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Lesley F.


Brighton, MA

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Kind Babysitter Available!

5.0

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My name is Lesley. I am available to babysit on an as-needed basis. For 5 years, I worked as an assistant teacher for special needs students in an elementary school. I have over 10 years of experience caring for kids of all ages in their homes or in a professional daycare setting. I'm CPR and First Aid trained with plenty...
5.0
"Lesley was wonderful. She took initiative, was extremely communicative about all the details of working for me, was very punctual, and was able to manage behavioral challenges with multiple children. I would...

Reviewed by Lisa R.

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Michelle L.


Marblehead, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny; EMT; BS In Psychology

5.0

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I have been caring for children since I was 18. I have experience working with those who have special needs. I work for an NGO over seas and am home working to support my return trip. I love working with multiple children and partnering with parents to achieve learning goals and behavioral objectives. I'm a trained EMT. I...
5.0
"Michelle is an extremely competent, loving nanny who does not need a lot of direction-very helpful to help take the "mental load" off of a busy adult. She plays with kids tirelessly, never resorting to TV or...

Reviewed by Cassandra W.

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Natasha H.


Medford, MA

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

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

Reviewed by Care member

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Nicole C.


East Boston, MA

$25-50/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced And Knowledgeable Tutor

5.0

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I am an elementary school teacher living in Boston. I am fun and compassionate and love promoting hands on and outdoor learning experiences for kids. I have experience working with special needs students as well as managing behavior in my class. I also have worked as a nanny and camp counselor. I have a masters degree in...
5.0
"Nicole has taken care of our children all summer (ages 9 & 10) and has been fantastic - compassionate, creative, responsible, and fun. She was flexible with constantly changing schedules. She arrived for the...

Reviewed by Erica F.

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Bridget S.


Somerville, MA

$18/hr5 yrs exp

About Bridget:

3.7

(3)

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Hello! My name is Bridget, I'm 22, and I'm looking for nanny/childcare jobs in Somerville! I have a lot of childcare experience- I began babysitting when I was 13; I worked at a children's theatre throughout high school; and in college I have had a couple of nanny positions including the family I currently work for, who I have...
5.0
"Bridget has been with my family for over 1.5 years. She is great, dependable, fun, outgoing. My 4.5 year old son loves her, and always looking forward to her days. I highly recommend her and cannot wait for...

Reviewed by Natalie D.

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Olivia B.


Arlington, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

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Caring for those with special needs is absolutely what I am most passionate about. I have a bachelors in moderate special education PreK-8 and a masters in Severe Special Education. I currently work in Malden MA as a special education teacher. I work with individuals with a range of special needs. I have worked with children as...
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Emily M.


Boston, MA

$16-21/hr6 yrs exp

Positive, Nurturing Mentor/ Sitter

5.0

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Hi all! My name is Emily and I moved to the South End to pursue my education to become a genetic counselor. I have babysat children of all ages since I was in middle school. During my college years, I counseled socially and emotionally challenged elementary students and this past year I was a special needs educator for middle...
5.0
"Emily is a lovely person. She's prompt, trustworthy, and reliable. She's had a lot of experience with caring for others across a large age range and with many different needs. She loves children and is super...

Reviewed by Jenna M.

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Patricia A.


Salem, MA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Childcare Babysitter / Nanny

5.0

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Hey!!, my name is Patricia . I am 23 years old. I am a patient, caring, and creative person with experience working with children ages 3 months to 12 years old. My preferred age group to work with is 2 years old and older. I have 5 years of experience tutoring, babysitting, working with special needs children, and teaching...
5.0
"Patricia baby-sat our 10 month old while we needed temporary additional support. She played with our baby, sang songs, read books etc. Patricia is super friendly, approachable, and was very flexible with her...

Reviewed by Leslie S.

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Alicia N.


Arlington, MA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

5.0

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I have 16+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care , Personal Care and Special needs, and Companionship. I have been a Geriatric caregiver since 2005 I worked for my company for 6 yrs and been a private caregiver for 10 yrs. Am very compassionate, patience, understanding and easy to talk to. I have a very humorous side...
5.0
"My family hired Alicia to care for my 88 year old dad after a bad fall. She was extremely caring and helpful and did a great job with him. I would hirely recommend her as a trusting and caring helper."

Reviewed by Diana O.

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Brooke R.


Salem, MA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

5.0

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Hello, my name is Brooke. My recent job experience was at a highschool as a Behavior Interventionist. I implemented behavior plans, along with speech and communication plans. My primary 2 students were non verbal. Before that I was with a young female with special needs. She had many different medical needs and she ran a...
5.0
"Brooke had been an invaluable asset to our daughter's medical and educational team. Brooke was always attentive to our daughter's extensive medical and educational needs. Brooke was able to take direction in a...

Reviewed by Kimberly C.

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Cherylann S.


Woburn, MA

$40/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello my name is Cherylann.. I have been a foster mother for the state of mass. I've been working with kids my entire life, been a foster mother for the state of Ma.. worked as a preschool teachers aid for nine years, worked for a overnight nanny service which was extensive training. I have had CPR and first aid training ....
5.0
"Cherylann goes above and beyond, and really cares about the children she works with. Our daughter absolutely loves her and any family would be lucky to have her as a nanny."

