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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Amherst, MA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Amherst, MA

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Maya F.


Amherst, MA

$15-23/hr • 4 yrs exp

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Hello, My name is Maya. I am a 21-year-old junior I am majoring in public health with a pre-med track in hope of becoming a pediatrician practitioner one day. I have always loved kids. I have about 4 years of experience working with kids of all ages. I have worked as an assistant educator at preschools, Babysat kids with CP,...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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"Maya is a great caregiver! She is flexible and dependable. You can count on her for childcare, pet care, and helping people with disabilities. Highly recommend."

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Sabrina D.


Amherst, MA

$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I am a Licensed Nurse's Aide and Home Health Aide looking to help care for you or your loved one in the familiar comfort of home. I have worked as a special needs care provider for over 20 years and became a Certified Nurse Assistant and Home Health Aid in both Massachusetts and Vermont in 2016. I have worked with the elderly...
Sabrina can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, respite care, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Sabrina is an extraordinarily capable and compassionate caregiver who provided service to my wife, diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, for approximately 40 hours per week and over the course of almost two years. Sabrina's care for my wife ended when my wife...

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Cynthia M.


Amherst, MA

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Providing loving and cautious care to individuals unable to care for themselves, is one of my passions. I am able to help with bathing, dressing, meal prep, feeding, helping to get ambulatory, companionship, meds, insulin injections, assisting with mobility, lifting, etc. I would love to meet with you to determine whether or...
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Rachel L.


Amherst, MA

$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have worked and volunteered with children of all ages (up to 17) with varying degrees of abilities. I would love to lend a family in need of extra help whenever I can!
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Ridan D.


Amherst, MA

$31-45/hr • 7 yrs exp

I have lived in the USA for five years, immigrated from Brazil, now an American citizen. Coming from the field of journalism and facing a new reality here in this country, I discovered my passion in helping people. I decided to dedicate myself more to this field and I am currently studying a degree in Psycho-Pedagogy. My study...
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Samantha B.


Amherst, MA

$22-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Sam 25 Years Old Caring Empath Here To Help

I have been involved in special education since I was in middle school. Working with people with disabilities is my one true passion. Life isn't as full without it. I have an extensive background of working with kids as well.
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Gwen J.


Amherst, MA

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced In Camp ANCHOR Experienced Babysitter

Graduating nursing school this upcoming May. Only thing on my schedule is studying for the NCLEX- so I am very flexible!
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Alyssa B.


Amherst, MA

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Private Childcare Provider

With 7+ years of experience with children and young adults of all abilities, I work hard to create a fun and engaging environment to enhance developmental growth. I have experience with CP, ASD, ADHD, and have experience with applied behavioral analysis and other forms of behavioral management.
Im a very supportive person and understand what's it's like to struggle with mental illness along with adhd that help to be put in someone with similar issues. With addition I have cared for people with different abilities such as blindness, anxiety, depression and being bedridden.
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Anna F.


Amherst, MA

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have the most experience working with kids and teens on the autism spectrum. I worked with two autistic boys in a preschool classroom setting when I was an assistant teacher, and I have taught musical theater in an after school program to kids with special needs. I also regularly babysit a girl with ADHD and food allergies. As...
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Jeanne S.


Amherst, MA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have always had an open mind and heart to those with special needs of any sort. I have family that is special needs, and my best friend of 11 years has been diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, Paranoid Schizophrenia, and is Manic Depressive. I do not hold anything against anyone and would like to pride myself in my patience...
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Maya F.


Amherst, MA

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Partime Care-giver

Hello, My name is Maya . I am a 20-year-old sophomore at Umass Amherst. I have always loved kids, especially kids with medical issues and special needs. I am currently a Biology major on a pre-med track hoping to one day be a pediatrician. I have experience with care giving to kids with cerebral palsy and other special needs.
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Isabelle H.


Amherst, MA

$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Kind, Caring, Energetic Caregiver

Hi my name is Isabelle and I am a rising sophomore at UMass Amherst studying Public Health with minors in sociology and Environmental Science. I was a co-founder of the Best Buddies chapter at Mansfield High School and a member of the Boltwood Project at my college. I am really passionate about disabilities awareness and...
I am happy to help care and show love and kindness to people living with disabilities. I am a compassionate and empathetic person who is willing to learn routines and help make a difference in individual and family's lives.
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Georgia H.


Amherst, MA

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

I have been working with kids for about six years now. I have worked with all ages, children with special needs, and learning disabilities. I'm also currently employed at Northampton Athletic Club as a childcare provider which has given me experience working with larger groups of children at a time.
Georgia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
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Gwen J.


Amherst, MA

$15-19/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs children for three years now. I have worked with many families for babysitting children from newborns to 13 years of age. I have my own car and am totally flexible with times!
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Jenna R.


Amherst, MA

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun And Passionate Sitter

Hi! My name is Jenna and I am a senior psychology major at UMass Amherst. I was lucky enough to find my passion for working with kids at 13 years old, and have jumped at every opportunity to both teach and learn from kiddos ever since. I have been a camp counselor with 3-10-year-olds for five years, a swim instructor to...
Jenna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Laura K.


Amherst, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

I am a trained ABA therapist, special needs paraprofessional, and former family daycare provider, as well as an experienced mother of three teenage boys. Non-smoker. Comfortable with pets. Able to cook, clean, run errands. CPR and First Aid certified. Senior care experience as primary caregiver to elderly mother in law, as well...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alexis R.


Amherst, MA

$20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Babysitting/Nanny Role

Hi, my name is Alexis! I am a current student at Umass Amherst. I am currently looking for a babysitting/nanny job for the upcoming summer. I have had past experience working as a swim instructor at Aqua-Tots Swim School for over 2 years. I have experience with children age ranges from 4 months-13 years old, including children...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Hello! I am a registered nurse of 12 years with adult experience ranging from orthopedics to neurology to pulmonary and more. Here in Amherst I live with my girlfriend, 2 cats, 1 full time dog and 1 part time dog plus 5 goats. My dream job has always been to work in the NICU but for different reasons I have not pursued that yet....

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