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Kelsey J.

Special Needs Summer Nanny

Reading, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
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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Special Educator For Special Needs

Reading, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
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...
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Reading, MA

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$29/hr
5 years experience
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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Reading, MA

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$19/hr
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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Caregiver

Reading, MA

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$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Reading, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
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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Hi I'm Avery And I'm Looking To Provide Summer Child Care!

Reading, MA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
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...
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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...
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Experienced Teacher Seeking to Care For a Child in My Home

Reading, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
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.
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A Compassionate Friend

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
4 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
respite care
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...

Care Member says "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"

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Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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.

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

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Medford, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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...

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

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Part-time Care Giver Available

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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...

Amy B. says "Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and I recommend her...

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Everett, MA

4.8(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I already took care of children from 2 months to 10 years. Plus I do have experience with children with special needs.

Care Member says "I cannot say enough good things about Ivone! The biggest thing is that she truly cares about my daughter. I always feel confident in her ability to show...

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Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
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...

Chizoba U. says "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...

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Part-time Caregiver, Nanny, Babysitter, Etc.

Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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.

Natalie D. says "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...

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Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
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....

Laura G. says "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...

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Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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...

Care Member says "Iam giving Esterlin 5 stars because of the hard work and dedication she puts into caring for our little ones. She’s very detailed oriented,...

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Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
4 years experience
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.

Care Member says "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...

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Everett, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a graduate nurse and I have vast experience caring for those with special needs, especially kids with disabilities. For 30 years I worked as a nurse, as a caregiver, and a nanny and a medical assistant. I worked in private homes, hospitals (children's and adults) and in a clinic setting and also in skilled facilities. I...
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Namande N.

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

Patty S.

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.

Natasha H.

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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