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Kristin T.

Helpful Understanding Home Aid

Lynn, MA

5.0(1)

from: $58/hr

5 years experience

I am passionate about helping those around me and making life a little easier in some way. In order to achieve this, a patient must be equipped with knowledge, support, and guidance throughout the entirety of their health care. Communication, intention, and execution throughout an integral health team is vital when navigating a...

Kelly O. says "Kristin has such an upbeat personality with enough compassion to go around. She also arrived to our home on time, with a smile on her face. Never worried...

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Merrily L.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Salem, MA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Caring for those with any type of special needs is a passion of mine and has been my whole life. I was introduced to those with special needs almost immediately in my life as my brother whose only 13 months younger than me was diagnosed at an early age with Autism. Through the years I have volunteer in many activities such as...

Michelle P. says "Very pleasant, engaged with my daughter very well, followed my instructions, acclimated well to surrounding, calming presence about her"

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Sarah Beth W.

Recent College Graduate - Home For The Summer!

Lexington, MA

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

5 years experience

I have 5 years of experience babysitting children aged 3 months to 18 years. I just recently graduated college with a degree in early childhood education and human development. I am comfortable with pets!

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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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Cherylann S.

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

20 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

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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Nicole C.

Experienced And Knowledgeable Tutor

East Boston, MA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

craft assistance

carpooling

light cleaning

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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Rick P.

Experienced Special Needs Direct Support Caregiver

Wilmington, MA

5.0(1)

from: $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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Chloe K.

Lynn, MA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

craft assistance

carpooling

travel

+ 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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Paul M.

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

10 years experience

Personal care

live-in home care

hospice services

errands

transportation

+ 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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Francesca C.

Full Time Nanny Available

Revere, MA

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

craft assistance

carpooling

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...

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Shannon G.

Pediatric RN

Malden, MA

5.0(0)

from: $45/hr

4 years experience

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...

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Robert H.

Everett, MA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

30 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

carpooling

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

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...

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Ana M.

Hey

Lynn, MA

5.0(1)

from: $10/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 7 families in your area

Travel

swimming supervision

light cleaning

craft assistance

meal prep

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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Rafael V.

Melrose, MA

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

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,...

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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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Lande P.

Caregiver

Malden, MA

5.0(0)

from: $30/hr

5 years experience

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...

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Rashidah N.

Stoneham, MA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

6 years experience

Respite care

personal care

errands

dementia

hospice services

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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Maryellen B.

North Reading, MA

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

craft assistance

carpooling

travel

+ 1 more

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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Emily A.

Energetic Teacher On Summer Break!

Medford, MA

5.0(1)

from: $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...

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Albena A.

Winthrop, MA

from: $25/hr

8 years experience

Meal prep

light cleaning

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.

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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $25.50/hr as of March 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

Kristin T.

Kristin has such an upbeat personality with enough compassion to go around. She also arrived to our home on time, with a smile on her face....

- Kelly O.

Merrily L.

Very pleasant, engaged with my daughter very well, followed my instructions, acclimated well to surrounding, calming presence about her

- Michelle P.

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.

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Wakefield, MA

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Available Now in Wakefield!

Kristin T.

Helpful Understanding Home Aid

Merrily L.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Sarah Beth W.

Recent College Graduate - Home For The Summer!

Justine J.

Experienced Special Education Teacher With Masters Degree Available Full Time

Cherylann S.

Nicole C.

Experienced And Knowledgeable Tutor

Rick P.

Experienced Special Needs Direct Support Caregiver

Chloe K.

Paul M.

Francesca C.

Full Time Nanny Available

Shannon G.

Pediatric RN

Robert H.

Ana M.

Hey

Rafael V.

Megan M.

Caregiver

Lande P.

Caregiver

Rashidah N.

Maryellen B.

Emily A.

Energetic Teacher On Summer Break!

Albena A.

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

Kristin T.

Merrily L.

Cherylann S.

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