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Special needs caregivers in Sunderland, MA

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Rachel L.


Amherst, MA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

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I have worked and volunteered with children of all ages (up to 17) with varying degrees of abilities. I would love to lend a family in need of extra help whenever I can!
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Kate S.


Amherst, MA

$22-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kate. I am a current senior studying Speech language and hearing sciences at Umass Amherst, I will be graduating in May! I have experience working with children and adults with a variety of different abilities. I am currently working part time when I can at Perkins School for the Blind (on specific weekends). I am...
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Alyssa B.


Amherst, MA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Private Childcare Provider

With 7+ years of experience with children and young adults of all abilities, I work hard to create a fun and engaging environment to enhance developmental growth. I have experience with CP, ASD, ADHD, and have experience with applied behavioral analysis and other forms of behavioral management.
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Cynthia M.


Amherst, MA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Providing loving and cautious care to individuals unable to care for themselves, is one of my passions. I am able to help with bathing, dressing, meal prep, feeding, helping to get ambulatory, companionship, meds, insulin injections, assisting with mobility, lifting, etc. I would love to meet with you to determine whether or...
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Ridan D.


Amherst, MA

$31-45/hr7 yrs exp

I have lived in the USA for five years, immigrated from Brazil, now an American citizen. Coming from the field of journalism and facing a new reality here in this country, I discovered my passion in helping people. I decided to dedicate myself more to this field and I am currently studying a degree in Psycho-Pedagogy. My study...
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Jenna R.


Amherst, MA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Fun And Passionate Sitter

Hi! My name is Jenna and I am a senior psychology major at UMass Amherst. I was lucky enough to find my passion for working with kids at 13 years old, and have jumped at every opportunity to both teach and learn from kiddos ever since. I have been a camp counselor with 3-10-year-olds for five years, a swim instructor to...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

My background in professional childcare is primarily with kids on the spectrum ages 3-11. Listening deeply and giving careful attention. I lived for a year on a horsefarm learning the ways of equine therapy and remain inspired by the kindness and encouragement of parents with special needs children. I respect the necessity of...
Anthony can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
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Jeanne S.


Amherst, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have always had an open mind and heart to those with special needs of any sort. I have family that is special needs, and my best friend of 11 years has been diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, Paranoid Schizophrenia, and is Manic Depressive. I do not hold anything against anyone and would like to pride myself in my patience...
I'm Anwyn and I am a kind, creative and energetic 18-year-old taking a gap year. I live on Capitol Hill with my mom and siblings. I have lots of experience caring for children all ages, including a special needs child. I love engaging in creative activities, reading, cooking healthy organic meals, and just being around children,...
Anwyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Katie F.


Shutesbury, MA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time, Experienced Care Giver

I have many years experience working with all types of disabilities in a home and school setting. I am looking to supplement my current position with a part time care position in my area.

Darlene M.


Amherst, MA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Nanny

Hello, I am am experienced Nanny, mother of 1 grandmother of two school aged children. Former pre K/infant toddler teacher. I've had years of course training, first aide/ CPR. My experience includes, Head counselor for Camp Seco, night nanny for infant triplets, Arts and crafts instructor for South End Community Center. Live in...
Darlene can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Kaitlyn T.


Holyoke, MA

$19-41/hr9 yrs exp

Compassionate Childcare Provider With A Focus On Special Needs

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am delighted to offer my childcare services through Care. With over 8 combined years of childcare and special-education experience, I am committed to providing exceptional care tailored to your kiddo's individual needs. I believe in fostering a safe, nurturing, and consistent environment for children to learn and...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and friendliness, making her very easy to work with. Highly recommended."

Dennis L.

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Whitney H.


Easthampton, MA

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher With Flexible Schedule- Available Weekdays, Weeknights, And Weekends!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Greetings! I'm Whitney, I'm 29 and live in Northampton. I have been a preschool teacher for 8 years. I am about to graduate with a Master's in Early childhood education, as well! ***21 per hour but negotiable depending on ages and number of children. I am searching for summer work as well as late nights/date night care....
Whitney can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Trustline Certified

CPR

5.0
"Whitney has nannied for us for over six months now, and she has been wonderful. Our daughter absolutely adores her. She is reliable, responsible, and fun! We will miss seeing her every week, and hope she can still babysit when our schedules align."

