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Lindsay E.


Plaistow, NH

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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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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Margaret M.


Haverhill, MA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Margaret

I am a retired school teacher of 33 years. I taught special needs children of all ages for my first 20 years and kindergartners for the final 13 years. I have raised 5 extremely successful college educated children. They range in ages 24-35. I am currently looking for part-time employment. I absolutely love infants and that...
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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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Emily B.


Amesbury, MA

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

I have worked in recreational and clinical settings for the past five years with children and young adults with varying diagnoses. I have spent time in Africa as well, working with children living with different disabilities and little to no access to services like those that we have in the states. I love being a part of working...
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Angie C.


Salisbury, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have a number of years experience caring for special needs adults in their home, at their work place, and in the community. I have always gotten great satisfaction from being a part of making each person's day productive. This could be as simple as feeding one's self to acquire employment in the community.
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Olivia W.


Newbury, MA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider Looking For Full Or Part Time Position!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am enthusiastic, responsible and energetic and I love caring for children! I have extensive experience working with kids with special needs, including medically fragile kiddos and those with high intensity behaviors. The past 5 years I have been working in a school setting, but I have also worked in a domestic violence shelter...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Monica F.


Plaistow, NH

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

Monica moved to Maine from New Hampshire in December 2019 and loves the exciting activities Maine has to offer. She holds a masters degree in Autism Studies from the University of Massachusetts Lowell, and has been working with individuals with diverse challenges for over 15 years. Monica is passionate about supporting everyone...
Monica can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Eve B.


Amesbury, MA

$25/hr1 yrs exp

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I'm a friendly and approachable childcare provider with a passion for positively impacting children's lives. With years of experience caring for children of various ages, I'm comfortable caring for up to three children and am experienced in supervising children while swimming. I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games,...
Eve can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kathleen S.


Haverhill, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs through EMARC in Reading. I understand and appreciate the value of dignity and maintaining quality of life. In my nanny experience as a foster parent I also worked with many children from various backgrounds with special needs. My grandson has Autism and although he lives far away we see him as...
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Shannon M.


Atkinson, NH

$10-20/hr8 yrs exp

I am currently a junior at UNH, studying child development and special education. I have 8 years of experience working with children of all ages; 1 month-14 years old. For the past 4 years I have had experience working with children with disabilities, specifically Autism. I have worked at a local day care for the past year and a...
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Emma S.


East Hampstead, NH

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter And Future Teacher!

Hello! I am a current college student who is studying to be future biology teacher for middle/high school aged students. I have been babysitting for a little over two years now, with children ages 3-9, and have had experience taking care of a child with special needs as well. I love taking care of children and helping them learn...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
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Heather M.


Haverhill, MA

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

I currently work as a paraprofessional in a school that serves special needs in Andover, Ma. My students have autism and social/emotional deficits. I have been working with this population on and off for a number of years beginning when I was in my twenties. My mother has worked in the special education field for 30 years and...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi! My name is Lexi, I am currently working full time in a dental office. I am looking for a switch in careers, with my love for kids I have decided to see what is out there. I absolutely adore infants and toddlers but do have experience with all ages and some with special needs. I am completely comfortable with animals if you...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
I am currently a cota working in a skilled nursing facilty. I have previously worked in schools with special needs. I have also raised 3 children of my own.
Beth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi! I'm an energetic and outgoing college student studying biology and public policy. I love swimming, animals, reading, and spending time outdoors. I grew up with a lot of nannies that had a very positive impact on my life. I like to say I learned from the best! I've worked as a camp counselor for several years, been a...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Holly R.


Georgetown, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/light Housekeeping/companion

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Dressing. I am a retired Occupational Therapy practitioner who worked in a rehab setting in an assisted living setting as well as 20+ years with special needs students. I took care of parent with dementia. Willing to drive to LOCAL doctors appts or errands. Require flexible...
Holly can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
My son is 4 years old and currently non verbal. He has severe autism and is such a sweet boy. He had in home therapy when he was two and currently goes to preschool four days a week. I work overnights on the weekend and then care for my son and his 8-month-old sister throughout the week. I am always interested in other families...
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Gianna G.


Sandown, NH

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Super Fun And Happy Sitter

5.0

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Hi, my name is Gianna, I am 18 years old. I have been a volunteer at Sandown Central School in Pre-School since I was 16 and I still do it. I specialize in social and emotional play with kids and special needs kids, also assist in academics. I have baby sat since I was 15-16, I sat a baby who was a few months old and children...
Gianna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is great with kids, and super responsible!"

Meaghan J.

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