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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hanover, MA

The average rate is $13/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Hanover, MA

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Sydney F.


Hanover, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Experienced Caretaker

5.0

(2)

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My Name is Sydney. I am a 31 years old with 15+ years of experience working with children of all ages. I have ample experience working with children with special needs and children undergoing psychiatric and medical care. I have a degree in Expressive Arts Therapy from Lesley University. I was previously the program director for...
5.0
"Sydney is an exceptional person. I feel completely comfortable with her in my home. She is a gem!"

Reviewed by Amy L.

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Stephanie C.


Hanover, MA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

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When I lived on the Cape I was a PCA for a wheel bound man. I also used to be a certified nurses aid and have attended some nursing school.
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Grace G.


Hanover, MA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

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currently providing child care for a sweet little girl with downs syndrome. I am looking for more hours to add to my schedule.
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Kristen B.


Braintree, MA

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider

5.0

(1)

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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...
5.0
"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 did things exactly by the time she promised she would....

Reviewed by Care member

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Amanda C.


South Weymouth, MA

$15-30/hr

Amanda C. OTR/L

5.0

(1)

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Hello! My name's Amanda. I'm 25 years old and have a masters degree in occupational therapy from the University of New England. I've worked with children, and children with special needs, for the past several years. My most recent nannying was for a sweet 2-year-old girl while I was in graduate school. Before that I completed a...
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Jasmine A.


Rockland, MA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

(1)

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I graduated with a degree in Education from North Carolina State University in 2016. I started babysitting back in high school and have experience with newborn through teenagers as well as children with special needs. I currently work as an ABA Specialist for Boston Public Schools. I am ideally looking to provide summer care. I...
5.0
"She was our top choice for hire. Just an amazing person. Very intelligent and got along with the kids during our interview. We decided not to hire a nanny, but she would have been ours in a heartbeat. I highly...

Reviewed by Leah A.

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Karen C.


South Weymouth, MA

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Care Giver

5.0

(1)

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I am a Mom of a 34-year-old developmental delayed daughter and I have a 36-year-old down syndrome sister in law.
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Robyn C.


East Weymouth, MA

$28-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Of All Ages With Flexible Times And Transportation

5.0

(7)

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20+ years experience, full-time nanny for multiple years and babysitter throughout years before. CPR and First Aid certified along with knowledge from child care courses and experience working alongside with early intervention. My goal is to teach and care for children while making it fun and enjoyable for them. I have...
5.0
"Robyn babysat for my two children (aged 8 months and 2.5 yrs) and my niece and nephew (aged 6 and 9) for a date night. She put the two older kids to bed while the two younger kids slept. She was punctual,...

Reviewed by Julia M.

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Megan C.


Whitman, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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Hello! I am a full-time speech-language pathologist in the schools and I am looking for some afternoon/evening and weekend babysitting in the south shore area of Boston. I have experience with children of all ages as well as some experience with children who have special needs or who need extra tutoring and time spent on their...
5.0
"Megan is fun, dependable, experienced and so knowledgeable! She was great with our intense daughter over several years."

Reviewed by Robin K.

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Maryann H.


Marshfield, MA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

(13)

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Hello, After many years working at Verizon, I decided to be a stay at home mom. We had adopted two beautiful babies and I didn't want to miss first steps, tooth or first anything. I know not everyone can do this. If you can't, then I am here to help you. It was the best decision I've ever made. When they started school I...
5.0
"She has been the best babysitter we have found. She is always on time and the kids love spending time with her every time she comes. Our daughter is special needs and she does a great job with her."

Reviewed by Care member

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Rafaela F.


Braintree, MA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

4.3

(6)

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Greetings families, I'm Rafa, a 30-year-old individual fully vaccinated against COVID, offering over a decade of childcare expertise. I pride myself on being responsible, calm, and cautious, providing care to children aged 3 weeks to 16 years. My extensive experience includes nurturing a special needs girl from her 3 months to...
5.0
"Rafa is amazing. She love kids, is so dedicated and patient. Im so grateful whit her. My kids love her so much"

Reviewed by Care member

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Allison G.


Hanson, MA

$23-35/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello! My name is Allison and I'm a 28-year-old with experience as a Paraprofessional and Residential Life Skills Instructor for individuals with intellectual, cognitive, and behavioral disabilities on the south shore. I have experience in working with a spectrum of individuals and training in first aid including CPR, AED,...
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Christine O.


