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Alicia N.

Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Hospice services

home modification

errands

dementia

light cleaning

+ 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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Ashley B.

Full/Part Time Nanny

Melrose, MA

5.0(1)

from: $22/hr

10 years experience

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

travel

+ 1 more

I have worked with children for 13+ years in a variety of roles, including assistant dance instructor, children's counselor at recreational programs, lead infant teacher in a childcare center, and most recently as a full-time nanny. I completed coursework in child growth and development, children with special needs, child...

Katie S. says "My daughters (2 years & 6 months) love when Ashley comes to babysit. Ashley always has fun activities planned and is focused 100% on my girls the whole...

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Alma M.

Experienced, Bilingual, Loving, Fun And Dependable Professional Nanny

Winchester, MA

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

17 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Travel

swimming supervision

craft assistance

carpooling

Hello! I'm a kind, compassionate caregiver from Panama. As the oldest sibling, caregiving has been part of my life from early on. I have over 17 years of experience working with children of all ages-from newborns to teens-including those with special needs. I've worked internationally as an Au Pair and nanny in Spain, Panama,...

Cristina D. says "Alma helped us care for our daughter from about 1 to 1.5 years old. We ended up moving from the city which is why we couldn't keep Alma on as our...

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Leah H.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

travel

+ 1 more

Hi everyone! I am a speech language pathologist and I'm looking for some date night/weekend babysitting opportunities as well as pet sitting and dog walking. I live in Beacon Hill and don't have a car, but I'd be happy to take public transportation or walk anywhere within a reasonable distance. I'm usually home from work M-F by...

Michael M. says "I cannot say enough good things about Leah as a person and as a nanny. Our daughter M adores Leah and is constantly asking for her when she is not...

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Kenia C.

Nanny

Roslindale, MA

5.0(1)

from: $38/hr

10 years experience

As a mother of Four, considering my experience, my off springs have made me even more committed, responsible, flexible and very patient. Reliable and very detail oriented. Kindness at all time besides safety is number one priority. Willing to: visiting museums, libraries, outsides activities, arts and craft, board games, and...

Care Member says "We had Kenia full time from when our baby was 4mo until he was 20mo. Our son is now 2.5 yo and we still get Kenia's help intermittently. We don't know...

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Justine J.

Experienced Special Education Teacher With Masters Degree Available Full Time

Charlestown, MA

5.0(0)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

I have been working in the special education field for 12 years. I started working as a paraprofessional in a therapeutic school at 18. I ran my own classroom at 22. I have a Masters Degree and a wide range of experience. I'm young, energetic and looking to work with families who need my support. I am able to provide child care,...

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Cherylann S.

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

20 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

Hello my name is Cherylann.. I have been a foster mother for the state of mass. I've been working with kids my entire life, been a foster mother for the state of Ma.. worked as a preschool teachers aid for nine years, worked for a overnight nanny service which was extensive training. I have had CPR and first aid training ....

Jeremiah M. says "Cherylann goes above and beyond, and really cares about the children she works with. Our daughter absolutely loves her and any family would be lucky to...

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Erin M.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

6 years experience

I have had a passion for working with students with special needs since I was very young. I'm high school I worked in the special needs classroom 2 periods a day, babysat for a boy with autism and a girl with Down syndrome, and was a provider through the state of Ohio my senior year of high school

Sue M. says "Look No More! You Won't Be Disappointed! Erin is truly a model caregiver. She provides outstanding care for those with special needs! We have a special needs...

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Hannah M.

Babysitter

Allston, MA

5.0(1)

from: $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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Oksana S.

Special Needs Caregiver

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

8 years experience

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,...

Alex C. says "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...

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Ariana R.

Fun And Loving Nanny!

Newton Center, MA

5.0(1)

from: $38/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

travel

+ 1 more

Hi! I am a student from Newton currently going into my fourth year at McGill University, and am spending my third summer on island. I have experience nannying and in childcare at two private Montessori schools in Newton, in addition to being a nanny on island for three families in the past years. I am a very creative, outgoing,...

