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Cynthia C.

Arlington Heights, MA

from: $15/hr

I've worked for the past few years pre and post grad as a volunteer art mentor and counselor to kids/teens (specifically those on the autism spectrum). I have several years of experience working with kids, teens, and young adults with special needs in the context of both education, mentorship, peer counseling and basic...

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Jessica C.

Arlington Heights, MA

from: $20/hr

2 years experience

I've had experience working with a variety of diagnosed students across the board came through 22 and currently working with special needs adults at AHS with LABBB. I am very patient and understanding, love connecting with people of all ages through art and creating safe engaging environments.

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Jillian B.

Part-time Nanny/ Babysitter

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

meal prep

travel

I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old. Not only have I cared for neighbors children, but I also have 4 nephews and 2 nieces who I have also cared for (now ranging from 5 months to 18 years old). I also have a younger sister (four years younger than me) who is special needs who I have been caring for my entire life. I...

Brandy M. says "Jilian is currently providing child care and assistance with remote learning for my son. She is wonderful and we are happy to have her."

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Denzil P.

Caring And Committed Caregiver And Babysitter

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Light cleaning

meal prep

travel

I provide tutoring and babysitting services to special needs students, after school and on weekends. I also provide PCA support to adults with spinal chord injury or have cerebral palsy. I also have a 26-year-old son - a US Navy veteran - who is currently away in college. I'm caring, patient and diligent.

Alysia A. says "Denzil was among the best caregivers we ever worked with to help with our severely autistic son. Denzil is warm, open, and energetic. He would take our...

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Nicole C.

Experienced And Knowledgeable Tutor

East Boston, MA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Carpooling

swimming supervision

craft assistance

light cleaning

meal prep

I am an elementary school teacher living in Boston. I am fun and compassionate and love promoting hands on and outdoor learning experiences for kids. I have experience working with special needs students as well as managing behavior in my class. I also have worked as a nanny and camp counselor. I have a masters degree in...

Erica F. says "Nicole has taken care of our children all summer (ages 9 & 10) and has been fantastic - compassionate, creative, responsible, and fun. She was flexible...

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Paul M.

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

10 years experience

Errands

personal care

hospice services

light cleaning

transportation

+ 1 more

I am an experienced, compassionate CNA but currently licensed nurse (LPN/LvN) with 10 years experience as a HHA/CNA. I have experience working with patients with different stages of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease , hospice and other conditions and ailments related to geriatric and disabled/ special needs...

Care Member says "Paul did an absolutely spectacular job with my dad who was 93 years old and suffering from in operable bone cancer. My dad was in considerable pain and...

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Emily F.

Special Needs Provider

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)

from: $10/hr

3 years experience

I have worked with children with special needs for 5 years. I was a therapeutic support staff worker for two children at a camp. I helped with social skills and integrating them with their peers. I was a lead teacher at a school with children with ASD (autism) and other behavior disorders in a school setting. I have experience...

Ann H. says "Emily has been a great employee. She is wonderful in her interactions with children and the children really like her.She is responsible and always on time....

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Jessica G.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)

from: $10/hr

10 years experience

Carpooling

travel

craft assistance

light cleaning

swimming supervision

I am 46 years old and have been taking care of children for 30+ years. I have dedicated my life to making a difference in the lives of children. I love them, and love doing all the things that children love to do (play, games, crafts, etc) My biggest goal is to give children the opportunity to grow and learn at their own pace,...

Ali M. says "Our family has known Jess for 12 years and she has babysat our 2 daughters from toddler through preteen ages and was phenomenal with them at all ages. She is...

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Sarah Beth W.

Recent College Graduate - Home For The Summer!

Lexington, MA

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

5 years experience

I have 5 years of experience babysitting children aged 3 months to 18 years. I just recently graduated college with a degree in early childhood education and human development. I am comfortable with pets!

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Alexandra K.

Vaccinated Summer Nanny

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Carpooling

swimming supervision

craft assistance

light cleaning

travel

+ 1 more

Hi! I'm a nanny with 7 years, 30+ families & 75+ kids worth of experience. As a Wellesley College student I have taken classes in neuroscience & anthropology-preparing me for all backgrounds & developmental abilities-& medical school one day! I am both CPR certified & have worked as an EMT for 2 years responding to 911...

Care Member says "She was great! The kids had so much fun with her and was even asking if she was coming back the next day. Very polite and punctual. Would definitely...

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Denzil P.

Passionate Caregiver And Father

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I am a proud father to a 24-year-old son who served 4 years in the US Navy, and attended public schools and was in the special education strand in elementary school. My son, Jajuan is currently a college student in Tokyo. I bring my experiences as a parent to my role as a passionate educator/childcare giver. I believe that I am...

Karen B. says "Denzil is the most caring, accommodating and helpful caregiver we have had for our adult son with CP, who has mobility issues. Denzil is always friendly,...

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Shannon G.

Pediatric RN

Malden, MA

5.0(0)

from: $45/hr

4 years experience

Hi everyone! I am a Pediatric RN with 4 years of experience on an infant/toddler step down critical care unit. I have experience in: -prematurity -tracheostomies -ng tubes -G tubes -J tubes -central lines -changing -feeding -PN and lipids -ostomies -OEIS -spit fistulas -Straight catheterization -foleys -injections -all...

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Arismar M.

Fun, Educational Nanny!

