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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Buzzards Bay, MA

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Buzzards Bay, MA

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Giana D.


Plymouth, MA

$15-21/hr3 yrs exp

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My name is Gigi and I am a graduate from Providence College. I have recently decided to go to graduate school to become a high school teacher, and am babysitting while I pursue my degree. I am extremely invested in the growth of children's minds and playing a role in that. I have experience babysitting children with special...
Giana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Isabell B.


Plymouth, MA

$16-21/hr8 yrs exp

1.0

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I am 6 months away from having my masters in occupational therapy where I have learned the skills to take care of any needs. I am sensitive, warm and ready to handle all situations. I love people and have the heart to take care of others.
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Joy M.


Forestdale, MA

$25/hr20 yrs exp

About Me

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as vivacious, warm, and kindhearted. I like working with kids because it fills my cup. I have had a passion for childcare for over 25 years and spending time in the company of tiny humans while investing in their development is deeply fulfilling. I'm looking for a job that will allow me to...
Joy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Compassionate special needs caregiver with experience in providing personalized care, assistance, and support. Skilled in daily living tasks, mobility aid, and emotional support. Patient, reliable, and attentive.

Elena P.


Sagamore, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny,sitter, Special Needs Provider

I have years of experience with child care. Love kids. I have one grown son, many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews that I have care for over the years. In my work history, I have worked in a daycare, was a nanny, completed the Mentor program and fostered a teenager girl in my home. I have also cared for a little...
Elena can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Claire L.


Plymouth, MA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

My cousins (2) have down syndrome and as burgers I have a strong compassion and place in my heart for all children but especially children who need extra assistance. I feel rewarded and happy when the children learn new things and or develop new skills. I enjoy watching the children laugh and helping them make the most of there...

Krystal L.


East Sandwich, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Compassionate Nurse/Caregiver

11 years experience in the health care field including pediatrics and geriatrics. Experience with IV's, trachs, gtubes. CPR and first aid certified.

Catherine M.


Plymouth, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Caring, Experienced Childcare Professional

I've spent the majority of my career working with children in various settings. These settings include the newborn nursery, the special care nursery, and pediatrics at a local hospital. Additional settings include group homes, family's residence, and an elementary school. I love children of all ages and abilities! I love to care...
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Alexa B.


Plymouth, MA

$15-35/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available During Summer

I have my bachelors degree in Nursing! I cared for my two little brothers growing up, one whom is autistic, and I still watch over him. Experience with special needs children. I've watched children of all ages. I love to joke around, play sports, dress up, anything you name it! I also am very experienced with animals, so if you...
Alexa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

Catherine M.


Plymouth, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm a CNA that currently works as a special needs para for grades k-2 and an occasional nanny. I have worked in the health care field for over 20 yrs. I have extensive experience with children 0-18 yrs in various settings. I'm certified in CPR, first aid, med administration, safety care, and Epi pen administration. I have 3...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Geralyn B.


New Bedford, MA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional/Part-Time Babysitter Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have many years (over 30) of childcare/babysitting experience, including extensive special needs experience. I also tutor in several subjects and work as a special needs & senior advocate. I enjoy interacting with children by actively playing, by reading, and by being creative with fun activities, which most parents really...
Geralyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Geralyn has her work cut out for her with my son. He is energetic and at times unfocused. She is always able to gently reel him in, and her tutoring skills (math) are stellar."

Jamie R.

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Lisa G.


East Falmouth, MA

$35/hr5 yrs exp

Atria 1 Year & Vna 2 Years

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Enjoy spending time with seniors, very caring and compassionate, energetic and good natured. Also worked with dementia and elderly residents and special needs for several years reference on request.
Lisa can also help with: Transportation, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, personal care
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Seeing the improvement of your loved one and the professional care that was provided says it all"

Care member

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Morgan M.


East Falmouth, MA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for children since I was 10 years old and I am now 39 years old. I have cared for newborns all the way to teenagers, as well as special needs children and twins. I love kids and as a child that grew up with babysitters, I love to make our time together as fun as possible, while still providing structure and...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Morgan is an amazing sitter only reason we do not still use her services is because we moved out of state. We moved houses in-state at first and she continued sitting for me driving 40 mins to and from my house. She also went above and beyond buying food/snack/toys...

