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Devyn W.

Fun Nanny Looking For A Family To Create Memories With

Enfield, CT

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Devyn and I have over 10 years of experience in the child care field. I attended three years of school at Asnuntuck Community College for Early Childhood Education. I started nannying professionally at the age of 19 and I have also held jobs as a Toddler Teacher. I have experience with children from the...

Michele L. says "Devyn is a very responsible, mature person. I never had had to be concerned about leaving my children with Devyn. I would recommend her 100%"

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Experienced Caregiver Seeking Employment

Oakham, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
Hi, I'm Kate! I have experience in nannying and babysitting including spending a year working full time as the nanny to a newborn. I am currently seeking part time hours. My schedule is flexible. I have over 10 years of experience in caregiving, including five years with children and four years working with individuals and...

Crystal R. says "Kate is such a wonderful caregiver to our son. She's very knowledgeable about child development and skilled in working with him (he is 9 months). He took...

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Nanny With Over 13 Years Experience, Early Childhood Development Classes And Art Teacher.

Southbridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Erin and I am from the East coast originally, but spent 12 years on the West Coast. My passion is helping others and always has been. I was a professional nanny on and off for over 15yrs and adore children- they keep us young! For 5years I have been working as a specialized paraprofessional in an Elementary...

Melonee D. says "Erin was fantastic. Great communication, super friendly and kept our dogs happy while we toured the nearby sites during our vacation. "

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Chicopee, MA

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I'm very patient and outgoing. I like to cook, clean and be organized. I don't mind pets and bathing. I've been working with special needs people for 3 years and I love it. I like to take walks and to go places. I'm a multitasker and I'm positive. I love making people happy and doing what's best for them. I'm fun and...
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Hi There Friends!

West Springfield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Heather, I was a home childcare provider for over 10 years. I love working with children and have also worked in public schools with older children and children with special needs. I am a multitasker and if you need help with light house cleaning or cooking meals I am available for that as well! Look forward to...

Heidi S. says "Heather is very loving, creative and knows how to get the kids engaged in activities. She also knows how to get children working together as a team. She...

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Agawam, MA

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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Raised an autistic son, have watched children eith special needs, I am very good with children very nurturing
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18! In School For Social Work. Loves Being Outdoors And Doing Arts And Crafts.

Springfield, MA

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Dasia, I'm 21 years old and full of energy, passion, and love for working with children! I'm currently an Early Education major and have 5+years of hands-on experience caring for and teaching little ones. For the past 2 years, I've had the amazing opportunity to work in a Pre-K Links class, giving me...
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Spencer, MA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Lexi. I'm 26 years old and I work as a professional clinical case manager full time at a hospital. I've nannied through care. com in the past as well as privately over the past 7 years. I have experience with kids aged 0-16 and I can handle all levels of care including special needs! I love to work with kids and...
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East Brookfield, MA

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$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi families! I have evening and weekend availability. I have over 6 years of experience with nannying and even longer with babysitting. I also have a bachelors degree. I am currently a full time nanny to a 2-year-old and 4-month-old. I have experience working with 1-6 children in a household as well as children with special...
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Enfield, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
As a certified home health aide I have worked with special needs children, as well as children without disabilities. I was with one child for seven wonderful years and worked with many others over the course of years.
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Gilbertville, MA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
My name is Brittany and I bring over 12 years of hands-on experience providing compassionate, reliable care for seniors, children, and individuals with special needs. I am both BSL and COR certified, ensuring I meet the highest standards of safety, communication, and care. I pride myself on being personable, dependable, and...
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Springfield, MA

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$22/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
I'm a reliable and patient babysitter willing to help with other tasks if needed. I can assist in light housekeeping, laundry, and pet care. I have experience with children with special needs and limited screen time. If it's nice out, I can take your children to the park or even just a nice walk in the sun. I am an education...
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Full-Time Summer Nanny Available

Enfield, CT

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a certified and licensed full-time teacher who is available as a full-time or part-time nanny for the summer. I am currently teaching second grade but have taught kindergarten in the past. I am typically a director for a summer day camp and work with children ages 5-12. I have babysat for children of a variety of ages but...
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Fun And Passionate Sitter

Amherst, MA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jenna and I am a senior psychology major at UMass Amherst. I was lucky enough to find my passion for working with kids at 13 years old, and have jumped at every opportunity to both teach and learn from kiddos ever since. I have been a camp counselor with 3-10-year-olds for five years, a swim instructor to...
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Enfield, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Jess. I am a second year occupational therapy student with a passion for pediatrics. I am friendly, reliable, and have a strong work ethic. My experience includes a year of working for a child with a developmental disability, 1. 5 years as a special education para educator, and level one pediatric OT...
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Enfield, CT

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$25/hr
15 years experience
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
With 15+ years of childcare experience and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, I bring a calm, caring, and knowledgeable approach to supporting kids of all ages. I'm CPR/First Aid certified, have training in early childhood development, and experience with children with special needs. I love keeping kids active and...
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Preschool Special Education Teacher

Hadley, MA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I have worked as a one to one aide in an extended school year program for children with disabilities for the past three summers, with kids with a variety of diagnoses including down syndrome, traumatic brain injury, emotional disturbance, and autism. I have also volunteered in various programs for children with disabilities, who...
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Springfield, MA

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hello!! I'm 21 years old and have been working with children from the ages of 4 months to 10 years old for 6 years now. As of right now I am in college and will be graduating in May with a bachelors in child psychology and early education. I also have experience with children with special needs through the daycare but also my...
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Enfield, CT

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, and I have worked with ages newborns through age 10. I am also a mother of two, and have a special needs child as well. I have an English degree and I have also worked as a home health aide. I have worked with twins, and can handle up to four children at a time. I am first aid...
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Seeking Part Time/ Full Time Work With Physically And Developmentally Challenged Individuals

Agawam, MA

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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have worked in the human services industry for 20 years plus. During such time I have worked with a wide variety of individuals with varying physical and developmental disabilities. I currently work as a special education teacher. I passionately and patiently enjoy helping to maintain and enhance the quality life of others.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Palmer, MA

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

Devyn W.

Devyn is a very responsible, mature person. I never had had to be concerned about leaving my children with Devyn. I would recommend her 100%

- Michele L.

Katherine B.

Kate is such a wonderful caregiver to our son. She's very knowledgeable about child development and skilled in working with him (he is 9...

- Crystal R.

Erin F.

Erin was fantastic. Great communication, super friendly and kept our dogs happy while we toured the nearby sites during our vacation.

- Melonee D.

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