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MA Partnership for Diversity in Education Annual Conference (Regis College)

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Get ready to connect, learn, and grow at the MPDE Building Bridges Annual Conference! We’re excited to invite you to this premier event, which will be held on Friday, November 1, 2024, at Regis College. This conference will unite thought leaders and professionals across the Commonwealth for insightful sessions, networking, and growth opportunities through our expanded conference, which will introduce workshop breakout sessions.

We are excited to hear from our Keynote speaker, Dr. Ruby Ababio Fernandez, Co-Author of Shifting Self and System and Executive Vice President of Programming and Development at Courageous Conversation.

Member districts will receive TWO complimentary tickets, and additional tickets are $100 per member district. Tickets for non-member districts are $200. Please register here on Eventbrite. Just so you know, registration is non-refundable.

We are excited to see you on November 1. If you have any questions, please contact us at masspartnershipfordiversity@gmail.com.

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Babysitting Preschooler (Somerville and Cambridge)

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Job Description: I am looking for afternoon care for my 4-year-old son, Gus. You’d pick him up at his preschool in Harvard Square and then bring him home or explore the city together (no housework or meal prep required). We live near Aeronaut Brewing in Somerville, which is walking distance from his school and an easy bus ride from Tufts. 

Us: Gus is adventurous, friendly, creative, has an incredible zest for life, and is a ton of fun. He loves playgrounds, ice cream, dinosaurs, telling jokes, T-rides, and making new friends. I’m a solo mom who taught preschool for 20 years and now runs a preschool (the one that Gus goes to).  

You: Someone who enjoys the company of preschoolers, warm and kind with an adventurous spirit. Gus is a little extra vibrant and more active than your average preschooler (I’ve got strategies in place and I’m happy to tell you more), so a background in child development and/or experience babysitting would come in handy (though isn’t necessary). 

Required hours: Tuesday 3-6 and Wednesday 3-6. 

Additional hours that would be wonderful: Monday 12-3, Tuesday 12-3, Wednesday 12-3, and Friday 12-3. Monday 7pm-8pm. 

Pay: $23+ based on experience. Guaranteed hours, paid time off, sick days. 

Start date: ASAP, through the rest of the semester, and hopefully next semester (and next year), too.
Location: Harvard Square and Spring Hill
If interested, please email Lindsey623@gmail.com or text me at 347-820-1633. Thank you!

Nanny for Infant (Near Tufts)

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Seeking a part time nanny for two full days a week when I return to work. Our son will be 4 months by the time we would require help. Must be comfortable with dogs as we have a very happy and well trained 5 year old chocolate lab. We live right next to tufts campus for convenience. We can be flexible on which two days depending on class schedules/other jobs/etc. 

Our son is a very happy and easy going baby. One day one of us may be working from home and we would care for our dog, but on days we are both in the office some light pet care would be required (simply letting her out in the fenced in yard to pee) 

Start date: flexible. Please reach out and we can chat. 
Hourly rate: $20-25/hr 8a-4:30p, depending on experience. 
If interested, please reach out to Caitlin at McDonough.caitlin@gmail.com or call 339-927-6751

Babysitter (West Medford)

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We are looking for an occasional date night babysitter for our two kids (age 1 and 4). This would be evenings once or twice a month typically starting after 6pm. Looking for someone who could come during/after dinner, play a little bit and put them to bed. 

Location: West Medford, off High Street
Start Date: ASAP
Requirements: Able to provide reference(s)
Pay: $20-25 depending on experience 
Contact: Elaine ehrichardson08@gmail.com / 617-697-4075

Babysitter (Somerville)

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We are looking for an occasional babysitter for our 4 and 7 yr old. They love to play, draw and chat with babysitters! Our schedule changes week to week so would text in advance to check availability. Times we typically need sitters are midweek evenings, Thur & Fri mornings and weekends. 

If you are interested please contact Sarah at sconnol@gmail.com or 781-223-6507

Location: West Somerville, walking distance from Tufts.