Risa N. says "Ariana is the kindest, most reliable, most fun babysitter ever! She is constantly thinking up fabulous activities for our 2.5 year old daughter. She is...

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Rick P.

Experienced Special Needs Direct Support Caregiver

Wilmington, MA

5.0(1)

from: $27/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I work in a Direct Support role for adults with disabilities and have experience as a Skills Trainer for adolescents and young adults with ASD and other developmental and intellectual disabilities through the DESE/DDS program. I also have Family Support case management experience in a DDS contracted Family Support Center.

Tricia S. says "Rick has worked with my son many times. He is very dependable, and my son really enjoys his company! I hired Rick to take my son out into the community,...

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Alexandra K.

Vaccinated Summer Nanny

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

travel

+ 1 more

Hi! I'm a nanny with 7 years, 30+ families & 75+ kids worth of experience. As a Wellesley College student I have taken classes in neuroscience & anthropology-preparing me for all backgrounds & developmental abilities-& medical school one day! I am both CPR certified & have worked as an EMT for 2 years responding to 911...

Care Member says "She was great! The kids had so much fun with her and was even asking if she was coming back the next day. Very polite and punctual. Would definitely...

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Rashidah N.

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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Kerry Jo G.

Roslindale, MA

3.7(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

grocery shopping

craft assistance

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

I've worked with children of all ages, infants, children with special needs and allergies and have worked both full-time and part-time. I can also work on an as-needed basis. I am now in the dissertation writing phase of my Ph. D. and am looking for opportunities this summer, and into the fall. I am fully vaccinated and CPR and...

Simone R. says "Kerry Jo, was a delight and the children just loved her. Simone"

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Francesca C.

Full Time Nanny Available

Revere, MA

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

carpooling

I have been professionally working with children for over 10 years. I worked at child care service for 3 years working my way up from a part time assistant in infants to the infant program coordinator. I then took on a full time job for a family when I had watched both of their daughters as infants in my classroom. Their family...

Shauna D. says "Francesca was the lead teacher at our daycare for my son. She was great with the infants and worked well with the parents. She has not worked for us as...

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Jacirah F.

Caregiver/Tutor Available

Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

grocery shopping

travel

+ 1 more

I've always had a passion for working with children, I have over 6 years experience in childcare including working in daycare centers, teaching preschool, and being a full time nanny. I worked as an assistant teacher for over 3 years, earning my CPR and First Aid certifications through them. Working as a floater in daycares made...

Nicole C. says "Jacirah is very nice and friendly. My child was immediately comfortable with her and I felt at ease, I would definitely be using her as a consistent...

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Patty S.

Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

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.

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

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Erica C.

Full/Part Time Caregiver Available

Malden, MA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hello, my name is Erica C. and I am 32 years old. I am out-going, responsible, loving, and kind hearted. I love to see them play, go to the park and learn new things. I have worked as an Optical consultant, medical tech, Law secretary & housekeeper. I have been around children my whole life and have done my fair share of...

Gail S. says "Erica is extremely reliable. She goes out of her way for my needs and comfort zone.. Gail"

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Isabelle S.

New Graduate Looking For Nannying Job In Boston (Trilingual, & Performing Arts Coach!)

South Boston, MA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Travel

swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

I'm a graduate of The New School in NYC and am moving to South Boston this month. I have years of experience with children, through nannying for various families, private coaching in performing arts, and group teaching experience. I am CPR certified, have taken care of children ages 6 months and up, and have volunteered in a...

Care Member says "Very good with kids, very down to earth, would highly recommend and honestly should’ve paid her more. She’s a gem of a human being, hire her!"

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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of August 2026

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

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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.

Ashley B.

My daughters (2 years & 6 months) love when Ashley comes to babysit. Ashley always has fun activities planned and is focused 100% on my...

- Katie S.

Alma M.

Alma helped us care for our daughter from about 1 to 1.5 years old. We ended up moving from the city which is why we couldn't keep Alma on...

- Cristina D.

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