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Lynne G.


North Reading, MA

$20-48/hr3 yrs exp

Fun, Energetic, And Passionate Special Needs Sitter/Nanny

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Hi, my name is Lynne. I have worked in an intellectually impaired and multi-handicapped special needs classroom (grade 3-5) for 3 years. I have extensive experience with emotional and physical limitations working with individuals 1:1 and in a group setting. In the classroom, I design and implement behavior redirection methods to...
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Jenna H.


North Reading, MA

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Lots Of Expirence With All Walks Of Life

I have been working with special needs since I can remember. I currently work with children mainly but have worked with adults. I can email resume if interested.
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Jane K.


North Reading, MA

$20-25/hr

Caregiver For People With Dementia And Alzheimer's

I'm Jane K. a North Reading resident for 25 years, married with two sons and have a Bachelor of Science in Health Education & Science. I am CORI checked because I worked for the past 8 years as a paraprofessional at an elementary school in North Reading, but stopped last August due to the pandemic & I'm fully vaccinated now. I...
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Lynne G.


North Reading, MA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny- For Typical Or Special Needs Family

Hi, my name is Lynne. I have worked in an intellectually impaired and multi-handicapped special needs classroom (grade 3-5) for 3 years. I have extensive experience with emotional and physical limitations working with individuals 1:1 and in a group setting. In the classroom, I design and implement behavior redirection methods to...
Lynne can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hi parents and families! My name Kristen and I am a graduate from the University of New Hampshire. I am looking for a part time job 2-3 days a week for this year. I have 8 years of experience nannying children ages 1-13. I have worked at a back up care agency in MA since 2017 and worked at several kids camps/recreation camps in...
Kristen can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ashley B.


North Reading, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

- 24 years old - 10+ years of childcare experience - HIGHLY trained in EpiPen safety/allergy awareness (I have an allergy myself) - Honda CRV available at all times when needed - Capable of supervising multiple children swimming (helpful for summer!) - Will prepare meals, clean and maintain an organized household - Will engage...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jenna H.


North Reading, MA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Always Putting A Smile On Your Face

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Jenna! I am a dedicated childcare professional with a passion for nurturing children and supporting families. My journey began as a teenager when I worked as a full-time summer teacher in a daycare infant room, caring for babies as young as 13 weeks old. At 19 I became a paraprofessional with special needs...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Patty S.


Wakefield, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Alma M.


Winchester, MA

$35-50/hr17 yrs exp

Experienced, Bilingual, Loving, Fun And Dependable Professional Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in Panama. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. My professional child care experience expands across all age groups (from newborns to teenagers), including kids with special needs. I have worked in a variety of...
Alma can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Alma helped us care for our daughter from about 1 to 1.5 years old. We ended up moving from the city which is why we couldn't keep Alma on as our nanny. It was so clear after we met Alma in person that she was the right fit for our family. Our daughter was...

Cristina D.

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Tori S.


Billerica, MA

$18-35/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Tori I have about 4 years of experience and am CPR certified. I believe a babysitter plays a really important role in a child's life which is why I try to be fun but also aid them in learning and life skills. I have experience with watching kids one on one, multiple siblings and also have experience with special...
Tori can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Tori did a great job watching my two daughters, 5 & 8. I will hire her again."

Kevin O.

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Sophie J.


Wilmington, MA

$35-37/hr5 yrs exp

I have experience as an ABA therapist and have been working with children who have autism as well as ADHD.
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Monica D.


Tewksbury, MA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have been in the health care industry for for way over 28 years. I am very dependable, honest, caring, compassionate, and above all I have sensor of humor. Ref furnished on request.
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Roberta S.


Woburn, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving, Caring Nanny Available Full-Time & Part-Time

3.0

(2)

I work in a public school as a lunch monitor. I am unavailable 11-3 until June24th. after that I am available anytime. I am a mom. My husband works from home. it makes it easier to work. I have a clean CORI. I'm energetic, able to multi-task with ease. I have twin and special needs experience, able to care for several children....
Roberta can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Roberta has been an amazing help to us with transportation for our son's swim practice. She has always been on time and is flexible when we need her. We would highly recommend her and our son loves talking to her about Disney and sports!"

