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Special needs caregivers in Mendon, MA

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Steph B.


Mendon, MA

$15-19/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello! I currently work as a paraprofessional in a special education classroom when I am home from college. I am going into my senior year in the fall and I will graduate with a bachelors in elementary education, special educational and psychology!
My name is Andrea W. I have over 20 years experience working with children with special needs. My specialty is working with children with hearing loss but I have worked with a number of children with varying needs. I am fluent in American Sign Language and have training in Applied Behavioral Analysis. I am looking for full or...
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Doreen B.


Franklin, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Career Nanny Seeks Full-Time Position

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for over 25 years. I have experience with children of all ages, from newborns to teens, as well as have experience with preemies, multiples, and children with special needs. I have worked with many different families and have learned so much from each one. I worked with two families as a live-in...
Doreen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Doreen took care of our 2 year old son for 6 months until my mother was able to help us. She is dependable, professional and has significant childcare experience. She is always calm and never gets flustered (even with a screaming two year old!). She prepared meals...

Rosemary W.

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Neliy S.


Manville, RI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Neliy I been a CNA for 20 years now. I am very passionate of what I do. I have worked with children/disabled children and elders. I am a very outgoing person, High energy and positive.
5.0
"Neily is great! She came on time, with short notice, and stayed a little over the allotted time! Also very friendly and personable. I will definitely hire her again!"

Thomas K.

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Barbara J.


Blackstone, MA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a nursing assistant, I have been working as a CNA since 2006. I enjoyed working with people in needs and makes me feel good when I help some one who specially need help.
Barbara can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Barbara applies exceptional skills along with genuine compassion that has brought great relief to my family."

Ken C.

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Cecilia S.


Medway, MA

$28-45/hr10 yrs exp

Creative and Athletic Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'm one of seven children and I've been sitting since I was old enough to earn money. My three children are now young adults and on their own. I worked hard with them and their achievements make me a proud Momma! I am college educated, athletic, energetic, a lifelong learner, organized, conscientious, a great cook and I'm...
Cecilia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Due to a family emergency, we were unexpectedly staying at my mom's house for longer than expected and Cecilia came to the rescue! She cared for my almost 9-month old for a full week (working 8 AM - 6 AM) and I couldn't have been more pleased with her care. Cecilia...

Beth S.

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Liam M.


Milford, MA

$20-22/hr5 yrs exp

Caretaker With Experience In Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a former ABA therapist. I have worked for years at the Northshore consortium. I've been an in house tutor/caregiver. I worked as a literacy assistant at a highschool. I currently work as an after-school teacher. I have worked with different children of different needs of all ages. I am looking to work as a full time or part...
Liam can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Liam helped us immensely with after school care for our two sons, who were in 2nd and 4th grade at the time. He picked the boys up from school, supervised an after school snack/meal, helped with homework. Several times when we asked Liam to stay later, dinner and...

Yelena K.

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Mark H.


Medway, MA

$20-22/hr5 yrs exp

I like working with special needs kids doing activities that they like to do all aspects of bathing and grooming care with feeding making dinners Play clean up around the house
5.0
"Mark is very patient and understanding with a friendly personality. He watched my special needs daughter for 4 years. My daughter now is residing at a special needs school. But on the weekends she comes home and he still helps with her needs."

Maureen C.

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Nancy L.


Uxbridge, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello my Name is Nancy! I have over 20 years of experience caring for children from newborn to teen. I have years of professional in center experience as an EEC certified infant/toddler and Preschool teacher as well as a Nanny. I homeschooled my own children for many years also. I have experience with multiples, preemies, and...
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Morgan S.


Franklin, MA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have nannied for 14 years and babysat for 20 years now. I previously coached gymnastics for 15 years (before covid). I have three children of my own ranging from a toddler through school age. I love arts and crafts, spending time outside, and going to parks and libraries. I have nannied children ranging in age from 2...
Morgan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Morgan is a top notch caregiver with really great skills and obvious passion for childcare."

Samantha O.

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Rachel H.


