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Tiffany H.

A Little About Me:)

Springfield, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hello, My name is Tiffany! I am 27 years old I have been working as a Nanny for over 10 years now. I have worked with children of all ages and have experience with children who have hearing loss and other special needs. I took ASL in college as my foreign language. I incorporated that in my work even for hearing children as it...

Kim P. says "We hired Tiffany back in 2017 to watch our son who was 9 years old and has some special needs. She did a few days a week after school as well as a Friday or...

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A Passion For Helping All Ages With Special Needs

Springfield, MA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
My name is a Alexandra and for the last 5 years I have work with múltiple children and teens with special needs and also 2 adults with physical and mental health issues. My passion is working with children and teens with autism but truly just love helping people and showing them with enough help and support they can accomplish...
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Preschool Teacher

Springfield, MA

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Hi there! I have been a preschool tescher for over 3 years and am currently furthering my degree in early childhood education at Westfield state university. I have worked at a private school, a child watch center as well as privately nannied/babysitting. As a preschool teacher, my goals are to engage in daily educational...
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Springfield, MA

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Working with individuals with developmental disabilities and hospice , senior care, bathing, cooking , appointments, companionship etc. and help with special needs.
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Springfield, MA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Hi there. One of my favorite caregiving experiences (2 years)was with a young woman with cognitive impairment and mobility issues, which was both challenging and rewarding. I am caring, reliable and experienced. Please contact me!
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Springfield, MA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I have worked with special needs children most of my life. I had therapeutic foster children for many years and recently I did shared living with a handicapped woman. I worked as a special ed tutor for three years in an area school.
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Springfield, MA

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$15/hr
Working with young Children has given me the patience, love, and gratitude for all people. I have worked with children if all personalities and backgrounds and I can't wait to meet you
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Springfield, MA

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
Hello!! I'm 21 years old and have been working with children from the ages of 4 months to 10 years old for 6 years now. As of right now I am in college and will be graduating in May with a bachelors in child psychology and early education. I also have experience with children with special needs through the daycare but also my...
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Springfield, MA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
carpooling
Hello, I currently am a pre-K paraprofessional. I have cared for up to 16 children ages 3-5 years old. I have also worked with children with special needs. I truly enjoy what I do and wouldn't have asked for a better career.
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18! In School For Social Work. Loves Being Outdoors And Doing Arts And Crafts.

Springfield, MA

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Dasia, I'm 21 years old and full of energy, passion, and love for working with children! I'm currently an Early Education major and have 5+years of hands-on experience caring for and teaching little ones. For the past 2 years, I've had the amazing opportunity to work in a Pre-K Links class, giving me...
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Springfield, MA

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$25/hr
15 years experience
Light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as shy at first, outgoing, friendly I like working with kids because I love children. I have been an intensive foster home for 15yrs and was also a special needs bus driver for 17yrs. I'm looking for a job that would be more of a regular basis with a more set schedule. Something more long term....
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Child Care Proffesional

Springfield, MA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I'm a young adult eager and willing to take care of your children, and fulfill any other household needs you might have. I am currently working as a paraprofessional at Forest Park Middle School. I work with autistic children daily and know how to work with a variety of special needs. I'm CPI certified, and ServSafe...
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Springfield, MA

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$20/hr
Errands
transportation
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I've been working in the home health aid practice for 20 years. I worked for so many companies. I have the passion of working with lovely, elderly people and young adults. I have worked with autism and special-needs young adults and older Adults . I have experience, in Hoyer lift lifting , etc. I worked with dementia, young and...
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Personal Care Assistance Available Part-Time/ Experience With Special Needs

Chicopee, MA

4.0(1)
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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a mom of 2 who is really trying to make a living and survive in this crazy world we live in. I have 7 years of experience being a PCA tending to kids with Down Syndrome. My duties were attending Appts. with child and parent, bathing/ clothing/ preparing food/ hygiene practice/ and light housekeeping if needed.

Jim S. says "Kristina is very dependable she has been great with the care and needs of my 16 year old son with Down Syndrome I still use her when needed"

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Fun Sitter, Lots Of Experience

West Springfield, MA

3.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! I have been in the childcare business for about 8 years now. I have worked with infants to teenagers. I started babysitting at 14 for my neighbors children. I have also worked at different camps and have experience working with special needs children. I enjoy working with children because everyday is a new adventure. I...

Sandrae L. says "Jessica was awesome with my boys. She was helpful and reliable. I called her last minute and she was able to respond without hesitation. Would definitely...

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Compassionate Childcare Provider With A Focus On Special Needs

Holyoke, MA

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I am delighted to offer my childcare services through Care. With over 8 combined years of childcare and special-education experience, I am committed to providing exceptional care tailored to your kiddo's individual needs. I believe in fostering a safe, nurturing, and consistent environment for children to learn and...

Dennis L. says "Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and...

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Hi There Friends!

West Springfield, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Heather, I was a home childcare provider for over 10 years. I love working with children and have also worked in public schools with older children and children with special needs. I am a multitasker and if you need help with light house cleaning or cooking meals I am available for that as well! Look forward to...

Heidi S. says "Heather is very loving, creative and knows how to get the kids engaged in activities. She also knows how to get children working together as a team. She...

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Holyoke, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
Hi my name is Emma, I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages with all different needs. I have been the caretaker for older children with special needs, watched a child from her infancy into her toddler years, been a nanny to an infant and a 3-year-old, and cared for school aged children 7-9. As a graduate...

Oceana S. says "Emma has been watching my daughter since she was an infant and is one of the only sitters that pays attention to all the rules and quirks of my daughter....

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Enfield, CT

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$21/hr
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
dementia
My name is Stephanie . I have 14 years experience working with adults specials needs people. I work in group home, PCA jobs and Patient Care Technician in Baystate's Medical Center.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.29/hr as of August 2025

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

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

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

Tiffany H.

We hired Tiffany back in 2017 to watch our son who was 9 years old and has some special needs. She did a few days a week after school as...

- Kim P.

Kristina S.

Kristina is very dependable she has been great with the care and needs of my 16 year old son with Down Syndrome I still use her when needed

- Jim S.

Jessica S.

Jessica was awesome with my boys. She was helpful and reliable. I called her last minute and she was able to respond without hesitation....

- Sandrae L.

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