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Jessica S.

Fun Sitter, Lots Of Experience

West Springfield, MA

3.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I have been in the childcare business for about 8 years now. I have worked with infants to teenagers. I started babysitting at 14 for my neighbors children. I have also worked at different camps and have experience working with special needs children. I enjoy working with children because everyday is a new adventure. I...

Sandrae L. says "Jessica was awesome with my boys. She was helpful and reliable. I called her last minute and she was able to respond without hesitation. Would definitely...

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Hi There Friends!

West Springfield, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Heather, I was a home childcare provider for over 10 years. I love working with children and have also worked in public schools with older children and children with special needs. I am a multitasker and if you need help with light house cleaning or cooking meals I am available for that as well! Look forward to...

Heidi S. says "Heather is very loving, creative and knows how to get the kids engaged in activities. She also knows how to get children working together as a team. She...

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West Springfield, MA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I have experience working with children diagnosed on the Autism spectrum. I worked professionally as a behavioral therapist for about two years with a local agency here in Boston. I am an extremely patient and nurturing person. I am huge on using affirmations on the kiddos I watch over. It's important that I understand...
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West Springfield, MA

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$26/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have nannied for 5 years full time and now I currently nanny Part time on Tuesdays and bartend at night. I'm also in school for x ray but looking to find family's for date nights or as needed and pet sitting. I've worked in group homes with special needs in the past for 6 years so I have CPR and first aid training. I'm 29 and...
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Chicopee, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
22 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
Greetings, I've been working with a little one for the last 3 years. She's amazing and recently started full days at school. I'm starting a position in December for a wonderful family and have some fill in availability meanwhile. I live in Chicopee and commute to Longmeadow daily at present. I have been a nanny/child care...

Care Member says "Tasondra has been amazing with our toddler! She is an expert when it comes to child development and helped my daughter with learning such important...

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Chicopee, MA

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I'm very patient and outgoing. I like to cook, clean and be organized. I don't mind pets and bathing. I've been working with special needs people for 3 years and I love it. I like to take walks and to go places. I'm a multitasker and I'm positive. I love making people happy and doing what's best for them. I'm fun and...
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Westfield, MA

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am an energetic, compassionate, and caring person that loves children of all ages. I was a preschool teacher for over 3 years, worked in a group home for at risk youth for 2 years, worked as a nanny for multiple families, and I've babysat countless children of all ages in various settings. I've worked with children that have...

Care Member says "Tianna was a godsend for our family. Our kids loved her and you could tell how much she truly cared for them. Punctual, reliable and great with open...

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South Hadley, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Dorina, and I'm a dedicated caregiver with a passion for nurturing children, seniors, and pets. As a mom of four kiddos between ages 4months and 10 yrs, I understand the unique needs of each age group. I have a background in caregiving, having provided compassionate support for hospice patients until their...

Jon F. says "Dorina was very punctual and pleasant. She listened to our requests and had experience in working babysitting a 1 and 5 year old. We will use her again...

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Holyoke, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi my name is Emma, I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages with all different needs. I have been the caretaker for older children with special needs, watched a child from her infancy into her toddler years, been a nanny to an infant and a 3-year-old, and cared for school aged children 7-9. As a graduate...

Oceana S. says "Emma has been watching my daughter since she was an infant and is one of the only sitters that pays attention to all the rules and quirks of my daughter....

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Compassionate Childcare Provider With A Focus On Special Needs

Holyoke, MA

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I am delighted to offer my childcare services through Care. With over 8 combined years of childcare and special-education experience, I am committed to providing exceptional care tailored to your kiddo's individual needs. I believe in fostering a safe, nurturing, and consistent environment for children to learn and...

Dennis L. says "Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and...

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Trained Special Educator With Daytime Availability

Agawam, MA

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Hi! I'm a licensed special education teacher in Massachusetts with 15+ years of experience supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities, and diverse developmental needs. I offer compassionate, individualized care focused on building trust, communication, and independence. I'm experienced with IEPs, behavior...
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Agawam, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
My name is Suzanne and I'm a middle aged retiree looking for work with children. I have many years experience in the childcare field , most recently retiring from the school system. I have also worked with special needs children. I feel that my patience, experience and devotion to children will be a great asset. I also am a...
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Longmeadow, MA

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am looking for a family to work with during my break from school! I am located in longmeadow from December 15th to January 16th. Hi! I'm a senior psychology major Gettysburg College (4. 0 gpa)! I have taken both developmental psych courses and work in the lab so I spend 6 hrs/week in preschools during the school year. I am...
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ASL Fluent And Licensed As A SLPA In MA

Chicopee, MA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Hello! I graduated from the University of Vermont with a bachelors degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders (aka Speech and Hearing Sciences) with a minor in special education. I am fluent in American Sign Language and speak Spanish at a conversational level. I am licensed as a speech language pathologists assistant In...
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Westfield, MA

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Hello my name is Chris, I am a transgender female to male. My legal name is Christina but I go by Chris. I work for the commonwealth of MA in a house with adults with disabilities in which I have had experience currently or in the past with many many health issues or healthcare items including g-tubes and catheters. I am looking...
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Experienced Babysitter Available Weekdays

Southampton, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am 27 years old and I live in Southampton. I own my own car and I have been driving since I was 16 with a clean driving record. I have a lot of experience baby sitting and living with children as well as working in early childhood education. My mother is a foster parents so I have grown up caring for others. Including...
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Holyoke, MA

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Currently work in a school, love playing with the children! I used to work in inhome therapy for autism children. Watching them grow, accomplish things their parents thought they couldn't accomplish I loved seeing the smiles on their faces and the joy. I love being able to help !
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Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

Chicopee, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a stay at home mom with over a decade of childcare experience, including nannying for infants and toddlers as well as older children; I have worked with children with varying types and degrees of special needs, and I have tutored in math, ESL, and literature. I was an EMT for 3 years prior to the birth of my daughter and...
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Seeking Part Time/ Full Time Work With Physically And Developmentally Challenged Individuals

Agawam, MA

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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have worked in the human services industry for 20 years plus. During such time I have worked with a wide variety of individuals with varying physical and developmental disabilities. I currently work as a special education teacher. I passionately and patiently enjoy helping to maintain and enhance the quality life of others.
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Experienced CNA,HHA, Para-professional. Love My Work

Holyoke, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Patti, and have been a CNA for 25+ years with a focus on home health aid work for the last 15 years. My experience as a home health aid has been focused on providing comfortable and thoughtful care. My clients have had a wide range of needs, and I pride myself on my adaptability in every situation. My background...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.75/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in West Springfield, MA

Special Needs Caregivers in West Springfield, MA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Jessica S.

Jessica was awesome with my boys. She was helpful and reliable. I called her last minute and she was able to respond without hesitation....

- Sandrae L.

Heather S.

Heather is very loving, creative and knows how to get the kids engaged in activities. She also knows how to get children working together...

- Heidi S.

Tasondra J.

Tasondra has been amazing with our toddler! She is an expert when it comes to child development and helped my daughter with learning such...

- Care member

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