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Giselle R.

Northbridge, MA

4.5(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I've been caring for children for over 20 years, and I'm also a mom to a wonderful child with special needs. Being both a parent and a caregiver has taught me so much about patience, flexibility, and understanding that every child is unique. I've worked with kids of all ages, from infants to school-aged, and I love creating a...

Kendrick K. says "Giselle is very punctual also very reliable. She's great with my kids would rehire her definitely recommend."

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Devoted Care-giver By Nature

Foster, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
My name is Denise. I began my care-taking career by taking care of my father, a disabled Korean war vet with PTSD. Years later my mother was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and diabetes. I treasured caring for her until the end of her journey. I also raised three children with special needs. Through these experiences I realized...

Lori S. says "I have met dozens of caregivers over the past five years since my mom has needed full-time help. I can say without hesitation that Denise is on my "A List"...

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Special Needs Child Care

North Grafton, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I can help boost your child's social and academic development and can run facilitated play groups with friends. I have experience with a broad range of special needs and have been told I have a calm and...

Wendy W. says "Frank has worked with my daughter, who has special needs, over the years. She has always enjoyed spending time with him. He is soft spoken, kind, and has a...

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Care Taker

North Scituate, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have experience with children and adults with autism spectrum disorder, seizure disorder, and also have experience with care of elderly with dementia. I have administered medication, helped with bathing and changing, I can also prepare meals, low sodium, low sugar, whatever is needed. I will provide the best care for you or...

Catherine A. says "We hired Jackie to watch our 4 month old daughter for the month of February Monday- Friday 8:30-5:30. She was wonderful! She was so loving and engaged...

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Worcester, MA

4.5(0)
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$16/hr
My 2 oldest children have Tourette's. I have 2 good friends that are different degrees of autism that I reacted with often before COVID. I I would bring bowling or mini golfing and dance with . The other loved dancing and coloring but has little communication skills.
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RBT

Millbury, MA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
For the past five years I have worked as an RBT (registered behavioral technician) with children ages 3-11 with special needs. I currently am a paraprofessional working in the School District in their intensive needs classroom grades preschool- first grade. I have experience with children with ASD, Down Syndrome along with...
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Career Nanny And Professional Pastry Chef!

North Grafton, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I have been a career nanny for about 12 of the last 18 years. The rest of my time was spent working as a pastry chef at a local restaurant and bakery. In addition to my nannying experience, I have also tutored math (k-college), taught piano, coached soccer and cheer leading, led birthday parties (specifically in baking...
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Summer Time Care Provider

Brooklyn, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Mikaela and I hold a Master's Degree in School Counseling and currently work as full-time high school counselor. I am looking for some possible evening babysitting as well as weekend and/or date night jobs! I have many years of experience with children of all ages from 6 weeks to teenagers and watching up to 5...
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Part Time Care Giver

Oxford, MA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
I have approximately 10 years of experience taking care of children ages 2 months and older. I also have worked with children with special needs including physical and mental challenges. I currently have a masters degree in ABA and have worked across a variety of settings (home/school/camps etc.)
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Caregiver - Seniors, Children Or Pets/Housekeeping

Northbridge, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I worked as a LNA for 7 years at the largest hospital in Vermont. I worked in the Resource Department, which allowed me to work on every unit within the hospital. Working on the different units allowed me to learn a wide variety of skills. I worked extensively with the elderly population. I feel I have excellent knowledge, not...
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A Little About Lilian

Bellingham, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have a wide variety of experience with children. I am a single mother of two girls; I single handedly took care of both of them and put them through college. I also have experience taking care of children at my church. I have experience working with children who have special needs as well. I ran a few children's camps; those...
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About Julia

Mapleville, RI

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hi! I'm a certified EMT with over 6 years of experience caring for kids, mostly in the 1-6 age range. However, I am more than happy to & comfortable with caring for children outside of this age range. I'm CPR & First Aid certified, & I've worked with children of all personalities, including those with special needs. Families...
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Sutton, MA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I have experience at NECC and the Center and was a supervisor in an autism classroom in Westborough.
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Woonsocket, RI

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$19/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Salyssa, a nurturing and dependable caregiver with 5 years of hands-on childcare experience and 2 years as a certified teacher assistant. I've worked with children of all ages, including those with special needs, and I'm passionate about creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment where every child can thrive. --...
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Happy Experienced Mother And Grandmother

Hampton, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Behavior - Applied Behavior Analysis.
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Grafton, MA

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$21/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Mikayla, and I'm a recent graduate of George Washington University who truly loves working with kids! With over five years of babysitting experience, including with children with special needs, I pride myself on my ability to create a warm, patient, and supportive environment for children of all ages and needs. I...
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Special Needs Experience

Bellingham, MA

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$18/hr
I have been a nurse since 2014, and have 5 years experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, spinal cord injuries, and developmental delays. I have cared for many people aged 18+ with Autism, Down syndrome, Asperger's, seizure disorders, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries.. etc. I am looking for some...
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Central Village, CT

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Experienced in caregiving and quick to learn. Kind, compassionate, creative, intuitive, musical. Detail oriented and organized. My experience comes from caring for my sister who sustained a brain injury in 2012 and became wheelchair bound and non-verbal. She has lived with my mother since 2015. My mother is a registered nurse...
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Step Mom of a 14 Year Old With Non Verbal Disability and ADHD

Southbridge, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have been caring for my son at least part time since he was 5 years old. Having him succeed with any of his projects is vital to increasing his self esteem; that is my passion.
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Experienced Childcare Provider

Worcester, MA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Kelsey. I am a new mom with an almost 8-month-old. I have an undergraduate and masters degree in special education, and currently work in human services. With that, I have both academic and professional experience working with individuals with special needs, ranging from adolescence to adulthood. Babysitting was...
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  • The average post rate is $16.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Thompson, CT

Special Needs Caregivers in Thompson, CT are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Giselle R.

Giselle is very punctual also very reliable. She's great with my kids would rehire her definitely recommend.

- Kendrick K.

Denise L.

I have met dozens of caregivers over the past five years since my mom has needed full-time help. I can say without hesitation that Denise is...

- Lori S.

Frank S.

Frank has worked with my daughter, who has special needs, over the years. She has always enjoyed spending time with him. He is soft spoken,...

- Wendy W.

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