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Mariza F.

12 Years Experience In Early Child Education. Looking For A Nanny/Babysitter Part-time Job.

Ashland, MA

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
Hi, I have 15yrs+ of experience in Early Child Education as a Lead Teacher working with infants/toddlers and Preschool I'm very responsible, friendly, positive, attentive, well organized, compassionate and motivated to help children become happy, healthy and well behaved. Experience with special-needs students. I love working...

Simone S. says "Mariza is a very sweet lady ,she also is very patient ,accountable and trustworthy. She promotes a safe and fun environment to the kids in her care."

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Mariza F.

Ashland, MA

from
$30/hr
5 years experience
Hi, I worked in a Daycare center as an Infant/ Toddler/ pre k teacher for over 13 years. I currently working as a Nanny for over 5 years. I'm very patient and love what I do. I also have experience working with elderly and special needs patients.
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Emily F.

Ashland, MA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
My name is Emily and I am going into my junior year of college at Framingham State University. I am a Biology major with a concentration in Pre-Health with intentions of continuing my education in Med school or Nursing School to reach my goal of working in healthcare. I have over six years of experience in babysitting children...
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Lizzy B.

Caring, Reliable, And Fun Person With 2 Years Of Experience Working With Children Of All Ages!

Ashland, MA

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$28/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hello! My name is Lizzy, I am 23 years old and I am looking for a full time summer nanny position. I have been working as a behavior technician for Natick Public Schools at Kennedy Middle School for the past two years and I absolutely love it! I primarily work with children who have special needs, helping them with academic...
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Jean M.

Assistant For People With Disabilities

Ashland, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with people with various disabilities for most of my life, covering ages from toddler to elderly. I am familiar with ASL and have worked with Hoyer lifts, medication administration, blood-sugar level checks and the associated shots. I have an excellent driving record and have participate in sensitivity training...
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Karen K.

Special Needs Care - Adults Of All Ages

Westborough, MA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a reliable and compassionate person, and I am always aware of safety. I find working with adults/seniors to be rewarding and enjoyable. For more than 15 years, I was employed as an Occupational Therapist. I did not like paperwork and attending meetings, so I changed my career path to working directly with people....
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Rachel G.

I Love Making A Difference In Children's Lives

Sudbury, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am an active 24-year-old. I am a senior at Curry College. I have 11 years of experience working with children. I will have a BA in Psychology and a minor in Criminal Justice. I was a counselor too children as a (one to one) with special needs specially (Autism). I have been around children my whole life and feel better around...

Teresa W. says "Our 3 year old son enjoyed Rachel's company. She played cars with him, reminded him of potty breaks, and prepared snacks while we worked last summer."

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Cheryl C.

Loving, Creative, Cheerful And Flexible Mature Woman

Milford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
I have been a nanny for 17+ years. My background includes positions as a Special Needs Teacher, as a substitute teacher, as an Early Intervention Educator and as an assistant family daycare. I have raised 3 children all of which are out on there own and am now a single adult with a great deal of flexibility. I do not and never...

Danielle H. says "Cheryl helped me as needed in my family daycare over the last 20 years. She is experienced, patient, enthusiastic, well spoken, reliable and...

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Kayla F.

Full-time Caregiver Available For The Summer

Hudson, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
I spent last summer working at an overnight camp for children with special needs, where I gained experience working with children from ages 6-18 with a wide range of diagnoses, abilities, and needs. At the camp, we were trained in behavior management techniques for working with children with special needs. Working on goal...

Cassandra G. says "Kayla F. and I worked together at a residential summer camp for children with emotional and behavioral problems and developmental disabilities. Kayla...

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Kyleigh S.

I Will Care For Your Kiddos As If They Were My Family!

Marlborough, MA

5.0(1)
from
$37/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Kyleigh and I'm 21! I am a certified daycare teacher in Marlborough! I have cared for many different family's ranging from newborn to 12 years old. Children with special needs and a set of twins! I have no problem helping with household tasks such as errands, cleaning, cooking, laundry, etc! I have my own transportation,...

Care Member says "Kyleigh has a strong passion and understanding for kids and so great with them. Our 2 year old, who takes awhile to warm up to people, warmed up to her...

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Ginnette D.

Occasional Sitter

Milford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
I enjoy taking kids to the playground and going for walks. I also own a car which enables me to bring them to school or lessons and/ or pick them up. I have cared for children as young as 3 months old along with children with special needs. I have a 6-month-old nephew that I frequently care for.

Liz K. says "Ginnette has been an excellent babysitter to my 3 year old twins. Very dependable!"

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Rachel H.