Sarah C.

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Patricia N.


Mashpee, MA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 grown children. The youngest headed to college soon. One of our children had a learning disability from a very early age but doing very well and studying engineering. I've tutored students, grades k-6 and often worked on parents behalf as an Educational Advocate at IEP meetings. I'm Director 1 certified by...
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Carly C.


Mashpee, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Young Military Mom Who Loves Kids/animals And Very Experienced

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there, my name is Carly. I am CPR certified as well as CPI certified, as I work with mentally challenged and disabled adults. I have been in this field since I was 19 and love it! My biggest strengths are: patience, being on time and communication. I am a former military wife and mother of an 14-year-old, who is my biggest...
Carly can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Carly is currently working for me and she is great. Very reliable, responsible and helpful. She is working out great and my two daughters love her."

A C.

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Makayla M.


New Bedford, MA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Makayla, I have worked with children for 4 years now. I love being outside and staying active. I'm dependable, always on time, flexible schedule, and good at multitasking. CPR and first aid certified for infants. I have my own vehicle. Non-smoker. I have experience with special needs. I also have a RBT (registered...
Makayla can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Makayla is great with kids, always on time and very responsible. Every time I leave my kids with Makayla I know they're in good hands. My kids love her and are always excited to hear when she is coming over to babysit. Would definitely recommend hiring her!"

Jake N.

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Carrie-lee T.


Hyannis, MA

$18-38/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Special Needs Nanny Available For Occasional Babysitting

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm a warm, professional caregiver with nearly 30 years of experience working with children of all ages. I specialize in date nights, overnight care for children of all ages and care from birth as a Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula. I'm certified in Infant & Adult First Aid CPR AED and have experience...
Carrie-lee can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Carrie-Lee has been our full-time nanny for the past year, and we are only parting ways because our family is moving over an hour away. She is a caring professional for whom I have immense respect and appreciation. She cares for our children with patience and...

Laura W.

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Verdine H.


Mashpee, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Who Is Gentle, Reliable, And Responsible

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with in both home and hospital settings. I have three years experience as a Rehabilitation Aide at a rehabilitation center dealing with accidents, stroke, brain injured adults and assisting in the process of recovery and independence.
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Geralyn B.


New Bedford, MA

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I had a daughter with numerous congenital diagnoses, including severe special needs & global developmental delays. I'm an advocate for special needs children and seniors, as well as tutor in several subjects. My experience includes working with two brothers for over five years, since infancy. Among their diagnoses were autism,...
5.0
"Geralyn is a gem...soothing, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. I cannot recommend her more! I don't worry about her in my home, helping me, or handling my personal information. Geralyn "babysits" me with my "special needs" while I wait for major surgery and then...

Pamela M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Buzzards Bay, MA

Geralyn B.

5.0

Geralyn is a sweet, reliable, responsible woman who brings a natural warmth and commitment to her work with the kids. She takes time to get to know the children, our routine, and what is expected of her and is very trust-worthy. Especially with our special needs child, Geralyn is very in-tune, and...

- Pamela W.

Lisa G.

5.0

Lisa has been a great caregiver for my mom. She helps out wherever needed and has such positive outlook. My mom enjoys here company greatly. I feel very fortunate that she is taking care of my mom when we can’t be there. I highly recommend her!

- Care member

Morgan M.

5.0

Morgan is an amazing sitter only reason we do not still use her services is because we moved out of state. We moved houses in-state at first and she continued sitting for me driving 40 mins to and from my house. She also went above and beyond buying food/snack/toys for my kids and not asking for...

- Sarah C.

Carly C.

5.0

Carly is currently working for me and she is great. Very reliable, responsible and helpful. She is working out great and my two daughters love her.

- A C.

Makayla M.

5.0

Makayla is great with kids, always on time and very responsible. Every time I leave my kids with Makayla I know they're in good hands. My kids love her and are always excited to hear when she is coming over to babysit. Would definitely recommend hiring her!

- Jake N.

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