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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Derry, NH

The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Derry, NH

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Traci R.


Derry, NH

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Derry Female Looking to Care For Your Child/Children

5.0

(1)

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I have worked 14+ years with ages 6 - 50. I have worked with a variety of special needs (behavioral, autism, Down syndrome, and other areas) children and adults for about 12 years. I have also babysat for about 14+ years, from newborn to about 12-years-old. I enjoy spending time with others. I am compassionate, patient,...
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Nick S.


Derry, NH

$10-15/hr

Male Provider Looking To Provide Direct Support For Young Adults

5.0

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I have experience with people on the autism spectrum. I have the knowledge of adult services in the NH area. I enjoy photography; videography, reading, trail/ hike walking, watching movies, soccer, golf, bowling, video games, the mall and road trips. I have a part time job but have availability on Thursdays, Friday and Saturday...
5.0
"Nick is such a wonderful and caring guy that is always there for you and he's passionate about working with all people, especially special needs people. He's such a positive guy that will make you and your...

Reviewed by Nina M.

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Traci R.


Derry, NH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking to Care for Your Child/Children

5.0

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Hello. My name is Traci, I have babysat for about 35+ years, from newborn to about 14 years of age. I have worked 4-5 years in the rehabilitation field for a company, working with behavioral adolescents, autism, down syndrome and other areas. I live in Derry, have a car. and very flexible. I enjoy playing board games, doing...
5.0
"Traci was a care giver for my son P. who has Down’s syndrome. P. required full time care. Traci would get him off the bus, brought him for walks, weather permitting, and read and played games with him. During...

Reviewed by Care member

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Britni S.


Derry, NH

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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I am a licensed and certified Occupational Therapist who has 4 years of experience working in the rehabilitation field. I have clinical experience in pediatrics and mental health as well as 8 years of experience working in the human services field working with individuals with a multitude of diagnoses!
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Jennifer C.


Derry, NH

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello!!! I would love to help care for you or a family member. I have 10 years of experience in caring for children and adults of all ages. I love to laugh and take one day at a time. I am drama free and great at helping lighten the load in people's lives. Life is an adventure to be enjoyed by all and I am thankful for this...
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Leigh W.


Derry, NH

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi, I am a mom of 3 grown children. When they were in school I worked as a special education paraprofessional. Looking forward to hearing from you and willing to help you with your loved one with special needs!

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I feel qualified to care for those with special needs as I have a special needs son who is 5 years old. So as a mother of a son who has special needs, I really understand the patience it takes and understanding to achieve progress and happiness.
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Donna C.


Derry, NH

$20-45/hr10 yrs exp

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Founder and Executive Director of REACH Program, recognized model for the Region 10 Client Management Program. See Resume for experience and Training.
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Meghan D.


Derry, NH

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

Registred Nursing Will To Help!

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I have many years of experience taking care of all ages. I'm a night shift Registered Nurse looking to help out when I'm not working at the hospital. I can help with cooking/meal prep, laundry, light housekeeping, errands, grocery shopping, carpool, crafts, swimming supervision, travel, and remote learning. I am also willing to...
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Lynne A.


Derry, NH

$40/hr5 yrs exp

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I have had several years of experience in elderly care with parents and older neighbors. I do have a degree in Education as well and feel one of my strengths is communication. I cared for my elderly parents and also cared for an 90-year-old woman for 6 years. This included making appointments, buying groceries, helping with...
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Maria L.


Derry, NH

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Love Caring For Children And Dogs

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My name is Maria and I'm 36 years old. I've done babysitting since I was very young. I've babysat for my family. I got my first formal babysitting job in June of 2009. I worked as extra help for kids after school for almost 4 years taking care of 3 wonderful girls who are now almost 7, 8 and 10 years old. They were 4, 5 and 7...
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Christine S.


Derry, NH

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/respite Provider

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Caregiver, social worker, skills trainer and respite provider with 20+ years of experience in the human service field. I have provided direct care for individuals experiencing developmental, physical and mental health challenges. After working for the past few years in an insurance related behavioral health position, I am...
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Julie K.


Windham, NH

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Liscenced Nurses Assistant

5.0

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I have over 4 years of experience in many levels of care for your needs , I have a strong work ethnic and consider myself to be a companionate very responsible person. Please consider. Thank you for your time.
5.0
"Julie was an absolutely wonderful caregiver. I will definitely use her again."

