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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Norfolk, MA

The average rate is $22/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Norfolk, MA

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Patricia B.


Norfolk, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

5.0

(4)

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My name is Ms Trish. I am very interested in assisting prospective parents with their child care needs. I have been a successful nanny for the past 3 years and am looking for my next opportunity. Prior to this I was employed as a full time child care supervisor for children between the ages of 3 to 10. I have teaching...
5.0
"I hired Ms. Trish to take care of my three-year-old son for a week. She was wonderful! She arrived right on time every day with all kinds of fun toys and spent lots of time outside with my son. She is smart and...

Reviewed by Annie T.

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Payton M.


Norfolk, MA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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Responsible, fun, and caring individual with a passion for nurturing children's curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. Started babysitting at 13, progressed to camp counseling, and became a dedicated nanny, and then preschool teaching assistant. Experience includes caring for children with special needs and those facing health...
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Julie G.


Norfolk, MA

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

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I have been caring for children since I was 11 years old and always knew I wanted to become a teacher. I retired in June 2023, after teaching young children with and without special needs for 39 years. I have a masters degree in special education and early childhood education. I miss teaching- I miss my children so much. I am a...
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Antoinette C.


Westwood, MA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Children. I Have A Lot Of Experience With Children And Special Needs Children. I Pet Sit Too.

5.0

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I have worked with children for years and specialize in children with behavioral, autism, learning disabilities, social and emotional. I'm also a mom of four. Im a grandmother of 3. I also graduated from Everest Institute with a degree in Medical Assisting. I am a hardworking, goal oriented person who will settle for nothing...
5.0
"Loving kind and affectionate woman . Extremely dedicated and versed in her skill set. She goes above and beyond what’s expected and asked of her. I would highly recommend her to anyone that is looking for an...

Reviewed by Bob D.

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Elisabeth F.


Norwood, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Available

5.0

(2)

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Hi all, my name is Liz! I am currently looking for a part-time nanny position that would be a great fit for us both. I am CPR and first aid certified as well as having my home health aide certification . I have a 18 years of working with children of all ages from a preschool /nanny setting to being a mother of my own 4 children....
5.0
"Liz was an awesome nanny for my son who was 2 months old when she started ! She always showed up in timely manner with few days off ,which was important for my job . She made sure my son was very loved for...

Reviewed by Care member

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Sara M.


Franklin, MA

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Fun, Reliable Franklin Single Mom

5.0

(1)

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I am a mother of 2 teens, a daughter and a son with mild Autism. I am a college graduate and am currently focused on helping those with disabilities or seniors. I am a Parent Advocate for families with special needs children. I also volunteered with Franklin's SEPAC. I currently work part time with an adult with disabilities...
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Cecilia S.


Medway, MA

$28-45/hr10 yrs exp

Creative and Athletic Nanny With Special Needs Experience

4.7

(3)

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I'm one of seven children and I've been sitting since I was old enough to earn money. My three children are now young adults and on their own. I worked hard with them and their achievements make me a proud Momma! I am college educated, athletic, energetic, a lifelong learner, organized, conscientious, a great cook and I'm...
5.0
"Super caregiver. Dependable, smart, attentive, high energy."

Reviewed by Jennifer R.

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Doreen B.


Franklin, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Career Nanny Seeks Full-Time Position

5.0

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I have been working with children for over 25 years. I have experience with children of all ages, from newborns to teens, as well as have experience with preemies, multiples, and children with special needs. I have worked with many different families and have learned so much from each one. I worked with two families as a live-in...
5.0
"Doreen took care of our 2 year old son for 6 months until my mother was able to help us. She is dependable, professional and has significant childcare experience. She is always calm and never gets flustered...

Reviewed by Rosemary W.

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Lynda R.


Mansfield, MA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

5.0

(2)

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I am an experienced senior caregiver with dementia care and mobility issues experience. I understand the special needs of the elderly and have great compassion for them and endless patience. I was a Certified Medical Assistant for many years so my background is helpful with elders needs. I also can offer laundry services, meal...
5.0
"Lynda is an amazing caregiver. She provided wonderful care to my family member in her remaining few months. She went above and beyond for our family. We could not have gotten thru the passing of our family...

Reviewed by Laura B.

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Sara M.


Franklin, MA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am a mother of two college students, one with autism. I have worked with many different ages of children, adults and teens with different disabilities as well as numerous seniors and pets. I am a very calm, caring and reliable woman with a college education. I would love to help your family.
5.0
"I hired Sara to help my husband with personal care. My husband is quiet and prefers no help. Sara was able to get beyond the wall he puts up and work cooperatively with him. My husband feels very comfortable...

Reviewed by Louise G.

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Christina M.


Mansfield, MA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Baby Sitter

5.0

(2)

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I have always enjoyed working with kids with special needs. I have baby-sat my neighbor for over three years now who has autism. I also volunteer at an after school program called Challengers which works with kids with different needs such as autism, ADD, ADHD, etc. During school I take a class called Project Teammate where the...
5.0
"We found Christina on Care.com. We were between care providers for our 19 year old son who has an intellectual disability and Christina had some part time availability. It was a great match. She really...

