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Iris M.

Saugus, MA

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$20/hr
I have experience working with children with a variety of special needs, including Down syndrome, autism, and more. I approach every child with compassion, patience, and a deep sense of responsibility. My goal is always to provide care that is not only safe and reliable, but also kind, understanding, and supportive of each...
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Lisa T.

Saugus, MA

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$16/hr
5 years experience
I have a 31-year-old ASD son and have attended many classes over the years I also have dealt with mental illness in my career for over 25 years. I have helped many family's during crisis and along with daily routine help. Many of my clients become extended family as time goes by. I'm professional and caring
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Lisa T.

Loving, Caring Provider

Saugus, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I have three wonderful kids, one son who is mildly autistic. He is 33years old and I also have two daughters, 29 25 I have a lot of experience with special needs children as well with children within the normal ranges of growth span. I have many past clients that I still keep in contact with and from time to time still see them....
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Rishi K.

25 Years Of Experience Care Giver

Saugus, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
personal care
I am Rishi, I have been in the Care provider service industry for more than 25 years. I have experience working with people with special needs, dementia, ADHD etc for several years.
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Katie R.

Experience babysitter/ Graduate student going for Master's in education

Saugus, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I am currently in graduate school for my Master's in Education. The last few years, I worked in an inclusion classroom as a 1:1 special education aide.
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Nicole C.

Experienced And Knowledgeable Tutor

East Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
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...

Erica F. says "Nicole has taken care of our children all summer (ages 9 & 10) and has been fantastic - compassionate, creative, responsible, and fun. She was flexible...

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Patty S.

Wakefield, MA

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

Special Needs Provider

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
3 years experience
I have worked with children with special needs for 5 years. I was a therapeutic support staff worker for two children at a camp. I helped with social skills and integrating them with their peers. I was a lead teacher at a school with children with ASD (autism) and other behavior disorders in a school setting. I have experience...

Ann H. says "Emily has been a great employee. She is wonderful in her interactions with children and the children really like her.She is responsible and always on time....

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Chloe K.

Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, families! My name is Chloe, and I am a nanny with 2 years of experience in providing exceptional childcare. In addition, I have worked as a special needs substitute teacher and while obtaining a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology I worked as a personal care assistant for two disabled individuals (physical and cognitive)....

Care Member says "Chloe is my top choice!! an amazing and dependable babysitter!! My two kids ages 5 and 6 have loved nothing more than for her being around to help out...

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Rashidah N.

Stoneham, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience
Errands
respite care
dementia
personal care
hospice services
Reliable Private Duty Caregiver with experience of 6 years I am very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Great at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong support with a client. Specialized in elderly and special needs patients. Certified in first aid,...

Avain R. says "Rashidah did a fantastic job managing the conflict that always came up during the care-taking of my 80 year old Father. well Conflict is inevitable,...

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Alicia N.

Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
companionship
home modification
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

Diana O. says "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...

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Melissa I.

Creative Childcare Provider Seeking Nanny Position Close To Water Town.

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My Qualifications: -10+ Years experience in childcare/nanny various ages. - Certified Respite Care Provider for Children w Autism. - Loves engaging Children in creative arts. -Big fan of outdoor activities - Creative, Patient, and Flexible. - Non-Smoker/ and health conscious - Loves Museums/History/and Art. - Excellent...
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Emily A.

Energetic Teacher On Summer Break!

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Science teacher in Douglas, MA with experience as an EMT and PCA for 3+ years. Looking forward to connecting!

Katrina F. says "Emily knows just how to handle my special needs young adult when he is upset. She's great with de-escalating the challenging family situations that occur...

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Stacey M.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekday/night And Weekend Care

Malden, MA

5.0(0)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
I started babysitting my cousins when I was teenager. My dad is one of 12 children so I had plenty of experience with infants, toddlers and elementary-aged children by the time I started working towards my degree in psychology after high school. During my college years I worked as a babysitter for a family with an 18-month-old...
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Katie K.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I recently graduated from Ithaca College in NY. I now live in Cambridge. I love children and would love to help out as much as you need it when I am free! I swam and rowed Varsity in college, and I am a very active person. I love children and have been babysitting neighbors and family members for years. I have been a nanny...

Ashley D. says "Katie is AMAZING! She nannied for our three-year-old for three months. Katie is extremely patient and caring, responsible, fun, and flexible. She truly...

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Rafael V.

Melrose, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Psychologist by degree love to deal with all kind of patients. Positive attitude makes the difference for a good progress. Licensed CNA - 4 years experience with elderly patients with different diagnosis. Large experience with patients with Chronic pain disease related, pain management, dementia, and depression. MAP (medication...

Beth S. says "We have been very grateful to hire Rafael to mentor my son who is on the spectrum and has other psychiatric diagnoses. Rafael is extremely professional,...

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Justine J.

Experienced Special Education Teacher With Masters Degree Available Full Time

Charlestown, MA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have been working in the special education field for 12 years. I started working as a paraprofessional in a therapeutic school at 18. I ran my own classroom at 22. I have a Masters Degree and a wide range of experience. I'm young, energetic and looking to work with families who need my support. I am able to provide child care,...
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Isabelle S.

New Graduate Looking For Nannying Job In Boston (Trilingual, & Performing Arts Coach!)

South Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
I'm a graduate of The New School in NYC and am moving to South Boston this month. I have years of experience with children, through nannying for various families, private coaching in performing arts, and group teaching experience. I am CPR certified, have taken care of children ages 6 months and up, and have volunteered in a...

Care Member says "Very good with kids, very down to earth, would highly recommend and honestly should’ve paid her more. She’s a gem of a human being, hire her!"

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Sarah P.

Care For All Ages And All Abilities, Tutoring Offered, Part Time

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
In 2009 I began volunteering at in the Art department at a day program for adults with developmental disabilities. I immediately realized that this was something I wanted to continue doing. Since then I have worked at several day-hab facilities, including one which focused on teaching art to adults with behavioral challenges. I...

Sara F. says "Sarah came to watch my children once. They absolutely loved her! She entertained them the whole night and despite being allowed to have a movie night, I...

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Kristin T.

Helpful Understanding Home Aid

Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$58/hr
5 years experience
I am passionate about helping those around me and making life a little easier in some way. In order to achieve this, a patient must be equipped with knowledge, support, and guidance throughout the entirety of their health care. Communication, intention, and execution throughout an integral health team is vital when navigating a...

Kelly O. says "Kristin has such an upbeat personality with enough compassion to go around. She also arrived to our home on time, with a smile on her face. Never worried...

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Nicole C.

Nicole has taken care of our children all summer (ages 9 & 10) and has been fantastic - compassionate, creative, responsible, and fun. She...

- Erica F.

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.

Emily F.

Emily has been a great employee. She is wonderful in her interactions with children and the children really like her.She is responsible and...

- Ann H.

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