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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hopkinton, MA

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Hopkinton, MA

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Maura P.


Hopkinton, MA

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Maura's Mission

5.0

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Hello there! I have been caring for children for over 35 years, special needs for 25 and was an ABA technician in the public school sector working with children with ASD for 18. The last 2 yrs I have been counseling in middle school for children with anxiety, depression, and other mental health, concerns. . I raised 3 wonderful...
5.0
"Maura has been working with special needs children as an ABA for over 20 years in the public school system. She would be an asset to any family, she is dedicated, caring, trustworthy and hard working. Maura is committed to making each child reach their highest...

Maddy G.

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Maura P.


Hopkinton, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello folks, I have been caring for children for over 35 years, special needs for 25 and was an ABA technician in the public school sector working with children with ASD for 18. The last 2 yrs I have been counseling in middle school for children with anxiety, depression, and other mental health, concerns. . I raised 3 wonderful...
Maura can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have worked with Maura for about three years in an elementary classroom setting. The word wonderful does not capture how awesome Maura is. She is one of the most patient, caring, and hardworking people that I have ever shared a classroom with. She devotes her...

Kevin C.

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Rachel H.


Hopkinton, MA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible Adult Nanny

4.0

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I was a Nanny for many years prior to working with the School Systems as a Special Needs Educator. Later working in corporate america as a marketing manager. Unfortunately I was laid off and as most are aware the market is very soft with very few worthwhile positions. With that said; as a mother myself and a mature...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rachel interviewed with us and seemed like a very nice person. She was articulate, caring, punctual and seemed like an overall great person to have as your nanny. We were on the fence about hiring her since she had a child she would need to bring with her and it...

Wendy T.

Hi everyone! My name is Madelyn, and I am seeking a full-time or part-time nanny position this summer. I am a current college student and will be home in Hopkinton for the summer, starting in early May until late August. I am currently studying elementary education and special education. I have years of experience working with...
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Jacqueline F.


Hopkinton, MA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Compassionate Caregiver/Nanny

I'm a nurturing and experienced nanny with a deep love for children. My background includes raising my own four children and working as a teacher assistant at Wake County Public Schools, giving me a wealth of experience and understanding in childcare. I have a lot of experience working with special needs children, whom I...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Maura P.


Hopkinton, MA

$32-35/hr6 yrs exp

Maura's Mission

Hello folks, I have been caring for children for over 35 years, special needs for 25 and was an ABA technician in the public school sector working with children with ASD for 18. The last 2 yrs I have been counseling in middle school for children with anxiety, depression, and other mental health, concerns. . I raised 3...
Maura can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Donna C.


Hopkinton, MA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Companion With A Smile

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have taken care of many elderly family members over the years. I have been there companions and there friends. I have taken them shopping and played games with them. I have helped with there meals and and errands and have stayed overnight with them. A couple of them also had dementia and lived with my family so I am...
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Amaliya P.


Hopkinton, MA

$19-27/hr6 yrs exp

Caring Helper Available!

Hi! My name is Molly, and I'm looking for a job where I can use my skills, patience, and kindness to help care for you or your loved one. Most of my experience is as a nanny, but I have elder care experience too! In the past I've helped people with special needs, including older people with various levels of care required. I'm...
Amaliya can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands, respite care, dementia & more
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Renee C.


Marlborough, MA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm 35 years old, living in Marlborough Ma. I am very motivated and treat all kiddos like my own! I'm seeking a full time position. I have 15-17 years professional experience in childcare of all ages, in school and at the home. I am CPR/first aid certified, as well as certified to work in special needs (RBT). I have a valid...
Renee can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Renee is a loving and kind hearted person. She's amazing with children and always puts others needs before anyone else's. I've known her for many years and you'd be lucky to have her! :)"

Tiffany A.

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Frank S.


North Grafton, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I can help boost your child's social and academic development and can run facilitated play groups with friends. I have experience with a broad range of special needs and have been told I have a calm and...
5.0
"Frank has worked with my daughter, who has special needs, over the years. She has always enjoyed spending time with him. He is soft spoken, kind, and has a caring heart. As a parent it's great to find someone dependable and I would recommend him to any family that...

Wendy W.

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Kyleigh S.


Marlborough, MA

$37/hr4 yrs exp

I Will Care For Your Kiddos As If They Were My Family!

Hi! I'm Kyleigh and I'm 21! I am a certified daycare teacher in Marlborough! I have cared for many different family's ranging from newborn to 12 years old. Children with special needs and a set of twins! I have no problem helping with household tasks such as errands, cleaning, cooking, laundry, etc! I have my own transportation,...
Kyleigh can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kyleigh is an amazing caregiver and is like family to us now! Kyleigh cared for our 3 girls (infant, 4 & 5 year old) full time for 9 months before she became a teacher. Kyleigh is punctual, a good communicator, fun and engaging with children while caring about...

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Lysa Y.


