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Tina C.

East Weymouth, MA

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 31 families in your area

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I have always had a passion for working with kids. I am available Monday- Friday , I worked as a EEC certified infant/ toddler teacher at a Preschool for a year. I have experience working with kids age ranging from infant to 7 yrs old. I have over 10 yrs experience. I am very interactive and outgoing. I have experience w/ home...

Care Member says "Tina is absolutely the best!!! We are so impressed with her level of professionalism. Tina is sweet, reliable and most importantly she is very...

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Jennifer L.

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)

from: $22/hr

1 year experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hello, my name is Jennifer and I'm a Boston native. I'm a kind, compassionate person, who finds joy in building a special relationship with whom I care for. Because of my outgoing and playful nature, I am easily able to connect with people. I'm vigilant and responsible when it comes to health and safety but I like to treat a...

Danice E. says "Jennifer watched our adult son with special needs during a wedding. She was easy to communicate with, very likable, professional and flexible. We highly...

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Anna Z.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Craft assistance

meal prep

light cleaning

swimming supervision

Hello! As a sitter, your child's safety and joy are my top priorities. I want to develop relationships with your kids. I want to see them laugh, smile and have fun. It would be such a privilege to be able to share these moments with your children. I have experience babysitting, being a live-in nanny for a 3 + 5-year-old, and...

Care Member says "Our one-year-old had a great time with Anna! She was caring and conscientious with him, a total natural. She was also reliable and responsive to our...

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Oksana S.

Special Needs Caregiver

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

8 years experience

I have 17 years of experience working in health care. I enjoy helping others with their needs. As a Home Health Aide I am familiar with health care requirements regarding fall prevention, Infection Control and Universal Precautions, Hand Washing technique, COVID-19 safety and precautions, emergency situations, weather emergency,...

Alex C. says "For the last few months, Oksana has been taking our autistic son for weekend activities, filling a critical part of his schedule, a task she does with...

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Tara L.

Weymouth, MA

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

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*Please Note: I Do Not Accept Payment via Care. com! -Hi My name is Tara. I have access to my own transportation. I have much experience working with young children and families of all ages. I am CPR & First Aid Certified, I have worked as a teacher for infant, toddlers, preschool, as well as school aged children for the past...

William M. says "Tara was great. Our daughter loved her. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to anyone"

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Judith B.

Dorchester, MA

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

9 years experience

I'm a teacher for 8 years and a mom and I'm a residential counselor for baycove human services, I love taking good care of others.

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Anna Z.

Sitter/Caregiver

Boston, MA

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

I grew up with a family friend who had a daughter with Down Syndrome. I had the opportunity to babysit her and to just spend time with her throughout the years. In high school I was in a club called Peer Connections, which focused on building relationships with students who had mental and/or physical special needs. I loved this...

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Robert H.

Everett, MA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

30 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Carpooling

grocery shopping

craft assistance

light cleaning

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

I have been working with families, helping to raise their children for close to 20 years now. I focus on engaging children in many activities and developing lasting relationships. I enjoy my work with children and take great pride in it. I am a fan of outdoor activities and I am familiar with many places to bring children for...

Lucille P. says "Robert is an extraordinary caretaker. He has a great range of creative and positive interpersonal skills, essential for caring for our son, whose is...

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Emily F.

Special Needs Provider

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)

from: $10/hr

3 years experience

I have worked with children with special needs for 5 years. I was a therapeutic support staff worker for two children at a camp. I helped with social skills and integrating them with their peers. I was a lead teacher at a school with children with ASD (autism) and other behavior disorders in a school setting. I have experience...

Ann H. says "Emily has been a great employee. She is wonderful in her interactions with children and the children really like her.She is responsible and always on time....

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Dianna F.

Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)

from: $29/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

meal prep

light cleaning

swimming supervision

For the past decade, I've dedicated myself to nurturing young minds and supporting families. My goal is to provide a safe and enriching environment where children can thrive. I have experience caring for children aged 0-11, specializing in toddlers and preschoolers. I am patient and calm. I follow the parents' lead when it comes...

Care Member says "Dianna is a gift. I cannot say enough wonderful things about her and about the kind, loving, patient, and proactive way she has cared for our child. Our...

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Robyn C.

Experienced Babysitter Of All Ages With Flexible Times And Transportation

East Weymouth, MA

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Carpooling

light cleaning

craft assistance

meal prep

travel

+ 1 more

20+ years experience, full-time nanny for multiple years and babysitter throughout years before. CPR and First Aid certified along with knowledge from child care courses and experience working alongside with early intervention. My goal is to teach and care for children while making it fun and enjoyable for them. I have...

