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Find special needs child care in Dorchester, MA that you’ll love

60 special needs child care are listed in Dorchester, MA

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 2 years

Special needs child care in Dorchester, MA

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Christine O.


North Weymouth, MA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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I work in school full time. I am copied and fingerprinted. I have worked with special needs and I was a certified preschool teacher. Other past experience is working in assisted living with elderly
5.0
"Christine is a kind and nurturing person who loves working with children. Christine was my child care provider for my 2 sons for over 14 years. One of my sons was in her care from infancy through middle school. She provided excellent care and loved my children...

Linda D.

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Destiny B.


Roxbury, MA

$15-25/hr

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Zana and I am interested in providing care to your loved one(s). I have experience in Hospitality, Human Services, and care for kids, seniors, and disabled people. I am CPR certified. Most excitingly, I am a mother of Irish twins! I am currently in school to become a Registered Nurse!
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Oksana S.


Jamaica Plain, MA

$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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,...
5.0
"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 enthusiasm, dedication and professionalism I can't recommend her enough and I am so grateful for having found...

Alex C.

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Denzil P.


Roxbury, MA

$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

Passionate Caregiver And Father

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a proud father to a 24-year-old son who served 4 years in the US Navy, and attended public schools and was in the special education strand in elementary school. My son, Jajuan is currently a college student in Tokyo. I bring my experiences as a parent to my role as a passionate educator/childcare giver. I believe that I am...
5.0
"We were incredibly lucky to have worked with Denzil, as he was a source of support and nurturing for our teenage son making that challenging transition into middle school. Denzil is a highly trained special education teacher who also works one-on-one to help young...

Michelle P.

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Emily A.


Medford, MA

$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Energetic Teacher On Summer Break!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Science teacher in Douglas, MA with experience as an EMT and PCA for 3+ years. Looking forward to connecting!
5.0
"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 in my home. She's super responsible and clear headed, too."

Katrina F.

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Sevda N.


Malden, MA

$25-35/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 25 y. o physician who is doing his postdoctoral research at Harvard Medical School. I have a practice of working as a doctor for 1, 5 year.
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Samantha O.


Quincy, MA

$15/hr

Part Time Caregiver

I have a younger brother with Downs Syndrome and another with epilepsy so I've always had a passion for working with those who have special needs. I've experienced working one on one with children in a classroom, as well as, running an inclusive classroom with those on the autism spectrum.
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Prisca N.


Belmont, MA

$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

I am a former Direct support professional (DSP) employee of Devereux Behaviour School. I have over 5 years experience of caring for children with special needs including one on one support, breaking tasks into smaller manageable steps; Behavior management, emotional support and setting up a reward system. some of my previous...
5.0
"Prisca is personable and very informed. She connects well with the client and speaks her mind. Her swift communication helped us stay up to date with our late father and Prisca played a big role as his aide. We hope to work with Prisca again whenever need arises as...

Immaculate M.

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Erin M.


Boston, MA

$12-17/hr • 6 yrs exp

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
5.0
"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 daughter and our family has known Erin since high school.Erin has volunteered on numerous occasions to...

Sue M.

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Lande P.


Malden, MA

$30-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caregiver

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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Mary B.


Randolph, MA

$15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Care Giver

4.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
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Anna Z.


Dorchester Center, MA

$15/hr

Sitter/Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I grew up with a family friend who had a daughter with Down Syndrome. I had the opportunity to babysit her and to just spend time with her throughout the years. In high school I was in a club called Peer Connections, which focused on building relationships with students who had mental and/or physical special needs. I loved this...
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Hannah M.


Allston, MA

$15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have so much experience with special needs children. I have volunteered in special needs classrooms for five years, volunteered as a day camp counselor for two years at a special needs camp and worked as a camp counselor at a special needs summer camp for six summers. I have experience with many special needs, such as Autism,...
5.0
"Hannah worked for us a few months. We have a six-year-old with Autism who is home schooled. Her basic responsibilities were doing assignments (assigned by me), play with my son, and make him feel special. My son isn't easy to work with. Hannah kept him engaged with...

Jenna V.

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Monica B.


Hyde Park, MA

$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over the last 6 years, I have worked with different individuals with all types of disabilities, from mental health, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, elderly care, etc. All were residing in nursing homes, residential and hospitals. I have a strong passion for caring for people who are in need. I love to know that I can...
5.0
"Monica is a caring professional with extensive work supporting adults with developmental disabilities and brain injuries in nursing home and residential settings. Monica takes an individualized approach working with each person, is a diligent and respectful...

Anne C.

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Shannon G.


Malden, MA

$45-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Pediatric RN

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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Odette W.


Quincy, MA

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have been working with special needs clients for over 10years now. I strongly understand them and am patient to assist them with every day duties.
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Marla M.


East Boston, MA

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Skills Trainer

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have experience working with neurodivergent children and adolescents in multiple settings throughout the past 15 years. My time as a Level II Teacher at the New England Center for Children (NECC) provided me with a thorough understanding of applied behavioral analysis (ABA) and clinical experience working with children with...
5.0
"Marla provides exceptional care for our son with special needs. She is very professional, responsible, and personable. Marla is wonderful at engaging with our son on his terms which is both enriching to him and comforting to us. She comes with our highest...

Sandy W.

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Olivia B.


Arlington, MA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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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Leonie C.


Somerville, MA

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Mom Of Mentally Ill Son

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Mom with years of advocacy for and care of a mentally ill child offers expertise and assistance. I am PATIENT and Kind. Let's talk.
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Athena Z.


Watertown, MA

$15-25/hr

Student Clinician In Graduate School For Speech Language Pathology

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a graduate student in Boston studying to become a licensed speech language pathologist. My interests include working with children and students with a variety of delays/disorders such as Autism, Down Syndrome, and other developmental, cognitive and/or intellectual disabilities.
5.0
"Works well with special needs children, has good teaching skills. I am planning on using her as often as I can."

Peter G.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Dorchester, MA

Christine O.

5.0

Christine is a kind and nurturing person who loves working with children. Christine was my child care provider for my 2 sons for over 14 years. One of my sons was in her care from infancy through middle school. She provided excellent care and loved my children like they were her own. It wasn't...

- Linda D.

Oksana S.

5.0

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 enthusiasm, dedication and professionalism I can't recommend her enough and I am so grateful for having found her

- Alex C.

Denzil P.

5.0

Denzil is the most caring, accommodating and helpful caregiver we have had for our adult son with CP, who has mobility issues. Denzil is always friendly, engaging in conversation and just a wonderful asset.

- Karen B.

Emily A.

5.0

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 in my home. She's super responsible and clear headed, too.

- Katrina F.

Prisca N.

5.0

Prisca is personable and very informed. She connects well with the client and speaks her mind. Her swift communication helped us stay up to date with our late father and Prisca played a big role as his aide. We hope to work with Prisca again whenever need arises as she's our go to person. I...

- Immaculate M.

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