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Gretchen C.

Bedford, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am 38 years old with a bachelors in criminal justice with a minor in psychology. My most recent work experience is with high school aged developmentally delayed children. I have been working with children, elderly and disabled for roughly 12 years total. I have a range of experience including but not limited to behavioral,...
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Alicia M.

Bedford, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Heyy I'm Alicia 39 years old I'm great with kids & pet friendly Have alot of experience with kids off all ages I'm very punctual and professional I'm a certified medical assistant and I'm CPR and first aid certified I'm familiar with special needs and food allergies as well
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Patty D.

Bedford, MA

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$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Transportation
dementia
respite care
errands
companionship
Honest, reliable, compassionate, the glass is half-full, fun. Non-smoker. Currently a PT receptionist at premier senior living community. Retired Producer & local company owner. Long time volunteer at the Bedford COA & Minuteman Senior Services. CPR certified. And certified in Memory Care: NIDE (National Institute for Dementia...
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Darlene L.

Tewksbury, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
For over 10 years, I've found immense joy in caring for children of all ages. My positive experiences nannying sparked a desire to make a real difference in young lives, and to support families by providing dependable care. I am friendly and reliable and I always follow the parents' lead when enforcing household rules. I was an...

Sam O. says "Darlene has been a fantastic nanny for my toddler, AND she helps out around the house. Any family would be lucky to have her!"

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Shamusa K.

Lowell, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello my name is Shamie. I have worked as a home health aide providing care for seniors and direct support specialist providing care for special needs adults and kids. I have also babysitting here and there. I have experience in both group homes and private settings. I have grown up in a big family, (12 of us total) with...

Sarah H. says "Sham was great with my two young children! I have a boy who is 3 and a girl who is 5. She was always on time. She came up with fun activities for my...

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Jennifer L.

Loving Caregiver/ Preschool Teacher/ Nanny/House Manager

North Billerica, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Diana O. says "Jennifer did a great job for us. She came on at the last minute after another sitter canceled on us. She handled the infants excellently. Each from a...

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Megan M.

Caregiver

Reading, MA

4.5(0)
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$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am going to school for Occupational Therapy at Quinnipiac University. I have worked with kids on the Autistic Spectrum at Occupational Therapists Associates Wakefield in the feeding group to help desensitize their mouths to different tastes and textures. I have also volunteered with the EMARC program, as a swim buddy, dance...
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Alma M.

Experienced, Bilingual, Loving, Fun And Dependable Professional Nanny

Winchester, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello! I'm a kind, compassionate caregiver from Panama. As the oldest sibling, caregiving has been part of my life from early on. I have over 17 years of experience working with children of all ages-from newborns to teens-including those with special needs. I've worked internationally as an Au Pair and nanny in Spain, Panama,...

Cristina D. says "Alma helped us care for our daughter from about 1 to 1.5 years old. We ended up moving from the city which is why we couldn't keep Alma on as our...

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Jessica M.

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello! I graduated with a BA in Special Education from Boston University, and hold a masters degree from UMass Boston and a teaching license in Moderate Disabilities, grades 5-12. I work at Perkins School for the Blind as a teacher for deafblind students. I have 10 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities...

Chris R. says "Jessica is a remarkable care giver. Experienced, highly skilled, patient centered, and a strong communicator."

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Cherylann S.

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello my name is Cherylann.. I have been a foster mother for the state of mass. I've been working with kids my entire life, been a foster mother for the state of Ma.. worked as a preschool teachers aid for nine years, worked for a overnight nanny service which was extensive training. I have had CPR and first aid training ....

Jeremiah M. says "Cherylann goes above and beyond, and really cares about the children she works with. Our daughter absolutely loves her and any family would be lucky to...

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Rashidah N.

Stoneham, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience
Respite care
errands
personal care
hospice services
dementia
Reliable Private Duty Caregiver with experience of 6 years I am very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Great at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong support with a client. Specialized in elderly and special needs patients. Certified in first aid,...

Avain R. says "Rashidah did a fantastic job managing the conflict that always came up during the care-taking of my 80 year old Father. well Conflict is inevitable,...

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Paul M.

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
transportation
+ 1 more
I am an experienced, compassionate CNA but currently licensed nurse (LPN/LvN) with 10 years experience as a HHA/CNA. I have experience working with patients with different stages of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease , hospice and other conditions and ailments related to geriatric and disabled/ special needs...

Care Member says "Paul did an absolutely spectacular job with my dad who was 93 years old and suffering from in operable bone cancer. My dad was in considerable pain and...

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Melissa I.

Creative Childcare Provider Seeking Nanny Position Close To Water Town.

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My Qualifications: -10+ Years experience in childcare/nanny various ages. - Certified Respite Care Provider for Children w Autism. - Loves engaging Children in creative arts. -Big fan of outdoor activities - Creative, Patient, and Flexible. - Non-Smoker/ and health conscious - Loves Museums/History/and Art. - Excellent...
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Sarah A.

Weston, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hello families! I have an extensive background working with young children, and I am an Elementary and Special Needs education major at Syracuse University. I have babysat for several years, worked at a summer camp for two years, worked at a preschool for a semester, as well as volunteered at a special needs horseback riding...

Amanda C. says "Sarah is a sweetheart of a person whom the kids gravitate to. She has watched my two nieces (ages 4 and 7) on a variety of occasions and was a pleasure to...

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Samantha C.

Special Education Teacher (PreK-8)

Tewksbury, MA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dual Masters Degree - Lesley University Moderate Disabilities (Pre-K) & Elementary Ed. (1-6) 5+ Years Experience Experience working with students with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Etc. Experience with Preschool Ages Students as well as 2nd - 5th Grade.
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Sylvia B.

Waltham, MA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
For the past 4 years have been teaching children at my residential school helping them with dressing , feeding , toileting and out side kid games. Am also a mother of two children. I have the experience working with children.
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Monica D.

Lowell, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been in the health care industry for for way over 28 years. I am very dependable, honest, caring, compassionate, and above all I have sensor of humor. Ref furnished on request.
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Rick P.

Experienced Special Needs Direct Support Caregiver

Wilmington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I work in a Direct Support role for adults with disabilities and have experience as a Skills Trainer for adolescents and young adults with ASD and other developmental and intellectual disabilities through the DESE/DDS program. I also have Family Support case management experience in a DDS contracted Family Support Center.

Tricia S. says "Rick has worked with my son many times. He is very dependable, and my son really enjoys his company! I hired Rick to take my son out into the community,...

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Roberta S.

Experienced Loving, Caring Nanny Available Full-Time & Part-Time

Woburn, MA

3.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I work in a public school as a lunch monitor. I am unavailable 11-3 until June24th. after that I am available anytime. I am a mom. My husband works from home. it makes it easier to work. I have a clean CORI. I'm energetic, able to multi-task with ease. I have twin and special needs experience, able to care for several children....

Care Member says "Roberta has been an amazing help to us with transportation for our son's swim practice. She has always been on time and is flexible when we need her....

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Daïna C.

Career "Live-In" Family Assistant And Nanny

Billerica, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
+ 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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Darlene L.

Darlene has been a fantastic nanny for my toddler, AND she helps out around the house. Any family would be lucky to have her!

- Sam O.

Shamusa K.

Sham was great with my two young children! I have a boy who is 3 and a girl who is 5. She was always on time. She came up with fun...

- Sarah H.

Jennifer L.

Jennifer did a great job for us. She came on at the last minute after another sitter canceled on us. She handled the infants excellently....

- Diana O.

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