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Paulina A.


Northampton, MA

$20-28/hr • 7 yrs exp

Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time

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I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
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Joely F.


Northampton, MA

$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp

Babysitter/special Needs Caregiver

Hi! My name is Joely and I'm 20. I'm a local college student and I have my own car. I love kids and have experience with them from my siblings (one of which is special needs) and other babysitting jobs! Feel free to contact me!
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Isabella U.


Northampton, MA

$40/hr • 2 yrs exp

I'm Isabella (they/she), I'm A Hampshire College Graduate.

Im currently a para educator at a Northampton elementary school working in first grade. Last year I was working in kindergarten. I'm experienced in working with children with autism, but open to working with any children.
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Kelsey B.


Northampton, MA

$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

About Me

My work started off walking children from the Autism unit to their buses, from there I took care of one ASD individual for 6 years from age 6-13. After that I was in an inclusion classroom setting for 1 year with children ages 3-5. I also majored in Psychology in college with a focus on ABA.
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Karen P.


Northampton, MA

$22-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Positive Sitter With The Goal To Leave A Smile On Your Children's Face At RThe End Of The Day!

Hello, my name is Karen, I have spent most of my life caring for children of all ages from 3 months-12-year-olds. I have always provided safe care, entertainment, meals if desired, and most special requests, among other things. I'm currently a pediatric dental assistant student. I have plenty of references, am fully vaccinated,...
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Paulina A.


Northampton, MA

$18-28/hr • 7 yrs exp

Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time

I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
Paulina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Rachel B.


Northampton, MA

$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! I'm new to the area and looking for part-time nanny/babysitting opportunities. I have 10+ years of experience caring for kids of all ages (as well as special needs) and I am patient, warm, and energetic.
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

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Karen P.


Northampton, MA

$23-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Fun And Active Babysitter!

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

My name is Karen I have spent 10 years caring for children of all ages from 3mon-15-year-olds all over Massachusetts and Connecticut. I provided safe care, entertainment, meals if desired, and most special requests, among other things. I'm a newly grad dental assistant. I have plenty of references, am fully vaccinated, have a...
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Nick P.


Northampton, MA

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

My mom has been a caregiver for over 20 years, so naturally I have been around and worked with kids all my life. I helped with walks, supervised children outside, changed diapers, did meal prep, and served meals. Recently, I have been working with a 12-year-old special needs child while simultaneously watching several daycare...
Nick can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
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Emma G.


Northampton, MA

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hello! I am Emma, I have over 5 years of childcare experience in a variety of settings. Most recently I have been a 1:1 para educator for special needs children. I also have a background in dance education and would love to bring some fun and movement to your home! I believe that every child brings their own energy and set of...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I have a lot of experience working with special needs children, including nonverbal autistic kids. I spent years caring for my siblings who were diagnosed with autism, and then spent six months working as a paraprofessional for a severe developmental needs room at an elementary school. I have a lot of empathy, patience,...
Autumn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Marcia V.


Amherst, MA

$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

RN Looking To Help With Your Kiddos

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a registered nurse of 11 years with experience ranging from orthopedics to neurology to pulmonary and more. I live in Amherst most of the time but I do travel back to NYS where I own a home and my parents live. Here in Amherst I live with my girlfriend, 2 cats, 1 full time dog and 1 part time dog plus 5 goats. My...
Marcia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We love Marcia! She came several times and Avery squealed with delight when she walked in the door. Marcia is gentle, calm, and trustworthy. She was also punctual and easy to communicate with! A rare find: educated, polite, and great with babies. Avery learned new...

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Ravneet G.


Easthampton, MA

>$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-time Care Giver, Errand Runner

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Rav! I have been working in childcare for 10 years and I have been exclusively on care. com since 2020 as a full-time nanny. Last fall, nannying became less of a full-time job, as I started a new job as a high school math teacher for children with moderate disabilities. Since summer is coming, I have full-time...
Ravneet can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Ravneet is wonderful with toddlers! I will definitely reach out again."

Rebecca W.

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Kaitlyn T.


Holyoke, MA

$19-41/hr • 9 yrs exp

Compassionate Childcare Provider With A Focus On Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am delighted to offer my childcare services through Care. With over 8 combined years of childcare and special-education experience, I am committed to providing exceptional care tailored to your kiddo's individual needs. I believe in fostering a safe, nurturing, and consistent environment for children to learn and...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and friendliness, making her very easy to work with. Highly recommended."

Dennis L.

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Emma L.


Holyoke, MA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Emma, I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages with all different needs. I have been the caretaker for older children with special needs, watched a child from her infancy into her toddler years, been a nanny to an infant and a 3-year-old, and cared for school aged children 7-9. As a graduate...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Emma has been watching my daughter since she was an infant and is one of the only sitters that pays attention to all the rules and quirks of my daughter. Additionally she has also been responsive in times of emergency which has helped our family tremendously."

Oceana S.

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Maya F.


Amherst, MA

$15-23/hr • 4 yrs exp

Get To Know Me!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Maya. I am a 21-year-old junior I am majoring in public health with a pre-med track in hope of becoming a pediatrician practitioner one day. I have always loved kids. I have about 4 years of experience working with kids of all ages. I have worked as an assistant educator at preschools, Babysat kids with CP,...
Maya can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Maya is a great caregiver! She is flexible and dependable. You can count on her for childcare, pet care, and helping people with disabilities. Highly recommend."

Narges R.

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Samantha H.


Florence, MA

$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

hello, i'm sam. i'm a mother of 2 myself but prior to becoming a mom I would always help friends that had kids. I have been hands on in some school rooms as well. I have hands on experience with special needs. I am a very patient and empathetic person. I love being able to help care for kids
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Im a very supportive person and understand what's it's like to struggle with mental illness along with adhd that help to be put in someone with similar issues. With addition I have cared for people with different abilities such as blindness, anxiety, depression and being bedridden.
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Tracy C.


Southampton, MA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Postpartum Doula/Childcare Provider Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mature nanny/doula with over 25 years of experience in public schools, family childcare, childcare administration. I specialize in infant care and love working with first time parents. I am a DONA trained postpartum doula and lactation consultant. I'd love to provide doula services for the newborn stage and stay on for...
Tracy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Laura R.


Easthampton, MA

$20-45/hr • 9 yrs exp

I have been working with children for nine years (five of those years I specialized in working with kids with autism, and two specializing in applied behavior analysis). I am a registered behavior technician (RBT), working towards becoming a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA). I began working in this field because I want to...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Northampton, MA

Marcia V.

5.0

We love Marcia! She came several times and Avery squealed with delight when she walked in the door. Marcia is gentle, calm, and trustworthy. She was also punctual and easy to communicate with! A rare find: educated, polite, and great with babies. Avery learned new skills with her, we were all...

- Care member

Ravneet G.

5.0

The best! Took such loving care of my post-surgical dog, sent regular updates, was timely and reliable, and helped us feel calm leaving the dog in a needier-than-normal state. I will absolutely be asking her to dog-sit again!

- Ana D.

Kaitlyn T.

5.0

Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and friendliness, making her very easy to work with. Highly recommended.

- Dennis L.

Emma L.

5.0

Emma has been watching my daughter since she was an infant and is one of the only sitters that pays attention to all the rules and quirks of my daughter. Additionally she has also been responsive in times of emergency which has helped our family tremendously.

- Oceana S.

Maya F.

5.0

Maya is a great caregiver! She is flexible and dependable. You can count on her for childcare, pet care, and helping people with disabilities. Highly recommend.

- Narges R.

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