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Nicole E.

Newton, MA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with children and adults with various special and medical needs throughout my career spanning 2 decades.
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Angela D.

I'm A 42 Old Girl With A Kid Soul Who Likes To See The Sunset And Enjoy The Simplicity Of Life.

Newton, MA

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$28/hr
9 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I love to be around kids and elderly you can learn a lot from them. I worked with special needs kids as well, if you wanna know more about me give me a call please.
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Kenene O.

Newton, MA

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am from Vermont! Currently live in Newton, MA. I am super outgoing and very much a people person's. I have a lot of experience in childcare. I have experience caring for kids with special needs . I am not currently in school. I have always love carrying for people so nannying is a way I can do that while I choose what...
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Jane R.

Part-Time Caregiver

Newton, MA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
My 20 years of experience in handling special needs and regular children, training of teachers and others in East Africa makes me a good 'fit' for the vacant position in your program. In addition, I have wide international exposure and participation on programs tailored to meet the challenges faced by children with developmental...
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Jennifer L.

Part Time Caregiver

Newton, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I have my Masters in Early Childhood Education and have worked with children for 10 years. I know have two children of my own, one with an ASD diagnosis. I have personal experience with ASD and other disabilities.
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Ramzia O.

Full-time Nanny With 25 Years Of Childcare Experience

Newton, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I was a Physics and Mathematics middle school teacher for 3 years in my home country of Afghanistan, and moved to Boston in 1992. After spending some years raising my children, I started working as an assistant teacher with toddler-age children at a local preschool in Newton. Over my 25 years at the school, I took courses and...
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Alicia N.

Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
home modification
errands
dementia
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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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Jessica G.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I am 46 years old and have been taking care of children for 30+ years. I have dedicated my life to making a difference in the lives of children. I love them, and love doing all the things that children love to do (play, games, crafts, etc) My biggest goal is to give children the opportunity to grow and learn at their own pace,...

Ali M. says "Our family has known Jess for 12 years and she has babysat our 2 daughters from toddler through preteen ages and was phenomenal with them at all ages. She is...

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Nicole C.

Reliable

Somerville, MA

3.6(1)
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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I have experience with twins, add/adhd, and special needs. I have experience also with children 5 months old and up. Also available short notice!

Care Member says "We hired Nicole to watch my elderly mom with dementia and she was nothing short of amazing! She was always a few minutes early and had the patients of a...

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Leah H.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! I am a speech language pathologist and I'm looking for some date night/weekend babysitting opportunities as well as pet sitting and dog walking. I live in Beacon Hill and don't have a car, but I'd be happy to take public transportation or walk anywhere within a reasonable distance. I'm usually home from work M-F by...

Michael M. says "I cannot say enough good things about Leah as a person and as a nanny. Our daughter M adores Leah and is constantly asking for her when she is not...

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Jacirah F.

Caregiver/Tutor Available

Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I've always had a passion for working with children, I have over 6 years experience in childcare including working in daycare centers, teaching preschool, and being a full time nanny. I worked as an assistant teacher for over 3 years, earning my CPR and First Aid certifications through them. Working as a floater in daycares made...

Nicole C. says "Jacirah is very nice and friendly. My child was immediately comfortable with her and I felt at ease, I would definitely be using her as a consistent...

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Megan D.

Energetic Part-Time Nanny/Evening Babysitter With 7+ Years Experience

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have been a full-time nanny for the past 10+ years and part-time nanny/yoga teacher before that. I am caring, optimistic, and actively engage with children and have worked with newborns to 16 years, including children with special needs and multiples. References available upon request.

Amy D. says "Megan is great. The kids love her because she is so fun. I love her because she is so dependable. "

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Robert H.

Everett, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
30 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 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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Angela I.

Experienced Montessori- Special Needs- Teacher- Available Now

West Newton, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, I am a Montessori Kindergarten teacher with a master's degree in Montessori childhood education. I have over 10 years of experience in the education field and babysitting jobs. I have worked with kids ranging from 6 months to 12 years of age. I speak English and Spanish, love working with kids and enjoy helping them with...

Nick C. says "Angela is dedicated, hard working, and gives 100% to everything she does. She has also been kind enough to help me improve my Spanish skills, and I have...

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Cherylann S.

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello my name is Cherylann.. I have been a foster mother for the state of mass. I've been working with kids my entire life, been a foster mother for the state of Ma.. worked as a preschool teachers aid for nine years, worked for a overnight nanny service which was extensive training. I have had CPR and first aid training ....

Jeremiah M. says "Cherylann goes above and beyond, and really cares about the children she works with. Our daughter absolutely loves her and any family would be lucky to...

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Rashidah N.

Stoneham, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience
Respite care
personal care
hospice services
errands
dementia
Reliable Private Duty Caregiver with experience of 6 years I am very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Great at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong support with a client. Specialized in elderly and special needs patients. Certified in first aid,...

Avain R. says "Rashidah did a fantastic job managing the conflict that always came up during the care-taking of my 80 year old Father. well Conflict is inevitable,...

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Livi R.

Hands Down - Best Baby Sitter Ever!

Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
As someone who began caring for my siblings at a very young age, including a sibling who has behavioral issues, ADHD, and special needs - it was only natural that as soon as I turned 13, I began babysitting and nannying for neighbors. I have always loved children and I am dedicating my future career to helping children and...

Ashley R. says "Livi is wonderful! My two girls, 1.5 & 4.5 adore her. She is thoughtful, punctual, organized, and she always engages the girls in activities. My 4.5 year...

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Erin M.

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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Rachel Y.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
As a freshman in college, I have been babysitting for about 5 years now in cities in the Boston area, such as Medford, Winchester, Woburn, and Arlington. I have babysat children ranging from infants to middle-schoolers, and everything in between. I am very friendly and bond extremely well with young children. I have babysat...
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Emonie P.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Emonie. A North Carolina native who recently moved to Massachusetts. I have over 10 years of childcare experience ranging from infants to school-aged, including special needs. I've worked in daycare and school settings and have also spent many years babysitting and nannying for a lot of of families I had to leave...

Care Member says "Miss Emonie is the best nanny! She worked with my family for over a year with my 2 daughters. One was only 6 months and the other 7 yrs old. I could...

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Alicia N.

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...

- Diana O.

Jessica G.

Our family has known Jess for 12 years and she has babysat our 2 daughters from toddler through preteen ages and was phenomenal with them at...

- Ali M.

Nicole C.

We hired Nicole to watch my elderly mom with dementia and she was nothing short of amazing! She was always a few minutes early and had the...

- Care member

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