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Alena occasionally babysits my two children when we have date nights and she the kids and us love her! She helps out tremendously and we

Review for Alena H. by Donna C.

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,

Review for Kyleigh S. by Care member

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

Review for Cassandra R. by Carrie P.

Special needs caregivers in Stow, MA

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Sharon L.


Stow, MA

$17-33/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello my name is Sharon. I have worked for over 30 years with children of all abilities. I've worked with people ages infant through 97 years old. I love to help people with any needs. I have also used multiple medical equipment and devices. I would like to meet your family if I sound like a possible match. Thank you for reading...
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Bailey S.


Stow, MA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Caregiver

Hello! My name is Bailey and I am a 19-year-old student at Clark University. When I'm not in school I live in Stow, MA and spend most of my time as a care-giver. When I was 13 I started working at daycares, then worked as a camp counselor, camp leader, babysitter, nanny, and PCA for children and adults with special needs. I've...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Charlotte! I have experience with special needs kids, specifically with Autism, as my brother is special needs. I am happy to help in any aspect I am needed including housekeeping, giving rides, and more. I am looking for families who need help with math/science tutoring or childcare this summer. I am 18 and CPR...
Charlotte can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Sharon L.


Stow, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Sharon. I live in Stow. I have worked with children for more than 20 years. I have worked with children ages 2 months thru 12 years. I've worked with special needs children through the years. In the past 5 years I have worked with infants. I am CPR and first aide certified. I am also comfortable with pets. Thank...
Sharon can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Jean V.


Concord, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Nurse Available Part Time

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I presently work in a home for developmentally delayed individuals. I have 30 years experience as a Licensed Nurse caring for all ages of medically fragile and special needs individuals. I really love my work and the people I care for and I am highly skilled, reliable and confident.
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Alena H.


Ayer, MA

$28-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Alena, I am 24 years old! Something fun about me is I love my dog, farm animals and the outdoors. I adore shaping the minds of young children and watching them explore/learn. Fun things I like to do while babysitting/nannying are crafts, explore outside, read books etc. I've worked at a daycare, and been a nanny for...
Alena can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Alena occasionally babysits my two children when we have date nights and she the kids and us love her! She helps out tremendously and we couldn't be more thankful. Consider hiring this awesome caregiver."

Donna C.

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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.

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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...

Cassandra G.

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Blair S.


Concord, MA

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

Hi, my name is Blair! I have 5 years of professional experience providing care for ages 8 months-12 years old. I have experience and am comfortable caring for up to 4 children at a time. I also have experience working with children who have special needs. I am compassionate, creative, and genuinely love working with kids of all...
Blair can also help with: Travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Blair has been a dependable sitter for our family for years. My 2 year old daughter and 4 year old son love when she comes over to watch them. Whether it be a full day or a date night, we always ask Blair if she's available before anyone else. She's super patient...

Elizabeth C.

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Sarah R.


Sudbury, MA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

10+ years of experience in childcare, professional and private. Excelling in all age ranges, from newborn to teenager. Well versed in many facets, homework help, arts & crafts specialties, social emotional learning, gross-motor play, special needs experience, transportation, home management and organization, meal prep, CPR &...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Sarah did a fabulous job watching my 3 young boys. She kept them busy and having fun, and oversaw mealtime. When we need a babysitter in the future we will definitely ask her to come back!"

Brigid D.

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Malayvanh S.


Lancaster, MA

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/Occasional Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm currently an ABA RBT at Keystone Collaborative Education in Leominster Ma I also do two nights for in home Aba Therapy. We teach daily independence along w/social & educational goals. I work one on one with certain students. During my babysitting/nanny jobs, I've helped prepare meals, potty train, naps, bathe, bed and...
Malayvanh can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Good with kids. Works with trouble kids at school. She's trained for kids with autism. Real positive and patient. "

Jenn C.

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Rachel G.


Sudbury, MA

$22-26/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Making A Difference In Children's Lives

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am an active 24-year-old. I am a senior at Curry College. I have 11 years of experience working with children. I will have a BA in Psychology and a minor in Criminal Justice. I was a counselor too children as a (one to one) with special needs specially (Autism). I have been around children my whole life and feel better around...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rachel was my baby's first sitter when I went back to work (when she was 2.5 months old). Rachel immediately felt like the right choice at our first meeting and our interview, reference checks, and then having her meet my daughter and our dog only solidified that...

Maureen K.

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Aletha D.


Maynard, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Early Childhood Educator Available For Various Babysitting Needs

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am an energetic, reliable, and passionate early-childhood educator with 25+ years paid experience in the field, and have 3 teenage children of my own. My favorite activities to do with children are exploring the outdoors, playing games (both indoor and out!), reading, cooking and crafts. I am able to assist with homework,...
Aletha can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Aletha is an amazing caregiver! I cannot say enough positive things about her. She has been working with our family for over a year and my son, now 4, adores her. She keeps up with his imagination and insatiable questioning and desire to learn. She always goes...

Branwen C.

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Breana Z.


Marlborough, MA

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter/caregiver

Hello! My names Levi, I've worked with kids for over 3 years professionally and have had many years experience helping out with my niece, nephews and younger cousins. I've worked with mainly special needs kids or kids with behavioral /mental health issues as well in past jobs.
Breana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kristin W.


Sudbury, MA

$19-24/hr5 yrs exp

Was a stay at home Mom for years. Have worked at Preschool and Elementary Schools for over 5 years.
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Samantha G.


Ayer, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as happy, fun, loving I've been working with children in my job for over 25yrs. They call me the baby whisper at work. Children are a joy to be around, you never know what they might say. My children are all grown and I have free time on my hands. Well kinda, I do have 3 dogs. And going to school...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Hanifah N.


Acton, MA

$24-32/hr3 yrs exp

I have dedicated several years to working with individuals with special needs, focusing on providing compassionate and personalized care. My experience includes supporting daily living activities, facilitating communication, and promoting social interactions to enhance their quality of life. I have developed tailored strategies...
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Olivia G.


Framingham, MA

$25-50/hr4 yrs exp

My Experience

I am an aspiring elementary teacher that is looking for a part time or full time nannying job while I complete my degree and early education teacher licensure. I have experience with nannying for two different families as well as teaching preschool, elementary, and middle school science, math and reading. I have worked with many...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Charissa P.


Hudson, MA

$17-30/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Experienced

Hello, everyone I have worked in residentials with seniors, special needs, ADHD, autistic, down syndrome and physically disabled people for many years. I also have an adult son who is autistic and lives independently a grandson who is autistic. I have always had the passion to bring joy and quality to these beautiful...

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