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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Canton, MA

The average posted rate is $26/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Canton, MA

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Lisa W.


Braintree, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced South Shore Nanny And Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced nanny and caregiver of over 20 years. I am college educated and have experience and enjoy caring for children from infants to teens as well as elders, and those with special needs. I am nurturing, kind, and loving with a sparkly sense of humor. I am looking for a part or full-time position and I am available...
Lisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lisa was a wonderful full-time nanny/ house manager. Unfortunately we are moving and we cannot take her with us. She has been with us for almost 2 years. 100% reliable, accountable, trustworthy, & kids love her. She took care of the kids after school, took them to...

Cindy M.

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Ashley B.


Mattapan, MA

$24-31/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Ashley. I have worked about every kind of childcare position; from special needs care, to infants, overnight/travel care, house manager, and a friend to the parents. You need it I am on it! I worked as a mother's helper from ages 9-11 years old and then began babysitting at the age of 12. I have extensive...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Ashley babysat our son during the summer of 2020, and you never would have known that we were in the middle of a pandemic --- they were always having so much fun! Ashley's super creative, and she leaned into his interests, so he was always engaged and happy. From...

Blake S.

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Amanda C.


South Weymouth, MA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Amanda, MS, OTR/L

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name's Amanda. I'm 26 years old and I have a masters degree in occupational therapy from the University of New England and a bachelors degree in physical education from Bridgewater State University. I've worked with children, and children with special needs, for the past several years. My past nannying roles include a...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Amanda assisted my son (2nd grade) with distance learning and home learning. She was very patient, kind, and professional, and she was very good with my son, who can be difficult at times, particularly when it comes to school. Her education/professional background...

Amy D.

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Dawn D.


Brockton, MA

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Compassionate Soul Available For Caregiving

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 45 yrs old, 27 yrs exp as a CNA and CHHA. I have hospice experience as well. I have 2 grown children as well as 2 teenage children whom are fully independent. Also certified senior fitness instructor. I have had a passion for caregiving all my life and enjoy homemaking. With my kids pretty much all grown I have a great deal...
5.0
"Dawn was our part time nanny for several months. She is a kind, responsible and genuinely caring person. We were to happy to have our 1 year old spend time with her. Dawn didn't just watch my daughter, but interacted with her, made sure to teach her and came up...

Maria S.

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Brianna H.


Quincy, MA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Brianna, I'm 26 years old, and I love what I do! I have now been a full time nanny for 8 years! I love outdoor activities, baking, music, singing, dancing, reading and arts and crafts. I have experience with, and love working with kids of all ages and have experience with kids who have special needs. I love all...
Brianna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Brianna has been with our family for almost a year and I can't say enough good about her. She's always on time, stays late with a smile when my day got out of hand, loves my daughter like her own little sister. Brianna was constantly in touch with me throughout the...

Jenae D.

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Anna Z.


Dorchester Center, MA

$17-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! As a sitter, your child's safety and joy are my top priorities. I want to develop relationships with your kids. I want to see them laugh, smile and have fun. It would be such a privilege to be able to share these moments with your children. I have experience babysitting step siblings and family friends, being a live-in...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Anna is great with children! She is kind, patient and fun. Always prompt and dependable. She is wonderful!"

Jessie L.

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Jacirah F.


Dorchester, MA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver/Tutor Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always had a passion for working with children, I have over 6 years experience in childcare including working in daycare centers, teaching preschool, and being a full time nanny. I worked as an assistant teacher for over 3 years, earning my CPR and First Aid certifications through them. Working as a floater in daycares made...
Jacirah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jacirah is very nice and friendly. My child was immediately comfortable with her and I felt at ease, I would definitely be using her as a consistent babysitter going forward."

Nicole C.

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Marlene G.


Roslindale, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Attentive and responsible 35-year-old part time babysitter with over 12 years of paid experience. Prioritizes reading and educational activities such as arts and crafts. Enjoys cooking and outdoor activities. Fluent in Spanish and English. Keeps busy during nap times with some light house keeping. Adult, child and infant CPR...
Marlene can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Although we have only been working with her a short time, Marlene has been great so far. She's very warm and patient with our two children aged 3.5 yrs and 18 mos. She's communicative, punctual, and easy to work with. We'd have no problem recommending her."

