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Nada D.

Merrimack, NH

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
I'm Nada , a highly experienced professional based in New Hampshire, specializing in childcare and household management. With over 16 years as an assistant teacher and 6 years in household management and nannying, I bring a wealth of knowledge and skills to any family environment. My background in French Literature enriches my...

Care Member says "If you’re looking for a unicorn nanny/ house manager who’s amazing with kids, punctual, motivated then you need to contact Nada. We were fortunate to...

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LNA/ CNA Care Certified

Merrimack, NH

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with a younger girl with disabilities, including a feeding tube and partial cognitive delays.
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Nurse Practitioner Student Seeking Part Time Employment

Merrimack, NH

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Mikayla, a registered nurse with a passion for caring for children, teens, and those in need. Growing up as the oldest of three, I began babysitting at a young age, sparking my passion for caring for others. While earning my BSN from UMass Lowell in 3. 5 years, I worked as a nurse's aide, providing home care for a...

Care Member says "Mikayla is a very caring and responsible individual and definitely has a way with kids. I would definitely hire her again!"

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Occupational Therapist

Merrimack, NH

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$35/hr
1 year experience
I am passionate about providing care to people with medical complexities and disabilities. I have a specialty place in my heart working with AAC users. I provide compassionate care and empathy to all people I have the pleasure of meeting.
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Life Coach

Merrimack, NH

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I'm currently employed working with special needs individuals. I find the job to be extremely rewarding. I enjoy spending my time helping them discover new things from volunteering, shopping, classes or relaxing at a local coffee shop. I enjoy seeing and being with them in the community. I've learned a lot from working in this...
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Merrimack, NH

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$19/hr
7 years experience
Hi! My name is Molly! I have 7 years of experience working in ABA and have worked with a variety of diagnoses. I'm currently a graduate student for OT down in Boston. I'm CPR/First-Aid certified and can help with a wide range of needs.
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Occupational Therapy Student With Special Needs Experience

Merrimack, NH

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$40/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Haley and I currently work as an occupational therapist at a collaborative school. I have experience working with children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities. I love chatting and working with AAC users! Outside of work, I love running, yoga, and reading. If you are looking private OT...
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Merrimack, NH

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been a childcare provider for 9 years, and I'm passionate about positively impacting children's lives. I'm known for my creativity and friendliness and am always finding new ways to engage children in fun and educational activities. I'm comfortable caring for up to 3 children of all ages and have experience working with...
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Merrimack, NH

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Molly! I have 10 years of experience. The past 7 years I've worked with adults and children with special needs in a group home setting. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts.
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Merrimack, NH

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a caregiver with over 10 years of experience. I have been a licensed nursing assistant in nursing homes and residential settings. I also have experience with special needs children and adults. I am caring, compassionate and kind, and I love what I do!
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am currently working as a children's librarian and have worked in museum education as well. I am looking to transition into a nannying position where I can share my love of experiments, crafts, history, and literature. I love being a children's librarian but I really feel called to devote my time to working with only a few...
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Full Time, Long Term Nanny With 20 Years Experience

Londonderry, NH

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I ended my work as a teacher in a day-care with ages new-born to 3 years old to become a full time nanny to one of my students and relocated with them and start nanny share. I am continuously taking courses to further my knowledge. Very dedicated to my children and their families. I previously worked as a teacher assistant in...

Allison R. says "I WISH 10 STARS WERE AN OPTION! Where to begin? I met Melissa shortly after moving to NH with my family. I had lost my previous child care provider,...

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Full-Time Nanny/Caregiver Experienced In Special Needs

Londonderry, NH

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I ended my work as a teacher in a day-care with ages new-born to 3 years old to become a full time nanny to one of my students and relocated with them and start nanny share. I am continuously taking courses to further my knowledge. Very dedicated to my children and their families. I previously worked as a teacher assistant in...
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Granny-Nanny - Experienced Childcare Provider

Hollis, NH

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
For the past 25+ years I have been a certified Foster/Adoptive parent for children with special needs - ranging from mental retardation, cerebral palsy, AIDS, as well as fostering newborn drug addicted, premature, etc. Caring for children is my reason for being. I have adopted the last 7 foster-kids and they are now young...

Aimee L. says "Allie has been the most amazing caregiver for our son (and dog - they both love her). She not only does a great job caring for him, she also invests time...

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Hudson, NH

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a lucky mother of two grown sons, ages 27 and 29. My experience also includes 15 pleasurable years working with special needs children in a public school setting. I am now on my 5th year as a nanny. I am looking for 4 consecutive 8 hour days. My rate is $26. per hour.

Julie S. says "Mary is with our family once a week and our shy little guy took to her immediately. I can't say enough good things about her. She is so active all day...

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Special Needs Child Care/Nanny

Hollis, NH

3.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
All my children have come to me with special needs. Some of their needs were prematurity, drug addiction at birth, emotional disabilities, physical disabilities such as AIDS, cerebral palsy, and mental retardation. I have been passionate for over 25 years working in this field as these children bring such joy and are so loving...

Paula W. says "Very kind, attentive, cares deeply for people she watches over, I cannot imagine what I would of done without her"

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Experienced Childcare Provider

Milford, NH

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Heather and I've been providing childcare for over 10 years. For the past 4+ years, I've had the privilege of working with one wonderful family, and it's been an incredibly rewarding experience. I'm passionate about creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for children, and I enjoy watching them grow and...
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Nashua, NH

4.9(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I was a student aide at a Preschool my junior year of high school. I was also a student aid at a Kindergarten class my senior year of high school. Then volunteered there 2 years after that. I have been babysitting since the age of 13 after being certified through the Red Cross. I worked at a daycare in the preschool and pre K...

Care Member says "Steph is amazing! We love her and she is our go-to babysitter. Our three kids ask if we will have a date night so that Miss Steph can watch them!"

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Professional And Experienced Nanny

Manchester, NH

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am an experienced nanny who has worked with the same family for 10 years. I am looking to start a new chapter as I welcomed my first child in October. I am looking for a family that is open to having my son in the home as I work. I have experience with special needs and behavior modification therapy.

Sandy F. says "We love booking Robin whenever our schedule is in need. She cares for out 6 month old, 3 year old and 7 year old so caring. She brings her 1 year old along...

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Hudson, NH

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I have been working with children for 8 years and the past two years one of the kids I had watched has Down Syndrome. I started with her when she was 3 and she will be turning 5 in September. She also has a twin brother and older sister I would watch all together.

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.64/hr as of June 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Merrimack, NH

Special Needs Caregivers in Merrimack, NH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Nada D.

If you’re looking for a unicorn nanny/ house manager who’s amazing with kids, punctual, motivated then you need to contact Nada. We were...

- Care member

Mikayla M.

Mikayla is a very caring and responsible individual and definitely has a way with kids. I would definitely hire her again!

- Care member

Melissa L.

I WISH 10 STARS WERE AN OPTION! Where to begin? I met Melissa shortly after moving to NH with my family. I had lost my previous child...

- Allison R.

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