Responsible Adult Nanny

Hopkinton, MA

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi there, I was a Nanny for many years prior to working with the School Systems as a Special Needs Educator. Later working in corporate america as a marketing manager. Unfortunately I was laid off and as most are aware the market is very soft with very few worthwhile positions. With that said; as a mother myself and a mature...

Catherine S. says "Rachel worked with us for about a year. She was always helpful, flexible, and great with the kids. She took them places, and helped us in other ways...

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Jessica G.

Fun For Kids!

Natick, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
I am 44 years old and have been taking care of children for 20+ years. I have dedicated my life to making a difference in the lives of children. I love them, and love doing all the things that children love to do (play, games, crafts, etc) My biggest goal is to give children the opportunity to grow and learn at their own pace,...

Ali M. says "Our family has known Jess for 12 years and she has babysat our 2 daughters from toddler through preteen ages and was phenomenal with them at all ages. She is...

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Melissa A.

Children/Animals/Household Care

Sudbury, MA

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Previously, I was a preschool Director for nine years that focused on toddlers. I have been a nanny, companion for elderly, as well as for Special Needs. I have a Special Needs sister and have worked within this community for many years. I also worked as an Assistant Site Coordinator for a local elementary school. We focused on...

Jacqueline B. says "Melissa recently squeezed in some time with my mom while my husband and I were away. Melissa visitid with my mom, helped her with meal prep, and...

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Lysa Y.

Mature Woman , With Over30 Years Experience With Children And Household Management.Full Time

Framingham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a Mother , Teacher , nanny , and work with Kids in my community. Over 30 years experience. Fun ! Cool! And progressive! And a great cook!!! I have 10 years working with Teenagers with cognitive disabilities ex: ADHD, Depression, defiance and trauma , Cerebral , etc. I have work with kids my whole life. Infants Preschool...

Lorianne P. says "Lysa has been an incredible help to us. She has a positive attitude and is always looking for ways to help us run our household ,or manage our family....

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Sarah R.

Sudbury, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
10+ years of experience in childcare, professional and private. Excelling in all age ranges, from newborn to teenager. Well versed in many facets, homework help, arts & crafts specialties, social emotional learning, gross-motor play, special needs experience, transportation, home management and organization, meal prep, CPR &...

Brigid D. says "Sarah did a fabulous job watching my 3 young boys. She kept them busy and having fun, and oversaw mealtime. When we need a babysitter in the future we...

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Karen K.

Special Needs Care: Adults Of All Ages

Westborough, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I truly enjoy working with individuals with special needs because I find it rewarding to get to know the whole person, their strengths, interests, habits, and areas of challenge. I am seeking a position that does not require me to provide physical assistance (heavy lifting, positioning, transfers...) For 13 years I worked as an...

Peter B. says "Karen is very compassionate and caring. She cared of my uncle and was a complete joy. We both looked forward to seeing her especially my uncle. She was...

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Nancy D.

Part-time Babysitter Available

Natick, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi Everyone, my name is Nancy and here is a Bio of what I have to offer, I will keep it short. I have been taking care of children for over 20 years. Typical and Special needs. I can help out with almost anything. I love cooking and baking, I have lots of energy if needed, for those high energy children. I was a recreation...

Liza H. says "Nancy is a super responsible, caring and fun babysitter who understands 'boy energy'. My sons enjoyed spending time with Nancy. I felt very confident in...

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Randi B.

Caregiver

Hopedale, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
I am an experienced caregiver for primarily senior citizens but have also worked with young children professionally and privately. Most recently I have worked with the same woman till her passing at 99 years old last month. I am trained in Alzheimer's, dementia, CPR and first aid. I am extremely organized, a fast learner, I am a...
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Cecilia S.

Creative and Athletic Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Medway, MA

4.7(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm one of seven children and I've been sitting since I was old enough to earn money. My three children are now young adults and on their own. I worked hard with them and their achievements make me a proud Momma! I am college educated, athletic, energetic, a lifelong learner, organized, conscientious, a great cook and I'm...

Shruti B. says "I messaged Cecilia for taking care of my baby. But at that time she was not available for the job. The best thing about her is that she informed me about...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.00/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 Ashland, MA

Special Needs Caregivers in Ashland, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Mariza F.

Mariza is a very sweet lady ,she also is very patient ,accountable and trustworthy. She promotes a safe and fun environment to the kids in...

- Simone S.

Rachel G.

Our 3 year old son enjoyed Rachel's company. She played cars with him, reminded him of potty breaks, and prepared snacks while we worked...

- Teresa W.

Cheryl C.

Cheryl helped me as needed in my family daycare over the last 20 years. She is experienced, patient, enthusiastic, well spoken, reliable...

- Danielle H.

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