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60 special needs caregivers are listed in West Springfield, MA
The average rate is $18/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in West Springfield, MA
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Hello! I am a registered nurse that has been a stay at home mom since Covid hit. I have 2 daughters, 7 and 8 years old. I am looking for a part time job. My oldest child has a lot of special needs ( intellectual disability, nonverbal, feeding tube, cannot walk). There are lots of things she can do though!! I was a Nicu nurse and...
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I have 10 years of experience as a special education teacher! I have experience tutoring at the elementary level and have taught children in the public school settings. I also have "in home" experience helping children with special needs using Applied Behavioral Analysis. I have my masters degree in Special Education
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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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Hello! I am a registered nurse that stopped working when Covid hit. I worked in the hospital for 8 years and then I was a school nurse for 2 years. Since Covid started I have been home taking care of my kids. I have 2 daughters 7 and 8. My 8-year-old has a lot of special needs. I am looking for a part time job. I would be...
Jacqueline R.
Chicopee, MA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have worked as an EMT for 3 years and in the course of that work have interacted with patients of all ages with varying physical and cognitive delays. Outside of EMT work, I have also personally cared for several children with varying degrees of special needs, most recently a young child with severe physical and cognitive...
Olivia T.
Westfield, MA
$15-20/hr
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Hello my name is Olivia and I am currently a senior at Westfield State University studying special education. I have babysat for a while including watching my younger sister who has a developmental delay. I have experience have a family member who is special needs and participating in activities such as my towns version of...
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Provide Direct Care Services along with support to individuals with intellectual and physical abilities.
Implementation of behavioral and recreational programs as well as leisurely activities.
Perform housekeeping duties and preparation of meals for clients.
Maintain confidential records in accordance with program policies and...
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HI! I am a former classroom and special needs teacher, then became a home school mom and now am looking to help and support other families. I love to read books and explore the world whether it be a pretty rock or a beautiful river. I can help with homework and provide tutoring as well and create fun learning activities if you...
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Hi! My name is Patti, and have been a CNA for 25+ years with a focus on home health aid work for the last 15 years. My experience as a home health aid has been focused on providing comfortable and thoughtful care. My clients have had a wide range of needs, and I pride myself on my adaptability in every situation. My background...
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Caroline W.
Agawam, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Nanny Senior Occupational Therapy Student At UNH
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Both my parents are special education teachers. For the past 2 summers, I have been a caretaker for a 11-year-old girl with Down syndrome where I cooked for her, played games, took her out, and helped with ADL's.
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Caretest C.
Chicopee, MA
$10-15/hr
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My special needs experience is primarily with speech disorders but I do have some experience with varies degrees of the spectrum.
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Hello! My name is Caroline, I'm a college student taking the year off and living in Nashville for the time being. I have extensive background experience in childcare, from the childcare center at an athletic club, to private nannying, to working with children with special needs; I have experience in nearly every department! In...
5.0
"Caroline is a great babysitter! She is reliable and always actively plays with our kids. She takes them outside on adventures whenever possible."
Reviewed by Sonja W.
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I have 10 years of professional experience in childcare. My education is an associate's degree in general studies, including courses in child development and children's literature. I have received play therapy training and have used it in working with children from kindergarten to third grade as a paraprofessional in the...
5.0
"Mary is incredibly sweet and was so great with our kids. We have 2 under the age of 3 and they were always excited to see her! She has incredible patience and was very caring with them. Not to mention our...
Reviewed by Ryan C.
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As a childcare worker for over a decade I started off working in Windsor Public Schools as a Before/After School Program Leader along with working as a STEM teacher in summer camp. Next I worked in daycares as both a Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher and as a Floating Teacher. Most recently I was a Math/Reading Interventionist, giving...
5.0
"Amy came to babysit our 2 year old son today and she is absolutely amazing! I can't say enough good things. Proactive, self-starter, hardworking, nurturing, kind, and empathetic. She is a mother herself and, as...
Reviewed by Matthew F.
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Hello! Thank you for visiting my page. I have always had a soft spot in caring for those with special needs. My childhood best friend had a sister with Angelman syndrome, which sparked my interest in helping those with special needs. I went through an emergency medical technician training course, and passed my certification...
4.0
"Julia house sat/stayed with our 12-year-old beagle. Julia was punctual, kind, caring and dependable. She kept him happy, and safe and she was able to get him to take his medication, which is not always an easy...
Reviewed by Susan H.
5.0
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Hi, (I am vaccinated) I have experience caring for children of all ages. I previously wanted to become a Kindergarten teacher, but due to life decisions and covid I've decided to pursue other options. while caring children I have also started a pet care business where I care for any animal whether its horses or dogs, walks or...
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"Bella is incredible! Her love for kids shows as she listens, respects, and truly connects with them in such a positive way. She's fun and creative with them and has the patience of a saint with my toddler and...
Reviewed by Crystal S.
5.0
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Hi, I'm Emily! I am a recent graduate from Springfield College and first-year grad student at The University of Connecticut studying speech-language pathology! I have been working professionally with children, primarily those with special needs, since high school and I absolutely love it. I've gotten lots of experience with...
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"I'm a new mom and I was feeling so overwhelmed. I hired Emily to help me with my 5 month old and she was amazing with her. She catered to both of our needs and made me feel so comfortable. I highly recommend...
Reviewed by Melissa S.
Whitney H.
Easthampton, MA
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Preschool Teacher With Flexible Schedule- Available Weekdays, Weeknights, And Weekends!
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Greetings! I'm Whitney, I'm 29 and live in Northampton. I have been a preschool teacher for 8 years.
I am about to graduate with a Master's in Early childhood education, as well!
***21 per hour but negotiable depending on ages and number of children.
I am searching for summer work as well as late nights/date night care....
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"Whitney is absolutely fabulous with my two toddlers! My kiddos are very outgoing and energetic and Whitney met them with the same enthusiasm with every activity they did together. The summer flew by & my kids...
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Cindy H.
Enfield, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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As a certified home health aide I have worked with special needs children, as well as children without disabilities. I was with one child for seven wonderful years and worked with many others over the course of years.
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My mom has been a caregiver for over 20 years, so naturally I have been around and worked with kids all my life. I helped with walks, supervised children outside, changed diapers, did meal prep, and served meals. Recently, I have been working with a 12-year-old special needs child while simultaneously watching several daycare...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Springfield, MA
Caroline T.
5.0
Caroline is a great babysitter! She is reliable and always actively plays with our kids. She takes them outside on adventures whenever possible.
- Sonja W.
Mary B.
5.0
To say Mary went above and beyond would be an understatement. Our now 16 month old refused to walk until she started watching him.
Mary cares very much about feeding our baby a proper diet. He always eats fruits and veggies when she is around. She helps with his speech development, reads him...
- Liz S.
Amy R.
5.0
I cannot say enough good things about Amy. This was our first time using this service and I am so glad I did. Amy was incredibly kind, punctual and the most awesome playmate to my energetic six year old son. Amy made me feel at ease and engaged my son with activities that weren't screen based....
- Amy R.
Julia D.
4.0
Julia house sat/stayed with our 12-year-old beagle. Julia was punctual, kind, caring and dependable. She kept him happy, and safe and she was able to get him to take his medication, which is not always an easy task! I definitely recommend, and would hire Julia again.
- Susan H.
Bella B.
5.0
Bella is incredible! Her love for kids shows as she listens, respects, and truly connects with them in such a positive way. She's fun and creative with them and has the patience of a saint with my toddler and infant. Bella helped us with my toddler's development delays (PT, OT, speech therapy)....
- Crystal S.
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