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Adessa B.


Rochdale, MA

$25-35/hr10 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/hr10 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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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...

Nandini K.

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Samantha A.


Worcester, MA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Samantha. I have been on and off babysitting and nannying for just over 5 years. I am 23 years old and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I have experience working with children with special needs as I have been working for the past year with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and I am...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sam is wonderful nanny! She was great with my 2 children (3 and 7). She helped with remote learning and had fun with the kids. The playroom was always clean and she helped out with housework as well. We would have loved to keep her, but she is pursuing graduate...

Stacey F.

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Bendu S.


Worcester, MA

$17-22/hr10 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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Hannah S.


Sutton, MA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Adventurous Sitter/ Nanny Who Loves Kids And Animals

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My names Hannah and I just recently have moved to the New Haven CT area! I graduated Providence College last spring and am about to start and Accelerated Nursing program this May! I am the oldest of 3, and have always taken care of my younger siblings (especially my sister who is 8 years younger than me). I also have...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Hannah is among the most reliable, capable, and compassionate child care providers we have had the privilege to know. She is always on time, communicative, easy-going, and creative. She is never distracted or disengaged when spending time with our boys. My boys...

Judi J.

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Jessica T.


Oxford, MA

$20-30/hr10 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/hr5 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/hr10 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/hr7 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

Hello! I just moved from NH to Tucson in the beginning of October. My job back home was assistant manager for a cleaning company so I have a lot of experience with house care and tidying up. My job before that was in assisted living for elderly with special needs. I was promoted to assistant manager very quickly at this job,...
Cassandra can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, transportation, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
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Brooke A.


Worcester, MA

$20-30/hr9 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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/hr10 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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Melissa B.


Millbury, MA

$24-50/hr10 yrs exp

.

Hello, I am Melissa. I am professional care provider of 20 plus years. I am a mother of 2(16 ASD, SPD, ADHD,) (8ADHD, SPD). I am passionate about my work with families and kiddos. I love what I do and find it indescribably rewarding to support and witness those within my care access, explore and succeed in the world around them....
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Wendy P.


Millbury, MA

$20-50/hr10 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

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Amanda P.


Millbury, MA

$25-40/hr4 yrs exp

Trusted Caregiver

My name is Amanda, and I have two amazing daughters 12 and 18. I am BLS and AED certified and I am a licensed certified nursing assistant in Connecticut and Massachusetts. While raising my own two daughters as a single mom, I have also helped with special needs children in different settings as one of my own is special needs....
Amanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jill L.


Sutton, MA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

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


Worcester, MA

$25-50/hr10 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: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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.

Samantha A.

5.0

Sam is wonderful nanny! She was great with my 2 children (3 and 7). She helped with remote learning and had fun with the kids. The playroom was always clean and she helped out with housework as well. We would have loved to keep her, but she is pursuing graduate school.

- Stacey F.

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.

Hannah S.

5.0

Hannah is among the most reliable, capable, and compassionate child care providers we have had the privilege to know. She is always on time, communicative, easy-going, and creative. She is never distracted or disengaged when spending time with our boys. My boys say: "Hannah is kind, helps with our...

- Judi J.

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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