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Activities Assistant In College And Home Based Therapist For Children On The Spectrum.

South Dartmouth, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I was an activities assistant in college and a home base therapist for children on the spectrum and well as a group home therapist... I've also worked as an elderly companion/ assistant
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New Bedford, MA

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
I have 30 years of experience in PCA/HHA. I am certified in the field for special needs education, especially anyone on the autism spectrum, ABA's & ADL's. I can assist with transportation, shopping, meds, hygiene, meals, etc.. I'm very comfortable with all stages of Dementia/ Alzheimer's Disease. I have extensive training in...
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New Bedford, MA

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$37/hr
7 years experience
Hello, my name is Mariah! I'm 28 years old and I have worked in the healthcare field for about seven years now all seven are working with people of older ages and of mental disabilities. I care about this work and I believe serving others for the betterment of all is important and necessary. My skills are Bathing/dressing...
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ABA Paraprofessional

Acushnet, MA

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Hello, I'm Allison and I am 29 years old. I love working with children and in the past I have been a daycare teacher, nanny and part time babysitter. I currently am off for the summer, during the school year I work at New Bedford High school with children who have special needs and I also help watch my 6 nieces and nephews who...
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New Bedford, MA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
I have nearly two years of professional experience working in a day program setting, supporting individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and ages, from their 20s to 80+ years old. My experience includes providing assistance to individuals with disabilities, operating wheelchair-accessible and handicap-equipped vehicles, and...
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New Bedford, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
My name is Kayla. I have many years of showing with kids with autism. I have worked as a one-to-one in school settings. I have done both in-home and center-based behavioral therapy for kids ages 1-21. I have also worked as a lead therapist in social skills groups for kids with disabilities. Before all of this experience in...
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Paraprofessional

New Bedford, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have 30 years of experience in PCA/HHA. I am certified in the field for special needs education, especially anyone on the autism spectrum, ABA's & ADL's. I can assist with transportation, shopping, meds, hygiene, meals, etc.. I'm very comfortable with all stages of Dementia/ Alzheimer's Disease. I have extensive training in...
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New Bedford, MA

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$24/hr
I have a strong passion and love for working with children and adults with autism. My experience is both personal and professional, as my brother has autism, which has given me a deeper understanding of the patience, compassion, support, and care that individuals with autism deserve. I previously worked with BDES, where I had...
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North Dartmouth, MA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello. I've been working with special needs children/adults for 3 years now. I love my job and love that I able to make a difference in someone else's life. I am able to assist with everything including toileting, behaviors, stimming, aggression, dress up, play time, social interactions, and more.
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Mashpee, MA

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked a few programs for special needs. Also babysat a few children with special needs. I love working with children and I am kind compassionate and love the work that I do.

Sally L. says "Prompt communication! We needed someone to provide companion care for our 24 y/o son with autism while we went on a whale cruise. Kaylee was excellent and...

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Loving And Caring Caregiver

Mashpee, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
respite care
mobility assistance
dementia
companionship
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PCA certified, trained in all aspects of home health care, with extensive first aide training, With over 20 years experience, I specialize in, but not limited to, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, special needs and all aspects of autism, as well as hospice care. I also can provide...

Kristen M. says "Paulette has been caring for my father-in-law for about two months and I cannot say enough about how caring and kind she has been. Paulette is very...

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Part-time Caregiver

Mashpee, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
I have experience caring for children and adults who have Autism as well as cerebral palsy. I have volunteered at the ARC in South Norfolk to help take care of children and adults with autism and helping them with simple activities. I have also spent a month in Jamaica helping take care of children and adults with cerebral...
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Pocasset, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Home modification
hospice services
personal care
dementia
respite care
I've been a health care aide and patient care coordinator for the elderly and special needs clients for 10-plus years. My services include companionship, healthy meal prep, medication supervision, personal care, food shopping and errands, light housekeeping, medical appointments, assistance with physical therapy and...

IRVING S. says "I highly recommend Julie as a caregiver and companion. For the past two-plus years, Julie took care of my wife who was partially bedridden and a fall...

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Special Needs Provider

Wareham, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am trustworthy and reliable. I have worked with individuals with developmental and physical disabilities for over 18 years. I also work with the elderly and animals. I have done everything from assisting with ADLs to case management. I have taken care of horses chickens dogs cats birds I have given medications.

Melissa H. says "I have used Heather since September 2012 to watch my 6 year old son with special needs. Heather has been wonderful with him. I trust her to make the...

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Babysitter

Fall River, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
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Hello my name is Emily and I am 30 years old. I am CPR/first aid certified with the AHA and also have a CNA course under my belt. I am very experienced working with children. I have completed two classes on child development and child care, and worked in the Barnstable Early Learning center for two years. I have experience being...

Kelly G. says "Emily was hired for my family when my little girl was only 2 years old and we had just started our family. We were not on care.com at the time. Our little...

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Your Down To Earth Big Heart, Fun-Loving Nanny

Fall River, MA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I have 18 years of childcare experience and have worked with more than 30 families, building strong and meaningful relationships with the children I care for. I treat every child as if they were my own, always prioritizing a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment. I truly enjoy helping children learn, grow, and feel...

Victoria S. says "She stepped in when Covid first started for me and my kids. I still had to work and I didn't have anyone to stay home with my girls. She was always...

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Part-Time Experienced Caregiver/Nanny Available

East Falmouth, MA

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$18/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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I am a mom and new grandmother looking for part time or temporary hours. I am experienced at engaging children babies to teenagers. I also have experience with in-home childcare and creating summer activity plans including children with special needs. I also have over 25 years experience volunteering with youth K-teens. I also...
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Child Care

Mashpee, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
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I have been doing child and senior care for over 20 years. All aspects of child care including all aspects of special needs. Please contact me with any questions. Excellent references furnished upon request.
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Associates Degree In Early Childhood Ed.

Wareham, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I worked at a school and I have experience taking care of toddlers and special needs. I also babysat when I was quite young. I have spent my extra time as a caregiver for the elderly too. I have an associates degree in early childhood ed. I am very dependable and responsible, kids seem to like me right off. If you need me give...
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Experienced Babysitter Available Week Days And Some Weekends. CPR Certified!!

East Falmouth, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
Experience caring for children with special needs, experience caring for children one month through age 15. Experience caring for seniors. Activities done while caring for children, arts and crafts, reading, writing, going to the playground, going ice skating, going on walks, watching movies, mini golf, and other outdoor...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of October 2026

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Kaylee R.

Prompt communication! We needed someone to provide companion care for our 24 y/o son with autism while we went on a whale cruise. Kaylee was...

- Sally L.

Paulette S.

Paulette has been caring for my father-in-law for about two months and I cannot say enough about how caring and kind she has been. Paulette...

- Kristen M.

Julie Marie G.

I highly recommend Julie as a caregiver and companion. For the past two-plus years, Julie took care of my wife who was partially bedridden...

- IRVING S.

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