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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Andover, MA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Andover, MA

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Jean G.


Andover, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Here To Support You And Your Family

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I always established a positive relationship with child and parents. I have the ability to deal with difficult situations with consideration and I demonstrated ability to interact successfully with students with special needs including ASD. I have over 20 years of experience working as a Special Needs Aide in schools and...
5.0
"We only worked with Jean for a short time but when we did she was punctual, thoughtful, professional and my three year old son had a lot of fun playing with her. We will definitely think of her in the future if we need help."

Katelyn S.

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Nydia D.


Andover, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

I am an attentive, responsible, trustworthy, loving, caring certified caregiver and a mother. I have my CPR and first aid certificates. I am also a Home Health Aide, CNA, and PCA. I have been doing this type of care for 17 years there for I am well-experienced and trained in child care. Working with kids of all ages is my...
Nydia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nydia is very caring and loving. She has excellent organizational skills and helped us transition from a home layout of baby to toddler as my son grew up. She always on time and considerate of our time and sons needs. I highly recommend her as a very professional...

Kathy R.

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Karina C.


Andover, MA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a Bachelor's in Psychology from St. John's University. I have worked with children of special needs both at the research and interpersonal level. I specifically have experience with FASD, ADHD, PPD, Autism, Down syndrome, speech delays, processing disorders and epilepsy. I am now attending a Post-Bac program at Georgetown...
Hello! When my son was born 23 years ago I was put into the world of special needs. I thoroughly enjoy caring for special needs children and adults. I feel it is my calling. I spent the last 23 years caring for my son and working with my husband at home. My son is in a adult day program now and I would love to work part time in...
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Deana B.


Andover, MA

$23-45/hr6 yrs exp

Lifelong public school educator specializes in literacy and speech, certified teacher of English as a second language k-12 and specials needs.
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Christabel B.


Andover, MA

$35/hr5 yrs exp

Tutor & Caretaker

Hi there, my name is Christabel and I'm a patient and creative 32-year-old! My favorite age groups to work with are middle and high schoolers but I have experience with all ages and love working in elderly care and special needs care as well. I'm open to part time positions, with a preference for regular commitments. I have...
Christabel can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Michele R.


Andover, MA

$28-32/hr10 yrs exp

PROFESSIONAL,CAREER F/T-P/T NANNY AVAILABLE TO START APRIL 1st!!

PROFESSIONAL CAREER NANNY AVAILABLE SOON! Hi, My name is Michele from Andover. ISO my next long term family. I am dedicated, hard working, compassionate, nurturing, attentive, kind, honest, caring, loving, reliable, responsible, outgoing, patient, silly but stern, engaging, patient, punctual, detail oriented, trustworthy,...
Michele can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Raina P.


Andover, MA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

Hello! My name is Raina and I am interested in becoming a full time nanny (or for as long as I'm needed)! So a little about myself, I have been working with children for about 5+ years. I started off as a daycare teacher for about 3 years and eventually began nannying/ babysitting frequently! I I am CPR and First Aid certified....
Raina can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Kate D.


Andover, MA

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Care Giver Available

I was a nanny for over 7 years for 2 wonderful families. I stopped working about 10 years ago to have my 3 beautiful kids, a 10-year-old girl and 8-year-old boy/girl twins. I am currently a certified lifeguard, trained in CPR, AED, Life guarding, Oxygen Administration and First Aid. I am a certified trainer for an amazing...
Kate can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ashlee F.


Methuen, MA

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Non Smoker, 7+ YEARS EXPERIENCE

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My Names Ashlee I have 10+ years of childcare/house manager experience with children ranging from ages newborn to late teens, including twins, triplets and working with children who have behavioral issues/special needs. I am also a mom to a 4-year-old boy! I have worked for many families and agencies in the Boston. I am...
Ashlee can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ashlee is terrific! She really tried to connect with the kids and treats them with respect."

Kelly F.

