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I have been caring for special needs children and teens for about 10 years and volunteering with the special needs community for as long as I can remember! I currently nanny/household manage for a family with 4 boys, the youngest being a child with CHARGE syndrome. I am fluent in ASL and worked at The Learning Center for the...
Fatumah N.
Acton, MA
$18-50/hr
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Hello and thank you for considering me as your caregiver! My name is Fatumah. I have 7 years of experience as a caregiver, and I have worked with a wide range of clients, including children, seniors, and individuals with special needs. I am committed to providing personalized care that meets the unique needs of each individual....
Stacey P.
Acton, MA
$20-30/hr
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I have a few years of experience working with people of all populations with special needs it can be very awarding and challenging at times but I'm very patient and understanding and every person should be given a good level of care if interested contact me thank you and good day
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I am currently a senior at Framingham State University. I am currently a Captain on the Women's soccer team for the second year in a row. While I am a history major my ultimate goal is to become a special needs teacher! I adore working with children and caring for them. I am CPR certified with first aid training.
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Emily J.
Acton, MA
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
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From a very young age the effects of a premature birth hampered my ability to develop along a standard trajectory. I underwent months of early intervention to improve motor functioning and limit the residual effects of delayed speech. During my elementary education years I was placed in small classrooms focused on providing...
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Judith K.
Acton, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Loving caring teacher experienced Mom of 4 and a grandmother too!
Works as a kindergarten full time assistant during the school year. Has had experience with special needs children and children on the spectrum for 18 years.
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Have varsity experience in elderly and special needs/disability care. Worked on a one to one basis in homes, facilities and group homes. Healthcare is a field have always loved. Am a service-oriented person with all round skills.
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Hello dear family! I have over 5 years experience with kids of all ages! I was an assistant teacher at a daycare for one year and I used to take care of kids between 6 months to 3 years old.
Currently I work as a nanny and I take care of kids between 3 months to 12 years old. I also have experience with special needs,...
5.0
"Wonderful Babysitter! My children are in love with Letícia! Attentive and affectionate always, I never had any problems with her taking care of my children"
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Hello, my name is Kathy, I have a job that I truly enjoy! I am starting my 9th year working in a classroom with early, elementary students with various learning and physical challenges. *(Autism, CVI, Down Syndrome, Global learning delays, Cerebral Palsy, seizure disorders, feeding tubes, just to li, non verbal, feeding issuesst...
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I have cared for many children with special needs. I have the compassion, and a genuine ability to nurture and care for people with these needs. I'm currently in a program at North Shore College working towards an Associate's degree.
Pamela T.
Lowell, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Social Worker Experienced In Care For Children With Medical And Behavioral Diagnoses
5.0
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Hello, my name is Pamela, and I have worked with multiple number of diagnoses and families. Over the years I have worked with a different number of individuals with anxiety, rare diagnoses, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other behavioral issues.
I have experience with over 15 years working in the mental health field....
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"Pam was asked to assist with my 9 year old child with ADHD and my 10 year old medically complex son. Pam was confident, reliable, and caring. She is also pleasant to be around and very kind with a youthful...
Reviewed by Care member
Sarah R.
Sudbury, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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 &...
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"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!"
Reviewed by Brigid D.
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I love working with kids, especially kids with special needs! I am patient and caring. I am a fun sitter.
5.0
"Theresa was flexible with our schedule. She's nice and sweet. I would hire her again."
Reviewed by Mila F.
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Hi, I'm Sierra!
I am a special education teacher whom has a masters degree in early childhood and am also working on my severe disabilities degree! I currently work as a severe special needs teacher for a school that focuses primarily on kids with Autism. I absolutely love teaching and can't picture myself working in any other...
5.0
"Sierra was a blessing for our family. She worked for us over the summer of 2017 for about two months, and was very professional and dependable.
She was very punctual, and arrived to work early every single...
Reviewed by Henry E.
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Hi, my name is Blair! I have 5 years of professional experience providing care for ages 12 months-10 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...
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"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...
Reviewed by Elizabeth C.
Jennifer L.
North Billerica, MA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Caregiver/ Preschool Teacher/ Nanny/House Manager
5.0
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My Professional experience includes nannying and house managing full time for the previous head of the an independent international boarding school in Rabun Gap Georgia for 9 years. l also nannied for 1 other head and 2 other administrators on Rabun Gap Nacoochee campus over a 10 year span. I have been working with newborn to...
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"Jennifer was great with all 11 of the children we had her babysit, ranging from 2 to 11 years old. She was in command but the children still liked her very much. She brought her own activities and the house...
Reviewed by Anne S.
Aaliyah S.
Chelmsford, MA
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello everyone,
I am a online college student who loves to travel, read and listen to music
I've been nannying and babysitting for 5+ years and I love it so much! I really enjoy watching the kids learn and contributing to their growth. I love doing fun activities both inside and outside! I love:
- crafts
-puzzles
-creating...
5.0
"That she is very dependable and is a very good person"
Reviewed by Alexis S.
Aletha D.
Maynard, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Early Childhood Educator Available For Various Babysitting Needs
5.0
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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,...
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...
Reviewed by Branwen C.
Tori S.
Billerica, MA
$18-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! My name is Tori I have about 4 years of experience and am CPR certified. I believe a babysitter plays a really important role in a child's life which is why I try to be fun but also aid them in learning and life skills. I have experience with watching kids one on one, multiple siblings and also have experience with special...
5.0
"Tori did a great job watching my two daughters, 5 & 8. I will hire her again."
Reviewed by Kevin O.
Mackenzie W.
Billerica, MA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi there! Looking after kids is something I am very passionate about. I have been babysitting since I was 13, getting experience with infants to high schoolers. I am a 1-on-1 transitional aid at a special needs school in Massachusetts and work there part time. I am responsible and caring, I enjoy outdoor activities and crafts, I...
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"Felt very comfortable with Mackenzie, she asked questions to know what our Routine was with the children. She came early just so she could meet with the children and get situated. She was professional and...
Reviewed by Holly E.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Acton, MA
Leticia G.
5.0
Wonderful Babysitter! My children are in love with Letícia! Attentive and affectionate always, I never had any problems with her taking care of my children
- Care member
Pamela T.
5.0
Pam was asked to assist with my 9 year old child with ADHD and my 10 year old medically complex son. Pam was confident, reliable, and caring. She is also pleasant to be around and very kind with a youthful heart. Pam also was completely flexible when asked to perform or learn new skills for my son...
- Care member
Sarah R.
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.
Theresa H.
5.0
Theresa was flexible with our schedule. She's nice and sweet. I would hire her again.
- Mila F.
Sierra N.
5.0
Sierra was a blessing for our family. She worked for us over the summer of 2017 for about two months, and was very professional and dependable.
She was very punctual, and arrived to work early every single day. Wow! Sierra is a very good communicator - which is very important to us - and...
- Henry E.
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