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Judith B.


Dorchester, MA

$15-30/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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I'm a teacher for 8 years and a mom and I'm a residential counselor for baycove human services, I love taking good care of others.
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Kristen R.


Walpole, MA

$16-50/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available- Experience Working With Individuals With Developmental Disabilities

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work with and have a history of working with individuals with developmental disabilities such as cerebral palsy, autism, vision impairments, behavioral challenges, seizure disorders, individuals of all ages who are non-verbal, individuals who use communication devices and individuals who may be unsteady on their feet...
5.0
"Kristen is terrific: enthusiastic, caring and responsive. I am delighted to include her in my daughter's circle of caregivers."

Melinda C.

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Ashley B.


Mattapan, MA

$24-31/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Ashley. I have worked about every kind of childcare position; from special needs care, to infants, overnight/travel care, house manager, and a friend to the parents. You need it I am on it! I worked as a mother's helper from ages 9-11 years old and then began babysitting at the age of 12. I have extensive...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ashley has been babysitting our two young boys regularly for about a year now. She's very responsible, caring, and reliable. Our family absolutely loves her!!"

Jen T.

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Amber S.


Dorchester Center, MA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of childcare experience. I am a Providence College biology graduate who is currently applying to medical school. I currently work at BWH in research. I have provided care to children from the age of newborn- 14 years old across all different backgrounds. I have experience with taking care of special needs...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Friendly, easy to work with and highly professional! Thank you! "

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Anna Z.


Dorchester Center, MA

$10-15/hr

Sitter/Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I grew up with a family friend who had a daughter with Down Syndrome. I had the opportunity to babysit her and to just spend time with her throughout the years. In high school I was in a club called Peer Connections, which focused on building relationships with students who had mental and/or physical special needs. I loved this...
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Katie K.


West Roxbury, MA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I recently graduated from Ithaca College in NY. I now live in Boston and working at an advertising agency Monday - Friday. I love children and would love to help out as much as you need it when I am free! I swam and rowed Varsity at IC, and I am a very active person. I love children and have been babysitting neighbors and...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Katie is AMAZING! She nannied for our three-year-old for three months. Katie is extremely patient and caring, responsible, fun, and flexible. She truly went above and beyond with caring for our son, and we are so grateful. We are going to miss her so much when we...

Ashley D.

I have worked with special needs for over 20 years . I went to School and completed my CNA and PHLEBOTOMY classes years ago. . I have tons of experience working in hospitals and nursing homes .
Nicole can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Currently employed as a special needs teacher. Seeking summer employment. Reliable, excellent driver, caring, and friendly.
Kirsten can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, respite care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
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Susan B.


West Roxbury, MA

$28-45/hr19 yrs exp

I am a full time teacher looking for summer work with special needs child/adult. I am a Special Education Teacher licensed in Severe Disabilities, all levels.
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hello my name is Charli ! I have been a CNA for a year and I am currently in nursing school. I do have experience in senior care as well as special needs care. I'm ready to care for you and your needs as well as run errands or clean up around the house for you!
Charli can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

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Ogechi O.


Roxbury, MA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Happy Sitter :)

Hi! I'm a 21-year-old college student actively seeking a job as a caregiver. My passion for working with children has been a significant part of my life since I was 14 years old. Over the years, I've had the privilege of caring for many children. One of the most meaningful aspects of my experience has been working with kids on...
Ogechi can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, specialized care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Barbara G.


Walpole, MA

$25-31/hr7 yrs exp

Special Education Paraprofessional

I have worked in elementary schools as a special needs aide in MA and Colorado. I have been tutoring and babysitting for the last couple of years. I love working with children and easily form trusting relationships. I am also a grandmother and have lots of experience with babies and toddlers.
Barbara can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Elizabeth W.


Brighton, MA

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

Responsible, compassionate, and caring! Excited to get to know you and your kiddos! I've had extensive experience working with children of all age ranges and have a special love for children with special needs. I also enjoy tutoring, can run errands, and enjoy being creative in the kitchen!
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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Alice H.


Canton, MA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring For Others Is The Highest Expression Of Humanity

Hello! I'm Alice, an Australian who adores working with people. I have over a decade of professional experience working with children and adults in ESL education (including special needs). One of my strengths is being able to create engaging activities that either teach new material or reinforce what is learned in the...
Alice can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jnasia M.


Roxbury Crossing, MA

$18-20/hr2 yrs exp

Experience Babysitter In The Boston Area

Hi there! Just a little bit about me! I am a 22-year-old college student at Northeastern. I am currently studying psychology as well taking care of my special-needs sister at home. I have excellent family skills and am great with kids of all walks of life! I'd describe my personality as Fun, Spontaneous & Intriguing. I like...
Jnasia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I am an energetic and experienced individual who loves working with kids! From your everyday babysitting care to serving as a personal aid for children with special needs - I have done it all! As I am a college student, my availability is subject to change but please reach out so we can find times that best suit you and your...
Gabriella can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Gloria D.


West Roxbury, MA

$10-20/hr9 yrs exp

Experience Babysitter Available Two or Three Days a Week.

I worked for an Early Intervention Program for seven years as a teacher assistant working with children with special needs, working with them on play therapy, art projects , reading books, etc. I have been a babysitter for almost two years for two wonderful families watching two kids ages 1, 2 and 4. I also have kids of my...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kelly K.


Jamaica Plain, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Educator Looking For Weekend Work

I'm a Kindergarten teacher during the school year and the head of special needs at a day camp in the summer with my own car. I come CPR/First Aid certified with 23+ years of babysitting experience.
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have worked with Boys and Girls Club in the past right now. I'm in Boston Public Schools working on becoming a paraprofessional. During my time at the school, I worked in a K1 classroom with children learning English and helped with specific children who needed more help. I also worked with a child with special needs the year...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Isabella E.


Chestnut Hill, MA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Engaged, And Responsible Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Bella and I am a sophomore at Boston College studying Economics and International Relations. I have my personal training certification, lifeguard, first aid, waters safety instructor, and CPR certifications. I have 10 years of experience babysitting and nannying for kids of all ages and needs. I have experience...
Isabella can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Westwood, MA

Kristen R.

5.0

Kristen is terrific: enthusiastic, caring and responsive. I am delighted to include her in my daughter's circle of caregivers.

- Melinda C.

Ashley B.

5.0

Ashley babysat our son during the summer of 2020, and you never would have known that we were in the middle of a pandemic --- they were always having so much fun! Ashley's super creative, and she leaned into his interests, so he was always engaged and happy. From designing super hero masks to...

- Blake S.

Amber S.

5.0

We hired Amber for ad hoc babysitting needs for our 3 year old. She is a true professional and clearly has a lot of experience in the field of childcare! She is extremely communicative and punctual, and most importantly she really knows how to connect with young people! We all felt like we've known...

- Cory B.

Katie K.

5.0

Katie is AMAZING! She nannied for our three-year-old for three months. Katie is extremely patient and caring, responsible, fun, and flexible. She truly went above and beyond with caring for our son, and we are so grateful. We are going to miss her so much when we move. We could not recommend Katie...

- Ashley D.

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