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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Allston, MA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Allston, MA
Emma S.
South Boston, MA
$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! My name is Emma and I am 24 years old. I absolutely love working with kids. I have worked at two different summer camps with children ranging from ages 3-12 along with children of special needs. In addition, I have babysat children from 6 months-13 years old and nannied full time the past four summers. I am CPR certified...
5.0
"Extremely professional, patient, and caring. Emma has watched my 4 children (from toddler to school aged) for years and is like a member of our family.
You would be lucky to have her!"
Reviewed by Alexi C.
5.0
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I have 17 years of experience working in health care. I enjoy helping others with their needs. As a Home Health Aide I am familiar with health care requirements regarding fall prevention, Infection Control and Universal Precautions, Hand Washing technique, COVID-19 safety and precautions, emergency situations, weather emergency,...
5.0
"For the last few months, Oksana has been taking our autistic son for weekend activities, filling a critical part of his schedule, a task she does with enthusiasm, dedication and professionalism
I can't...
Reviewed by Alex C.
Eli T.
Boston, MA
$25-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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I currently work with disabled adults at Perkins. I am very proud of and experienced in working with any disabled people.
5.0
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Currently Available ONLY for Overnight Care
Career Nanny & Mom of 4.
Currently Available PT as a Night Nanny.
Need help sleep training? - I can help!
I'm a Mom of 4 beautiful children 12 years old and under, including twins! I have been a professional Nanny for 25 years. I am a Certified Night Nanny. I am CPR and...
5.0
"Karna is a great communicator with a warm bubbly personality. Our daughter loves her!! She is proactive helping with dishes, laundry and organizing when baby is sleeping. She’s reliable, trustworthy and a...
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Natasha H.
Medford, MA
$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! My name is Natasha and I'm an Occupational Therapy Doctoral student at Tufts University. I have a breadth of experience working with kids in various settings, including special needs and recreational after-school programs. I love to plan craft activities and fun games, and would be able to help out with light housekeeping...
5.0
"Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!"
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Marlene G.
Roslindale, MA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Attentive and responsible 33-year-old part time babysitter with over 12 years of paid experience. Prioritizes reading and educational activities such as arts and crafts. Enjoys cooking and outdoor activities. Fluent in Spanish and English. Keeps busy during nap times with some light house keeping. Adult, child and infant CPR...
5.0
"Marlene is wonderful! She sat my 6 and 8 year old while we enjoyed a date night. She was punctual, kind, responsible and fun! We look forward to having her again!"
Reviewed by Kara S.
Mislene D.
Watertown, MA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dedicated Healthcare Professional Who Loves Helping Others.
5.0
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I have spent the past three years pursuing my passion to help others. I have completed a Home Health Aide Program and Nurse Aide Training Program and hope to use these skills to better the lives of my clients. I am proficient in English, Portuguese and Spanish.
5.0
"Mislene is an amazing Caregiver...She cared for my adult severely handicapped sister Elizabeth...She gave her the most thorough and loving care. Elizabeth loves her. I HIGHLY recommend Mislene for all your...
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Katie K.
West Roxbury, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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I recently graduated from Ithaca College in NY. I now live in Boston and working at an advertising agency Monday - Friday. I love children and would love to help out as much as you need it when I am free!
I swam and rowed Varsity at IC, and I am a very active person. I love children and have been babysitting neighbors and...
5.0
"Katie is AMAZING! She nannied for our three-year-old for three months. Katie is extremely patient and caring, responsible, fun, and flexible. She truly went above and beyond with caring for our son, and we are...
Reviewed by Ashley D.
Sylvia B.
Waltham, MA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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For the past 4 years have been teaching children at my residential school helping them with dressing , feeding , toileting and out side kid games. Am also a mother of two children. I have the experience working with children.
Aubrey H.
Quincy, MA
$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi there, my name is Aubrey! I've been inconsistently babysitting and working with kids for around 5 years now but have 2 years worth of official childcare experience. I have experience working with kids of all ages, including infants up to teenagers, and special needs kids as well. I am currently attending PCC full time but all...
5.0
"I've interviewed Aubrey and was impressed with her background and excellent level of communication regarding the position. I believe she would be a perfect nanny for any family."
Reviewed by Marta G.
5.0
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Hello,
I am a special needs professional with 12+ years of childcare experience. I currently work full time as an instructional para in a 5th and 6th grade special education classroom.
I am looking for occasional evening/weekend and after school jobs with families in the Hyde Park, Roslindale area where I live and have grown...
5.0
"Nicole is absolutely amazing! She is responsible, kind and creative. I would highly recommend her for any childcare position."
Reviewed by Adrienne E.
Leighanna S.
