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Alma M.

Experienced, Bilingual, Loving, Fun And Dependable Professional Nanny

Winchester, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I'm a kind, compassionate caregiver from Panama. As the oldest sibling, caregiving has been part of my life from early on. I have over 17 years of experience working with children of all ages-from newborns to teens-including those with special needs. I've worked internationally as an Au Pair and nanny in Spain, Panama,...

Cristina D. says "Alma helped us care for our daughter from about 1 to 1.5 years old. We ended up moving from the city which is why we couldn't keep Alma on as our...

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Arismar M.

Fun, Educational Nanny!

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Arismar (Ari) for short, I am 27 years old & I am currently enrolled at Bay Path University. I have been involved in childcare for about 8-10 years. I started my journey at my mothers family day care back when I was 18. Since then I have worked as a nanny for a few families, worked for Child care center & have...

Nancy R. says "Ari has been with our family since I went back to work when my son was 3 months old, until now when he'll be starting preschool. She is extremely reliable...

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Emily A.

Energetic Teacher On Summer Break!

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Science teacher in Douglas, MA with experience as an EMT and PCA for 3+ years. Looking forward to connecting!

Katrina F. says "Emily knows just how to handle my special needs young adult when he is upset. She's great with de-escalating the challenging family situations that occur...

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Nicole C.

Experienced And Knowledgeable Tutor

East Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am an elementary school teacher living in Boston. I am fun and compassionate and love promoting hands on and outdoor learning experiences for kids. I have experience working with special needs students as well as managing behavior in my class. I also have worked as a nanny and camp counselor. I have a masters degree in...

Erica F. says "Nicole has taken care of our children all summer (ages 9 & 10) and has been fantastic - compassionate, creative, responsible, and fun. She was flexible...

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Patty S.

Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Sabrina H.

Full time care giver/nanny available

Salem, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
20 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have 20+ years experience caring for children from infancy to school aged. I was previously a live out nanny, a pre-school teaching assistant and have experience with twins and special needs children. I am very active and love being outdoors, at parks, playgrounds and beaches. I also love spending time inside on cold or rainy...

Bethany D. says "Sabrina has an effortless way with kids. She is easy to laugh but doesn't get flustered. She was always willing to take the baby for a long walk to get...

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Chloe K.

Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Isabelle S.

New Graduate Looking For Nannying Job In Boston (Trilingual, & Performing Arts Coach!)

South Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
I'm a graduate of The New School in NYC and am moving to South Boston this month. I have years of experience with children, through nannying for various families, private coaching in performing arts, and group teaching experience. I am CPR certified, have taken care of children ages 6 months and up, and have volunteered in a...

Care Member says "Very good with kids, very down to earth, would highly recommend and honestly should’ve paid her more. She’s a gem of a human being, hire her!"

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Francesca C.

Full Time Nanny Available

Revere, MA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I have been professionally working with children for over 10 years. I worked at child care service for 3 years working my way up from a part time assistant in infants to the infant program coordinator. I then took on a full time job for a family when I had watched both of their daughters as infants in my classroom. Their family...

Shauna D. says "Francesca was the lead teacher at our daycare for my son. She was great with the infants and worked well with the parents. She has not worked for us as...

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Cherylann S.

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello my name is Cherylann.. I have been a foster mother for the state of mass. I've been working with kids my entire life, been a foster mother for the state of Ma.. worked as a preschool teachers aid for nine years, worked for a overnight nanny service which was extensive training. I have had CPR and first aid training ....

Jeremiah M. says "Cherylann goes above and beyond, and really cares about the children she works with. Our daughter absolutely loves her and any family would be lucky to...

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Anna Z.

Sitter/Caregiver

Boston, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
I grew up with a family friend who had a daughter with Down Syndrome. I had the opportunity to babysit her and to just spend time with her throughout the years. In high school I was in a club called Peer Connections, which focused on building relationships with students who had mental and/or physical special needs. I loved this...
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Melissa I.

