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Alice H.

Worcester, MA

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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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Hi, I'm Frankie! I graduated from Clark in 2022 and am seeking a full time nannying position. I started babysitting in my neighborhood when I was 12 and have had multiple long term nannying jobs. I'm originally from Seattle, and have worked as a counselor, backpacking trip leader, and art program director at various summer...
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Creative And Reliable Sitter

Worcester, MA

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$21/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
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Hello, -My name is Paula (24) and I am currently looking to start babysitting in December/January. -I'm a new mommy -I've worked in daycare, Client home for ABA therapy and the Boys and girls club. -I've babysat since I was 18 for children ages 10month- 11 years old. -Flexible schedule- reoccurring -available for...
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Teacher, Smile Creator

Worcester, MA

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a 27-year-old with many years of childcare experience and great references! I have nannied for families with children of all ages and have also worked with children with special needs, so I understand the importance of providing individualized care and attention. I would love to help your family with any type of care you...
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Worcester, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Large experience with children. Past 6 years I worked as babysitter for a family in Shrewsbury. Worked for Thom early intervention with special needs children. Many years as CNA for Alzheimer's center and house cleaner/ keeper. Love kids and pets. I always work beyond my bosses expectations. Reliable and supportive person.

Worcester, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello my name is Molly and I started babysitting 20 years ago at the age of 12. I've worked with many kids in varying age ranges, from newborn all the way up through teens. I've been a babysitter, Nanny, an a Personal Care Assistant. I also worked in the public schools for 8 years as an ABA. I have experience with special needs...

Nurturing, Fun And Trustworthy Sitter!

Worcester, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Dedicated and compassionate nanny with over 10 years working with ages 0-18 including a career as a special education teacher assistant in the Hopkinton Public Schools grade 2-6 and in Early Education and Care (EEC). In addition, I am in mentoring and caring for young children and teens with special needs and ASD, providing...
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Jefferson, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Madison and I am a college student, currently studying elementary education. I have a passion for working with children and have worked with kids of all ages, including special needs students. I have 5 years of paid experience, but many more years of unpaid experience. I am hard working, reliable and always...

Angelyk R. says "She's the best!! She worked so well with my 3 year old son. So sad she had to leave."

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Child Care Giver With Special Needs Experience

North Grafton, MA

4.2(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I am also a professional chef and a parent. What better combination could you get in a caregiver! Since retiring I have provided child care for several families, including homeschooling a 3rd and 8th...

Tenley P. says "Frank took care of my three children for a week while we were visiting Massachusetts but needed to work from home. Frank was caring, kind, and gentle. He...

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Special Needs Care: Adults Of All Ages

Westborough, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I truly enjoy working with individuals with special needs because I find it rewarding to get to know the whole person, their strengths, interests, habits, and areas of challenge. I am seeking a position that does not require me to provide physical assistance (heavy lifting, positioning, transfers...) For 13 years I worked as an...

Peter B. says "Karen is very compassionate and caring. She cared of my uncle and was a complete joy. We both looked forward to seeing her especially my uncle. She was...

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Special Needs Care - Adults Of All Ages

Westborough, MA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
meal prep
dementia
companionship
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Hello, I am a reliable and compassionate person, and I am always aware of safety. I find working with adults/seniors to be rewarding and enjoyable. For more than 15 years, I was employed as an Occupational Therapist. I did not like paperwork and attending meetings, so I changed my career path to working directly with people....
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Child/Adult Care Specializing In Special Needs

Cherry Valley, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! Over the years I have worked as a child/adult care provider, specializing in Special Needs. I have provided one on one care for kids, teens, and adults with a wide array of disabilities which include Behavioral Intervention, Management, and Modification. I have excellent references and would prefer to work 1:1. My skills are...

Kathleen C. says "Holly cared for my son who has special needs...medical, social/emotional, and educational. She was very responsible and reliable. He quickly built trust...

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Cherry Valley, MA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
I'm 50yrs old and living I have worked with both children and adults with a wide range of disabilities that includes neurological, emotional, developmental, and extensive behavioral issues, in residential, public schools, and private settings for over 20 years. I am very good at what I do and love making a difference in other...

Cherie M. says "Holly was reliable, respectful, patient and supportive. At the same time, she was able to maintain boundaries while fostering on-going growth and...

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Special Needs Child Care

North Grafton, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I can help boost your child's social and academic development and can run facilitated play groups with friends. I have experience with a broad range of special needs and have been told I have a calm and...

Wendy W. says "Frank has worked with my daughter, who has special needs, over the years. She has always enjoyed spending time with him. He is soft spoken, kind, and has a...

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Special Education Teacher

Shrewsbury, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
I have been working with (teaching) special needs students of varying levels for the past 17 years. I currently teach students with Autism and have been for the past 7 years. I have a master's degree in Special education, and I am CPR certified. I am available after school hours, vacations and weekends.
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Spencer, MA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Lexi. I'm 26 years old and I work as a professional clinical case manager full time at a hospital. I've nannied through care. com in the past as well as privately over the past 7 years. I have experience with kids aged 0-16 and I can handle all levels of care including special needs! I love to work with kids and...
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Kind And Gentle Caregiver

West Boylston, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Visiting physician
specialized care
dementia
companionship
I am a caretaker at heart and have taken care of people of all ages with a variety of special needs. I'm calm, creative, resourceful, and encouraging. Helping people make the best of their lives, whatever their situation may be, is something I find very rewarding.
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Shrewsbury, MA

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$15/hr
Currently, I am a special educator at a private specialty day school at the New England Center for Children in Southborough, MA, where I teach students ages 6-12 years old primarily with autism as well as other pairing disabilities. Besides this work experience, I grew up having an older and younger sibling both diagnosed with...
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Spencer, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
My name is Lexi. I've been employed full time as a professional adult caretaker/direct support for 4 years now. I have experience with individuals suffering from cerebral palsy, autism, traumatic brain injury, Down's syndrome, blindness, schizophrenia and other intellectual disabilities. I also have experience caring for...
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I Can Take Care Of Your Loved One.

Westborough, MA

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$15/hr
I have some experience with special needs, I have patience, I am calm, reliable and I can learn fast.

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.09/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Worcester, MA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Madi T.

She's the best!! She worked so well with my 3 year old son. So sad she had to leave.

- Angelyk R.

Frank S.

Frank took care of my three children for a week while we were visiting Massachusetts but needed to work from home. Frank was caring, kind,...

- Tenley P.

Karen K.

Karen is very compassionate and caring. She cared of my uncle and was a complete joy. We both looked forward to seeing her especially my...

- Peter B.

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