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Marisa M.

Experienced Babysitter

Danvers, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Marisa and I am a special education teacher for the past 10 years. I have worked with students of all ages and specialize in the autism field. I have also worked with students with other cognitive delays. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Beverly, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
For the past 20+ years, I have had experience babysitting and watching over the children of neighbors, friends, and strangers. I have also worked at an Early Learning Center for about 7 months in Mahwah, NJ, where I was the primary caretaker for about 10-15 toddlers after school. I have volunteered at the YMCA at the Shining...
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Babysitter/Nanny

Gloucester, MA

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
My Qualifications Include: - Led Vacation Bible School: ages 2-5. - Babysat for various families in Maine and Boston: ages 5-14 - Student taught at various schools with Gordon College: 2nd and 5th grade. - Volunteered at Sunday school for 3 years: preschool through 3rd grade. - Sunday school teacher at "The Rock Church"...
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Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

Danvers, MA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Bringing five years of experience to your family, I'm eager to provide nurturing childcare for up to two children of any age. My background includes some college education, Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development Associate (CDA), and Early Child Development Coursework. I am also a Certified Childcare Director. I am...
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Direct Support

Boxford, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked in the human services field for over a decade. I have managed group homes and residential treatment adolescent programs. I specialize in working with children and adults with developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and autism. CPR/First Aid certified MAP - Medication administration CPI - Crisis prevention...
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Part-time Care Giver

Gloucester, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
I had four children and have taken care of my grandson for many years. I have recently watched a special needs child who was 15. I also cared for my mother who had Parkinson's disease and my dad who had cancer. I occasionally care for 3 children ranging in age from 1-10 and have been driving 2 children to school and activities...
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New Grad Nurse With Short Term Availability!

Groveland, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hello, my name is Savana! I graduated in May with a degree in nursing from Simmons University. I am a month away from beginning a career in pediatric nursing. To fill the gap before my position begins, I am looking for a great family to work with short term. I have lots of experience caring for children. I really look forward to...
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Special Needs Care

Georgetown, MA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I have 8 years of special needs care experience as well as my certifications in: CPR/ First Aid/ MAP. I have experience working with individuals that have: -Autism -Cerebral Palsy -Down Syndrome -Non Verbal -Seizure Disorders -ABI Injuries
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Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I've always been in touch with a deep sense of nurturing. In high school, I baby-sat part-time for children ranging in age from 4 months (twins) to 14 years (special needs child). In college, I joined Americorps and worked for a national early education organization that recruits and trains college students to serve preschool...
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Law Student Seeking Part Time Babysitting Work!

Gloucester, MA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
Hi my name is Brooke . I am starting at Suffolk Law School in the fall and looking for some part time work this summer. I have my own car and have experience as an afterschool care giver and mother's helper. I love children and am very active so happy to help however I can. In middle school I worked with special needs students...
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Experienced Early Childhood/Special Educator

Beverly, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have 18 years of experience as an Early Childhood Developmental Specialist and parent/teacher coach. I have worked extensively in private homes as well as school settings. In addition to my work with families and children, I am also a mother of three children. We are relocating to the Newport area in order for my daughter to...
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Newburyport, College Grad Available For Kids/Pets

Newburyport, MA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have been babysitting since I was 14. I've worked at summer camps, including taking care of a special needs camper. I also plan on being a children's ski instructor.
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Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
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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Tewksbury, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
For over 10 years, I've found immense joy in caring for children of all ages. My positive experiences nannying sparked a desire to make a real difference in young lives, and to support families by providing dependable care. I am friendly and reliable and I always follow the parents' lead when enforcing household rules. I was an...

Sam O. says "Darlene has been a fantastic nanny for my toddler, AND she helps out around the house. Any family would be lucky to have her!"

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Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, families! My name is Chloe, and I am a nanny with 2 years of experience in providing exceptional childcare. In addition, I have worked as a special needs substitute teacher and while obtaining a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology I worked as a personal care assistant for two disabled individuals (physical and cognitive)....

Care Member says "Chloe is my top choice!! an amazing and dependable babysitter!! My two kids ages 5 and 6 have loved nothing more than for her being around to help out...

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Let's Get Messy And Have Fun!

Haverhill, MA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
My name is Jenn I am 26 years old. I am looking to help all children be their full selves. I have 10+ years of experience with children including with special needs children. I am a certified teacher as well as babysitting, EEC, CPR and first aid certified. I've mainly worked with newborns, infants and toddlers but have...

Care Member says "Jenn has been watching my children since they were infants. She began watching them for random nights out. It grew to her being their full time...

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Helpful Understanding Home Aid

Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$58/hr
5 years experience
I am passionate about helping those around me and making life a little easier in some way. In order to achieve this, a patient must be equipped with knowledge, support, and guidance throughout the entirety of their health care. Communication, intention, and execution throughout an integral health team is vital when navigating a...

Kelly O. says "Kristin has such an upbeat personality with enough compassion to go around. She also arrived to our home on time, with a smile on her face. Never worried...

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Experienced Special Needs Direct Support Caregiver

Wilmington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I work in a Direct Support role for adults with disabilities and have experience as a Skills Trainer for adolescents and young adults with ASD and other developmental and intellectual disabilities through the DESE/DDS program. I also have Family Support case management experience in a DDS contracted Family Support Center.

Tricia S. says "Rick has worked with my son many times. He is very dependable, and my son really enjoys his company! I hired Rick to take my son out into the community,...

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Haverhill, MA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
I love working with tiny and big brilliant minds! I have worked in health care since I was 15 and have worked in all stages of life although, babies, children, and young adults are the age groups and special needs, I most enjoy working with. I am looking for long term, part time work during the week and I am will to negotiate...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Salem, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Caring for those with any type of special needs is a passion of mine and has been my whole life. I was introduced to those with special needs almost immediately in my life as my brother whose only 13 months younger than me was diagnosed at an early age with Autism. Through the years I have volunteer in many activities such as...

Michelle P. says "Very pleasant, engaged with my daughter very well, followed my instructions, acclimated well to surrounding, calming presence about her"

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $27.00/hr as of June 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Ipswich, MA

Special Needs Caregivers in Ipswich, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

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.

Darlene L.

Darlene has been a fantastic nanny for my toddler, AND she helps out around the house. Any family would be lucky to have her!

- Sam O.

Chloe K.

Chloe is my top choice!! an amazing and dependable babysitter!! My two kids ages 5 and 6 have loved nothing more than for her being around...

- Care member

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