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Anthony A.

Leverett, MA

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$20/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My background in professional childcare is primarily with kids on the spectrum ages 3-11. Listening deeply and giving careful attention. I lived for a year on a horsefarm learning the ways of equine therapy and remain inspired by the kindness and encouragement of parents with special needs children. I respect the necessity of...
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Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I'm Anwyn and I am a kind, creative and energetic 18-year-old taking a gap year. I live on Capitol Hill with my mom and siblings. I have lots of experience caring for children all ages, including a special needs child. I love engaging in creative activities, reading, cooking healthy organic meals, and just being around children,...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Amherst, MA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
respite care
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I am a Licensed Nurse's Aide and Home Health Aide looking to help care for you or your loved one in the familiar comfort of home. I have worked as a special needs care provider for over 20 years and became a Certified Nurse Assistant and Home Health Aid in both Massachusetts and Vermont in 2016. I have worked with the elderly...

Care Member says "Sabrina is an extraordinarily capable and compassionate caregiver who provided service to my wife, diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, for approximately...

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Get To Know Me!

Amherst, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello, My name is Maya. I am a 21-year-old junior I am majoring in public health with a pre-med track in hope of becoming a pediatrician practitioner one day. I have always loved kids. I have about 4 years of experience working with kids of all ages. I have worked as an assistant educator at preschools, Babysat kids with CP,...

Narges R. says "Maya is a great caregiver! She is flexible and dependable. You can count on her for childcare, pet care, and helping people with disabilities. Highly...

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Fun And Passionate Sitter

Amherst, MA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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Hi! My name is Jenna and I am a senior psychology major at UMass Amherst. I was lucky enough to find my passion for working with kids at 13 years old, and have jumped at every opportunity to both teach and learn from kiddos ever since. I have been a camp counselor with 3-10-year-olds for five years, a swim instructor to...
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Amherst, MA

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$31/hr
7 years experience
I have lived in the USA for five years, immigrated from Brazil, now an American citizen. Coming from the field of journalism and facing a new reality here in this country, I discovered my passion in helping people. I decided to dedicate myself more to this field and I am currently studying a degree in Psycho-Pedagogy. My study...
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Amherst, MA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have the most experience working with kids and teens on the autism spectrum. I worked with two autistic boys in a preschool classroom setting when I was an assistant teacher, and I have taught musical theater in an after school program to kids with special needs. I also regularly babysit a girl with ADHD and food allergies. As...
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Sam 25 Years Old Caring Empath Here To Help

Amherst, MA

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$22/hr
4 years experience
I have been involved in special education since I was in middle school. Working with people with disabilities is my one true passion. Life isn't as full without it. I have an extensive background of working with kids as well.
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Special Needs

Amherst, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Providing loving and cautious care to individuals unable to care for themselves, is one of my passions. I am able to help with bathing, dressing, meal prep, feeding, helping to get ambulatory, companionship, meds, insulin injections, assisting with mobility, lifting, etc. I would love to meet with you to determine whether or...
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Reliable Childcare Provider With Experience In Special Needs Care

Amherst, MA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
Hi, I'm Olivia! I've been tutoring and babysitting since I was 12-years-old and am currently studying to become a Speech-Language Pathologist. I have experience working with children of all ages, including those with special needs, and would describe myself as dedicated, patient, and genuine. I grew up in a bilingual household...
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Babysitting/Nanny Role

Amherst, MA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Alexis! I am a current student at Umass Amherst. I am currently looking for a babysitting/nanny job for the upcoming summer. I have had past experience working as a swim instructor at Aqua-Tots Swim School for over 2 years. I have experience with children age ranges from 4 months-13 years old, including children...
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Sunderland, MA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I am a certified Special Education teacher. For 6 plus years I have had a boy who uses a feeding tube and wheel chair, not potty trained. I engage in activities to keep him involved. I also administer medications through the feeding tube. Lots of lifting and moving. I have had experience with severe autism in a residential...
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Amherst, MA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
My name is Bianca. I am CPR certified, have a car, and would love this opportunity. I currently work as a teacher in a school for children with developmental and physical disabilities. I worked as site program manager at a homeless shelter for two years prior. Before running the site, I worked full time as a daycare teacher for...
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Kind, Caring, Energetic Caregiver

Amherst, MA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hi my name is Isabelle and I am a rising sophomore at UMass Amherst studying Public Health with minors in sociology and Environmental Science. I was a co-founder of the Best Buddies chapter at Mansfield High School and a member of the Boltwood Project at my college. I am really passionate about disabilities awareness and...
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Amherst, MA

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$19/hr
Im a very supportive person and understand what's it's like to struggle with mental illness along with adhd that help to be put in someone with similar issues. With addition I have cared for people with different abilities such as blindness, anxiety, depression and being bedridden.
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Senior Care Provider/Companion

South Deerfield, MA

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$15/hr
Dementia
live-in home care
personal care
I have lived and worked with elderly people and adults with special needs in a community called Camphill Kimberton Hills in Pennsylvania. I'm familiar with administering medicine, helping people bathe, groom themselves and get dressed. I grew up without getting to know my grandparents, and greatly value the influence of elderly...
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Preschool Special Education Teacher

Hadley, MA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I have worked as a one to one aide in an extended school year program for children with disabilities for the past three summers, with kids with a variety of diagnoses including down syndrome, traumatic brain injury, emotional disturbance, and autism. I have also volunteered in various programs for children with disabilities, who...
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Amherst, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have worked with special needs children for three years now. I have worked with many families for babysitting children from newborns to 13 years of age. I have my own car and am totally flexible with times!
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Private Childcare Provider

Amherst, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
With 7+ years of experience with children and young adults of all abilities, I work hard to create a fun and engaging environment to enhance developmental growth. I have experience with CP, ASD, ADHD, and have experience with applied behavioral analysis and other forms of behavioral management.
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Amherst, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have always had an open mind and heart to those with special needs of any sort. I have family that is special needs, and my best friend of 11 years has been diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, Paranoid Schizophrenia, and is Manic Depressive. I do not hold anything against anyone and would like to pride myself in my patience...
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