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Find special needs caregivers in Boston, MA that you’ll love
90 special needs caregivers are listed in Boston, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Boston, MA
Tanisha M.
Boston, MA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
10+yrs experience in health care experience holy lift feeding cooking cleaning lifting overnights catheter bathing dressing etc
Erin M.
Boston, MA
$15-17/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a patient, energetic and playful nanny! I have 6 years of experience with kids from 3 months to 10 years old. I have training in first aid, CPR, and working with children with special needs. I am a very patient person with many different techniques to cater towards the needs of different children. I strive to create a fun...
Bella can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bella is highly patient with children and has an extremely creative way of engaging kids."
Annmarie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Clare. I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember over the last 10 years, and have extensive experience with kids of any and all ages. I have nannied for multiple families with infants/children below 12 months, assisted with transport of kids for after-school activities, and worked with many special...
Clare can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Clare babysat for us while we vacationed in NYC.
She was a pleasure and we would be happy to use her anytime we come to town"
Cassidy D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I study Sociology at College in Boston. Over the past six months, I've had the joy of working at St. Mary of the Assumption School as Extended Day Program Staff, where I connect with wonderful children aged 3-5 through play, leading fun activities like drawing and coloring. This position perfectly blends my love for child...
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophia is nothing short of amazing. She’s been welcomed into our family by my two young boys, ages 1 and 2 years old. She’s very patient with our toddler who is learning how to push boundaries. He asks when she’s coming back on days she is off duty. She is very...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi i'm Zoe! A super energetic nanny/babysitter ready to bring some fun into your home! My babysitting career all started when I was just 8 years old! (crazy right). I was a helper at my local daycare and learned how to take care of kids from the ages 0 and up. I have been in all kinds of baby sitting positions; nanny, mother's...
Zoe can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Zoe took care of our son during our three month stay in Boston, as we both had to work. He was 9-12 months old at the time, and we are very lucky to have had her as a support during that time. She is a warm, loving, kind and also very funny person and she was...
Renate S.
Emonie P.
Boston, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm Emonie. A North Carolina native who recently moved to Massachusetts. I have over 10 years of childcare experience ranging from infants to school-aged, including special needs. I've worked in daycare and school settings and have also spent many years babysitting and nannying for a lot of of families I had to leave...
Emonie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Miss Emonie is the best nanny! She worked with my family for over a year with my 2 daughters. One was only 6 months and the other 7 yrs old. I could trust her for an evening all the way to a week long international work trip. She handled overnights, meals, school...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Rita, I am an energetic and loving Nanny. My passion is caring for children of all ages, and I love taking care of newborns. I have many years of experience. I have worked with newborns, toddlers, multiples, infant twins and premature infant triplets with special needs. I am infant/toddler certified and First Aid/CPR...
Rita can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"To whom it may concern.
Rita A. was employed by us for 12 months, helping take care of our triplet infants. We are very sad to lose Rita because we moved. Rita was a godsend during the most stressful year of our lives. Rita is a gentle person who was focused...
Anne N.
Hi I am Abby! I am a second year nursing major living in Boston. I worked as a Primary Care Assistant in Falmouth, MA for an 11-year-old boy with Costello syndrome. I have 1 year of experience, but unfortunately was not certified as a PCA because of Covid. I am First Aid/CPR/AED certified. I can help with...
I have been working with children and adults with and without disabilities for over 15 years. I am currently a teacher for teenagers with severe Autism. I love working with this population of people. Their minds are so intriguing.
In the past I have worked as a camp counselor for kids with disabilities and as a PCA for people...
Hello!
My name is Lucy . I'm 25 years old and recently moved to Boston. I am from Metro Detroit and graduated from Penn State University where I received degrees in Biology and Health Policy.
I have over 10 years of experience working in childcare and home-health assistance. I have provided care to individuals requiring...
I have 2 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. I have worked with a range of ages from 3 years old to 22 years old. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support and Behavior - Applied Behavior Analysis, Academics, Executive Functioning, and/or Daily Living Skills. I have a passion for helping...
Julia H.
Boston, MA
$16-21/hr
I am very caring and loving and will do anything to make you feel comfortable like I would treat family :) I have experience with children with autism primarily but am open to all new experiences and am a very quick learner. I look forward to hearing from you!
Allison C.
Boston, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Occupational Therapy Student Available For Childcare Or PCA Position!
Hello! My name is Allie and I am currently in my final year of a 3 year doctorate of occupational therapy program. I have worked with typically developing children, children with special needs, and individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities for the last 7 years. I am truly passionate about helping anyone and everyone...
Meggie R.
Boston, MA
$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
My best friend's brother has severe Down's syndrome and my two youngest siblings both have special needs. My brother who is 12 years old has a minimal level of Asperger's and my youngest sister has pica and severe attachment disorder.
I am available to care for your special needs loved ones.
Alexina H.
Boston, MA
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have worked as a behavioral therapist and also as a personal care assistant, so I am comfortable working with people with a variety of needs. I have taken many college courses on special needs, human development, communication disorders, AAC, and more. I am committed to grad school for Speech Pathology and plan to work with...
Amanda L.
Boston, MA
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am an outgoing and active occupational therapy graduate student at Boston University. I have worked at a sleep away camp for teens and adults with disabilities (cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism, etc.) every summer since I was 17 years old. I worked this past summer at a camp for 3rd-6th graders with autism and down...
Madeline B.
Boston, MA
$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Maddie. I am a certified Behavioral Technician (BT) and am trained to work with children with special needs and do this part time. Otherwise, I have a ton of experience with kids. I have been a nanny, babysat, and watched kids over night. I am a playful, active, and attentive babysitter. I am CPR and first aid...
Vanessa S.
Boston, MA
$27-32/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a kind, caring, and compassionate person with a genuine vocation for taking care of people who need special attention. I am fluent in Portuguese, and while my English is not fluent, I can communicate and understand many things. My experience is focused on welcoming and supporting individuals with ailments of the soul,...
Babysitting
Hi! My name is Tara and I am a preschool occupational therapist looking for an occasional babysitting gig in the Fort Greene/Clinton Hill general area. I have 12+ years of experience working with children with different abilities aged 1-13 years old in school, after-school, and home settings. I am looking to provide...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Boston, MA
Erin M.
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 spend time with our daughter. She truly...
- Sue M.
Bella S.
5.0
Bella babysat our two year old. She was great. It the first time our two year old interacted with her and everything was super smooth.
- Jason T.
Clare O.
5.0
Clare babysat for us while we vacationed in NYC.
She was a pleasure and we would be happy to use her anytime we come to town
- Cassidy D.
Sophia V.
5.0
Sophia was so kind and jumped into playing and reading with our daughter right away! She had fun during her time with Sophia and I would definitely hire her again!
- Marissa V.
Zoe S.
5.0
Zoe took care of our son during our three month stay in Boston, as we both had to work. He was 9-12 months old at the time, and we are very lucky to have had her as a support during that time. She is a warm, loving, kind and also very funny person and she was always great to our baby during...
- Renate S.
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Ratings for Boston, MA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Boston, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 90 listed special needs caregivers.