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Hello! My name is Zainab, and I am passionate about providing compassionate care to individuals with special needs. With 3 years of experience in caregiving, I specialize in creating engaging and supportive environments that foster growth and development.
My journey began with a deep commitment to understanding and meeting the...
I have dedicated several years to working with individuals with special needs, focusing on providing compassionate and personalized care. My experience includes supporting daily living activities, facilitating communication, and promoting social interactions to enhance their quality of life. I have developed tailored strategies...
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- $20/hr
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
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...
I have 20 years of experience as a companion, advocate and caregiver to people with developmental disabilities. My relationships with the individuals I serve have been long lasting, one being 20 years and still ongoing. Many people in the developmental disability community know me. I have a certificate in augmentative and...
I have experience working with children starting from newborns to teenagers. I speak English/Spanish fluently, and have an AS in Early Childhood Education.
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- $15/hr
Right now I work with special kids for
5 years now, so I would like to work with them more coz my brother was born as a special kids but unfortunately he passed a way that why I wounld like to be around special kids they remind me about my brother so much.
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
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.
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- $22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
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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...
Teresa W. says "Our 3 year old son enjoyed Rachel's company. She played cars with him, reminded him of potty breaks, and prepared snacks while we worked last summer."
(Unavailable to commit to new consistent hours until Summer of 2023)
I'm fully vaccinated and received a booster shot in April 2022.
I have three children of my own, two who are now teenagers and one a few years away from joining the teenage ranks.
In regards to my professional background and experience, I have two decades of...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
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,...
Branwen C. says "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,...
Travel
meal prep
Hi, my name is Blair! I have 5 years of professional experience providing care for ages 8 months-12 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...
Ciara B. says "My husband and I can fully vouch for and recommend Blair for your babysitting needs. We needed a sitter for our 14 month old daughter while we were...
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
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 &...
Brigid D. says "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...
Social Worker Experienced In Care For Children With Medical And Behavioral Diagnoses
Lowell, MA
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- $25/hr
10 years experience
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....
Care Member says "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...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Home modification
dementia
personal care
visiting nurse
respite care
I have worked in elder care for most of my adult life as a Home Health Aid and Program Director. These roles provide me with many skills, both in caring for people physically but also cognitively. I can keep your loved one engaged, stimulated and interested in things around them. I am highly qualified and skilled in helping...
Bonnie O. says "We have had Lisa as a caregiver for my 95 yo mom for at least 2 or 3 years and she is wonderful! She has a kind and easy going manner and a great sense of...
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- $22/hr
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.
Adriana G. says "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...
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Alena, I am 24 years old! Something fun about me is I love my dog, farm animals and the outdoors. I adore shaping the minds of young children and watching them explore/learn. Fun things I like to do while babysitting/nannying are crafts, explore outside, read books etc. I've worked at a daycare, and been a nanny for...
Donna C. says "Alena occasionally babysits my two children when we have date nights and she the kids and us love her! She helps out tremendously and we couldn't be more...
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- $33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Previously, I was a preschool Director for nine years that focused on toddlers. I have been a nanny, companion for elderly, as well as for Special Needs. I have a Special Needs sister and have worked within this community for many years. I also worked as an Assistant Site Coordinator for a local elementary school. We focused on...
Jacqueline B. says "Melissa recently squeezed in some time with my mom while my husband and I were away. Melissa visitid with my mom, helped her with meal prep, and...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
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...
Henry E. says "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...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Daïna. have been a Nanny, Personal Assistant, Babysitter, Family Assistant, Tutor, and Caregiver. I also have experience with infants and their special needs, and with helping children with learning challenges. I have been around children for as long as I can remember. I have been a career family...
Kim S. says "She is kind and gracious and everyone likes her. She is always concerned about others."
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The average post rate is $19.50/hr as of June 2025
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Rachel G.
Our 3 year old son enjoyed Rachel's company. She played cars with him, reminded him of potty breaks, and prepared snacks while we worked...
- Teresa W.
Aletha D.
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...
- Branwen C.
Blair S.
My husband and I can fully vouch for and recommend Blair for your babysitting needs. We needed a sitter for our 14 month old daughter while...
- Ciara B.
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