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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Jamaica Plain, MA

The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Jamaica Plain, MA

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Elena D.


Everett, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Active Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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Hello! My name is Elena! I am a kind, compassionate and loving caregiver, born and raised in Massachusetts! I am the only girl out of my siblings, I had a handful with 3 brothers growing up! I am Italian and Irish with a huge family with over 30 cousins, so naturally born into my role as babysitter! I am CPR and First Aid...
5.0
"Elena is an amazing care taker for children and teens. I’ve trusted her wholeheartedly with my children over the course of many years. She chaperoned my older boys when they no longer needed sitters but really...

Reviewed by Care member

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Emily M.


Boston, MA

$16-21/hr6 yrs exp

Positive, Nurturing Mentor/ Sitter

5.0

(1)

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Hi all! My name is Emily and I moved to the South End to pursue my education to become a genetic counselor. I have babysat children of all ages since I was in middle school. During my college years, I counseled socially and emotionally challenged elementary students and this past year I was a special needs educator for middle...
5.0
"Emily is a lovely person. She's prompt, trustworthy, and reliable. She's had a lot of experience with caring for others across a large age range and with many different needs. She loves children and is super...

Reviewed by Jenna M.

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Angela C.


Hyde Park, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I have been working with children of all ages for the past 28 years. I am currently attending the University of Phoenix online and plan to complete my Associate's degree in Education by the summer of 2014. I have worked with children ranging from newborn to 10 years old. I have worked with children with special needs in the past...
5.0
"My dog loves Angela. She has great personality. "

Reviewed by Linda H.

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Grace E.


Dorchester, MA

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Educated Childcare Provider

5.0

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I have worked for 5 years with children with autism as an ABA therapist and then as a clinical supervisor. I have experience with children aged 2 -21 with special needs. I am currently completing my PhD in ABA in the Fenway area.
5.0
"Grace was punctual, friendly and very even keeled! She was great with my toddler. My daughter was surprisingly comfortable with Grace and didn't have her usual meltdown when I left :)"

Reviewed by Care member

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Alexa M.


Dedham, MA

$21-28/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have had experience with newborns, toddlers and children ages up to 10 years old. I have watched over a baby with special needs. I have cooked for children, driven them places and I also love to do fun activities! I am currently in college also! I am CPR certified and always ready to help!
5.0
"Alexa is kind to my son. She is reliable and very proactive in offering her time. She is willing to go above and beyond for us which is more than I could ask for."

Reviewed by Laura B.

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Miranda M.


Allston, MA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Hi there! As a former teacher at the New England Center for Children, I have a love and a passion for working with children of all backgrounds. I am currently applying to MSW programs around New England, and looking for 30-40hour/week employment to save up while I submit applications. I would consider myself a bubbly, caring,...
5.0
"Miranda has been an amazing and heart warming care provider, but also best friend, to my son. My son is special needs, and so, requires more preparation and attention for a host of reasons. Those reasons have...

Reviewed by Bruce H.

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Lesley F.


Brighton, MA

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Kind Babysitter Available!

5.0

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My name is Lesley. I am available to babysit on an as-needed basis. For 5 years, I worked as an assistant teacher for special needs students in an elementary school. I have over 10 years of experience caring for kids of all ages in their homes or in a professional daycare setting. I'm CPR and First Aid trained with plenty...
5.0
"Lesley was one of the very first people outside of family to babysit our infant son. She was so reassuring and incredibly professional. Upon speaking to Lesley I was immediately confident that her expertise...

Reviewed by Helene J.

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Eli T.


Boston, MA

$30-47/hr2 yrs exp

Eli- Special Needs Experience!

5.0

(1)

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I have 2 years of experience working with special needs, and I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I currently work at Perkins school for the blind so I have experience with physical and developmental disabilities! I also have my own business where I teach music lessons to my own students independently and also teach...
5.0
"Eli is a wonderful sitter - care taker for our son with special needs. Eli is caring, loving, kind, dependable and punctual. Our child's needs were met with ease and grace and Eli provided safe care and fun. We...

Reviewed by Kirsten K.

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Odette W.


Quincy, MA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have been working with special needs clients for over 10years now. I strongly understand them and am patient to assist them with every day duties.
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Olivia B.


Arlington, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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Caring for those with special needs is absolutely what I am most passionate about. I have a bachelors in moderate special education PreK-8 and a masters in Severe Special Education. I currently work in Malden MA as a special education teacher. I work with individuals with a range of special needs. I have worked with children as...
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Lauren H.


Brookline, MA

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi! My name is Lauren and I recently graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a bachelors in social work. I am from a suburb of metro Detroit, where I have extensive experience with children of all ages, especially involving children with special needs. I will be moving to Boston in September and would love to nanny full...
5.0
"We love Lauren! My kids absolutely love her and she is very responsible with them. She drove them to activities and I 100 percent trust her. She worked for us for about 4 years. My youngest grew up with her...

Reviewed by Marla S.

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Nicole C.


Hyde Park, MA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

5.0

(6)

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Hello, I am a special needs professional with 12+ years of childcare experience. I currently work full time as an instructional para in a 5th and 6th grade special education classroom. I am looking for occasional evening/weekend and after school jobs with families in the Hyde Park, Roslindale area where I live and have grown...
5.0
"Nicole was a lifesaver with helping our family balance work and childcare during the pandemic! She is wonderful with children and very trustworthy. It is also worth noting that she is very experienced with food...

