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Karina C.
Andover, MA
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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I have a Bachelor's in Psychology from St. John's University. I have worked with children of special needs both at the research and interpersonal level. I specifically have experience with FASD, ADHD, PPD, Autism, Down syndrome, speech delays, processing disorders and epilepsy. I am now attending a Post-Bac program at Georgetown...
5.0
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Dual Masters Degree - Lesley University
Moderate Disabilities (Pre-K) & Elementary Ed. (1-6)
5+ Years Experience
Experience working with students with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Etc.
Experience with Preschool Ages Students as well as 2nd - 5th Grade.
5.0
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I am a paraprofessional and have worked with children that have special needs. I am passionate about helping them achieve their goals, and learn each day.
5.0
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Being a full time nanny for many years , I have worked with all kinds of special needs from non verbal, autisum, adhd, wheel cahir bound but have most of my experience with cerebral palsy , as this is something that I have dealt with my whole life. ( as my brother has this special need)
im a fun, loving, careing, dependable...
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Hi, my name is EmJ! I have worked in healthcare for over 6 years I have experience in children, adult and senior care. I have worked in hospital short term care to end of life care for all ages. in my spare time I rescue and rehabilitate exotic animals. My most current job is New England Pediatric Care as a CNA, Recreational...
Heather M.
Windham, NH
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
4.0
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I have been working with Community Crossroads giving hands on care and companionship for 26-year-old girl with autism and epilepsy, she is also speech delayed. I also work with an 8-year-old autistic girl which includes pick up from school, dinner preparation and hands on playtime. Weekend days I work with a 50-year-old with...
4.0
"Heather worked with my daughter for a couple of years. She formed an excellent rapport with us however had some difficulty following behavior plans implemented when we realized my daughter had regressed to...
Reviewed by Cathy F.
Sheila P.
Atkinson, NH
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I'm a 54-year-old mom with a 24-year-old son with special needs. I've had the opportunity to take care of my elderly mother-in-law (we moved her in with us) who had dementia and then suffered a stroke. After she passed away, my mom who had COPD moved in with us and I was able to take care of her until she passed away from...
5.0
"Sheila is an excellent caregiver. She is kind and thoughtful and has an upbeat and fun personality. She does all of the required job tasks faithfully and takes initiative with tasks and ideas and is willing to...
Reviewed by Amy A.
5.0
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My name is Annette and I have been working in the child care industry for 35 years. I graduated from college with a Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Child Psychology. The first 15 years of my career was spent working with children with special needs. For the past 20 years, I have worked as a nanny, caring for infants up to...
5.0
"Antonietta is my sister. I have a 10 year old daughter who thinks of my sister as her second mother! Antonietta is outstanding at understanding children, caring for children and simply being around children. I...
Reviewed by Josie B.
5.0
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Hi! I am EEC certified as an infant, toddler, and preschool teacher. I am the oldest out of 5 children and started my first babysitting job at 14. I have worked at a daycare for 7 years. I was a paraprofessional in three public schools for deaf education and special needs education. I have experiences nannying twins. I have...
5.0
"Desiree started with us when our daughter was only eight weeks old and stayed with us until she started daycare. She was absolutely amazing. She was great with our daughter.. loving, protective and responsible....
Reviewed by Jessica D.
5.0
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Hello, I always established a positive relationship with child and parents. I have the ability to deal with difficult situations with consideration and I demonstrated ability to interact successfully with students with special needs including ASD. I have over 20 years of experience working as a Special Needs Aide in schools and...
5.0
"A true angel. I wish I could keep her forever"
Reviewed by Sheida F.
5.0
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I have over 4 years of experience in many levels of care for your needs , I have a strong work ethnic and consider myself to be a companionate very responsible person. Please consider.
Thank you for your time.
5.0
"Julie was an absolutely wonderful caregiver. I will definitely use her again."
Reviewed by Caryn J.
Sheila P.
Atkinson, NH
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Available For Children As Well As Adults With Special Needs
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I'm a mom of a 24-year-old man with special needs. I'm comfortable in all situations, including administering medications as well as seizure disorders. My hours/days are very flexible.
