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Hayley W.


Holden, MA

$19-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I am 27 years old and have been babysitting since I was 14. I love children. Caring for them while helping them learn and grow is my top priority. I have experience with children 4 weeks-26 years old. I also have experience working with individuals with additional/ special needs.
Hayley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Betty B.


Leominster, MA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny With Special Needs Skills

I am currently a family support worker. I have experience working with youth and families from age 10 to 18 with mental health diagnosis. I have also been a private nanny in the past. Currently I provide support and education to the youth and families I work with as well as help coordinate and advocate for services needed.
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Bethany P.


Leominster, MA

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I am a licensed special education teacher offering tutoring services for school age children from 3rd grade to 6th grade in the subjects of reading, writing, math, organization, social skills and coping skills. Safety has always been the core of my teaching philosophy. No matter how interesting, knowledgeable, pleasant or...
Licensed Special Education Teacher: Moderate Disabilities grades 5-12 Previous Dance Teacher grades K-12 I have worked in adult day habilitation programs for 5 years. I have worked in home based residential programs as well as provided in home assistance for a person diagnosed with MS. I have experience working in transitional...
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Elizabeth M.


Still River, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny And Babysitter

I have been a nanny and in-home care person for over 12 years now. I have worked with babies, children, teens, and adults from every age and background, and have also worked privately and professionally with young people who have special needs for many of those years. I am currently planning to go back to school for Midwifery...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi I'm Jaffrey, nice to meet you! I have cared my whole life for my older brother Mathias who has Down syndrome. I have always loved and cared for him and his friends with special needs. My senior year in high school I decided to get a job at Western Dupage Special Recreation Association (WDSRA) in Illinois where I am from. I...
My name is Rukiyat . I am exceptionally Nurturing, Dependable, Energetic, Empathic, Caring, Passionate, and Patience. I am a nanny with 10+ years of experience caring for children ages from Newborns / infant/ toddler/ preschool and school-age including special needs. I've been working in childcare all my life. I am CPR & First...
Rukiyat can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

4 years of experience with five different individuals with specials needs. I have worked with many individuals with many different needs and have been able to care for them and meet there needs above expectation. I am a very passionate care taker.
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Bonny D.


Berlin, MA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

I love taking care of all ages, I'm a big kid at heart. I've been involved with many families over the past 25 years doing what I love. My experience ranges from infants to young adults. I've gone to many homes, or transported to and from school. I'm professional and trustworthy, but mostly caring. I do take 2 vacations a year,...
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Meredith C.


Clinton, MA

$28-35/hr1 yrs exp

Neurodivergent Friendly

I worked previously as an RBT and currently work in a preschool with spacial needs/ ASD kiddos. I strive to be compassionate, nurturing, and supportive in their development needs.

Skylar B.


Leominster, MA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced With Intellectually Disabled Adults MAP Certified CPR/First Aid Certified

MAP certified CPR/First Aid certified Has 1+years experience Can assist with bathing Can assist with feeding Can assist living their life as normal as possible
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Betmarie S.


Worcester, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing, Fun And Trustworthy Sitter!

I am compassionate, responsible, and dedicated. I pride myself in having excellent skills with communication, building strong relationships with the child and family, nurturing, caring, professional and having a positive attitude. In addition, I am a team player who knows how to build a winning work environment despite the...
Betmarie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

I have 3 years of experience. I worked as a nanny for a family with three kids, I worked as a summer camp counselor and did volunteer work for 7 years at an elementary school.
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Samantha A.


Worcester, MA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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Lisa L.


Westford, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Specialist

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in elder care for most of my adult life as a Home Health Aid and Program Director. These roles provide me with many skills, both in caring for people physically but also cognitively. I can keep your loved one engaged, stimulated and interested in things around them. I am highly qualified and skilled in helping...
Lisa can also help with: Respite care, home modification, visiting nurse, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Lisa is an extremely skilled caregiver and exceptional person. Her thoughtful, creative approach and terrific sense of humor have had a dramatic, positive impact on my wife. My wife has young onset Alzheimer's and Lisa's care has empowered her, allowing her to feel...

Michael L.

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Renee C.


Marlborough, MA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

4.3

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm 35 years old, living in Marlborough Ma. I am very motivated and treat all kiddos like my own! I'm seeking a full time position. I have 15-17 years professional experience in childcare of all ages, in school and at the home. I am CPR/first aid certified, as well as certified to work in special needs (RBT). I have a valid...
Renee can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Renee is a loving and kind hearted person. She's amazing with children and always puts others needs before anyone else's. I've known her for many years and you'd be lucky to have her! :)"

Tiffany A.

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Kayla F.


Hudson, MA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available For The Summer

I spent last summer working at an overnight camp for children with special needs, where I gained experience working with children from ages 6-18 with a wide range of diagnoses, abilities, and needs. At the camp, we were trained in behavior management techniques for working with children with special needs. Working on goal...
5.0
"Kayla F. and I worked together at a residential summer camp for children with emotional and behavioral problems and developmental disabilities. Kayla demonstrated the ability to interact with children of all ages while working with younger children at the day camp...

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Cassandra R.


Marlborough, MA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Cassandra. I attended college with a focus in child psychology. My 26 years of experience with children include FT nanny, PT live in, before/after school caregiver, and 7 yrs as a FT OCCS certified lead infant/preschool teacher. I have experience with special needs w/very basic ASL. As a mother of 4, my oldest...
Cassandra can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Cassandra has been with my two boys for almost 2 years (now 10 and 8) and has always done a great job. I would highly recommend her as a caretaker. She was constantly on the go driving them to their practices and events. She would play games with them as well as...

Carrie P.

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Kyleigh S.


Marlborough, MA

$37/hr4 yrs exp

I Will Care For Your Kiddos As If They Were My Family!

Hi! I'm Kyleigh and I'm 21! I am a certified daycare teacher in Marlborough! I have cared for many different family's ranging from newborn to 12 years old. Children with special needs and a set of twins! I have no problem helping with household tasks such as errands, cleaning, cooking, laundry, etc! I have my own transportation,...
Kyleigh can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kyleigh is an amazing caregiver and is like family to us now! Kyleigh cared for our 3 girls (infant, 4 & 5 year old) full time for 9 months before she became a teacher. Kyleigh is punctual, a good communicator, fun and engaging with children while caring about...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sterling, MA

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.

Lisa L.

5.0

We have had Lisa as a caregiver for my 95 yo mom for at least 2 or 3 years and she is wonderful! She has a kind and easy going manner and a great sense of humor! She is so good with my mom who has some dementia and some other medical issues -always kind and gentle. We love Lisa- you will too!

- Bonnie O.

Renee C.

3.0

When Renee was with our child she took excellent care of her. Had wonderful activities and games even though our child was not even one yet. However she struggled to come on time in the morning and often called out sick, as our nanny, this left is in a bind. Then she quit without notice after 4...

- Annika B.

Kayla F.

5.0

Kayla F. and I worked together at a residential summer camp for children with emotional and behavioral problems and developmental disabilities. Kayla demonstrated the ability to interact with children of all ages while working with younger children at the day camp and teenagers at the residential...

- Cassandra G.

Cassandra R.

5.0

Cassandra has been with my two boys for almost 2 years (now 10 and 8) and has always done a great job. I would highly recommend her as a caretaker. She was constantly on the go driving them to their practices and events. She would play games with them as well as allow them to have the freedom to...

- Carrie P.

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