Care member

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Rafael V.


Melrose, MA

$35-40/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Psychologist by degree love to deal with all kind of patients. Positive attitude makes the difference for a good progress. Licensed CNA - 4 years experience with elderly patients with different diagnosis. Large experience with patients with Chronic pain disease related, pain management, dementia, and depression. MAP (medication...
5.0
"We have been very grateful to hire Rafael to mentor my son who is on the spectrum and has other psychiatric diagnoses. Rafael is extremely professional, well versed in his field and has not only been helpful in terms of working to progress maturity and social...

Beth S.

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Lauren P.


Wakefield, MA

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver, Nanny, Babysitter, Etc.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Speech-Language Pathologist who works with children of all ages with a variety of needs. I am looking to nanny part-time in addition to my role as a speech-language pathologist.
5.0
"Lauren is amazing and has been a great addition to our family. She made a huge difference and contributed to my 2 year old son like no one else did. His social and communication skills improved by a lot because of Lauren."

Natalie D.

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Jessica C.


Wakefield, MA

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello All, I am a graduate student from Bridgewater State University majoring in Sociology and Early Education. I have worked in the school system for about five years now with all different age group children- including special needs. I also have over 10 years of babysitting experience and have gotten numerous jobs off Care....
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Jess was great! We booked with her last minute to look after our kids. Kids were at their worst as they had massive cabin fever after a few days out of school. It was also a rainy day so everyone was stuck inside. Jess arrived on time, kept kids entertained for...

Laura G.

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Lindsey C.


Woburn, MA

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Looking to make a difference in someone's life by helping them with their daily needs. I am an experienced Home Health Aide and am CPR certified. Please reach out to me and we can talk about your needs and how I can be of help. I look forward to hearing from you! Lindsey :)
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Rick P.


Wilmington, MA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Direct Support Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work in a Direct Support role for adults with disabilities and have experience as a Skills Trainer for adolescents and young adults with ASD and other developmental and intellectual disabilities through the DESE/DDS program. I also have Family Support case management experience in a DDS contracted Family Support Center.
5.0
"Rick has worked with my son many times. He is very dependable, and my son really enjoys his company! I hired Rick to take my son out into the community, and they have a great time together. I will definitely be hiring him again and again :)"

Tricia S.

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

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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Kaitlin S.


Tewksbury, MA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

A little bit about myself. I'm 27 years old. 10+ years experience. Background working in Public Education Pre-K through 5th grade, special education (para/aid), after school programing, summer camps, nursery programing, and private care. Associates Degree and ECE Certificate I have training in CPR and First Aid, Concussion...
Kaitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kaitlin is wonderful with my infant twins. She interacts with them and keeps them busy. She is also great with my two year old daughter who sees her before daycare."

Katie W.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in North Reading, MA

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.

Alma M.

5.0

Alma helped us care for our daughter from about 1 to 1.5 years old. We ended up moving from the city which is why we couldn't keep Alma on as our nanny. It was so clear after we met Alma in person that she was the right fit for our family. Our daughter was seriously mesmerized when Alma sang a...

- Cristina D.

Tori S.

5.0

Tori did a great job watching my two daughters, 5 & 8. I will hire her again.

- Kevin O.

Roberta S.

5.0

Roberta has been an amazing help to us with transportation for our son's swim practice. She has always been on time and is flexible when we need her. We would highly recommend her and our son loves talking to her about Disney and sports!

- Care member

Rafael V.

5.0

We have been very grateful to hire Rafael to mentor my son who is on the spectrum and has other psychiatric diagnoses. Rafael is extremely professional, well versed in his field and has not only been helpful in terms of working to progress maturity and social appropriateness for my son but he has...

- Beth S.

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