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Rick P.

Experienced Special Needs Direct Support Caregiver

Wilmington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/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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Sophie J.

Wilmington, MA

5.0(0)
from
$40/hr
5 years experience
Hi families, I'm a licensed Occupational Therapist who also holds a bachelor's degree in child development and developmental psychology. I have about 10 years of experience working with children ages 1. 5 to 10 years old. My previous experience as a preschool teacher, lead teacher, after-school teacher, and skills trainer (ABA...
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Elizabeth M.

Experienced Sp Educator & ABA Therapist

Wilmington, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I'm an experienced Special Educator who's been working for Newton Public Schools for the past 10 years as an ABA Therapist. With summer school very limited, I am available for tutoring and child care. I have spent my life learning and growing with amazing students and families of all ages and abilities. I love music, the...
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Kacie B.

Wilmington, MA

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$28/hr
I am 24 years old and got my bachelors from Bridgewater State University in Sociology with a minor in childhood studies. Currently I am getting my master to be an adjustment counselor at Merrimack college. I started babysitting in high school for neurotypical and neurodivergent students. I worked at the YMCA for many years in...
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Sharon B.

Compassionate And Caring

Wilmington, MA

from
$19/hr
10 years experience
Looking to care for your elderly loved one. Great cook, med management, errands, light housekeeping, companionship, reliable transportation as needed. Clean driving record and can pass a BEAS and Cori check. Day time and overnights available. Not looking for more than 30 hrs a week.
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Alicia N.

Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Errands
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
home modification
+ 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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Jessica C.

Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
Hello All, I am a graduate student from Bridgewater State University majoring in Sociology and Early Education. I have worked in the school system for about five years now with all different age group children- including special needs. I also have over 10 years of babysitting experience and have gotten numerous jobs off Care....

Laura G. says "Jess was great! We booked with her last minute to look after our kids. Kids were at their worst as they had massive cabin fever after a few days out of...

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Sierra N.

Special Education Teacher

North Billerica, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi, I'm Sierra! I am a special education teacher whom has a masters degree in early childhood and am also working on my severe disabilities degree! I currently work as a severe special needs teacher for a school that focuses primarily on kids with Autism. I absolutely love teaching and can't picture myself working in any other...

Henry E. says "Sierra was a blessing for our family. She worked for us over the summer of 2017 for about two months, and was very professional and dependable. She...

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Sandra N.

Lowell, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
Right now I work with special kids for 5 years now, so I would like to work with them more coz my brother was born as a special kids but unfortunately he passed a way that why I wounld like to be around special kids they remind me about my brother so much.
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Karina C.

Andover, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a Bachelor's in Psychology from St. John's University. I have worked with children of special needs both at the research and interpersonal level. I specifically have experience with FASD, ADHD, PPD, Autism, Down syndrome, speech delays, processing disorders and epilepsy. I am now attending a Post-Bac program at Georgetown...
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Rashidah N.

Stoneham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience
Hospice services
errands
respite care
personal 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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Cherylann S.

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
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$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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Iliana P.

Caring Mother

Winchester, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I am a mother of two wonderful children looking for an extra income. In addition to raising my now grown children, I have worked with many families taking care of their children as needed. I am a caring, responsible, and kind person. I love children and am happy to play games, dance, sing and do arts and crafts with them. My...

Viktor V. says "Iliana helped us many times to look after our daughter when we needed to attend late night meetings or social events. She creates a good calm environment...

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Olivia B.

Part-time Care Giver Available

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hello! My name is Olivia and I am currently a special education Kindergarten teacher in the Waltham Public Schools. I have a license in both moderate special needs Prek-8 and a masters in severe special needs, all levels. I have extensive experience nannying and I feel very confident when working and looking after...

Amy B. says "Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and I recommend her...

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Samantha C.

Special Education Teacher (PreK-8)

Tewksbury, MA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dual Masters Degree - Lesley University Moderate Disabilities (Pre-K) & Elementary Ed. (1-6) 5+ Years Experience Experience working with students with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Etc. Experience with Preschool Ages Students as well as 2nd - 5th Grade.
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Rafael V.

Melrose, MA

5.0(1)
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$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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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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Lindsey C.

Woburn, MA

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Looking to make a difference in someone's life by helping them with their daily needs. I am an experienced Home Health Aide and am CPR certified. Please reach out to me and we can talk about your needs and how I can be of help. I look forward to hearing from you! Lindsey :)
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Daïna C.

Career "Live-In" Family Assistant And Nanny

Billerica, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Daïna. have been a Nanny, Personal Assistant, Babysitter, Family Assistant, Tutor, and Caregiver. I also have experience with infants and their special needs, and with helping children with learning challenges. I have been around children for as long as I can remember. I have been a career family...

Kim S. says "She is kind and gracious and everyone likes her. She is always concerned about others."

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Olivia B.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Arlington, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Caring for those with special needs is absolutely what I am most passionate about. I have a bachelors in moderate special education PreK-8 and a masters in Severe Special Education. I currently work in Malden MA as a special education teacher. I work with individuals with a range of special needs. I have worked with children as...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.40/hr as of June 2025

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

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

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

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.

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.

Jessica C.

Jess was great! We booked with her last minute to look after our kids. Kids were at their worst as they had massive cabin fever after a...

- Laura G.

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