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Casey C.


Nahant, MA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

I have work as an RBT and with special needs children for 2 years now professionally. Previous to that, I have experience babysitting children with ASD.
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Clare O.


Boston, MA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny/Child-care Provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Clare. I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember over the last 10 years, and have a ton of experience with kids of any and all ages, including infants, as well as with special needs children and kids with various other disabilities. I love pets so am totally comfortable with any pets you have at...
Clare can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Clare babysat for us while we vacationed in NYC. She was a pleasure and we would be happy to use her anytime we come to town"

Cassidy D.

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Emily M.


Boston, MA

$16-21/hr6 yrs exp

Positive, Nurturing Mentor/ Sitter

Hi all! My name is Emily and I moved to the South End to pursue my education to become a genetic counselor. I have babysat children of all ages since I was in middle school. During my college years, I counseled socially and emotionally challenged elementary students and this past year I was a special needs educator for middle...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emily is a lovely person. She's prompt, trustworthy, and reliable. She's had a lot of experience with caring for others across a large age range and with many different needs. She loves children and is super friendly and patient. She's great at communicating and...

Jenna M.

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Lande P.


Malden, MA

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

I am a Nursing student expecting to be graduated in December 2021. I am a certified Home Health Aide. My motivation for Nursing is a spiritually rewarding day in and day out. Being a Nurse is my passion. I knew nursing was a good fit for me because my personality tends is to help those who are suffering and make a great impact...
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Patty S.


Wakefield, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I' m a mom of 2 wonderful children, a boy (age 18) and a girl (age 20). I've grown up as the neighborhood babysitter in my hometown. I went to Wheelock College for Early Childhood Education, with a minor in special needs. I am certified to teach preschool through 6th grade. I also tutored children from grades 2-8.
Patty can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Patty watched my daughter from 4 months old til 2.5 years. She took care of her as if she were her own. "

Michelle V.

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Kimberly A.


Salem, MA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working in the child care field for 27 years. mostly I have worked in day care centers with all ages. I also was a nanny for families with multiply age children and have cared for twins and children with special needs. I love being with kids, they are what makes life great. Having three of my own I know, they are my...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kim went out of her way to accommodate me all the time. She has always been super flexible the kids always loved her! Heck everyone loves her! Super reliable. No matter what life threw her way she was there for my girls. Hope you love her as much as me"

Erin L.

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Teri P.


Peabody, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Teri and I have been a Nanny/PCA for over 28+ years. I am looking for a few regular date night positions to supplement my current one. I have experience with infants, multiples, elementary, pre-teen, teenager, elderly and special needs. My current family is full time for 2 children in Lynnfield. I do all aspects of...
Teri can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Extremely nurturing. Kids loved her"

Nancy D.

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Michelle L.


Marblehead, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny; EMT; BS In Psychology

I have been caring for children since I was 18. I have experience working with those who have special needs. I work for an NGO over seas and am home working to support my return trip. I love working with multiple children and partnering with parents to achieve learning goals and behavioral objectives. I'm a trained EMT. I...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Michelle is an extremely competent, loving nanny who does not need a lot of direction-very helpful to help take the "mental load" off of a busy adult. She plays with kids tirelessly, never resorting to TV or iPads, and has endless patience with small ones. Michelle...

Cassandra W.

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Jessie T.


East Boston, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Experienced, Fun And Educated Nanny

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children full time as a nanny and an ABA therapist (teacher for special needs children) since graduating from the University of Colorado in 2008. I have a lot of experience with both typically developing and special needs children, especially infants and toddlers. In addition, I have an MA in special...
Jessie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Jessie was wonderful. She came to our rescue at the very last moment when our regular nanny was out sick all of a sudden. Jessie cared for my 4 and 2 year old for a full work day. I could tell right away that Jessie is a real professional, she immediately focused...

Emily W.

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Chloe K.


Lynn, MA

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, families! My name is Chloe, and I am a nanny with 2 years of experience in providing exceptional childcare. In addition, I have worked as a special needs substitute teacher and while at college I am a personal care assistant for two disabled individuals. I am thrilled to offer my services as a reliable and trustworthy...
Chloe can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We loved working with Chloe she is truly the best! My kids loved her and ask if she can come back all the time. She went above and beyond, we came home to a spotless house. Not much more you can ask for! I highly recommend Chloe! "

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Emma S.


South Boston, MA

$18-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Emma and I am 24 years old. I absolutely love working with kids. I have worked at two different summer camps with children ranging from ages 3-12 along with children of special needs. In addition, I have babysat children from 6 months-13 years old and nannied full time the past four summers. I am CPR certified...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emma is an outstanding babysitter! We hired her to watch our 14 month old son for a date night. She is kind, responsive and very comfortable with children. She did a great job taking care of him for the few hours we were gone. We can't wait for her to babysit...

Kate F.

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Brooke R.


