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Kayla L.

Part Time Care Giver

Chicopee, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a 32-year-old teacher who has experience with a wide age group range of infant - school age. I have worked with children for the last 14 years. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children. I have a strong love and passion for all children of all ages. I love arts and crafts along with playing outside,...
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Special Needs

Enfield, CT

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$22/hr
2 years experience
I worked for 3 years with people with cognitive disabilities such as epilepsy, autism, cerebral palsy, among others.
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Experienced Childcare Teacher

Indian Orchard, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked in childcare for the past 3 years. I am certified through EEC as an infant/toddler and preschool teacher. I have first aid and CPR certification I am experienced with special needs as I am also a pca for a little boy with spina bifida
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Friendly, Energetic Sitter

Chicopee, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Steffanie and I have 2 years of experience as a special needs paraprofessional in the school system working with elementary and middle school aged children. I also have experience as a mental health counselor where I cared for children by providing fun, creative games to learn and play as well as always made sure...
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Chicopee, MA

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$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I'm very patient and outgoing. I like to cook, clean and be organized. I don't mind pets and bathing. I've been working with special needs people for 3 years and I love it. I like to take walks and to go places. I'm a multitasker and I'm positive. I love making people happy and doing what's best for them. I'm fun and...
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Companion/Homemaker

Indian Orchard, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Medical Assistant/Receptionist Experienced in providing quality patient care. Skilled in phlebotomy, OB/GYN, geriatrics & pediatric care. Able to learn new tasks and concepts quickly and efficiently. Certified in CPR/First aid. Bilingual in English/Spanish. SKILLS Vital signs Electrocardiogram Sterilization techniques Patient...
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Ludlow, MA

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Hello! I have worked with kids for 2 years as a camp and after school program counselor. I have a teaching degree for English secondary Edu. And can speak several languages (Portuguese and French) and studying a few more (Korean and ASL). I currently work with adults with special needs and disabilities.
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Experienced Child Care Worker

Indian Orchard, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been an early childhood teacher for the past 10 years. I have experience with children of different needs. (Spina bifida, autism, cerebral palsy, hydrocephalus, adhd, odd and many more)
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Make A Difference

Enfield, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I worked for Easter Seals of NJ. I love helping people and I believe in concept that one person can make a difference.
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Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

Chicopee, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a stay at home mom with over a decade of childcare experience, including nannying for infants and toddlers as well as older children; I have worked with children with varying types and degrees of special needs, and I have tutored in math, ESL, and literature. I was an EMT for 3 years prior to the birth of my daughter and...
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Special Needs Childcare

East Longmeadow, MA

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I work during the day as a Special Education Teacher. I work with children in Pre K- 1st grade. I have experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Neurological disorders, and Developmental delays. I have experience working with students that communicate through PECS. I love working with...
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Full Time Caregiver Available

Wilbraham, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
In high school I took a class working with the special needs students in the school. I remember the first day I went there they were just so welcoming, and it really made me never want to miss a day of school because I loved working with them. I was basically a teachers aid, and I took the class repeatedly in my last three years...
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Seeking Part Time/ Full Time Work With Physically And Developmentally Challenged Individuals

Agawam, MA

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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have worked in the human services industry for 20 years plus. During such time I have worked with a wide variety of individuals with varying physical and developmental disabilities. I currently work as a special education teacher. I passionately and patiently enjoy helping to maintain and enhance the quality life of others.
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Enfield, CT

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Awesome with kiddos loves to nurture them and see them grow up have experience with autism and other disabilities like type 1 diabetes. Loves to cooking clean do homework can do nap time
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Dog Sitter/Babysitter

Enfield, CT

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$25/hr
15 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
With 15+ years of childcare experience and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, I bring a calm, caring, and knowledgeable approach to supporting kids of all ages. I'm CPR/First Aid certified, have training in early childhood development, and experience with children with special needs. I love keeping kids active and...
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Summer Hours Caregiver/sitter

Enfield, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I work as a special education paraeducator for middle to high school ages. I am willing to work with younger than that though.
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A Little About Me : )

Holyoke, MA

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$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Anita, I am 19 years old and have my Associates degree in Liberal Arts with extra credits in early childhood education. I'm currently a student in university halfway to my Bachelors degree in social work. I'm in the process of achieving a CPR certification. I have one year of experience working in a private school for...
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Chicopee, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with kids since I was 14 years old. For nine years I worked in the Springfield Public Schools (Pre-K to High School) working as a Speech and Language Therapist and then went back to school to get my Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis. I love playing, teaching and supporting humans and helping them figure...
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Enfield, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Jess. I am a second year occupational therapy student with a passion for pediatrics. I am friendly, reliable, and have a strong work ethic. My experience includes a year of working for a child with a developmental disability, 1. 5 years as a special education para educator, and level one pediatric OT...
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Kayleah From Agawam, MA

Agawam, MA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I have over 3 years of professional babysitting/nanny experience caring for children from the ages of 2 to 15. Alongside this, I have more advanced caregiving experience being a registered PCA with the state of MA and working with children with both special needs and disabilities. Medication administration, mobility aid,...
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