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Experienced Special Education Teacher With Masters Degree Available Full Time
Charlestown, MA
5.0(0)
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- $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,...
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello my name is Cherylann.. I have been a foster mother for the state of mass. I've been working with kids my entire life, been a foster mother for the state of Ma.. worked as a preschool teachers aid for nine years, worked for a overnight nanny service which was extensive training. I have had CPR and first aid training ....
Jeremiah M. says "Cherylann goes above and beyond, and really cares about the children she works with. Our daughter absolutely loves her and any family would be lucky to...
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- $25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am an elementary school teacher living in Boston. I am fun and compassionate and love promoting hands on and outdoor learning experiences for kids. I have experience working with special needs students as well as managing behavior in my class. I also have worked as a nanny and camp counselor. I have a masters degree in...
Erica F. says "Nicole has taken care of our children all summer (ages 9 & 10) and has been fantastic - compassionate, creative, responsible, and fun. She was flexible...
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- $27/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I work in a Direct Support role for adults with disabilities and have experience as a Skills Trainer for adolescents and young adults with ASD and other developmental and intellectual disabilities through the DESE/DDS program. I also have Family Support case management experience in a DDS contracted Family Support Center.
Tricia S. says "Rick has worked with my son many times. He is very dependable, and my son really enjoys his company! I hired Rick to take my son out into the community,...
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- $28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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...
Hi everyone! I am a Pediatric RN with 4 years of experience on an infant/toddler step down critical care unit.
I have experience in:
-prematurity
-tracheostomies
-ng tubes
-G tubes
-J tubes
-central lines
-changing
-feeding
-PN and lipids
-ostomies
-OEIS
-spit fistulas
-Straight catheterization
-foleys
-injections
-all...
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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I have been working with families, helping to raise their children for close to 20 years now. I focus on engaging children in many activities and developing lasting relationships. I enjoy my work with children and take great pride in it. I am a fan of outdoor activities and I am familiar with many places to bring children for...
Lucille P. says "Robert is an extraordinary caretaker. He has a great range of creative and positive interpersonal skills, essential for caring for our son, whose is...
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,...
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...
Dementia
errands
personal care
hospice services
respite 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,...
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
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Hi, my name is Maryellen and I'm a teacher/nanny with many years of experience. I have two adult children. I was born and raised in upstate NY. I was passionate about childhood education early on. I have been a children's skating instructor, swim instructor for special needs and summer kids, preschool teacher, day care provider,...
Marina G. says "Maryellen was wonderful. Our 6 months old bonded with her right away and did not cry once throughout the day. We struggle with day naps but somehow...
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- $18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Science teacher in Douglas, MA with experience as an EMT and PCA for 3+ years. Looking forward to connecting!
Katrina F. says "Emily knows just how to handle my special needs young adult when he is upset. She's great with de-escalating the challenging family situations that occur...
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Albena! I have 8 years of experience with children and I also have experience with special needs children. I love interacting with children, spending time with them and doing activities with them. I'm looking for a part-time job in the mornings because I work at an after school kids program in the afternoon.
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
Hello!
My name is Sarah, I am 26 years old and have a passion for helping those that are differently abled. I am studying Psychology but have experience with autism, ABA, and other forms of special needs.
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- $35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
mobility assistance
errands
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My Name is Fiona, and I have been a caregiver for about 7 years. I started off working with a person with quadriplegia and found out that this is what I want to do. I also have experience with the following: Dementia, Alzheimer's, Spinal cord injuries, Special needs, and Multiple sclerosis. My passion is caring for others and...
Companionship
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
Making a positive difference in someone's life is what drives me as a caregiver. For the past three years, I've had the privilege of supporting adults and seniors, fostering their independence and well-being. My approach is rooted in patience and empathy, ensuring a calm and compassionate environment. I understand the importance...
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! my name is Meg. I have 12 years full time childcare experience that includes ages newborn to 9 years old and special needs children/adults. I have excellent references, I am EEC certified, CPR/first aid certified, valid drivers license and clean driving record. I look forward to speaking with you about how I can become an...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
A dedicated early childhood professional with EEC licensure for 15 months through 5 years of age. I am CPR/first aid certified for infants/children and adults. I have been working in the classroom for 6 years and also have prior babysitting and nanny experience. I have a masters of education with lots of experience working with...
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
I am a special needs teacher who is God fearing and has a 7 year experience of handling deaf/hard of hearing children.
1 year of handling mild autism and 3 months of handling intellectual impairment.
I am kind, loving, resilient and adaptable.
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
- 24 years old
- 10+ years of childcare experience
- HIGHLY trained in EpiPen safety/allergy awareness (I have an allergy myself)
- Honda CRV available at all times when needed
- Capable of supervising multiple children swimming (helpful for summer!)
- Will prepare meals, clean and maintain an organized household
- Will engage...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $25.00/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 Wakefield, MA
Special Needs Caregivers in Wakefield, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Cherylann S.
Cherylann goes above and beyond, and really cares about the children she works with. Our daughter absolutely loves her and any family would...
- Jeremiah M.
Nicole C.
Nicole has taken care of our children all summer (ages 9 & 10) and has been fantastic - compassionate, creative, responsible, and fun. She...
- Erica F.
Rick P.
Rick has worked with my son many times. He is very dependable, and my son really enjoys his company! I hired Rick to take my son out into...
- Tricia S.
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