Salem, MA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Brooke. My recent job experience was at a highschool as a Behavior Interventionist. I implemented behavior plans, along with speech and communication plans. My primary 2 students were non verbal. Before that I was with a young female with special needs. She had many different medical needs and she ran a...
5.0
"Brooke had been an invaluable asset to our daughter's medical and educational team. Brooke was always attentive to our daughter's extensive medical and educational needs. Brooke was able to take direction in a moments notice and adapt to a new way of assisting our...

Kimberly C.

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Natasha H.


Medford, MA

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Natasha and I'm an Occupational Therapy Doctoral student at Tufts University. I have a breadth of experience working with kids in various settings, including special needs and recreational after-school programs. I love to plan craft activities and fun games, and would be able to help out with light housekeeping...
Natasha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!"

Care member

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Bella S.


Boston, MA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced And Passionate Nanny!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a patient, energetic and playful nanny! I have 6 years of experience with kids from 6 months to 10 years old. I have training in first aid, CPR, and working with special needs and autistic kids. I am a very patient person with many different techniques to cater towards the needs of different children. I strive to create a...
Bella can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bella babysat our two year old. She was great. It the first time our two year old interacted with her and everything was super smooth."

Jason T.

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Ivone R.


Everett, MA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I already took care of children from 2 months to 10 years. Plus I do have experience with children with special needs.
Ivone can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Ivone took wonderful care of our son from the time he was a baby to when he was a toddler. She was very loving, affectionate and patient. She also had great energy for keeping up with our active little boy! She would always get down on the floor and play with him,...

Katie E.

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Meghan S.


Charlestown, MA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! my name is Meg. I have 12 years full time childcare experience that includes ages newborn to 9 years old and special needs children/adults. I have excellent references, I am EEC certified, CPR/first aid certified, valid drivers license and clean driving record. I look forward to speaking with you about how I can become an...
Meghan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Meg is an experienced, dependable, and caring nanny. My daughter loved her and we could tell Meg truly cared for her as well. She was a great addition to our family and we miss her!"

Jessica L.

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Mary N.


South Boston, MA

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Personal Care Assistant And Teacher With A Masters Degree In Severe Special Education

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have two siblings with special needs who I have cared for all my life. I have worked as a special education teacher for 3 years and have worked with students with multiple disabilities. I have also worked as an in home PCA for children with disabilities. I am always willing to take on new tasks and learn new things!
5.0
"I don't trust easily for anyone to watch my son. But I felt so comfortable with Mary. I highly recommend her!"

Shareen M.

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Amanda M.


Peabody, MA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Professional Registered Nurse Seeking To Assist Families With Child Care Needs.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a dedicated caring professional with more than 10 years experience in the healthcare field. As a registered nurse, I have experience with pediatric patients of all ages and patients with special needs. I am BLS certified and a BLS instructor. I have more than 10 years experience of caring for children with medical needs,...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Kids love Amanda! So do we. She is very fun and creative, doing lots of crafts and activities with the kids. We loved that she is also a nurse, so we knew she was trustworthy and that the kids would be safe. She is also a very tidy person, making sure to clean and...

Melissa M.

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Anette A.


Marblehead, MA

$19-50/hr10 yrs exp

Love To Care For Your Loved Ones. Over 20 Years Experience. Special Needs Classes Taken. References

I'd describe my personality as loving caring and fun. Over 20 years of experience working with elderly adult and children. Many references from previous clients I like caring for my clients to the best of my knowledge and experience. I have many references from previous clients. Many classes taken to better care of my...
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Nicole C.


East Boston, MA

$25-50/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced And Knowledgeable Tutor

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an elementary school teacher living in Boston. I am fun and compassionate and love promoting hands on and outdoor learning experiences for kids. I have experience working with special needs students as well as managing behavior in my class. I also have worked as a nanny and camp counselor. I have a masters degree in...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Nicole has taken care of our children all summer (ages 9 & 10) and has been fantastic - compassionate, creative, responsible, and fun. She was flexible with constantly changing schedules. She arrived for the day with ideas for activities. My daughter completely...

Erica F.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Nahant, MA

Clare O.

5.0

Clare babysat for us while we vacationed in NYC. She was a pleasure and we would be happy to use her anytime we come to town

- Cassidy D.

Emily M.

5.0

Emily is a lovely person. She's prompt, trustworthy, and reliable. She's had a lot of experience with caring for others across a large age range and with many different needs. She loves children and is super friendly and patient. She's great at communicating and adapting so she is bound to provide...

- Jenna M.

Patty S.

5.0

Patty watched my daughter from 4 months old til 2.5 years. She took care of her as if she were her own.

- Michelle V.

Kimberly A.

5.0

Kim has been my babysitter for over 10 years. We met Kim when she worked in a daycare center and then she took my 2 children on after the daycare closed. I was lucky to have Kim as a sitter and now as a friend.

- Barbara G.

Teri P.

5.0

Extremely nurturing. Kids loved her

- Nancy D.

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