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Brayan A.
Newton Center, MA
$25-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
An Experienced Caregiver Building Relationships And Providing Exceptional Care To Disabled/elderly
I'd describe my personality as happy, compassionate and caring
I like caring for people with special needs because I enjoy helping others
I'm looking for a job that makes me feel good with what I do. I want to work in a field where I know I'll be good at what I'm doing.
I started caring for people with special needs when I...
I am a bachelor, graduated in China, I have taught mathematics for more than 30 years, and the students are everywhere. I like to keep healthy and healthy for others, I can massage, I am good in taking care to those people/person that actually need special treatment. I will teach you how to eat healthy, how to exercise properly,...
Lani V.
Newton Center, MA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Parent Coaching, Systems Navigation, & Advocacy For Families
Please see my babysitter profile if you are interested in childcare for your child with special needs.
I am the proud single mother to 2 teens with complex special needs. I am a transracial adoptive parent who has personal experience navigating state systems including DCF, DMH, MBHP and Masshealth. Professionally, I have worked...
Talia H.
Newton Center, MA
$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
Fun And Responsible Sitter Who Loves Hanging Out With Kids!!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Talia, and I'm studying education at Clark University here in Worcester. I've done a lot of work with kids in my life, taking serious momentum about 6 years ago. I work with a non profit in Worcester called Main IDEA where we do free arts education with kids, and I've got a handful of experiences in different...
Talia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hello families!
I am a career educator of over 20 years, with licenses in Moderate Special Needs, Reading, Early Childhood, and ESL. As a proud single mother to 2 teens with complex special needs, I really miss younger kiddos. I grew up babysitting and professionally nannied in my 20s.
Looking to provide occasional childcare...
Lani can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
My name is Clara! I have worked in childcare for the last few years. I am currently looking for a new family to work with. I was with my last family until I had my son and am looking for a family that need part time hours. I have worked at special needs summer camps so have a range of experience with kids faced with challenges I...
Clara can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Sarah A.
Weston, MA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello families! I have an extensive background working with young children, and I am an Elementary and Special Needs education major at Syracuse University. I have babysat for several years, worked at a summer camp for two years, worked at a preschool for a semester, as well as volunteered at a special needs horseback riding...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is a sweetheart of a person whom the kids gravitate to. She has watched my two nieces (ages 4 and 7) on a variety of occasions and was a pleasure to work with. As a special education and middle school math teacher, I don't leave my nieces with just anyone!...
Amanda C.
3.6
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with twins, add/adhd, and special needs.
I have experience also with children 5 months old and up.
Also available short notice!
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Even when it's a last minute request Nicole is there available and ready!"
Rose J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a freshman in college, I have been babysitting for about 5 years now in cities in the Boston area, such as Medford, Winchester, Woburn, and Arlington. I have babysat children ranging from infants to middle-schoolers, and everything in between. I am very friendly and bond extremely well with young children. I have babysat...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(4)
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, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and I recommend her highly!"
Amy B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I also occasionally babysit for a family I supported over the summer and am looking to add more steady hours .
I graduated from UMass Amherst with a degree in Public Health and minors in Sociology and Education. After graduation, I taught ESL in Korea, working with children aged 5-16 and earning my TEFL certification.
Since...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"We absolutely adore Jess! She stepped in to care for my daughter when we were in urgent need of a babysitter. She adapted to our schedule swiftly and looked after my daughter with such care and love. I highly recommend her!"
Care member
Judith B.
Dorchester, MA
$15-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a teacher for 8 years and a mom and I'm a residential counselor for baycove human services, I love taking good care of others.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi Everyone, my name is Nancy and here is a Bio of what I have to offer, I will keep it short.
I have been taking care of children for over 20 years. Typical and Special needs. I can help out with almost anything. I love cooking and baking,
I have lots of energy if needed, for those high energy children.
I was a recreation...
Nancy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Nancy is a super responsible, caring and fun babysitter who understands 'boy energy'. My sons enjoyed spending time with Nancy. I felt very confident in her as a sitter and would definitely have her come again."
Liza H.
Visitacion B.
