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Allison has a way with kids. I've seen first hand with my children, especially when they are having a "moment" not listening and temper…

Review for Allison G. by Caitlin I.

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

Review for Erin F. by Melonee D.

Prompt communication! We needed someone to provide companion care for our 24 y/o son with autism while we went on a whale cruise. Kaylee was…

Review for Kaylee R. by Sally L.

Special needs caregivers in Sagamore, MA

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Alexa S.


Buzzards Bay, MA

$15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun Loving Sitter

2.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Alexa . born and raised in falmouth MA! I am 26 years old I currently work with a special needs kindergartener! I am safety care, first aid and CPR certified! I have been watching children for over 6 years! I have worked with all ages with special needs and I am comfortable watching up to 4 or 5 kids! I love being...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Alexa S.


Buzzards Bay, MA

$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp

ASD

I currently work with a special needs kindergartener! We work on his speech with visual cards and routine is very important. We have been even working on eye contact while talking and asking before touching! I love working with kids and I'm very energetic so it works with the young ones!!

Nancy S.


Plymouth, MA

$25-50/hr

Retired LPN With A Continued Passion For Caring

I am a retired Licensed Practical Nurse with 20 years experience. 8 of my years were spent as a pediatric private duty nurse. I loved caring for my clients. I enjoyed young people and personal interaction so much I went on to become a science teacher in a special needs school working with students with social and/or emotional...

Claire L.


Plymouth, MA

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

My cousins (2) have down syndrome and as burgers I have a strong compassion and place in my heart for all children but especially children who need extra assistance. I feel rewarded and happy when the children learn new things and or develop new skills. I enjoy watching the children laugh and helping them make the most of there...

Catherine M.


Plymouth, MA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving, Caring, Experienced Childcare Professional

I've spent the majority of my career working with children in various settings. These settings include the newborn nursery, the special care nursery, and pediatrics at a local hospital. Additional settings include group homes, family's residence, and an elementary school. I love children of all ages and abilities! I love to care...

Nancy S.


Plymouth, MA

$10/hr • 8 yrs exp

Baby Sitter For The Night And Beyond...

I believe in raising children to be all they can be knowing that bar is different for each child. I am patient, responsive and respectful of all people (especially kids). Each child is unique and so how you support each child has to be unique as well. I am mom to two amazing kids. My son is 22 & my daughter is 20. Raising...
Nancy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Michele A.


Buzzards Bay, MA

$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Am A Mom To Three Grown Women, Lolli To Four Grandchildren And Dog Mom To Remy!

At 60 I have a ton of experience from infancy to pre-teens! I've also worked with children with special needs including autism. I love to read, do crafts, cook, and cuddle!! I am nurturing, loving, and kind. I have worked with children my entire life. I am very comfortable with infants. I also have 26 yrs of experience with...
Michele can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have my bachelors degree in Nursing! I cared for my two little brothers growing up, one whom is autistic, and I still watch over him. Experience with special needs children. I've watched children of all ages. I love to joke around, play sports, dress up, anything you name it! I also am very experienced with animals, so if you...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

Catherine M.


Plymouth, MA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm a CNA that currently works as a special needs para for grades k-2 and an occasional nanny. I have worked in the health care field for over 20 yrs. I have extensive experience with children 0-18 yrs in various settings. I'm certified in CPR, first aid, med administration, safety care, and Epi pen administration. I have 3...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

Krystal L.


East Sandwich, MA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving And Compassionate Nurse/Caregiver

11 years experience in the health care field including pediatrics and geriatrics. Experience with IV's, trachs, gtubes. CPR and first aid certified.
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Allison G.


Acushnet, MA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Allison and I am 29 years old. I love working with children and I have lots of experience from daycares, elementary school, high-school, private nanny , special needs children etc. I am currently on maternity leave and will not be returning to work at the high-school. I am looking for a lovely family who will welcome...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Allison has a way with kids. I've seen first hand with my children, especially when they are having a "moment" not listening and temper tantrums. She talks very calmly to them, doesn't lose her cool and get them to calm down! "

Caitlin I.

