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Tracy J.

Attentive Caregiver, Educator And Companion

Newton Highlands, MA

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$30/hr
7 years experience
I primarily work with children with ASD/ ADHD and sensory processing disorders. I am a registered behavioral therapist (RBT/ABA). Informal training includes Erica Key's Learning Seeds social skills, JASPER play, speech, and occupational therapy. *I am not certified as a speech or OT, but have attended and worked closely with...
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Denzil P.

Caring And Committed Caregiver And Babysitter

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I provide tutoring and babysitting services to special needs students, after school and on weekends. I also provide PCA support to adults with spinal chord injury or have cerebral palsy. I also have a 26-year-old son - a US Navy veteran - who is currently away in college. I'm caring, patient and diligent.

Alysia A. says "Denzil was among the best caregivers we ever worked with to help with our severely autistic son. Denzil is warm, open, and energetic. He would take our...

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Isabelle S.

New Graduate Looking For Nannying Job In Boston (Trilingual, & Performing Arts Coach!)

South Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I'm a graduate of The New School in NYC and am moving to South Boston this month. I have years of experience with children, through nannying for various families, private coaching in performing arts, and group teaching experience. I am CPR certified, have taken care of children ages 6 months and up, and have volunteered in a...

Care Member says "Very good with kids, very down to earth, would highly recommend and honestly should’ve paid her more. She’s a gem of a human being, hire her!"

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Kerry Jo G.

Roslindale, MA

3.7(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I've worked with children of all ages, infants, children with special needs and allergies and have worked both full-time and part-time. I can also work on an as-needed basis. I am now in the dissertation writing phase of my Ph. D. and am looking for opportunities this summer, and into the fall. I am fully vaccinated and CPR and...

Simone R. says "Kerry Jo, was a delight and the children just loved her. Simone"

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Kathleen H.

Nanny, House Manager, Babysitter, Pet Sitter & House Sitter

Norwood, MA

4.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Kate. I'm 43 years old and live in Norwood, MA. I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old for children of all ages and needs, from infants to early teens. I've been working as a professional nanny and babysitter for over 12 years now. I have also worked for a center with children and adults with special needs. I...

Chonel P. says "I can't say enough positive things about Kate (or Katie as we call her!). We hired Katie to care for our then 12-week-old son when I was going back to...

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Mislene D.

Dedicated Healthcare Professional Who Loves Helping Others.

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
I have spent the past five years pursuing my passion to help others. I have completed a CCA , Home Health Aide Program and Nurse Aide Training Program and hope to use these skills to better the lives of my clients. I am proficient in English, Portuguese and Spanish.

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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Kenia C.

Nanny

Roslindale, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
As a mother of Four, considering my experience, my off springs have made me even more committed, responsible, flexible and very patient. Reliable and very detail oriented. Kindness at all time besides safety is number one priority. Willing to: visiting museums, libraries, outsides activities, arts and craft, board games, and...

Care Member says "We had Kenia full time from when our baby was 4mo until he was 20mo. Our son is now 2.5 yo and we still get Kenia's help intermittently. We don't know...

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Denia C.

Roxbury, MA

5.0(0)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, my name is Denia. I am dedicated compassionate care provider with 30 years experience promoting exceptional care to patients comfort. My experience entails: pain/medication management, mobility assistance, meal preparation, cooking, cleaning, offer companionship, and emotional support, toileting, incontinence care,...
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Leonie C.

Mom Of Mentally Ill Son

Dorchester Center, MA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 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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Emily F.

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have a lot of experience working with children. I was a camp counselor for children ages 2-12 for 3 years. I have ample experience working with children with special needs. I have worked in a school as a lead teacher for children with autism spectrum disorder, been a nanny for elementary school aged children for 2 years, and I...

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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Meti V.

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Meti! I'm a nurturing and experienced caregiver based in the Triangle area with over 10 years of hands-on childcare expertise, including working as a live-in caregiver. I specialize in supporting young children, creating safe, organized, and joyful environments, and have cared for kids with ADHD, adopted children, and...