Julia M. says "Robyn babysat for my two children (aged 8 months and 2.5 yrs) and my niece and nephew (aged 6 and 9) for a date night. She put the two older kids to bed...

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Odette W.

Quincy, MA

5.0(0)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

I have been working with special needs clients for over 10years now. I strongly understand them and am patient to assist them with every day duties.

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Sarah P.

Care For All Ages And All Abilities, Tutoring Offered, Part Time

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

In 2009 I began volunteering at in the Art department at a day program for adults with developmental disabilities. I immediately realized that this was something I wanted to continue doing. Since then I have worked at several day-hab facilities, including one which focused on teaching art to adults with behavioral challenges. I...

Sara F. says "Sarah came to watch my children once. They absolutely loved her! She entertained them the whole night and despite being allowed to have a movie night, I...

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Justine J.

Experienced Special Education Teacher With Masters Degree Available Full Time

Charlestown, MA

5.0(0)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

I have been working in the special education field for 12 years. I started working as a paraprofessional in a therapeutic school at 18. I ran my own classroom at 22. I have a Masters Degree and a wide range of experience. I'm young, energetic and looking to work with families who need my support. I am able to provide child care,...

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Tanisha M.

Quincy, MA

5.0(0)

from: $17/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

10+yrs experience in health care experience holy lift feeding cooking cleaning lifting overnights catheter bathing dressing etc

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Brittany C.

CNA HHA CPR Phlebotomist

Quincy, MA

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Below is a copy of my resume: Objective To obtain a higher position in the medical field, and further my education. Experience 2010-Present Best Of Care Quincy, MA CNA/HHA * Patient care * End of Life Care * Comfort Care 2009 Norwood Hospital Norwood, MA CNA/Geriatric Psych * Patient Care 2008-2010 North River Home Care...

Martin C. says "Brittany goes over and above what is asked of her. She is attuned to listening to the needs and wants of patients and their families always willing to...

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Mislene D.

Dedicated Healthcare Professional Who Loves Helping Others.

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

6 years experience

I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 6 years of professional caregiving experience supporting seniors and individuals with special needs. I provide attentive, respectful, compassionate care, always focusing on safety, comfort, and dignity. Certifications: CNA, HHA, CCA, CPR & First Aid, and Home Health Care (HHC)...

Care Member says "Mislene is an amazing Caregiver...She cared for my adult severely handicapped sister Elizabeth...She gave her the most thorough and loving care....

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Mary B.

Care Giver

Randolph, MA

4.0(0)

from: $15/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.

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Denzil P.

Passionate Caregiver And Father

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I am a proud father to a 24-year-old son who served 4 years in the US Navy, and attended public schools and was in the special education strand in elementary school. My son, Jajuan is currently a college student in Tokyo. I bring my experiences as a parent to my role as a passionate educator/childcare giver. I believe that I am...

Karen B. says "Denzil is the most caring, accommodating and helpful caregiver we have had for our adult son with CP, who has mobility issues. Denzil is always friendly,...

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Leonie C.

Mom Of Mentally Ill Son

Dorchester Center, MA

5.0(0)

from: $25/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Mom with years of advocacy for and care of a mentally ill child offers expertise and assistance. I am PATIENT and Kind. Let's talk.

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Tina C.

Tina is absolutely the best!!! We are so impressed with her level of professionalism. Tina is sweet, reliable and most importantly she is...

- Care member

Jennifer L.

Jennifer watched our adult son with special needs during a wedding. She was easy to communicate with, very likable, professional and...

- Danice E.

Anna Z.

Our one-year-old had a great time with Anna! She was caring and conscientious with him, a total natural. She was also reliable and...

- Care member

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Mattapan, MA

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Tina C.

Jennifer L.

Anna Z.

Oksana S.

Special Needs Caregiver

Tara L.

Judith B.

Anna Z.

Sitter/Caregiver

Robert H.

Emily F.

Special Needs Provider

Dianna F.

Robyn C.

Experienced Babysitter Of All Ages With Flexible Times And Transportation

Odette W.

Sarah P.

Care For All Ages And All Abilities, Tutoring Offered, Part Time

Justine J.

Experienced Special Education Teacher With Masters Degree Available Full Time

Tanisha M.

Brittany C.

CNA HHA CPR Phlebotomist

Mislene D.

Dedicated Healthcare Professional Who Loves Helping Others.

Mary B.

Care Giver

Denzil P.

Passionate Caregiver And Father

Leonie C.

Mom Of Mentally Ill Son

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Tina C.

Jennifer L.

Anna Z.

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