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Katie E.
Greenville, NH
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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Hi there! My name is Katie. I'm currently a household manager for a family in Newton, MA who I've been with for two years. My contract ends and the end of June and I recently moved to NH, so I'm looking for a new full time nanny/ household manager position to start in July.
I have been working with children professionally for...
5.0
"Katie took care of my 2 year old girl. She is a well organized, responsible and loving person. During summer time, she organize a lab of activities suitable for the age of my girl. Katie more than a babysitter...
Reviewed by Mariela A.
5.0
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10 years experience caring for children of all ages. From newborn to preteen, special needs experience as well. Comfortable with up to 3 children at a time, pets, housekeeping, transport needs. CPR/ first aid certified. I look forward to hearing from you!
5.0
"Jen is wonderful. I will totally have her watch my 4 month old twins when I finally decide to go back to work. Unfortunately, I decided to stay home a little longer. She expresses complete knowledge of children...
Reviewed by Christian D.
5.0
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Hi, I'm Kate! I have experience in nannying and babysitting including spending a year working full time as the nanny to a newborn. I am currently seeking part time hours. My schedule is flexible. I have over 10 years of experience in caregiving, including five years with children and four years working with individuals and...
5.0
"Kate is such a wonderful caregiver to our son. She's very knowledgeable about child development and skilled in working with him (he is 9 months). He took to her immediately and they formed a bond right away....
Reviewed by Crystal R.
4.8
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I currently have limited availability but would like to hear about what you're looking for.
I am a mom of 2 kids, 17 & 18 years old. I used to be a substitute teacher once my youngest was in kindergarten full time and I worked primarily with special needs children. After that I focused on babysitting in people's homes.
I also...
5.0
"Candace is a great caregiver. She adjusts her care style through the transitional infant stages and is very flexible to my baby's needs. Candace is warm, reliable, and easy to share a space with while WFH. I...
Reviewed by Olga B.
5.0
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I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
5.0
"I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She...
Reviewed by Claudia S.
5.0
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Hello,
I'm currently working at a childcare Director at a large childcare center and oversee the care of children aged 6 weeks to 8 years. My experience in childcare spans over 25 years. I'm looking for a position where I can spend more time working with children of all ages and not being tied to a desk. I also have personal...
5.0
"I have worked with Jodi in the child care field for five years now. She is highly skilled & educated on the development of young children. She has excellent relationships with not just the children in her care,...
Reviewed by Lisa D.
5.0
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I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
5.0
"Kelley has been my home health nurse over 3 years and has proven to be a reliable, hardworking and compassionate worker. Aside from her medical duties as a nurse she is responsible for cleaning and organizing...
Reviewed by Jonathan H.
Lucas R.
Athol, MA
$28-33/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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I'm from Brazil, I'm Patient, kind and will offer the best to you and your loved ones. I'm bachelor in architecture and I know to cook some good things . I love to go out and breathing fresh air, like to hike, swimming and skiing I also love to spend time with my dog Alisa.
I'm MAP, first aide and CPR trained .
5.0
"Lucas has done an absolutely wonderful job working with our son. He’s incredibly conscientious and caring and makes a genuine effort to understand and communicate with our essentially nonverbal son. We highly...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
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Hi!
My name is Aida and I have been taking care for elderly and Alzheimer patients for 15 years. I understand the different stages of Alzheimer and dementia and I am able to work with them as necessary. I have also worked for worked taking care of a woman for 4 years who had breast and brain cancer, and used a wheelchair until...
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Hello, my name is Elizabeth and I am a kind, gentle, and caring person. I'm working on going back to school to become a Nurse Midwife, and would love to assist in any daily tasks you may need. I'm 27 years old and am a very hard worker who is passionate about serving others. I have also worked and served children and families...
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Hello! I am Serena, a second-grade teacher with a New Hampshire teaching certificate. I hold a degree in early childhood education with minor in special education. I have a background in nannying for children with special needs and experience as a summer preschool special education teacher. I also have experience working with...
