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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Essex, MA

The average posted rate is $13/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Essex, MA

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Brittany F.


Essex, MA

$15/hr • 2 yrs exp

3.5

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am extremely passionate about working with children and adults with developmental and cognitive disabilities. I have many years of experience and references that I would be happy to get you in contact with.
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Lindsay H.


Essex, MA

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

As a former preschool teacher I have primarily dealt with children with behavior issues, allergies, and other disorders, however I do have some experience working with adults as well.
I have cared for and taught children for over 20 years both privately and in educational settings. I have a BS in Early Childhood Ed and I am CPR/First Aid certified. I have experience working with with special needs children (Autism, Asperger's syndrome, ADHD, sensory integration disorders, William's Syndrome). I worked as a...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Esterlin Z.


Danvers, MA

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

I have been babysitting for 4 years now. I am certified in first aid, CPR, special needs education. I have my CDA and 5 years of teaching experience. I bring a wealth of knowledge to ensure the well-being and growth of your children. I prioritize safety above all else, and I am responsible, understanding, and determined to take...
Esterlin can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Esterlin is an amazing help and brings a breathe of fresh air. She has a natural talent for talking care of kids and has always been helpful to me!"

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Laura B.


Beverly, MA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced And Joyful Early Childhood Educator

I am a licensed early childhood educator with 13 years experience in a number of diverse educational environments, including working with children with severe special needs in both residential and classroom settings. I also taught integrated preschool (3-early 5s) in Salem MA for three years, and kindergarten in Newburyport MA...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Laura is a responsible, kind, caring, attentive and fun caregiver. My children (ages 8,4 and 1) LOVE her and get so excited when they know she will be caring for them. Laura arrives on time, adjusts well to the family's agenda and routine, and is extremely...

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Kassidy B.


Gloucester, MA

$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp

I have babysat pretty much my whole life I am currently employed with Applied Behavioral Associates. I have my masters in developmental disabilities with a concentration in applied behavioral analysis.
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Ace L.


Beverly, MA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Who I Am

I am currently a special needs teacher in Beverly, and looking for a full time position! I have 10 years of experience, including being an au pair in Finland for several months. I have experience working with children with special needs and those who are medically fragile. I also prefer to work with children under 4 years of...
Ace can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ognjen R.


Danvers, MA

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hello. For the past 22 years I have been working with Pediatric and Adolescent population ages 3 to 18. I have very good grasp and experience working with difficult clients. I am also CPR, CPI, EMT -B, CORI , MOAB, WELLE training certified. I am currently working in Inpatient Psychiatric Locked Unit with clients diagnosed with...
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Barbara S.


Gloucester, MA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

I had four children and have taken care of my grandson for many years. I have recently watched a special needs child who was 15. I also cared for my mother who had Parkinson's disease and my dad who had cancer. I occasionally care for 3 children ranging in age from 1-10 and have been driving 2 children to school and activities...
Barbara can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Leona L.


Rowley, MA

$25/hr

Looking For A Client, N Has Alot Of Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone I'm looking for a client I have many yrs of handling children to adults with mental health n special needs adult n children raise my sister who is special needs and deals with autism, asburgers syndrome to ptsd to anxiety to depression along with medical health issues I have gained a lot of knowledge in 15 yrs of...
I am a bit new to special needs care, but I am enthusiastic and accepting. I have worked at a residential summer camp where I worked with, lived with, and taught children with mild behavioral and learning issues.
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Amy S.


Beverly, MA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Retired Teacher And Nana For Jobs!

I'm a semi-retired school teacher who specializes in students with moderate special needs. Most of my career in teaching was spent helping students with behavioral and emotional disabilities, primarily at the middle and high school level. I have taught subjects ranging from English to Study Skills to Consumer Math and have...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Leah E.


Danvers, MA

$33/hr • 9 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi! I'm Leah! I love working with children and have a passion for their personal development and growth in all aspects. I am very positive, organized, flexible, patient, but most importantly I am a fun babysitter that loves to create smiles, giggles and memories! My goal with your children is to keep them safe, follow any...
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Krystal D.


Beverly, MA

$15-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

I have my K-8 Mild to Moderate Educator Licensure in Massachusetts. I have worked in both a life skills and ASD classroom. I have been a nanny for a family with a child who has ADHD and Anxiety.
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Allison B.


Beverly, MA

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Allison and I'm 27 years old. I am a teaching assistant at the Beverly school for the Deaf and have experience working with special needs kids. I have a year of experience as a tutor as well so I would be happy to help with homework. I also love to sing, dance and do crafts.
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Sophie S.


Topsfield, MA

$24-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Grad Student Looking For Part Time Work!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I graduated from Providence College last May with a degree in psychology and I'm currently in grad school at Merrimack College. I am the oldest of five kids and live at home. I have experience babysitting several families, neighbors, and family friends for years. I have also worked as a camp counselor with elementary-age kids at...
Sophie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Isabella C.


Rowley, MA

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

My name is Isabella. I am 22 years old. I am finishing my last year of college and am available on some weekdays and weekends. I'm looking for some part-time work for the summer. I love kids, being outdoors, sports, and animals. I have babysat all ages, ranging from newborns to teenagers, as well as children and adults with...
Isabella can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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Joan-marie M.


Danvers, MA

$28-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Paraprofessional

Hi, My name is Joanie. I'm a Special Needs Para for grades 9 through 12 at ENSATS in Hathorne, MA. Previously, I worked at Thorpe Elementary in Danvers, MA as a Teaching Assistant/Classroom Support for Kindergarten through grade 5. Over the summers, I worked with Special Needs students in the same grade level.
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Olivia A.


Beverly, MA

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, creative, determined. I started working with kids when I was in 8th grade assisting in summer theater programs. In college (Salem State University, BFA in Performance '20), I worked at Special Needs camps, and I began working full time with children in 2020 in Lynn Public Schools when I...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, with a focus on Behavioral Therapy. I worked at Northeast Arc for 10 years until the COVID-19 pandemic prompted me to take a break. Now, I find myself missing the work and the joy I received from helping children and adults with special needs.

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