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Meti V.

Somerville, MA

from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Meti! I'm a nurturing and experienced caregiver based in the Somerville area with over 10 years of hands-on childcare expertise, including working as a live-in caregiver. I specialize in supporting young children, creating safe, organized, and joyful environments, and have cared for kids with ADHD, adopted children, and...
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Reliable

Somerville, MA

from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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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Student Home For Summer- Looking To Babysit!

Somerville, MA

from
$20/hr
9 years experience
Hi! I'm Annie and I'm currently in between work as a Mental Health Counselor, looking to fill some summer time before a new job! I have been working with kids since I was a teenager, babysitting all through high school and college on a part time basis. In 2021 I moved to Boston and started working full time as a nanny, and...
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Nanny And Middle School English Teacher

Somerville, MA

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
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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Sitter, Nanny, Caregiver, Petsitter, And More!

Somerville, MA

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Somerville, MA

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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Paula and I am 24 years old. I was born and raised in Milton MA and currently live in Somerville. I have my degree in psychology and hope to become a therapist. I have been working with children of all ages (4 months and up) for the past 12 years. In addition to nannying I was a camp counselor for four years. I have...
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Somerville, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
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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Paraprofessional And Babysitter

Somerville, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Fostering the growth and development of children has been my lifelong passion, and I am dedicated to making a positive impact on every child I support. With 10 years of experience caring for up to three children, I offer a patient and calm presence for alI ages. I am happy to assist with meal preparation and light housekeeping...
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Hello! I am a full time occupational therapist working in early intervention. I have an array of childcare experience, previously working for two years at a daycare with children ranging from 6 months- 5 years old. Most recently, I have babysat for multiple families in the Portsmouth, NH area with children ranging from 3 months-...
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Caregiver/Babysitter

Somerville, MA

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$41/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a full time occupational therapist working in early intervention. I have an array of childcare experience, previously working for two years at a daycare with children ranging from 6 months- 5 years old. Most recently, I have babysat for multiple families in the Portsmouth, NH area with children ranging from 3 months-...
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Stoneham, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience
Errands
dementia
respite care
hospice services
personal care
Reliable Private Duty Caregiver with experience of 6 years I am very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Great at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong support with a client. Specialized in elderly and special needs patients. Certified in first aid,...

Avain R. says "Rashidah did a fantastic job managing the conflict that always came up during the care-taking of my 80 year old Father. well Conflict is inevitable,...

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Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, families! My name is Chloe, and I am a nanny with 2 years of experience in providing exceptional childcare. In addition, I have worked as a special needs substitute teacher and while obtaining a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology I worked as a personal care assistant for two disabled individuals (physical and cognitive)....

Care Member says "Chloe is my top choice!! an amazing and dependable babysitter!! My two kids ages 5 and 6 have loved nothing more than for her being around to help out...

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Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekday/night And Weekend Care

Malden, MA

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
I started babysitting my cousins when I was teenager. My dad is one of 12 children so I had plenty of experience with infants, toddlers and elementary-aged children by the time I started working towards my degree in psychology after high school. During my college years I worked as a babysitter for a family with an 18-month-old...
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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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Nanny

Roslindale, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
As a mother of Four, considering my experience, my off springs have made me even more committed, responsible, flexible and very patient. Reliable and very detail oriented. Kindness at all time besides safety is number one priority. Willing to: visiting museums, libraries, outsides activities, arts and craft, board games, and...

Care Member says "We had Kenia full time from when our baby was 4mo until he was 20mo. Our son is now 2.5 yo and we still get Kenia's help intermittently. We don't know...

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Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Jennifer and I'm a Boston native. I'm a kind, compassionate person, who finds joy in building a special relationship with whom I care for. Because of my outgoing and playful nature, I am easily able to connect with people. I'm vigilant and responsible when it comes to health and safety but I like to treat a...

Danice E. says "Jennifer watched our adult son with special needs during a wedding. She was easy to communicate with, very likable, professional and flexible. We highly...

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Special Needs Caregiver

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
I have 17 years of experience working in health care. I enjoy helping others with their needs. As a Home Health Aide I am familiar with health care requirements regarding fall prevention, Infection Control and Universal Precautions, Hand Washing technique, COVID-19 safety and precautions, emergency situations, weather emergency,...

Alex C. says "For the last few months, Oksana has been taking our autistic son for weekend activities, filling a critical part of his schedule, a task she does with...

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Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I recently graduated from Ithaca College in NY. I now live in Cambridge. I love children and would love to help out as much as you need it when I am free! I swam and rowed Varsity in college, and I am a very active person. I love children and have been babysitting neighbors and family members for years. I have been a nanny...

Ashley D. says "Katie is AMAZING! She nannied for our three-year-old for three months. Katie is extremely patient and caring, responsible, fun, and flexible. She truly...

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Experienced Special Education Teacher With Masters Degree Available Full Time

Charlestown, MA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I have been working in the special education field for 12 years. I started working as a paraprofessional in a therapeutic school at 18. I ran my own classroom at 22. I have a Masters Degree and a wide range of experience. I'm young, energetic and looking to work with families who need my support. I am able to provide child care,...
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Full/Part Time Caregiver Available

Malden, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Erica C. and I am 32 years old. I am out-going, responsible, loving, and kind hearted. I love to see them play, go to the park and learn new things. I have worked as an Optical consultant, medical tech, Law secretary & housekeeper. I have been around children my whole life and have done my fair share of...

Gail S. says "Erica is extremely reliable. She goes out of her way for my needs and comfort zone.. Gail"

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.80/hr as of May 2026

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

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

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

Rashidah N.

Rashidah did a fantastic job managing the conflict that always came up during the care-taking of my 80 year old Father. well Conflict is...

- Avain R.

Chloe K.

Chloe is my top choice!! an amazing and dependable babysitter!! My two kids ages 5 and 6 have loved nothing more than for her being around...

- Care member

Lauren P.

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...

- Natalie D.

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