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Madeline H.


Hanscom AFB, MA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

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As an Elementary Education major, kids are my passion. I love spending time with kids of all ages. My concentration is in Special Education, I would like to make a career out of helping children with disabilities so I am always looking for opportunities to gain more special needs experience. I am somewhat flexible in my...
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Alicia N.


Arlington, MA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

5.0

(5)

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I have 16+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care , Personal Care and Special needs, and Companionship. I have been a Geriatric caregiver since 2005 I worked for my company for 6 yrs and been a private caregiver for 10 yrs. Am very compassionate, patience, understanding and easy to talk to. I have a very humorous side...

Recent reviews:

5.0
My family hired Alicia to care for my 88 year old dad after a bad fall. She was extremely caring and helpful and did a great job with him. I would hirely recommend her as a trusting and caring helper.

Reviewed by Diana O.

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Natasha H.


Medford, MA

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello! My name is Natasha and I'm an Occupational Therapy Doctoral student at Tufts University. I have a breadth of experience working with kids in various settings, including special needs and recreational after-school programs. I love to plan craft activities and fun games, and would be able to help out with light housekeeping...

Recent review:

5.0
Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!

Reviewed by Care member

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Liam M.


Cambridge, MA

$16-30/hr4 yrs exp

Caretaker With Experience In Special Needs Care

5.0

(1)

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I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. I'm a former ABA therapist I worked in special education school

Recent review:

5.0
Liam helped us immensely with after school care for our two sons, who were in 2nd and 4th grade at the time. He picked the boys up from school, supervised an after school snack/meal, helped with homework....

Reviewed by Yelena K.

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Olga M.


Woburn, MA

$33-40/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi, my name is Olga and I have been babysitting/nannying for about 12 years. I absolutely love caring for children. I am a patient, trustworthy, responsible and dependable person. I've been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I have experience with children ages 3months to 10 years old. I worked at a daycare for...

Recent review:

5.0
I have known Olga for over 5 years and she is the most dependable nanny I know. She is able to connects with my kids right away and genuinely loves the company of children. She has a great understanding of...

Reviewed by Selam R.

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Cheryl T.


Wellesley Hills, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Care

5.0

(1)

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My part time hours are negotiable per hr (3 hr shift minimum). I recently updated my adult & pediatric First Aid/AED/CPR qualifications through the Red Cross. I was a church nursery teacher on Sunday morning, (7 years), mental health worker in social skills program (autistic spectrum disorder), summer treatment program counselor...

Recent review:

5.0
Cheryl assists me in house sitting as needed, while I'm away from my home in Wellesley. I feel reassured that my pet and home are always safe and in good hands with her. I would recommend Cheryl based on her...

Reviewed by Michael T.

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Olivia B.


Arlington, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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Caring for those with special needs is absolutely what I am most passionate about. I have a bachelors in moderate special education PreK-8 and a masters in Severe Special Education. I currently work in Malden MA as a special education teacher. I work with individuals with a range of special needs. I have worked with children as...
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Olivia B.


Arlington, MA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

5.0

(4)

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Hello! My name is Olivia and I am currently a special education Kindergarten teacher in the Waltham Public Schools. I have a license in both moderate special needs Prek-8 and a masters in severe special needs, all levels. I have extensive experience nannying and I feel very confident when working and looking after...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and I recommend her highly!

Reviewed by Amy B.

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Alma M.


Winchester, MA

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Bilingual, Loving, Fun And Dependable Professional Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hello, I'm Alma! I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in Panama. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. My professional child care experience expands across all age groups (from newborns to teenagers), including kids with special needs. I have worked in a variety...

Recent review:

5.0
Alma helped us care for our daughter from about 1 to 1.5 years old. We ended up moving from the city which is why we couldn't keep Alma on as our nanny. It was so clear after we met Alma in person that she...

Reviewed by Cristina D.

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Nicole C.


Somerville, MA

$18-30/hr7 yrs exp

Reliable

3.6

(9)

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I have experience with twins, add/adhd, and special needs. I have experience also with children 5 months old and up. Also available short notice!

Recent reviews:

5.0
We hired Nicole to watch my elderly mom with dementia and she was nothing short of amazing! She was always a few minutes early and had the patients of a saint. I would highly recommend her for any babysitting...

Reviewed by Care member

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Sierra N.


North Billerica, MA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

5.0

(1)

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Hi, I'm Sierra! I am a special education teacher whom has a masters degree in early childhood and am also working on my severe disabilities degree! I currently work as a severe special needs teacher for a school that focuses primarily on kids with Autism. I absolutely love teaching and can't picture myself working in any other...

Recent review:

5.0
Sierra was a blessing for our family. She worked for us over the summer of 2017 for about two months, and was very professional and dependable. She was very punctual, and arrived to work early every single...

Reviewed by Henry E.

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Lesley F.


Brighton, MA

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Kind Babysitter Available!