Reviewed by Jeremiah M.

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Eli T.


Boston, MA

$25-30/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

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I currently work with disabled adults at Perkins. I am very proud of and experienced in working with any disabled people.
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Mariana L.


East Boston, MA

$30-45/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sister

5.0

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Hi, 25 years old, graduated in Education and experienced with kids! I worked as a teacher since I was 17, and as a nanny for more than 3 years. 8 years of childcare, including new born babies and special needs. I decided to work with kids because that's what I love and I'm good at. Spending time with kids bring me joy and...
5.0
"Mari is great with the kids and is very dependable. She always keeps her commitments and has been a pleasure to work with. I'd definitely recommend her for any kind of childcare role!"

Reviewed by Jessica A.

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Kimberly A.


Salem, MA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have been working in the child care field for 27 years. mostly I have worked in day care centers with all ages. I also was a nanny for families with multiply age children and have cared for twins and children with special needs. I love being with kids, they are what makes life great. Having three of my own I know, they are my...
5.0
"My girls loved Kim!! She was excellent with them. We only stopped using her when we moved to the south shore!!"

Reviewed by Deborah B.

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Chelsea J.


Cambridge, MA

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi i'm Chelsea! I am a young professional who just graduated from grad school and moved to Cambridge from North Carolina. While I am currently working a 9-5 in biotech I miss working with kids in my day-to-day. For the past two years, before I moved to Boston, I was working as a nanny/home health aide for a family with 4 kids....
5.0
"Chelsea was great with our kids and immediately engaged my 5 year old in conversation. We will definitely have her babysit again!"

Reviewed by Care member

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Patty S.


Wakefield, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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.
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. "

Reviewed by Michelle V.

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Elena D.


Everett, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Active Caregiver

5.0

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Hello! My name is Elena! I am a kind, compassionate and loving caregiver, born and raised in Massachusetts! I am the only girl out of my siblings, I had a handful with 3 brothers growing up! I am Italian and Irish with a huge family with over 30 cousins, so naturally born into my role as babysitter! I am CPR and First Aid...
5.0
"Elena was punctual and courteous. My daughter was always happy and laughing while playing with Elena!"

Reviewed by Care member

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Sophia V.


Salem, MA

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter / Nanny

5.0

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I am a very responsible, trusted, and kindhearted babysitter with over 4 years of experience babysitting/nannying and tutoring kids of every age, including children with special needs. I am fully vaccinated (booster too), speak 3 languages, have my own car, don't smoke, and am certified in CPR & First Aid. I love helping with...
5.0
"Sophia is nothing short of amazing. She’s been welcomed into our family by my two young boys, ages 1 and 2 years old. She’s very patient with our toddler who is learning how to push boundaries. He asks when...

Reviewed by Care member

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Rachel A.


Brookline, MA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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I am patient and love the company of children. At 13 I babysat in the neighborhood. At 16 I worked for the Kids Corner (recreational center) with kids ranging from 6 months to 9 years old; and became CPR certified. In high school I had a care giving job for a boy with autism. I also enrolled in an HSE (human service exploration)...
5.0
"Rachel has been so helpful to our family! Our kids love her and get so excited when "Miss Rachel" is coming over. She helps out with meal preparation for the kids and the house is always tidy at the end of the...

Reviewed by Kendra P.

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Hollie J.


Arlington, MA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver, Babysitting, Special Needs, Senior Care, Family Care

5.0

(2)

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For many years, I have cared for children, from infants to adolescents. Most recently I have been a nanny for two 1-year-old little boys, a 2-year-old little girl, and I continue to work with children and adolescents in my professional career. For several years, I have worked as a theater teacher and mental health clinician...
5.0
"Hollie was so helpful in caring for our cat. He has just moved here and is confused and upset by the new surroundings. He immediately took to Hollie, who not only provided basic care but also the attention he...

Reviewed by Becky P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Revere, MA

Lesley F.

5.0

Lesley was one of the very first people outside of family to babysit our infant son. She was so reassuring and incredibly professional. Upon speaking to Lesley I was immediately confident that her expertise left him in great hands. She was extremely punctual, communicative and had no trouble feeding...

- Helene J.

Michelle L.

5.0

Michelle is an extremely competent, loving nanny who does not need a lot of direction-very helpful to help take the "mental load" off of a busy adult. She plays with kids tirelessly, never resorting to TV or iPads, and has endless patience with small ones. Michelle is a wonderful nanny or...

- Cassandra W.

Natasha H.

5.0

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

- Care member

Nicole C.

5.0

Nicole has taken care of our children all summer (ages 9 & 10) and has been fantastic - compassionate, creative, responsible, and fun. She was flexible with constantly changing schedules. She arrived for the day with ideas for activities. My daughter completely bonded to her as if she were an...

- Erica F.

Bridget S.

5.0

Bridget has been working with my family for over 1.5 years. She is amazing. My son loves, we love her, and cant wait for the next semester when availability aligns with our needs again. Now, she is watching my son one day a week, but was all-time with us for over a year. She is always on-time, very...

- Natalie D.

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