Pay: $20-$25/hr

School Adjustment Counselor Long Term Substitute (Stoneham, MA)

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Colonial Park Elementary School (Stoneham Public Schools) has an opening for a licensed social worker, mental health or school counselor with experience working with elementary age students. The start date for this position is November 13, 2024.

Please see the PDF below for more information. To apply, click here.

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Long-Term Substitute Teacher: Biology (Somerville)

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Somerville High School is hiring a Long-Term Substitute Biology Teacher to work full-time from 1/6/25 to 4/11/25. To learn more about this opening, click here.

If you’re interested in applying, contact Marianna Hosking (Science Dept. Chair) at mhosking@k12.somerville.ma.us

After-school Childcare (Cambridge)

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Description: We have two children aged 7 and 3.5 and are looking for help 2 to 3 evenings a week. This job includes picking our kids up from school, bringing them home and spending the evening with them till after dinner time. This job is perfect for a graduate student, a teacher and other roles. Below you will find more specifics on what we are looking for:

  • A loving caretaker for our two young children.
  • Car and active driver’s license. We will provide car seats.
  • Evening activities with the kids.

Optional weekend hours are a bonus, but not required. Please reach out if you think we would be a good match – we would love to talk soon. Thank you!

Hours: 2 to 3 times a week. 3:30-7:00pm.
Pay: $20-$24 based on experience.

Start date: ASAP
Location: Cambridge and North Cambridge
If interested, please email amenazavery@gmail.com or text me at 5059181265.

After-school Childcare (Arlington, MA)

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We’re looking for help after school for our two boys (ages 4. 5yrs and 6.5yrs), and we need care M-F from 2:00-5:00. If you’re only available for some of those days, we’d still love to hear from you. The hourly rate ranges from $30-$35/hr depending on experience. 

We both work from home, and we live in a 2-family house in Arlington. My in-laws live on the first floor and often take one of the boys on an adventure so most days you’d only have one child.

The boys love being outside, riding their scooters, playing Magnatiles, and building with Legos so we’re looking for a loving and fun person to spend the afternoons with them. We hope that person is you!

If you’re interested, please reach out to Bridget at bridgeoconnor@gmail.com

Caregiver for 23-year-old (Cambridge)

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Who is Iram?

23 Years old, easy going, Toilet-Trained, limited verbal, Independent in many ways.

Autistic, OCD

What are the hours?

  • hours: Monday through Friday
  • 9am to 3pm, 30 hours per week
  • Possible weekends
  • One can do one or multiple days a week, all the hours or few hours a week.
  • Salary: $27+ ( negotiable based on education and experience)

What are the duties?

  • With Iram, plan the day – Write up a schedule.
  • Help Iram transition from one activity to the next.
  • Help Iram expand his repertoire of preferred activities
  • Go for walks
  • Purchase items needed and prepare lunch.
  • Purchase and serve healthy snack or lunch (lunch cost for Iram provided  by family)
  • Assist with daily living activities such as toothbrushing, handwashing, walking, playgrounds, library, local errands etc.
  • help plan life skills such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, folding. Budget
  • Bank card or cash purchase skills.
  • Take Iram to volunteer jobs or paid job when family can arrange one for Iram.
  • Take Iram to Gym, swim
  • Take Iram to community outing like Mall, zoo, Aquarium , mini golfing.

Job Requirements:

  • Education/Degree in Special need is required. Prior caregiver experience required. Prior experience working with special needs individual is required.
  • Has to go through usual background check.
  • Responsible, punctual person with excellent hygiene and strong references.
  • Excellent driving record.
  • Safe, reliable vehicle. Typical transportation needs are within 5 miles but even if drive is further the mileage will be paid.
  • Ideal caregiver will be nice, kind, calm, warm, upbeat, curious, active, energetic.

Please email Meheruba at meheruba@hotmail.com or call 617-335-0030 if interested.