Everett, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a graduate nurse and I have vast experience caring for those with special needs, especially kids with disabilities. For 30 years I worked as a nurse, as a caregiver, and a nanny and a medical assistant. I worked in private homes, hospitals (children's and adults) and in a clinic setting and also in skilled facilities. I...
Lauren H.
Brookline, MA
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lauren and I recently graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a bachelors in social work. I am from a suburb of metro Detroit, where I have extensive experience with children of all ages, especially involving children with special needs. I will be moving to Boston in September and would love to nanny full...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Lauren! My kids absolutely love her and she is very responsible with them. She drove them to activities and I 100 percent trust her. She worked for us for about 4 years. My youngest grew up with her since he was around 6 months old. I highly recommend...
Marla S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lesley. I am available to babysit on an as-needed basis.
For 5 years, I worked as an assistant teacher for special needs students in an elementary school. I have over 10 years of experience caring for kids of all ages in their homes or in a professional daycare setting.
I'm CPR and First Aid trained with plenty...
Lesley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lesley was one of the very first people outside of family to babysit our infant son. She was so reassuring and incredibly professional. Upon speaking to Lesley I was immediately confident that her expertise left him in great hands. She was extremely punctual,...
Helene J.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm an experienced nanny, seeking 2-3 days/week infant care (5/1 on). I have a wide range of experience including as a nanny with infants and toddlers, in infant/toddler daycares, and after school programs, but my main specialty is infants. My most recent positions include working with infants (4 - 13 mos, 6 - 14 mos, 5 - 18...
Jacqueline can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jackie started with us when my son was 4.5 months old. As a new mom, I was hesitant about leaving him with anyone but Jackie made us feel comfortable from the start. It’s was clear to us that she had a lot of experience. She and my son established a really nice...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a proud father to a 24-year-old son who served 4 years in the US Navy, and attended public schools and was in the special education strand in elementary school. My son, Jajuan is currently a college student in Tokyo. I bring my experiences as a parent to my role as a passionate educator/childcare giver.
I believe that I am...
5.0
"Denzil is the most caring, accommodating and helpful caregiver we have had for our adult son with CP, who has mobility issues. Denzil is always friendly, engaging in conversation and just a wonderful asset."
Karen B.
Daisy S.
Dorchester, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Care Provider/ Behavior Analyst/Special Education Teacher
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I've been nannying for 6 years. I nannied children from ages 0-13. During those experiences, I meal prepped, drove children to activities, date nights, homework help, and the list goes on! I also have experience nannying/tutoring children with special needs. I am a Lesley University graduate for special education. I am...
Daisy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Daisy is absolutely lovely. She is warm and authentic, and her genuine enjoyment of kids is so clear."
Marjanna B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Caitlin, and I am a dependable, hardworking, responsible college student who is passionate about childcare. I have always been great with kids, and babysitting is something I truly enjoy. I have been babysitting for five years for multiple families in my area, including children of all ages, and children with...
Caitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Caitlin worked with us over the summer until her college semester started back up again. She took great care of our 4 month old baby, sometimes working 9 hour days. She knows a lot about taking care of little ones but if we asked for a modification she generally...
Roderick M.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Newton Center, MA
Sarah A.
5.0
Sarah is a sweetheart of a person whom the kids gravitate to. She has watched my two nieces (ages 4 and 7) on a variety of occasions and was a pleasure to work with. As a special education and middle school math teacher, I don't leave my nieces with just anyone! Sarah consistently arrived on time,...
- Amanda C.
Nicole C.
5.0
We hired Nicole to watch my elderly mom with dementia and she was nothing short of amazing! She was always a few minutes early and had the patients of a saint. I would highly recommend her for any babysitting needs you may have. The woman has patience’s of a saint and goes above and beyond to make...
- Care member
Olivia B.
5.0
Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and I recommend her highly!
- Amy B.
Jessica J.
5.0
We absolutely adore Jess! She stepped in to care for my daughter when we were in urgent need of a babysitter. She adapted to our schedule swiftly and looked after my daughter with such care and love. I highly recommend her!
- Care member
Nancy D.
5.0
Nancy is a super responsible, caring and fun babysitter who understands 'boy energy'. My sons enjoyed spending time with Nancy. I felt very confident in her as a sitter and would definitely have her come again.
- Liza H.
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