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Rebecca N.

Quincy, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a Behavioral Health Teaching Assistant at W. E Cherry Elementary. I help teach an Autism room. On my free time I love music, making/ trying new foods, and spending time with my loved ones. I love meeting kids and learning about who they are as a little individual!! (: I work at a school, so i'm open to one time jobs, and...

Sydney I. says "Rebecca is a very happy and bubbly person. She puts her best foot forward and does her best at everything she participates in. Rebecca has worked in an...

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Miguelina P.

West Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
For over 15 years, I've found immense joy in nurturing children's growth. My babysitting experiences sparked a passion for making a positive impact on young lives and supporting families by offering reliable care. I'm patient, creative, and comfortable following your lead when enforcing household rules. I enjoy playing outdoor...

Christie J. says "Miguelina was amazing with my son. She was always punctual with picking or dropping him off to school and communicated well throughout her time with us...

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Sarah A.

Weston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
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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Mislene D.

Dedicated Healthcare Professional Who Loves Helping Others.

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 6 years of professional caregiving experience supporting seniors and individuals with special needs. I provide attentive, respectful, compassionate care, always focusing on safety, comfort, and dignity. Certifications: CNA, HHA, CCA, CPR & First Aid, and Home Health Care (HHC)...

Care Member says "Mislene is an amazing Caregiver...She cared for my adult severely handicapped sister Elizabeth...She gave her the most thorough and loving care....

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Mary B.

Care Giver

Randolph, MA

4.0(0)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
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Judith B.

Dorchester, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
9 years experience
I'm a teacher for 8 years and a mom and I'm a residential counselor for baycove human services, I love taking good care of others.
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Hannah M.

Babysitter

Allston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have so much experience with special needs children. I have volunteered in special needs classrooms for five years, volunteered as a day camp counselor for two years at a special needs camp and worked as a camp counselor at a special needs summer camp for six summers. I have experience with many special needs, such as Autism,...

Jenna V. says "Hannah worked for us a few months. We have a six-year-old with Autism who is home schooled. Her basic responsibilities were doing assignments (assigned by...

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Denia C.

Roxbury, MA

5.0(0)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, my name is Denia. I am dedicated compassionate care provider with 30 years experience promoting exceptional care to patients comfort. My experience entails: pain/medication management, mobility assistance, meal preparation, cooking, cleaning, offer companionship, and emotional support, toileting, incontinence care,...
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Denzil P.

Caring And Committed Caregiver And Babysitter

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I provide tutoring and babysitting services to special needs students, after school and on weekends. I also provide PCA support to adults with spinal chord injury or have cerebral palsy. I also have a 26-year-old son - a US Navy veteran - who is currently away in college. I'm caring, patient and diligent.

Alysia A. says "Denzil was among the best caregivers we ever worked with to help with our severely autistic son. Denzil is warm, open, and energetic. He would take our...

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Oksana S.

Special Needs Caregiver

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
I have 17 years of experience working in health care. I enjoy helping others with their needs. As a Home Health Aide I am familiar with health care requirements regarding fall prevention, Infection Control and Universal Precautions, Hand Washing technique, COVID-19 safety and precautions, emergency situations, weather emergency,...

Alex C. says "For the last few months, Oksana has been taking our autistic son for weekend activities, filling a critical part of his schedule, a task she does with...

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Odette W.

Quincy, MA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with special needs clients for over 10years now. I strongly understand them and am patient to assist them with every day duties.
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Samantha O.

Part Time Caregiver

Quincy, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
I have a younger brother with Downs Syndrome and another with epilepsy so I've always had a passion for working with those who have special needs. I've experienced working one on one with children in a classroom, as well as, running an inclusive classroom with those on the autism spectrum.
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Kenia C.

Nanny

Roslindale, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
As a mother of Four, considering my experience, my off springs have made me even more committed, responsible, flexible and very patient. Reliable and very detail oriented. Kindness at all time besides safety is number one priority. Willing to: visiting museums, libraries, outsides activities, arts and craft, board games, and...

Care Member says "We had Kenia full time from when our baby was 4mo until he was 20mo. Our son is now 2.5 yo and we still get Kenia's help intermittently. We don't know...

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Jennifer L.

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Jennifer and I'm a Boston native. I'm a kind, compassionate person, who finds joy in building a special relationship with whom I care for. Because of my outgoing and playful nature, I am easily able to connect with people. I'm vigilant and responsible when it comes to health and safety but I like to treat a...

Danice E. says "Jennifer watched our adult son with special needs during a wedding. She was easy to communicate with, very likable, professional and flexible. We highly...

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Leonie C.

Mom Of Mentally Ill Son

Dorchester Center, MA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Mom with years of advocacy for and care of a mentally ill child offers expertise and assistance. I am PATIENT and Kind. Let's talk.
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Brittany C.

CNA HHA CPR Phlebotomist

Quincy, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Below is a copy of my resume: Objective To obtain a higher position in the medical field, and further my education. Experience 2010-Present Best Of Care Quincy, MA CNA/HHA * Patient care * End of Life Care * Comfort Care 2009 Norwood Hospital Norwood, MA CNA/Geriatric Psych * Patient Care 2008-2010 North River Home Care...

Martin C. says "Brittany goes over and above what is asked of her. She is attuned to listening to the needs and wants of patients and their families always willing to...

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Hannah M.

Babysitter

Allston, MA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My interests are definitely with special needs children. I have been a camp counselor at special needs camp and have been responsible for children with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Prader-Wili syndrome and more! I have also babysat typically developing children of all ages. I have been a babysitter for six years.
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Becky D.

Weston, MA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
mobility assistance
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm an enthusiastic 50-year-old mother of three older children/young adults! Looking to get out and start helping others! I have experience with children, seniors and special needs (oldest son has autism) and a huge heart! I have my own car and a clean driving record. Willing to do reoccurring jobs and one time jobs as well!
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Erin B.

Dorchester, MA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I am currently a teacher at a school for children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental and intellectual disabilities. My school utilizes the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA) to help reduce maladaptive behaviors and increase independence with communication, daily living skills, and academics. I am...
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Julia F.

Fun And Experienced Sitter

South Boston, MA

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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a recent college graduate looking for occasional babysitting jobs as I complete my masters degree. I have worked in many different child care settings including babysitting, nannying, a camp counselor, and am certified infant, toddler, and preschool teacher. I also have extensive experience with children with special...
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Special Needs Caregivers in Dedham, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Rebecca N.

Rebecca is a very happy and bubbly person. She puts her best foot forward and does her best at everything she participates in. Rebecca has...

- Sydney I.

Miguelina P.

Miguelina was amazing with my son. She was always punctual with picking or dropping him off to school and communicated well throughout her...

- Christie J.

Sarah A.

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...

- Amanda C.

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