Care Member says "Meti was wonderful with our boys and was able to jump in when we needed help at the last minute. Thanks Meti!"

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Emily F.

Special Needs Provider

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$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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Kaitlin S.

Babysitter

Wayland, MA

4.5(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
A little bit about myself. I'm 28 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...

Katie W. says "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...

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Alicia N.

Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
home modification
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have 16+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care , Personal Care and Special needs, and Companionship. I have been a Geriatric caregiver since 2005 I worked for my company for 6 yrs and been a private caregiver for 10 yrs. Am very compassionate, patience, understanding and easy to talk to. I have a very humorous side...

Diana O. says "My family hired Alicia to care for my 88 year old dad after a bad fall. She was extremely caring and helpful and did a great job with him. I would hirely...

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Hannah M.

Babysitter

Allston, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have so much experience with special needs children. I have volunteered in special needs classrooms for five years, volunteered as a day camp counselor for two years at a special needs camp and worked as a camp counselor at a special needs summer camp for six summers. I have experience with many special needs, such as Autism,...

Jenna V. says "Hannah worked for us a few months. We have a six-year-old with Autism who is home schooled. Her basic responsibilities were doing assignments (assigned by...

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Flor M.

Part Time Care Provider

Newton Center, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
AVAILABLE -RESPONSIBLE RESPECTFUL WITH EXPERIENCE AND GREAT REFERENCES I am a HHA/CNA /CPA with 10 yrs of experience and good references. CPR certified. I have worked with babies, kids, teens, young adults, adults (with special needs) and elderly . Different health conditions. I can assist with ADL's , medication, treatments,...

Lauren S. says "Flor was an incredible caregiver to my 95 year old mother . She was wonderful in every way .She is highly skilled, compassionate,trustworthy and showed...

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Ariana R.

Fun And Loving Nanny!

Newton Center, MA

5.0(1)
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$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a student from Newton currently going into my fourth year at McGill University, and am spending my third summer on island. I have experience nannying and in childcare at two private Montessori schools in Newton, in addition to being a nanny on island for three families in the past years. I am a very creative, outgoing,...

Risa N. says "Ariana is the kindest, most reliable, most fun babysitter ever! She is constantly thinking up fabulous activities for our 2.5 year old daughter. She is...

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Jessica M.

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello! I graduated with a BA in Special Education from Boston University, and hold a masters degree from UMass Boston and a teaching license in Moderate Disabilities, grades 5-12. I work at Perkins School for the Blind as a teacher for deafblind students. I have 10 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities...

Chris R. says "Jessica is a remarkable care giver. Experienced, highly skilled, patient centered, and a strong communicator."

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Sarah A.

Weston, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello families! I have an extensive background working with young children, and I am an Elementary and Special Needs education major at Syracuse University. I have babysat for several years, worked at a summer camp for two years, worked at a preschool for a semester, as well as volunteered at a special needs horseback riding...

Amanda C. says "Sarah is a sweetheart of a person whom the kids gravitate to. She has watched my two nieces (ages 4 and 7) on a variety of occasions and was a pleasure to...

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Moya K.

Live-Out Nanny, Babysitter, Child Minder

Norwood, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certified; I love being creative and singing, exploring nature, things like that. I have years of experience providing exceptional care to children aged infant to 15; I am proficient in communicating with children at different developmental stages, ability to assist children with school...
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Special Needs Caregivers in Newton Highlands, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Denzil P.

Denzil was among the best caregivers we ever worked with to help with our severely autistic son. Denzil is warm, open, and energetic. He...

- Alysia A.

Isabelle S.

Very good with kids, very down to earth, would highly recommend and honestly should’ve paid her more. She’s a gem of a human being, hire...

- Care member

Kerry Jo G.

Kerry Jo, was a delight and the children just loved her. Simone

- Simone R.

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