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Merrily L.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Salem, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Caring for those with any type of special needs is a passion of mine and has been my whole life. I was introduced to those with special needs almost immediately in my life as my brother whose only 13 months younger than me was diagnosed at an early age with Autism. Through the years I have volunteer in many activities such as...

Michelle P. says "Very pleasant, engaged with my daughter very well, followed my instructions, acclimated well to surrounding, calming presence about her"

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Salem, MA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
I have been working in the child care field for 30 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...

Barbara G. says "Kim has been my babysitter for over 10 years. We met Kim when she worked in a daycare center and then she took my 2 children on after the daycare closed....

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Special Education Major In College

Salem, MA

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Hello! My name is Julia and I am 21, just finished my junior year studying special education at Lesley University! I live in Gloucester with my family for the summer. However, I will be moving back to school in the end of august/early September so depending on your location I may not be available long term. I began babysitting...
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PCA, Home Health Aide

Salem, MA

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$15/hr
9 years experience
I have been working as a home health aide for more than 9 years . I know how to use hoyer lift , give a sponge bath , feed my client and do some activity . I like to help and make my client comfortable . Please let me know if you need help for your love one . Sylvie
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Salem, MA

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$15/hr
I have been a nanny for a 17-year-old boy with developmental disabilities for over a year. He cannot speak and is in diapers. As well as a stomach tube that I am required to change the gauze regularly. I have also worked with children with autism, in the past. Although I love my current job as a nanny I am moving away for higher...
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Salem, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with children with special needs in a child care setting and as a nanny. I also personal experience, my son is autistic with some other developmental delays. And my daughter suffers from anxiety. I have more patience than most since I have been handling my childrens disabilities everyday and have dedicated my life...
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Salem, MA

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$11/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Emily. I am 19 years old and am a sophomore at Fresno State. I am majoring in Deaf Education because I love children and want to have a career where I feel like I am making a difference. I have babysat for kids who have ADHD and have volunteered at events where I supervise children with Autism and Down...
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Para With ASD Experience

Salem, MA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
I currently work with a student in my full time job as a para who has ASD (along with a second grade class). I see him for 30 minute intervals. I help him to work with the group and strengthen his social skills with his peers. I have been working with this student since last year. He is in the early childhood age range. I love...
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Salem, MA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I work with children with special needs as part of my job at an elementary school. I have taken care of older adults with mobility issues. I did the food shopping and other errands for the couple I took care of. I did light housekeeping and other odds and ends. I enjoy caring for others and love to build a trusting relationship...
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Child Care, PCS, And More

Salem, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been working in a classroom setting, for 18+ years, with all types of children with special needs. I have worked with children with all abilities, including severe behaviors. I have also taught Preschool for 12 years,
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Lots Of Love To Give

Salem, MA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
I have been working with children's or over 20 years . For the last 5 years I have fallen in love with special needs children . I am special needs paraprofessional for children with autism and have also worked with other special needs children in the past . I have learned basic sign language and have learned to use communication...
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Salem, MA

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$25/hr
Hi my name is Christina, I went to school for early child development. I have experience working with special needs. Working knowledge of sign language. And experience in caring for children. I'm soft spoken, always kind, and gentle. If you feel like I'd be a good fit, please don't hesitate to message me with any...
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Salem, MA

1.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello!! My name is Kelley. Nice to 'meet you'! I am a 30-year-old, energetic, kind, and creative person looking for a full time position. I hold a Masters Degree in Special Education from Simmons College. I consider myself to have a bubbly and easy going personality and I love to have fun inside or outside. I love art, music...
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Home Healt Aid

Salem, MA

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$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello am a home health Aid 5 year experience and have my certification for dementia and Alzheimer's love elderly and love to helps others
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Salem, MA

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$18/hr
Hi there! I am a preschool teacher with 6 years of previous babysitting experience. I'm punctual, responsible, reliable. I have provided care for families with multiple children of varying ages. I'm patient, wacky, great with nonverbal communication, able to keep your child busy, safe, and entertained.
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Gentle Caregiver

Salem, MA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Karleen but you can call me Kalina. Currently, I'm a full time psychology student at Salem State University. Prior to University, I volunteered at a high school where I worked with many students who had various disabilities. The main student I cared for was nonverbal & we communicated through her electronic...
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Salem, MA

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$20/hr
Hi there! I am interested in providing services for your teenage son. I am an ABA therapist working towards my BCBA certification. I currently work with teenagers with autism and/or ADHD at a local middle school during the week. I am looking for some additional hours on weekends, ideally in the mornings or early afternoons. I...
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Salem, MA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I am a registered behavioral technician! I currently provide services for individuals on the spectrum at a daycare setting and am looking to expand! I love children and am CPR/First aid certified. I also have experience working with DCF.
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Certified Teacher, 15+ Years Caring For Children

Salem, MA

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My husband and I recently moved to Salem from Austin, TX, and I'd like to find a family to nanny for. I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 2015 with a degree in Early Childhood Education, and have been teaching kindergarten-2nd grade at a public school until now. I started babysitting at 13, caring for...
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Nanny With Professional Background

Salem, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Hello, I'm Merrily! I am located in Salem. I am currently a PhD student looking for additional work opportunities. I recently work as a full time nanny and also in public health research. Prior, I worked as an Applied Behavioral Analysis Behavior Therapist in a public school for children with moderate-severe special needs and...
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