Christina P.
Rutland, MA
$25/hr
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Hi I'm Christina,
I went to school for childhood development.
Have experience with special needs care.
Meal prep and light housekeeping.
Transportation needs, and running errands.
Easy going, always kind, gentle soul.
If you have any questions please feel free to message me,
My best
- Christina
Solace C.
Jaffrey, NH
$25-43/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am compassionate with caring for people of all ages including infants, toddlers, adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors.
I have cared for people with intellectual & physical special needs. I am comfortable with personal care, and hold BLS/CPR, First-Aid, and a State of NH IHCSP license. I have 15 years of experience with...
5.0
"Solace provided amazing care when we needed it! Very professional, caring, attentive, and just a pleasure to work with! Highly recommend!!! "
Reviewed by Justine H.
Anna C.
Lunenburg, MA
$14-19/hr
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Anna C, Lunenburg Ma
Hi! I am 18 years old, and just graduated from lunenburg high this year! I am attending college in the fall of 2019 in hopes of becoming a special education teacher. I am super energetic, smiley and very outgoing! I love taking care of kids and taking them out exploring and just overall having a good time...
Kim C.
Leominster, MA
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am a single Mom of a 10yr old son with Autism. I am CNA HHA CPR ECG & PHLEBOTOMY CERTIFIED. I ran the kitchen at Franco American Veterans Hall for 2years so I also love to cook. I have cared for kids with special needs and seniors with different diagnosis and different levels of abilities.
I'd describe my personality as...
Solace C.
Jaffrey, NH
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am a Direct Support Professional with experience in caring for individuals with physical and intellectual limitations. I have worked in a home setting where I have been responsible for personal care, cooking, cleaning, medication distribution, and recreational activities. I have also worked in a day program setting where I...
Elizabeth Z.
Athol, MA
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi there! I'm an experienced caregiver who adores working with children of all ages and abilities. I've had the privilege of serving as an behavior therapist, which has allowed me to develop specialized skills in caring for kids on the autism spectrum, so am comfortable caring for children of special needs.
I have experience...
Diane D.
Holden, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have worked with emotionally disturbed children for eight years and presently am working for a family with a special needs that has a chromosomal disorder. I am a certified teacher of young children with special needs.
Katie E.
Greenville, NH
$30-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi there! My name is Katie. I'm studying Child and Family Studies at FSU , when I graduate I will go to grad school at BU for Child Life and Family Services with a goal of working as a Child Life specialist at Boston Children's Hospital! Pre-COVID I taught for a before and after school kindergarten program and I worked in a K-2...
Bethany H.
Leominster, MA
$15-20/hr
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I have worked in the department of developmental services for a little over 2 years. I have so much experience with special needs! I absolutely love this field but would love to expand my experience working with children with special needs!
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gardner, MA
Katie E.
5.0
Katie is incredibly trustworthy, responsible, and professional. She's an excellent teammate and collaborator, always helping out where she can. She is a hard worker who is very committed to the families she supports!
- Serena A.
Jen G.
5.0
Jen is wonderful. I will totally have her watch my 4 month old twins when I finally decide to go back to work. Unfortunately, I decided to stay home a little longer. She expresses complete knowledge of children all ages, supplies references if needed, and takes the time to get to know your kids. I'm...
- Christian D.
Katherine B.
5.0
Kate is such a wonderful caregiver to our son. She's very knowledgeable about child development and skilled in working with him (he is 9 months). He took to her immediately and they formed a bond right away. Our son had a pretty scary moment after just a few weeks of having Kate on, she handled it...
- Crystal R.
Candace J.
5.0
Candace is a great caregiver. She adjusts her care style through the transitional infant stages and is very flexible to my baby's needs. Candace is warm, reliable, and easy to share a space with while WFH. I would recommend her as a nanny for your family.
- Olga B.
Kelley H.
5.0
I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She additionally helped change a bandage he had. She was very kind which put my grandfather at...
- Claudia S.
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