Ryan H.

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Andreia R.


Stoughton, MA

$30-44/hr10 yrs exp

Hi I live in Stoughton I'm CNA and experience in special needs Own car No smoke
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Amanda C.


South Weymouth, MA

$15-30/hr

Amanda C. OTR/L

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name's Amanda. I'm 25 years old and have a masters degree in occupational therapy from the University of New England. I've worked with children, and children with special needs, for the past several years. My most recent nannying was for a sweet 2-year-old girl while I was in graduate school. Before that I completed a...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Ben and I am experienced working with teens and young adults with special needs at Perkins School for the Blind
Benjamin can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Ashley G.


Dedham, MA

$23-30/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Outgoing Sitter

Responsible and fun babysitter with years of experience with kids of all ages. I also work with special needs children during the day. I attended UNH and have a degree in psychology.
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Siobhan F.


Medfield, MA

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have over a decade of experience and comfort caring for children of all ages. As a licensed foster parent through DCF, I am also regularly background checked and receive trainings on healthy communication, trauma informed practices, and child development. I am comfortable caring for sibling sets and special needs children,...
Siobhan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Susan B.


West Roxbury, MA

$28-45/hr19 yrs exp

I am a full time teacher looking for summer work with special needs child/adult. I am a Special Education Teacher licensed in Severe Disabilities, all levels.
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Tonya R.


Dorchester, MA

$28-38/hr3 yrs exp

Just A Little About Me

I am an experienced care provider for children. I am a mother myself of kids ages 6 to 18. I also have a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education. I also have experience in working with special needs children as well. I am dependable and understanding to the busy schedules of parents.
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Robin E.


Brockton, MA

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Childcare Pro! Know CPR, Worked W/special Needs Children, Some Childcare Classes, ETC! 9 Of My Own!

I like working with kids because I always loved them and love getting to know their personalities. I have 9 kids and plan on opening a daycare. I'm looking for a job that is steady. I started working with kids very young. Started babysitting at 17 years old with a set of twin boys before that I babysat family. I know am a...
Robin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

I have seven years of experience working with children. From interning at my dance studio all throughout high school, to babysitting and working with children who have special needs.
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

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Katie M.


Walpole, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I teach 7th grade Math during the school year and I am looking for a full-time nannying position for the summer. Some of my experience includes working at a summer camp, coaching high school soccer and track and field for many years, babysitting, tutoring elementary and middle school students, and teaching students with...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Castalia E.


Brockton, MA

$32-35/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have been here for 15 years. I have experience working with children in daycares. I also have experience working with children with special needs.
Castalia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Gabriela L.


Needham, MA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

College Student Seek Summer Position

I'd describe my personality as kind, artistic, funny I like working with kids because I enjoy being silly with them and their energy levels. I started working with kids when 2017 In my spare time, I like to art, sports, play with my dogs, and baking. One thing you should know about me is I just finished my freshman year at...
Gabriela can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Canton, MA

Lisa W.

5.0

Lisa was always very prompt and very easy to get along with (during COVID, my husband and I were typically in the house with Lisa). In addition to being extremely reliable and trustworthy, she was so caring and loving to our son (2 years old).

- Christiane T.

Ashley B.

5.0

Ashley babysat our son during the summer of 2020, and you never would have known that we were in the middle of a pandemic --- they were always having so much fun! Ashley's super creative, and she leaned into his interests, so he was always engaged and happy. From designing super hero masks to...

- Blake S.

Amanda C.

5.0

Amanda is the best! We adored her and our daughter did too. She was creative, dependable, loving, and patient. She took amazing care of our 2 year old and helped with housework. She is such a gem, I am just so sad she moved away from Maine. HIRE HER!

- Tanne G.

Dawn D.

5.0

Dawn was our part time nanny for several months. She is a kind, responsible and genuinely caring person. We were to happy to have our 1 year old spend time with her. Dawn didn't just watch my daughter, but interacted with her, made sure to teach her and came up with fun age-appropriate...

- Maria S.

Brianna H.

5.0

Brianna has been with our family for almost a year and I can't say enough good about her. She's always on time, stays late with a smile when my day got out of hand, loves my daughter like her own little sister. Brianna was constantly in touch with me throughout the day with photos, text updates,...

- Jenae D.

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