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Patricia N.

Mashpee, MA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a mother of 3 grown children. The youngest headed to college soon. One of our children had a learning disability from a very early age but doing very well and studying engineering. I've tutored students, grades k-6 and often worked on parents behalf as an Educational Advocate at IEP meetings. I'm Director 1 certified by...
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Alexandria C.

Fall River, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
As a one-to-one aide, I worked with a child with autism spectrum disorder. My responsibilities include the following: continually monitoring and evaluating child's progress, providing individualized attention, staying aware of repetitive behaviors and fixations, promoting social skills, implementing treatment strategies, and...

Rita T. says "Alexandria was the most amazing and qualified nanny we've ever had. Being that one of my children is autistic, we've been through multiple nannies to find...

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Patricia N.

Professional Caregiver With Teaching Certification

Mashpee, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi there- My name is Tricia & I'm a retired teacher. I taught Preschool in Mashpee & Stoneham for years. I have many years of experience with special needs children & medically involved children. I'm a lifelong childcare provider and nanny while also raising our own 3, now grown children. I'm Director 1 certified in state of MA...

Care Member says "We met Tricia during the pandemic and are so grateful for the special care and flexibility she offered us. Tricia is a wonderful caregiver, teacher and...

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Carly C.

Experienced Young Military Mom Who Loves Kids/animals And Very Experienced

Mashpee, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hey there, my name is Carly. I am CPR certified as well as CPI certified, as I work with mentally challenged and disabled adults. I have been in this field since I was 19 and love it! My biggest strengths are: patience, being on time and communication. I am a former military wife and mother of an 14-year-old, who is my biggest...

A C. says "Carly is currently working for me and she is great. Very reliable, responsible and helpful. She is working out great and my two daughters love her."

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Heather P.

Special Needs Provider

Wareham, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am trustworthy and reliable. I have worked with individuals with developmental and physical disabilities for over 18 years. I also work with the elderly and animals. I have done everything from assisting with ADLs to case management. I have taken care of horses chickens dogs cats birds I have given medications.

Melissa H. says "I have used Heather since September 2012 to watch my 6 year old son with special needs. Heather has been wonderful with him. I trust her to make the...

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Emily M.

Babysitter

Fall River, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Emily and I am 30 years old. I am CPR/first aid certified with the AHA and also have a CNA course under my belt. I am very experienced working with children. I have completed two classes on child development and child care, and worked in the Barnstable Early Learning center for two years. I have experience being...

Kelly G. says "Emily was hired for my family when my little girl was only 2 years old and we had just started our family. We were not on care.com at the time. Our little...

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Kaylee R.

Mashpee, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi I'm Kaylee I have been working with children since I was a teenager! I love children. I worked in a few boarding schools for special needs children. I have worked in a preschool with pre k preschool and toddlers. I finished college and have my associates degree. I want to keep working with children and help where I can.

David R. says "We had a great experience with Kaylee. Thank you again!"

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Jill P.

Carver, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
I have grown up with a large family (including 12 nieces and nephews), I'm also a very dedicated dog-mom!!! I've worked with after school organization, YPAC, at the Carver Middle School for ages 10-14. I have also interned in 3 classroom environments at the same school. I have also interned in a program with special needs...
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Morgan M.

Full-Time/Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter

East Falmouth, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have been caring for children since I was 10 years old and I am now 39 years old. I have cared for newborns all the way to teenagers, as well as special needs children and twins. I love kids and as a child that grew up with babysitters, I love to make our time together as fun as possible, while still providing structure and...

Care Member says "Morgan provided exceptional child care for our children. She supported their development with an understanding of what they needed for both long term...

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Queen Carberry B.

Experienced , Trusted, Compassionate Caregiver

Falmouth, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
I have been a PCA and HHA for about eight years now. I have worked with individuals dealing with Alzheimer's symptoms, and dementia, ALS and special needs. I specialize in personal care assistance, in addition to housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, and companionship care. Here is a short bio about me. I was born...

Care Member says "Queen cared for my elderly parents (90 year old with dementia, impaired mobility, fall risk; 99 year old with fall risk). Queen is extremely patient,...

