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She was my surpervisor in a group home and she a good team player how showed a lot of compassion and was ever on time

Review for Namande N. by Care member

Patty watched my daughter from 4 months old til 2.5 years. She took care of her as if she were her own.

Review for Patty S. by Michelle V.

Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and

Review for Olivia B. by Amy B.

Special needs caregivers in Reading, MA

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Kelsey J.


Reading, MA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Summer Nanny

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My major in college is Communication Disorders and I am minoring in Psychology. I plan on attending Graduate school to become a Speech Language Pathologist and work with special needs children. I have experience babysitting for my two special needs cousins, as well as working with a man with a Traumatic Brain Injury. I have also...
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Tiffanny M.


Reading, MA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Educator For Special Needs

I have been a Special Needs Teacher for 24 years. I have worked with students with severe, mild, and moderate needs. I have experience working with children with Autism, Downs Syndrome, Social Emotional disorders and cognitive delays. I love my job and love working with children. I believe all children and adults deserve a...
Hello, my name is Muriel. Responsible, reliable and patient, I have experience caring for the elderly in hospitals, group homes and assisted living centers. I help them with their activities of daily living, going out with them for walks or other activities and listening to their needs. I always care about my patients' safety...
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Sabrina S.


Reading, MA

$29-34/hr5 yrs exp

I have been working with individuals with special needs for about 5 years now. I majored in Liberal Arts at Umass Lowell with a concentration in Healthcare and Disability Studies. I love to extend a helping hand and make a positive impact on other's lives. With that is why I chose my career path. I am currently employed in...
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Megan M.


Reading, MA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am going to school for Occupational Therapy at Quinnipiac University. I have worked with kids on the Autistic Spectrum at Occupational Therapists Associates Wakefield in the feeding group to help desensitize their mouths to different tastes and textures. I have also volunteered with the EMARC program, as a swim buddy, dance...
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Jill D.


Reading, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I started caring for children with special needs 15 years ago as an aide in a classroom for a special education collaborative summer extended year program. Since getting my Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, I have mainly worked with children (aged 3-22 years) with physical, emotional, developmental and/or behavioral...
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Avery A.


Reading, MA

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hi I'm Avery And I'm Looking To Provide Summer Child Care!

Hi! My name is Avery , I'm from Reading MA. I'm finishing up my freshman year at The University of Alabama with two semesters on the deans list. My major is kinesiology and I plan on being a physician assistant when I graduate. I grew up as a competitive gymnast and also have coached gymnastics to children of all ages for over...
Hi my name is Amy. I have a degree in Early Childhood from Westfield State University. I taught prek at the Goddard School for a year out of college. I was a nanny for 9. 5 years in Newton for three children. I currently babysit and substitute for the Reading Public schools. I have two children myself, 5 and 2 years old. So, I...

Michele S.


Reading, MA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher Seeking to Care For a Child in My Home

Special needs is a passionate issue for me as I worked professionally with child with different disabilities in the classroom setting. Then, three years ago we were blessed with our daughter, who has Down syndrome.

Kaylee G.


Reading, MA

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My Name Is Kaylee

I am a Certified nurses assistant currently working with a pediatric special needs client doing home health care and working with dementia patients at an assisted living. I am in undergraduate school on the track to major in Occupational Therapy. I have lots of experience working with different age groups as I have volunteered...
Kaylee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Namande N.


Woburn, MA

$26/hr4 yrs exp

A Compassionate Friend

5.0

(2)

My name is Marion. I have been working as a caregiver to the seniors for the last six years. , I am a certified nursing Assistant and CPR , first Aide trained and MAP certified . I have experience in caring for individuals with special needs, seniors with Dementia and Alzheimer's. I am driven by the passion to care for others...
Namande can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"She was my surpervisor in a group home and she a good team player how showed a lot of compassion and was ever on time"

Care member

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Patty S.


