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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Gloucester, MA

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Gloucester, MA

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Kassidy B.


Gloucester, MA

$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp

5.0

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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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Cassandra H.


Gloucester, MA

$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring for people is something that I've done for a very long time and enjoy very much. I treat all of my clients as if they are family. I will always do my best to ensure the safety and happiness of each individual I care for.
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Brenda L.


Gloucester, MA

$17-22/hr • 7 yrs exp

Companion Healthcare Provider

Working in a healthcare for 7+ years. Hospital care as well as home care. I am a mother of 3 adult boys. My middle child has ADHD and dyslexia. I worked as his advocate throughout his school years today he is a viable young man with a great job and a good outlook for his future. I am patient and like to help my clients achieve...
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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Samantha M.


Gloucester, MA

$19-24/hr • 5 yrs exp

I've been a caregiver since I was 14 years old starting with raising my siblings while my parents were at work to being a nanny for a single mom with 3 kids for 5 years until starting my own family. I currently have 5 kids ages 9-19. I do have experience with special needs. One of the kids I used to take care of was an...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Elin G.


Gloucester, MA

$40-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Child care

I am a Speech Language Pathologist looking for afterschool hours. I have experience with special needs children and pets.
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Meghan N.


Gloucester, MA

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Meghan, I am 33 years old & have been working in childcare since 2008! I have experience as a full time nanny (am CPR certified) working with children of all ages as well as children with special needs, behavioral issues & new borns. My past responsibilities as a child care provider included: household...
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Leigh G.


Gloucester, MA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Leigh's Bio

I am currently a Medical Biller and Coder looking for some part time afternoon/night nannying. Previously, I worked as a Professional Nanny for the Jackson and French families in Hamilton, MA. My role involved supporting children's daily activities, organizing educational outings, and fostering language development through...
Leigh can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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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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Brittany F.


Essex, MA

$15/hr • 2 yrs exp

3.5

(2)

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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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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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...

Faith H.

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Kimberly M.


Wenham, MA

$30-45/hr • 3 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist With Experience With Seniors

Hi, I work as a clinical ABA supervisor with special needs children. I also work part time with the elderly - specializing in companionship, meal preparation, overnight care for those with physical limitations and/or dementia. I am experienced, very patient, and capable.
Kimberly can also help with: Errands, personal care, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
"Kim has been an amazing caregiver for our elderly father who has dementia for almost two years now and we cannot recommend her highly enough! She is dedicated, dependable, kind, patient and highly skilled at caregiving and always arrives with a smile! Kim goes...

Peter R.

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Danielle A.


Ipswich, MA

$25/hr • 20 yrs exp

Fun-loving, Upbeat Sitter With Teaching Background

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm an experienced teacher, nanny, & sitter. I've taught multiple grade levels spanning Pre-K through middle school and have had many jobs as a nanny, camp counselor, and caregiver. I hold a master's degree in elementary education as well as a special needs certification. Safety is paramount to me as is establishing a...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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

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Linda B.


Beverly, MA

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Behavior Specialist

Would you like to smooth the waters between you and your child? (ages 3-9) Does it feel like too long since your child responded willingly to your requests? Perhaps his/her self control has become a challenging issue? Perhaps some of these challenges have spilled into the school setting? I am a retired Special Needs teacher...
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Glendaliz T.


Beverly, MA

$25-37/hr • 10 yrs exp

Having dedicated over 15 years to working with children and adolescents, including those with special needs, I bring a wealth of experience and a degree in Early Childhood Education. With more than 8 years of mentoring experience, my passion lies in giving back to the community and inspiring others to see the good in the world....
Glendaliz can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Hi! I am a junior Nursing student at Endicott College and I just came across your post. I have never watched someone on the spectrum but I have learned about care for more specified groups and think I would be a really good match!!
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Janine D.


Beverly, MA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Motivated From The Heart And Full Of Fun!!!

Hello my name is Janine! I have roughly 10 years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. They have taught me so much about life and I learn something new and exciting everyday.. this has been my calling and I could not see myself helping and being part of a greater cause. Looking forward to hearing...
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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