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Maggie A.


Somers, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Support

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Hi! I have several years experience as a school counselor. My caseload includes several children with special needs. I am comfortable proving support to anyone with special needs.
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Merideth K.


Broad Brook, CT

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

I have worked in child care for many years including classrooms with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-k headstart programs. I am also CPR and First Aide certified. I currently work for an allergist who regularly sees pediatric patients. I have an Associate's Degree in Child Development, am a nursing student, and am very...
Merideth can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Merideth is great with our kids. Has watched them many times,including for a few days straight while my husband and I went away on vacation. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing the kids were in good hands. The kids always have a good time with her and ask...

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Cheyanne B.


Monson, MA

$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Cheyanne and I have roughly 8 years of experience in the childcare field. I have worked in daycare being a toddler teacher for a few years. I have also been a nanny to different families with ages ranging from newborn to school age. I have experience with asd and special needs!
Working with young Children has given me the patience, love, and gratitude for all people. I have worked with children if all personalities and backgrounds and I can't wait to meet you
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Francheska O.


East Longmeadow, MA

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Developmental Service Worker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Provide Direct Care Services along with support to individuals with intellectual and physical abilities. Implementation of behavioral and recreational programs as well as leisurely activities. Perform housekeeping duties and preparation of meals for clients. Maintain confidential records in accordance with program policies and...
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Emily J.


Enfield, CT

$20-28/hr • 1 yrs exp

Here To Bring Smiles

I work in the aba field helping young autistic children learn and grow! I'm patient and very understanding of needs and other sensory stimulus needs. I have a passion to let every child know they are smart and capable and loved.
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Amber M.


Enfield, CT

$17/hr • 4 yrs exp

Nurturing And Enthusiastic Sitter

I'd describe my personality as nurturing, creative, and calm I like working with kids because I love seeing the outcome and the difference I can make in a kids life. I started working with kids when I was young, always babysitting my 7 nieces and nephews. I got a job at a before and after school program I've been at for 5...
Amber can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ethan O.


Springfield, MA

$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Child Care Proffesional

I'm a young adult eager and willing to take care of your children, and fulfill any other household needs you might have. I am currently working as a paraprofessional at Forest Park Middle School. I work with autistic children daily and know how to work with a variety of special needs. I'm CPI certified, and ServSafe...
Ethan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Stephanie B.


Enfield, CT

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Care, PCA

I work for Viability Inc. for 6 years. and for CHD for 2 years; dealing with mentally and physically challenged individuals. My passion is driven by the satisfaction I get of seeing happiness on the faces of those I care for , I always go the extra mile to achieve goals for them. My availability will be Monday to Friday 2 p.m....
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Nicole P.


East Longmeadow, MA

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

I am a registered nurse I am looking for extra work I am flexible I am fun I am reliable! contact me!
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Cindy H.


Enfield, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a certified home health aide I have worked with special needs children, as well as children without disabilities. I was with one child for seven wonderful years and worked with many others over the course of years.
Cindy can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Brianna P.


Enfield, CT

$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Fun, Energetic Sitter

I baby sat a lot growing up and recently I worked at New Preschool Academy while attending school for my Early Childhood Education degree. I have experience working with special needs kids, specifically autism. I can cook, clean, and I don't mind animals.
Brianna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emma F.


Springfield, MA

$25/hr • 13 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hello! I am a very reliable and patient individual. While in college I worked as full day nanny 2x per week, lifeguard, and swim instructor. I really enjoy working along side parents to give their kids exactly what they need as a family. I also feel that I am a responsible, caring, and professional individual. I have experience...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello!! I'm 21 years old and have been working with children from the ages of 4 months to 10 years old for 6 years now. As of right now I am in college and will be graduating in May with a bachelors in child psychology and early education. I also have experience with children with special needs through the daycare but also my...
Johannah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Gloria S.


Springfield, MA

$18-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Working with individuals with developmental disabilities and hospice , senior care, bathing, cooking , appointments, companionship etc. and help with special needs.
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Calista B.


Ellington, CT

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been an ice skating coach for 10 yrs to all ages, mostly 16 & under. I have babysat for many families since I was 13 as well as cleaned professionally and privately. I am a certified lifeguard; CPR& Heimlich certified, aCNA and a PCA. I am triple majored in my bachelors in English, History& Psychology with an accounting&...
Calista can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

I am in my first year of pursuing my masters degree in occupational therapy! I am looking to gain more experience working with a variety of different needs and disabilities!
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Katherine S.


Monson, MA

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Care Giver Available

I am currently an assistant Director at a dayhabilitation program in where I work with adults and senior with developmental disabilities. I have been working with this population for more than 4 years and it has been a great experience. I would love to help you care for your love ones.
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Courtney K.


Wilbraham, MA

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

In high school I took a class working with the special needs students in the school. I remember the first day I went there they were just so welcoming, and it really made me never want to miss a day of school because I loved working with them. I was basically a teachers aid, and I took the class repeatedly in my last three years...
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Meghann C.


Springfield, MA

$15-40/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hello! I am a reliable, trustworthy and hardworking Mom and art teacher. I have been in the field of education for five years and a mother for 16. I have studied early childhood development and adolescent development and have worked in classrooms with various special needs children. I have also a studied social emotional...
Meghann can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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