Donna P.

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Rachel C.


Belchertown, MA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Certified, Creative, Intuitive, Nurturing Experienced Care Provider

Hi! I am a fully vaccinated, certified Personal Care Assistant. I have been a care provider for 5 years, with experience in wound care, Alzheimers/Dementia, med management, mobility assistance, toileting, bathing, cooking, gardening, light cleaning, and organizing/clutter clearing. I have also been a live-in House Manager at a...
5.0
"I was so lucky to have found Rachel. She was sensitive, supportive, reliable and quickly recognized my needs. Rachel provided a calm presence when I was feeling overwhelmed. She is patient, warm, intuitive, empathetic and loving. Rachel has become a very dear...

Cathy R.

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Ravneet G.


Easthampton, MA

>$23/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-time Care Giver, Errand Runner

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Rav! I have been working in childcare for 10 years and I have been exclusively on care. com since 2020 as a full-time nanny. Last fall, nannying became less of a full-time job, as I started a new job as a high school math teacher for children with moderate disabilities. Since summer is coming, I have full-time...
Ravneet can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"The best! Took such loving care of my post-surgical dog, sent regular updates, was timely and reliable, and helped us feel calm leaving the dog in a needier-than-normal state. I will absolutely be asking her to dog-sit again!"

Ana D.

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Emma L.


Holyoke, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Emma, I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages with all different needs. I have been the caretaker for older children with special needs, watched a child from her infancy into her toddler years, been a nanny to an infant and a 3-year-old, and cared for school aged children 7-9. As a graduate...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Emma is a very caring person who will always put the needs of your child above her own. She worked for us for quite a long time, and is still close with our family today. She is definitely worth the hire!"

Erin C.

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Molly G.


Southampton, MA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care/Tutor

I have 10 years of experience as a special education teacher! I have experience tutoring at the elementary level and have taught children in the public school settings. I also have "in home" experience helping children with special needs using Applied Behavioral Analysis. I have my masters degree in Special Education
Molly can also help with: Travel
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Tracy C.


Southampton, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Postpartum Doula/Childcare Provider Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mature nanny/doula with over 25 years of experience in public schools, family childcare, childcare administration. I specialize in infant care and love working with first time parents. I am a DONA trained postpartum doula and lactation consultant. I'd love to provide doula services for the newborn stage and stay on for...
Tracy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Paulina A.


Northampton, MA

$18-28/hr7 yrs exp

Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time

I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
Paulina can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Benjamin K.


Greenfield, MA

$22-50/hr10 yrs exp

Benny

I am an artist, childcare provider, and camp counselor with 10 years of experience teaching and working with children of all ages. I'm currently looking for full time opportunities. My favorite thing about working with kids is being able to help them explore and learn and creatively express themselves. As a babysitter I pride...
Benjamin can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sunderland, MA

Kaitlyn T.

5.0

Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and friendliness, making her very easy to work with. Highly recommended.

- Dennis L.

Whitney H.

5.0

Whitney has nannied for us for over six months now, and she has been wonderful. Our daughter absolutely adores her. She is reliable, responsible, and fun! We will miss seeing her every week, and hope she can still babysit when our schedules align.

- Donna P.

Rachel C.

5.0

Rachel is incredibly patient, kind, and conscientious. In addition to knowing her for 20 years, I hired her a year ago to help with my 16-year-old son who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. She is wonderful with him and very caring - he really looks forward to their time together. We also both...

- Tonya D.

Ravneet G.

5.0

The best! Took such loving care of my post-surgical dog, sent regular updates, was timely and reliable, and helped us feel calm leaving the dog in a needier-than-normal state. I will absolutely be asking her to dog-sit again!

- Ana D.

Emma L.

5.0

Emma has been watching my daughter since she was an infant and is one of the only sitters that pays attention to all the rules and quirks of my daughter. Additionally she has also been responsive in times of emergency which has helped our family tremendously.

- Oceana S.

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