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Alexandra K.

Vaccinated Summer Nanny

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a nanny with 7 years, 30+ families & 75+ kids worth of experience. As a Wellesley College student I have taken classes in neuroscience & anthropology-preparing me for all backgrounds & developmental abilities-& medical school one day! I am both CPR certified & have worked as an EMT for 2 years responding to 911...

Care Member says "She was great! The kids had so much fun with her and was even asking if she was coming back the next day. Very polite and punctual. Would definitely...

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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
Dementia
light cleaning
home modification
errands
hospice services
+ 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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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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Ariana R.

Fun And Loving Nanny!

Newton Center, MA

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a student from Newton currently going into my fourth year at McGill University, and am spending my third summer on island. I have experience nannying and in childcare at two private Montessori schools in Newton, in addition to being a nanny on island for three families in the past years. I am a very creative, outgoing,...

Risa N. says "Ariana is the kindest, most reliable, most fun babysitter ever! She is constantly thinking up fabulous activities for our 2.5 year old daughter. She is...

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Katie K.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I recently graduated from Ithaca College in NY. I now live in Cambridge. I love children and would love to help out as much as you need it when I am free! I swam and rowed Varsity in college, and I am a very active person. I love children and have been babysitting neighbors and family members for years. I have been a nanny...

Ashley D. says "Katie is AMAZING! She nannied for our three-year-old for three months. Katie is extremely patient and caring, responsible, fun, and flexible. She truly...

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Ashley B.

Full/Part Time Nanny

Melrose, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have worked with children for 13+ years in a variety of roles, including assistant dance instructor, children's counselor at recreational programs, lead infant teacher in a childcare center, and most recently as a full-time nanny. I completed coursework in child growth and development, children with special needs, child...

Katie S. says "My daughters (2 years & 6 months) love when Ashley comes to babysit. Ashley always has fun activities planned and is focused 100% on my girls the whole...

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Robert H.

Everett, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
30 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 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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Judith B.

Dorchester, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience
I'm a teacher for 8 years and a mom and I'm a residential counselor for baycove human services, I love taking good care of others.
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Denzil P.

Caring And Committed Caregiver And Babysitter

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
I provide tutoring and babysitting services to special needs students, after school and on weekends. I also provide PCA support to adults with spinal chord injury or have cerebral palsy. I also have a 26-year-old son - a US Navy veteran - who is currently away in college. I'm caring, patient and diligent.

Alysia A. says "Denzil was among the best caregivers we ever worked with to help with our severely autistic son. Denzil is warm, open, and energetic. He would take our...

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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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Denia C.

Roxbury, MA

5.0(0)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, my name is Denia. I am dedicated compassionate care provider with 30 years experience promoting exceptional care to patients comfort. My experience entails: pain/medication management, mobility assistance, meal preparation, cooking, cleaning, offer companionship, and emotional support, toileting, incontinence care,...
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Oksana S.

Special Needs Caregiver

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
I have 17 years of experience working in health care. I enjoy helping others with their needs. As a Home Health Aide I am familiar with health care requirements regarding fall prevention, Infection Control and Universal Precautions, Hand Washing technique, COVID-19 safety and precautions, emergency situations, weather emergency,...

Alex C. says "For the last few months, Oksana has been taking our autistic son for weekend activities, filling a critical part of his schedule, a task she does with...

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Meti V.

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Meti! I'm a nurturing and experienced caregiver based in the Triangle area with over 10 years of hands-on childcare expertise, including working as a live-in caregiver. I specialize in supporting young children, creating safe, organized, and joyful environments, and have cared for kids with ADHD, adopted children, and...

Care Member says "Meti was wonderful with our boys and was able to jump in when we needed help at the last minute. Thanks Meti!"

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Sylvia B.

Waltham, MA

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
For the past 4 years have been teaching children at my residential school helping them with dressing , feeding , toileting and out side kid games. Am also a mother of two children. I have the experience working with children.
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Clare O.

Babysitter/Nanny/Child-care Provider

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
Hello! My name is Clare. I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember over the last 10 years, and have extensive experience with kids of any and all ages. I have nannied for multiple families with infants/children below 12 months, assisted with transport of kids for after-school activities, and worked with many special...

Cassidy D. says "Clare babysat for us while we vacationed in NYC. She was a pleasure and we would be happy to use her anytime we come to town"

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Daisy S.

Child Care Provider/ Behavior Analyst/Special Education Teacher

Dorchester, MA

3.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I've been nannying for 6 years. I nannied children from ages 0-13. During those experiences, I meal prepped, drove children to activities, date nights, homework help, and the list goes on! I also have experience nannying/tutoring children with special needs. I am a Lesley University graduate for special education. I am...

Marjanna B. says "Daisy is absolutely lovely. She is warm and authentic, and her genuine enjoyment of kids is so clear."

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Livi R.

Hands Down - Best Baby Sitter Ever!

Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
As someone who began caring for my siblings at a very young age, including a sibling who has behavioral issues, ADHD, and special needs - it was only natural that as soon as I turned 13, I began babysitting and nannying for neighbors. I have always loved children and I am dedicating my future career to helping children and...

Ashley R. says "Livi is wonderful! My two girls, 1.5 & 4.5 adore her. She is thoughtful, punctual, organized, and she always engages the girls in activities. My 4.5 year...

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Rashidah N.

Stoneham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience
Errands
personal care
hospice services
respite care
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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Leah H.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! I am a speech language pathologist and I'm looking for some date night/weekend babysitting opportunities as well as pet sitting and dog walking. I live in Beacon Hill and don't have a car, but I'd be happy to take public transportation or walk anywhere within a reasonable distance. I'm usually home from work M-F by...

Michael M. says "I cannot say enough good things about Leah as a person and as a nanny. Our daughter M adores Leah and is constantly asking for her when she is not...

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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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.00/hr as of January 2026

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Watertown, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Alexandra K.

She was great! The kids had so much fun with her and was even asking if she was coming back the next day. Very polite and punctual. Would...

- Care member

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.

Erin M.

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

- Sue M.

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