Reviewed by Ed U.

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Mark H.


Medway, MA

$20-22/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I like working with special needs kids doing activities that they like to do all aspects of bathing and grooming care with feeding making dinners Play clean up around the house
5.0
"Mark is very patient and understanding with a friendly personality. He watched my special needs daughter for 4 years. My daughter now is residing at a special needs school. But on the weekends she comes home...

Reviewed by Maureen C.

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Kara H.


Mansfield, MA

$100/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/PCA

5.0

(1)

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I'm Kara! I am a somatic movement, yoga, meditation, and mindfulness teacher for individuals with disabilities. I have experience working with a wide spectrum of disabilities including autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, developmental disabilities, Down syndrome, and many more. I believe that everyone can benefit from mindful...
5.0
"Kara was amazing! I have a child that has developmental delay as well a general learning disability. She was his homework helper last year. She was patient and kind and I got the sense that she really cared...

Reviewed by Susan M.

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Kimberly S.


Foxboro, MA

$28-45/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

5.0

(6)

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My name Is Kim. I am 38 years old and currently reside in Foxborough Massachusetts. I have been a nanny for over a decade. I've worked for four different long-term families. I have worked for Care. com's Backup Care program. I specialize in multiples. I have experience with special needs from hip dysplasia, NG feeding tubes, and...
5.0
"Kim was the best! She was incredibly helpful for us while we adjusted to being new parents. She took amazing care of our son and provided so much knowledge to us that we otherwise wouldn't have had. She was so...

Reviewed by Maggie K.

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Talita C.


Bellingham, MA

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello My Potential Family, My Name Is Talita.

5.0

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Hello my potential family. My name is Talita. I am a fun, energetic and caring person. I enjoy outdoors activities, explore and learn new things. I love children, spending time with them, cultivating their personality and participating in their development. I have experience with child's at church (babies, toddlers and older...
5.0
"Talita is diligent, honest, gentle, loving, and very caring "

Reviewed by Care member

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Moya K.


Norwood, MA

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Live-Out Nanny, Babysitter, Child Minder

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I am Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certified; I love being creative and singing, exploring nature, things like that. I have years of experience providing exceptional care to children aged infant to 15; I am proficient in communicating with children at different developmental stages, ability to assist children with school...
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Siobhan H.


Sherborn, MA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Dog Walker/Sitter

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Hello, I am available for dog walking and dog sitting in the Sherborn/Dover/Natick (metrowest) area. I have lots of experience caring for dogs of all breeds and I am a true dog lover. I have years of experience working with puppies and happy to help with any training needs. I am also available to dog sit and house sit....
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Kim O.


Foxboro, MA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom And Former Teacher

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As a mom, I can clearly remember the stress and anxiety of finding a responsible, solid babysitter for my own children when they were younger. I am a former teacher (preschool, Title I, Guided Reading) and have experience with the special needs population, having worked as a Behavioral Therapist. I am now an empty nester and...
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Stephanie P.


Norwood, MA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Stephanie. I have been working as a nanny/household manager (started as a mother's helper) for the past 13 years. I love working with children and find it very rewarding. I have worked with children of all ages, but the majority of my experience is with younger children. I have bother work and personal experience...
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Ashlee C.


Norwood, MA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced, Reliable And Caring

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I have worked as a special education teaching assistant in an elementary school for the past 4 years. I have experience working with children with developmental delays, emotional and behavioral, and the autism spectrum. I and First Aid and CPR certified.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Norfolk, MA

Patricia B.

5.0

I hired Ms. Trish to take care of my three-year-old son for a week. She was wonderful! She arrived right on time every day with all kinds of fun toys and spent lots of time outside with my son. She is smart and personable and incredibly kind, not to mention vastly experienced with young children....

- Annie T.

Antoinette C.

5.0

Loving kind and affectionate woman . Extremely dedicated and versed in her skill set. She goes above and beyond what’s expected and asked of her. I would highly recommend her to anyone that is looking for an amzing person to take care of there loved one she is loving caring and treats you like her...

- Bob D.

Elisabeth F.

5.0

Elisabeth has watched my 2 year old son since he was an infant. I always feel comfortable leaving him in her care. She is reliable, trustworthy and a wealth of knowledge when it comes to kids. I recommend Elisabeth for any childcare needs.

- Care member

Cecilia S.

4.0

I messaged Cecilia for taking care of my baby. But at that time she was not available for the job. The best thing about her is that she informed me about it very soon so I am not delayed from searching the nanny for my baby. I wish Cecilia all the best for her new job!

- Shruti B.

Doreen B.

5.0

Doreen took care of our 2 year old son for 6 months until my mother was able to help us. She is dependable, professional and has significant childcare experience. She is always calm and never gets flustered (even with a screaming two year old!). She prepared meals for him, took him to classes,...

- Rosemary W.

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