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Merrily L.

Nanny With Professional Background

Salem, MA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello, I'm Merrily! I am located in Salem. I am currently a PhD student looking for additional work opportunities. I recently work as a full time nanny and also in public health research. Prior, I worked as an Applied Behavioral Analysis Behavior Therapist in a public school for children with moderate-severe special needs and...
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Salem, MA

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$35/hr
20 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
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...
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Child Care

Salem, MA

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$32/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Caroline. I have medical experience as well as experience working with children with special needs. I am CPR certified as well as CNA and CMA certified. I also do love animals if you have them. I have taught children horseback riding in the past for therapy. I do have my own car that's new and safe. I enjoy children...
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Kim G.'s Photo

Salem, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a mom of two teens who has worked with children my whole life. I have nannied, babysat, been a para professional , respite care for special needs , preschool teacher and after school Care . I have lots of wonderful references . I adore children and would love to help you with your precious little one.
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Sophie D.'s Photo

Salem, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Sophie. I am new to Salem but grew up on Martha's Vineyard, prior to moving here I was a Vet Tech / Surgical Assistant for a veterinarian on MV for 7 years. I have completed the EMT training course and am trained in CPR. I have over 10 years experience in child care and genuinely enjoy caring for children of all ages....
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Childcare Babysitter / Nanny

Salem, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
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...
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Salem, MA

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$28/hr
Light cleaning
errands
hospice services
dementia
I've been a special needs teacher working with nonverbal patients for over 20 years. I am patient, caring and willing to help out around the house and work with all different tempers and help soothe people
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Salem, MA

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$40/hr
9 years experience
Live-in home care
home modification
hospice services
personal care
dementia
+ 1 more
I have enjoyed working with all my clients. I had a very close relationship to my grandmother who had sparked my interest in senior care and comfort care. I have been doing senior care for almost six years in home. I recently moved to Boston to further my education in the medical field LPN. I have medical background from...
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Salem, MA

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$10/hr
Respite care
home modification
personal care
dementia
I have over 30 years experience caring for children. I have 10 years experience working with children with special needs , and three years experience caring for my parents who are seniors.
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Senior Care

Salem, MA

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$18/hr
I am a very loving and caring mother who has worked with children since I was a teen. I am currently working with special needs children . I when a lot of love and compassion to give . I have worked with children in wheel chairs, autistic children and Down syndrome. I will show your senior loved one the care and love they...
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Salem, MA

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$25/hr
Meal prep
errands
light cleaning
dementia
transportation
Hi I'm Christina, I went to school for childhood development. Have experience with special needs care. Meal prep and light housekeeping. Transportation needs, and running errands. Easy going, always kind, gentle soul. If you have any questions please feel free to message me, My best - Christina
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Salem, MA

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$15/hr
Light cleaning
errands
hospice services
transportation
dementia
+ 1 more
I work with adults with special needs of all ages. My services include skill acquisition, behavior intervention, supporting daily living skills such as using the restroom and hygiene. I am working on my BCBA and am open to helping anyone who needs assistance.
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Professional Registered Nurse Seeking To Assist Families With Child Care Needs.

Peabody, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I am a dedicated caring professional with more than 10 years experience in the healthcare field. As a registered nurse, I have experience with pediatric patients of all ages and patients with special needs. I am BLS certified and a BLS instructor. I have more than 10 years experience of caring for children with medical needs,...

Allison B. says "Amanda works so well with our family and takes great care of our 6 month old. We trust her and know she's dependable. "

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Full/Part Time Nanny

Melrose, MA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
+ 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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Full Time Nanny Available

Revere, MA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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Melrose, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Psychologist by degree love to deal with all kind of patients. Positive attitude makes the difference for a good progress. Licensed CNA - 4 years experience with elderly patients with different diagnosis. Large experience with patients with Chronic pain disease related, pain management, dementia, and depression. MAP (medication...

Beth S. says "We have been very grateful to hire Rafael to mentor my son who is on the spectrum and has other psychiatric diagnoses. Rafael is extremely professional,...

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Caregiver

Malden, MA

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience
I am a Nursing student expecting to be graduated in December 2021. I am a certified Home Health Aide. My motivation for Nursing is a spiritually rewarding day in and day out. Being a Nurse is my passion. I knew nursing was a good fit for me because my personality tends is to help those who are suffering and make a great impact...
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Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Experienced And Joyful Early Childhood Educator

Beverly, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a licensed early childhood educator with 13 years experience in a number of diverse educational environments, including working with children with severe special needs in both residential and classroom settings. I also taught integrated preschool (3-early 5s) in Salem MA for three years, and kindergarten in Newburyport MA...

Faith H. says "Laura is a responsible, kind, caring, attentive and fun caregiver. My children (ages 8,4 and 1) LOVE her and get so excited when they know she will be...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of August 2026

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Salem, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Amanda M.

Amanda works so well with our family and takes great care of our 6 month old. We trust her and know she's dependable.

- Allison B.

Ashley B.

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

- Katie S.

Francesca C.

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...

- Shauna D.

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