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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
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Rashidah N.

Stoneham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience
Personal care
respite care
hospice services
errands
dementia
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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Laura Y.

Special Educator

Stoneham, MA

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$35/hr
I am a mom of three, Special Educator and Head Swim Coach available to assist with individuals who need a little extra support. I have my MA in Education and Human Development.
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Samantha F.

Part-Time Care Giver

Stoneham, MA

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have worked for a family with two handicapped children for 3 years. I have babysat since I was 14 years old.
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Muhammed L.

Stoneham, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
empathetic, compassionate, reliable I like caring for people with special needs because I find it rewarding to help create a space where everyone feels seen valued and capable . it's about building connections fostering independence and making life a little easier for someone who may face more challanges I started caring for...
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Gabriela C.

Stoneham, MA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I am 24 years old, currently in graduate school at Northeastern University. I earned my bachelors degree (s) in criminal justice . Aside from my educational pursuits, I have years of experience caring for individuals with special needs / abilities. My sister was diagnosed with high functioning autism, and therefore I have...
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Saymon A.

Stoneham, MA

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$28/hr
2 years experience
I have experience providing patient, respectful care for individuals with special needs. I'm reliable, calm under pressure, and committed to safety, comfort, and dignity. I have a clean driving record, strong references, and speak English, Portuguese, and Spanish. I adapt easily to routines and care plans and truly enjoy helping...
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Delanie L.

Stoneham, MA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I have experience regularly baby-sitting up to 2 children at a time, ranging from toddlers to middle school aged. I am a mom to a son with special needs and have also taught students with disabilities, so I am very understanding and comfortable working with such children.
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Alicia N.

Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Home modification
hospice services
errands
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I have 16+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care , Personal Care and Special needs, and Companionship. I have been a Geriatric caregiver since 2005 I worked for my company for 6 yrs and been a private caregiver for 10 yrs. Am very compassionate, patience, understanding and easy to talk to. I have a very humorous side...

Diana O. says "My family hired Alicia to care for my 88 year old dad after a bad fall. She was extremely caring and helpful and did a great job with him. I would hirely...

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Lesley F.

Experienced And Kind Babysitter Available!

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 22 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
My name is Lesley. I am available to babysit on an as-needed basis. For 5 years, I worked as an assistant teacher for special needs students in an elementary school. I have over 10 years of experience caring for kids of all ages in their homes or in a professional daycare setting. I'm CPR and First Aid trained with plenty...

Helene J. says "Lesley was one of the very first people outside of family to babysit our infant son. She was so reassuring and incredibly professional. Upon speaking to...

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Alma M.

Experienced, Bilingual, Loving, Fun And Dependable Professional Nanny

Winchester, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I'm a kind, compassionate caregiver from Panama. As the oldest sibling, caregiving has been part of my life from early on. I have over 17 years of experience working with children of all ages-from newborns to teens-including those with special needs. I've worked internationally as an Au Pair and nanny in Spain, Panama,...

Cristina D. says "Alma helped us care for our daughter from about 1 to 1.5 years old. We ended up moving from the city which is why we couldn't keep Alma on as our...

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Olivia B.

Part-time Care Giver Available

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Olivia and I am currently a special education Kindergarten teacher in the Waltham Public Schools. I have a license in both moderate special needs Prek-8 and a masters in severe special needs, all levels. I have extensive experience nannying and I feel very confident when working and looking after...

Amy B. says "Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and I recommend her...

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Daïna C.

Career "Live-In" Family Assistant And Nanny

Billerica, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Daïna. have been a Nanny, Personal Assistant, Babysitter, Family Assistant, Tutor, and Caregiver. I also have experience with infants and their special needs, and with helping children with learning challenges. I have been around children for as long as I can remember. I have been a career family...

Kim S. says "She is kind and gracious and everyone likes her. She is always concerned about others."

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Ana M.

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Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Justine J.

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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Megan M.

Caregiver

Reading, MA

4.5(0)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am going to school for Occupational Therapy at Quinnipiac University. I have worked with kids on the Autistic Spectrum at Occupational Therapists Associates Wakefield in the feeding group to help desensitize their mouths to different tastes and textures. I have also volunteered with the EMARC program, as a swim buddy, dance...
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Paul M.

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
personal care
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I am an experienced, compassionate CNA but currently licensed nurse (LPN/LvN) with 10 years experience as a HHA/CNA. I have experience working with patients with different stages of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease , hospice and other conditions and ailments related to geriatric and disabled/ special needs...

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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Patty S.

Wakefield, MA

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

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
I have had a passion for working with students with special needs since I was very young. I'm high school I worked in the special needs classroom 2 periods a day, babysat for a boy with autism and a girl with Down syndrome, and was a provider through the state of Ohio my senior year of high school

Sue M. says "Look No More! You Won't Be Disappointed! Erin is truly a model caregiver. She provides outstanding care for those with special needs! We have a special needs...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.25/hr as of December 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Stoneham, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Gabriela C.

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

- Mayank J.

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.

Alicia N.

My family hired Alicia to care for my 88 year old dad after a bad fall. She was extremely caring and helpful and did a great job with him. I...

- Diana O.

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