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Meghan S.

Charlestown, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! my name is Meg. I have 12 years full time childcare experience that includes ages newborn to 9 years old and special needs children/adults. I have excellent references, I am EEC certified, CPR/first aid certified, valid drivers license and clean driving record. I look forward to speaking with you about how I can become an...

Laura H. says "Meg is incredible! I hired Meg to watch my 18 month old during holiday break, after a bad experience with a different nanny. She worked with both A. & I...

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Colleen C.

I Love Working With Children With Special Needs!!!

Charlestown, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with children on the Autism Spectrum for 17 years plus. I began at LCDC in JP and now work in Cambridge in a sub separate class with preschoolers 3-5 years on the Spectrum. I love my job and find it very rewarding. I cannot see myself doing anything else. I also have a daughter with ADHD, Dyslexia and an oral...
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Emma C.

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

Charlestown, MA

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$15/hr
In my time at Penn State, I have loved working with the program. This program provides peer mentorship for students in the State College area with special needs. In addition, I volunteered in middle and high school with our mentorship program . On top of my years of volunteer experience, I have spent my 3. 5 years at Penn State...
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Caroline E.

Charlestown, MA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
I grew up in Wellesley & Dedham, MA as one of four kids! I attended Newton Country Day School for the Sacred Heart in Newton and worked as a recreational aide at the Charles River Center ARC. I'm a Boston College graduate with a bachelors in History and a minor in women's & gender studies! I recently moved to Charlestown with my...
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Emily C.

Responsible, Caring Nursing Student Seeking Part-time Childcare Work

Charlestown, MA

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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I am a Registered Nurse working in Boston, MA. I have over 8 years of experience taking care of children of all ages from newborns to pre-teens, including children with special needs. I am available whether you need a date night, an afternoon to yourself, or an extra hand around the house to help with your kids' afterschool...
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Melissa G.

Charlestown, MA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello my name is Melissa and I am a graduate student studying Speech Language Pathology in Boston seeking a part-time babysitting job in the Boston area! I absolutely love children and have had years of experience as an ABA Therapist aiding children and preteens with Autism Spectrum Disorder as well as working as a...
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Taylor P.

Part-time Summer Caregiver

Charlestown, MA

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$15/hr
I started babysitting as a pre-teen and have had experience with different families and ages over the past 10+ years. I have also had experience babysitting an autistic child. On top of my babysitting experience, I am a dentist who just graduated from Tufts. Through my education I have become CPR certified and have had to work...
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Natasha H.

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Ivone R.

Everett, MA

4.8(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I already took care of children from 2 months to 10 years. Plus I do have experience with children with special needs.

Care Member says "I cannot say enough good things about Ivone! The biggest thing is that she truly cares about my daughter. I always feel confident in her ability to show...

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Livi R.

Hands Down - Best Baby Sitter Ever!

Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
As someone who began caring for my siblings at a very young age, including a sibling who has behavioral issues, ADHD, and special needs - it was only natural that as soon as I turned 13, I began babysitting and nannying for neighbors. I have always loved children and I am dedicating my future career to helping children and...

Ashley R. says "Livi is wonderful! My two girls, 1.5 & 4.5 adore her. She is thoughtful, punctual, organized, and she always engages the girls in activities. My 4.5 year...

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Jovanni S.

Love To Have Fun And Guide

Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Jovanni. I am 26 years old. I have been a nanny to multiple families since I was 18, I have experience with special needs and autism children, and I have watched as many as 3 kids. I've always loved children and am constantly around the younger generations.. I am very active, love sports, and the outdoors. I am...

Leemichael M. says "Jovanni has been a great help to my family and when our schedules match again I hope he can continue to work with my son. Dependable, caring and...

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Denzil P.

Caring And Committed Caregiver And Babysitter

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I provide tutoring and babysitting services to special needs students, after school and on weekends. I also provide PCA support to adults with spinal chord injury or have cerebral palsy. I also have a 26-year-old son - a US Navy veteran - who is currently away in college. I'm caring, patient and diligent.

Alysia A. says "Denzil was among the best caregivers we ever worked with to help with our severely autistic son. Denzil is warm, open, and energetic. He would take our...

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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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Lauren P.

Part-time Caregiver, Nanny, Babysitter, Etc.

Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a Speech-Language Pathologist who works with children of all ages with a variety of needs. I am looking to nanny part-time in addition to my role as a speech-language pathologist.

Natalie D. says "Lauren is amazing and has been a great addition to our family. She made a huge difference and contributed to my 2 year old son like no one else did. His...

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Alexis P.

Caregiver Available

Malden, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I have been a patient and loving child care provider for over 9 years. I have cared for children ranging in ages from infant through age 13 . Additionally, I have experience with special needs as I was a personal caretaker for a child with autism and epilepsy for three years. I am CPR and first aid certified! I graduated...

George S. says "Alexis is punctual, safety conscious, and patient with children. She watched my son from when he was 15 months to when he was 3. Her responsibilities were...

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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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
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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Nicole C.

Reliable

Somerville, MA

3.6(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
I have experience with twins, add/adhd, and special needs. I have experience also with children 5 months old and up. Also available short notice!

Care Member says "We hired Nicole to watch my elderly mom with dementia and she was nothing short of amazing! She was always a few minutes early and had the patients of a...

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Marybeth S.

OTD Student Available For Part-Time Childcare

Cambridge, MA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I'm a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a strong background in childcare and experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a BA in Psychology and recently moved to Boston to pursue my Doctorate in...
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Elisabeth V.

Experienced, Passionate Childcare Worker

Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Elisabeth and I love to create fun art, STEM, and educational experiences for youth. I have worked at my local Boys and Girls Club for five years. Currently I am a paraprofessional. I am looking to work with children and families on a more individual level. I have experience creating lesson plans, facilitating and...

Crystal C. says "I have had the pleasure of getting to know Elizabeth. After a time of talking with and getting to see her interact with various children, with different...

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Nicole C.

Experienced And Knowledgeable Tutor

East Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am an elementary school teacher living in Boston. I am fun and compassionate and love promoting hands on and outdoor learning experiences for kids. I have experience working with special needs students as well as managing behavior in my class. I also have worked as a nanny and camp counselor. I have a masters degree in...

Erica F. says "Nicole has taken care of our children all summer (ages 9 & 10) and has been fantastic - compassionate, creative, responsible, and fun. She was flexible...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.57/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 Charlestown, MA

Special Needs Caregivers in Charlestown, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Meghan S.

Meg is incredible! I hired Meg to watch my 18 month old during holiday break, after a bad experience with a different nanny. She worked...

- Laura H.

Natasha H.

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

- Care member

Ivone R.

I cannot say enough good things about Ivone! The biggest thing is that she truly cares about my daughter. I always feel confident in her...

- Care member

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