Reviewed by Caryn J.

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Heather M.


Windham, NH

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

4.0

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I have been working with Community Crossroads giving hands on care and companionship for 26-year-old girl with autism and epilepsy, she is also speech delayed. I also work with an 8-year-old autistic girl which includes pick up from school, dinner preparation and hands on playtime. Weekend days I work with a 50-year-old with...
4.0
"Heather worked with my daughter for a couple of years. She formed an excellent rapport with us however had some difficulty following behavior plans implemented when we realized my daughter had regressed to...

Reviewed by Cathy F.

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Michele M.


Salem, NH

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny / Household Manager

5.0

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Being a full time nanny for many years , I have worked with all kinds of special needs from non verbal, autisum, adhd, wheel cahir bound but have most of my experience with cerebral palsy , as this is something that I have dealt with my whole life. ( as my brother has this special need) im a fun, loving, careing, dependable...
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Cindy H.


Hampstead, NH

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Energetic Multi-tasking Caregiver

5.0

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Being a mom of two, and a grandma of two, I am no stranger to caring for children. For over 25 years, I have cared for my own children as well as had my own private daycare, where I cared for up to 4 children at any given time. I have experience with all ages, multiple siblings, twins, as well as children with special needs. I...
5.0
"Cindy is one of the sweetest, kindest, most reliable people I know. She is beautiful inside and out. Cindy has watched my children, now my grandchildren, and I watch how she cares for her own grandchildren. I...

Reviewed by Diane B.

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Emma P.


Salem, NH

$10-15/hr

Part-time, Full-time Caregiver

5.0

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I am a paraprofessional and have worked with children that have special needs. I am passionate about helping them achieve their goals, and learn each day.
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Kelly J.


Salem, NH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

3.0

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I have 16 years of child care experience working with infants-middle school age. I have lots of infant, toddler, preschool, school age, middle school age, twins and special needs experience. I have 11 years of daycare setting experience, working as a infant and toddler teacher. I also have 5 years of nanny experience as well. I...
5.0
"Interviewed Kelly and looking forward to having her start working for us! Several great references and an impressive background in child education. "

Reviewed by Patrick T.

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Corene P.


Manchester, NH

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am So Excited To Be Able To Follow My Care Giving Passion Again After So Many Years.

5.0

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I have been a caregiver to both young and elderly since I was in my teens. I have memory care experience as well and special needs care for children and adults both through an agency and privately. I also have school volunteer experience as school newspaper parent, lunch and recess duties and chaperone for many trips....
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Sheila P.


Atkinson, NH

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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I'm a 54-year-old mom with a 24-year-old son with special needs. I've had the opportunity to take care of my elderly mother-in-law (we moved her in with us) who had dementia and then suffered a stroke. After she passed away, my mom who had COPD moved in with us and I was able to take care of her until she passed away from...
5.0
"Sheila is an excellent caregiver. She is kind and thoughtful and has an upbeat and fun personality. She does all of the required job tasks faithfully and takes initiative with tasks and ideas and is willing to...

Reviewed by Amy A.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Derry, NH

Nick S.

5.0

Nick is extremely dependable and reliable. His communication is great and he asks appropriate questions. Nick does well with higher functioning people and is a great mentor/companion for them.

- Aleece P.

Traci R.

5.0

Traci was a care giver for my son P. who has Down’s syndrome. P. required full time care. Traci would get him off the bus, brought him for walks, weather permitting, and read and played games with him. During Traci’s tenure with P., he developed a new fascination with building blocks and Lincoln...

- Care member

Julie K.

5.0

Julie was an absolutely wonderful caregiver. I will definitely use her again.

- Caryn J.

Heather M.

4.0

Heather worked with my daughter for a couple of years. She formed an excellent rapport with us however had some difficulty following behavior plans implemented when we realized my daughter had regressed to prior challenging behaviors. The stress was too much and Heather elected to move on to...

- Cathy F.

Cindy H.

5.0

Cindy is one of the sweetest, kindest, most reliable people I know. She is beautiful inside and out. Cindy has watched my children, now my grandchildren, and I watch how she cares for her own grandchildren. I wouldn't anyone else with my kiddos. Also a kick butt housekeeper.

- Diane B.

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Ratings for Derry, NH special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Derry, NH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.