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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lancaster, MA

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years

Special needs caregivers in Lancaster, MA

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Malayvanh S.


Lancaster, MA

$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time/Occasional Sitter

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm currently an ABA RBT at Keystone Collaborative Education in Leominster Ma I also do two nights for in home Aba Therapy. We teach daily independence along w/social & educational goals. I work one on one with certain students. During my babysitting/nanny jobs, I've helped prepare meals, potty train, naps, bathe, bed and...
Malayvanh can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Malayvanh goes above and beyond and is very passionate and compassionate towards everyone especially with kids ! "

Veronica R.

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Sophia P.


Lancaster, MA

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi, I am Sophie. I am a very caring individual (both kids and seniors), very patient, and attentive to their needs. I am trained in CPR for both adults and infants. I also have extensive experience working in childcare, including nannying and babysitting in addition for children with special needs such as autism, ADHD, and...
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kelley H.


Shirley, MA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Available Part-Time

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
Kelley can also help with: Dementia, visiting nurse, hospice services, personal care, respite care
5.0
"Kelley took care of my brother who has Muscular Dystrophy. He needed care on all levels from showering, shaving to g-tube, ventilator and stoma care. Kelley did all of this and still had time to neaten up the house. Though Kelley and my brother are from completely...

Evan W.

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Kiley G.


Leominster, MA

$17-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider - ASD, DS, Non-Verbal Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I find care for those with special needs to be incredibly fulfilling. I volunteered at a therapeutic riding center on and off for many years. That experience gave me opportunities to work with a variety of special needs individuals from all age groups. My special needs care began with care for my 50-year-old great aunt with DS....
5.0
"Kiley is compassionate, responsible, knowledgeable and reliable. She is hard-working and is an excellent caregiver."

Jillian A.

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Jen G.


Leominster, MA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

10 years experience caring for children of all ages. From newborn to preteen, special needs experience as well. Comfortable with up to 3 children at a time, pets, housekeeping, transport needs. CPR/ first aid certified. I look forward to hearing from you!
Jen can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jen is wonderful. I will totally have her watch my 4 month old twins when I finally decide to go back to work. Unfortunately, I decided to stay home a little longer. She expresses complete knowledge of children all ages, supplies references if needed, and takes the...

Christian D.

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Alena H.


Ayer, MA

$28-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Alena, I am 24 years old! Something fun about me is I love my dog, farm animals and the outdoors. I adore shaping the minds of young children and watching them explore/learn. Fun things I like to do while babysitting/nannying are crafts, explore outside, read books etc. I've worked at a daycare, and been a nanny for...
Alena can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alena occasionally babysits my two children when we have date nights and she the kids and us love her! She helps out tremendously and we couldn't be more thankful. Consider hiring this awesome caregiver."

Donna C.

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Kelley H.


Shirley, MA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/RN Available

I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
5.0
"Kelley has been my home health nurse over 3 years and has proven to be a reliable, hardworking and compassionate worker. Aside from her medical duties as a nurse she is responsible for cleaning and organizing my household. One of the qualities that I value the...

Jonathan H.

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Marcia D.


Leominster, MA

$30-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have more than 12 years of experience. I homeschooled my three sons through high school until they started college. After that, I worked with a very special boy for almost 2 years that was when I discovered my passion for special needs kids. I have good references and I'm vaccinated.
5.0
"Marsha was great with our 1yo, very loving and took her on trips outside of the house to visit the library, playgrounds, etc. I would not hesitate to hire her again!"

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Liz B.


Ayer, MA

$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Nanny Looking For The Right Family

Hello there, for 10 years I've worked with all ages of children from infancy through high school. I love caring for children and helping to form strong minds and souls. I have alot of experience with special needs, I have personal experience as one of my children is Autistic and I've also worked with students with autism and...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Charlotte! I have experience with special needs kids, specifically with Autism, as my brother is special needs. I am happy to help in any aspect I am needed including housekeeping, giving rides, and more. I am looking for families who need help with math/science tutoring or childcare this summer. I am 18 and CPR...
Charlotte can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Elizabeth M.


