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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Cherry Valley, MA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years
What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Cherry Valley, MA
Holly was reliable, respectful, patient and supportive. At the same time, she was able to maintain boundaries while fostering on-going…
Review for Holly P. by Cherie M.
Holly cared for my son who has special needs...medical, social/emotional, and educational. She was very responsible and reliable. He quickly…
Review for Holly P. by Kathleen C.
Joselin has been caring for my elderly father for a year and a half. She is reliable, caring and trustworthy. She goes above and beyond…
Review for Joselin N. by Care member
Special needs caregivers in Cherry Valley, MA
Holly P.
Cherry Valley, MA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm 50yrs old and living
I have worked with both children and adults with a wide range of disabilities that includes neurological, emotional, developmental, and extensive behavioral issues, in residential, public schools, and private settings for over 20 years.
I am very good at what I do and love making a difference in other...
5.0
"Holly was reliable, respectful, patient and supportive. At the same time, she was able to maintain boundaries while fostering on-going growth and development. She will be an asset to anyone needing supports!"
Cherie M.
5.0
(1)
Hi! Over the years I have worked as a child/adult care provider, specializing in Special Needs. I have provided one on one care for kids, teens, and adults with a wide array of disabilities which include Behavioral Intervention, Management, and Modification. I have excellent references and would prefer to work 1:1. My skills are...
Holly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Holly cared for my son who has special needs...medical, social/emotional, and educational. She was very responsible and reliable. He quickly built trust with her and his skills improved in her care."
Kathleen C.
5.0
(1)
I am work assisting elderly at their houses. also experienced in special need care and pets assistance as well.
Caring and loving person, being able to help in other people's lives makes my own life better.
Joselin can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Joselin has been caring for my elderly father for a year and a half. She is reliable, caring and trustworthy. She goes above and beyond caring for my father and we are lucky to have her. You can tell she truly cares for her patients and I highly recommend Joselin!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
The love of my life is autistic ( there is not a lot more to say) .. autistic it's not easy and challenge me everyday but make me a better human more empathetic with other make me able to care others ( no matters who) with love and patience
5.0
"May 2023:
Joselin was a very responsive provider for our young adult son and jumped right into helping him, accommodating his schedule/meeting him when he requested, once they had met.
She is kind and compassionate and had an understanding of his autism,...
Paula E.
4.2
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I am also a professional chef and a parent. What better combination could you get in a caregiver! Since retiring I have provided child care for several families, including homeschooling a 3rd and 8th...
Frank can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Frank took care of my three children for a week while we were visiting Massachusetts but needed to work from home. Frank was caring, kind, and gentle. He doted on our 18 month old boy, pushing him around on a toy car to the delight of my son. He did fun cooking...
Tenley P.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My experience as a nanny has been just over 10 years. I began watching my first child in my early teens during my summer vacations and continued to watch my neighbor's children, and friends of the family's children. I have also connected with many great family's through Care. com.
I am very comfortable with all age groups of...
Sierra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Sierra has been working with us for a few months now. We really love working with her. She is positive, energetic, and wonderful with our young toddler son. She makes him giggle constantly, and takes great care of him, doing the bedtime routine often. She also...
Jennie G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Samantha. I have been nannying for just over 5 years while putting myself through graduate school. I am 27 years old and have a Masters degree in School Psychology with an Applied Behavior Analysis concentration. I am a full time school psychologist in a public elementary school and I am looking for...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sam is wonderful nanny! She was great with my 2 children (3 and 7). She helped with remote learning and had fun with the kids. The playroom was always clean and she helped out with housework as well. We would have loved to keep her, but she is pursuing graduate...
Stacey F.
Jenny P.
Worcester, MA
$16-21/hr
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My 2 oldest children have Tourette's. I have 2 good friends that are different degrees of autism that I reacted with often before COVID. I I would bring bowling or mini golfing and dance with . The other loved dancing and coloring but has little communication skills.
Kimberly F.
Shrewsbury, MA
$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I am an experienced childcare provider with a strong background in caring for children of all ages. I've worked as a nanny for children ranging from 2 to 6 years old. I also, assisted in an infant/ toddler class in a daycare setting. I hold certifications in CPR, First Aid, and have completed courses in Infant to Toddler...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kim was my saving Grace! She was kind, warm, loving and treated my children like family. She was flexible and helpful in times I needed additional support. Her entire family was accepting and welcoming. My boys were happy to be with her and her family every day and...
Care member
Bendu S.
Worcester, MA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years experience caring for individuals with special needs. This field has brought me to know family. I enjoy working and making long lasting relationship.
5.0
"Bendu has been the most wonderful help for my sister who has special needs! She is great with communication, has lots of experience, and willing to help with any needs my sister has including assisting with bathing and accompanying her to MD appointments. She has...
Joanna B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have a B. A in preschool through 3rd grade.
I was a preschool and special needs teacher for several years. I worked as a Development Specialist for Early Intervention working w children 6 months to 3 years old. I've been in childcare for the past 20 years. I find working with children a fun and rewarding experience. When I...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I can help boost your child's social and academic development and can run facilitated play groups with friends. I have experience with a broad range of special needs and have been told I have a calm and...
5.0
"Frank has worked with my daughter, who has special needs, over the years. She has always enjoyed spending time with him. He is soft spoken, kind, and has a caring heart. As a parent it's great to find someone dependable and I would recommend him to any family that...
Wendy W.
Mary S.
Worcester, MA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
SLP Grad Student That Loves Working With Kids, Accommodating Special Needs, & Early Com. Development
I am currently in graduate school to become a speech language pathologist. I have more than 12 years of experience working with kids with autism, special needs, and/or significant behavioral needs. I am interested in early child development & communication and I specifically want to work with infants and/or toddlers developing...
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Gabriella S.
Charlton, MA
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Looking To Begin A Career As A Full-Time Nanny! Available Monday-Friday
I have 7+ years of childcare experience. I am CPR/AED/first aid/safety care trained. I have experience teaching, nannying, and working with special needs children. I am looking for a full time and potentially long term position.
Gabriella can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
10 years+ experience. ECE certified. Special needs experience. Degree in early childhood. Will do housework,
Nina can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Lauren J.
Worcester, MA
$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
Before I moved to college, I lived in Maine. Now that I'm down here I would love to find new families to assist in caring for their children. For the past 3. 5 years I was a nanny for a family with 5 children. Four of them had special needs. I understand how to handle behavior issues, autistic needs, give medication, and keep...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was previously working as an in-home therapist with special needs individuals before being laid of due to Covid changes in hours. I have recently cared for my neighbors two daughters (2 and 4) for three weeks before Christmas when their daycare was closed due to staff illness. I have previously worked in a daycare and done...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Hi I'm Mia
I've been looking after kids most of my early teen years. I've babysit for family and neighbors before and I'm comfortable with babies, pets, and seniors, I used to be a teachers aid in the special Ed classroom and have some experience with kids whom have special needs. I've graduated highschool and if any of my off...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
My name is Amanda, and I have two amazing daughters 12 and 18. I am BLS and AED certified and I am a licensed certified nursing assistant in Connecticut and Massachusetts. While raising my own two daughters as a single mom, I have also helped with special needs children in different settings as one of my own is special needs....
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Madison B.
Auburn, MA
$39/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi my name is Maddie, I am a 19-year-old college student. I have lots of experience with children. I am the oldest of 8 with ages ranging from 2-15. I have babysat for 3+ years now, I have worked in both a daycare and public schools, I also have experience working with special needs children in a teaching setting as well as...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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