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Kim M.

CHHA Since 1996

Carver, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am a 61yr. old woman, in good physical shape. I have 3 kind grown children & 2 grandchildren. I cared for my 1st grandson for 2 yrs. while running my own farm. Employed 5 yrs. in the towns of Methuen and Andover Ma. as a Special Education Program Assistant, 1yr. In Preschool 4yrs. working with a wide diversity of children in...

Chelsey B. says "I recently met with Kim because my husband and I were looking for a nanny for our 6 month old baby girl. As first time parents we were extremely nervous...

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Erin C.

Caregiver

Tiverton, RI

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
As a RI licensed CNA, I am a DEPENDABLE, trustworthy, and responsible caregiver trained and experienced with all aspects of child-rearing, bandage care, meal preparation, shopping, light housework, pet care, and schoolwork to help the entire family feel at ease. -I have been involved with various health and educational...

Amy P. says "Erin is as top-notch as it gets for a sitter. She's intuitive, experienced and our son loves her. We would not hesitate to hire her, she has been nothing...

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Teresa B.

Part-Time/Full-Time Special Needs Care Giver

Onset, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
Currently pursuing a degree in Special Education: Severe Disabilities, and a second degree in Spanish with a concentration in secondary education. I am currently first-aid certified, CPR certified, and mental-health certified. I have extensive experience caring for children ages 3-17 in both calm and highly stimulative...
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Barbara W.

Childcare, Eldercare, Special Needs

Westport, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have raised three exceptionally bright, creative, generous and kind children who are happy, thriving and living around the world: Greece, Netherland, NYC. I have an innate desire to nurture and care for other young people. I guess some of us never lose that sense of joy and pure delight at seeing children grow and blossom,...

Sarah W. says "Barbara has taken care of my son every other Friday for about nine months. My work schedule changed and I no longer need the extra help, but any family...

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Kaylee R.

Mashpee, MA

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked a few programs for special needs. Also babysat a few children with special needs. I love working with children and I am kind compassionate and love the work that I do.

Sally L. says "Prompt communication! We needed someone to provide companion care for our 24 y/o son with autism while we went on a whale cruise. Kaylee was excellent and...

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Verdine H.

Caregiver Who Is Gentle, Reliable, And Responsible

Mashpee, MA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with in both home and hospital settings. I have three years experience as a Rehabilitation Aide at a rehabilitation center dealing with accidents, stroke, brain injured adults and assisting in the process of recovery and independence.
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Mikayla C.

Carver, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I'm Mikayla, currently a stay at home mom with my 2-year-old son and 11-year-old stepdaughter. I am looking to occasionally get out the house and help out other families with my son! I currently work part time at a day care for kids ranging from newborn to 6 years of age. I have also worked as a paraprofessional in a special...
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Tyler L.

Reading Tutor

Middleboro, MA

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$50/hr
10 years experience
My name is Tyler and I am a special education elementary school teacher. I hold a moderate special needs K-8 teaching license and am a certified level one Wilson reading teacher. I am looking to tutor a couple hours a week during after school hours or on weekends.
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Leesha G.

Fall River, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
I am an extremely positive and reliable college student. I have lots of experience working with young kids. I started babysitting when I was 16, joined the United States Air Force at 17 and currently, at 20 work as a behavior technician for children with special needs.
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Katherine M.

East Falmouth, MA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a 29-year-old mom to a 2-year-old girl. I have been worked at a school for children with special needs for over 4 years, as well as was a nanny for 6 months. I am CPR, first aid certified, fully vaccinated. I have taken many child development courses, and truly love being around children. I am oprn to a start date, and...
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Alexandria C.

Alexandria was the most amazing and qualified nanny we've ever had. Being that one of my children is autistic, we've been through multiple...

- Rita T.

Patricia N.

We met Tricia during the pandemic and are so grateful for the special care and flexibility she offered us. Tricia is a wonderful caregiver,...

- Care member

Carly C.

Carly is currently working for me and she is great. Very reliable, responsible and helpful. She is working out great and my two daughters...

- A C.

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