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Jenna H.


North Reading, MA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Always Putting A Smile On Your Face

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jenna perpetually exhibited outstanding care of my son always going above and beyond. She has a wealth of knowledge in her field of expertise and I witnessed her abilities on several occasions. Jenna is truly an asset to any family that welcomes her in. Highly...

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Gabriela C.


Stoneham, MA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Gabriela and I am a 26-year-old career nanny! I have nannied for over 6 years; as a live-in nanny, a daytime nanny for multiple children and as a PCA for a toddler with limited abilities. I have worked with children ages ranging from newborn to 12 years old. I have worked with multiple children with special needs &...
Gabriela can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gabriela did a great job taking care of our children, would surely hire her again or recommend her! She was punctual and flexible."

Mayank J.

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Jacqueline D.


Lexington, MA

$25-32/hr8 yrs exp

Warm, Loving, Highest Quality Care For Your Infant

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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jackie has been helping us with our 3 month old before she transitions to daycare. She’s wonderful and makes us feel comfortable leaving our young baby with her. Highly recommend Jackie to any family, especially with infant! "

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Emily A.


Medford, MA

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Teacher On Summer Break!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Science teacher in Douglas, MA with experience as an EMT and PCA for 3+ years. Looking forward to connecting!
5.0
"Emily knows just how to handle my special needs young adult when he is upset. She's great with de-escalating the challenging family situations that occur in my home. She's super responsible and clear headed, too."

Katrina F.

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Elena D.


Everett, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Active Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Elena! I am a kind, compassionate and loving caregiver, born and raised in Massachusetts. I am Italian and Irish with a huge family of over 30 cousins, so naturally born, I was born into my role as babysitter! I am the only girl out of my siblings, with 3 brothers, so I was raised responsible and tough! I am...
Elena can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Elena was punctual and courteous. My daughter was always happy and laughing while playing with Elena!"

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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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Marybeth S.


Cambridge, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

OTD Student Available For Part-Time Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a strong background in childcare and experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a BA in Psychology and recently moved to Boston to pursue my Doctorate in...
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Daïna C.


Billerica, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Career "Live-In" Family Assistant And Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Daïna. have been a Nanny, Personal Assistant, Babysitter, Family Assistant, Tutor, and Caregiver. I also have experience with infants and their special needs, and with helping children with learning challenges. I have been around children for as long as I can remember. I have been a career family...
Daïna can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is kind and gracious and everyone likes her. She is always concerned about others."

Kim S.

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Karina C.


Andover, MA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a Bachelor's in Psychology from St. John's University. I have worked with children of special needs both at the research and interpersonal level. I specifically have experience with FASD, ADHD, PPD, Autism, Down syndrome, speech delays, processing disorders and epilepsy. I am now attending a Post-Bac program at Georgetown...
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Melissa I.


Medford, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Childcare Provider Seeking Nanny Position Close To Water Town.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My Qualifications: -10+ Years experience in childcare/nanny various ages. - Certified Respite Care Provider for Children w Autism. - Loves engaging Children in creative arts. -Big fan of outdoor activities - Creative, Patient, and Flexible. - Non-Smoker/ and health conscious - Loves Museums/History/and Art. - Excellent...
I started working with kids when I was 13. I have a lot of experience with all ages and have been also working with special needs children since I was a kid.
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Meagan S.


Wakefield, MA

$18-23/hr2 yrs exp

I Love Being Goofy And Making Anybody I Can Laugh

I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. I have been working at a local high school as a paraprofessional. I work with special needs teenagers- special needs including, ADHD, autism, dyslexia, learning/ socially delayed students. I've built many relationships throughout my time at the school and love...
Meagan can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Aidan A.


Winchester, MA

$19-24/hr5 yrs exp

I grew up in my mother's renowned home daycare and have worked several years professionally caring for children ages 0 to 12, as well as my 5 younger siblings. I have experience working with kids of all sorts of special needs and atypical behavior.
Aidan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

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Katerina I.


Arlington, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver For Children

Hello I am Katerina, I am the oldest of 4, I am also the oldest first cousin of 13. I love interacting with the kids and have always been the go to babysitter for my entire family. I also happen to have two cousins who have special needs. I have the patience to sit with them and interact. I have many years experience of being a...
Katerina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Hannah P.


Somerville, MA

$21-35/hr1 yrs exp

Future Occupational Therapist

I am a second year student in the Tufts occupational therapy doctoral program with a passion for promoting the well being of individuals of all abilities. I have caretaking experience working with individuals with special needs across the lifespan.
Hannah can also help with: Transportation, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care & more
Hello! I am experienced working with children, seniors, and pets. I have worked with special needs children, multiple children, and 1-1 nanny jobs. I love people and get along with all different personalities. Clean driving record and provides great safe care!
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Beatriz A.


Everett, MA

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hi family! My name is Beatriz, I'm 26 years old and I'm looking for a nanny position. I have experience looking after children of all ages, especially babies and toddlers. I'm a physiotherapist so I have experience looking after children with special needs such as scares and down's syndrome. I also have a certificate in CPR...
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Mario S.


Cambridge, MA

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Patient, Loyal And Reliable, Considerate, I Love Helping People.

I have 15 years of experience. I can help with Medical Assistant and Caregiver , CNA(Certified Nursing Assistant). Personal Care Attendant (PCA) and CPR /BLS /AED , Personal Care Aides (PCA) , Home Health Aides (HHAs) Live-In Home . Senior care Private Duty Caregiver and Personal Home care I have experience in the emergency...
Mario can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Lorraine B.


Medford, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Dependable Caregiver.

With 20+ years of experience in senior care, child care and special needs care, I specialize in providing compassionate reliable support to individuals and their families with diverse needs including those requiring dementia care while aging at home. My extensive background includes hands-on assistance with a daily living...
Lorraine can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Sheri G.


Burlington, MA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant

I am a certified CNA with 2 decades of experience. I also have my early childhood education certificate. I have experience with special needs children, bilingual children, all ages and different backgrounds. I am CPR certified as well as first aid. I have my own transportation. I am looking for the right family within 10 miles...
Sheri can also help with: Personal care, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Reading, MA

Jenna H.

5.0

Jenna perpetually exhibited outstanding care of my son always going above and beyond. She has a wealth of knowledge in her field of expertise and I witnessed her abilities on several occasions. Jenna is truly an asset to any family that welcomes her in. Highly recommend her!!!

- Care member

Gabriela C.

5.0

Gabriela did a great job taking care of our children, would surely hire her again or recommend her! She was punctual and flexible.

- Mayank J.

Jacqueline D.

5.0

Jackie has been helping us with our 3 month old before she transitions to daycare. She’s wonderful and makes us feel comfortable leaving our young baby with her. Highly recommend Jackie to any family, especially with infant!

- Care member

Emily A.

5.0

Emily knows just how to handle my special needs young adult when he is upset. She's great with de-escalating the challenging family situations that occur in my home. She's super responsible and clear headed, too.

- Katrina F.

Elena D.

5.0

Elena was punctual and courteous. My daughter was always happy and laughing while playing with Elena!

- Care member

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