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Roberta S.

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

Woburn, MA

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 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
$25/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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Patty S.

Wakefield, MA

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

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
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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Patricia A.

Childcare Babysitter / Nanny

Salem, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hey!!, my name is Patricia . I am 23 years old. I am a patient, caring, and creative person with experience working with children ages 3 months to 12 years old. My preferred age group to work with is 2 years old and older. I have 5 years of experience tutoring, babysitting, working with special needs children, and teaching...

Care Member says "We hired Patricia to watch our 14 mo L. during our weekend weekend in Salem last minute and she was amazing! Our daughter loved her right away and she...

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Visitacion B.

Everett, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a graduate nurse and I have vast experience caring for those with special needs, especially kids with disabilities. For 30 years I worked as a nurse, as a caregiver, and a nanny and a medical assistant. I worked in private homes, hospitals (children's and adults) and in a clinic setting and also in skilled facilities. I...
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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
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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Sophie J.

Wilmington, MA

5.0(0)
from
$40/hr
5 years experience
Hi families, I'm a licensed Occupational Therapist who also holds a bachelor's degree in child development and developmental psychology. I have about 10 years of experience working with children ages 1. 5 to 10 years old. My previous experience as a preschool teacher, lead teacher, after-school teacher, and skills trainer (ABA...
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Jenna H.

Always Putting A Smile On Your Face

North Reading, MA

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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...

Care Member says "Jenna perpetually exhibited outstanding care of my son always going above and beyond. She has a wealth of knowledge in her field of expertise and I...

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Lauren P.

Part-time Caregiver, Nanny, Babysitter, Etc.

Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a Speech-Language Pathologist who works with children of all ages with a variety of needs. I am looking to nanny part-time in addition to my role as a speech-language pathologist.

Natalie D. says "Lauren is amazing and has been a great addition to our family. She made a huge difference and contributed to my 2 year old son like no one else did. His...

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Lindsey C.

Woburn, MA

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Looking to make a difference in someone's life by helping them with their daily needs. I am an experienced Home Health Aide and am CPR certified. Please reach out to me and we can talk about your needs and how I can be of help. I look forward to hearing from you! Lindsey :)
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Ana M.

Hey

Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi there! I'm Ana , Certificate as a Medical assistant and First Aid and CPR with over five years of experience , also over 5 years nannying/babysitting children from the ages of two weeks to 12 years old, including kids with special needs . I cared for a child for many years and had many positive outcomes and learned many...

Chizoba U. says "Ana was with us for a few months and helped care for our 3 girls under 6 years old. She was very patient with our kids and helped ensure their needs were...

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Paul M.

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
4 years experience
I am an experienced, compassionate LPN/LvN, with experience in working both in critical care , rehabilitation and long time care patients I have also have experience working with special needs individuals and I am trained in dementia and Hospice care.

Care Member says "Paul did an absolutely spectacular job with my dad who was 93 years old and suffering from in operable bone cancer. My dad was in considerable pain and...

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Shannon G.

Pediatric RN

Malden, MA

5.0(0)
from
$45/hr
4 years experience
Hi everyone! I am a Pediatric RN with 4 years of experience on an infant/toddler step down critical care unit. I have experience in: -prematurity -tracheostomies -ng tubes -G tubes -J tubes -central lines -changing -feeding -PN and lipids -ostomies -OEIS -spit fistulas -Straight catheterization -foleys -injections -all...
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Gabriela C.

Experienced Nanny Available

Stoneham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Gabriela and I am a 26-year-old career nanny! I have nannied for over 6 years; as a live-in nanny, a daytime nanny for multiple children and as a PCA for a toddler with limited abilities. I have worked with children ages ranging from newborn to 12 years old. I have worked with multiple children with special needs &...

Mayank J. says "Gabriela did a great job taking care of our children, would surely hire her again or recommend her! She was punctual and flexible."

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Esterlin Z.

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been babysitting for 4 years now. I am certified in first aid, CPR, special needs education. I have my CDA and 5 years of teaching experience. I bring a wealth of knowledge to ensure the well-being and growth of your children. I prioritize safety above all else, and I am responsible, understanding, and determined to take...

Care Member says "Iam giving Esterlin 5 stars because of the hard work and dedication she puts into caring for our little ones. She’s very detailed oriented,...

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Paul W.

Paul's Partnerships

Marblehead, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
My name is Paul and I reside in Marblehead, MA. I live with my wonderful wife. I have worked in human services for the last 25 years; the last 15 years in alternative education with adolescents with academic/social/emotional and behavioral challenges. I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology from North Adams State...

Randi W. says "He is fantastic! I would recommend him for anything. So willing to do whatever, so patient and efficient."

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Ashley B.

Full/Part Time Nanny

Melrose, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have worked with children for 13+ years in a variety of roles, including assistant dance instructor, children's counselor at recreational programs, lead infant teacher in a childcare center, and most recently as a full-time nanny. I completed coursework in child growth and development, children with special needs, child...

Katie S. says "My daughters (2 years & 6 months) love when Ashley comes to babysit. Ashley always has fun activities planned and is focused 100% on my girls the whole...

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Milagros A.

Chelsea, MA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
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...

Adea G. says "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...

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Namande N.

A Compassionate Friend

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
4 years experience
Respite care
dementia
hospice services
personal care
My name is Marion. I have been working as a caregiver to the seniors for the last six years. , I am a certified nursing Assistant and CPR , first Aide trained and MAP certified . I have experience in caring for individuals with special needs, seniors with Dementia and Alzheimer's. I am driven by the passion to care for others...

Care Member says "She was my surpervisor in a group home and she a good team player how showed a lot of compassion and was ever on time"

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.81/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 Peabody, MA

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

Roberta S.

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...

- Care member

Rick P.

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...

- Tricia S.

Patty S.

Patty watched my daughter from 4 months old til 2.5 years. She took care of her as if she were her own.

- Michelle V.

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