5.0
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Hello,
My name is Sherry.
I live in Pelham, NH.
I have been providing private in home care for the past 10 years.
Please check out my reviews from past clients
I come with excellent personal and professional references.
I love what I do!
Sincerely caring
and very detailed in my work
Empathetic, compassionate,...
5.0
"Sherry is terrific! She goes above and beyond for her patients. She's caring and kind a pleasure to know. We were so lucky to have her help when we needed it!"
Reviewed by Kathy B.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Keri and I am 31 years old. I am currently a full time nanny Monday-Thursday for a 7-month-old baby. I am looking for a family to help out on Fridays as well as for occasional date nights!
I have over 10 years of experience working with infants-school aged children. I have worked as a nanny, toddler/preschool...
5.0
"Keri was a phenomenal nanny and is a wonderful person. She is kind and caring, and went above and beyond looking after our son everyday from the time he was an infant until he started daycare as a toddler. Keri...
Reviewed by Jason B.
4.5
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A little bit about myself.
I'm 27 years old.
10+ years experience.
Background working in Public Education Pre-K through 5th grade, special education (para/aid), after school programing, summer camps, nursery programing, and private care.
Associates Degree and ECE Certificate
I have training in CPR and First Aid, Concussion...
5.0
"Kaitlin is wonderful with my infant twins. She interacts with them and keeps them busy. She is also great with my two year old daughter who sees her before daycare."
Reviewed by Katie W.
5.0
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Hello! I am a 46 female living in the methuen area and I am a mother of two adult children and a grandmother of 1! I have been laid off recently and not looking to work back in the corporate world so I m looking for a change and to stay local. We have a dog so pets are not an issue. I have experience providing day care to...
5.0
"Mary is wonderful with our kids! She does after school pick ups along with taking them to activities. She thoughtful and energetic, just what kids need."
Reviewed by Sreya S.
Emellia M.
Dracut, MA
$25-30/hr
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I have been a caregiver for kids with special needs and normal functioning kids for 10yrs and I love my job,
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Hi! My name is Lexie and I am a graduate occupational therapy student perusing my master's degree at Quinnipiac University and am currently finishing up my last clinical experience back home in Massachusetts. I have spent several years working and babysitting children. For the past three summers I have been a teacher's...
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I am currently employed full time at a school for autism and behavioral disabilities, with 2 recent years of experience in school and in home with children from age 6-22. I am familiar with ABA and I am finishing my undergraduate degree in psychology in July 2023. I am beginning a master's in psychology starting in September...
Meghan P.
Methuen, MA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Meghan and I would love to help your family with their child care needs! I have been working as a counselor in an Elementary School for the past 4 years. I have been working with children is different care roles for over 10 years. I have worked with children of all different ages ranging from infant to teenagers....
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lawrence, MA
Heather M.
4.0
Heather worked with my daughter for a couple of years. She formed an excellent rapport with us however had some difficulty following behavior plans implemented when we realized my daughter had regressed to prior challenging behaviors. The stress was too much and Heather elected to move on to...
- Cathy F.
Sheila P.
5.0
Sheila is an excellent caregiver. She is kind and thoughtful and has an upbeat and fun personality. She does all of the required job tasks faithfully and takes initiative with tasks and ideas and is willing to do extra helpful things. She has been working for me for almost 5 years and is a top-notch...
- Amy A.
Antonietta F.
5.0
Antonietta is my sister. I have a 10 year old daughter who thinks of my sister as her second mother! Antonietta is outstanding at understanding children, caring for children and simply being around children. I always say it takes a special person to be around children all day (coming from someone...
- Josie B.
Desiree S.
5.0
Desiree started with us when our daughter was only eight weeks old and stayed with us until she started daycare. She was absolutely amazing. She was great with our daughter.. loving, protective and responsible. She was engaged and educational. She taught her baby sign language. She was also...
- Jessica D.
Jean G.
5.0
A true angel. I wish I could keep her forever
- Sheida F.
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