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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lowell, MA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Lowell, MA

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Mary G.


Methuen, MA

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Child Care Giver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a 46 female living in the methuen area and I am a mother of two adult children and a grandmother of 1! I have been laid off recently and not looking to work back in the corporate world so I m looking for a change and to stay local. We have a dog so pets are not an issue. I have experience providing day care to...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Mary helped me transport child to school. She is a very reliable and trustworthy person. I texted her early in the morning one day due to the changed plan. She gave prompt response and arrived my home on time as usual. I highly recommend her."

Jenna Z.

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Kaitlin S.


Tewksbury, MA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

A little bit about myself. I'm 27 years old. 10+ years experience. Background working in Public Education Pre-K through 5th grade, special education (para/aid), after school programing, summer camps, nursery programing, and private care. Associates Degree and ECE Certificate I have training in CPR and First Aid, Concussion...
Kaitlin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

4.0
"Kaitlin was great at taking care of and entertaining (as well as being entertained by) our 16 month old daughter! Very quick to bond with our child and they had a lovely time together. Would definitely book her again!"

Coco M.

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Sophie J.


Wilmington, MA

$35-37/hr5 yrs exp

I have experience as an ABA therapist and have been working with children who have autism as well as ADHD.
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Jean G.


Andover, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Here To Support You And Your Family

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I always established a positive relationship with child and parents. I have the ability to deal with difficult situations with consideration and I demonstrated ability to interact successfully with students with special needs including ASD. I have over 20 years of experience working as a Special Needs Aide in schools and...
5.0
"A true angel. I wish I could keep her forever"

Sheida F.

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Nydia D.


Andover, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

I am an attentive, responsible, trustworthy, loving, caring certified caregiver and a mother. I have my CPR and first aid certificates. I am also a Home Health Aide, CNA, and PCA. I have been doing this type of care for 17 years there for I am well-experienced and trained in child care. Working with kids of all ages is my...
Nydia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Nydia is very caring and loving. She has excellent organizational skills and helped us transition from a home layout of baby to toddler as my son grew up. She always on time and considerate of our time and sons needs. I highly recommend her as a very professional...

Kathy R.

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Antonietta F.


Pelham, NH

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With 35 Years Of Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Annette and I have been working in the child care industry for 35 years. I graduated from college with a Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Child Psychology. The first 15 years of my career was spent working with children with special needs. For the past 20 years, I have worked as a nanny, caring for infants up to...
Antonietta can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Antonietta is my sister. I have a 10 year old daughter who thinks of my sister as her second mother! Antonietta is outstanding at understanding children, caring for children and simply being around children. I always say it takes a special person to be around...

Josie B.

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Maura P.


Methuen, MA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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...

Kelly B.

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Lisa L.


Westford, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Specialist

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in elder care for most of my adult life as a Home Health Aid and Program Director. These roles provide me with many skills, both in caring for people physically but also cognitively. I can keep your loved one engaged, stimulated and interested in things around them. I am highly qualified and skilled in helping...
Lisa can also help with: Visiting nurse, home modification, respite care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Lisa is an extremely skilled caregiver and exceptional person. Her thoughtful, creative approach and terrific sense of humor have had a dramatic, positive impact on my wife. My wife has young onset Alzheimer's and Lisa's care has empowered her, allowing her to feel...

Michael L.

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Vanesa D.


Methuen, MA

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

Field staff/direct care for 2 years, Enjoyed babysitting kids, experience with autism. I love helping others and enjoy seeing someone relax.
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Maura P.


Methuen, MA

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

Maura's Mission

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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Samantha C.


Tewksbury, MA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher (PreK-8)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dual Masters Degree - Lesley University Moderate Disabilities (Pre-K) & Elementary Ed. (1-6) 5+ Years Experience Experience working with students with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Etc. Experience with Preschool Ages Students as well as 2nd - 5th Grade.
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Rick P.


Wilmington, MA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Direct Support Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work in a Direct Support role for adults with disabilities and have experience as a Skills Trainer for adolescents and young adults with ASD and other developmental and intellectual disabilities through the DESE/DDS program. I also have Family Support case management experience in a DDS contracted Family Support Center.
5.0
"Rick has worked with my son many times. He is very dependable, and my son really enjoys his company! I hired Rick to take my son out into the community, and they have a great time together. I will definitely be hiring him again and again :)"

Tricia S.

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Monica D.


Tewksbury, MA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have been in the health care industry for for way over 28 years. I am very dependable, honest, caring, compassionate, and above all I have sensor of humor. Ref furnished on request.
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Christina C.


Billerica, MA

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

Custom Care Giver Available

My experience as a personal care provider began when I was attending Northern Essex Community College, majoring in Human Services. For 10+ years I have expanded my knowledge and duties as a PCA. My experience includes special needs and elder care: helping with ADL's, mobility, cleaning, meal prepping, medication prompting etc.....
Christina can also help with: Home modification, personal care
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Maura P.


Methuen, 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: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

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Sophia C.


Dracut, MA

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny For The Summer

Hello! I have had experience with babysitting since I was 12 years old. I have watched children of all ages, and have experience with multiple children at once. Throughout my last two years of high school, I had internships with an elementary school, where I was a teacher's aide, and at an early intervention program where we...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Kelsey L.


Billerica, MA

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, My name is Kelsey, and I d love to tell you a little about myself to see if I might be a good fit for what you and your family are looking for! I am 25 years old and have my Bachelor s degree in elementary education. I would describe myself as a laid back, patient and responsible person who loves to be silly and have fun....
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Pamela L.


Billerica, MA

$18-23/hr5 yrs exp

Creative And Experienced Nanny, Sitter, And Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a recent made a career change leaving financial services to become a middle school math teacher. I'm currently applying to graduate programs to start next fall and studying to take the teachers licence tests. I started babysitting in seventh grade, and since then I have worked with many different families from infants to...
Pamela can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Marie L.


Lawrence, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Reliable With Special Needs

I have over 11 years of experience working with individuals who have various special needs. I have worked with a variety of diagnosis and have no issue learning how to help with new ones. I am well versed on ADLs, cooking, cleaning, medication administration, taking someone for an appointment, or just providing appropriate...
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Crystal T.


Tyngsboro, MA

$27/hr4 yrs exp

Crystal!

Hi! I am a teacher/therapist that works with kids with special needs. I have worked 1:1 with kids from the ages of 5-17 for 3. 5 years now. I am an older sister to 4 boys and 2 girls. I come from a big family which ultimately led me to love children. I am very patient, energetic, and reliable person. I am good at helping kids...
Crystal can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lowell, MA

Mary G.

5.0

Mary is wonderful with our kids! She does after school pick ups along with taking them to activities. She thoughtful and energetic, just what kids need.

- Sreya S.

Kaitlin S.

5.0

Kaitlin is wonderful with my infant twins. She interacts with them and keeps them busy. She is also great with my two year old daughter who sees her before daycare.

- Katie W.

Jean G.

5.0

A true angel. I wish I could keep her forever

- Sheida F.

Nydia D.

5.0

Always on time. Great with kids! Very kind, pleasant knowledge and definitely someone I would hire again.

- Norrine K.

Antonietta F.

5.0

Antonietta is my sister. I have a 10 year old daughter who thinks of my sister as her second mother! Antonietta is outstanding at understanding children, caring for children and simply being around children. I always say it takes a special person to be around children all day (coming from someone...

- Josie B.

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