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Julia K.


Northborough, MA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Hello Friends! My Name Is Julia And I Am Excited To Get To Know New Kids:)

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I'd describe my personality as outgoing and empathetic. I like working with kids because I see the innocence in young children. By nature, kids are resilient, creative, and imaginative. Working with kids has always put a smile on my face. I'm looking for a job that allows me to connect with children in a way that allows me...
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Amanda B.


Northborough, MA

$19-20/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello, I'm Amanda! Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter who I looked up to. I try to carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work as a nanny. My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life. I love...
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Kyleigh S.


Marlborough, MA

$37/hr4 yrs exp

I Will Care For Your Kiddos As If They Were My Family!

5.0

(2)

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Hi! I'm Kyleigh and I'm 21! I am a certified daycare teacher in Marlborough! I have cared for many different family's ranging from newborn to 12 years old. Children with special needs and a set of twins! I have no problem helping with household tasks such as errands, cleaning, cooking, laundry, etc! I have my own transportation,...
5.0
"Kyleigh is an amazing caregiver and is like family to us now! Kyleigh cared for our 3 girls (infant, 4 & 5 year old) full time for 9 months before she became a teacher. Kyleigh is punctual, a good communicator,...

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Bendu S.


Worcester, MA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have 10+ years experience caring for individuals with special needs. This field has brought me to know family. I enjoy working and making long lasting relationship.
5.0
"Bendu has been the most wonderful help for my sister who has special needs! She is great with communication, has lots of experience, and willing to help with any needs my sister has including assisting with...

Reviewed by Joanna B.

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Samantha A.


Worcester, MA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello! My name is Samantha. I have been on and off babysitting and nannying for just over 5 years. I am 23 years old and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I have experience working with children with special needs as I have been working for the past year with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and I am...
5.0
"Sam is wonderful nanny! She was great with my 2 children (3 and 7). She helped with remote learning and had fun with the kids. The playroom was always clean and she helped out with housework as well. We would...

Reviewed by Stacey F.

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Talita L.


Shrewsbury, MA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi my name is Talita and I've always loved working with kids! I have two siblings of my own, one of which I basically raised growing up. Besides that I have years of experience working for a family with twins. I would pick the girls up from school everyday and spend the weekends with them based on their mothers needs. I also...
5.0
"Talita is the best babysitter we’ve ever had. She started babysitting our twin girls when she was 16 but then she moved to Florida. Up to this day, every time we are in Florida we call her up to stay with us!...

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Frank S.


North Grafton, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Giver With Special Needs Experience

4.2

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I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I am also a professional chef and a parent. What better combination could you get in a caregiver! Since retiring I have provided child care for several families, including homeschooling a 3rd and 8th...
5.0
"Frank has been a great addition to our family. He is kind, caring, patient and understanding. I am a single mom and Frank came on board to help out with after school care for my now 9 and 14 year old...

Reviewed by Nicole G.

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Renee D.


Worcester, MA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

4.5

(8)

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Hi, my name is Renee! I have 6 years of professional experience with children, including three years of daycare/preschool work and three years of working one on one with special needs children. I love working with children because they have such a fresh outlook on life and remind me to enjoy the little things. I am a patient,...
5.0
"Renee helped us out with childcare and transportation early in the morning. We are new to the area and I was extremely nervous about hiring someone that we did not know, but she very understanding, provided...

Reviewed by Laurie G.

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Frank S.


North Grafton, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Child Care

5.0

(3)

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I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I can help boost your child's social and academic development and can run facilitated play groups with friends. I have experience with a broad range of special needs and have been told I have a calm and...
5.0
"Frank has worked with my daughter, who has special needs, over the years. She has always enjoyed spending time with him. He is soft spoken, kind, and has a caring heart. As a parent it's great to find someone...

Reviewed by Wendy W.

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Jennifer B.


Marlborough, MA

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Educator

5.0

(2)

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I'm a 25-year-old Special Educator deeply committed to guiding individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I am reliable, communicative, and charismatic. I have 10 years of nanny experience. I am a third-year Instructor, have 8 years of retail experience, and have been in private tutoring for 1 year. I'm currently seeking a...
5.0
"My son loves having Jennifer as a babysitter. She is very nice and GREAT with kids. I don't think I can find anything negative to say. All around great person and I am happy to say that I will be having her...

Reviewed by Zachary H.

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Renee C.


Marlborough, MA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(3)

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I'm 35 years old, living in Marlborough Ma. I am very motivated and treat all kiddos like my own! I'm seeking a full time position. I have 15-17 years professional experience in childcare of all ages, in school and at the home. I am CPR/first aid certified, as well as certified to work in special needs (RBT). I have a valid...
3.0
"When Renee was with our child she took excellent care of her. Had wonderful activities and games even though our child was not even one yet. However she struggled to come on time in the morning and often called...

Reviewed by Annika B.

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Claudia P.


Marlborough, MA

$25-43/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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I am 55 years old, I am a great mother. I am a caring, responsible person and I love to work with kids. I love to play outdoors, read, do projects, play board games, etc. I have worked as a nanny for 4 families. Also have experience with special need children and adults. I have great references from the families. My goal is to...
5.0
"Claudia has been taking care of my 2-year-old daughter for about six months. She is a wonderful, caring, responsible, and energetic caregiver. She has been very flexible about my occasional late evenings at...

