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Jean G.

Here To Support You And Your Family

Andover, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I always established a positive relationship with child and parents. I have the ability to deal with difficult situations with consideration and I demonstrated ability to interact successfully with students with special needs including ASD. I have over 20 years of experience working as a Special Needs Aide in schools and...

Sheida F. says "A true angel. I wish I could keep her forever"

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Andover, MA

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$23/hr
6 years experience
Lifelong public school educator specializes in literacy and speech, certified teacher of English as a second language k-12 and specials needs.
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Experienced Care Giver

Andover, MA

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$18/hr
20 years experience
I'd describe my personality as caring, reliable and outgoing. I like caring for people with special needs because I'm a caregiver at heart. I find a sense of fulfillment caring for others. I'm looking for a job that is 20-40 hours a week. I started caring for people with special needs when my sister was born. She is...
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Andover, MA

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a Bachelor's in Psychology from St. John's University. I have worked with children of special needs both at the research and interpersonal level. I specifically have experience with FASD, ADHD, PPD, Autism, Down syndrome, speech delays, processing disorders and epilepsy. I am now attending a Post-Bac program at Georgetown...
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Andover, MA

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$23/hr
Hello! When my son was born 23 years ago I was put into the world of special needs. I thoroughly enjoy caring for special needs children and adults. I feel it is my calling. I spent the last 23 years caring for my son and working with my husband at home. My son is in a adult day program now and I would love to work part time in...
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Andover, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been babysitting for the same family since their son was 4 months old. Their son is special needs and a very picky eater and I do have a lot of experience with him. I also baby sit for friends and family who's children ages range from two years of age to 11 years old. I also worked as a counselor at an after school...
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Andover, MA

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$23/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
I've been a childcare provider for four years, motivated by my passion for nurturing children's growth and development. As a friendly, patient, and formal caregiver, I create a safe and nurturing environment for children. I believe in open and honest communication with parents, providing regular updates on their child's day....
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Andover, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
PROFESSIONAL CAREER NANNY AVAILABLE SOON! Hi, My name is Michele from Andover. I am dedicated, hard working, attentive, compassionate, nurturing, loving, kind, honest, caring, reliable, responsible, outgoing, patient, silly, engaging, patient, punctual, detail oriented, trustworthy, active mother of 2 SN boys both 3 months...
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Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I was a nanny for over 7 years for 2 wonderful families. I stopped working about 10 years ago to have my 3 beautiful kids, a 10-year-old girl and 8-year-old boy/girl twins. I am currently a certified lifeguard, trained in CPR, AED, Life guarding, Oxygen Administration and First Aid. I am a certified trainer for an amazing...
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Lowell, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello my name is Shamie. I have worked as a home health aide providing care for seniors and direct support specialist providing care for special needs adults and kids. I have also babysitting here and there. I have experience in both group homes and private settings. I have grown up in a big family, (12 of us total) with...

Sarah H. says "Sham was great with my two young children! I have a boy who is 3 and a girl who is 5. She was always on time. She came up with fun activities for my...

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Lowell, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been in the health care industry for for way over 28 years. I am very dependable, honest, caring, compassionate, and above all I have sensor of humor. Ref furnished on request.
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Haverhill, MA

5.0(0)
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$28/hr
6 years experience
I love working with tiny and big brilliant minds! I have worked in health care since I was 15 and have worked in all stages of life although, babies, children, and young adults are the age groups and special needs, I most enjoy working with. I have one other job as a Caregiver that occupies me Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and...
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Methuen, MA

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
4 years experience
Field staff/direct care for 2 years, Enjoyed babysitting kids, experience with autism. I love helping others and enjoy seeing someone relax.
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Nanny For Minor Holidays And School Vacations

Dracut, MA

4.9(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
AVAILABLE FOR: After School Care / Summer Care / MA School Vacations / Minor MA Holidays I am a full time Paraprofessional in the Dracut School System, Preschool thru Grade 5. I have experience with Special Needs Students 1:1 and classroom inclusion. I also have been an Infant/Toddler/Preschool Teacher since 2006....

Erin C. says "Tricia is a warm, friendly amazing woman who will go out of her way to make kids feel at ease. I have known her my whole life & she always has a positive...

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Loving Caregiver/ Preschool Teacher/ Nanny/House Manager

North Billerica, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My Professional experience includes nannying and house managing full time for the previous head of the an independent international boarding school in Rabun Gap Georgia for 9 years. l also nannied for 1 other head and 2 other administrators on Rabun Gap Nacoochee campus over a 10 year span. I have been working with newborn to...

Diana O. says "Jennifer did a great job for us. She came on at the last minute after another sitter canceled on us. She handled the infants excellently. Each from a...

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Social Worker Experienced In Care For Children With Medical And Behavioral Diagnoses

Lowell, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Pamela, and I have worked with multiple number of diagnoses and families. Over the years I have worked with a different number of individuals with anxiety, rare diagnoses, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other behavioral issues. I have experience with over 15 years working in the mental health field....

Care Member says "Pam was asked to assist with my 9 year old child with ADHD and my 10 year old medically complex son. Pam was confident, reliable, and caring. She is...

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Career "Live-In" Family Assistant And Nanny

Billerica, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Daïna. have been a Nanny, Personal Assistant, Babysitter, Family Assistant, Tutor, and Caregiver. I also have experience with infants and their special needs, and with helping children with learning challenges. I have been around children for as long as I can remember. I have been a career family...

Kim S. says "She is kind and gracious and everyone likes her. She is always concerned about others."

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Caregiver

Reading, MA

4.5(0)
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$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am going to school for Occupational Therapy at Quinnipiac University. I have worked with kids on the Autistic Spectrum at Occupational Therapists Associates Wakefield in the feeding group to help desensitize their mouths to different tastes and textures. I have also volunteered with the EMARC program, as a swim buddy, dance...
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Tewksbury, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
For over 10 years, I've found immense joy in caring for children of all ages. My positive experiences nannying sparked a desire to make a real difference in young lives, and to support families by providing dependable care. I am friendly and reliable and I always follow the parents' lead when enforcing household rules. I was an...

Sam O. says "Darlene has been a fantastic nanny for my toddler, AND she helps out around the house. Any family would be lucky to have her!"

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Let's Get Messy And Have Fun!

Haverhill, MA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
My name is Jenn I am 26 years old. I am looking to help all children be their full selves. I have 10+ years of experience with children including with special needs children. I am a certified teacher as well as babysitting, EEC, CPR and first aid certified. I've mainly worked with newborns, infants and toddlers but have...

Care Member says "Jenn has been watching my children since they were infants. She began watching them for random nights out. It grew to her being their full time...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.78/hr as of November 2025

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

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

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

Jean G.

A true angel. I wish I could keep her forever

- Sheida F.

Shamusa K.

Sham was great with my two young children! I have a boy who is 3 and a girl who is 5. She was always on time. She came up with fun...

- Sarah H.

Patricia M.

Tricia is a warm, friendly amazing woman who will go out of her way to make kids feel at ease. I have known her my whole life & she always...

- Erin C.

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