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Friendly, Energetic Sitter

Chicopee, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! My name is Steffanie and I have 2 years of experience as a special needs paraprofessional in the school system working with elementary and middle school aged children. I also have experience as a mental health counselor where I cared for children by providing fun, creative games to learn and play as well as always made sure...
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Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

Chicopee, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a stay at home mom with over a decade of childcare experience, including nannying for infants and toddlers as well as older children; I have worked with children with varying types and degrees of special needs, and I have tutored in math, ESL, and literature. I was an EMT for 3 years prior to the birth of my daughter and...
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Northampton, MA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
My name is Madyson. I have a bachelors of science in human development and family studies. I'm my undergraduate degree I focused on child life, hospitalized youth. I worked as a developmental therapist for two years before moving into special education. I have a masters degree in special education and teach full time. I...
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Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time

Northampton, MA

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$28/hr
7 years experience
I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
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Caregiver

Easthampton, MA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I have both personal and professional experience caring for people diagnosed with ADHD, ASD, and mental health challenges. I have also been an EMT for going on 4 years, and have experience with food allergies and epilepsy. My experience also encompasses being a Special Education Advocate where I not only helped clients get what...
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Jennifer O.'s Photo

Indian Orchard, MA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
home modification
errands
+ 1 more
Medication administration, cooking, helping people with their ADLs and ISP goals, supporting families with incontinence changing and also those with special needs. I'd describe my personality as compassionate in care given , loving , respectful, and supportive. I like caring for seniors because l enjoy helping people and...
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Part-time Caregiver

Northampton, MA

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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I have had multiple steady babysitting jobs the past six years caring for both elementary school aged children and infants. I also have experience working specifically with Twice Exceptional children from my position last summer at a therapeutic camp. In addition to the eight weeks as a counselor, I enjoy volunteering during the...
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Michaela C.'s Photo

Springfield, MA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
dementia
meal prep
Hello!! My name is Michaela, I am 26 years old, I have done on and off nannying jobs since I was 15 years old. I am a single mother myself. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I currently with special needs and autistic children. I have been a PCA for the past three years and have helped cared for elders. I have a valid license...
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Patient, Kind, And Easy-going

Northampton, MA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hello, I'm a Smith College student with a passion for providing compassionate care. Drawing from my experience working with children and young adults facing cognitive and mobility difficulties, I am dedicated to offering a supportive and enriching environment. As a caregiver, my focus extends beyond physical assistance to...
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Personal Care Assistance Available Part-Time/ Experience With Special Needs

Chicopee, MA

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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a mom of 2 who is really trying to make a living and survive in this crazy world we live in. I have 7 years of experience being a PCA tending to kids with Down Syndrome. My duties were attending Appts. with child and parent, bathing/ clothing/ preparing food/ hygiene practice/ and light housekeeping if needed. Med...
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Behavior Technician

Granby, MA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Behavioral technician with experience with all ages. I primarily work with children with autism Monday - Friday 9a-12p. I can provide full reference.
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Michaela C.'s Photo

Springfield, MA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello!! My name is Michaela, I am 26 years old, I have done on and off nannying jobs since I was 15 years old. I am a single mother myself. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I currently with special needs and autistic children. I have a valid license and I drive a SUV.
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Michelle P.'s Photo

Ludlow, MA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Hello! I have worked with kids for 2 years as a camp and after school program counselor. I have a teaching degree for English secondary Edu. And can speak several languages (Portuguese and French) and studying a few more (Korean and ASL). I currently work with adults with special needs and disabilities.
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Easthampton, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
I have extensive experience teaching and caring for children ages 3 through middle school. I currently work as an occupational therapy assistant at the preschool and elementary level. In this position, I have developed substantial experience with special needs/neurodivergent kids. My expertise lies in helping adapt and modify...
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Springfield, MA

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$16/hr
8 years experience
Hi! My name is Tamera and I have been an active babysitter/ nanny/ caregiver for 8 years now! In between all of that, I have had a little under a year of daycare experience in the toddler room, and enjoyed every moment I had watching the children grow and develop! I also just finished my first year at Wilson Middle School as a...
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Yu G.'s Photo

Westfield, MA

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$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Yu. I worked at preparatory school as a daycare teacher. I've experienced working with special needs kids, daycare work for 6years. If you have any specific requests for childcare that I can give you, feel free to share with me! I have a degree in education and have a PE teacher license. I can show you my transcript too...
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Rachel B.'s Photo

Northampton, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm new to the area and looking for part-time nanny/babysitting opportunities. I have 10+ years of experience caring for kids of all ages (as well as special needs) and I am patient, warm, and energetic.
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Experienced Care Giver For Special Needs Individuals.

Easthampton, MA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
I consider myself to incredibly caring, detail oriented, and fun loving. I am experienced in working with children, teens, and seniors. I have worked with individuals diagnosed ASD and ADHD, and I have training in trauma informed care. As a former foster parent, a mother of 3, and a grandmother of 2, I have extensive experience...
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Part Time Nanny Available

Florence, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have been a preschool teacher, an early intervention specialist, an art teacher, a child photographer and most importantly the mother to my two children who are now teenagers. They are both in school now, and I am looking for a nanny position. I LOVE children, especially babies and toddlers and little's. I have experience with...
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Phyllis M.'s Photo

Part Time Loving Child Care Provider Available

Florence, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
We just moved to Florence MA, our children are attending Hartsbrook Waldorf School in Hadley MA and I am looking to take care of your baby or toddler or children during school hours. I LOVE children and babies! I have been a nanny, a preschool teacher, an art teacher an early intervention specialist, a homeschooling mama, and a...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of September 2026

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

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