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Shannon L.
Townsend, MA
$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
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My names Shannon and I'm 24 (turning 25, November 18!!). I am always in a great mood and have lots of patience. I am a very caring and laid back person. My mom was a manager for a group home for 6 special needs seniors and I helped her look after all of them. And I grew a lot of relationships with them. I realized I really enjoy...
Rachel O.
Townsend, MA
$10-15/hr
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I've cared for people most my life; my gram, mom when sick, and elderly woman who was the mom of a teacher I worked with.
I'm reliable, caring, hardworking.
If your loved one needs someone who will care for them, clean for them, cook, and be a friend I can do that.
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I currently have limited availability but would like to hear about what you're looking for.
I am a mom of 2 kids, 17 & 18 years old. I used to be a substitute teacher once my youngest was in kindergarten full time and I worked primarily with special needs children. After that I focused on babysitting in people's homes.
I also...
5.0
"Candace is absolutely amazing. She has been caring for my 4 year old since he was 6 months and he adores her. She is kind, patient, energetic and attentive."
Reviewed by Christina B.
5.0
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I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
5.0
"I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She...
Reviewed by Claudia S.
3.0
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All my children have come to me with special needs. Some of their needs were prematurity, drug addiction at birth, emotional disabilities, physical disabilities such as AIDS, cerebral palsy, and mental retardation. I have been passionate for over 25 years working in this field as these children bring such joy and are so loving...
5.0
"Very kind, attentive, cares deeply for people she watches over, I cannot imagine what I would of done without her"
Reviewed by Paula W.
Katie E.
Greenville, NH
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi there! My name is Katie. I'm currently a household manager for a family in Newton, MA who I've been with for two years. My contract ends and the end of June and I recently moved to NH, so I'm looking for a new full time nanny/ household manager position to start in July.
I have been working with children professionally for...
5.0
"Katie took care of my 2 year old girl. She is a well organized, responsible and loving person. During summer time, she organize a lab of activities suitable for the age of my girl. Katie more than a babysitter...
Reviewed by Mariela A.
5.0
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For the past 25+ years I have been a certified Foster/Adoptive parent for children with special needs - ranging from mental retardation, cerebral palsy, AIDS, as well as fostering newborn drug addicted, premature, etc. Caring for children is my reason for being. I have adopted the last 7 foster-kids and they are now young...
5.0
"Allie is an excellent caregiver! She is so patient and kind - she did a great job caring for our daughter."
Reviewed by Carrie S.
5.0
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I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
5.0
"Kelley has been my home health nurse over 3 years and has proven to be a reliable, hardworking and compassionate worker. Aside from her medical duties as a nurse she is responsible for cleaning and organizing...
Reviewed by Jonathan H.
5.0
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I'm a mother of two teenage boys, that have asthma and food allergies.
During my time of raising them we have meet the challenges of those special needs successfully. They have learned how to live a full life with their medical issues.
5.0
"I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving...
Reviewed by Adriana G.
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I work full time in the ABA field! Looking for some side babysitting jobs here and there (or consistent if the fit is right).
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I am a retired public school teacher with over 30 years experience with children of all ages and abilities including special needs. I am also a former Director of a Montessori school as well a mom and auntie. I have a classroom/playroom in my home and would prefer to care there. I enjoy taking the children out into the community...
Nancy K.
Fitchburg, MA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have been providing care to all age groups for over 20 years. I'm comfortable with pets. I'm a fast learner and very reliable.
Anne V.
Hollis, NH
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have worked with various levels of special needs children and adults for 20 years. I have done respite care, public school experience from elementary to high school. I have done behavioral work, teaching academics to being in the supermarket. I also have gone into the workforce with special needs teens and adults. I get a lot...
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I'd describe my personality as kind, caring, and outgoing, willing to talk to anyone
I like working with kids because they bring a lot of happiness and energy into the world, their creative minds make every day fun
I started working with kids when I was in high school, during the summer I would come in and help out my aunt...
Samantha G.
Ayer, MA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as happy, fun, loving
I've been working with children in my job for over 25yrs. They call me the baby whisper at work. Children are a joy to be around, you never know what they might say.
My children are all grown and I have free time on my hands. Well kinda, I do have 3 dogs. And going to school...
Maria N.
Ayer, MA
$25-35/hr
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I'm a nursing student ready to assist you with activities of daily life and make sure each part of the job is done with love and care
Cassandra C.
Fitchburg, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a 30-year-old therapeutic mentor w/ Bachelors in Children, Family and Community Engagement from Merrimack College. I regularly work with children from ages 5-22 on a daily basis. I have experience nannying. I also have experience caring for children with special needs. I am comfortable with caring for newborns and infants....
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Hello! I am Serena, a second-grade teacher with a New Hampshire teaching certificate. I hold a degree in early childhood education with minor in special education. I have a background in nannying for children with special needs and experience as a summer preschool special education teacher. I also have experience working with...
Anna C.
Lunenburg, MA
$14-19/hr
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Anna C, Lunenburg Ma
Hi! I am 18 years old, and just graduated from lunenburg high this year! I am attending college in the fall of 2019 in hopes of becoming a special education teacher. I am super energetic, smiley and very outgoing! I love taking care of kids and taking them out exploring and just overall having a good time...
Miranda D.
Dunstable, MA
$18-23/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have been around all different types of disabilities. I know how to stay calm and make the kids feel like they are in a safe place and help them cope.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Townsend, MA
Candace J.
5.0
Candace is a great caregiver. She adjusts her care style through the transitional infant stages and is very flexible to my baby's needs. Candace is warm, reliable, and easy to share a space with while WFH. I would recommend her as a nanny for your family.
- Olga B.
Kelley H.
5.0
I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She additionally helped change a bandage he had. She was very kind which put my grandfather at...
- Claudia S.
Alexandra M.
5.0
Very kind, attentive, cares deeply for people she watches over, I cannot imagine what I would of done without her
- Paula W.
Katie E.
5.0
Katie is incredibly trustworthy, responsible, and professional. She's an excellent teammate and collaborator, always helping out where she can. She is a hard worker who is very committed to the families she supports!
- Serena A.
Alexandra M.
5.0
Allie has been the most amazing caregiver for our son (and dog - they both love her). She not only does a great job caring for him, she also invests time every day in helping him learn new skills as he grows. She is so conscientious, caring and reliable. She has consistently gone above and beyond...
- Aimee L.
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