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Somerville, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I started as a mother's helper at 11 and started babysitting from there. I have babysat kids from infant to pre teens. I have worked with kids who have several different special needs. I have worked a day camps as head counselor. Taking care of 40+ kids ranging from the age of 4-12. After that I worked for another camp called...
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Malden, MA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
I am a part-time babysitter with two years of experience caring for children ages 5-12. I have a passion for childcare stemming from taking care of my own three younger siblings to the siblings of friends and neighbors. Additionally, I have experience with both special needs and ESL children. I'm confident in my ability to...
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Part Time Care Giver Available

Arlington, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
If you are a teacher looking for childcare, please consider me! I have always had a fond love of children. Growing up and through college, I always had jobs focused around children ranging from babysitting to working at a summer camp for special needs kids. Moving to the Boston area forced me to change focus for a few years (for...
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Nanny And Middle School English Teacher

Somerville, MA

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
After graduating from my undergraduate degree, I worked for a company that provides in-home care for special needs children. Once I started graduate school, I worked full time as a nanny for two families while I was getting my degree. I now work as a sixth grade English teacher, and I still babysit for several families in the...
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Behavioral Therapist

Boston, MA

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$15/hr
Dementia
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
I am currently a behavioral therapist for children with autism and work in homes, daycare care centers and middle school. In the past I also worked as a teacher's assistant for middle school special needs children and at a shelter for teenage moms. I have training in trauma informed care. I also have 10 years experience caring...
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Creuza C.'s Photo

Brookline, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
meal prep
companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
My name is Creuza, and I am excited to express my interest in the caregiving opportunity within your family or organization. With over 20 years of caregiving experience, I have devoted the past decade to child care, finding immense joy in nurturing young minds and supporting families in creating a safe and enriching environment...
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Woburn, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
20 years in adult and senior care roles have shaped my passion for providing families with dependable support. I find great satisfaction in helping seniors maintain their independence. I'm friendly and professional, always attentive to detail. Over the years I possesses qualities like empathy, compassion, patience, and...
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Sitter, Nanny, Caregiver, Petsitter, And More!

Somerville, MA

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hey y'all! My name is Martha and I am a student here at Ole Miss! I am currently taking the fall and potentially spring semester off to work! I have no other jobs so my hours are extremely flexible! I have 9 years of experience and am the oldest of 4 children, one having special needs, which means I have first hand experience...
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Doris N.'s Photo

Malden, MA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
I am a special needs teacher who is God fearing and has a 7 year experience of handling deaf/hard of hearing children. 1 year of handling mild autism and 3 months of handling intellectual impairment. I am kind, loving, resilient and adaptable.
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Arlington, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Experienced and dedicated nanny with over 10 years of childcare experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. CPR and First Aid certified, with specialized training and experience supporting children with special needs. Passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children...
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Jonathan P.'s Photo

Watertown, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
Hi my name is Jonathan and I am looking for a summer job. Last summer I worked a summer camp at an elementary school in Watertown (not happening this summer). I also work at the same school during the year as an Instructional Assistant (IA). I am a 1 on 1 aid for kids with special needs. I also work after school with 5th...
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Warm, Dedicated Nanny With 6 Years Of Experience. Experienced With Children Of All Ages!

Boston, MA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
Hi there! I'm a warm, dedicated nanny with six years of hands-on experience caring for five wonderful families - and every single one of those years has only deepened my love for working with children. I spent years working in finance, but I ultimately made the decision to step away and return to what truly fills me up - caring...
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Waltham, MA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting for the past two years. I have a lifeguard certification as well as First Aid and CPR training. I have also babysat children with Autism and special needs
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Reliable

Somerville, MA

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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
I have experience with twins, add/adhd, and special needs. I have experience also with children 5 months old and up. Also available short notice!
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Madeline F.'s Photo

Boston, MA

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$16/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have over eight years of eight years of experience as an occasional babysitter, I have cared for children of various ages, providing a safe and engaging environment. I strive to create a positive and nurturing atmosphere, prioritizing the well-being and development of the children I care for. My commitment to responsibility...
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Doctoral Psychology Student | 10+ Years Experience | Former Preschool Teacher

Brighton, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! I have over 10 years of experience working with children and am currently pursuing my doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a focus on children and families. I spent three years as a preschool teacher and have worked in camps, schools, and social-emotional therapy groups with children of all ages. I also have experience...
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Always Putting A Smile On Your Face

North Reading, MA

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$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Jenna! I am a dedicated childcare professional with a passion for nurturing children and supporting families. My journey began as a teenager when I worked as a full-time summer teacher in a daycare infant room, caring for babies as young as 13 weeks old. At 19 I became a paraprofessional with special needs...
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Arlington, MA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
Special needs teacher with over 20 years of experience in multicultural educational settings, including Chile and France. I am currently working as a Learning Support Teacher at a French School in Cambridge. I hold a solid academic background with a Bachelor's degree in Special Education (Chile) and a Master's degree in...
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Winchester, MA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
Hello! My name is Sarah, I am 26 years old and have a passion for helping those that are differently abled. I am studying Psychology but have experience with autism, ABA, and other forms of special needs.
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Lynn, MA

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$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
Hello Family! I'm experienced caring for multiple children different ages, with me, your loves ones receive excellent care in a loving, safe & nurturing environment for them to thrive. Ensuring their safety & physical & emotional well-being. I'm professional, organized, multitasker, discreet, respectful, focused,...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of September 2026

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

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