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60 special needs child care are listed in Wakefield, MA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025

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

Special needs child care in Wakefield, MA

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Lauren P.


Wakefield, MA

$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver, Nanny, Babysitter, Etc.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Speech-Language Pathologist who works with children of all ages with a variety of needs. I am looking to nanny part-time in addition to my role as a speech-language pathologist.
5.0
"Lauren is amazing and has been a great addition to our family. She made a huge difference and contributed to my 2 year old son like no one else did. His social and communication skills improved by a lot because of Lauren."

Natalie D.

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Taylor S.


Wakefield, MA

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have been an ABA assistant teaching children and young adults with autism and other phycological disabilities for the past couple of years in a residential program as well as within a day school program. I am CPR and first aid certified through the Red Cross and have assisted with many tube feedings.
Hi! I graduated from college in May 2020 where I received my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Ed and my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. I am currently working towards my Masters in Moderate Disabilities!
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Hollie J.


Arlington, MA

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver, Babysitting, Special Needs, Senior Care, Family Care

Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood

For many years, I have cared for children, from infants to adolescents. Most recently I have been a nanny for two 1-year-old little boys, a 2-year-old little girl, and I continue to work with children and adolescents in my professional career. For several years, I have worked as a theater teacher and mental health clinician...
Hollie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
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"Hollie was so helpful in caring for our cat. He has just moved here and is confused and upset by the new surroundings. He immediately took to Hollie, who not only provided basic care but also the attention he was craving while we were out of town. She provided...

Becky P.

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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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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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Merrily L.


Salem, MA

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Caring for those with any type of special needs is a passion of mine and has been my whole life. I was introduced to those with special needs almost immediately in my life as my brother whose only 13 months younger than me was diagnosed at an early age with Autism. Through the years I have volunteer in many activities such as...
5.0
"Very pleasant, engaged with my daughter very well, followed my instructions, acclimated well to surrounding, calming presence about her"

Michelle P.

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Visitacion B.


Everett, MA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a graduate nurse and I have vast experience caring for those with special needs, especially kids with disabilities. For 30 years I worked as a nurse, as a caregiver, and a nanny and a medical assistant. I worked in private homes, hospitals (children's and adults) and in a clinic setting and also in skilled facilities. I...
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Melissa I.


Medford, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Creative Childcare Provider Seeking Nanny Position Close To Water Town.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My Qualifications: -10+ Years experience in childcare/nanny various ages. - Certified Respite Care Provider for Children w Autism. - Loves engaging Children in creative arts. -Big fan of outdoor activities - Creative, Patient, and Flexible. - Non-Smoker/ and health conscious - Loves Museums/History/and Art. - Excellent...
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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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Rafael V.


Melrose, MA

$35-40/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
5.0
"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, well versed in his field and has not only been helpful in terms of working to progress maturity and social...

Beth S.

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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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Lindsey C.


Woburn, MA

$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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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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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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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Marybeth S.


Cambridge, MA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

OTD Student Available For Part-Time Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a strong background in childcare and experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a BA in Psychology and recently moved to Boston to pursue my Doctorate in...
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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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Sophie J.


Wilmington, MA

$37-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

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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Rick P.


Wilmington, MA

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Direct Support Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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.
5.0
"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, and they have a great time together. I will definitely be hiring him again and again :)"

Tricia S.

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Lynne G.


North Reading, MA

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny- For Typical Or Special Needs Family

Hi, my name is Lynne. I have worked in an intellectually impaired and multi-handicapped special needs classroom (grade 3-5) for 3 years. I have extensive experience with emotional and physical limitations working with individuals 1:1 and in a group setting. In the classroom, I design and implement behavior redirection methods to...
Lynne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
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Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Wakefield, MA

Lauren P.

5.0

Lauren is amazing and has been a great addition to our family. She made a huge difference and contributed to my 2 year old son like no one else did. His social and communication skills improved by a lot because of Lauren.

- Natalie D.

Hollie J.

5.0

Hollie was so helpful in caring for our cat. He has just moved here and is confused and upset by the new surroundings. He immediately took to Hollie, who not only provided basic care but also the attention he was craving while we were out of town. She provided updates and photos at every visit....

- Becky P.

Marla M.

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 endorsement.

- Sandy W.

Merrily L.

5.0

Very pleasant, engaged with my daughter very well, followed my instructions, acclimated well to surrounding, calming presence about her

- Michelle P.

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.

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