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Alyssa T.

Preschool Special Education Teacher

Hadley, MA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I have worked as a one to one aide in an extended school year program for children with disabilities for the past three summers, with kids with a variety of diagnoses including down syndrome, traumatic brain injury, emotional disturbance, and autism. I have also volunteered in various programs for children with disabilities, who...
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Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time

Northampton, MA

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$28/hr
7 years experience
I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
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Experienced Care Giver For Special Needs Individuals.

Easthampton, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Experienced working with children and teens on the Autism Spectrum, ADD, ADHD and emotional traumas. As a foster parent and currently in a High School as a Paraprofessional. HHA Certified, CNA experience, Certified Medical Interpreter. Performed personal care assistance, assisted with tracheotomies, colostomy, heart conditions,...
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Patient, Kind, And Easy-going

Northampton, MA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hello, I'm a Smith College student with a passion for providing compassionate care. Drawing from my experience working with children and young adults facing cognitive and mobility difficulties, I am dedicated to offering a supportive and enriching environment. As a caregiver, my focus extends beyond physical assistance to...
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Positive Sitter With The Goal To Leave A Smile On Your Children's Face At RThe End Of The Day!

Northampton, MA

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Hello, my name is Karen, I have spent most of my life caring for children of all ages from 3 months-12-year-olds. I have always provided safe care, entertainment, meals if desired, and most special requests, among other things. I'm currently a pediatric dental assistant student. I have plenty of references, am fully vaccinated,...
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Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
HI! I am a former classroom and special needs teacher, then became a home school mom and now am looking to help and support other families. I love to read books and explore the world whether it be a pretty rock or a beautiful river. I can help with homework and provide tutoring as well and create fun learning activities if you...
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Certified, Creative, Intuitive, Nurturing Experienced Care Provider

Belchertown, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I am a fully vaccinated, certified Personal Care Assistant. I have been a care provider for 5 years, with experience in wound care, Alzheimers/Dementia, med management, mobility assistance, toileting, bathing, cooking, gardening, light cleaning, and organizing/clutter clearing. I have also been a live-in House Manager at a...

Tonya D. says "Rachel is incredibly patient, kind, and conscientious. In addition to knowing her for 20 years, I hired her a year ago to help with my 16-year-old son who...

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Chicopee, MA

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I'm very patient and outgoing. I like to cook, clean and be organized. I don't mind pets and bathing. I've been working with special needs people for 3 years and I love it. I like to take walks and to go places. I'm a multitasker and I'm positive. I love making people happy and doing what's best for them. I'm fun and...
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Part-Time Caregiver

Springfield, MA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hello, My name is Nelle Buchanan and I am a college graduate where I received a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology. I am currently a grad student studying at American International College to become an Occupational therapist. I am First Aid and CPR certified. I have been working in child care for about 8 years now, I have been...

Amber G. says "She has been a wonderful nanny to my 4 children this past year, I would highly recommend her!!!"

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Westfield, MA

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am an energetic, compassionate, and caring person that loves children of all ages. I was a preschool teacher for over 3 years, worked in a group home for at risk youth for 2 years, worked as a nanny for multiple families, and I've babysat countless children of all ages in various settings. I've worked with children that have...

Care Member says "Tianna was a godsend for our family. Our kids loved her and you could tell how much she truly cared for them. Punctual, reliable and great with open...

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Fun Sitter, Lots Of Experience

West Springfield, MA

3.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! I have been in the childcare business for about 8 years now. I have worked with infants to teenagers. I started babysitting at 14 for my neighbors children. I have also worked at different camps and have experience working with special needs children. I enjoy working with children because everyday is a new adventure. I...

Sandrae L. says "Jessica was awesome with my boys. She was helpful and reliable. I called her last minute and she was able to respond without hesitation. Would definitely...

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A Little About Me:)

Springfield, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello, My name is Tiffany! I am 27 years old I have been working as a Nanny for over 10 years now. I have worked with children of all ages and have experience with children who have hearing loss and other special needs. I took ASL in college as my foreign language. I incorporated that in my work even for hearing children as it...

Kim P. says "We hired Tiffany back in 2017 to watch our son who was 9 years old and has some special needs. She did a few days a week after school as well as a Friday or...

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Ludlow, MA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Hello! I have worked with kids for 2 years as a camp and after school program counselor. I have a teaching degree for English secondary Edu. And can speak several languages (Portuguese and French) and studying a few more (Korean and ASL). I currently work with adults with special needs and disabilities.
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Agawam, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
My name is Suzanne and I'm a middle aged retiree looking for work with children. I have many years experience in the childcare field , most recently retiring from the school system. I have also worked with special needs children. I feel that my patience, experience and devotion to children will be a great asset. I also am a...
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West Springfield, MA

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$26/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
I have nannied for 5 years full time and now I currently nanny Part time on Tuesdays and bartend at night. I'm also in school for x ray but looking to find family's for date nights or as needed and pet sitting. I've worked in group homes with special needs in the past for 6 years so I have CPR and first aid training. I'm 29 and...
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Experienced Child Care Provider

Amherst, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
I am a trained ABA therapist, special needs paraprofessional, and former family daycare provider, as well as an experienced mother of three teenage boys. Non-smoker. Comfortable with pets. Able to cook, clean, run errands. CPR and First Aid certified. Senior care experience as primary caregiver to elderly mother in law, as well...
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Part-Time Caregiver

Sunderland, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have worked with children ages ranging from 4 days old to 15 years old. I have been babysitting for 10 plus years. I have a degree in Elementary Education and Special Education and a concentration in Behavioral Studies. I worked at a daycare and have experience in all ages from infant to preschool. Multiple children at a time...
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Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny Available

Agawam, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 25 years of full time childcare experience, ranging from newborns, toddlers, school age children and teenagers, including special needs and multiples. My current family of three years is moving away and I will be starting with a new family four days a week with Wednesdays free. So I am looking for some possible Wednesday...
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Ware, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
I have 26 years experience with special needs kids. I have 30 years experience in the nursing industry. I sub at elementary school with their special need kids.
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Special Education Teacher

Longmeadow, MA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Special education teacher with a degree in severe special education with a concentration in autism.
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Rachel C.

Rachel is incredibly patient, kind, and conscientious. In addition to knowing her for 20 years, I hired her a year ago to help with my...

- Tonya D.

Nelle B.

She has been a wonderful nanny to my 4 children this past year, I would highly recommend her!!!

- Amber G.

Tianna S.

Tianna was a godsend for our family. Our kids loved her and you could tell how much she truly cared for them. Punctual, reliable and great...

- Care member

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