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Find special needs caregivers in Easthampton, MA that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in Easthampton, MA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Easthampton, MA
I am a caring and nurturing person, I really love making clients smile and treating them like family. I am a Direct Support Professional 2, I work for Berkshire County Arc at a group home in Southampton caring for 4 individuals that require special care. I have taken and been certified in many classes. G tube, J tube, MAP...
HI! I am a former classroom and special needs teacher, then became a home school mom and now am looking to help and support other families. I love to read books and explore the world whether it be a pretty rock or a beautiful river. I can help with homework and provide tutoring as well and create fun learning activities if you...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a registered nurse of 11 years with experience ranging from orthopedics to neurology to pulmonary and more. I live in Amherst most of the time but I do travel back to NYS where I own a home and my parents live. Here in Amherst I live with my girlfriend, 2 cats, 1 full time dog and 1 part time dog plus 5 goats. My...
Marcia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Marcia! She came several times and Avery squealed with delight when she walked in the door. Marcia is gentle, calm, and trustworthy. She was also punctual and easy to communicate with! A rare find: educated, polite, and great with babies. Avery learned new...
Care member
3.0
(2)
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Maya. I am a 21-year-old junior I am majoring in public health with a pre-med track in hope of becoming a pediatrician practitioner one day. I have always loved kids. I have about 4 years of experience working with kids of all ages. I have worked as an assistant educator at preschools, Babysat kids with CP,...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maya is a great caregiver! She is flexible and dependable. You can count on her for childcare, pet care, and helping people with disabilities. Highly recommend."
Narges R.
Rachel C.
Belchertown, MA
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Certified, Creative, Intuitive, Nurturing Experienced Care Provider
5.0
(4)
Hi! I am a fully vaccinated, certified Personal Care Assistant. I have been a care provider for 5 years, with experience in wound care, Alzheimers/Dementia, med management, mobility assistance, toileting, bathing, cooking, gardening, light cleaning, and organizing/clutter clearing.
I have also been a live-in House Manager at a...
5.0
"I was so lucky to have found Rachel. She was sensitive, supportive, reliable and quickly recognized my needs. Rachel provided a calm presence when I was feeling overwhelmed. She is patient, warm, intuitive, empathetic and loving. Rachel has become a very dear...
Cathy R.
Kristina S.
Chicopee, MA
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Personal Care Assistance Available Part-Time/ Experience With Special Needs
4.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
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.
I'd describe my personality as dedicated, responsible and slightly silly!
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old. I volunteered with Longmeadow's summer extended program for kids with special needs age 2-5. Through the program I met several families that I babysat for until I graduated high school.
In my spare...
Natasha C.
West Springfield, MA
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Infant Teacher Trained In Special Needs Available
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have over 10 years in the education field, both in and out of the school system and with students of various abilities. I am an infant teacher by trade (ages 6 weeks to 15 months) but I am comfortable with all ages and abilities. I enjoy a challenge and love watching children develop and grow!
Natasha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
I am a Licensed Nurse's Aide and Home Health Aide looking to help care for you or your loved one in the familiar comfort of home. I have worked as a special needs care provider for over 20 years and became a Certified Nurse Assistant and Home Health Aid in both Massachusetts and Vermont in 2016. I have worked with the elderly...
Sabrina can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, personal care, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
I have worked with children ages ranging from 4 days old to 15 years old. I have been babysitting for 10 plus years. I have a degree in Elementary Education and Special Education and a concentration in Behavioral Studies. I worked at a daycare and have experience in all ages from infant to preschool. Multiple children at a time...
Catherine can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Rachel L.
Amherst, MA
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have worked and volunteered with children of all ages (up to 17) with varying degrees of abilities. I would love to lend a family in need of extra help whenever I can!
I have been involved in special education since I was in middle school. Working with people with disabilities is my one true passion. Life isn't as full without it. I have an extensive background of working with kids as well.
In high school I took a class working with the special needs students in the school. I remember the first day I went there they were just so welcoming, and it really made me never want to miss a day of school because I loved working with them. I was basically a teachers aid, and I took the class repeatedly in my last three years...
Hi my name is Isabelle and I am a rising sophomore at UMass Amherst studying Public Health with minors in sociology and Environmental Science. I was a co-founder of the Best Buddies chapter at Mansfield High School and a member of the Boltwood Project at my college. I am really passionate about disabilities awareness and...
I'm a young adult eager and willing to take care of your children, and fulfill any other household needs you might have.
I am currently working as a paraprofessional at Forest Park Middle School. I work with autistic children daily and know how to work with a variety of special needs.
I'm CPI certified, and ServSafe...
Ethan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi, my name is Alexis! I am a current student at Umass Amherst. I am currently looking for a babysitting/nanny job for the upcoming summer. I have had past experience working as a swim instructor at Aqua-Tots Swim School for over 2 years. I have experience with children age ranges from 4 months-13 years old, including children...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Kate S.
Amherst, MA
$22-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Kate. I am a current senior studying Speech language and hearing sciences at Umass Amherst, I will be graduating in May! I have experience working with children and adults with a variety of different abilities. I am currently working part time when I can at Perkins School for the Blind (on specific weekends). I am...
I have lived and worked with elderly people and adults with special needs in a community called Camphill Kimberton Hills in Pennsylvania. I'm familiar with administering medicine, helping people bathe, groom themselves and get dressed. I grew up without getting to know my grandparents, and greatly value the influence of elderly...
Caroline can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Easthampton, MA
Marcia V.
5.0
We love Marcia! She came several times and Avery squealed with delight when she walked in the door. Marcia is gentle, calm, and trustworthy. She was also punctual and easy to communicate with! A rare find: educated, polite, and great with babies. Avery learned new skills with her, we were all...
- Care member
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.
Maya F.
5.0
Maya is a great caregiver! She is flexible and dependable. You can count on her for childcare, pet care, and helping people with disabilities. Highly recommend.
- Narges R.
Rachel C.
5.0
Rachel is incredibly patient, kind, and conscientious. In addition to knowing her for 20 years, I hired her a year ago to help with my 16-year-old son who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. She is wonderful with him and very caring - he really looks forward to their time together.
We also both...
- Tonya D.
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.
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