikayla L.


Waltham, MA

$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello, my name's Mikayla. I am an elementary school art teacher in Wellesley. I have also worked at a preschool so I have lots of experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs.
Mikayla can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Mikaela A.


Malden, MA

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available!

I have experience as a full time nanny for 4 years, including children with special needs. My previous nanny position required me to drive children to/from extracurricular activities, meal prep, help with homework, take care of dog, and clean house.
Mikaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lexington, MA

Jessica C.

5.0

Jess was great! We booked with her last minute to look after our kids. Kids were at their worst as they had massive cabin fever after a few days out of school. It was also a rainy day so everyone was stuck inside. Jess arrived on time, kept kids entertained for several hours, and took care of a...

- Laura G.

Paula R.

5.0

I would definitely recommend her. She is very sweet and responsible.

- Paula R.

Jennifer L.

5.0

Jennifer did a great job for us. She came on at the last minute after another sitter canceled on us. She handled the infants excellently. Each from a different family at my daughter's wedding.

- Diana O.

Lauren P.

5.0

Lauren is amazing and has been a great addition to our family. She made a huge difference and contributed to my 2 year old son like no one else did. His social and communication skills improved by a lot because of Lauren.

- Natalie D.

Rafael V.

5.0

We have been very grateful to hire Rafael to mentor my son who is on the spectrum and has other psychiatric diagnoses. Rafael is extremely professional, well versed in his field and has not only been helpful in terms of working to progress maturity and social appropriateness for my son but he has...

- Beth S.

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