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Tanisha M.

Boston, MA

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
10+yrs experience in health care experience holy lift feeding cooking cleaning lifting overnights catheter bathing dressing etc
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Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$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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Babysitter/Nanny/Child-care Provider

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hello! My name is Clare. I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember over the last 10 years, and have extensive experience with kids of any and all ages. I have nannied for multiple families with infants/children below 12 months, assisted with transport of kids for after-school activities, and worked with many special...

Cassidy D. says "Clare babysat for us while we vacationed in NYC. She was a pleasure and we would be happy to use her anytime we come to town"

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Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Emonie. A North Carolina native who recently moved to Massachusetts. I have over 10 years of childcare experience ranging from infants to school-aged, including special needs. I've worked in daycare and school settings and have also spent many years babysitting and nannying for a lot of of families I had to leave...

Care Member says "Miss Emonie is the best nanny! She worked with my family for over a year with my 2 daughters. One was only 6 months and the other 7 yrs old. I could...

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Very Experienced Nanny In Boston

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Rita, I am an energetic and loving Nanny. My passion is caring for children of all ages, and I love taking care of newborns. I have many years of experience. I have worked with newborns, toddlers, multiples, infant twins and premature infant triplets with special needs. I am infant/toddler certified and First Aid/CPR...

Anne N. says "To whom it may concern. Rita A. was employed by us for 12 months, helping take care of our triplet infants. We are very sad to lose Rita because we...

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Abby B Boston Special Needs Aid

Boston, MA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hi I am Abby! I am a second year nursing major living in Boston. I worked as a Primary Care Assistant in Falmouth, MA for an 11-year-old boy with Costello syndrome. I have 1 year of experience, but unfortunately was not certified as a PCA because of Covid. I am First Aid/CPR/AED certified. I can help with...
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Special Needs Teacher

Boston, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with children and adults with and without disabilities for over 15 years. I am currently a teacher for teenagers with severe Autism. I love working with this population of people. Their minds are so intriguing. In the past I have worked as a camp counselor for kids with disabilities and as a PCA for people...
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Empathetic, Funny & Qualified Special Needs Caregiver

Boston, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Lucy . I'm 25 years old and recently moved to Boston. I am from Metro Detroit and graduated from Penn State University where I received degrees in Biology and Health Policy. I have over 10 years of experience working in childcare and home-health assistance. I have provided care to individuals requiring...
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Special Education Teacher And Tutor

Boston, MA

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$40/hr
2 years experience
I have 2 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. I have worked with a range of ages from 3 years old to 22 years old. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support and Behavior - Applied Behavior Analysis, Academics, Executive Functioning, and/or Daily Living Skills. I have a passion for helping...
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Boston, MA

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$16/hr
I am very caring and loving and will do anything to make you feel comfortable like I would treat family :) I have experience with children with autism primarily but am open to all new experiences and am a very quick learner. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Boston, MA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
My best friend's brother has severe Down's syndrome and my two youngest siblings both have special needs. My brother who is 12 years old has a minimal level of Asperger's and my youngest sister has pica and severe attachment disorder. I am available to care for your special needs loved ones.
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Occupational Therapy Student Available For Childcare Or PCA Position!

Boston, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Allie and I am currently in my final year of a 3 year doctorate of occupational therapy program. I have worked with typically developing children, children with special needs, and individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities for the last 7 years. I am truly passionate about helping anyone and everyone...
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Boston, MA

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$15/hr
9 years experience
I have worked as a behavioral therapist and also as a personal care assistant, so I am comfortable working with people with a variety of needs. I have taken many college courses on special needs, human development, communication disorders, AAC, and more. I am committed to grad school for Speech Pathology and plan to work with...
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Boston, MA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Maddie. I am a certified Behavioral Technician (BT) and am trained to work with children with special needs and do this part time. Otherwise, I have a ton of experience with kids. I have been a nanny, babysat, and watched kids over night. I am a playful, active, and attentive babysitter. I am CPR and first aid...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Boston, MA

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$15/hr
Hello! my name is Ashley and I have been working with the special needs community since high school. My mother was a caregiver when I was young, and would bring me along for special activities that made me love working with the community. I participated in Best Buddies in high school and I now volunteer once a week at a group...
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Boston, MA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I am an outgoing and active occupational therapy graduate student at Boston University. I have worked at a sleep away camp for teens and adults with disabilities (cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism, etc.) every summer since I was 17 years old. I worked this past summer at a camp for 3rd-6th graders with autism and down...
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Boston, MA

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$27/hr
4 years experience
I am a kind, caring, and compassionate person with a genuine vocation for taking care of people who need special attention. I am fluent in Portuguese, and while my English is not fluent, I can communicate and understand many things. My experience is focused on welcoming and supporting individuals with ailments of the soul,...
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Recent Graduate Seeking Disability Care From ~Jan 2018-April 2018

Boston, MA

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$30/hr
Babysitting Hi! My name is Tara and I am a preschool occupational therapist looking for an occasional babysitting gig in the Fort Greene/Clinton Hill general area. I have 12+ years of experience working with children with different abilities aged 1-13 years old in school, after-school, and home settings. I am looking to provide...
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Behavioral Health Therapist

Boston, MA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
I am a behavioral health therapist on an adolescent inpatient psychiatry unit and have experience and training in working with all ages (toddlers- seniors) experiencing cognitive, social, emotional, and physical challenges. I received my bachelors degree in counseling from Lesley University and am currently working towards my...
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About Me

Boston, MA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Hello, my name is Elizabeth. I am from The Netherlands and now live in the North End. I work full time as an Autism Therapist in the Boston public schools. I provide care in the evenings and weekends to offset the cost of graduate school. I would love to chat to and see if we would be a good fit! I am fully vaccinated, including...
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  • 87 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.37/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 Boston, MA

Special Needs Caregivers in Boston, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 87 listed special needs caregivers

Erin M.

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

- Sue M.

Clare O.

Clare babysat for us while we vacationed in NYC. She was a pleasure and we would be happy to use her anytime we come to town

- Cassidy D.

Emonie P.

Miss Emonie is the best nanny! She worked with my family for over a year with my 2 daughters. One was only 6 months and the other 7 yrs old....

- Care member

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