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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Allston, MA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Allston, MA
5.0
(1)
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.
I have always been involved with special education and I am currently working in a special education classroom as a teacher! I am a certified teacher and I am incredibly passionate about these children. Each day they amaze me and I am humbled by my prestigious experience of being their teacher. I have babysat my entire life and...
I believe that every kid and every human is full of potential! Children with special needs are a gift, just as children of typical development. I have studied occupational therapy for the past 5 years at Ithaca College in upstate New York. As an OT student I have a vast understanding of childhood development as well as social,...
HI! I have been in childcare since 2017 and I absolutely love it! I started my childcare career as a nanny for young kids ages 4-9 and then moved to being an RBT for children with Autism in 2019. I'm currently going to school online to finish my education degree. I am very passionate about not only child care but care for...
Nicole G.
Allston, MA
$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I am a behavior analyst currently looking for summer employment. I have 5 years experience working with children with various disabilities and disorders. I have residential training as well as public and private school experience . I am energetic and creative, I love to be outdoors and I love encouraging kids to learn and...
Teaghan L.
Allston, MA
$30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Dedicated professional with a strong background in hospitality and experience working alongside personal assistants for high-net-worth individuals. I am eager to transition into a personal or family assistant role, offering exceptional organizational skills and a passion for supporting families.
I have extensive experience...
Teaghan can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi hi! I'm Annie and I'm currently finishing my masters in Licensed Mental Counseling School Adjustment Counseling. I have been working in childcare to supplement as I build my career in my masters program.
Right now, I'm waiting to finish the stretch before graduation in May (fingers crossed) and looking to fill the spare...
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Scarlett & I am a freshman at Boston University! I have been working with children for around 4 years. I was an assistant teacher for two and a half years at a Montessori nursery school in New Jersey where I worked closely with children from 4 months to 6 years old. I also have nannied and babysat for several...
Scarlett R can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Mature, experienced, professional, reliable, and passionate working with children. 9 years of experience, including 2 years of care for children with special needs. Red Cross certificated in CPR, AED and First aid. Praised for creating daily routines that promote children's positive behaviour, learning and development
Jeane can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
My interests are definitely with special needs children. I have been a camp counselor at special needs camp and have been responsible for children with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Prader-Wili syndrome and more! I have also babysat typically developing children of all ages. I have been a babysitter for six years.
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hi everyone ! My name is Gabriela, I am a recent college graduate looking for an additional job working with children ! I can tutor in English, Math, and Spanish as well as babysit for occasional date nights and weekends. I have multiple years of babysitting experience as well as experience with children with special needs. I...
Gabriela can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
I love kids and have worked with children of all abilities from ages 12 months to 12 years. Most of my experience lies with older infants and toddlers, as a teacher at The Goddard School. I also have experience with children with special needs, including autism spectrum and severe physical and developmental disabilities. As a...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
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...
Alicia can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, home modification, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Alicia is caring, responsible, and reliable. She took care of my husband when I need to travel out of town. We really appreciated her help, and she was very flexible about accommodating our schedule changes. "
Cheryl S.
Natasha H.
Medford, MA
$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Natasha and I'm an Occupational Therapy Doctoral student at Tufts University. I have a breadth of experience working with kids in various settings, including special needs and recreational after-school programs. I love to plan craft activities and fun games, and would be able to help out with light housekeeping...
Natasha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have worked for 5 years with children with autism as an ABA therapist and then as a clinical supervisor. I have experience with children aged 2 -21 with special needs. I am currently completing my PhD in ABA in the Fenway area.
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Grace was punctual, friendly and very even keeled! She was great with my toddler. My daughter was surprisingly comfortable with Grace and didn't have her usual meltdown when I left :)"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lesley. I am available to babysit on an as-needed basis.
For 5 years, I worked as an assistant teacher for special needs students in an elementary school. I have over 10 years of experience caring for kids of all ages in their homes or in a professional daycare setting.
I'm CPR and First Aid trained with plenty...
Lesley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lesley was one of the very first people outside of family to babysit our infant son. She was so reassuring and incredibly professional. Upon speaking to Lesley I was immediately confident that her expertise left him in great hands. She was extremely punctual,...
Helene J.
Rashidah N.
Stoneham, MA
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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,...
Rashidah can also help with: Respite care, errands, hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She's worth having and happen my grand mom was still alive she'd still be with her as family
You're dearly loved and missed"
Rowley S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families! My name is Ashley. I have worked about every kind of childcare position; from special needs care, to infants, overnight/travel care, house manager, and a friend to the parents. You need it I am on it! I worked as a mother's helper from ages 9-11 years old and then began babysitting at the age of 12. I have extensive...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley babysat our son during the summer of 2020, and you never would have known that we were in the middle of a pandemic --- they were always having so much fun! Ashley's super creative, and she leaned into his interests, so he was always engaged and happy. From...
Blake S.
5.0
(5)
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.
Denia C.
Roxbury, MA
$40-65/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Denia. I am dedicated compassionate care provider with 30 years experience promoting exceptional care to patients comfort. My experience entails: pain/medication management, mobility assistance, meal preparation, cooking, cleaning, offer companionship, and emotional support, toileting, incontinence care,...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Allston, MA
Hannah M.
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 her fun personality and love for...
- Jenna V.
Alicia N.
5.0
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 recommend her as a trusting and caring helper.
- Diana O.
Natasha H.
5.0
Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!
- Care member
Grace E.
5.0
Grace was punctual, friendly and very even keeled! She was great with my toddler. My daughter was surprisingly comfortable with Grace and didn't have her usual meltdown when I left :)
- Care member
Lesley F.
5.0
Lesley was one of the very first people outside of family to babysit our infant son. She was so reassuring and incredibly professional. Upon speaking to Lesley I was immediately confident that her expertise left him in great hands. She was extremely punctual, communicative and had no trouble feeding...
- Helene J.
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