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Lysa Y.

Mature Woman , With Over30 Years Experience With Children And Household Management.Full Time

Framingham, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
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I am a Mother , Teacher , nanny , and work with Kids in my community. Over 30 years experience. Fun ! Cool! And progressive! And a great cook!!! I have 10 years working with Teenagers with cognitive disabilities ex: ADHD, Depression, defiance and trauma , Cerebral , etc. I have work with kids my whole life. Infants Preschool...

Lorianne P. says "Lysa has been an incredible help to us. She has a positive attitude and is always looking for ways to help us run our household ,or manage our family....

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Belmont, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. With 13 years of experience, I offer families a reliable and enriching childcare option. My background includes a college degree and coursework in Early Child Development (ECD). I am comfortable caring for up to four children at a time. I'm also certified in First Aid...

Care Member says "Hi. My name is Carline. Khadeja is very, reliable, flexible,compassionate and loving. She was a caregiver for my niece and nephew. She took great...

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Framingham, MA

5.0(1)
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$32/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
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I work as a special needs teacher in a early childhood center in the public school system, and I'm open for temporary/recurrent positions for weekends / date nights (Friday-Sunday). I speak Portuguese/English fluently, and speak intermediate Spanish; I worked as a teacher in different classroom settings, from infant to 4th...

Abagael S. says "Vitoria has really helped my son develop his language and communication skills and is fun, energetic, and kind!"

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Part-time Nanny/ Babysitter

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old. Not only have I cared for neighbors children, but I also have 4 nephews and 2 nieces who I have also cared for (now ranging from 5 months to 18 years old). I also have a younger sister (four years younger than me) who is special needs who I have been caring for my entire life. I...

Brandy M. says "Jilian is currently providing child care and assistance with remote learning for my son. She is wonderful and we are happy to have her."

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Student Clinician In Graduate School For Speech Language Pathology

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
I am a licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist. My interests include working with children and students with a variety of delays/disorders such as Autism, Down Syndrome, and other developmental, cognitive and/or intellectual disabilities.

Peter G. says "Works well with special needs children, has good teaching skills. I am planning on using her as often as I can."

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Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience
I have had a passion for working with students with special needs since I was very young. I'm high school I worked in the special needs classroom 2 periods a day, babysat for a boy with autism and a girl with Down syndrome, and was a provider through the state of Ohio my senior year of high school

Sue M. says "Look No More! You Won't Be Disappointed! Erin is truly a model caregiver. She provides outstanding care for those with special needs! We have a special needs...

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Medfield, MA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have over a decade of experience and comfort caring for children of all ages. As a licensed foster parent through DCF, I am also regularly background checked and receive trainings on healthy communication, trauma informed practices, and child development. I am comfortable caring for sibling sets and special needs children,...
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Chestnut Hill, MA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am an energetic and experienced individual who loves working with kids! From your everyday babysitting care to serving as a personal aid for children with special needs - I have done it all! As I am a college student, my availability is subject to change but please reach out so we can find times that best suit you and your...
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Open Availability All Summer!

West Newton, MA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Prudence and I am a college Junior. I have been babysitting for multiple families on and off for many years. I have primarily worked with children ages 1-12, including those with special needs. I have a driver's license and a lot of energy and would love to help out in any way I can!
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Brookline, MA

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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Hello! My name is Charlotte, and I am a senior at Biola University in La Mirada, CA where I am majoring in Psychology! I have been babysitting for nearly 7 years now for various families and I have also worked as an ABA technician, working with children with severe special needs. Additionally, I've babysat for my younger cousins...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Brighton, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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A little about me: I am 34 years old and currently working as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with children with special needs at an educational setting and have experience being a full-time nanny for children anywhere from 3 months-15 years. In the past I have also worked inpatient with children with psych diagnoses at...
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Chestnut Hill, MA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Bella. I'm currently taking time off from Boston College to make sure I'm choosing the right path before returning to school. I'm also working toward my personal training certification and real estate license. I'm certified in CPR, First Aid, lifeguarding, and water safety instruction, and I have 10+ years of experience...
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Watertown, MA

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I am a nanny of 5 years and I was also previously a Special Needs Teaching Assistant and After School Teacher. I have experience with children aged 2 months through 17 years old. I also have experience taking care of multiple kids at the same time. In my previous role, I took care of 4 kids aged 1, 4, 9, and 11 years old...
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Framingham, MA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
For six years, I've had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. My approach is patient, calm, and creative. I believe in fostering a fun and educational environment through outdoor play, games, and learning activities. I currently work with special needs children in a school setting! I have about...
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Boston, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Rakefet, and I'm a sophomore mathematics major at Northeastern University. I've spent the past five years caring for children from infancy through early teens as both a part-time and occasional nanny. My experience includes supporting children with special needs, preparing meals, helping with homework, managing...
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Brighton, MA

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$37/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a certified teacher with seven years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development and believe in creating a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing games, reading stories, and exploring the...
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Allston, MA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Dedicated professional with a strong background in hospitality and experience working alongside personal assistants for high-net-worth individuals. I am eager to transition into a personal or family assistant role, offering exceptional organizational skills and a passion for supporting families. I have extensive experience...
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Boston, MA

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
As a caregiver, my creative and friendly nature, coupled with two years of experience, allows me to provide a fun and nurturing environment for your child. My passion for fostering children's growth has been enhanced through my experience of helping raise my younger siblings, one with special needs and my families experience...
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Babysitter

Allston, MA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
My interests are definitely with special needs children. I have been a camp counselor at special needs camp and have been responsible for children with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Prader-Wili syndrome and more! I have also babysat typically developing children of all ages. I have been a babysitter for six years.
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'Baby Whisperer'

Jamaica Plain, MA

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$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
Hi! I am a mature woman with a Masters degree in Educational Technology and vast experience in babysitting. I have worked with kids with special needs and am a third generation 'baby whisperer.' I have been working in corporate backup care through Bright Horizons for over 50 families in the Boston area. When the weather...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Needham, MA

Special Needs Caregivers in Needham, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Lysa Y.

Lysa has been an incredible help to us. She has a positive attitude and is always looking for ways to help us run our household ,or manage...

- Lorianne P.

Khadeja R.

Hi. My name is Carline. Khadeja is very, reliable, flexible,compassionate and loving. She was a caregiver for my niece and nephew. She...

- Care member

Vitoria G.

Vitoria has really helped my son develop his language and communication skills and is fun, energetic, and kind!

- Abagael S.

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