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Adessa B.


Rochdale, MA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver Available

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Hello! My name is Adessa and I am currently working as an ABA teacher providing services for individuals aged 10-14 with autism and related disorders. I previously worked as a nanny for 4 years, and as a summer camp events coordinator for 6 summers.
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Sierra O.


Worcester, MA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mother's Helper/Date Night/Weekend Sitter

4.9

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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

My experience as a nanny has been just over 10 years. I began watching my first child in my early teens during my summer vacations and continued to watch my neighbor's children, and friends of the family's children. I have also connected with many great family's through Care. com. I am very comfortable with all age groups of...
Sierra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Sierra has worked for us for about a month now on a regular basis. My children adore her. She is dependable and kind. She always has new ideas on fun things to with our kids. She often writes notes to us to keep open communication. It can be very scary having a...

Katie O.

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Bendu S.


Worcester, MA

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years experience caring for individuals with special needs. This field has brought me to know family. I enjoy working and making long lasting relationship.
5.0
"Bendu has been the most wonderful help for my sister who has special needs! She is great with communication, has lots of experience, and willing to help with any needs my sister has including assisting with bathing and accompanying her to MD appointments. She has...

Joanna B.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My 2 oldest children have Tourette's. I have 2 good friends that are different degrees of autism that I reacted with often before COVID. I I would bring bowling or mini golfing and dance with . The other loved dancing and coloring but has little communication skills.
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Jessica T.


Oxford, MA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Licensed educator with experience working with children that have autism, ADHD, PTSD, depression, anxiety, seizure disorders, emotional disturbances, speech impairments and physical impairments.
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Joselin N.


Worcester, MA

$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experience With Autism

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

The love of my life is autistic ( there is not a lot more to say) .. autistic it's not easy and challenge me everyday but make me a better human more empathetic with other make me able to care others ( no matters who) with love and patience
5.0
"May 2023: Joselin was a very responsive provider for our young adult son and jumped right into helping him, accommodating his schedule/meeting him when he requested, once they had met. She is kind and compassionate and had an understanding of his autism,...

Paula E.

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Susan S.


Spencer, MA

$27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Childcare

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have a B. A in preschool through 3rd grade. I was a preschool and special needs teacher for several years. I worked as a Development Specialist for Early Intervention working w children 6 months to 3 years old. I've been in childcare for the past 20 years. I find working with children a fun and rewarding experience. When I...
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Laurie R.


Paxton, MA

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hello, I am married with 3 adult children and 4 grandchildren. Looking to take care of a medically challenged or special needs that need 1:1 love, care and attention. Also I Can Provide Senior Care
Laurie can also help with: Dementia, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

Licensed Nurse

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Brooke A.


Worcester, MA

$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp

I started babysitting when I was 15 for the kids of my Mom's friends before becoming a camp counselor and dance teacher. I began caring for people with special needs when I was in high school, volunteering with the Special Olympics. I joined Best Buddies in college and then began working 1:1 in the home and clinic setting in...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Absolutely adore kids! I have over 10 years of nanny experience as well as ABA and teaching experience in special need
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Diane D.


Holden, MA

$25-34/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Available At $13-15 An Hour

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have recently moved to Holden and have been a nanny for the past 20 yrs. Prior to that, I was a teacher with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. I also have worked with young special needs children and love what I do.
Diane can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Wendy P.


Millbury, MA

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nurturing, Attentive, Creative & Experienced Caregiver Available Fall 2024

I have a full schedule at the moment! Thanks for your consideration :) (Nurturing, flexible, creative, & experienced nanny. Helping guide growing minds & bodies is the most important job I've ever had. Experience w/each developmental stage, esp infant & toddler. I have worked w/ special needs children of all abilities. 25yr+ I...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have been taking care of people with special needs for past one year. Before started it professionally, I was taking care of my mother when she was going through a tough time, it was when I learned how to be patient and caring at the same time. It is a huge responsibility and I have been receiving love back from people for my...
I have two children with diagnoses on the autism spectrum and adhd and one has an intellectual disability. I am available during the day while my children are in school for babysitting or companion care, help around the house, or an outing.
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Jill L.


Sutton, MA

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have experience at NECC and the Center and was a supervisor in an autism classroom in Westborough.
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Mary S.


Worcester, MA

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

SLP Grad Student That Loves Working With Kids, Accommodating Special Needs, & Early Com. Development

I am currently in graduate school to become a speech language pathologist. I have more than 12 years of experience working with kids with autism, special needs, and/or significant behavioral needs. I am interested in early child development & communication and I specifically want to work with infants and/or toddlers developing...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Ava B.


North Oxford, MA

$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Your New Favorite Sitter

I've been passionate about childcare for years. I have extensive experience working with children who have special needs, and I even intern at a local elementary school during the week. I can absolutely help out with cooking, cleaning, laundry, errands, tutoring, and transportation. I have an energetic and bubbly personality...
Ava can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lucy K.


Worcester, MA

$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Medical Student With Extensive Experience Caring For Special Needs Individuals

Hi, My name is Lucy and I am a medical student, former EMT, and caretaker for a non-verbal, autistic child. I am looking for part-time, overnight, and back-up care jobs while I complete my medical degree. I have experience in medical emergencies, assisting with activities of daily living, G-J tube care, autism, food allergies,...
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Kelsey T.


Worcester, MA

$23-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider

Hi! My name is Kelsey. I am a new mom with an almost 8-month-old. I have an undergraduate and masters degree in special education, and currently work in human services. With that, I have both academic and professional experience working with individuals with special needs, ranging from adolescence to adulthood. Babysitting was...
Kelsey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

my name is Christine! I have been working with children for 16 years. I am currently a certified infant/toddler/ preschool/pre-k teacher in Massachusetts and currently stay home with my 3-year-old son. I have taught infants, toddlers, preschool and have worked with school age children as well. I am certified in first aid/CPR and...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rochdale, MA

Sierra O.

5.0

Sierra took care of my 2 yr old son for about six months. It was a real pleasure working with her. She is very reliable, loving and caring. She would always keep him occupied with activities like coloring. She is very mature for her age and knows how to take care of kids really well. My son was...

- Nandini K.

Bendu S.

5.0

Bendu has been the most wonderful help for my sister who has special needs! She is great with communication, has lots of experience, and willing to help with any needs my sister has including assisting with bathing and accompanying her to MD appointments. She has been an answer to prayer! Highly...

- Joanna B.

Joselin N.

5.0

May 2023: Joselin was a very responsive provider for our young adult son and jumped right into helping him, accommodating his schedule/meeting him when he requested, once they had met. She is kind and compassionate and had an understanding of his autism, which no doubt comes from having her...

- Paula E.

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