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Samantha C.


Tewksbury, MA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher (PreK-8)

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dual Masters Degree - Lesley University Moderate Disabilities (Pre-K) & Elementary Ed. (1-6) 5+ Years Experience Experience working with students with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Etc. Experience with Preschool Ages Students as well as 2nd - 5th Grade.
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Francesca C.


Revere, MA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been professionally working with children for over 10 years. I worked at child care service for 3 years working my way up from a part time assistant in infants to the infant program coordinator. I then took on a full time job for a family when I had watched both of their daughters as infants in my classroom. Their family...
Francesca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Francesca was the lead teacher at our daycare for my son. She was great with the infants and worked well with the parents. She has not worked for us as a family outside of daycare but I am sure she would be an awesome nanny/child care provider for any family!"

Shauna D.

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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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: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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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/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: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Elena is an amazing care taker for children and teens. I’ve trusted her wholeheartedly with my children over the course of many years. She chaperoned my older boys when they no longer needed sitters but really just rides and supervision. She took exceptional care...

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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.

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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Namande N.


Woburn, MA

$26/hr4 yrs exp

A Compassionate Friend

My name is Marion. I have been working as a caregiver to the seniors for the last six years. , I am a certified nursing Assistant and CPR , first Aide trained and MAP certified . I have experience in caring for individuals with special needs, seniors with Dementia and Alzheimer's. I am driven by the passion to care for others...
Namande can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

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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, respite care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia & 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, personal care, transportation, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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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 . Private Duty Caregiver and Personal Home care I have experience in the emergency situations....
Mario can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, home modification, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CPR

Home Health Aide

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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, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Wound Care

CPR

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Emily B.


Saugus, MA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Focusing On Quality Of Life!

I'd describe my personality as humorous, caring, responsible. I like caring for seniors because I am compassionate and understanding of their changing needs. I'm looking for a job that is flexible and fun. I started caring for seniors when I was in my late 20s. I did companionship and housekeeping on the weekends! My full...
Emily can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

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Hannah C.


Medford, MA

$28/hr7 yrs exp

Ready To Provide A Safe And Pleasant Experience For You And Your Family.

I'd describe my personality as fun, empathetic, and creative I like working with kids because I enjoy watching them grow and there curiosity as they learn the world around them. I started working with kids very early on and originally started with being a caregiver for my brother who has special needs which turned into my...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Sarah F.


Winchester, MA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Sarah, I am 26 years old and have a passion for helping those that are differently abled. I am studying Psychology but have experience with autism, ABA, and other forms of special needs.
Sarah can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Reading, MA

Francesca C.

5.0

Francesca was the lead teacher at our daycare for my son. She was great with the infants and worked well with the parents. She has not worked for us as a family outside of daycare but I am sure she would be an awesome nanny/child care provider for any family!

- Shauna D.

Kaitlin S.

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.

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.

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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