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Amy C.


Northbridge, MA

$25-35/hr

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I have been caring for the elderly since I was 18 years old. I am presently 59. in-between I have done house cleaning as well as ran a pet sitting business which I loved! I am realizing that my experience with the elderly has enabled me to potentially care for people with disabilities. In some ways they are quite similar to the...
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Frank S.


North Grafton, MA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care Giver With Special Needs Experience

4.2

(10)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I am also a professional chef and a parent. What better combination could you get in a caregiver! Since retiring I have provided child care for several families, including homeschooling a 3rd and 8th...
Frank can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"When we moved to the area, we needed after school support for our 2 older sons (11 & 12.) Frank picked them up after school and insured they got a good snack and started to their homework (not much homework at that age.) The boys appreciated his gentle approach and...

Michael W.

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Rachel H.


Hopkinton, MA

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Responsible Adult Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I was a Nanny for many years prior to working with the School Systems as a Special Needs Educator. Later working in corporate america as a marketing manager. Unfortunately I was laid off and as most are aware the market is very soft with very few worthwhile positions. With that said; as a mother myself and a mature...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rachel worked with us for about a year. She was always helpful, flexible, and great with the kids. She took them places, and helped us in other ways when we needed her. She will be missed. "

Catherine S.

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Karen K.


Westborough, MA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care - Adults Of All Ages

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a reliable and compassionate person, and I am always aware of safety. I find working with adults/seniors to be rewarding and enjoyable. For more than 15 years, I was employed as an Occupational Therapist. I did not like paperwork and attending meetings, so I changed my career path to working directly with people....
Karen can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Barbara J.


Blackstone, MA

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a nursing assistant, I have been working as a CNA since 2006. I enjoyed working with people in needs and makes me feel good when I help some one who specially need help.
Barbara can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, personal care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Barbara applies exceptional skills along with genuine compassion that has brought great relief to my family."

Ken C.

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Frank S.


North Grafton, MA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I can help boost your child's social and academic development and can run facilitated play groups with friends. I have experience with a broad range of special needs and have been told I have a calm and...
5.0
"Frank has worked with my daughter, who has special needs, over the years. She has always enjoyed spending time with him. He is soft spoken, kind, and has a caring heart. As a parent it's great to find someone dependable and I would recommend him to any family that...

Wendy W.

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Nancy L.


Uxbridge, MA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello my Name is Nancy! I have over 20 years of experience caring for children from newborn to teen. I have years of professional in center experience as an EEC certified infant/toddler and Preschool teacher as well as a Nanny. I homeschooled my own children for many years also. I have experience with multiples, preemies, and...
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Ginnette D.


Milford, MA

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Occasional Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy taking kids to the playground and going for walks. I also own a car which enables me to bring them to school or lessons and/ or pick them up. I have cared for children as young as 3 months old along with children with special needs. I have a 6-month-old nephew that I frequently care for.
Ginnette can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Ginnette has been an excellent babysitter to my 3 year old twins. Very dependable!"

Liz K.

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Randi B.


Hopedale, MA

$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Caregiver

I am an experienced caregiver for primarily senior citizens but have also worked with young children professionally and privately. Most recently I have worked with the same woman till her passing at 99 years old last month. I am trained in Alzheimer's, dementia, CPR and first aid. I am extremely organized, a fast learner, I am a...
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Cheryl C.


Milford, MA

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving, Creative, Cheerful And Flexible Mature Woman

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for 17+ years. My background includes positions as a Special Needs Teacher, as a substitute teacher, as an Early Intervention Educator and as an assistant family daycare. I have raised 3 children all of which are out on there own and am now a single adult with a great deal of flexibility. I do not and never...
Cheryl can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Cheryl helped me as needed in my family daycare over the last 20 years. She is experienced, patient, enthusiastic, well spoken, reliable and professional. She likes to entertain the young children with her interactive songs and stories .Because of her...

Danielle H.

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Liam M.


Milford, MA

$20-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caretaker With Experience In Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a former ABA therapist. I have worked for years at the Northshore consortium. I've been an in house tutor/caregiver. I worked as a literacy assistant at a highschool. I currently work as an after-school teacher. I have worked with different children of different needs of all ages. I am looking to work as a full time or part...
Liam can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Liam was hired as a home health aide and picked right up on the routine and also helped with extra shifts when we were short handed. He is kind and helpful to our family. "

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Karen K.