5.0

(2)

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My name is Lesley. I am available to babysit on an as-needed basis. For 5 years, I worked as an assistant teacher for special needs students in an elementary school. I have over 10 years of experience caring for kids of all ages in their homes or in a professional daycare setting. I'm CPR and First Aid trained with plenty...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Lesley was one of the very first people outside of family to babysit our infant son. She was so reassuring and incredibly professional. Upon speaking to Lesley I was immediately confident that her expertise...

Reviewed by Helene J.

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Athena Z.


Watertown, MA

$15-25/hr

Student Clinician In Graduate School For Speech Language Pathology

5.0

(1)

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I am currently a graduate student in Boston studying to become a licensed speech language pathologist. My interests include working with children and students with a variety of delays/disorders such as Autism, Down Syndrome, and other developmental, cognitive and/or intellectual disabilities.

Recent review:

5.0
Works well with special needs children, has good teaching skills. I am planning on using her as often as I can.

Reviewed by Peter G.

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Emily A.


Medford, MA

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Teacher On Summer Break!

5.0

(1)

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Former science teacher new to Medford! I worked as a PCA after school and on school breaks for several years and am looking to stay active after transitioning to a hybrid corporate role. I have extensive experience working with g and j tubes, AAC devices, and assisting with all ADLs.

Recent review:

5.0
Emily knows just how to handle my special needs young adult when he is upset. She's great with de-escalating the challenging family situations that occur in my home. She's super responsible and clear headed,...

Reviewed by Katrina F.

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Cherylann S.


Woburn, MA

$40/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello my name is Cherylann.. I have been a foster mother for the state of mass. I've been working with kids my entire life, been a foster mother for the state of Ma.. worked as a preschool teachers aid for nine years, worked for a overnight nanny service which was extensive training. I have had CPR and first aid training ....

Recent review:

5.0
Cherylann goes above and beyond, and really cares about the children she works with. Our daughter absolutely loves her and any family would be lucky to have her as a nanny.

Reviewed by Jeremiah M.

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Sophie J.


Wilmington, MA

$32-35/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have experience as an ABA therapist and have been working with children who have autism as well as ADHD.
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Maria C.


Brighton, MA

$25-28/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hello! My name is Maria and I am 26, and I am a private childcare worker based out of Boston, MA. I am first and foremost dedicated to providing any child in my care with a safe, comfortable, fun, and enriching environment. I have 9 years of extensive early childhood care experience. I have worked with all age groups but the...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Maria was a great babysitter while we were visiting Boston! She was easy to communicate with and our 2-year-old daughter seemed to enjoy her! I would definitely recommend Maria to any family.

Reviewed by Kelli M.

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Theresa H.


Bedford, MA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Care Giver

5.0

(1)

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I love working with kids, especially kids with special needs! I am patient and caring. I am a fun sitter.

Recent review:

5.0
Theresa was flexible with our schedule. She's nice and sweet. I would hire her again.

Reviewed by Mila F.

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Alexandra K.


Brighton, MA

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Vaccinated Summer Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hi! I'm Ali, a nanny with 6 years, 30+ families & 75+ kids worth of experience. As a Wellesley College student I have taken classes in neuroscience & anthropology-preparing me for all backgrounds & developmental abilities-& medical school one day! I am both CPR certified & have worked as an EMT for 2 years responding to 911...

Recent review:

5.0
She was great! The kids had so much fun with her and was even asking if she was coming back the next day. Very polite and punctual. Would definitely hire her again.

Reviewed by Care member

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Sarah R.


Sudbury, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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10+ years of experience in childcare, professional and private. Excelling in all age ranges, from newborn to teenager. Well versed in many facets, homework help, arts & crafts specialties, social emotional learning, gross-motor play, special needs experience, transportation, home management and organization, meal prep, CPR &...

Recent review:

5.0
Sarah did a fabulous job watching my 3 young boys. She kept them busy and having fun, and oversaw mealtime. When we need a babysitter in the future we will definitely ask her to come back!

Reviewed by Brigid D.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hanscom AFB, MA

Alicia N.

5.0

My family hired Alicia to care for my 88 year old dad after a bad fall. She was extremely caring and helpful and did a great job with him. I would hirely recommend her as a trusting and caring helper.

- Diana O.

Natasha H.

5.0

Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!

- Care member

Liam M.

5.0

Liam helped us immensely with after school care for our two sons, who were in 2nd and 4th grade at the time. He picked the boys up from school, supervised an after school snack/meal, helped with homework. Several times when we asked Liam to stay later, dinner and bedtime were also smooth and timely....

- Yelena K.

Olga M.

5.0

I have known Olga for over 5 years and she is the most dependable nanny I know. She is able to connects with my kids right away and genuinely loves the company of children. She has a great understanding of child development and is able to provide developmentally appropriate experience. She is...

- Selam R.

Cheryl T.

5.0

Cheryl assists me in house sitting as needed, while I'm away from my home in Wellesley. I feel reassured that my pet and home are always safe and in good hands with her. I would recommend Cheryl based on her trustworthiness, affection for pets, attention to detail and communication skills.

- Michael T.

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