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Rebecca P.

Part-Time Childcare Provider

Harvard, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a 44-year-old mother of three grown daughters. I graduated from Umass-Amherst with a Bachelor's degree in Human Services. While my children were young I often worked part-time providing child care for other families alongside my girls. I have worked with special needs children and also with twins. I am currently a exercise...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Leominster, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
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!

Christian D. says "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...

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Senior Care Specialist

Westford, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Visiting nurse
dementia
home modification
personal care
respite care
I have worked in elder care for most of my adult life as a Home Health Aid and Program Director. These roles provide me with many skills, both in caring for people physically but also cognitively. I can keep your loved one engaged, stimulated and interested in things around them. I am highly qualified and skilled in helping...

Bonnie O. says "We have had Lisa as a caregiver for my 95 yo mom for at least 2 or 3 years and she is wonderful! She has a kind and easy going manner and a great sense of...

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Early Childhood Educator Available For Various Babysitting Needs

Maynard, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
I am an energetic, reliable, and passionate early-childhood educator with 25+ years paid experience in the field, and have 3 teenage children of my own. My favorite activities to do with children are exploring the outdoors, playing games (both indoor and out!), reading, cooking and crafts. I am able to assist with homework,...

Branwen C. says "Aletha is an amazing caregiver! I cannot say enough positive things about her. She has been working with our family for over a year and my son, now 4,...

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Experienced Special Needs Provider

Westford, MA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
(Unavailable to commit to new consistent hours until Summer of 2023) I'm fully vaccinated and received a booster shot in April 2022. I have three children of my own, two who are now teenagers and one a few years away from joining the teenage ranks. In regards to my professional background and experience, I have two decades of...
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Special Needs Care Provider - ASD, DS, Non-Verbal Experience

Leominster, MA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I find care for those with special needs to be incredibly fulfilling. I volunteered at a therapeutic riding center on and off for many years. That experience gave me opportunities to work with a variety of special needs individuals from all age groups. My special needs care began with care for my 50-year-old great aunt with DS....

Jillian A. says "Kiley is compassionate, responsible, knowledgeable and reliable. She is hard-working and is an excellent caregiver."

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Part-time Caregiver/RN Available

Shirley, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
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...

Jonathan H. says "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...

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Leominster, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience
I have more than 12 years of experience. I homeschooled my three sons through high school until they started college. After that, I worked with a very special boy for almost 2 years that was when I discovered my passion for special needs kids. I have good references and I'm vaccinated.

Care Member says "Marsha was great with our 1yo, very loving and took her on trips outside of the house to visit the library, playgrounds, etc. I would not hesitate to...

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Full-time Caregiver Available For The Summer

Hudson, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
I spent last summer working at an overnight camp for children with special needs, where I gained experience working with children from ages 6-18 with a wide range of diagnoses, abilities, and needs. At the camp, we were trained in behavior management techniques for working with children with special needs. Working on goal...

Cassandra G. says "Kayla F. and I worked together at a residential summer camp for children with emotional and behavioral problems and developmental disabilities. Kayla...

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Part Time/Occasional Sitter

Lancaster, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I'm currently an ABA RBT at Keystone Collaborative Education in Leominster Ma I also do two nights for in home Aba Therapy. We teach daily independence along w/social & educational goals. I work one on one with certain students. During my babysitting/nanny jobs, I've helped prepare meals, potty train, naps, bathe, bed...

Veronica R. says "Malayvanh goes above and beyond and is very passionate and compassionate towards everyone especially with kids ! "

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Registered Nurse Available Part-Time

Shirley, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Visiting nurse
dementia
hospice services
personal care
respite care
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...

Claudia S. says "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...

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Ayer, MA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Alena, I am 24 years old! Something fun about me is I love my dog, farm animals and the outdoors. I adore shaping the minds of young children and watching them explore/learn. Fun things I like to do while babysitting/nannying are crafts, explore outside, read books etc. I've worked at a daycare, and been a nanny for...

Donna C. says "Alena occasionally babysits my two children when we have date nights and she the kids and us love her! She helps out tremendously and we couldn't be more...

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Reliable Caring

Groton, MA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
I'm a mother of two teenage boys, that have asthma and food allergies. During my time of raising them we have meet the challenges of those special needs successfully. They have learned how to live a full life with their medical issues.

Adriana G. says "I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an...

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Nanny/ Home Manager

Leominster, MA

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$28/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Julia. I have been working with children since I was 14. I have experience working with kids of all ages in all settings including day cares, homes, care facilities, and in sports. I have cared for children from ages 4 months to young adults with special needs at 22 years of age.
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Leominster, MA

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hi there! I'm Abby, currently a college student at Fitchburg State studying to become a teacher. I work for Leominster Public Schools with their before and after school program, where I spend my time helping with homework, playing games, and making sure the kids are having fun (and not climbing the walls). I have experience...
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RN/Nanny Looking For Part-time Work

Shirley, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
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...
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Hudson, MA

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$15/hr
Hi there! I'm Kristina. I'm an electrologist in Hudson, MA, looking for some summer work before I go back to school for esthetics. I received some education from MassBay in Early Childhood Education. I also volunteered in a religious ed classroom setting as an aide to a young girl with autism for four years. I will ensure your...
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Experienced Caregiver Available For Summer (10+ Years Experience) Live-In Preferred

Westford, MA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! A little about me. Currently a 5th gr teacher! Worked as a full time nanny to a 9mo, 3yo, & 5 yo in NYC while also nannying mornings for 4yo. I worked short term for a 1yo & 5yo & separately a 5mo. Previous summers I was a full time live in nanny for 2 summers to 4yo and 12yo girls working an average of 75-80 hours per week...
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Bonny D.'s Photo

Berlin, MA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I love taking care of all ages, I'm a big kid at heart. I've been involved with many families over the past 25 years doing what I love. My experience ranges from infants to young adults. I've gone to many homes, or transported to and from school. I'm professional and trustworthy, but mostly caring. I do take 2 vacations a year,...
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Leominster, MA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Amber and I worked as an aide in healthcare for 10 years, spending time intermittently as a part time mentor. My kid brother is autistic and schizoaffective bipolar, so I've spent my life in the company of those with a range of special needs and abilities. The best aspect of personal and professional roles has...
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Jen G.

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...

- Christian D.

Lisa L.

We have had Lisa as a caregiver for my 95 yo mom for at least 2 or 3 years and she is wonderful! She has a kind and easy going manner and a...

- Bonnie O.

Aletha D.

Aletha is an amazing caregiver! I cannot say enough positive things about her. She has been working with our family for over a year and my...

- Branwen C.

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