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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

swimming supervision

light cleaning

meal prep

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 one day old through 5 I specializing in new-borns and toddlers, patient and calm. I follow the parents' lead...

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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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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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

travel

swimming supervision

light cleaning

meal prep

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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Katie K.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Carpooling

swimming supervision

meal prep

craft assistance

travel

+ 1 more

I recently graduated from Ithaca College in NY. I now live in Cambridge. I love children and would love to help out as much as you need it when I am free! I swam and rowed Varsity in college, and I am a very active person. I love children and have been babysitting neighbors and family members for years. I have been a nanny...

Ashley D. says "Katie is AMAZING! She nannied for our three-year-old for three months. Katie is extremely patient and caring, responsible, fun, and flexible. She truly...

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Lande P.

Caregiver

Malden, MA

5.0(0)

from: $30/hr

5 years experience

I am a Nursing student expecting to be graduated in December 2021. I am a certified Home Health Aide. My motivation for Nursing is a spiritually rewarding day in and day out. Being a Nurse is my passion. I knew nursing was a good fit for me because my personality tends is to help those who are suffering and make a great impact...

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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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Shannon G.

Pediatric RN

Malden, MA

5.0(0)

from: $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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Sarah S.

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Carpooling

swimming supervision

meal prep

grocery shopping

travel

+ 1 more

Nurturing children comes naturally to me, and I have spent the last seven years devoted to their care and well-being. My college degree, coupled with Early Child Development coursework, has provided me with a strong foundation. I am comfortable caring for up to three children of various ages, from infants to pre-teens. I am...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Sahara if you are looking for a nanny in the Providence area! She was easy to communicate and schedule with, and worked so well with...

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Paige S.

Wellesley, MA

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Nurturing children and watching them blossom has always been a passion of mine. For the past 10+ years, I've had the joy of providing care for children aged newborn to teens. My graduate degree and work experiences has provided me with a strong foundation in child development. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I enjoy...

Angelica C. says "She was really nice and patient with my daughter."

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Ashley B.

Full/Part Time Nanny

Melrose, MA

5.0(1)

from: $22/hr

10 years experience

Carpooling

swimming supervision

meal prep

craft assistance

travel

+ 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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Denzil P.

Caring And Committed Caregiver And Babysitter

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)

from: $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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Melissa I.

Creative Childcare Provider Seeking Nanny Position Close To Water Town.

Medford, MA

5.0(0)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

My Qualifications: -10+ Years experience in childcare/nanny various ages. - Certified Respite Care Provider for Children w Autism. - Loves engaging Children in creative arts. -Big fan of outdoor activities - Creative, Patient, and Flexible. - Non-Smoker/ and health conscious - Loves Museums/History/and Art. - Excellent...

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Anya L.

Dorchester Center, MA

5.0(1)

from: $32/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Light cleaning

Nurturing young minds is truly a passion of mine. My decade of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11 years has solidified my commitment to fostering their growth and development. I am patient, creative, and friendly, and I strive to provide a safe and stimulating environment for every child in my care. I hold a...

Courtney F. says "Anya was the full-time caregiver to our infant son for close to a year. Anya traveled via public transportation, yet was always punctual, if not early....

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Hannah M.

Babysitter

Allston, MA

5.0(1)

from: $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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Kaitlin S.

Babysitter

Wayland, MA

4.5(1)

from: $27/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Carpooling

travel

meal prep

craft assistance

light cleaning

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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Ariana R.

Fun And Loving Nanny!

Newton Center, MA

5.0(1)

from: $38/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Carpooling

swimming supervision

meal prep

craft assistance

travel

+ 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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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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Rafael V.

Melrose, MA

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Psychologist by degree love to deal with all kind of patients. Positive attitude makes the difference for a good progress. Licensed CNA - 4 years experience with elderly patients with different diagnosis. Large experience with patients with Chronic pain disease related, pain management, dementia, and depression. MAP (medication...

Beth S. says "We have been very grateful to hire Rafael to mentor my son who is on the spectrum and has other psychiatric diagnoses. Rafael is extremely professional,...

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Alma M.

Experienced, Bilingual, Loving, Fun And Dependable Professional Nanny

Winchester, MA

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

17 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

travel

craft assistance

swimming supervision

Hello! I'm a kind, compassionate caregiver from Panama. As the oldest sibling, caregiving has been part of my life from early on. I have over 17 years of experience working with children of all ages-from newborns to teens-including those with special needs. I've worked internationally as an Au Pair and nanny in Spain, Panama,...

Cristina D. says "Alma helped us care for our daughter from about 1 to 1.5 years old. We ended up moving from the city which is why we couldn't keep Alma on as our...

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Nancy D.

Part-time Babysitter Available

Natick, MA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Carpooling

craft assistance

swimming supervision

Hi Everyone, my name is Nancy and here is a Bio of what I have to offer, I will keep it short. I have been taking care of children for over 20 years. Typical and Special needs. I can help out with almost anything. I love cooking and baking, I have lots of energy if needed, for those high energy children. I was a recreation...

Liza H. says "Nancy is a super responsible, caring and fun babysitter who understands 'boy energy'. My sons enjoyed spending time with Nancy. I felt very confident in...

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Dianna F.

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...

- Care member

Brittany C.

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...

- Martin C.

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

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