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Nina F.


Buzzards Bay, MA

$20-30/hr

Loving Care For Your Family

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Hello, I'm Nina. I'm a 19-year-old student from buzzards bay Massachusetts. I grew up with a sister on the autism spectrum, and I was a part of helping her through everyday life while in middle school/high school. She could take care of herself for the most part, but I helped teach her speech social skills, I would help make...
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Anna V.


Plymouth, MA

$25/hr1 yrs exp

I have worked with children with special needs in a daycare setting that I used to work at along with multiple babysitting jobs for both genders, different ages, and different abilities and needs. I've had throughout my life as well. I also have some friends and family that are special needs that I'm around daily.
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Joy M.


Forestdale, MA

$25/hr20 yrs exp

About Me

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as vivacious, warm, and kindhearted. I like working with kids because it fills my cup. I have had a passion for childcare for over 25 years and spending time in the company of tiny humans while investing in their development is deeply fulfilling. I'm looking for a job that will allow me to...
Joy can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Laura C.


Plymouth, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Friend Caregiver

Companionship for your special needs family member. Take on errands, help with meals, and someone to talk to and perhaps play a game.
Hello My name is Nichole. I've been working with children for a 14 years. 4 years of experiences in daycare setting and 11 years of experience with children with special needs. There was some overlap time between working at a daycare well doing a home services. I've also worked in special ed rooms in the school system for two...
Nichole can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Savannah W.


Plymouth, MA

$18-23/hr8 yrs exp

Direct Care Professional

Hi! Im Savannah. I have worked with people who have disabilities for about 8 years now, in a variety of settings. I absolutely love what I do, as it often doesn't feel like work to me. I'm looking for a full time or consistent part time position Monday-Friday, during the day. Thank you for your consideration! Hopefully talk soon
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Kira D.


Plymouth, MA

$20/hr8 yrs exp

I am currently a Cape Cod Healthcare employee with college experience from Bridgewater State University and I was looking to help parents out during the weeknights and especially weekends and spend time with their kiddos! I have plenty of experience with all kinds of children, I grew up as the oldest of 5, I helped in my...
Kira can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm a CNA that currently works as a special needs para for grades k-2 and an occasional nanny. I have worked in the health care field for over 20 yrs. I have extensive experience with children 0-18 yrs in various settings. I'm certified in CPR, first aid, med administration, safety care, and Epi pen administration. I have 3...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Alexa S.


Buzzards Bay, MA

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

ASD

I currently work with a special needs kindergartener! We work on his speech with visual cards and routine is very important. We have been even working on eye contact while talking and asking before touching! I love working with kids and I'm very energetic so it works with the young ones!!

Elena P.


Sagamore, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny,sitter, Special Needs Provider

I have years of experience with child care. Love kids. I have one grown son, many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews that I have care for over the years. In my work history, I have worked in a daycare, was a nanny, completed the Mentor program and fostered a teenager girl in my home. I have also cared for a little...
Elena can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Catherine M.


Plymouth, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Caring, Experienced Childcare Professional

I've spent the majority of my career working with children in various settings. These settings include the newborn nursery, the special care nursery, and pediatrics at a local hospital. Additional settings include group homes, family's residence, and an elementary school. I love children of all ages and abilities! I love to care...

Nancy S.


Plymouth, MA

$25-50/hr

Retired LPN With A Continued Passion For Caring

I am a retired Licensed Practical Nurse with 20 years experience. 8 of my years were spent as a pediatric private duty nurse. I loved caring for my clients. I enjoyed young people and personal interaction so much I went on to become a science teacher in a special needs school working with students with social and/or emotional...

Claire L.


Plymouth, MA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

My cousins (2) have down syndrome and as burgers I have a strong compassion and place in my heart for all children but especially children who need extra assistance. I feel rewarded and happy when the children learn new things and or develop new skills. I enjoy watching the children laugh and helping them make the most of there...

Alexa S.


