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Pamela T.

Social Worker Experienced In Care For Children With Medical And Behavioral Diagnoses

Lowell, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Pamela, and I have worked with multiple number of diagnoses and families. Over the years I have worked with a different number of individuals with anxiety, rare diagnoses, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other behavioral issues. I have experience with over 15 years working in the mental health field....

Care Member says "Pam was asked to assist with my 9 year old child with ADHD and my 10 year old medically complex son. Pam was confident, reliable, and caring. She is...

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Kelly J.

Nanny

Salem, NH

3.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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...

Patrick T. says "Interviewed Kelly and looking forward to having her start working for us! Several great references and an impressive background in child education. "

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Mary C.

Hudson, NH

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a lucky mother of two grown sons, ages 27 and 29. My experience also includes 15 pleasurable years working with special needs children in a public school setting. I am now on my 5th year as a nanny. I am looking for 4 consecutive 8 hour days. My rate is $26. per hour.

Julie S. says "Mary is with our family once a week and our shy little guy took to her immediately. I can't say enough good things about her. She is so active all day...

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Lisa L.

Senior Care Specialist

Westford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Respite care
visiting nurse
personal care
home modification
dementia
I have worked in elder care for most of my adult life as a Home Health Aid and Program Director. These roles provide me with many skills, both in caring for people physically but also cognitively. I can keep your loved one engaged, stimulated and interested in things around them. I am highly qualified and skilled in helping...

Bonnie O. says "We have had Lisa as a caregiver for my 95 yo mom for at least 2 or 3 years and she is wonderful! She has a kind and easy going manner and a great sense of...

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Jennifer L.

Loving Caregiver/ Preschool Teacher/ Nanny/House Manager

North Billerica, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My Professional experience includes nannying and house managing full time for the previous head of the an independent international boarding school in Rabun Gap Georgia for 9 years. l also nannied for 1 other head and 2 other administrators on Rabun Gap Nacoochee campus over a 10 year span. I have been working with newborn to...

Diana O. says "Jennifer did a great job for us. She came on at the last minute after another sitter canceled on us. She handled the infants excellently. Each from a...

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Heather M.

Windham, NH

4.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

Cathy F. says "Heather worked with my daughter for a couple of years. She formed an excellent rapport with us however had some difficulty following behavior plans...

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Julie K.

Liscenced Nurses Assistant

Windham, NH

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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.

Caryn J. says "Julie was an absolutely wonderful caregiver. I will definitely use her again."

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Vanesa D.

Methuen, MA

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Field staff/direct care for 2 years, Enjoyed babysitting kids, experience with autism. I love helping others and enjoy seeing someone relax.
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Maura P.

Maura's Mission

Methuen, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Hello there! I have been caring for children for over 35 years, special needs for 25 and was an ABA technician in the public school sector working with children with ASD for 18. The last 2 yrs I have been counseling in middle school for children with anxiety, depression, and other mental health, concerns. I raised 3 wonderful...

Maddy G. says "Maura has been working with special needs children as an ABA for over 20 years in the public school system. She would be an asset to any family, she is...

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Michele M.

Nanny / Household Manager

Salem, NH

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
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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Emma P.

Part-time, Full-time Caregiver

Salem, NH

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
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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Shamusa K.

Lowell, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello my name is Shamie. I have worked as a home health aide providing care for seniors and direct support specialist providing care for special needs adults and kids. I have also babysitting here and there. I have experience in both group homes and private settings. I have grown up in a big family, (12 of us total) with...

Sarah H. says "Sham was great with my two young children! I have a boy who is 3 and a girl who is 5. She was always on time. She came up with fun activities for my...

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Samantha C.

Special Education Teacher (PreK-8)

Tewksbury, MA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dual Masters Degree - Lesley University Moderate Disabilities (Pre-K) & Elementary Ed. (1-6) 5+ Years Experience Experience working with students with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Etc. Experience with Preschool Ages Students as well as 2nd - 5th Grade.
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Karina C.

Andover, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a Bachelor's in Psychology from St. John's University. I have worked with children of special needs both at the research and interpersonal level. I specifically have experience with FASD, ADHD, PPD, Autism, Down syndrome, speech delays, processing disorders and epilepsy. I am now attending a Post-Bac program at Georgetown...
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Jezabel A.

Nanny

Lowell, MA

4.0(1)
from
$27/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
As a dedicated childcare provider with seven years of experience, I've had the privilege of positively impacting the lives of children and supporting families. I'm passionate about creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and have fun. My patient, creative, and friendly nature allows me to...

Craig T. says "Jezabel interviewed with our family including a trial period with our 6mo old. She is a great communicator, calm and was very intuitive in caring for our...

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Maura P.

Care

Methuen, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello folks, I have been caring for children for over 35 years, special needs for 25 and was an ABA technician in the public school sector working with children with ASD for 18. The last 2 yrs I have been counseling in middle school for children with anxiety, depression, and other mental health, concerns. . I raised 3 wonderful...

Kelly B. says "I have four children and Maura has been caring for them for many years. Whenever My husband and I have somewhere to go, she is always the one we ask. She...

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Sierra N.

Special Education Teacher

North Billerica, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, I'm Sierra! I am a special education teacher whom has a masters degree in early childhood and am also working on my severe disabilities degree! I currently work as a severe special needs teacher for a school that focuses primarily on kids with Autism. I absolutely love teaching and can't picture myself working in any other...

Henry E. says "Sierra was a blessing for our family. She worked for us over the summer of 2017 for about two months, and was very professional and dependable. She...

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Jean G.

Here To Support You And Your Family

Andover, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I always established a positive relationship with child and parents. I have the ability to deal with difficult situations with consideration and I demonstrated ability to interact successfully with students with special needs including ASD. I have over 20 years of experience working as a Special Needs Aide in schools and...

Sheida F. says "A true angel. I wish I could keep her forever"

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Antonietta F.

Nanny With 35 Years Of Experience

Pelham, NH

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Annette and I have been working in the child care industry for 35 years. I graduated from college with a Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Child Psychology. The first 15 years of my career was spent working with children with special needs. For the past 20 years, I have worked as a nanny, caring for infants up to...

Josie B. says "Antonietta is my sister. I have a 10 year old daughter who thinks of my sister as her second mother! Antonietta is outstanding at understanding children,...

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Crystal T.

Crystal!

Tyngsboro, MA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! I am a teacher/therapist that works with kids with special needs. I have worked 1:1 with kids from the ages of 5-17 for 3. 5 years now. I am an older sister to 4 boys and 2 girls. I come from a big family which ultimately led me to love children. I am very patient, energetic, and reliable person. I am good at helping kids...

William M. says "Crystal is very reliable and mature. She relates well with kids, drives and cooks."

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.00/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 Dracut, MA

Special Needs Caregivers in Dracut, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Pamela T.

Pam was asked to assist with my 9 year old child with ADHD and my 10 year old medically complex son. Pam was confident, reliable, and...

- Care member

Kelly J.

Interviewed Kelly and looking forward to having her start working for us! Several great references and an impressive background in child...

- Patrick T.

Mary C.

Mary is with our family once a week and our shy little guy took to her immediately. I can't say enough good things about her. She is so...

- Julie S.

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