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Find special needs caregivers in Burlington, MA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Burlington, MA

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Burlington, MA

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Sophie Q.


Burlington, MA

$20-25/hr

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I was apart of the Best Buddies club at Burlington High School and I have volunteered at the LABBB special olympics in Lexington. I am also a special education and psychology major at UMass Amherst.
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Samuelle S.


Burlington, MA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

2.5

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Samuelle, I'm a Nurses Aid and Home Health Aide Certified I live in Billerica MA. I have been working with special needs individuals for the past 8 years. I also used to share my house with developmental disabilities individuals they call it shared living, I am CPR and First Aid trained.
4.0
"We hired Samuelle to help with overnight care for my son, mostly turning/repositioning, and then getting him up in the morning, showered, and dressed for the day. Samuelle was caring and sweet and we highly recommend her."

Ima J.

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Gina V.


Burlington, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Available Wednesdays Only.

I am currently working four full days a week. I'm available on occasional Wednesdays only. I have over 30 years of experience working with children.
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Phiona J.


Burlington, MA

$24-28/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Phiona and I am an first aid trained and experienced home health aide, I have worked in both hospitals and private/home settings caring for clients loved ones with special needs for 5 years now. I have extensive special needs experience in feeding, bathing, dressing, mobility assistance, meal prep and...
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Cheyenne C.


Burlington, MA

$25-28/hr3 yrs exp

Information On My Childcare Experience.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm an World Language major in college and a diet technician in the Army reserves. Which has taught me how to cater to special diets while following proper food safety. My training has given me good first aid skills. My approach to childcare includes outdoor activities, board games, educational games, along with crafts that...
Cheyenne can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Jamie B.


Burlington, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Ohana Means Family, Let Me Treat Your Family Member Like One Of My Own.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I come from a very large family I've been taking care of people my whole life. I nannied through out college taking care of up to 4 children at once. I love children but now I am taking care of seniors and love it! I woke part time at a rehab/ long term assisted living facility and enjoy every moment of it. I have experience...
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Sheri G.


Burlington, MA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant

I am a certified CNA with 2 decades of experience. I also have my early childhood education certificate. I have experience with special needs children, bilingual children, all ages and different backgrounds. I am CPR certified as well as first aid. I have my own transportation. I am looking for the right family within 10 miles...
Sheri can also help with: Personal care, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Jenna H.


North Reading, MA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Always Putting A Smile On Your Face

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Jenna! I am a dedicated childcare professional with a passion for nurturing children and supporting families. My journey began as a teenager when I worked as a full-time summer teacher in a daycare infant room, caring for babies as young as 13 weeks old. At 19 I became a paraprofessional with special needs...
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Jenna has been caring for our son, now 18 months old, for about 9 months now. She quickly became a part of our family and a reliable, caring, and steady presence for our son. Her care is patient and intentional, and her past variety of experiences shines thru her...

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Rachel Y.


Medford, MA

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a freshman in college, I have been babysitting for about 5 years now in cities in the Boston area, such as Medford, Winchester, Woburn, and Arlington. I have babysat children ranging from infants to middle-schoolers, and everything in between. I am very friendly and bond extremely well with young children. I have babysat...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sophie J.


Wilmington, MA

$40-45/hr5 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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Shannon G.


Malden, MA

$45-50/hr4 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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Nicole C.


Somerville, MA

$18-30/hr7 yrs exp

Reliable

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with twins, add/adhd, and special needs. I have experience also with children 5 months old and up. Also available short notice!
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Nicole to watch my elderly mom with dementia and she was nothing short of amazing! She was always a few minutes early and had the patients of a saint. I would highly recommend her for any babysitting needs you may have. The woman has patience’s of a saint...

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Samantha C.


Tewksbury, MA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher (PreK-8)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dual Masters Degree - Lesley University Moderate Disabilities (Pre-K) & Elementary Ed. (1-6) 5+ Years Experience Experience working with students with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Etc. Experience with Preschool Ages Students as well as 2nd - 5th Grade.
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Tori S.


Billerica, MA

$18-35/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Tori I have about 4 years of experience and am CPR certified. I believe a babysitter plays a really important role in a child's life which is why I try to be fun but also aid them in learning and life skills. I have experience with watching kids one on one, multiple siblings and also have experience with special...
Tori can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Tori did a great job watching my two daughters, 5 & 8. I will hire her again."

Kevin O.

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Jessica M.


Waltham, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I graduated with a BA in Special Education from Boston University, and hold a masters degree from UMass Boston and a teaching license in Moderate Disabilities, grades 5-12. I work at Perkins School for the Blind as a teacher for deafblind students. I have 10 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities...
5.0
"Jessica is a remarkable care giver. Experienced, highly skilled, patient centered, and a strong communicator."

Chris R.

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Roberta S.


Woburn, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving, Caring Nanny Available Full-Time & Part-Time

I work in a public school as a lunch monitor. I am unavailable 11-3 until June24th. after that I am available anytime. I am a mom. My husband works from home. it makes it easier to work. I have a clean CORI. I'm energetic, able to multi-task with ease. I have twin and special needs experience, able to care for several children....
Roberta can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Roberta has been an amazing help to us with transportation for our son's swim practice. She has always been on time and is flexible when we need her. We would highly recommend her and our son loves talking to her about Disney and sports!"

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Athena Z.


Watertown, MA

$15-25/hr

Student Clinician In Graduate School For Speech Language Pathology

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a graduate student in Boston studying to become a licensed speech language pathologist. My interests include working with children and students with a variety of delays/disorders such as Autism, Down Syndrome, and other developmental, cognitive and/or intellectual disabilities.
5.0
"Works well with special needs children, has good teaching skills. I am planning on using her as often as I can."

Peter G.

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Natasha H.


Medford, MA

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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

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Rafael V.


Melrose, MA

$35-40/hr4 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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Burlington, MA

Samuelle S.

4.0

We hired Samuelle to help with overnight care for my son, mostly turning/repositioning, and then getting him up in the morning, showered, and dressed for the day. Samuelle was caring and sweet and we highly recommend her.

- Ima J.

Jenna H.

5.0

Jenna perpetually exhibited outstanding care of my son always going above and beyond. She has a wealth of knowledge in her field of expertise and I witnessed her abilities on several occasions. Jenna is truly an asset to any family that welcomes her in. Highly recommend her!!!

- Care member

Nicole C.

5.0

We hired Nicole to watch my elderly mom with dementia and she was nothing short of amazing! She was always a few minutes early and had the patients of a saint. I would highly recommend her for any babysitting needs you may have. The woman has patience’s of a saint and goes above and beyond to make...

- Care member

Tori S.

5.0

Tori did a great job watching my two daughters, 5 & 8. I will hire her again.

- Kevin O.

Jessica M.

5.0

Jessica is a remarkable care giver. Experienced, highly skilled, patient centered, and a strong communicator.

- Chris R.

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