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Erin F.


Centerville, MA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

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

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"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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Kaylee R.


Mashpee, MA

$16-21/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked a few programs for special needs. Also babysat a few children with special needs. I love working with children and I am kind compassionate and love the work that I do.
5.0
"Prompt communication! We needed someone to provide companion care for our 24 y/o son with autism while we went on a whale cruise. Kaylee was excellent and helped my son feel comfortable while we were away. She was on time and very dependable."

Sally L.

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Queen Carberry B.


Falmouth, MA

$30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced , Trusted, Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a PCA and HHA for about eight years now. I have worked with individuals dealing with Alzheimer's symptoms, and dementia, ALS and special needs. I specialize in personal care assistance, in addition to housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, and companionship care. Here is a short bio about me. I was born...
Queen Carberry can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Incredibly professional and her kindness and personal attention are without peer"

Juia D.

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Kim M.


Carver, MA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

CHHA Since 1996

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 61yr. old woman, in good physical shape. I have 3 kind grown children & 2 grandchildren. I cared for my 1st grandson for 2 yrs. while running my own farm. Employed 5 yrs. in the towns of Methuen and Andover Ma. as a Special Education Program Assistant, 1yr. In Preschool 4yrs. working with a wide diversity of children in...
Kim can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I recently met with Kim because my husband and I were looking for a nanny for our 6 month old baby girl. As first time parents we were extremely nervous about the thought of leaving our baby with someone we didn't know, but after our first meeting with Kim all of...

Chelsey B.

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Patricia N.


Mashpee, MA

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 grown children. The youngest headed to college soon. One of our children had a learning disability from a very early age but doing very well and studying engineering. I've tutored students, grades k-6 and often worked on parents behalf as an Educational Advocate at IEP meetings. I'm Director 1 certified by...
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Jill P.


Carver, MA

$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have grown up with a large family (including 12 nieces and nephews), I'm also a very dedicated dog-mom!!! I've worked with after school organization, YPAC, at the Carver Middle School for ages 10-14. I have also interned in 3 classroom environments at the same school. I have also interned in a program with special needs...
Jill can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Kaylee R.


Mashpee, MA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Kaylee I have been working with children since I was a teenager! I love children. I worked in a few boarding schools for special needs children. I have worked in a preschool with pre k preschool and toddlers. I finished college and have my associates degree. I want to keep working with children and help where I can.
Kaylee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kaylee has been with us for two years now. She is very reliable. She watches the kids on Saturday, and occasionally she wakes them and sets them up for the school bus in the morning. She gives plenty of notice when she needs time off. On Saturdays she keeps the...

Joanie M.

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Paulette S.


Mashpee, MA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving And Caring Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

PCA certified, trained in all aspects of home health care, with extensive first aide training, With over 20 years experience, I specialize in, but not limited to, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, special needs and all aspects of autism, as well as hospice care. I also can provide...
Paulette can also help with: Companionship, respite care, dementia, mobility assistance, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Paulette has been caring for my father-in-law for about two months and I cannot say enough about how caring and kind she has been. Paulette is very knowledgeable, friendly and flexible. She has been happy to help my father-in-law out as much as possible - even...

Kristen M.

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Temuchin B.


Kingston, MA

$28/hr • 20 yrs exp

Daycare Educator for Over 12 Years Looking for Full-Time Nanny Opportunity

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been a childcare provider for two decades, and I have a deep passion for nurturing children's growth and development. I'm patient and creative, and I communicate regularly with parents about their children's days. I also follow their lead when it comes to household rules. I enjoy playing outdoor sports and physical games...
Temuchin can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Temuchin was absolutely wonderful and was so good to our kids. She took them on many fun adventures and always brought out the best of them! Very grateful that she was able to be a part of their story. "

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