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Mars C.


Whately, MA

$14-17/hr5 yrs exp

Pca

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I have helped seniors & young adults with disabilities: with house keeping tasks. Cleaning, meal prep, running errands, medicine management, laundry assistance & some personal care etc.
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Caroline T.


Florence, MA

$23/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Full Time Nanny

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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."

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Autumn M.


Northampton, MA

$20/hr1 yrs exp

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I have a lot of experience working with special needs children, including nonverbal autistic kids. I spent years caring for my siblings who were diagnosed with autism, and then spent six months working as a paraprofessional for a severe developmental needs room at an elementary school before I left to pursue work here due to my...
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Emma C.


Northampton, MA

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Patient, Kind, And Easy-going

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Hello, I'm a Smith College student with a passion for providing compassionate care. Drawing from my experience working with children and young adults facing cognitive and mobility difficulties, I am dedicated to offering a supportive and enriching environment. As a caregiver, my focus extends beyond physical assistance to...
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Cryssy M.


Northampton, MA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Patient Care Provider

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I will provide information as soon as I can, but at the moment I need to review my personal and professional information which I will shoot to discuss via message until I'm able to update
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Kelsey G.


Sunderland, MA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced, Responsible, & Energetic Caretaker!

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I am currently a UMass Amherst doctoral student that works in the Amherst-Pelham public school district. I have been a certified babysitter since the age of 14 and am exceptionally comfortable working with children as I am from an extraordinarily large family myself! I have worked as a caretaker, paraprofessional, teacher's aide...
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Lukas R.


Sunderland, MA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Special Education/Needs

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My name is Lukas, and I've been working with children and adults with disabilities of all types since I was 13. My experience ranges from students with OCD, ADHD, ADD, Asperger's, high functioning Autism, and neuromuscular physical disabilities. The experience that gave me the most fulfillment and where I felt the most effective...
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Jeanne S.


Amherst, MA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I have always had an open mind and heart to those with special needs of any sort. I have family that is special needs, and my best friend of 11 years has been diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, Paranoid Schizophrenia, and is Manic Depressive. I do not hold anything against anyone and would like to pride myself in my patience...
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Bel M.


Sunderland, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

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I have 10+ years of working with children in various settings including classrooms, summer camps, one-on-one, and in-home care and I have experience with kids who have special needs. I'm happy to do chores around the house, sit and do homework, make dinner and bring children to and from activities. I'm excited to meet you and...
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Duncain K.


Amherst, MA

$18-50/hr6 yrs exp

Special Care Assistant You Can Trust.

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Hi, I'm a physician with six years plus experience in clinical practice currently in grad school and so I'm unable to work full time at the moment. I have experience with critical care as well as care of individuals with special considerations. Please reach out for specialized care you'd find helpful.
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Cynthia M.


Amherst, MA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

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Providing loving and cautious care to individuals unable to care for themselves, is one of my passions. I am able to help with bathing, dressing, meal prep, feeding, helping to get ambulatory, companionship, meds, insulin injections, assisting with mobility, lifting, etc. I would love to meet with you to determine whether or...
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Gwen J.


Amherst, MA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced In Camp ANCHOR Experienced Babysitter

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Graduating nursing school this upcoming May. Only thing on my schedule is studying for the NCLEX- so I am very flexible!
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Gwen J.


Amherst, MA

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

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I have worked with special needs children for three years now. I have worked with many families for babysitting children from newborns to 13 years of age. I have my own car and am totally flexible with times!
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Laura V.


South Deerfield, MA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

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I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Crafts and Grocery Shopping. I work with kids in school. I also have worked with special needs children. I am CPR certified. Non smoker. Comfortable with pets.
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Nick P.


Northampton, MA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

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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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Fiona D.


Amherst, MA

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

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I have quite a bit of experience with children, I have been a gymnastics coach since I was 15 where I taught children ages 4-15. During that time I was not only coaching but I was also making sure the children were in a safe and positive environment. I have also been babysitting since I was 14, usually looking after more than...
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Catherine Z.


Sunderland, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

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I have worked with children ages ranging from 4 days old to 15 years old. I have been babysitting for 10 plus years. I have a degree in Elementary Education and Special Education and a concentration in Behavioral Studies. I worked at a daycare and have experience in all ages from infant to preschool. Multiple children at a time...
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Alden R.


Amherst, MA

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

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I have been babysitting for 8 years. I have extensive experience in children ages 0-10. I have been CPR certified. I have extensive experience with children who have special needs. I have spent time substitute teaching in schools. I have also been a recreation counselor. I am studying elementary education as well as working...
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Catherine Z.


Sunderland, MA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

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I am a certified Special Education teacher. For 6 plus years I have had a boy who uses a feeding tube and wheel chair, not potty trained. I engage in activities to keep him involved. I also administer medications through the feeding tube. Lots of lifting and moving. I have had experience with severe autism in a residential...
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Sarah B.


Amherst, MA

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Love The Little And Big Moments And Everything In Between

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I have always loved working with kids. I am currently in college studying psychology with hopes of working with special need children in the future.

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