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Richardson C.

I'm Here To Support

Dedham, MA

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$15/hr
Hi there, I hope you're doing well! Everyone deserves to be loved and I'm here to Bring job and enjoy the little things in life. I've a friend who had special needs must people were kind of backing away from him which I didn't understand at first but I realize other saw him differently as I didn't even think of it. No one is...
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Shannon K.

Dedham, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Getting my Masters in special needs. Experience with Autism.
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Penelope N.

Full Time Personal Care Attendant.

Dedham, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hi, my name is Penelope. I have 3 years experience as a caregiver. I am dependable reliable and honest. I am very passionate about helping others and my purpose is to provide care in the best manner that suits their personal needs. My experience includes assisting with personal care, meal preparation, medication administration,...
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Michelle N.

Dedham, MA

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$26/hr
7 years experience
Hi there. My name is Michelle. I have an Elementary Education degree from Bridgewater State University. I have extensive experience working with those with special needs. First and foremost, my daughter, Kelly is on the autism spectrum. She is now 22 years old, and completed 12 years of schooling earning her high school diploma....
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Carol H.

Dedham, MA

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$30/hr
7 years experience
I majored in English and Secondary Education with a concentration in Special Education. I love working with all types of people and I am a very compassionate and nurturing individual. I am patient as evident with over seven years of teaching experience.
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Mackenzie L.

Dedham, MA

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$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Mackenzie, and I'm an energetic and adventurous young woman who absolutely loves kids and animals! I've grown up in Dedham and know the surrounding areas very well, which makes outings and transportation super easy and stress-free. I have experience caring for children of all ages, including a sweet 6-year-old...
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Michelle N.

Dedham, MA

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$20/hr
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I have my Elementary Education degree from Bridgewater State University. I am kind, caring, patient, and reliable. I worked as a Case Manager at Lifeworks. I worked directly with those with special needs. I am also a mother to two wonderful adults. My daughter is on the autism spectrum. I worked tirelessly with the Dedham...
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Alicia N.

Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
companionship
home modification
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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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Saranya S.

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
For the past decade, I've found immense joy in nurturing children of all ages. My profession nanny experiences ignited a passion to positively impact young lives and support families by providing dependable care. I hold a college degree and have completed Early Child Development Coursework. I am also certified in First Aid...

Jenna S. says "Saranya "Netny" is our current nanny for our 9-month-old son. She is warm, caring, conscientious, a natural with children, and flexible to our preferences...

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Elisabeth F.

Nanny Available

Norwood, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
20 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi all, my name is Liz! I am currently looking for a part-time nanny position that would be a great fit for us both. My experience as a mother, nanny, CNA, and some elder care has equipped me with the skills and knowledge to provide top-quality care for infants, toddlers, and children of any age. I am CPR and first aid certified...

Care Member says "Elisabeth has watched my 2 year old son since he was an infant. I always feel comfortable leaving him in her care. She is reliable, trustworthy and a...

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Arismar M.

Fun, Educational Nanny!

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Arismar (Ari) for short, I am 27 years old & I am currently enrolled at Bay Path University. I have been involved in childcare for about 8-10 years. I started my journey at my mothers family day care back when I was 18. Since then I have worked as a nanny for a few families, worked for Child care center & have...

Nancy R. says "Ari has been with our family since I went back to work when my son was 3 months old, until now when he'll be starting preschool. She is extremely reliable...

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Emonie P.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 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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Alerte M.

Randolph, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
companionship
home modification
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Alerte I have been a caregiver for 31 years I would love to take care of your loved one I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer's, and special needs I Assist them with personal care including bathroom functions, bathing grooming, etc. Following a prescribed healthcare plan and reminding them of the medication...

Erin M. says "Alerte is a wonderful help to my dad. She is simultaneously easy-going and has a specific knowledge and skills to deliver different techniques and...

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Ariana R.

Fun And Loving Nanny!

Newton Center, MA

5.0(1)
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$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 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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Athena Z.

Student Clinician In Graduate School For Speech Language Pathology

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
I am a licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist. My interests include working with children and students with a variety of delays/disorders such as Autism, Down Syndrome, and other developmental, cognitive and/or intellectual disabilities.

Peter G. says "Works well with special needs children, has good teaching skills. I am planning on using her as often as I can."

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Elizabeth A.

Firm, Loving, Caring, Fun And Creative, Honest, Four Star General, Committed Professional Nanny

Sharon, MA

3.4(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am the youngest of 11 children. Single mom of three for 20 years all in College now. I have 32 nieces and nephews. I have cared for all ages and personalities newborns-Teens & special needs. I have been a nanny for 30 years . It makes me proud knowing I helped to create in them developmental growth, academic strength ,...

Stephanie R. says "I recently had the privilege of talking to Elizabeth on the phone. She was exceptional! Very professional and super nice. In the end we did not need...

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Kristen B.

Experienced Childcare Provider

Braintree, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello, my name is Kristen. I am 28 years old and have worked with children for 12 years. I am a certified MA teacher for Prek to 2nd grade, as well as EEC certified as a Lead Infant, Toddler, and Preschool teacher. I worked in daycare for 4 years with children aged 6 months to 5 years old. I then worked in a preschool with...

Care Member says "Kristen was my son’s nanny for the summer of 2022, he was 3 yrs old then. We were very happy with her. She was very punctual, she was always on time and...

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Sarah P.

Care For All Ages And All Abilities, Tutoring Offered, Part Time

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
In 2009 I began volunteering at in the Art department at a day program for adults with developmental disabilities. I immediately realized that this was something I wanted to continue doing. Since then I have worked at several day-hab facilities, including one which focused on teaching art to adults with behavioral challenges. I...

Sara F. says "Sarah came to watch my children once. They absolutely loved her! She entertained them the whole night and despite being allowed to have a movie night, I...

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Leah H.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 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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Moya K.

Live-Out Nanny, Babysitter, Child Minder

Norwood, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
I am Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certified; I love being creative and singing, exploring nature, things like that. I have years of experience providing exceptional care to children aged infant to 15; I am proficient in communicating with children at different developmental stages, ability to assist children with school...
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  • The average post rate is $19.71/hr as of December 2025

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Special Needs Caregivers in Dedham, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

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.

Saranya S.

Saranya "Netny" is our current nanny for our 9-month-old son. She is warm, caring, conscientious, a natural with children, and flexible to...

- Jenna S.

Elisabeth F.

Elisabeth has watched my 2 year old son since he was an infant. I always feel comfortable leaving him in her care. She is reliable,...

- Care member

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