Reviewed by Rachel R.

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Kimberly F.


Shrewsbury, MA

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Just A Bit About Me!

5.0

(3)

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Here's a little bit about me! I was an assistant teacher in an infant room at a daycare. I worked with babies from 3 months to 18 months. I was also a nanny for a 2 y. o who just recently moved to Texas. I have also completed the care course and an infant to toddler development course. I am also CPR and first aid certified. I...
5.0
"Took care of my 2 kids, amazing, friendly, sweet, and compassionate. Still friends to this day. All her kids are sweethearts and help out as well with the kids. Terrific family and caretaker. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Maura P.


Hopkinton, MA

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Maura's Mission

5.0

(4)

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Hello there! I have been caring for children for over 35 years, special needs for 25 and was an ABA technician in the public school sector working with children with ASD for 18. The last 2 yrs I have been counseling in middle school for children with anxiety, depression, and other mental health, concerns. . I raised 3 wonderful...
5.0
"Maura has been working with special needs children as an ABA for over 20 years in the public school system. She would be an asset to any family, she is dedicated, caring, trustworthy and hard working. Maura...

Reviewed by Maddy G.

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Jack G.


Marlborough, MA

$22-27/hr2 yrs exp

ABA-Trained Nanny/Babysitter/Special Needs Specialist

5.0

(2)

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My name is Jack. I graduated in 2021 with a degree in psychology from Endicott College and currently work afternoons doing ABA therapy with young children. I am ABA trained and have five years of psychological work experience. I also have over 10 years of babysitting and nanny experience. I have worked for KEY Autism Services,...
5.0
"Jack has a great rapport with my son, who has ASD and many other challenges. Jack is kind, funny, smart and dependable!"

Reviewed by Roger H.

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Esther S.


Marlborough, MA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

ABA Therapy, Special Needs Assistant

3.7

(3)

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Am a hardworking female with 9 years of experience with people with special needs Help them with their daily activities , transport them for their appointments
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Sierra O.


Worcester, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Mother's Helper/Date Night/Weekend Sitter

4.9

(8)

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My experience as a nanny has been just over 10 years. I began watching my first child in my early teens during my summer vacations and continued to watch my neighbor's children, and friends of the family's children. I have also connected with many great family's through Care. com. I am very comfortable with all age groups of...
5.0
"Sierra has been working with us for a few months now. We really love working with her. She is positive, energetic, and wonderful with our young toddler son. She makes him giggle constantly, and takes great care...

Reviewed by Jennie G.

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Maura P.


Hopkinton, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Care

5.0

(8)

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Hello folks, I have been caring for children for over 35 years, special needs for 25 and was an ABA technician in the public school sector working with children with ASD for 18. The last 2 yrs I have been counseling in middle school for children with anxiety, depression, and other mental health, concerns. . I raised 3 wonderful...
5.0
"I have four children and Maura has been caring for them for many years. Whenever My husband and I have somewhere to go, she is always the one we ask. She is caring, considerate, nurturing, engaging, and they...

Reviewed by Kelly B.

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Abygail W.


Worcester, MA

$30-45/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi! I'm Aby! I am a nursing student at Northeastern University. I am entering my last semester this fall. I am CPR certified and just completed my pediatric rotation. I previously attended Rollins College for my first degree. I have many years of babysitting experience. I am very creative and imaginative; I love coming up with...
5.0
"Aby is our date night sitter and we love her! The kids love her! She prepares meals, bathes the kids and puts them to bed for us and we are so very grateful we found her! We cannot recommend her enough!"

Reviewed by Patricia B.

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Joselin N.


Worcester, MA

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Experience With Autism

5.0

(1)

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The love of my life is autistic ( there is not a lot more to say) .. autistic it's not easy and challenge me everyday but make me a better human more empathetic with other make me able to care others ( no matters who) with love and patience
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"May 2023: Joselin was a very responsive provider for our young adult son and jumped right into helping him, accommodating his schedule/meeting him when he requested, once they had met. She is kind and...

Reviewed by Paula E.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Northborough, MA

Kyleigh S.

5.0

Kyleigh has a strong passion and understanding for kids and so great with them. Our 2 year old, who takes awhile to warm up to people, warmed up to her quickly and loves her! She is responsible and reliable as well!

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Bendu S.

5.0

Bendu has been the most wonderful help for my sister who has special needs! She is great with communication, has lots of experience, and willing to help with any needs my sister has including assisting with bathing and accompanying her to MD appointments. She has been an answer to prayer! Highly...

- Joanna B.

Samantha A.

5.0

Sam is wonderful nanny! She was great with my 2 children (3 and 7). She helped with remote learning and had fun with the kids. The playroom was always clean and she helped out with housework as well. We would have loved to keep her, but she is pursuing graduate school.

- Stacey F.

Talita L.

5.0

Talita is the best babysitter we’ve ever had. She started babysitting our twin girls when she was 16 but then she moved to Florida. Up to this day, every time we are in Florida we call her up to stay with us! She is a loving, engaging, and responsible young lady who has always been very attentive...

- Care member

Frank S.

5.0

Frank took care of my three children for a week while we were visiting Massachusetts but needed to work from home. Frank was caring, kind, and gentle. He doted on our 18 month old boy, pushing him around on a toy car to the delight of my son. He did fun cooking activities, crafts, and science...

- Tenley P.

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