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Allie M.

Behavior Technician

Lynnfield, MA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have been passionate about working with individuals with special needs from a very young age. In high school I taught swim lessons to children on the Autism Spectrum and since then have gone on to obtain my bachelors of science in Psychology which aids my current role as a Behavior Technician. Here, I work with individuals 1:1...
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Toni G.

Lynnfield, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have cared for the elderly for many years They're needs have given me experience in may facets of care. But what started me in this field was helping my friend care for her daughter who was physically and mentally handicapped. It was one of the greatest things I've ever done .
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Kaitlin M.

Lynnfield, MA

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Hi there! I'm Kaitlin! I've been working with children and families for a little under 9 years now. While, I have experience with all ages, most of my experience is with infants and toddlers. I received my BS in developmental psychology from Wheelock College in 2014, and have worked as a lead infant and toddler teacher. I am...
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Loren F.

Lynnfield, MA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
I have a 14-year-old brother with Autism whom I've cared for, and I've worked with special needs kids throughout high school. I also cared for a child with Asperger's before leaving for school. My experience has given me patience, understanding, and a deep passion for supporting children with unique needs.
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Olivia B.

Part-time Care Giver Available

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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...

Amy B. says "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...

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Lindsey C.

Woburn, MA

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Looking to make a difference in someone's life by helping them with their daily needs. I am an experienced Home Health Aide and am CPR certified. Please reach out to me and we can talk about your needs and how I can be of help. I look forward to hearing from you! Lindsey :)
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Shannon G.

Pediatric RN

Malden, MA

5.0(0)
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$45/hr
4 years experience
Hi everyone! I am a Pediatric RN with 4 years of experience on an infant/toddler step down critical care unit. I have experience in: -prematurity -tracheostomies -ng tubes -G tubes -J tubes -central lines -changing -feeding -PN and lipids -ostomies -OEIS -spit fistulas -Straight catheterization -foleys -injections -all...
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Ana M.

Hey

Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! I'm Ana , Certificate as a Medical assistant and First Aid and CPR with over five years of experience , also over 5 years nannying/babysitting children from the ages of two weeks to 12 years old, including kids with special needs . I cared for a child for many years and had many positive outcomes and learned many...

Chizoba U. says "Ana was with us for a few months and helped care for our 3 girls under 6 years old. She was very patient with our kids and helped ensure their needs were...

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Ivone R.

Everett, MA

4.8(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I already took care of children from 2 months to 10 years. Plus I do have experience with children with special needs.

Care Member says "I cannot say enough good things about Ivone! The biggest thing is that she truly cares about my daughter. I always feel confident in her ability to show...

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Jenna H.

Always Putting A Smile On Your Face

North Reading, MA

5.0(1)
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$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
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Hello, my name is Jenna! I am a dedicated childcare professional with a passion for nurturing children and supporting families. My journey began as a teenager when I worked as a full-time summer teacher in a daycare infant room, caring for babies as young as 13 weeks old. At 19 I became a paraprofessional with special needs...

Care Member says "Jenna perpetually exhibited outstanding care of my son always going above and beyond. She has a wealth of knowledge in her field of expertise and I...

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Sophie J.

Wilmington, MA

5.0(0)
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$40/hr
5 years experience
Hi families, I'm a licensed Occupational Therapist who also holds a bachelor's degree in child development and developmental psychology. I have about 10 years of experience working with children ages 1. 5 to 10 years old. My previous experience as a preschool teacher, lead teacher, after-school teacher, and skills trainer (ABA...
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Esterlin Z.

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been babysitting for 4 years now. I am certified in first aid, CPR, special needs education. I have my CDA and 5 years of teaching experience. I bring a wealth of knowledge to ensure the well-being and growth of your children. I prioritize safety above all else, and I am responsible, understanding, and determined to take...

Care Member says "Iam giving Esterlin 5 stars because of the hard work and dedication she puts into caring for our little ones. She’s very detailed oriented,...

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Lauren P.

Part-time Caregiver, Nanny, Babysitter, Etc.

Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a Speech-Language Pathologist who works with children of all ages with a variety of needs. I am looking to nanny part-time in addition to my role as a speech-language pathologist.

Natalie D. says "Lauren is amazing and has been a great addition to our family. She made a huge difference and contributed to my 2 year old son like no one else did. His...

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Paul M.

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
4 years experience
I am an experienced, compassionate LPN/LvN, with experience in working both in critical care , rehabilitation and long time care patients I have also have experience working with special needs individuals and I am trained in dementia and Hospice care.

Care Member says "Paul did an absolutely spectacular job with my dad who was 93 years old and suffering from in operable bone cancer. My dad was in considerable pain and...

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Ashley B.

Full/Part Time Nanny

Melrose, MA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have worked with children for 13+ years in a variety of roles, including assistant dance instructor, children's counselor at recreational programs, lead infant teacher in a childcare center, and most recently as a full-time nanny. I completed coursework in child growth and development, children with special needs, child...

Katie S. says "My daughters (2 years & 6 months) love when Ashley comes to babysit. Ashley always has fun activities planned and is focused 100% on my girls the whole...

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Kimberly M.

Behavioral Therapist With Experience With Seniors

Wenham, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
3 years experience
Mobility assistance
companionship
personal care
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi, I work as a clinical ABA supervisor with special needs children. I also work part time with the elderly - specializing in companionship, meal preparation, overnight care for those with physical limitations and/or dementia. I am experienced, very patient, and capable.

Peter R. says "Kim has been an amazing caregiver for our elderly father who has dementia for almost two years now and we cannot recommend her highly enough! She is...

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Karina C.

Andover, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
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Emily A.

Energetic Teacher On Summer Break!

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Science teacher in Douglas, MA with experience as an EMT and PCA for 3+ years. Looking forward to connecting!

Katrina F. says "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...

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Laura B.

Experienced And Joyful Early Childhood Educator

Beverly, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a licensed early childhood educator with 13 years experience in a number of diverse educational environments, including working with children with severe special needs in both residential and classroom settings. I also taught integrated preschool (3-early 5s) in Salem MA for three years, and kindergarten in Newburyport MA...

Faith H. says "Laura is a responsible, kind, caring, attentive and fun caregiver. My children (ages 8,4 and 1) LOVE her and get so excited when they know she will be...

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Gabriela C.

Experienced Nanny Available

Stoneham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Gabriela and I am a 26-year-old career nanny! I have nannied for over 6 years; as a live-in nanny, a daytime nanny for multiple children and as a PCA for a toddler with limited abilities. I have worked with children ages ranging from newborn to 12 years old. I have worked with multiple children with special needs &...

Mayank J. says "Gabriela did a great job taking care of our children, would surely hire her again or recommend her! She was punctual and flexible."

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Olivia B.

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

- Amy B.

Ana M.

Ana was with us for a few months and helped care for our 3 girls under 6 years old. She was very patient with our kids and helped ensure...

- Chizoba U.

Ivone R.

I cannot say enough good things about Ivone! The biggest thing is that she truly cares about my daughter. I always feel confident in her...

- Care member

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