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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Cambridge, MA

The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Cambridge, MA

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Brooke M.


Cambridge, MA

$16-25/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi how are you? I am very interested in this position! Here is a little about myself: I am a positive, passionate, and energetic care giver. I am currently studying to get my Bachelors in Developmental Psychology at Emmanuel College, a private university in the center of Boston. By profession, I am a Clinical Therapist,...
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Maxwell M.


Cambridge, MA

$50/hr9 yrs exp

Online Tutor, Special Needs Teacher, Youth Worker

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Hello, My name Is Maxwell or Max Max as my students call me. I am a teacher at the Sunshine Projects Day Program for special needs students as well as a tutor for a number of students on online app across various developmental levels, ages and subject matters. I live in Cambridge Massachusetts and have been engaged in...
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Jillian L.


Cambridge, MA

$15-21/hr5 yrs exp

Kind And Fun Special Needs Teacher

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Hello! My name is Jillian and I recently graduated from Lesley University with a specialization in special education and psychology. I have a lot of experience working with children with disabilities from the ages of 5-13. I am currently an elementary school paraprofessional so I am great at helping with homework and after...
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Kaye D.


Cambridge, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Female Caregiver

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14+ years of experience, newborn through pre-teen. I also have experience working as a personal care assistant for a nonverbal teenager with special needs. This opportunity helped me to become a more well-rounded caregiver. Throughout college and after graduation, I continued to babysit and volunteered on a pediatric inpatient...
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Kirsten P.


Cambridge, MA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Medical Worker With Child Care Experience

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I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I work as an emergency room worker at an urgent care facility. I have experience with special needs, spectrum individuals, ADHD, learning challenges, dyscalculia, anxiety, PTSD, selective mutism and Executive Function Disorders (am learning disabled...
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Meredith G.


Cambridge, MA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Meredith G From Cambridge

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Hi! I'm a 20-year-old creative, kind, and responsible college student with over 7 years of babysitting experience. I'm interning in Cambridge this summer and looking to pick up babysitting jobs outside of my 9-5 job. I am great with kids of all ages! I have experience running a kids summer camp so I love coming up with fun games...
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Emanuela F.


Cambridge, MA

$26-30/hr3 yrs exp

Caring Nanny

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Hi my name is Emanuela I'm 49 years old and I was born and raised in Medford. I am married and have two children. I lived in Italy for 20 years and moved back to Boston 6 years ago. I've recently moved to Winchester with my family and love living here, . I love to cook for my family every day and keep my house clean. When I...
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Olivia L.


Cambridge, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time To Full-time Nanny

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Hi! I am an experienced Red Cross CPR certified babysitter and nanny. I have experience working in the LABBB program with special needs children in the Belmont school system, and experience babysitting for a wide age range of children, from infants to preteens. Also, I have experience as a sports camp counselor for children...
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Caitlin G.


Cambridge, MA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Mom/Teacher, Tons Of Experience!

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I'm a mom of one hilarious, adorable 4-year-old boy, and a teacher of over a decade. My favorite things to do are reading to my son, going to parks and playgrounds with him and my husband, and making music. I teach K-5 Music in Plymouth and love to see my little musicians and actors grow in ability and confidence! I'm looking...
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Brittany K.


Cambridge, MA

$24-40/hr9 yrs exp

Hello It's Nice To Meet You !

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I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I also have experience with working with special needs children. I am a mother of 2 so I know a few tips and tricks. I am comfortable working with infants, young children, as well as teens and pre-teens, multiple children and am animal friendly.
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Lauren K.


Cambridge, MA

$20-40/hr8 yrs exp

Licensed Educator Looking To Nanny Or Babysit

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I am a creative, patient, and reliable educator looking for a family who needs a nanny or babysitter. I attended Endicott College where I received my undergraduate degree and license in early childhood education and then continued to get my masters in reading and literacy. My experiences include working with children from...
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Zeynep D.


