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Emily A.


Dudley, MA

$15-40/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Part to Full-Time

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I have baby-sat a girl for 4 years who has Down's syndrome. She is now 16 years old and I have been watching her since she was 12. I also have taught yoga for the past three months at Life Skills, a non-profit organization which provides a wide variety of services to individuals with developmental, physical, and emotional...
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Samantha L.


Dudley, MA

$23-25/hr6 yrs exp

ABA

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Hi I'm Sammy! Over the years I have worked with kids of different ages! I have done both babysitting including light house duties. As well as ABA for the last 6 years. In ABA I have experience in kids with disabilities as well. Working on language, social skills, toileting, dressing , cleaning, life skills, etc. I'd describe my...
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Angelica D.


Dudley, MA

$20-50/hr8 yrs exp

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As a 2013 graduate of Fitchburg State University, I graduated with a dual major of Special Education, Moderate Disabilities, grades PreK-8 and Elementary Education, grades 1-6. I earned my degree on graduation night with Cum Laude Honors. I am also a Certified Teacher through the MA Department of Early Education & Care for...
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Breanna N.


Dudley, MA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

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Hello I'm Bre! I've been nannying for 4 years now and I have fallen in love with it. I have experience working with special needs kids, so I know how to give a little extra attention and care when needed. I also ran an after school program for grades K-4 so know how to be kept on my toes! I'm looking for a family that is easy...
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Virginia E.


Webster, MA

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Companion/friend

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I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I have experience with direct care and also management. I am retired and available most hours. I worked as an activity coordinator for my last 5 years with elderly. In my previous years of employment I worked with special needs...
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"Virginia was my boss for years and she treated me with more respect, kindness and patience than any former employer ever had. Virginia is compassionate, as well as very caring. On more than one occasion I saw...

Reviewed by Carol B.

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I have now been a babysitter/ nanny for 3 different families that have a child with autism. Although all children are different I feel that I can try my best to help whatever the circumstances be speech trouble, moving trouble, eating trouble, etc. I am only 20 and know I have a lot to learn but I'm here to help!
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Jessica T.


Oxford, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Licensed educator with experience working with children that have autism, ADHD, PTSD, depression, anxiety, seizure disorders, emotional disturbances, speech impairments and physical impairments.
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Jennifer W.


Sturbridge, MA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Exceptional Part Time Caregiver Available

5.0

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I have worked in home health care and residential care for approximately 10 years each. Within residential care, I provided residential habilitation services, as well as non-residential habilitation and specialized companion services within the community. I worked with people who had varying degrees of intellectual disabilities...
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"Jennifer words can't express how awesome Jen is. She has been a lifesaver to us. We have a daughter who has special needs and has seizures and is not able to walk or talk. We needed someone we could trust...

Reviewed by Carol D.

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Hope C.


Charlton, MA

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

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I used to babysit all the time a few years ago. It was 4-year-old twins and their older brother who was 7. There would be times that I would watch them overnight. I love playing outside with them, doing activities with them or just watching a movie and hanging out. One of my dream jobs is to be a special education teacher. I was...
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Aisha A.


Southbridge, MA

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

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Hi my name is aisha!! I am an ABA technician I work with autistic kids. I have 4 years experience working as an aba technician. I love working with kids and watching them grow and learn.
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Brynn K.


Woodstock, CT

$14-25/hr2 yrs exp

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I have worked with special needs children in sports programs, tutored many middle school and high school students, and have been babysitting children of all ages for about 4 years now.
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Siearra L.


North Grosvenordale, CT

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Siearra and I have 5 years of experience in many unique areas of caregiving. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia needs as well as may other services. I am a non smoker and I am easy going and fun to be around. I am always willing to learn something new. I have a passion for giving the best care to...
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Gabriella S.


Charlton, MA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Looking To Begin A Career As A Full-Time Nanny! Available Monday-Friday

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I have 7+ years of childcare experience. I am CPR/AED/first aid/safety care trained. I have experience teaching, nannying, and working with special needs children. I am looking for a full time and potentially long term position.
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Kendall M.


Charlton, MA

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Care For IDD Individuals & Children With Challenges.

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I am a relief staff at Venture Community Services in Sturbridge MA. I normally work with one-to-ones, spending a full work day assisting with feeding, bathrooms, exercise&more. I am comfortable doing these jobs - I am both safety care trained and CPR certified. I have a lot of experience working with children. I currently go to...
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Elizabeth C.


Charlton, MA

$19-25/hr1 yrs exp

More Than A Sitter

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I was previously working as an in-home therapist with special needs individuals before being laid of due to Covid changes in hours. I have recently cared for my neighbors two daughters (2 and 4) for three weeks before Christmas when their daycare was closed due to staff illness. I have previously worked in a daycare and done...
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Amy N.


Douglas, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi, I am an experienced caregiver who has 20 + years of exceptional customer service and professional experience in my background. I am kind, compassionate, patient and caring. I have had professional jobs as customer service agents, worked in the public school system, run my own businesses, and my latest job as a treatment...
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Angela M.


Southbridge, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Provider and Mother

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I have worked in Human Services in Management and Clinical positions for 13 years specific to children and adults with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities. I am extremely caring, compassionate and flexible. Increasing the quality of life and caring for all different types of kids and adults is what I am meant to do in...
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Hope C.


Charlton, MA

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

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Hello , my name is Hope ! I've worked in this field for about six years now along with having some personal experience too. My little cousin has autism and is mostly non verbal. Currently I'm trying to teach her some sign language to help with her communication skills. I've also babysat for my friend before who's son has autism....
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Ava B.


North Oxford, MA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Your New Favorite Sitter

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I've been passionate about childcare for years. I have extensive experience working with children who have special needs, and I even intern at a local elementary school during the week. I can absolutely help out with cooking, cleaning, laundry, errands, tutoring, and transportation. I have an energetic and bubbly personality...
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Genesis M.


Southbridge, MA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

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Hello, I have worked with many amazing folk with special needs. In college my focus was with young children ages 2-5 who were varied in their abilities-on the autism spectrum as well as physical and other intellectual disabilities. Post grad I worked at a Day center for Adults with disabilities that ranged from blindness,...

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