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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Chicopee, MA

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Chicopee, MA

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Kristina S.


Chicopee, MA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistance Available Part-Time/ Experience With Special Needs

4.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 2 who is really trying to make a living and survive in this crazy world we live in. I have 7 years of experience being a PCA tending to kids with Down Syndrome. My duties were attending Appts. with child and parent, bathing/ clothing/ preparing food/ hygiene practice/ and light housekeeping if needed.
4.0
"Kristina is very dependable she has been great with the care and needs of my 16 year old son with Down Syndrome I still use her when needed"

Jim S.

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Lilian R.


Chicopee, MA

$30-50/hr6 yrs exp

ASL Fluent And Licensed As A SLPA In MA

Hello! I graduated from the University of Vermont with a bachelors degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders (aka Speech and Hearing Sciences) with a minor in special education. I am fluent in American Sign Language and speak Spanish at a conversational level. I am licensed as a speech language pathologists assistant In...
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Steffanie A.


Chicopee, MA

$15-18/hr2 yrs exp

Friendly, Energetic Sitter

Hi! My name is Steffanie and I have 2 years of experience as a special needs paraprofessional in the school system working with elementary and middle school aged children. I also have experience as a mental health counselor where I cared for children by providing fun, creative games to learn and play as well as always made sure...
Steffanie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jacqueline R.


Chicopee, MA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a stay at home mom with over a decade of childcare experience, including nannying for infants and toddlers as well as older children; I have worked with children with varying types and degrees of special needs, and I have tutored in math, ESL, and literature. I was an EMT for 3 years prior to the birth of my daughter and...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kayla L.


Chicopee, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

Hello! I am a 32-year-old teacher who has experience with a wide age group range of infant - school age. I have worked with children for the last 14 years. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children. I have a strong love and passion for all children of all ages. I love arts and crafts along with playing outside,...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Kaitlyn T.


Holyoke, MA

$19-41/hr9 yrs exp

Compassionate Childcare Provider With A Focus On Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am delighted to offer my childcare services through Care. With over 8 combined years of childcare and special-education experience, I am committed to providing exceptional care tailored to your kiddo's individual needs. I believe in fostering a safe, nurturing, and consistent environment for children to learn and...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and friendliness, making her very easy to work with. Highly recommended."

Dennis L.

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Emma L.


Holyoke, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Emma, I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages with all different needs. I have been the caretaker for older children with special needs, watched a child from her infancy into her toddler years, been a nanny to an infant and a 3-year-old, and cared for school aged children 7-9. As a graduate...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Emma has been watching my daughter since she was an infant and is one of the only sitters that pays attention to all the rules and quirks of my daughter. Additionally she has also been responsive in times of emergency which has helped our family tremendously."

Oceana S.

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Heather S.


West Springfield, MA

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Hi There Friends!

Hi! My name is Heather, I was a home childcare provider for over 10 years. I love working with children and have also worked in public schools with older children and children with special needs. I am a multitasker and if you need help with light house cleaning or cooking meals I am available for that as well! Look forward to...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Heather is very loving, creative and knows how to get the kids engaged in activities. She also knows how to get children working together as a team. She loves nature and taking the children outside for walks and play. I have not met a child yet that didn't love Ms...

Heidi S.

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Jessica S.


West Springfield, MA

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter, Lots Of Experience

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been in the childcare business for about 8 years now. I have worked with infants to teenagers. I started babysitting at 14 for my neighbors children. I have also worked at different camps and have experience working with special needs children. I enjoy working with children because everyday is a new adventure. I...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Jessica was awesome with my boys. She was helpful and reliable. I called her last minute and she was able to respond without hesitation. Would definitely work use her services again."

Sandrae L.

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Tianna S.


Westfield, MA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an energetic, compassionate, and caring person that loves children of all ages. I was a preschool teacher for over 3 years, worked in a group home for at risk youth for 2 years, worked as a nanny for multiple families, and I've babysat countless children of all ages in various settings. I've worked with children that have...
Tianna can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Tianna is awesome!! She is extremely reliable and trustworthy. She knows her stuff when it comes to caring for children. She’s been helping us with our kids for over a year now and we’ve always been very happy to have her help. "

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Belinda N.


Westfield, MA

$23/hr7 yrs exp

To mom and or dad, I hope this message finds you well! My name is Belinda. I'm excited to apply for the nanny position and available to start immediately. I have experience caring for children ranging from newborns to 12-year-olds, including those with special needs. I genuinely enjoy engaging children in outdoor activities...
5.0
"Belinda is very caring and very patient with my mom. She’s been with us for quite a while and she’s very detailed in her household chores. She’s very dependable and always on time."

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Molly G.


Southampton, MA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care/Tutor

I have 10 years of experience as a special education teacher! I have experience tutoring at the elementary level and have taught children in the public school settings. I also have "in home" experience helping children with special needs using Applied Behavioral Analysis. I have my masters degree in Special Education
Molly can also help with: Travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

I have lived a life committed to helping others. While I do not have a training background in caring for adults, I have gained experience by taking care of/helping both elderly family members and my special needs brother. I am familiar with tasks such as dressing, cleaning, cooking, and medication management or prompting. I am...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation
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Emilie S.


Westfield, MA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available Starting August

I am a licensed Severe and Multiple disabilities MA teacher. I have experience taking care and providing education to students (age 0 to 20) with different diagnosis. Those includes: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Deafblind, Down Syndrome, Development Delay, Brain Injury and CHARGE syndrome.
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with eight years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and creative personality allows me to easily connect with children and provide a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive. I believe in clear communication with...
Alexandria can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Ebonie R.


Springfield, MA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter

I have an extensive background in child care. For the last 6 years I have worked every summer as a kiddie camp director at a summer camp I attended as a kid. I specialize in children ages 0-7 and I am great with conflict resolution techniques that children may have. I worked with a family whose child had special needs for some...
Ebonie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Pauline W.


Agawam, MA

$45-50/hr10 yrs exp

Seeking Part Time/ Full Time Work With Physically And Developmentally Challenged Individuals

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in the human services industry for 20 years plus. During such time I have worked with a wide variety of individuals with varying physical and developmental disabilities. I currently work as a special education teacher. I passionately and patiently enjoy helping to maintain and enhance the quality life of others.
Worked for stavros, MCS, pathlight and Riverside industries. For about 3 years I have worked in the special needs field and just currently left a job as a behavior resource tech
Hello!! I'm 21 years old and have been working with children from the ages of 4 months to 10 years old for 6 years now. As of right now I am in college and will be graduating in May with a bachelors in child psychology and early education. I also have experience with children with special needs through the daycare but also my...
Johannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chicopee, MA

Kristina S.

4.0

Kristina is very dependable she has been great with the care and needs of my 16 year old son with Down Syndrome I still use her when needed

- Jim S.

Kaitlyn T.

5.0

Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and friendliness, making her very easy to work with. Highly recommended.

- Dennis L.

Emma L.

5.0

Emma has been watching my daughter since she was an infant and is one of the only sitters that pays attention to all the rules and quirks of my daughter. Additionally she has also been responsive in times of emergency which has helped our family tremendously.

- Oceana S.

Heather S.

5.0

Heather is very loving, creative and knows how to get the kids engaged in activities. She also knows how to get children working together as a team. She loves nature and taking the children outside for walks and play. I have not met a child yet that didn't love Ms Ms Heather!! Heather is a good...

- Heidi S.

Jessica S.

5.0

Jessica was awesome with my boys. She was helpful and reliable. I called her last minute and she was able to respond without hesitation. Would definitely work use her services again.

- Sandrae L.

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