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We have 60 special needs caregivers in Jefferson, MA! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.
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Find special needs caregivers in Jefferson, MA that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in Jefferson, MA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years
Special needs caregivers in Jefferson, MA
Madi T.
Jefferson, MA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Madison and I am a college student, currently studying elementary education. I have a passion for working with children and have worked with kids of all ages, including special needs students. I have 5 years of paid experience, but many more years of unpaid experience. I am hard working, reliable and always...
Madi can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"She's the best!! She worked so well with my 3 year old son. So sad she had to leave."
Angelyk R.
Hi there, my name is Madison and I am currently a college student studying elementary education. I have years of experience working with special needs students of all ages up to 15, specifically ADHD, Autism, Defiance Disorder and speech delays. I understand the patience and care that special needs children require, and I would...
Jenny P.
Worcester, MA
$16-21/hr
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My 2 oldest children have Tourette's. I have 2 good friends that are different degrees of autism that I reacted with often before COVID. I I would bring bowling or mini golfing and dance with . The other loved dancing and coloring but has little communication skills.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kate! I have experience in nannying and babysitting including spending a year working full time as the nanny to a newborn. I am currently seeking part time hours. My schedule is flexible. I have over 10 years of experience in caregiving, including five years with children and four years working with individuals and...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kate is such a wonderful caregiver to our son. She's very knowledgeable about child development and skilled in working with him (he is 9 months). He took to her immediately and they formed a bond right away. Our son had a pretty scary moment after just a few weeks...
Crystal R.
4.9
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My experience as a nanny has been just over 10 years. I began watching my first child in my early teens during my summer vacations and continued to watch my neighbor's children, and friends of the family's children. I have also connected with many great family's through Care. com.
I am very comfortable with all age groups of...
Sierra can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Sierra has been working with us for a few months now. We really love working with her. She is positive, energetic, and wonderful with our young toddler son. She makes him giggle constantly, and takes great care of him, doing the bedtime routine often. She also...
Jennie G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
The love of my life is autistic ( there is not a lot more to say) .. autistic it's not easy and challenge me everyday but make me a better human more empathetic with other make me able to care others ( no matters who) with love and patience
5.0
"May 2023:
Joselin was a very responsive provider for our young adult son and jumped right into helping him, accommodating his schedule/meeting him when he requested, once they had met.
She is kind and compassionate and had an understanding of his autism,...
Paula E.
10 years+ experience. ECE certified. Special needs experience. Degree in early childhood. Will do housework,
Nina can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hello! My name is Miranda, and I am a dedicated, loving, and experienced nanny. I am a proud mother of three children ages 13, 11, and 5 m. two of whom have diabetes, so I have hands-on experience managing special medical needs and providing a safe, supportive environment for children with unique health considerations.
In...
Miranda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Hello!
My name in Nicole and I am 29 years old. I have 10+ years working with children, both neuro-typical and neuro-divergent. I tend to use a gentle approach with children, with time-outs, and emphasis on emotional expression, but am always open to using whatever style fits best for your family (baby wearing, independent...
Assist with medication toileting assist shower assist .. Assist with ambulation... Assist with safe behavior techniques.. Also I have a family member with ASD who is very high functioning and has wonderful family support.
Martha E.
Princeton, MA
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Working with children is a deeply rewarding experience for me, as I am dedicated to making a positive difference in their lives. With over a decade of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I have developed a high level of expertise in supporting special needs children, leading to significant enhancements in their quality...
Martha can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Nida O.
Leicester, MA
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Nida&I'm from Leicester, Massachusetts. I'm a 22-year-old student-athlete at SNHU, where I'm studying sociology. I'm currently looking for part-time babysitting or dog sitting opportunities. I'm currently a behavior tech for children with autism!
I have experience in both baby sitting & dog sitting.
I've...
Nida can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mary S.
Worcester, MA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
SLP Grad Student That Loves Working With Kids, Accommodating Special Needs, & Early Com. Development
I am currently in graduate school to become a speech language pathologist. I have more than 12 years of experience working with kids with autism, special needs, and/or significant behavioral needs. I am interested in early child development & communication and I specifically want to work with infants and/or toddlers developing...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Laurie R.
Paxton, MA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello, I am married with 3 adult children and 4 grandchildren. Looking to take care of a medically challenged or special needs that need 1:1 love, care and attention. Also I Can Provide Senior Care
Laurie can also help with: Dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
Hello! All throughout high school I interned in the intensive education department and was an ABA last summer. My mother is a special education teacher therefore this has been my entire life, in high school we started a group for intensive education students to bond with general education students and make life long memories and...
My name is Hayley. I'm 27 years old. I have had experience working with people with special needs for over 8 years. I have worked with people aged 2-26. I have worked with people on the autism spectrum, as well as people with Down's Syndrome, seizure disorders, ADD/ADHD, diabetes, people requiring assistive technology, people...
Trisha G.
Boylston, MA
$30-50/hr • 16 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as an old soul with boundless wonders.
My strongest suit with caretaking is my ability to naturally connect with others I lead with empathy, patience and compassion encouragement
I like caring for people with special needs because it's something I was raised around and fills my heart with joy
My...
I have 2 adult children, one on autism spectrum and ADHD the other type 1 diabetic. I have cared for children with OCD, depression and anxiety as well as other developmental disorders.
I offer child care, senior care and pet care
Experienced mom of 2 boys, previous home-school teacher, Sunday school teacher, nanny and...
Heather R.
Worcester, MA
$24/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. I'm Heather and I have been babysitting for 7 years. I have worked with all ages and even special needs. I love to help out and make things go smoothly around the home. I do have my own transportation and I am a huge animal lover so no worries about any animals you may have. I'm available on Friday and Saturdays 6pm-12am,...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I have recently semi- retired after working in the field of Autism for 30+ years. My experience has ranged from one-on-one home based therapy, clinic based therapy, facilitator of Social Skills groups, ABA therapy in a private school setting, program development for children and adults, development of online curriculum, on line...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Jefferson, MA
Madi T.
5.0
She's the best!! She worked so well with my 3 year old son. So sad she had to leave.
- Angelyk R.
Katherine B.
5.0
Kate is such a wonderful caregiver to our son. She's very knowledgeable about child development and skilled in working with him (he is 9 months). He took to her immediately and they formed a bond right away. Our son had a pretty scary moment after just a few weeks of having Kate on, she handled it...
- Crystal R.
Sierra O.
5.0
Sierra took care of my 2 yr old son for about six months. It was a real pleasure working with her. She is very reliable, loving and caring. She would always keep him occupied with activities like coloring.
She is very mature for her age and knows how to take care of kids really well. My son was...
- Nandini K.
Joselin N.
5.0
May 2023:
Joselin was a very responsive provider for our young adult son and jumped right into helping him, accommodating his schedule/meeting him when he requested, once they had met.
She is kind and compassionate and had an understanding of his autism, which no doubt comes from having her...
- Paula E.
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