Still River, MA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny And Babysitter

I have been a nanny and in-home care person for over 12 years now. I have worked with babies, children, teens, and adults from every age and background, and have also worked privately and professionally with young people who have special needs for many of those years. I am currently planning to go back to school for Midwifery...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Julia H.


Leominster, MA

$28-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Nanny/ Home Manager

Hello my name is Julia. I have been working with children since I was 14. I have experience working with kids of all ages in all settings including day cares, homes, care facilities, and in sports. I have cared for children from ages 4 months to young adults with special needs at 22 years of age.
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Callie S.


Lunenburg, MA

$23-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

Energetic 24-year-old With A Degree In Speech Pathology & Audiology

Hi there! My name is Callie and I am 24 years old. I graduated from Worcester state in 2019 with a bachelors degree in speech pathology and audiology. I worked as an ABA therapist for 3 years working with individuals ages 2-21. I have 9+ years of experience working with children. I nannied all through high school and college. I...
Hi there! My name is Callie and I am currently a senior at UNH studying psychology in hopes to become an elementary school guidance counselor. I have first aid training and I am CPR certified. I worked at a daycare for a year working with infants, toddlers, and 3-5-year-olds I have also worked with 7-year-olds at a summer camp...
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Erin G.


Leominster, MA

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Patient And Fun

I am changing careers after 20 years with Special Needs children. Go getter who recently got her Home health aide certificate. Would love to stay in homes without going through agencies with terrible reviews. I love personal care, I am empathetic, mom of a active boy, I stay positive and really enjoy helping others
Erin can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, respite care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

I have three and a half years of experience as a residential counselor to adult women with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
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Danielle G.


Sterling, MA

$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

I am 19 years old and have a strong passion for aba. I have previously worked as a behavioral technician with children on the spectrum ages 2-16.
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Shelby F.


Ayer, MA

$28-40/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Skills For Special Needs

I have been working with children with varying personalities and abilities since I was a sunday school teaching assistant at the age of 14. I have worked with children with ADD, ADHD ASD, etc in various capacities. My passion inspired me to become a speech therapist in a special education setting. I specialize in Social...
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Barbara F.


West Boylston, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Veteran Homeschool Mom With Special Needs Experience

The majority of my college credits were earned in a Special Education program with a specialization in Early Childhood Resource Teaching. After successfully homeschooling my five children I completed my bachelor's degree in Management and Human Relations. I've worked in group homes with developmentally disabled adults, once as a...
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Sharon L.


Stow, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Sharon. I live in Stow. I have worked with children for more than 20 years. I have worked with children ages 2 months thru 12 years. I've worked with special needs children through the years. In the past 5 years I have worked with infants. I am CPR and first aide certified. I am also comfortable with pets. Thank...
Sharon can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lancaster, MA

Malayvanh S.

5.0

Malayvanh goes above and beyond and is very passionate and compassionate towards everyone especially with kids !

- Veronica R.

Kelley H.

5.0

I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She additionally helped change a bandage he had. She was very kind which put my grandfather at...

- Claudia S.

Kiley G.

5.0

Kiley is compassionate, responsible, knowledgeable and reliable. She is hard-working and is an excellent caregiver.

- Jillian A.

Jen G.

5.0

Jen is wonderful. I will totally have her watch my 4 month old twins when I finally decide to go back to work. Unfortunately, I decided to stay home a little longer. She expresses complete knowledge of children all ages, supplies references if needed, and takes the time to get to know your kids. I'm...

- Christian D.

Alena H.

5.0

Alena occasionally babysits my two children when we have date nights and she the kids and us love her! She helps out tremendously and we couldn't be more thankful. Consider hiring this awesome caregiver.

- Donna C.

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