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Special needs caregivers in West Yarmouth, MA

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Jennifer D.


Hyannis, MA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

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I have been working with kids for 5 years now and am extremely passionate about my job! I've worked with children aging from infants-15 years olds. I also have experience working with children who are special needs!
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Amanda K.


Hyannis, MA

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

I have been in this field now for 11 going 11 years and I know I'm in the right place. I am very responsible, organized, motivated, and confident in myself. I take pride in my work every day. I am very meticulous about my actions in the workplace. I treat my clients as if they were my own family.
I've been a pediatric nurse for special needs and medically fragile children for 25 years. I have been doing elderly home care past few years. I have references for both pediatric and geriatric per request.
Tammy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Position: Executive Private Housekeeper, HHA Dear employer, As an experienced housekeeper I am very interested in this executive position! My experience with what you are offering matches very well and I am eager to hear from you. I am positive I will make you very happy with the work and services I can provide for this...
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Erin F.


Centerville, MA

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

Over 20 Years Working With Autism And Special Needs

I have over 20 years experience working with children and teens with autism and special needs. I am a quick learner, very supportive, positive and caring. I Currently work as a specialized paraprofessional in an elementary school and would love something part time that is rewarding and challenging.
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Kristin W.


Marstons Mills, MA

$25-29/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate CNA

An insured, professional caregiver and CNA with over 10 years of experience in assisting with daily living activities like dressing, grooming, bathing, meal preparation, transportation and activities. A strong history of delivering compassionate and empathetic care to elderly and special needs clients.
Kristin can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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Karen S.


Harwich, MA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Local Teacher

Hi I am a certified special needs teacher with moderate and severe disability certifications. I am also certified to teach general education math and history. I have 3 older children. I am patient and soft spoken and like to keep kids busy with crafts, homework, and being outside.
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Lindsay G.


West Barnstable, MA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

School Counselor- Looking For Part Time/per Diem Employmemt Over The Summer.

LICSW/School Adjustment Counselor. Experience with working with mental health, autism spectrum disorders and social skills training.
Caregiver by nature. I have been a care provider for the last 15 years. I worked privately with the elderly and also in leveled care facilities. I also have been an estate manager, also provided child care, transportation, meal preposition, errands, etc. I am reliable, an experienced and a real people person. I find helping, and...
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Kendall S.


Centerville, MA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Previously a member of the Wheaton College Women's Basketball team and graduate of Wheaton College (MA) with a BA in Film and New Media. Currently employed as a full time Media Specialist who works remotely (yay!). I am CPR and Life Aid certified and recently obtained my Community Health Care worker certificate from the Boston...
My name is Maureen. I raised four boys of my own. I have been caring for children professionally since I was in college. I have extensive experience caring for special needs children. I bond quickly with the children I care for and their families. I graduated from Framingham State University, and began my career at a residential...
Maureen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Yanasia M.


Hyannis, MA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available

I have many experiences working with children. I worked as a preschool assistant teacher. In the summer I work as a Camp Director for a Program. I have been apart of there team for four years now! I also worked as a Special Needs Counselor for a Program in my town. They were mainly adults ages 20-60 yrs old. But I also had...
Yanasia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

In all of years teaching, my classroom contained students of varying exceptionalities. With that being said, I have experience working with autistic, bi-polar, and a variety of other special needs. Personally, I don't like to label as we all have our own level of intelligence.
I have been working as a support staff at SPED for more than 4 years now. I have good rapport with my students (with special needs). I have good communication skills and I follow their daily routines and activities. Consistency is very important and having clear understanding, dedication and support are very vital for me in...
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Lisa G.


East Falmouth, MA

$35/hr5 yrs exp

Atria 1 Year & Vna 2 Years

5.0

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Enjoy spending time with seniors, very caring and compassionate, energetic and good natured. Also worked with dementia and elderly residents and special needs for several years reference on request.
Lisa can also help with: Personal care, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, transportation
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Lisa has been a great caregiver for my mom. She helps out wherever needed and has such positive outlook. My mom enjoys here company greatly. I feel very fortunate that she is taking care of my mom when we can’t be there. I highly recommend her!"

Care member

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Julie G.


Pocasset, MA

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been a health care aide and patient care coordinator for the elderly and special needs clients for 10-plus years. My services include companionship, healthy meal prep, medication supervision, personal care, food shopping and errands, light housekeeping, medical appointments, assistance with physical therapy and...
Julie can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, home modification, respite care, personal care
5.0
"I highly recommend Julie as a caregiver and companion. For the past two-plus years, Julie took care of my wife who was partially bedridden and a fall risk. Julie did this with energy, compassion and insight, providing me with much needed respite from the 24 hour...

IRVING S.

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Carly C.


Mashpee, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Young Military Mom Who Loves Kids/animals And Very Experienced

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there, my name is Carly. I am CPR certified as well as CPI certified, as I work with mentally challenged and disabled adults. I have been in this field since I was 19 and love it! My biggest strengths are: patience, being on time and communication. I am a former military wife and mother of an 14-year-old, who is my biggest...
Carly can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Carly is currently working for me and she is great. Very reliable, responsible and helpful. She is working out great and my two daughters love her."

A C.

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Alex R.


Sandwich, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Outgoing, Experienced Babysitter!

4.3

(6)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Experienced babysitter with flexible schedule, available days, nights and/or overnight. Frequent sitter with 10+ years of experience. Educator, snowboard coach, sailing coach, summer camp counselor and experience working with special needs. Love active and outgoing kids! I have worked with kids with just about all of my prior...
Alex can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Alex & her friend R. to care for 4 small, very active children , 1 1/2, 2 1/2, 5 & 6 years old on 2 days / nights to attend a family wedding. After a great phone interview with both, we hired them & it could not have gone better!!! The kids took to them...

Linda W.

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Kaylee R.


Mashpee, MA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Kaylee I have been working with children since I was a teenager! I love children. I worked in a few boarding schools for special needs children. I have worked in a preschool with pre k preschool and toddlers. I finished college and have my associates degree. I want to keep working with children and help where I can.
Kaylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kaylee was wonderful babysitting for my son, niece and nephew when we were in town for a wedding. She is very sweet, extremely communicative, reliable, and was great with the kids -- especially my 5 year old niece who can be pretty tricky! Would definitely...

Sarah C.

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Verdine H.


Mashpee, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Who Is Gentle, Reliable, And Responsible

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with in both home and hospital settings. I have three years experience as a Rehabilitation Aide at a rehabilitation center dealing with accidents, stroke, brain injured adults and assisting in the process of recovery and independence.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Yarmouth, MA

Lisa G.

5.0

Lisa has been a great caregiver for my mom. She helps out wherever needed and has such positive outlook. My mom enjoys here company greatly. I feel very fortunate that she is taking care of my mom when we can’t be there. I highly recommend her!

- Care member

Julie G.

5.0

I highly recommend Julie as a caregiver and companion. For the past two-plus years, Julie took care of my wife who was partially bedridden and a fall risk. Julie did this with energy, compassion and insight, providing me with much needed respite from the 24 hour care my wife needed. She accompanied...

- IRVING S.

Carly C.

5.0

Carly is currently working for me and she is great. Very reliable, responsible and helpful. She is working out great and my two daughters love her.

- A C.

Alex R.

5.0

She was amazing with our kids, highly recommend!

- Connor L.

Kaylee R.

5.0

We had a great experience with Kaylee. Thank you again!

- David R.

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