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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Westfield, MA
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
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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...
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"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...
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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...
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"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.
Sarah H.
South Hadley, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello. I am available to help with senior or special needs care. I ran a group home for men for years. I am able to assist with medication administration MAP certified. I have experience with all people with special needs and seniors.
Emma G.
Northampton, MA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hello! I am Emma, I have over 5 years of childcare experience in a variety of settings. Most recently I have been a 1:1 para educator for special needs children. I also have a background in dance education and would love to bring some fun and movement to your home! I believe that every child brings their own energy and set of...
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Hello, my name is Karen, I have spent most of my life caring for children of all ages from 3 months-12-year-olds as well as children with special needs and other neurodivergent children. I have always provided safe care, entertainment, meals if desired, and most special requests, among other things. Im currently a Pediatric...
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I am Jamie a 26-year-old who loves working with children of all ages and personalities. I have years of experience working with a range of kids. I've worked with special needs kids for years ranging in different abilities. I've worked for the Enfield school system for a couple years as well as summer camps. I also know...
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Hello! My name is Nereida. Although I don't have childcare experience, I am a CNA of four and a half years. I have a 2-year-old daughter myself and have had some experience with special needs children in my family. I would love to start working with children
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I am a 49-year-old mother of 4, grandmother of 2. I feel like I've been a caregiver my whole life! I have had the pleasure of working with foster kids in the past. I also worked about 4 years in a home day care. I have done PCA work that included taking care of a quadriplegic for some years also with a young lady with Rhett's...
Isabella U.
Northampton, MA
$40/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm Isabella (they/she), I'm A Hampshire College Graduate.
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Im currently a para educator at a Northampton elementary school working in first grade. Last year I was working in kindergarten. I'm experienced in working with children with autism, but open to working with any children.
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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...
Paulina A.
Northampton, MA
$20-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time
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I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
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I have a naturally caring and sensitive approach to help those in need of care. I have several years of experience in caring for children and elderly with various conditions. I have a flexible schedule. Please contact me for references or more information.
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In the past, I have worked as an ABA Therapist/ Personal Assistant to a young non-verbal boy with Autism, as well as to a 22-year-old adult male on the spectrum. I have developed a heart and passion for developing relationships with people with special needs, and have learned a great deal through these experiences.
Laura R.
South Hadley, MA
$20-45/hr • 9 yrs exp
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I have been working with children for nine years (five of those years I specialized in working with kids with autism, and two specializing in applied behavior analysis). I am a registered behavior technician (RBT), working towards becoming a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA). I began working in this field because I want to...
Kathleen P.
Springfield, MA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have worked with special needs children most of my life. I had therapeutic foster children for many years and recently I did shared living with a handicapped woman. I worked as a special ed tutor for three years in an area school.
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I have been fortunate to secure employment through Care. com with three families whose needs have been varied and unique. Most recently I was employed by two 2 seniors from the West Hartford area. My duties included the following: schedule and provide transportation to all medical appointments; assist with medication compliance;...
Julia P.
Suffield, CT
$16-21/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I am a caring and patient special education teacher with over 6 years of experience working with students of different ages and ability levels.
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I work as a special education paraeducator for middle to high school ages. I am willing to work with younger than that though.
Nicole P.
East Longmeadow, MA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I am a registered nurse
I am looking for extra work
I am flexible
I am fun
I am reliable!
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I am a mother of 4 grandmother to 2. I worked in a home daycare (ECC certified) for 4 years and have taking care of foster children. I have also done several years of PCA work. One woman I took care of was Quadriplegic. I also took care of a young lady with Rhett's syndrome. I currently work at Sunshine Village and have the...
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