Boston, MA

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Craft assistance

light cleaning

swimming supervision

travel

Hi, my name is Arismar (Ari) for short, I am 27 years old & I am currently enrolled at Bay Path University. I have been involved in childcare for about 8-10 years. I started my journey at my mothers family day care back when I was 18. Since then I have worked as a nanny for a few families, worked for Child care center & have...

Nancy R. says "Ari has been with our family since I went back to work when my son was 3 months old, until now when he'll be starting preschool. She is extremely reliable...

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Isabelle S.

New Graduate Looking For Nannying Job In Boston (Trilingual, & Performing Arts Coach!)

South Boston, MA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

travel

light cleaning

meal prep

swimming supervision

I'm a graduate of The New School in NYC and am moving to South Boston this month. I have years of experience with children, through nannying for various families, private coaching in performing arts, and group teaching experience. I am CPR certified, have taken care of children ages 6 months and up, and have volunteered in a...

Care Member says "Very good with kids, very down to earth, would highly recommend and honestly should’ve paid her more. She’s a gem of a human being, hire her!"

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Alma M.

Experienced, Bilingual, Loving, Fun And Dependable Professional Nanny

Winchester, MA

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

17 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

craft assistance

swimming supervision

travel

Hello! I'm a kind, compassionate caregiver from Panama. As the oldest sibling, caregiving has been part of my life from early on. I have over 17 years of experience working with children of all ages-from newborns to teens-including those with special needs. I've worked internationally as an Au Pair and nanny in Spain, Panama,...

Cristina D. says "Alma helped us care for our daughter from about 1 to 1.5 years old. We ended up moving from the city which is why we couldn't keep Alma on as our...

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Denia C.

Roxbury, MA

5.0(0)

from: $40/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Hello, my name is Denia. I am dedicated compassionate care provider with 30 years experience promoting exceptional care to patients comfort. My experience entails: pain/medication management, mobility assistance, meal preparation, cooking, cleaning, offer companionship, and emotional support, toileting, incontinence care,...

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Ashley B.

Full/Part Time Nanny

Melrose, MA

5.0(1)

from: $22/hr

10 years experience

Carpooling

swimming supervision

craft assistance

light cleaning

travel

+ 1 more

I have worked with children for 13+ years in a variety of roles, including assistant dance instructor, children's counselor at recreational programs, lead infant teacher in a childcare center, and most recently as a full-time nanny. I completed coursework in child growth and development, children with special needs, child...

Katie S. says "My daughters (2 years & 6 months) love when Ashley comes to babysit. Ashley always has fun activities planned and is focused 100% on my girls the whole...

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Sarah P.

Care For All Ages And All Abilities, Tutoring Offered, Part Time

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

In 2009 I began volunteering at in the Art department at a day program for adults with developmental disabilities. I immediately realized that this was something I wanted to continue doing. Since then I have worked at several day-hab facilities, including one which focused on teaching art to adults with behavioral challenges. I...

Sara F. says "Sarah came to watch my children once. They absolutely loved her! She entertained them the whole night and despite being allowed to have a movie night, I...

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Erica C.

Full/Part Time Caregiver Available

Malden, MA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hello, my name is Erica C. and I am 32 years old. I am out-going, responsible, loving, and kind hearted. I love to see them play, go to the park and learn new things. I have worked as an Optical consultant, medical tech, Law secretary & housekeeper. I have been around children my whole life and have done my fair share of...

Gail S. says "Erica is extremely reliable. She goes out of her way for my needs and comfort zone.. Gail"

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Alicia N.

Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Companionship

hospice services

dementia

errands

light cleaning

+ 1 more

I have 16+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care , Personal Care and Special needs, and Companionship. I have been a Geriatric caregiver since 2005 I worked for my company for 6 yrs and been a private caregiver for 10 yrs. Am very compassionate, patience, understanding and easy to talk to. I have a very humorous side...

Diana O. says "My family hired Alicia to care for my 88 year old dad after a bad fall. She was extremely caring and helpful and did a great job with him. I would hirely...

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Jillian B.

Jilian is currently providing child care and assistance with remote learning for my son. She is wonderful and we are happy to have her.

- Brandy M.

Denzil P.

Denzil was among the best caregivers we ever worked with to help with our severely autistic son. Denzil is warm, open, and energetic. He...

- Alysia A.

Nicole C.

Nicole has taken care of our children all summer (ages 9 & 10) and has been fantastic - compassionate, creative, responsible, and fun. She...

- Erica F.

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Arlington Heights, MA

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Cynthia C.

Jessica C.

Jillian B.

Part-time Nanny/ Babysitter

Denzil P.

Caring And Committed Caregiver And Babysitter

Nicole C.

Experienced And Knowledgeable Tutor

Paul M.

Emily F.

Special Needs Provider

Jessica G.

Sarah Beth W.

Recent College Graduate - Home For The Summer!

Alexandra K.

Vaccinated Summer Nanny

Denzil P.

Passionate Caregiver And Father

Shannon G.

Pediatric RN

Arismar M.

Fun, Educational Nanny!

Isabelle S.

New Graduate Looking For Nannying Job In Boston (Trilingual, & Performing Arts Coach!)

Alma M.

Experienced, Bilingual, Loving, Fun And Dependable Professional Nanny

Denia C.

Ashley B.

Full/Part Time Nanny

Sarah P.

Care For All Ages And All Abilities, Tutoring Offered, Part Time

Erica C.

Full/Part Time Caregiver Available

Alicia N.

Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

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Jillian B.

Denzil P.

Nicole C.

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