Wakefield, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I' m a mom of 2 wonderful children, a boy (age 18) and a girl (age 20). I've grown up as the neighborhood babysitter in my hometown. I went to Wheelock College for Early Childhood Education, with a minor in special needs. I am certified to teach preschool through 6th grade. I also tutored children from grades 2-8.
Patty can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Patty watched my daughter from 4 months old til 2.5 years. She took care of her as if she were her own. "

Michelle V.

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Olivia B.


Arlington, MA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Olivia and I am currently a special education Kindergarten teacher in the Waltham Public Schools. I have a license in both moderate special needs Prek-8 and a masters in severe special needs, all levels. I have extensive experience nannying and I feel very confident when working and looking after...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Olivia has a wonderfully calm demeanor which is well suited to working with kids. She is also creative and has the ability to engage challenging kids. She watched my 2 year old and 4-month old and I wouldn't have felt comfortable leaving my kids with anyone else at...

Danielle M.

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Natasha H.


Medford, MA

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Natasha and I'm an Occupational Therapy Doctoral student at Tufts University. I have a breadth of experience working with kids in various settings, including special needs and recreational after-school programs. I love to plan craft activities and fun games, and would be able to help out with light housekeeping...
Natasha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!"

Care member

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Ivone R.


Everett, MA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I already took care of children from 2 months to 10 years. Plus I do have experience with children with special needs.
Ivone can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Ivone took amazing care of our two children right from the start until they both went to preschool. She was extremely patient and loving to our kids. Our daughter is a picky eater, and Ivone spent considerable time trying different foods to get her to eat. She took...

Care member

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Ana M.


Lynn, MA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hey

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Ana , Certificate as a Medical assistant and First Aid and CPR with over five years of experience , also over 5 years nannying/babysitting children from the ages of two weeks to 12 years old, including kids with special needs . I cared for a child for many years and had many positive outcomes and learned many...
Ana can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Ana was with us for a few months and helped care for our 3 girls under 6 years old. She was very patient with our kids and helped ensure their needs were met. She drove them to their after school activities and is an excellent driver. Would hire again."

Chizoba U.

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Lauren P.


Wakefield, MA

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver, Nanny, Babysitter, Etc.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Speech-Language Pathologist who works with children of all ages with a variety of needs. I am looking to nanny part-time in addition to my role as a speech-language pathologist.
5.0
"Lauren is amazing and has been a great addition to our family. She made a huge difference and contributed to my 2 year old son like no one else did. His social and communication skills improved by a lot because of Lauren."

Natalie D.

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Jessica C.


Wakefield, MA

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello All, I am a graduate student from Bridgewater State University majoring in Sociology and Early Education. I have worked in the school system for about five years now with all different age group children- including special needs. I also have over 10 years of babysitting experience and have gotten numerous jobs off Care....
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Jess was great! We booked with her last minute to look after our kids. Kids were at their worst as they had massive cabin fever after a few days out of school. It was also a rainy day so everyone was stuck inside. Jess arrived on time, kept kids entertained for...

Laura G.

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Esterlin Z.


Danvers, MA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

I have been babysitting for 4 years now. I am certified in first aid, CPR, special needs education. I have my CDA and 5 years of teaching experience. I bring a wealth of knowledge to ensure the well-being and growth of your children. I prioritize safety above all else, and I am responsible, understanding, and determined to take...
Esterlin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Esterlin is an amazing help and brings a breathe of fresh air. She has a natural talent for talking care of kids and has always been helpful to me!"

Care member

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Paul M.


Woburn, MA

$40/hr4 yrs exp

I am an experienced, compassionate LPN/LvN, with experience in working both in critical care , rehabilitation and long time care patients I have also have experience working with special needs individuals and I am trained in dementia and Hospice care.
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Paul did an absolutely spectacular job with my dad who was 93 years old and suffering from in operable bone cancer. My dad was in considerable pain and Paul treated him with compassion and loving care for weeks. On end. He treated my father in a way that I imagine,...

Care member

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