Creative Childcare Provider Seeking Nanny Position Close To Water Town.

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My Qualifications: -10+ Years experience in childcare/nanny various ages. - Certified Respite Care Provider for Children w Autism. - Loves engaging Children in creative arts. -Big fan of outdoor activities - Creative, Patient, and Flexible. - Non-Smoker/ and health conscious - Loves Museums/History/and Art. - Excellent...
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Alicia N.

Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Home modification
light cleaning
errands
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I have 16+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care , Personal Care and Special needs, and Companionship. I have been a Geriatric caregiver since 2005 I worked for my company for 6 yrs and been a private caregiver for 10 yrs. Am very compassionate, patience, understanding and easy to talk to. I have a very humorous side...

Diana O. says "My family hired Alicia to care for my 88 year old dad after a bad fall. She was extremely caring and helpful and did a great job with him. I would hirely...

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Roberta S.

Experienced Loving, Caring Nanny Available Full-Time & Part-Time

Woburn, MA

3.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I work in a public school as a lunch monitor. I am unavailable 11-3 until June24th. after that I am available anytime. I am a mom. My husband works from home. it makes it easier to work. I have a clean CORI. I'm energetic, able to multi-task with ease. I have twin and special needs experience, able to care for several children....

Care Member says "Roberta has been an amazing help to us with transportation for our son's swim practice. She has always been on time and is flexible when we need her....

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Rick P.

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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Sarah Beth W.

Recent College Graduate - Home For The Summer!

Lexington, MA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
I have 5 years of experience babysitting children aged 3 months to 18 years. I just recently graduated college with a degree in early childhood education and human development. I am comfortable with pets!
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Jennifer L.

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Jennifer and I'm a Boston native. I'm a kind, compassionate person, who finds joy in building a special relationship with whom I care for. Because of my outgoing and playful nature, I am easily able to connect with people. I'm vigilant and responsible when it comes to health and safety but I like to treat a...

Danice E. says "Jennifer watched our adult son with special needs during a wedding. She was easy to communicate with, very likable, professional and flexible. We highly...

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Sarah P.

Care For All Ages And All Abilities, Tutoring Offered, Part Time

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
In 2009 I began volunteering at in the Art department at a day program for adults with developmental disabilities. I immediately realized that this was something I wanted to continue doing. Since then I have worked at several day-hab facilities, including one which focused on teaching art to adults with behavioral challenges. I...

Sara F. says "Sarah came to watch my children once. They absolutely loved her! She entertained them the whole night and despite being allowed to have a movie night, I...

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Robert H.

Everett, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
30 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been working with families, helping to raise their children for close to 20 years now. I focus on engaging children in many activities and developing lasting relationships. I enjoy my work with children and take great pride in it. I am a fan of outdoor activities and I am familiar with many places to bring children for...

Lucille P. says "Robert is an extraordinary caretaker. He has a great range of creative and positive interpersonal skills, essential for caring for our son, whose is...

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Mislene D.

Dedicated Healthcare Professional Who Loves Helping Others.

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 6 years of professional caregiving experience supporting seniors and individuals with special needs. I provide attentive, respectful, compassionate care, always focusing on safety, comfort, and dignity. Certifications: CNA, HHA, CCA, CPR & First Aid, and Home Health Care (HHC)...

Care Member says "Mislene is an amazing Caregiver...She cared for my adult severely handicapped sister Elizabeth...She gave her the most thorough and loving care....

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.00/hr as of May 2026

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Melrose, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Alma M.

Alma helped us care for our daughter from about 1 to 1.5 years old. We ended up moving from the city which is why we couldn't keep Alma on...

- Cristina D.

Arismar M.

Ari has been with our family since I went back to work when my son was 3 months old, until now when he'll be starting preschool. She is...

- Nancy R.

Emily A.

Emily knows just how to handle my special needs young adult when he is upset. She's great with de-escalating the challenging family...

- Katrina F.

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