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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Watertown, MA
The average rate is $23/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
Special needs caregivers in Watertown, MA
Mislene D.
Watertown, MA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dedicated Healthcare Professional Who Loves Helping Others.
5.0
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I have spent the past three years pursuing my passion to help others. I have completed a Home Health Aide Program and Nurse Aide Training Program and hope to use these skills to better the lives of my clients. I am proficient in English, Portuguese and Spanish.
5.0
"Mislene is an amazing Caregiver...She cared for my adult severely handicapped sister Elizabeth...She gave her the most thorough and loving care. Elizabeth loves her. I HIGHLY recommend Mislene for all your...
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5.0
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I am currently a graduate student in Boston studying to become a licensed speech language pathologist. My interests include working with children and students with a variety of delays/disorders such as Autism, Down Syndrome, and other developmental, cognitive and/or intellectual disabilities.
5.0
"Works well with special needs children, has good teaching skills.
I am planning on using her as often as I can."
Reviewed by Peter G.
Rosanna L.
Watertown, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I've been a caregiver for over 10 years for my husband, children and mom. I have 2 kids and my 17yr old is on the Autism Spectrum. All the while I still held down another full-time job.
I speak fluent English, Italian, strong family values, very patient, detail oriented, tech savvy, assist you with paying and organizing your...
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I am a newly licensed nurse seeking a position working in home care. I have experience in acute care settings working with patients with a wide range of diagnoses.
Ranita T.
Watertown, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Dedicated College Graduate Offering Compassionate And Coordinated Care Services
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Hi! I'm Ranita, a motivated college graduate with a B. A. in Biology, Society and Environment, Minor in Public Health, and 5+ years of personal care experience. I live in Minneapolis, MN and specialize in behavioral health disorders. In addition to my experience caring for those with memory and mental health challenges, I have...
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I have experience working with individuals with various disabilities and can provide behavior intervention and assist with ADLs. I am CPPI trained and RBT certified.
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My name is Molly; I live in Amherst Ma; I am looking for work for the summer (mid-May to August)
I have worked in various care-taking jobs for about 6 years now. I have experience assisting with tasks such as house-care (cleaning and organizing various spaces, sweeping/vacuuming, washing dishes, etc.) and personal care...
Kendra H.
Watertown, MA
$11-16/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have worked with kids with special needs for many years. I also have two sisters who have severe special needs. I help with personal care, meal prep, medication reminders and much more. I've also worked as a home health aide for 5 years. I'm a nonsmoker and am comfortable working around pets as well. I'm very animal friendly,...
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I spent 5 years working with a special needs boy. When I first began with him he was on a GI tube with a Mickey button. I was responsible for administering his foods, liquids and medications through the GI tube. He remained on the GI tube until after his 10th birthday when he was finally fully able to eat on his own. I was also...
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Experience with ages ranging from infancy to preteens. Medical experience: prematurity, tracheostomy/ventilator dependence, feeding tube dependence, oncology, CHD, developmental delays, epilepsy, learning disabilities, behavioral disorders, limited mobility, and blindness. (Further detail available upon request.)
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Hello! My name is Athena, I am 27 years old and live in Watertown, MA. I'm a speech-language pathologist working full time for two schools in Boston. I have extensive babysitting and nannying experience with all ages from 2 months of age to high school including special needs. I'm happy to help and look forward to meeting you!
Jonathan P.
Watertown, MA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Jonathan and I am looking for a summer job. Last summer I worked a summer camp at an elementary school in Watertown (not happening this summer). I also work at the same school during the year as an Instructional Assistant (IA). I am a 1 on 1 aid for kids with special needs. I also work after school with 5th...
Mary T.
Watertown, MA
$32/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi there!
My name is Mary, I am currently a kindergarten teacher looking for summer work with kids. I have experience nannying and babysitting for 8 years, as well as housecleaning for 10 years, and private tutoring for 6 years.
I come from a family of 12, and now have many nieces and nephews, so there's never a dull moment.