Hopkinton, MA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible Adult Nanny

4.0

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I was a Nanny for many years prior to working with the School Systems as a Special Needs Educator. Later working in corporate america as a marketing manager. Unfortunately I was laid off and as most are aware the market is very soft with very few worthwhile positions. With that said; as a mother myself and a mature...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rachel was our nanny for three years. She was very punctual, polite and flexible...notified us early about any appointments or personal days and always had a backup plan for personal emergencies. "

Chandra S.

I have plenty of experience working with children as I took a pathway on early childhood education in high school! I have experience in babysitting children with special needs and disabilities! I also have worked with children in professional settings from preschool ages up to middle school. I am CPR trained, Babysitting...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Liz B.


Hopedale, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part-Time Schedule, Overnights & Weekends Infant-Senior & Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of two adult children who majored in Early Children Education, I worked in both public and private preschools, day cares, elementary schools as well as coaching youth and high school sports. During the Summer months I ran Camp Programs which included lifeguard duties and teaching swim lessons. I have experience...
Liz can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Kathryn M.


Franklin, MA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kathryn and I have about 10 years experience of babysitting. I work in the school system as an ABA/ESP and have experience with special needs. I am looking for some part time, or on occasion summer gigs. Please feel free to reach out!
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Hannah M.


Woonsocket, RI

$30-40/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter With Lots Of Experience!

I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Crafts and Laundry and light housekeeping. I have experience with working in a daycare for 4 years and I am one of five siblings, one being special needs. I am CPR and first aid certified.
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Donna C.


Hopkinton, MA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Companion With A Smile

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have taken care of many elderly family members over the years. I have been there companions and there friends. I have taken them shopping and played games with them. I have helped with there meals and and errands and have stayed overnight with them. A couple of them also had dementia and lived with my family so I am...
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Diane C.


Holliston, MA

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Teacher W Years Of Experience

I worked as a teacher for over 30 years. I retired but would like to continue working and helping individuals. Please reach out if you or a loved one needs care. I've worked with all ages and all ability levels. Thank you.
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Amanda D.


Franklin, MA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a certified Special Education Teacher working with students with moderate/severe disabilities but enjoy working with children of all abilities. I have experience working with behavioral, social, emotional, and cognitive challenges. I also have experience with medically fragile/complex children. I am familiar and...
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Melissa B.


North Smithfield, RI

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Loves Children

Hello, I'm a Registered Nurse for over 15 years. I have worked in many capacities in the medical world, including the ER, done pedi-home care, and worked at Hospital. CPR certified. I have taken care of children with CP, autism, blindness, seizure disorders, and cancer. I am a family oriented person. I love children. I love to...
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Krystal F.


Millville, MA

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

PCA

Hi there ! My name is Krystal I have been a PCA for almost three years now . I have a lot of experience I have a 7-year-old daughter that I have and continue to care for and she has special needs and needs lots of care , I also have a 2-year-old daughter . I love caring for other people and helping any way I can ! I am just...
Krystal can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mendon, MA

Doreen B.

5.0

Doreen took care of our 2 year old son for 6 months until my mother was able to help us. She is dependable, professional and has significant childcare experience. She is always calm and never gets flustered (even with a screaming two year old!). She prepared meals for him, took him to classes,...

- Rosemary W.

Neliy S.

5.0

Neily is great! She came on time, with short notice, and stayed a little over the allotted time! Also very friendly and personable. I will definitely hire her again!

- Thomas K.

Barbara J.

5.0

Barbara applies exceptional skills along with genuine compassion that has brought great relief to my family.

- Ken C.

Cecilia S.

4.0

I messaged Cecilia for taking care of my baby. But at that time she was not available for the job. The best thing about her is that she informed me about it very soon so I am not delayed from searching the nanny for my baby. I wish Cecilia all the best for her new job!

- Shruti B.

Liam M.

5.0

Liam helped us immensely with after school care for our two sons, who were in 2nd and 4th grade at the time. He picked the boys up from school, supervised an after school snack/meal, helped with homework. Several times when we asked Liam to stay later, dinner and bedtime were also smooth and timely....

- Yelena K.

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