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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

Review for Lisa L. by Bonnie O.

She is kind and gracious and everyone likes her. She is always concerned about others.

Review for Daïna C. by Kim S.

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

Review for Sierra N. by Henry E.

Special needs caregivers in Carlisle, MA

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Jerioth K.


Carlisle, MA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aid/Special Needs

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Service to the needy elderly is a passion to me I have 20 years of experience I am Home Health Aid Certified I have transportation I have all kind of common experiences. Special Needs, Dementia, Alzheimer, ADL's, light housing keeping, meal preps , companionship, running errands, medication reminder, catheter care diabetes,...
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Sophie J.


Wilmington, MA

$40-45/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hi families, I'm a licensed Occupational Therapist who also holds a bachelor's degree in child development and developmental psychology. I have about 10 years of experience working with children ages 1. 5 to 10 years old. My previous experience as a preschool teacher, lead teacher, after-school teacher, and skills trainer (ABA...
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Lisa L.


Westford, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Specialist

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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...
Lisa can also help with: Respite care, personal care, visiting nurse, home modification, dementia
5.0
"Lisa is great with seniors, and everyone. She has a wonderful sense of humor and yet is very respectful of seniors. She is honest and works hard at making people happy. She would be a great care giver/companion to a senior in need, as she would always keep them...

Albert M.

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Samantha C.


Tewksbury, MA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher (PreK-8)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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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Daïna C.


Billerica, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Career "Live-In" Family Assistant And Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Daïna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Honest, kind, trustworthy, reliable!"

Katrina W.

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Sierra N.


North Billerica, MA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Sierra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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 -...

Henry E.

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Rick P.


Wilmington, MA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Direct Support Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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.
5.0
"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, and they have a great time together. I will definitely be hiring him again and again :)"

Tricia S.

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Jezabel A.


Lowell, MA

$27/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

4.0

(8)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

As a dedicated childcare provider with seven years of experience, I've had the privilege of positively impacting the lives of children and supporting families. I'm passionate about creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and have fun. My patient, creative, and friendly nature allows me to...
Jezabel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Jezabel was an absolute peachy to work with! She always came in with enough energy and light to make everyone’s day better! She was very sweet , compassionate, patient and fun! She cared for each little one like they were her own! Jezabel was always big on...

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Shamusa K.


Lowell, MA

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Shamusa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 children to do. They loved her!"

Sarah H.

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Jean V.


Concord, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Nurse Available Part Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I presently work in a home for developmentally delayed individuals. I have 30 years experience as a Licensed Nurse caring for all ages of medically fragile and special needs individuals. I really love my work and the people I care for and I am highly skilled, reliable and confident.
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Jennifer L.


North Billerica, MA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver/ Preschool Teacher/ Nanny/House Manager

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

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...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 was not trashed when we returned. I would recommend her...

Anne S.

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Aletha D.


Maynard, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Early Childhood Educator Available For Various Babysitting Needs

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

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,...
Aletha can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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 insatiable questioning and desire to learn. She always goes...

Branwen C.

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Pamela T.


Lowell, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Social Worker Experienced In Care For Children With Medical And Behavioral Diagnoses

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....
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...

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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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Blair S.


Concord, MA

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

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...
Blair can also help with: Travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 attending a full weekend of wedding festivities. My daughter doesn't do well with separation but she seemed to take...

Ciara B.

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Phinehas T.


Westford, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Provider

(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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Sheila N.


Burlington, MA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

I have 5years of adult care and taking care of people with special needs. Iam reliable and flexible. I have taken care of people in homes , assisted livings and nursing homes. I have first aid CPR and home health aide certification.
Sheila can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, dementia
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Sheri G.


Burlington, MA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant

I am a certified CNA with 2 decades of experience. I also have my early childhood education certificate. I have experience with special needs children, bilingual children, all ages and different backgrounds. I am CPR certified as well as first aid. I have my own transportation. I am looking for the right family within 10 miles...
Sheri can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Joshina , i'm 29 years old. I've been working with kids for five years. I love kids. I have a special needs baby. I am an experienced childcare assistance. I am CPR and FIRST AID certified, I speak English, Spanish and Italian. I am ready to work with your children!
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Rachele P.


Chelmsford, MA

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have been babysitting since I was 13 and been a certified preschool teacher for over 4 years. I am first aid, CPR, and aed trained and certified. I have experience working with children newborn through 12 years old. During the school year I am a specialized teacher that works with children with various degrees of special...
Rachele can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR

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