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Sinead C.

Gardner, MA

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$15/hr
I have experience with ADD/ADHD, developmental delays, BPD, anxiety, mental illness, and autism spectrum through personal relations. I believe that patience and understanding are key. I'm a mom to a 6-year-old boy with developmental delays.
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Gardner, MA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hello, my name is Jackie I have lots of different experiences working with different populations of adolescents!! I worked in an elementary school as a registered behavioral technician for three years before continuing that field in an inpatient hospital. I have been babysitting for eight years and grew up with many younger...
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Licensed Nurse Available Part Time

Westminster, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Winchendon, MA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have been a nanny for 21 years. Before that, I worked at a before and after-school program at an elementary school, and also at a daycare in the infant toddler room. So I have plenty of experience with kids. I've worked with ages newborn-18 years and also with children with special needs along side early intervention, speech...

Care Member says "Vanessa has been the Nanny for our now 3 Year Old and 5 year old for the past 3 years. She is wonderful with my children and always keeps them busy and...

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Rebecca K.'s Photo

Fitchburg, MA

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$30/hr
2 years experience
I have good experience in taking care of the elderly, special needs kids , baby sitting and travel aide. I can help prepare meals, go shopping, go to doctors appointments, help on taking medications, and light house keeping plus laundry. I'm a self motivated worker, comfortable working under any type of supervision. My...
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Babysitter

Fitchburg, MA

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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Experienced Nanny Available! Hello! I'm Idalis, an experienced nanny with 15 years of caring for children aged 0-16. I provide exceptional care, creating a safe and engaging environment. I've worked with a diverse range of children, teaching Spanish and coaching cheerleading and gymnastics. I'm dedicated to providing the best...
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Fitchburg, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Kirsten I am 25 years old I have been in and out of the child care industry since I was in high school. I've had a few jobs through here, and some private jobs through family and friends. I grew up around children my grandmother ran a day care industry her home. I graduated from Monty tech back in 2019 where I...
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Babysitter/caregiver

Templeton, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been babysitting and caring for children for over 15 years. I have experience with infants and children with moderate and severe special needs. I believe children are the greatest joy in life and pride my self in being a responsible and compassionate caregiver.
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Ashburnham, MA

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$18/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Lauryn and I have my bachelors in interdisciplinary studies and a minor in special education. I currently work part time as an ABA therapist for children with autism. I have 3 younger siblings who I have been babysitting since I was 12, one of whom has Down Syndrome. I have plenty of experience with Special Needs...
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Fitchburg, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have a 4-month-old daughter and I'm looking to help a family out with their everyday tasks. I have 14 nieces and nephews ranging from 7 years old to newborn. I took care of a special needs wheelchair bound boy since I was 15 years old and I would love to help a few hours a day! Reliable SUV transportation for school pick...
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Nahed S.'s Photo

Fitchburg, MA

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$18/hr
I worked with the kids for more then 8 years as a preschool teacher assistant with the special needs kids, and as babysitter too , start from 2 months until 6 years old , always my pleasure to work with them.
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Fitchburg, MA

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Kirsten I am 25 years old. I have many years of experience in child care and senior care, especially with special needs I was a cna in a nursing home in high school, where I worked on the dementia unit and learned a lot about lifts and how to care for people who weren't able to do much for themselves. I also...
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Special Needs Experience Care Giver

Westminster, MA

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 5 years experience with Special needs. I am now in grad school studying to become a Behavioral Analyst.
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Fitchburg, MA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, mature and relaxed. I like working with kids because they love to smile and laugh, are curious and love to have fun with imagination and discovery. I'm looking for a job that allows me to support a family and provide care in partnership with parents, using my knowledge and experience as...
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Caregiver Available

Fitchburg, MA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
I have been a PCA for one handicapped boy since I was 15 years old. I come from a medical background. I was a CNA for years and then in ophthalmology for the last 7 years.
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Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

Fitchburg, MA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hi my name is Charlotte, and I have 1 year experience with children with ASD. I also have 6 years experience in childcare and early childhood education in total. I currently work in the ABA field as a behavioral technician, and I love the work very much. I'd love to be a part time special needs caregiver as well!
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Westminster, MA

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$25/hr
20 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
After raising 2 great children of my own, and over 20 years of working with children with special needs both at home and in public school I have decided to leave my full time position and work part time. Still feeling as if I have something to offer and missing my interactions with children and their young minds a nanny position...
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Enthusiastic, Caring And Patient.

Fitchburg, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am licensed mental health counselor and I have worked in the field for 10 years. I find joy in being with and getting to know people both children and adults. Through my education and work experience, I have learned about the specific needs of different groups of people. I have learned techniques for teaching skills so that...
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Special Needs

Baldwinville, MA

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Companionship
errands
hospice services
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have taken care of my grandfather when he was sick with cancer. I would like to extend my arms in helping or providing care with your loved ones as well. I do respite for a family in Worcester when they need me. I stay for a week at a time with an autistic gentleman while they go on vacation. I have also done some respite with...
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