Framingham, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Woman , With Over30 Years Experience With Children And Household Management.Full Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Mother , Teacher , nanny , and work with Kids in my community. Over 30 years experience. Fun ! Cool! And progressive! And a great cook!!! I have 10 years working with Teenagers with cognitive disabilities ex: ADHD, Depression, defiance and trauma , Cerebral , etc. I have work with kids my whole life. Infants Preschool...
Lysa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lysa is the BEST. If we could, we would keep her forever. She came in day 1 and handled the schedules of my 15 month old and 2.5 year old with love and major competency. She was on time and happy at the end every day, regardless of how many tantrums I know my kids...

Kathleen L.

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Claudia P.


Marlborough, MA

$28-43/hr10 yrs exp

I am a 55-year-old caring and responsible individual with a passion for working with children. I enjoy outdoor activities, reading, doing projects, and playing board games. Additionally, I have experience working with both special needs children and adults. I come with excellent references from the families I have worked with....
Claudia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Claudia has been taking care of my 2-year-old daughter for about six months. She is a wonderful, caring, responsible, and energetic caregiver. She has been very flexible about my occasional late evenings at work, and has taken care of both my children when I needed...

Rachel R.

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Cecilia S.


Medway, MA

$28-45/hr10 yrs exp

Creative and Athletic Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'm one of seven children and I've been sitting since I was old enough to earn money. My three children are now young adults and on their own. I worked hard with them and their achievements make me a proud Momma! I am college educated, athletic, energetic, a lifelong learner, organized, conscientious, a great cook and I'm...
Cecilia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Due to a family emergency, we were unexpectedly staying at my mom's house for longer than expected and Cecilia came to the rescue! She cared for my almost 9-month old for a full week (working 8 AM - 6 AM) and I couldn't have been more pleased with her care. Cecilia...

Beth S.

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Frank S.


North Grafton, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Giver With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I am also a professional chef and a parent. What better combination could you get in a caregiver! Since retiring I have provided child care for several families, including homeschooling a 3rd and 8th...
Frank can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"When we moved to the area, we needed after school support for our 2 older sons (11 & 12.) Frank picked them up after school and insured they got a good snack and started to their homework (not much homework at that age.) The boys appreciated his gentle approach and...

Michael W.

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Mark H.


Medway, MA

$20-22/hr5 yrs exp

I like working with special needs kids doing activities that they like to do all aspects of bathing and grooming care with feeding making dinners Play clean up around the house
5.0
"Mark is very patient and understanding with a friendly personality. He watched my special needs daughter for 4 years. My daughter now is residing at a special needs school. But on the weekends she comes home and he still helps with her needs."

Maureen C.

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Karen K.


Westborough, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care: Adults Of All Ages

I truly enjoy working with individuals with special needs because I find it rewarding to get to know the whole person, their strengths, interests, habits, and areas of challenge. I am seeking a position that does not require me to provide physical assistance (heavy lifting, positioning, transfers...) For 13 years I worked as an...
5.0
"Karen is very compassionate and caring. She cared of my uncle and was a complete joy. We both looked forward to seeing her especially my uncle. She was very knowledgeable and precise. I would highly recommend her for your love ones. Thank you Peter."

Peter B.

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Karen K.


Westborough, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care - Adults Of All Ages

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a reliable and compassionate person, and I am always aware of safety. I find working with adults/seniors to be rewarding and enjoyable. For more than 15 years, I was employed as an Occupational Therapist. I did not like paperwork and attending meetings, so I changed my career path to working directly with people....
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Liam M.


Milford, MA

$20-22/hr5 yrs exp

Caretaker With Experience In Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a former ABA therapist. I have worked for years at the Northshore consortium. I've been an in house tutor/caregiver. I worked as a literacy assistant at a highschool. I currently work as an after-school teacher. I have worked with different children of different needs of all ages. I am looking to work as a full time or part...
Liam can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Liam helped us immensely with after school care for our two sons, who were in 2nd and 4th grade at the time. He picked the boys up from school, supervised an after school snack/meal, helped with homework. Several times when we asked Liam to stay later, dinner and...

Yelena K.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hopkinton, MA

Maura P.

5.0

Maura has been working with special needs children as an ABA for over 20 years in the public school system. She would be an asset to any family, she is dedicated, caring, trustworthy and hard working. Maura is committed to making each child reach their highest potential, and works closely with...

- Maddy G.

Maura P.

5.0

I have four children and Maura has been caring for them for many years. Whenever My husband and I have somewhere to go, she is always the one we ask. She is caring, considerate, nurturing, engaging, and they love her so much. She has helped so many times with homework and school projects, and helps...

- Kelly B.

Rachel H.

5.0

Rachel worked with us for about a year. She was always helpful, flexible, and great with the kids. She took them places, and helped us in other ways when we needed her. She will be missed.

- Catherine S.

Renee C.

3.0

When Renee was with our child she took excellent care of her. Had wonderful activities and games even though our child was not even one yet. However she struggled to come on time in the morning and often called out sick, as our nanny, this left is in a bind. Then she quit without notice after 4...

- Annika B.

Frank S.

5.0

Frank has worked with my daughter, who has special needs, over the years. She has always enjoyed spending time with him. He is soft spoken, kind, and has a caring heart. As a parent it's great to find someone dependable and I would recommend him to any family that is looking for some help.

- Wendy W.

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

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Hopkinton, MA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.