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Nicole C.

Experienced And Knowledgeable Tutor

East Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
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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ABA Therapist And/or Special Needs Nanny

East Boston, MA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I have been working with children full time as a nanny and an ABA therapist (teacher for special needs children) since graduating from University of Colorado in 2008. I have also taken further coursework in child development and education and have an MA in Applied Behavior Analysis with an emphasis in autism. I have a lot of...
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East Boston, MA

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$17/hr
I am in my first year of pursuing my masters degree in occupational therapy! I am looking to gain more experience working with a variety of different needs and disabilities!
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East Boston, MA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm a PICU and NICU nurse with a passion for caring for children and supporting families. I grew up with an older brother with special needs, which shaped my patience, compassion, and ability to adapt to each child's unique needs. I currently work part-time as a nurse and am looking to babysit in my extra time. I'm...
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East Boston, MA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have worked with children with ASD and global developmental delays as well as ADHD. I have experience with children who have experienced trauma and grief. I work with kids who have behavioral concerns and have experiences with violent behaviors. I also have experience working with children and adults with Down syndrome.
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Me

East Boston, MA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hi I'm ty and here to help the young the old and the inBetween.. I've had 8 years of caretaking I love taking care of people.
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East Boston, MA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I worked as an assistant teacher for one school year in an MOID classroom. I have worked with Angelmans syndrome, autism, seizure disorders, and others.
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Psicóloga And Pedagogy

East Boston, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Psychology and pedagogy committed to my work and to the integral well-being of people. Honesta y solidaria.
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East Boston, MA

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$25/hr
I am currently working as a Clinical Residential Program Coordinator at the New England Center for Children and am looking to do in home care! I have worked with people from all ages with developmental and medical disabilities in the most severe form and would love to connect!
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Friendly Sitter.

East Boston, MA

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi I'm Lauren. I've taken care of some kids over the years like my little cousins. I'm very family oriented and like to help when I can and do what I'm told needs to be done. I grew up also with a handicap brother and helped care for him growing up along with at school helped with a special needs program spending time with...
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East Boston, MA

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
Hi! I'm a PICU and NICU nurse with a passion for caring for children and supporting families. I grew up with an older brother with special needs, which shaped my patience, compassion, and ability to adapt to each child's unique needs. I currently work part-time as a nurse and am looking to babysit in my extra time. I'm...
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East Boston, MA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
transportation
errands
Becoming a caregiver allowed me to support families and offer them reliable care. I hold a graduate degree and bring a friendly, approachable personality to my work. I have one year of experience assisting seniors with transportation, errands, shopping, and meal preparation. I am trained in First Aid. When caring for individuals...
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Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I' m a mom of 2 wonderful children, a boy (age 18) and a girl (age 20). I've grown up as the neighborhood babysitter in my hometown. I went to Wheelock College for Early Childhood Education, with a minor in special needs. I am certified to teach preschool through 6th grade. I also tutored children from grades 2-8.

Michelle V. says "Patty watched my daughter from 4 months old til 2.5 years. She took care of her as if she were her own. "

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Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello my name is Cherylann.. I have been a foster mother for the state of mass. I've been working with kids my entire life, been a foster mother for the state of Ma.. worked as a preschool teachers aid for nine years, worked for a overnight nanny service which was extensive training. I have had CPR and first aid training ....

Jeremiah M. says "Cherylann goes above and beyond, and really cares about the children she works with. Our daughter absolutely loves her and any family would be lucky to...

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Vaccinated Summer Nanny

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a nanny with 7 years, 30+ families & 75+ kids worth of experience. As a Wellesley College student I have taken classes in neuroscience & anthropology-preparing me for all backgrounds & developmental abilities-& medical school one day! I am both CPR certified & have worked as an EMT for 2 years responding to 911...

Care Member says "She was great! The kids had so much fun with her and was even asking if she was coming back the next day. Very polite and punctual. Would definitely...

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Stoneham, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience
Errands
hospice services
respite care
personal care
dementia
Reliable Private Duty Caregiver with experience of 6 years I am very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Great at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong support with a client. Specialized in elderly and special needs patients. Certified in first aid,...

Avain R. says "Rashidah did a fantastic job managing the conflict that always came up during the care-taking of my 80 year old Father. well Conflict is inevitable,...

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Experienced Loving, Caring Nanny Available Full-Time & Part-Time

Woburn, MA

3.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I work in a public school as a lunch monitor. I am unavailable 11-3 until June24th. after that I am available anytime. I am a mom. My husband works from home. it makes it easier to work. I have a clean CORI. I'm energetic, able to multi-task with ease. I have twin and special needs experience, able to care for several children....

Care Member says "Roberta has been an amazing help to us with transportation for our son's swim practice. She has always been on time and is flexible when we need her....

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Roslindale, MA

3.7(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I've worked with children of all ages, infants, children with special needs and allergies and have worked both full-time and part-time. I can also work on an as-needed basis. I am now in the dissertation writing phase of my Ph. D. and am looking for opportunities this summer, and into the fall. I am fully vaccinated and CPR and...

Simone R. says "Kerry Jo, was a delight and the children just loved her. Simone"

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Pediatric RN

Malden, MA

5.0(0)
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$45/hr
4 years experience
Hi everyone! I am a Pediatric RN with 4 years of experience on an infant/toddler step down critical care unit. I have experience in: -prematurity -tracheostomies -ng tubes -G tubes -J tubes -central lines -changing -feeding -PN and lipids -ostomies -OEIS -spit fistulas -Straight catheterization -foleys -injections -all...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.08/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in East Boston, MA

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

Nicole C.

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

- Erica F.

Patty S.

Patty watched my daughter from 4 months old til 2.5 years. She took care of her as if she were her own.

- Michelle V.

Cherylann S.

Cherylann goes above and beyond, and really cares about the children she works with. Our daughter absolutely loves her and any family would...

- Jeremiah M.

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