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Hayley W.
Holden, MA
$19-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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...
Rebecca M.
Leominster, MA
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
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...
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Jaffrey M.
Leominster, MA
$18-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
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...
Rukiyat M.
Leominster, MA
$40/hr • 8 yrs exp
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Bonny D.
Berlin, MA
$20-25/hr • 6 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,...
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.
Jazlynn J.
Clinton, MA
$23-33/hr • 5 yrs exp
Worked two years with ABA. Have been trained and know a lot from personal experiences. I am very caring, energetic, and love to help little ones grow and learn. If given the opportunity I would not disappoint.
Skylar B.
Leominster, MA
$15-20/hr • 1 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
As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant I have a lot of experience working with children with various disabilities. I love what I do and would love to help parents that have children with disabilities or limitations.
5.0
(5)
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: Dementia, personal care, home modification, visiting nurse, respite care
5.0
"Lisa is great with seniors, and everyone. She has a wonderful sense of humor and yet is very respectful of seniors. She is honest and works hard at making people happy. She would be a great care giver/companion to a senior in need, as she would always keep them...
Albert M.
Renee C.
Marlborough, MA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm 36 years old, living in Marlborough Ma. I jave a 19-month-old foster daughter. I am very motivated and treat all kiddos like my own! I'm seeking a full-time position at this time. or part time. (Depending on pay.)
I have 15-17 years of professional experience in childcare of all ages, in school, and at home. I am CPR/first...
Renee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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...
Annika B.
5.0
(1)
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...
Cassandra G.
Cassandra R.
Marlborough, MA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(2)
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kyleigh has a strong passion and understanding for kids and so great with them. Our 2 year old, who takes awhile to warm up to people, warmed up to her quickly and loves her! She is responsible and reliable as well! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
(Unavailable to commit to new consistent hours until Summer of 2023)
I'm fully vaccinated and received a booster shot in April 2022.
I have three children of my own, two who are now teenagers and one a few years away from joining the teenage ranks.
In regards to my professional background and experience, I have two decades of...
4.9
(8)
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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kate! I have experience in nannying and babysitting including spending a year working full time as the nanny to a newborn. I am currently seeking part time hours. My schedule is flexible. I have over 10 years of experience in caregiving, including five years with children and four years working with individuals and...
Katherine can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kate is such a wonderful caregiver to our son. She's very knowledgeable about child development and skilled in working with him (he is 9 months). He took to her immediately and they formed a bond right away. Our son had a pretty scary moment after just a few weeks...
Crystal R.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sterling, MA
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.
Kyleigh S.
5.0
Kyleigh has a strong passion and understanding for kids and so great with them. Our 2 year old, who takes awhile to warm up to people, warmed up to her quickly and loves her! She is responsible and reliable as well!
- Care member
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