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Hannah M.

Babysitter

Allston, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have so much experience with special needs children. I have volunteered in special needs classrooms for five years, volunteered as a day camp counselor for two years at a special needs camp and worked as a camp counselor at a special needs summer camp for six summers. I have experience with many special needs, such as Autism,...

Jenna V. says "Hannah worked for us a few months. We have a six-year-old with Autism who is home schooled. Her basic responsibilities were doing assignments (assigned by...

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Getting A Masters In Special Education

Allston, MA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I have always been involved with special education and I am currently working in a special education classroom as a teacher! I am a certified teacher and I am incredibly passionate about these children. Each day they amaze me and I am humbled by my prestigious experience of being their teacher. I have babysat my entire life and...
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Part Time Care-giver

Allston, MA

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$15/hr
I believe that every kid and every human is full of potential! Children with special needs are a gift, just as children of typical development. I have studied occupational therapy for the past 5 years at Ithaca College in upstate New York. As an OT student I have a vast understanding of childhood development as well as social,...
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RBT

Allston, MA

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$19/hr
6 years experience
HI! I have been in childcare since 2017 and I absolutely love it! I started my childcare career as a nanny for young kids ages 4-9 and then moved to being an RBT for children with Autism in 2019. I'm currently going to school online to finish my education degree. I am very passionate about not only child care but care for...
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Allston, MA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Hello! I am a behavior analyst currently looking for summer employment. I have 5 years experience working with children with various disabilities and disorders. I have residential training as well as public and private school experience . I am energetic and creative, I love to be outdoors and I love encouraging kids to learn and...
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Allston, MA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Dedicated professional with a strong background in hospitality and experience working alongside personal assistants for high-net-worth individuals. I am eager to transition into a personal or family assistant role, offering exceptional organizational skills and a passion for supporting families. I have extensive experience...
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A Patient And Empathetic Caregiver

Allston, MA

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Scarlett & I am a freshman at Boston University! I have been working with children for around 4 years. I was an assistant teacher for two and a half years at a Montessori nursery school in New Jersey where I worked closely with children from 4 months to 6 years old. I also have nannied and babysat for several...
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Babysitter

Allston, MA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
My interests are definitely with special needs children. I have been a camp counselor at special needs camp and have been responsible for children with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Prader-Wili syndrome and more! I have also babysat typically developing children of all ages. I have been a babysitter for six years.
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Allston, MA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I'm a bubbly, creative, and caring childcare provider with experience in kindergartens, schools, and babysitting, including caring for a special needs child. As the oldest of five, I've been around little ones my whole life and handle all situations with patience and understanding. Often praised for my awareness of emotions, I...
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Experienced And Creative Caretaker

Allston, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
I love kids and have worked with children of all abilities from ages 12 months to 12 years. Most of my experience lies with older infants and toddlers, as a teacher at The Goddard School. I also have experience with children with special needs, including autism spectrum and severe physical and developmental disabilities. As a...
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Fun And Kind Babysitting/ Tutoring Service !

Allston, MA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi everyone ! My name is Gabriela, I am a recent college graduate looking for an additional job working with children ! I can tutor in English, Math, and Spanish as well as babysit for occasional date nights and weekends. I have multiple years of babysitting experience as well as experience with children with special needs. I...
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Allston, MA

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$23/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
I currently work as a Medical Assistant in Adult Care where most of my patients are 50+. I enjoy providing companionship and care to these patients while encouraging their independence. I am also comfortable with special needs adults as well as those with other needs.
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Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
home modification
errands
dementia
+ 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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Medford, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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...

Care Member says "Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!"

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Experienced And Kind Babysitter Available!

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 21 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
My name is Lesley. I am available to babysit on an as-needed basis. For 5 years, I worked as an assistant teacher for special needs students in an elementary school. I have over 10 years of experience caring for kids of all ages in their homes or in a professional daycare setting. I'm CPR and First Aid trained with plenty...

Helene J. says "Lesley was one of the very first people outside of family to babysit our infant son. She was so reassuring and incredibly professional. Upon speaking to...

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Stoneham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience
Respite care
personal care
hospice services
errands
dementia
Reliable Private Duty Caregiver with experience of 6 years I am very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Great at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong support with a client. Specialized in elderly and special needs patients. Certified in first aid,...

Avain R. says "Rashidah did a fantastic job managing the conflict that always came up during the care-taking of my 80 year old Father. well Conflict is inevitable,...

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Caring Mother

Winchester, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a mother of two wonderful children looking for an extra income. In addition to raising my now grown children, I have worked with many families taking care of their children as needed. I am a caring, responsible, and kind person. I love children and am happy to play games, dance, sing and do arts and crafts with them. My...

Viktor V. says "Iliana helped us many times to look after our daughter when we needed to attend late night meetings or social events. She creates a good calm environment...

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Summer Babysitter/Nanny

Mattapan, MA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi families! My name is Ashley. I have worked about every kind of childcare position; from special needs care, to infants, overnight/travel care, house manager, and a friend to the parents. You need it I am on it! I worked as a mother's helper from ages 9-11 years old and then began babysitting at the age of 12. I have extensive...

Blake S. says "Ashley babysat our son during the summer of 2020, and you never would have known that we were in the middle of a pandemic --- they were always having so...

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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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Roxbury, MA

5.0(0)
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$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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.75/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Allston, MA

Special Needs Caregivers in Allston, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Hannah M.

Hannah worked for us a few months. We have a six-year-old with Autism who is home schooled. Her basic responsibilities were doing...

- Jenna V.

Alicia N.

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...

- Diana O.

Natasha H.

Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!

- Care member

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