I...
Lillian R.
Watertown, MA
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi there! My name is Lilly and I am currently based in Watertown, MA. I have some light experience babysitting but would love to expand my experience and work as a nanny! I have experience with special needs children having grown up with a brother on the Autism spectrum. Currently, I am working on becoming a professional dancer...
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I have experience with twins, add/adhd, and special needs.
I have experience also with children 5 months old and up.
Also available short notice!
5.0
"Even when it's a last minute request Nicole is there available and ready!"
Reviewed by Rose J.
4.5
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My name is Julia. I have 10 years of experience taking care of children (all ages and also with special needs - TDAH). Additionally, I'm CPR and First Aid certified. I have bachelor's degree, speak English, Portuguese and Spanish. I don't drink or smoke. I'm pet friendly, strong driver/swimmer.
4.0
"Julia cared for our 2 year old daughter for two days. She was on time and reliable, and did a good job caring for a toddler including playing, feeding lunch, and going to the park. "
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Alexa M.
Dedham, MA
$21-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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I have had experience with newborns, toddlers and children ages up to 10 years old. I have watched over a baby with special needs. I have cooked for children, driven them places and I also love to do fun activities! I am currently in college also! I am CPR certified and always ready to help!
5.0
"Alexa is kind to my son. She is reliable and very proactive in offering her time.
She is willing to go above and beyond for us which is more than I could ask for."
Reviewed by Laura B.
5.0
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My name is Lesley. I am available to babysit on an as-needed basis.
For 5 years, I worked as an assistant teacher for special needs students in an elementary school. I have over 10 years of experience caring for kids of all ages in their homes or in a professional daycare setting.
I'm CPR and First Aid trained with plenty...
5.0
"Lesley was wonderful. She took initiative, was extremely communicative about all the details of working for me, was very punctual, and was able to manage behavioral challenges with multiple children. I would...
Reviewed by Lisa R.
Olga M.
Woburn, MA
$33-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, my name is Olga and I have been babysitting/nannying for about 12 years. I absolutely love caring for children. I am a patient, trustworthy, responsible and dependable person. I've been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I have experience with children ages 3months to 10 years old. I worked at a daycare for...
5.0
"I have known Olga for over 5 years and she is the most dependable nanny I know. She is able to connects with my kids right away and genuinely loves the company of children. She has a great understanding of...
Reviewed by Selam R.
5.0
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Hi all! My name is Emily and I moved to the South End to pursue my education to become a genetic counselor. I have babysat children of all ages since I was in middle school. During my college years, I counseled socially and emotionally challenged elementary students and this past year I was a special needs educator for middle...
5.0
"Emily is a lovely person. She's prompt, trustworthy, and reliable. She's had a lot of experience with caring for others across a large age range and with many different needs. She loves children and is super...
Reviewed by Jenna M.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Watertown, MA
Mislene D.
5.0
Mislene is an amazing Caregiver...She cared for my adult severely handicapped sister Elizabeth...She gave her the most thorough and loving care. Elizabeth loves her. I HIGHLY recommend Mislene for all your home care needs.
- Care member
Athena Z.
5.0
Works well with special needs children, has good teaching skills.
I am planning on using her as often as I can.
- Peter G.
Nicole C.
5.0
We hired Nicole to watch my elderly mom with dementia and she was nothing short of amazing! She was always a few minutes early and had the patients of a saint. I would highly recommend her for any babysitting needs you may have. The woman has patience’s of a saint and goes above and beyond to make...
- Care member
Julia P.
5.0
Thanks to her regular family being out of town on vacation, Julia was able to swoop in and save us when our babysitter canceled on us at the last minute while we were in town for a trade show. Julia took our girls to museums and parks, prepped and fed them lunch, and got our 2 year old down for a...
- Emily G.
Alexa M.
5.0
Alexa is kind to my son. She is reliable and very proactive in offering her time.
She is willing to go above and beyond for us which is more than I could ask for.
- Laura B.
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