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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Cohasset, MA

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Cohasset, MA

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Donna F.


Cohasset, MA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

5 Grown Children & 30 Years Experience With Special Needs & Childcare

5.0

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I have been in the caring profession for over 35 years. I am a mother of 5 grown children and 2 of them with special needs. I have always been their full time caregiver. Highly Experienced as a nanny & special needs my whole life from the age of 13. Now my children are grown and my life time of experience would benefit others....
5.0
"Donna is an amazing caregiver. She is skilled and kind and supportive. She finds creative ways to connect with my daughter. I trust her completely. She is dependable and kind and places emphasis on safety, fun and well being. I recommend Donna whole heartedly-...

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Donna F.


Cohasset, MA

$20-45/hr10 yrs exp

Energy, Fun, 32 Years Experience

I have been in the caring profession for 35 years. I have many references starting at the age of 13 as parents noticed my ability and passion to help others. I am a mother of 5 children. Highly experienced as a nanny & special needs my whole life. Now my children are grown and I miss them busy playful days and caring for...
Donna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Donna is a caring and compassionate woman I hired to care for my special needs nonverbal teenager. I could not have wished for anyone better! She is very kind and loving, and very professional---always wanting information on how to best care for my son and...

Lisa L.

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Donna F.


Cohasset, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Nana's Little Helper

I have been in the caring profession for 35 years. I am a mother of 5 children. Highly Experienced as a nanny, special needs and eldery care my whole life from the age of 13 because I enjoy being helpful. I spent my younger days visiting eldery and listening to there stories and helping them out. I was always told I had an old...
Donna can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, home modification, personal care, live-in home care & more
5.0
"She is friendly and caring, multi talented and knowledgeable, fastidious and willing to get things done. She cared for both my elderly parents for about 6 months and we would hire her again in a second!"

Abby S.

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Dawn F.


Cohasset, MA

$20-30/hr

Special Needs Provider

I would like to work with children who require special needs. I am a mother of two children who are both on a specialized learning program with their current school and feel that's where my strengths exist.
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Kiki S.


Cohasset, MA

$22-26/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs for years, I am currently a special needs teachers assistant at a Highschool.
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Diana D.


Cohasset, MA

$29/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Loving Nanny!

As a nanny 20 plus years of experience. Caring for children of all ages from 2-week-old twins to preteens also children with special needs. I truly love being a nanny as its my passion. I am honest, trustworthy, caring, attentive, punctual. I have experience with one child also as many as multiple children in a very busy...
Diana can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
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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Samantha O.


Quincy, MA

$15/hr

Part Time Caregiver

I have a younger brother with Downs Syndrome and another with epilepsy so I've always had a passion for working with those who have special needs. I've experienced working one on one with children in a classroom, as well as, running an inclusive classroom with those on the autism spectrum.
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Karen C.


South Weymouth, MA

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Care Giver

I am a Mom of a 34-year-old developmental delayed daughter and I have a 36-year-old down syndrome sister in law.
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Odette W.


Quincy, MA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working with special needs clients for over 10years now. I strongly understand them and am patient to assist them with every day duties.
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Tina C.


East Weymouth, MA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny/Babysitting

Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood

I have always had a passion for working with kids. I am available full time from Monday- Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5pm, and date nights. I have gained so much experience over the past years. The ages range from 3 months old to 17 years old. I have over 17 years of experience. I am very interactive and outgoing. I have experience home...
Tina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Tina is absolutely the best!!!  We are so impressed with her level of professionalism. Tina is sweet, reliable and most importantly she is very passionate about her job. We can't thank you enough for all of her help!!!"

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Stephanie K.


Quincy, MA

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Happy Sitter

4.2

(5)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Stephanie. I have a ton of experience with kids considering I am a teacher. I also have a ton of experience with special needs children! I am willing to get things done if need be and provide safety and care for your children. I am very easy to contact as I have my phone on me everywhere I go in case of...
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is great with kids, extremely personable, careful, and attentive. Stephanie will make sure everything is taken care of and go over the top to ensure her care is the always the best."

Sam R.

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Lindsey C.


Braintree, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am a mother of three school aged children in Braintree and a licensed teacher in M. A. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, children with and without disabilities, minor in fine arts. I have been a nanny for children with and without special needs and have worked in public school classrooms, both typical and preschool...
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Lindsey is amazing. she watched our 2 yo girl for 1 year until she was ready for preschool. She took her fun places and did crafts and other fun games. She is very reliable and was sweet and cuddly with our daughter. I always knew she was safe and well looked...

Jen B.

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Robyn C.


East Weymouth, MA

$28-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Of All Ages With Flexible Times And Transportation

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

20+ years experience, full-time nanny for multiple years and babysitter throughout years before. CPR and First Aid certified along with knowledge from child care courses and experience working alongside with early intervention. My goal is to teach and care for children while making it fun and enjoyable for them. I have...
Robyn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Robyn babysat for my two children (aged 8 months and 2.5 yrs) and my niece and nephew (aged 6 and 9) for a date night. She put the two older kids to bed while the two younger kids slept. She was punctual, friendly, and knew what she was doing. I would definitely...

Julia M.

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Stephanie C.


Hanover, MA

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

When I lived on the Cape I was a PCA for a wheel bound man. I also used to be a certified nurses aid and have attended some nursing school.
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Lisa W.


Braintree, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced South Shore Nanny And Caregiver

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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Teresa W.


Hingham, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm a 2018 University of Maine graduate with a child development and family relations major and nutrition food science minor. I graduated the University of Alabama in 2021 with a Nutrition Dietetics Food Science major and just completed my internship to become a clinical pediatric RDN. I grew up in Hingham, MA and just moved...
Teresa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Teresa is a very reliable, energetic and organized individual who does all that she can to go above and beyond. She is caring, compassionate and patient making her a great candidate for working with children."

Morgan J.

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Jasmine A.


Rockland, MA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I graduated with a degree in Education from North Carolina State University in 2016. I started babysitting back in high school and have experience with newborn through teenagers as well as children with special needs. I currently work as an ABA Specialist for Boston Public Schools. I am ideally looking to provide summer care. I...
Jasmine can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She was our top choice for hire. Just an amazing person. Very intelligent and got along with the kids during our interview. We decided not to hire a nanny, but she would have been ours in a heartbeat. I highly recommend her!"

Leah A.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cohasset, MA

Donna F.

5.0

Donna is an amazing caregiver. She is skilled and kind and supportive. She finds creative ways to connect with my daughter. I trust her completely. She is dependable and kind and places emphasis on safety, fun and well being. I recommend Donna whole heartedly- she is the best!

- Care member

Donna F.

5.0

Donna is a caring and compassionate woman I hired to care for my special needs nonverbal teenager. I could not have wished for anyone better! She is very kind and loving, and very professional---always wanting information on how to best care for my son and documenting his needs and schedule. When...

- Lisa L.

Donna F.

5.0

She is friendly and caring, multi talented and knowledgeable, fastidious and willing to get things done. She cared for both my elderly parents for about 6 months and we would hire her again in a second!

- Abby 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.

Tina C.

5.0

Tina is absolutely the best!!!  We are so impressed with her level of professionalism. Tina is sweet, reliable and most importantly she is very passionate about her job. We can't thank you enough for all of her help!!!

- Care member

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Ratings for Cohasset, MA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Cohasset, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.