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8 years experience
Hello! I recently graduated from Lesley University and am currently working as a Developmental Specialist doing Early Intervention therapy. I have experience working with kids with all different types of special needs for the past 5 years and I would love to be your go to date night baby sitter!
I seek to provide compassionate care that maintains the dignity, respect and privacy of the child and their family. I am a registered behavior technician and have a history of providing applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy, along with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Empathy,...
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I have 3 years experience of mental illness I will do my very best to make them comfortable and engaging in their lives
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Grimmie and I have a real passion for working with kiddos of all ages and needs! I have experience providing in home therapy to children with special needs and am currently certified as a Behavioral Health Professional! I am a big believer in meeting children where they are and helping them become the best...
I am looking to help families in need of services for children with special needs. I have 3 years of experience in providing care to ages 3-18-year-olds who have neurodevelopment disorders and psychiatric disorders such as ASD, OCD, PTSD, MDD, eating disorders and personality disorders, as well as children who have a history of...
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10 years experience·
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I am 32, from South Portland/Scarborough, and I am currently working with children with special needs. I have been a full time nanny for almost 10 years. I have my state of Maine Dept. of education fingerprint card (current full background check), I am CPR and First Aid certified, I also know ASL sign language, and love teaching...
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Caregiver with Healthcare Background | Infant-Preteen Experience | Reliable & Engaging
Hi! I'm Michaela - a dependable, attentive caregiver with experience in both healthcare and health insurance. I'm CPR-certified and bring a calm, safety-first approach to childcare.
I've nannied full-time for two boys, regularly babysat for...
Hello there! My name is Amber, I'm 29 and live in the beautiful town of Limington Maine. About my career: I began as a preschool teacher! After being exposed to behavioral work, I made a decision to move on to Spurwink, where I had the opportunity to work with some of the most fantastic kids! There I cared for kids, 8 to 21 in a...
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello! I've been watching kiddos for the past 5 years, I've had experience with children ages newborn to 13. I have always loved working with children and I have as much fun as they do when we sit down to do crafts, build a fort, or read a good bed time story! I have some experience with special needs children and medical...
Chelsea R. says "Grace is friendly, enthusiastic and professional. She is a great communicator - she followed up immediately, was on time to our call, and it's easy to...
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I am just finishing a position that I have had since September. My client is a spinal cord injured gentleman (quadriplegic). My roll was to cook and feed breakfast, brush his teeth, stretching and movement exercises. Some light household chores. He is moving to another state.
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In my earlier years, I worked with people with disabilities in a variety of ways from - day programming to individuals that were non verbal and/ or suffered a brain injury. I have a magnitude of knowledge and experience beginning in college leading to personal and professional experience. Next, early in my career, I transitioned...
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I would be happy to provide childcare per the schedule you have outlined. I love children of all ages, especially the early childhood developmental stages. I've had the opportunity to work with children, a variety of ages and needs, including special needs. The last 18 years, I've worked in the disability insurance industry. I'm...
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hey there! My name is Sarah, I'm 27, and I am currently a preschool teacher and BHP at a special needs/developmental preschool. However, due to a multitude of reasons, I'm hoping to branch off into nannying either part time or full time. Over the years I have worked as a babysitter, as a counselor in a youth residential setting,...
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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I'm graduating medical school this spring and seeking short-term job opportunities before I begin family medicine residency. I have several years of child care experience prior to medical school, as well as 3 years working at Boston Children's Hospital. I have also taught swim lessons to children of all ages and children with...
I am a seasoned worker experienced in the disability/ holistic practitioner field with five years of care giving experience looking for a part-time position as a companion one or two days per week. I am a caring individual who enjoys working with the elderly and children. Schedule is flexible with no Saturdays.
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I have many years of experience with Parkinson's and dementia.
I understand the progression of the neurological disease and Iam comfortable in all stages of the disease .
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My name is Sarah and I am a certified nursing assistant with 4 years of diverse experiences. I have work in nursing homes, rehabilitation, and in hospital setting on units such as telemetry, post operative, oncology, ER, ICU etc. I have some professional experience with working with those with disabilities but have much...
Certified Behavioral Health Professional
First AID & CPR certified.
Currently employed as a section 28 Children's Service Coordinator, matching BHP's with children on my case load.
Experience working with children of all ages.
Experience working with childhood mental health and developmental disabilities.
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My experience with those with special needs comes from volunteering and personal experience. I'm a compassionate person who has a lot of patience and love to give! I can meet anyone where they're at and support them there. I would love to learn more about you or your loved one and see if I can make your life a little easier. Be...
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I have been babysitting for the past 8 years and was a summer nanny for 4 years. I have also worked in a preschool! I am currently studying to be an occupational therapist and I have experience with children with special needs. I am happy to run any errands needed and help with anything around the house! Hope to hear from you!
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