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Mariza is a very sweet lady ,she also is very patient ,accountable and trustworthy. She promotes a safe and fun environment to the kids in

Review for Mariza F. by Simone S.

Works well with special needs children, has good teaching skills. I am planning on using her as often as I can.

Review for Athena Z. by Peter G.

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

Review for Aletha D. by Branwen C.

Special needs caregivers in Wayland, MA

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Keri S.


Wayland, MA

$40-50/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi families, I take a neuroaffirming and respectful approach to working with neurodivergent kids and teens, alongside a collaborative and needs based approach to communication, as in, I need this, you need that, how can we work it out so we're both good with the solution? My goal is to develop relationships, have fun, and...
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Zoe B.


Wayland, MA

$19-24/hr3 yrs exp

Hi!! I'm currently earning my undergraduate degree in Integrated Elementary and Special Education at the University of Hartford. I've assisted with physically and psychologically disabled peers throughout middle/high school. I would consider myself to be a very responsible, reliable, patient, and creative person; with me, your...
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Keri S.


Wayland, MA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny/ Babysitter Services

My name is Keri, and I'm the mom of two older teens. I have a strong background in ECE and Special Education, specifically working with Autistic children as well as ADHD, anxiety, SPD and PDA. My approach to care is empathetic and trauma informed, and I especially enjoy working collaboratively with children who have a demand...
Keri can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Mariza F.


Ashland, MA

$32/hr10 yrs exp

12 Years Experience In Early Child Education. Looking For A Nanny/Babysitter Part-time Job.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I have 15yrs+ of experience in Early Child Education as a Lead Teacher working with infants/toddlers and Preschool I'm very responsible, friendly, positive, attentive, well organized, compassionate and motivated to help children become happy, healthy and well behaved. Experience with special-needs students. I love working...
Mariza can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"She is responsible, loves kids, caring she is a really nice person"

Sandra G.

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Athena Z.


Watertown, MA

$15-25/hr

Student Clinician In Graduate School For Speech Language Pathology

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a graduate student in Boston studying to become a licensed speech language pathologist. My interests include working with children and students with a variety of delays/disorders such as Autism, Down Syndrome, and other developmental, cognitive and/or intellectual disabilities.
5.0
"Works well with special needs children, has good teaching skills. I am planning on using her as often as I can."

Peter G.

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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:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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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Prisca N.


Belmont, MA

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

I am a former Direct support professional (DSP) employee of Devereux Behaviour School. I have over 5 years experience of caring for children with special needs including one on one support, breaking tasks into smaller manageable steps; Behavior management, emotional support and setting up a reward system. some of my previous...
5.0
"Prisca is personable and very informed. She connects well with the client and speaks her mind. Her swift communication helped us stay up to date with our late father and Prisca played a big role as his aide. We hope to work with Prisca again whenever need arises as...

Immaculate M.

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Nancy D.


Natick, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi Everyone, my name is Nancy and here is a Bio of what I have to offer, I will keep it short. I have been taking care of children for over 20 years. Typical and Special needs. I can help out with almost anything. I love cooking and baking, I have lots of energy if needed, for those high energy children. I was a recreation...
Nancy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nancy has watched my kids a few times and I would hire her again in an instant! She is attentive to their needs and truly cares about her charges. And the house is always spotless when I come home!!"

Jenn 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & 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! "

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Caitlin S.


Waltham, MA

$40/hr5 yrs exp

Caring Musical Babysitter Extraordinaire

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Caitlin, and I am a dependable, hardworking, responsible college student who is passionate about childcare. I have always been great with kids, and babysitting is something I truly enjoy. I have been babysitting for five years for multiple families in my area, including children of all ages, and children with...
Caitlin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Caitlin is a very mature and dependable young woman, adored by my children."

Sarah B.

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Sarah A.


Weston, MA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hello families! I have an extensive background working with young children, and I am an Elementary and Special Needs education major at Syracuse University. I have babysat for several years, worked at a summer camp for two years, worked at a preschool for a semester, as well as volunteered at a special needs horseback riding...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sarah is a sweetheart of a person whom the kids gravitate to. She has watched my two nieces (ages 4 and 7) on a variety of occasions and was a pleasure to work with. As a special education and middle school math teacher, I don't leave my nieces with just anyone!...

Amanda C.

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Cheryl T.


Wellesley Hills, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My part time hours are negotiable per hr (3 hr shift minimum). I recently updated my adult & pediatric First Aid/AED/CPR qualifications through the Red Cross. I was a church nursery teacher on Sunday morning, (7 years), mental health worker in social skills program (autistic spectrum disorder), summer treatment program counselor...
5.0
"Cheryl assists me in house sitting as needed, while I'm away from my home in Wellesley. I feel reassured that my pet and home are always safe and in good hands with her. I would recommend Cheryl based on her trustworthiness, affection for pets, attention to detail...

Michael T.

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Lysa Y.


Framingham, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Woman , With Over30 Years Experience With Children And Household Management.Full Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Mother , Teacher , nanny , and work with Kids in my community. Over 30 years experience. Fun ! Cool! And progressive! And a great cook!!! I have 10 years working with Teenagers with cognitive disabilities ex: ADHD, Depression, defiance and trauma , Cerebral , etc. I have work with kids my whole life. Infants Preschool...
Lysa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Lysa is the BEST. If we could, we would keep her forever. She came in day 1 and handled the schedules of my 15 month old and 2.5 year old with love and major competency. She was on time and happy at the end every day, regardless of how many tantrums I know my kids...

Kathleen L.

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

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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Angela I.


West Newton, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Montessori- Special Needs- Teacher- Available Now

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a Montessori Kindergarten teacher with a master's degree in Montessori childhood education. I have over 10 years of experience in the education field and babysitting jobs. I have worked with kids ranging from 6 months to 12 years of age. I speak English and Spanish, love working with kids and enjoy helping them with...
Angela can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Angela is dedicated, hard working, and gives 100% to everything she does. She has also been kind enough to help me improve my Spanish skills, and I have also seen the effect on the kids that she works with that her speaking Spanish to them has, in effect allowing...

Nick C.

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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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Dorothea M.


Newtonville, MA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

As someone with a decade of experience as a childcare provider, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. I have a Graduate degree in [Your Degree], and I'm trained in First Aid, CPR, and Doula services. I'm also experienced in caring for children with special needs. My calm,...
Dorothea can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Dorrie was amazing with our newborn! Very intuitive and calm. She helped us tremendously as we transitioned into life as new parents. "

Judith H.

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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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Sylvia B.


Waltham, MA

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

For the past 4 years have been teaching children at my residential school helping them with dressing , feeding , toileting and out side kid games. Am also a mother of two children. I have the experience working with children.
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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel has been a fantastic sitter for my two kids. She immediately connected with my kids and they enjoy being around her. I feel very comfortable leaving my children with her and I would recommend her to anyone."

Gloria M.

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