Reviewed by Elizabeth K.

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Nicole C.


Hyde Park, MA

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Part-Time Special Needs Sitter

5.0

(1)

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Hello, I am a special needs paraprofessional at a school in Hyde Park. I'm looking for some afternoon, evening and weekend work. I have worked with moderate to severe special needs, Autism spectrum disorder, mental health disorders, Down syndrome, MR, PDD, Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome, light housekeeping, food allergies,...
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Kathleen H.


Norwood, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, House Manager, Babysitter, Pet Sitter & House Sitter

4.0

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My name is Kate. I'm 42 years old and live in Norwood, MA. I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old for children of all ages and needs, from infants to early teens. I've been working as a professional nanny and babysitter for over 12 years now. I have also worked for a center with children and adults with special needs. I...
5.0
"Kate is awesome with our daughter. She is very reliable, she works with us on our sometimes crazy schedule and she also helps around the house too! We're so glad we found her."

Reviewed by Erin C.

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Kristen S.


Winthrop, MA

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

4.9

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Dedicated, Dependable Caregiver, worked for an agency for the past 8 yrs. I pride myself on being quick to learn new skills and adapt to situations. Assist w/daily living, vital signs, administer meds, Dr. appointments, laundry, baths, meals, engaging in conversations. Depends on Client's needs. Experienced helping clients...
5.0
"I had the pleasure of hiring Kristen, to help me with my mother while she was battling cancer, and amputation due to her Diabetes. She is very reliable, and was very helpful till the end. My mom looked forward...

Reviewed by Sandy V.

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Brittany C.


Quincy, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA HHA CPR Phlebotomist

5.0

(2)

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Below is a copy of my resume: Objective To obtain a higher position in the medical field, and further my education. Experience 2010-Present Best Of Care Quincy, MA CNA/HHA * Patient care * End of Life Care * Comfort Care 2009 Norwood Hospital Norwood, MA CNA/Geriatric Psych * Patient Care 2008-2010 North River Home Care...
5.0
"Brittany goes over and above what is asked of her. She is attuned to listening to the needs and wants of patients and their families always willing to lend a sympathetic ear. And incredible problem solver...

Reviewed by Martin C.

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Imoni S.


Randolph, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Get To Know Me

5.0

(2)

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Hi, I'm Imoni! I've always enjoyed working with kids and have 10 years of childcare experience that expands across all age groups (including families of multiples and individuals with special needs). I have a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and currently work at a pediatric therapy clinic. I'm seeking occasional...
5.0
"Kids love her, very reliable, dependable and helpful!"

Reviewed by Care member

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Milagros A.


Chelsea, MA

$23-30/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello everyone! My name is Milagros. I am from Perú, 32 years old. I think I will be a good fit in your family since I have experience taking care of kids in my country, and now here in the USA ( I moved 6 years ago). I have had good experience taking care of my little kiddos in North Carolina and Florida. I also babysat here in...
5.0
"Milagros is a wonderful, loving nanny to our two boys. Our 2 year old would run to the door to leap into her arms every morning. She was attentive and engaged the entire time and helped me stay on top of...

Reviewed by Adea G.

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Athena Z.


Watertown, MA

$15-25/hr

Student Clinician In Graduate School For Speech Language Pathology

5.0

(1)

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I am currently a graduate student in Boston studying to become a licensed speech language pathologist. My interests include working with children and students with a variety of delays/disorders such as Autism, Down Syndrome, and other developmental, cognitive and/or intellectual disabilities.
5.0
"Works well with special needs children, has good teaching skills. I am planning on using her as often as I can."

Reviewed by Peter G.

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Katie K.


West Roxbury, MA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I recently graduated from Ithaca College in NY. I now live in Boston and working at an advertising agency Monday - Friday. I love children and would love to help out as much as you need it when I am free! I swam and rowed Varsity at IC, and I am a very active person. I love children and have been babysitting neighbors and...
5.0
"Katie is AMAZING! She nannied for our three-year-old for three months. Katie is extremely patient and caring, responsible, fun, and flexible. She truly went above and beyond with caring for our son, and we are...

Reviewed by Ashley D.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Jamaica Plain, MA

Elena D.

5.0

Elena was punctual and courteous. My daughter was always happy and laughing while playing with Elena!

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Emily M.

5.0

Emily is a lovely person. She's prompt, trustworthy, and reliable. She's had a lot of experience with caring for others across a large age range and with many different needs. She loves children and is super friendly and patient. She's great at communicating and adapting so she is bound to provide...

- Jenna M.

Angela C.

5.0

My dog loves Angela. She has great personality.

- Linda H.

Grace E.

5.0

Grace was punctual, friendly and very even keeled! She was great with my toddler. My daughter was surprisingly comfortable with Grace and didn't have her usual meltdown when I left :)

- Care member

Alexa M.

5.0

Alexa is kind to my son. She is reliable and very proactive in offering her time. She is willing to go above and beyond for us which is more than I could ask for.

- Laura B.

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