Westborough, MA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care: Adults Of All Ages

I truly enjoy working with individuals with special needs because I find it rewarding to get to know the whole person, their strengths, interests, habits, and areas of challenge. I am seeking a position that does not require me to provide physical assistance (heavy lifting, positioning, transfers...) For 13 years I worked as an...
5.0
"Karen is very compassionate and caring. She cared of my uncle and was a complete joy. We both looked forward to seeing her especially my uncle. She was very knowledgeable and precise. I would highly recommend her for your love ones. Thank you Peter."

Peter B.

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Stephanie P.


Upton, MA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Summer Position

Hello my name is Stephanie. I am currently working as a special needs instructional assistant for Watertown Public Schools (4 yrs) . Prior to that I worked as a long term special needs substitute teacher for Lexington Public Schools for 3 years. I have been babysitting for over 15 years. I have worked with children ages 3 months...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Meghan S.


North Grafton, MA

$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Career Nanny And Professional Pastry Chef!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been a career nanny for about 12 of the last 18 years. The rest of my time was spent working as a pastry chef at a local restaurant and bakery. In addition to my nannying experience, I have also tutored math (k-college), taught piano, coached soccer and cheer leading, led birthday parties (specifically in baking...
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Leah C.


Milford, MA

$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter Looking For Summer Position

HI! I am a recent college graduate. I worked at an elementary school for 4 years in high school, and worked at summer camps, taught learn-to-skate programs, worked as a lifeguard, and as a nanny. Over school breaks I have been a substitute teacher at my local elementary school, and have had experience with special needs children...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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Salle B.


Westborough, MA

$27/hr • 10 yrs exp

PCA With Love

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a PCA for my 91-year-old Mom. Mother of 2 grown children, ages 24 and 32. I have done a great job loving and teaching them what they need in life. I have been a Nanny for a few families over the years. Doing before and after school duties. I do love working with special needs of all ages. Waking up, feeding and walking or...
Salle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
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Katie M.


Milford, MA

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

I've been babysitting for about 6 years. I've worked at a daycare and I've also babysat for neighbors. I have my own car so I would be able to get to and from where I need to go. I'm also very good with animals. I have also worked at a summer camp for children with special needs so that is very much in my comfort zone. I am...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Paula M.


Worcester, MA

$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

I have had experience working with children from ages 1 to 18. I've been a game room coordinator at the Boys and Girls Club where I program defense, organize for the upcoming day, directed groups of around 20 children, and helped with tutoring in homework. i've also had a year working at an autism therapy service company. I've...
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Kathleen C.


Millbury, MA

$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi my name is Kathy I work well with others and kids I started doing care. com in order to help others. Anything I can possibly do to help I am all in.
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Amanda E.


Millbury, MA

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Tutor/ Special Needs Available

I have a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Psychology and a Master of Art in Special Education. I am currently in my twelfth year of teaching Special Education. Teaching and caring for children is my passion, and I enjoy it most!

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Northbridge, MA

Frank S.

5.0

Frank took care of my three children for a week while we were visiting Massachusetts but needed to work from home. Frank was caring, kind, and gentle. He doted on our 18 month old boy, pushing him around on a toy car to the delight of my son. He did fun cooking activities, crafts, and science...

- Tenley P.

Rachel H.

5.0

Rachel worked with us for about a year. She was always helpful, flexible, and great with the kids. She took them places, and helped us in other ways when we needed her. She will be missed.

- Catherine S.

Barbara J.

5.0

Barbara applies exceptional skills along with genuine compassion that has brought great relief to my family.

- Ken C.

Frank S.

5.0

Frank has worked with my daughter, who has special needs, over the years. She has always enjoyed spending time with him. He is soft spoken, kind, and has a caring heart. As a parent it's great to find someone dependable and I would recommend him to any family that is looking for some help.

- Wendy W.

Ginnette D.

5.0

Ginnette has been an excellent babysitter to my 3 year old twins. Very dependable!

- Liz K.

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