North Weymouth, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I work in school full time. I am copied and fingerprinted. I have worked with special needs and I was a certified preschool teacher. Other past experience is working in assisted living with elderly
5.0
"Christine is a kind and nurturing person who loves working with children. Christine was my child care provider for my 2 sons for over 14 years. One of my sons was in her care from infancy through middle...

Reviewed by Linda D.

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Neka U.


Brockton, MA

$45-50/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

5.0

(8)

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My name is Neka, I have a Bachelor of science degree in communication disorders. I've been working with children for over 4 years now; experienced in nurturing children of all ages and those with special needs. I'm looking for full-time/part-time position, also occasional babysitting and date nights. In general, I love children,...
5.0
"took good care of our 2 kids, showing interest and knowledgeable of kids. I definitely recommend Neka"

Reviewed by Mireille A.

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Kayla D.


Pembroke, MA

$15-24/hr10 yrs exp

Awesome References And I Do Overnight Babysitting

4.3

(3)

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I have extensive experience with children from ages newborn to 18 years of age and with up to as many as eight children at once. My experience includes infant twins and toddler triplets as well as medically complex and special needs children. I also am experienced with overnights and was the sole caregiver of 2 children for 3...
5.0
"Kayla was terrific with our children. She drove them to activities and helped with their homework. They played outside and had a blast. She always supported our routines and rules to maintain consistency, She...

Reviewed by Susan O.

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Jillian B.


Braintree, MA

$23/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny/ Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old. Not only have I cared for neighbors children, but I also have 4 nephews and 2 nieces who I have also cared for (now ranging from 5 months to 18 years old). I also have a younger sister (four years younger than me) who is special needs who I have been caring for my entire life. I...
5.0
"Jilian is currently providing child care and assistance with remote learning for my son. She is wonderful and we are happy to have her."

Reviewed by Brandy M.

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Amanda C.


South Weymouth, MA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Amanda, MS, OTR/L

5.0

(2)

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Hello! My name's Amanda. I'm 26 years old and I have a masters degree in occupational therapy from the University of New England and a bachelors degree in physical education from Bridgewater State University. I've worked with children, and children with special needs, for the past several years. My past nannying roles include a...
5.0
"Amanda assisted my son (2nd grade) with distance learning and home learning. She was very patient, kind, and professional, and she was very good with my son, who can be difficult at times, particularly when it...

Reviewed by Amy D.

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Teresa W.


Hingham, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(5)

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I'm a 2018 University of Maine graduate with a child development and family relations major and nutrition food science minor. I graduated the University of Alabama in 2021 with a Nutrition Dietetics Food Science major and just completed my internship to become a clinical pediatric RDN. I grew up in Hingham, MA and just moved...
5.0
"Teresa is the best babysitter we ever had. She's extremely kind, fun loving, responsible, and dependable. She took extra care to come up with activities to engage my kids. I can't say enough good things about...

Reviewed by Alexis M.

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Michayla G.


South Weymouth, MA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Caregiver

5.0

(4)

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Hi! I'm looking for a 30ish hour a week nannying position. I am CPR & first aid certified, I studied early education and sociology in college, I have 13+ years of experience working with children of all ages & I have 3 kids of my own (they will not be coming with) They are 3, 2 & 4 months! I have experience with special needs,...
5.0
"She worked with our 3 month old twins in the mornings so my wife could get some stuff done around the house. We loved having her around and you can tell she's an amazing mother by the way she was with our...

Reviewed by Aaron M.

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Hi! My name is Anna. I'm a friendly and motivated worker who would love to help care for the senior in your life! I have 4 years of PCA special needs experience which has given me a unique skill set of patient and empathetic care. I believe that the seniors in our lives deserve compassionate, dependable, and respectful care and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hanover, MA

Sydney F.

5.0

Sydney is an exceptional person. I feel completely comfortable with her in my home. She is a gem!

- Amy L.

Kristen B.

5.0

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 did things exactly by the time she promised she would. Given her teaching background, she was able to structure my son’s day appropriately and kept...

- Care member

Jasmine A.

5.0

She was our top choice for hire. Just an amazing person. Very intelligent and got along with the kids during our interview. We decided not to hire a nanny, but she would have been ours in a heartbeat. I highly recommend her!

- Leah A.

Robyn C.

5.0

Robyn babysat for my two children (aged 8 months and 2.5 yrs) and my niece and nephew (aged 6 and 9) for a date night. She put the two older kids to bed while the two younger kids slept. She was punctual, friendly, and knew what she was doing. I would definitely hire her again!

- Julia M.

Megan C.

5.0

Megan is fun, dependable, experienced and so knowledgeable! She was great with our intense daughter over several years.

- Robin K.

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