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Jessica W.


Salisbury, MA

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny

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Hello! My name is Jessica. I love cooking, being outside, music (I play instruments and sing!), yoga, and getting quality time with family and friends. I have experience working as a nanny/home manager for a family with four children (infant-10 years old) throughout college. Post college I have worked as an ABA therapist with...
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Michelle O.


Seabrook, NH

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Experience working with special needs children and elderly with bathing, feeding, toileting, medication. I have a lot of experience and patients. I have a reliable SUV that is insured and don't mind taking clients to the community.
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Sara D.


Hampstead, NH

$20-35/hr6 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm Sara, and I'm excited to bring my extensive experience and passion for caregiving to a wonderful family in need of a nanny. Over the past few years, I've built a diverse background working with children, special needs adults, and seniors. A bit about me: I'm a creative soul who loves to cook and come up with fun,...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Sara D.


Hampstead, NH

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm Sara, and I'm excited to bring my extensive experience and passion for caregiving to a wonderful family in need of some extra help. I've got 2 years of experience in special needs senior care, another 2 years in in-home care, specializing in Alzheimer's care, hospice, personal care, companionship, respite, house...
Sara can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, companionship, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Brooke N.


Byfield, MA

$20-23/hr2 yrs exp

A little bit about me! I am 19 years old and have experience working with kids as young as 2 and as old as 12! I also have experience working with special needs children. I have a reliable form of transportation and can provide references. I am able to prepare simple meals/snacks, provide house keeping, look after fuzzy...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Haley M.


Newburyport, MA

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as ~caring ~giving ~trustworthy I like caring for people with special needs because I struggled as a child with a lot of sensory issues, and wish to help the future generations in overcoming their struggles and showing them they are not alone. In my spare time, I like to crochet :) My skills...
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Hannah O.


Georgetown, MA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I have 8 years of special needs care experience as well as my certifications in: CPR/ First Aid/ MAP. I have experience working with individuals that have: -Autism -Cerebral Palsy -Down Syndrome -Non Verbal -Seizure Disorders -ABI Injuries
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Khelsi S.


Plaistow, NH

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Khelsi and I'm located in Plaistow, NH. I've have over 8 years of childcare experience.
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Heather M.


Haverhill, MA

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I love to work with children. I have been working with children with different types of disabilities for about 6 years now. Currently, I work for a young girl who has Angelman syndrome. I bathe, change her clothes and give her meds. I also worked at a school with kids with severe to moderate disabilities. I learned how to use a...
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Monica F.


Plaistow, NH

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Passionate Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been passionate about working with individual's with special needs since a very young age. I have found throughout my 15 years of experience that the individuals I work with teach me new ways to view the world each and everyday. I find so much joy in my work and love sharing my support with families. I have a master's...
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Jessica S.


Haverhill, MA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Someone With Heart And Skills I'm Your Girl!

Hello! I'm a CNA/HHA I have 20+ years of caregiving experience. I have worked with long term care, rehab, in home, as well as dementia patients. I also work with individuals of all ages that have a vast variety of special needs.
Skills:

CNA

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Sandra H.


Plaistow, NH

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

I have loved and worked with children as far as I can remember. I used to own a day care from ages of a few months old until 12+. I have been working in the school departments for years now from preschool all the way up to high school. Recently, I have been working with more of the elementary students. My specialty has been...
Sandra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Andrew and I am Certified Nursing Assistant and have a lot of experience with special needs children. My brother is highly autistic and I have been assisting him with daily living activities since I was young. I have always had a passion for children and assisting people in general with daily living, which is...
Andrew can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Meghan T.


East Hampstead, NH

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Easy Going And Reliable Licensed Caregiver

Hello! I am a very reliable Licensed Caregiver. I have 5 years of experience as a Licensed Nursing Assistant. I have worked in settings such as Nursing Homes, Hospitals, Daycares, and in Home Care. I am CPR and First Aid Certified, and I also have a background in specialized Dementia/Alzheimers training.
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Vera R.


Haverhill, MA

$15-19/hr1 yrs exp

I grew up in a large family with 6 kids. I grew up raising my siblings, some of them with special needs, and I've always had a passion for working with kids! I am currently employed working at an after school program for grades k-2, have teaching experience, can drive and have a vehicle, CPR and first aid certified, and rather...
Vera can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ana-meeka B.


Georgetown, MA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Your Child Will Think It's A Playdate

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Ana-Since I was 13, I have babysat for a variety of ages ranging from 6 months to 15 years old. I have experience with children with a variety of special needs ranging from ADHD to Autism. Additionally, I have taught kindergarten level religious education for 2 years. Finally, I just love spending time with kids, it is...
Ana-meeka can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Lindsay E.


Plaistow, NH

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I am an energetic, fun-loving and patient caregiver. I have plenty of experience with children of all ages. I have worked with children of all ages with special needs for five years as a partner. I have also worked one on one with a young man who has special needs for the past year. I would have long conversations with him while...
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Hannah F.


West Newbury, MA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist

I am a per diem occupational therapist who works with adults and older adults in a inpatient rehabilitation hospital. I have flexibility with my schedule and I am looking for a part-time job to fill my time. I have experience with children and adults through work and clinical fieldworks in the hospital, outpatient, and school...
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Camille M.


Kingston, NH

$24/hr10 yrs exp

If You Need Help! I Will Always Ask How Can I Help?

"Hello, I'm Camille, and I have 15 years of experience in social services as a case manager. I am MAP certified and also hold certifications in CPR, First Aid, and AED. My roles have included providing assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), managing medication, offering rep payee services, utilizing de-escalation...
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Ana M.


Amesbury, MA

$35-45/hr

My name is Ana

Hello! My name is Ana and I am a pediatric nurse with 8+ years of child care experience in the home and hospital setting.

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