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Find special needs caregivers in Lancaster, MA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lancaster, MA

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Lancaster, MA

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Sharon L.


Stow, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Barbara F.


West Boylston, MA

$25/hr10 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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Barbara F.


West Boylston, MA

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Kind And Gentle Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a caretaker at heart and have taken care of people of all ages with a variety of special needs. I'm calm, creative, resourceful, and encouraging. Helping people make the best of their lives, whatever their situation may be, is something I find very rewarding.
Barbara can also help with: Dementia, companionship, visiting physician, specialized care
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Sharon L.


Stow, MA

$17-33/hr5 yrs exp

Hello my name is Sharon. I have worked for over 30 years with children of all abilities. I've worked with people ages infant through 97 years old. I love to help people with any needs. I have also used multiple medical equipment and devices. I would like to meet your family if I sound like a possible match. Thank you for reading...
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Erin D.


Leominster, MA

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Super Energetic And Ready To Help And Have A Ton Of Fun!

Hello! I am a very energetic and excited individual. I am 20 years old, and have a lot of experience working with children. I have been babysitting for over 7 years and have worked at multiple summer camps with children ranging in the ages of 6-17. Also I am active Adult Leader in the Scouts, BSA Program. I am currently a...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Anna C, Lunenburg Ma Hi! I am 18 years old, and just graduated from lunenburg high this year! I am attending college in the fall of 2019 in hopes of becoming a special education teacher. I am super energetic, smiley and very outgoing! I love taking care of kids and taking them out exploring and just overall having a good time...
Licensed Special Education Teacher: Moderate Disabilities grades 5-12 Previous Dance Teacher grades K-12 I have worked in adult day habilitation programs for 5 years. I have worked in home based residential programs as well as provided in home assistance for a person diagnosed with MS. I have experience working in transitional...
Hi I'm Jaffrey, nice to meet you! I have cared my whole life for my older brother Mathias who has Down syndrome. I have always loved and cared for him and his friends with special needs. My senior year in high school I decided to get a job at Western Dupage Special Recreation Association (WDSRA) in Illinois where I am from. I...
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Bailey S.


Stow, MA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Caregiver

Hello! My name is Bailey and I am a 19-year-old student at Clark University. When I'm not in school I live in Stow, MA and spend most of my time as a care-giver. When I was 13 I started working at daycares, then worked as a camp counselor, camp leader, babysitter, nanny, and PCA for children and adults with special needs. I've...
I'm a nursing student ready to assist you with activities of daily life and make sure each part of the job is done with love and care
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Erin G.


Leominster, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs/Typical/Creative And Caring

10 plus years in education field. In the schools, home, and residential programs. Mother of two, mature.
Erin can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Mackenzie M.


Clinton, MA

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hey! I'm Mackenzie! I have over over 10 years experience in caring for children and teens including those with diverse needs and care plans! I strive to create an inclusive environment in which all children feel valued and supported, providing personalized care.
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Josie D.


Bolton, MA

$18-28/hr4 yrs exp

Bubbly Sitter :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Josie! I am a kind-hearted college student looking for a summer job. I have around 4 years of experience working with children of different ages, ranging from ages three months to 7 years old. I worked at a daycare in high school and have been babysitting for almost five years now. I also worked as a Personal Care...
Josie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Trisha G.


Boylston, MA

$30-50/hr16 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...
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Edith F.


Bolton, MA

$20-50/hr15 yrs exp

I've been a childcare provider for 15 years because I love nurturing children and helping them learn and grow. My experience includes caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I have also worked with children with special needs. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I have a knack for making children feel...
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Nicole B.


Clinton, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Seeking A Family

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...
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Amber C.


Leominster, MA

$23-33/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Amber and I worked as an aide in healthcare for 10 years, spending time intermittently as a part time mentor. My kid brother is autistic and schizoaffective bipolar, so I've spent my life in the company of those with a range of special needs and abilities. The best aspect of personal and professional roles has...
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Meredith C.


Clinton, MA

$28-35/hr1 yrs exp

Neurodivergent Friendly

I worked previously as an RBT and currently work in a preschool with spacial needs/ ASD kiddos. I strive to be compassionate, nurturing, and supportive in their development needs.
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Amber C.


Leominster, MA

$24-34/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Patient Aide

Hello, my name is Amber and I worked as an aide in healthcare for 10 years. I'm very grateful for the time I've spent being a caregiver and am now a mum to a happy little girl that was born in January of this year. My time in healthcare was spent primarily in long term settings; nursing homes with memory care units and group...
Amber can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

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Bethany P.


Leominster, MA

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I am a licensed special education teacher offering tutoring services for school age children from 3rd grade to 6th grade in the subjects of reading, writing, math, organization, social skills and coping skills. Safety has always been the core of my teaching philosophy. No matter how interesting, knowledgeable, pleasant or...

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