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Emilyjames L.


Haverhill, MA

$23-32/hr6 yrs exp

Silly Goose Enthusiast

Hi, my name is EmJ! I have worked in healthcare for over 6 years I have experience in children, adult and senior care. I have worked in hospital short term care to end of life care for all ages. in my spare time I rescue and rehabilitate exotic animals. My most current job is New England Pediatric Care as a CNA, Recreational...
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Maura P.


Methuen, MA

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

Maura's Mission

Hello there! I have been caring for children for over 35 years, special needs for 25 and was an ABA technician in the public school sector working with children with ASD for 18. The last 2 yrs I have been counseling in middle school for children with anxiety, depression, and other mental health, concerns. I raised 3 wonderful...
5.0
"Maura has been working with special needs children as an ABA for over 20 years in the public school system. She would be an asset to any family, she is dedicated, caring, trustworthy and hard working. Maura is committed to making each child reach their highest...

Maddy G.

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Mary G.


Methuen, MA

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Child Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a 46 female living in the methuen area and I am a mother of two adult children and a grandmother of 1! I have been laid off recently and not looking to work back in the corporate world so I m looking for a change and to stay local. We have a dog so pets are not an issue. I have experience providing day care to...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Mary is wonderful with our kids! She does after school pick ups along with taking them to activities. She thoughtful and energetic, just what kids need."

Sreya S.

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Kaitlin S.


Tewksbury, MA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

A little bit about myself. I'm 27 years old. 10+ years experience. Background working in Public Education Pre-K through 5th grade, special education (para/aid), after school programing, summer camps, nursery programing, and private care. Associates Degree and ECE Certificate I have training in CPR and First Aid, Concussion...
Kaitlin can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Kaitlin was great at taking care of and entertaining (as well as being entertained by) our 16 month old daughter! Very quick to bond with our child and they had a lovely time together. Would definitely book her again!"

Coco M.

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Vanesa D.


Methuen, MA

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

Field staff/direct care for 2 years, Enjoyed babysitting kids, experience with autism. I love helping others and enjoy seeing someone relax.
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Mary G.


Methuen, MA

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional Or PCA

For the past two years I have been working in the human services field caring for people with intellectual and physical disabilities. I have experience with mobility issues, personal hygiene care, feeding, autism diagnosis, and providing transportation for wheel chair bound individuals.
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Sophie J.


Wilmington, MA

$35-37/hr5 yrs exp

I have experience as an ABA therapist and have been working with children who have autism as well as ADHD.
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Sierra N.


North Billerica, MA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Sierra! I am a special education teacher whom has a masters degree in early childhood and am also working on my severe disabilities degree! I currently work as a severe special needs teacher for a school that focuses primarily on kids with Autism. I absolutely love teaching and can't picture myself working in any other...
Sierra can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Sierra was a blessing for our family. She worked for us over the summer of 2017 for about two months, and was very professional and dependable. She was very punctual, and arrived to work early every single day. Wow! Sierra is a very good communicator -...

Henry E.

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Rick P.


Wilmington, MA

$25/hr8 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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Andover, MA

Jean G.

5.0

A true angel. I wish I could keep her forever

- Sheida F.

Nydia D.

5.0

Always on time. Great with kids! Very kind, pleasant knowledge and definitely someone I would hire again.

- Norrine K.

Ashlee F.

5.0

Ashlee is terrific! She really tried to connect with the kids and treats them with respect.

- Kelly F.

Maura P.

5.0

Maura has been working with special needs children as an ABA for over 20 years in the public school system. She would be an asset to any family, she is dedicated, caring, trustworthy and hard working. Maura is committed to making each child reach their highest potential, and works closely with...

- Maddy G.

Mary G.

5.0

Mary is wonderful with our kids! She does after school pick ups along with taking them to activities. She thoughtful and energetic, just what kids need.

- Sreya S.

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Ratings for Andover, MA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Andover, MA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.