Cambridge, MA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Child Development Specialist

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Here's my experiences: I have a bachelor's degree from child development department and I've been taking care of children for more than 5 years. I kinda have experience with children of all age groups ( newborn included) plus special need child care and education ( autism etc. ) I used to work as a kindergarten teacher for a...
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Nicole N.


Cambridge, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi there! My name is Nicole N. and I've had the joy of working with children for over 10 years. I am a PhD student studying developmental psychology, and I have worked in various childcare settings, such as children's hospitals, schools, summer camps, and in-home care. I am fluent in both English and Spanish, and I have...
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Mario S.


Cambridge, MA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Patient, Loyal And Reliable, Considerate, I Love Helping People.

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I have 15 years of experience. I can help with Medical Assistant and Live-In Home Care. Reliable Private Duty Caregiver and Personal Home care 15 years of Experience, who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation, assisting in the maintenance of a household and Personal Home...
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Olivia C.


Cambridge, MA

$17-22/hr7 yrs exp

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I have 3 years of professional experience and have been baby sitting for 7plus . I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I also have a special needs sister and plenty experience with special ed children. I am also EEC certified teacher and work part time with infants toddlers and preschools at a local at home daycare.
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Debora M.


Cambridge, MA

$17-23/hr6 yrs exp

Production :working With Children, You Can Do This

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Hello, I've been working with children for many years. I have worked in the school System for many years. In the classrooms I have done one on one with special needs/down syndrome/autistic children along with ADHD. The ages range from toddler to third grade. I have also worked in afterschool programs along with summer camps...
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Eli T.


Boston, MA

$24-28/hr2 yrs exp

Eli- Special Needs Experience!

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I have 2 years of experience working with special needs, and I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I currently work at Perkins school for the blind so I have experience with physical and developmental disabilities! I also have my own business where I teach music lessons to my own students independently and also teach...
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"Eli is a wonderful sitter - care taker for our son with special needs. Eli is caring, loving, kind, dependable and punctual. Our child's needs were met with ease and grace and Eli provided safe care and fun. We...

Reviewed by Kirsten K.

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Amanda R.


Boston, MA

$30-40/hr6 yrs exp

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Hello, my name is Amanda, and I am 25 years old. I am a part time graduate student working to obtain a master's in Children and Family Social Work. I have 5+ years of experience in working with children, teens, and those with special needs. My previous experiences include working as a one-on-one counselor at a special needs camp...
5.0
"Amanda worked with us for several months and was just a ray of sunshine. She is so sweet, caring, dependable, very responsible and just the best. We really cannot say enough good things about her. When she had...

Reviewed by Polina I.

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Natasha H.


Medford, MA

$20-35/hr2 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!"

Reviewed by Care member

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Patty S.


Wakefield, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I' m a mom of 2 wonderful children, a boy (age 18) and a girl (age 20). I've grown up as the neighborhood babysitter in my hometown. I went to Wheelock College for Early Childhood Education, with a minor in special needs. I am certified to teach preschool through 6th grade. I also tutored children from grades 2-8.
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"Patty watched my daughter from 4 months old til 2.5 years. She took care of her as if she were her own. "

Reviewed by Michelle V.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cambridge, MA

Eli T.

5.0

Eli is a wonderful sitter - care taker for our son with special needs. Eli is caring, loving, kind, dependable and punctual. Our child's needs were met with ease and grace and Eli provided safe care and fun. We highly recommend Eli for all of your childcare needs.

- Kirsten K.

Amanda R.

5.0

Amanda worked with us for several months and was just a ray of sunshine. She is so sweet, caring, dependable, very responsible and just the best. We really cannot say enough good things about her. When she had to leave us to go back to school we were so emotional because our son truly loved being...

- Polina I.

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

Patty S.

5.0

Patty watched my daughter from 4 months old til 2.5 years. She took care of her as if she were her own.

- Michelle V.

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Ratings for Cambridge, MA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Cambridge, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.