Buzzards Bay, MA

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Loving Sitter

2.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Alexa . born and raised in falmouth MA! I am 26 years old I currently work with a special needs kindergartener! I am safety care, first aid and CPR certified! I have been watching children for over 6 years! I have worked with all ages with special needs and I am comfortable watching up to 4 or 5 kids! I love being...
Alexa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Elena P.


Sagamore, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter, Special Needs Provider,nanny

I cared for a little girl with CP, who used a wheelchair and was blind. I drove the wheelchair accessible van. Pick ups and drop offs, personal care, meals, outings, play and fun. In addition, I have had many years baby sitting. Also, I went through the Mentor program years ago and fostered a teenage girl. It was wonderful. I...

Nancy S.


Plymouth, MA

$10/hr8 yrs exp

Baby Sitter For The Night And Beyond...

I believe in raising children to be all they can be knowing that bar is different for each child. I am patient, responsive and respectful of all people (especially kids). Each child is unique and so how you support each child has to be unique as well. I am mom to two amazing kids. My son is 22 & my daughter is 20. Raising...
Nancy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Morgan M.


East Falmouth, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for children since I was 10 years old and I am now 39 years old. I have cared for newborns all the way to teenagers, as well as special needs children and twins. I love kids and as a child that grew up with babysitters, I love to make our time together as fun as possible, while still providing structure and...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Morgan is an amazing sitter only reason we do not still use her services is because we moved out of state. We moved houses in-state at first and she continued sitting for me driving 40 mins to and from my house. She also went above and beyond buying food/snack/toys...

Sarah C.

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Kaylee R.


Mashpee, MA

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked a few programs for special needs. Also babysat a few children with special needs. I love working with children and I am kind compassionate and love the work that I do.
5.0
"Prompt communication! We needed someone to provide companion care for our 24 y/o son with autism while we went on a whale cruise. Kaylee was excellent and helped my son feel comfortable while we were away. She was on time and very dependable."

Sally L.

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Paulette S.


Mashpee, MA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Caring Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

PCA certified, trained in all aspects of home health care, with extensive first aide training, With over 20 years experience, I specialize in, but not limited to, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, special needs and all aspects of autism, as well as hospice care. I also can provide...
Paulette can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, hospice services, respite care, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Paulette has been caring for my father-in-law for about two months and I cannot say enough about how caring and kind she has been. Paulette is very knowledgeable, friendly and flexible. She has been happy to help my father-in-law out as much as possible - even...

Kristen M.

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Kaylee R.


Mashpee, MA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Kaylee I have been working with children since I was a teenager! I love children. I worked in a few boarding schools for special needs children. I have worked in a preschool with pre k preschool and toddlers. I finished college and have my associates degree. I want to keep working with children and help where I can.
Kaylee can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kaylee was wonderful babysitting for my son, niece and nephew when we were in town for a wedding. She is very sweet, extremely communicative, reliable, and was great with the kids -- especially my 5 year old niece who can be pretty tricky! Would definitely...

Sarah C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Onset, MA

Morgan M.

5.0

Morgan is an amazing sitter only reason we do not still use her services is because we moved out of state. We moved houses in-state at first and she continued sitting for me driving 40 mins to and from my house. She also went above and beyond buying food/snack/toys for my kids and not asking for...

- Sarah C.

Kaylee R.

5.0

Prompt communication! We needed someone to provide companion care for our 24 y/o son with autism while we went on a whale cruise. Kaylee was excellent and helped my son feel comfortable while we were away. She was on time and very dependable.

- Sally L.

Paulette S.

5.0

Paulette has been caring for my father-in-law for about two months and I cannot say enough about how caring and kind she has been. Paulette is very knowledgeable, friendly and flexible. She has been happy to help my father-in-law out as much as possible - even bringing him to appointments and...

- Kristen M.

Kaylee R.

5.0

We had a great experience with Kaylee. Thank you again!

- David R.

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