Cambridge, MA
$25-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi there! I am an elementary school teacher in the area and am looking to supplement my income by serving local families as an as-needed caregiver. After an introductory meeting, you'll be able to call me, with notice or last minute, for afternoon, evening, and weekend help. Even when families have full time/ regular help, it is...
5.0
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I am a Nursing student expecting to be graduated
in December 2021. I am a certified Home Health
Aide. My motivation for Nursing is a spiritually
rewarding day in and day out. Being a Nurse is my
passion. I knew nursing was a good fit for me
because my personality tends is to help those who
are suffering and make a great impact...
5.0
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I am a 24-year-old graduate student at Northeastern University in Boston, where I am majoring in Homeland Security. I received my undergraduate degree at Norwich University in Vermont, where I was a double major in Spanish and Criminal Justice. I am bilingual in both Spanish and English. I am looking for a full time nannying...
5.0
"Gabriela did a great job taking care of our children, would surely hire her again or recommend her! She was punctual and flexible."
Reviewed by Mayank J.
5.0
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I have been babysitting since I was about 14. When I was 14, I babysat a set of twins (3) and their baby sister (11 months). I babysat for a family friend from the ages of 2-8. I also babysat for two boys, ages 3 and 5, for the past few years. I babysat three boys, ages 5, 7 and 10, daily after school. In the summer of 2017, I...
5.0
"Amber has worked part time for me nannying my 11 year old Autistic son before and after school this year. She has been a pleasure to work with and my son loves having her. "
Reviewed by Kathleen K.
Sarah B.
South Boston, MA
$34-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fully Vaccinated, Patient, Kind, And Always Punctual Nanny With 10+ Years Experience
3.0
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Kind, incredibly patient, warm, and always punctual caregiver with 12+ years paid experience watching infants - 13 years old. I started off as a mother's helper for a toddler playgroup when I was 13 years old and have enjoyed taking care of children for different families since then. I have experience watching infants as well as...
3.0
"Sarah worked for us for 6 months in our nanny share from when our babies were 4 and 6 months old to 10 and 12 months. Things seemed to go fine - she showed up relatively on time and performed the tasks asked of...
Reviewed by Danielle M.
5.0
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I have been working with children of all ages for the past 28 years. I am currently attending the University of Phoenix online and plan to complete my Associate's degree in Education by the summer of 2014. I have worked with children ranging from newborn to 10 years old. I have worked with children with special needs in the past...
5.0
"My dog loves Angela. She has great personality.
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Reviewed by Linda H.
5.0
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Hello,
I am a special needs paraprofessional at a school in Hyde Park. I'm looking for some afternoon, evening and weekend work.
I have worked with moderate to severe special needs, Autism spectrum disorder, mental health disorders, Down syndrome, MR, PDD, Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome, light housekeeping, food allergies,...
5.0
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Hello! My name is Mattea. I am 25 years old! I am energetic, fun, and love helping children learn and grow!
I have worked with kids for over 10 years! I was a preschool teacher for three years and was passionate about encouraging my students in their creativity. I have worked with children with special needs as well and love to...
5.0
"Mattea is a very caring young woman. When my granddaughter was younger she bonded with Mattea over a tea party. She talked about it for a long time afterward because Mattea poured into her life at that moment....
Reviewed by Leslie B.
5.0
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I have worked for 5 years with children with autism as an ABA therapist and then as a clinical supervisor. I have experience with children aged 2 -21 with special needs. I am currently completing my PhD in ABA in the Fenway area.
5.0
"Grace was punctual, friendly and very even keeled! She was great with my toddler. My daughter was surprisingly comfortable with Grace and didn't have her usual meltdown when I left :)"
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Allston, MA
Emma S.
5.0
Emma is an outstanding babysitter! We hired her to watch our 14 month old son for a date night. She is kind, responsive and very comfortable with children. She did a great job taking care of him for the few hours we were gone. We can't wait for her to babysit again.
- Kate F.
Oksana S.
5.0
For the last few months, Oksana has been taking our autistic son for weekend activities, filling a critical part of his schedule, a task she does with enthusiasm, dedication and professionalism
I can't recommend her enough and I am so grateful for having found her
- Alex C.
Karna H.
5.0
Karna has been our daily afternoon nanny for the past 3 months for our two boys ages 9 and 4. She is truly wonderful with them. She prepares their snacks, comes up with fun and engaging activities for them to do, and is very easy to communicate with. She has a ton of childcare experience and we...
- Care member
Natasha H.
5.0
Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!
- Care member
Marlene G.
5.0
Marlene is so wonderful with our four month old! She babysits for us on occasional weekend nights so my husband and I can get out together! Our baby loves her so much, she is super sweet and extremely attentive!
- Alexandra M.
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