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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Medford, MA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Medford, MA

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Emily A.


Medford, MA

$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Energetic Teacher On Summer Break!

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Science teacher in Douglas, MA with experience as an EMT and PCA for 3+ years. Looking forward to connecting!
5.0
"Emily knows just how to handle my special needs young adult when he is upset. She's great with de-escalating the challenging family situations that occur in my home. She's super responsible and clear headed, too."

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Melissa I.


Medford, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Creative Childcare Provider Seeking Nanny Position Close To Water Town.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My Qualifications: -10+ Years experience in childcare/nanny various ages. - Certified Respite Care Provider for Children w Autism. - Loves engaging Children in creative arts. -Big fan of outdoor activities - Creative, Patient, and Flexible. - Non-Smoker/ and health conscious - Loves Museums/History/and Art. - Excellent...
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Natasha H.


Medford, MA

$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Natasha and I'm an Occupational Therapy Doctoral student at Tufts University. I have a breadth of experience working with kids in various settings, including special needs and recreational after-school programs. I love to plan craft activities and fun games, and would be able to help out with light housekeeping...
Natasha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!"

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Rachel Y.


Medford, MA

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a freshman in college, I have been babysitting for about 5 years now in cities in the Boston area, such as Medford, Winchester, Woburn, and Arlington. I have babysat children ranging from infants to middle-schoolers, and everything in between. I am very friendly and bond extremely well with young children. I have babysat...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Melissa L.


Medford, MA

$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience Special Education Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a certified special education teacher and tutor, I have worked with children with a variety of needs. I have experience working with children with cognitive, social- emotional and physical delays. I am kind patient and supportive and have a positive approach to helping each child I work with succeed.
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Sophie D.


Medford, MA

$15-25/hr

Speech/Language + Special Education

I have experience working with children on the Autism Spectrum, ADHD, apraxia, along with a wide range of speech disorders and expressive and receptive language disorders
I have worked as an intern at an alternative school for students with emotional, behavioral and developmental disorders. While I am not paid for this position, I have gained over 450 hours of experience working with students ages 10 - 22. I usually work in a group setting of eight students. I am very comfortable with ABA and can...
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Pam M.


Medford, MA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Patient And Witty

Hi- My name is Pam and I live in Medford Mass with my husband, adult daughter and two cats! I have many, many years of experience working with young children both in their homes and educational settings ( daycares and preschools ). A passion of mine has always been to work with older children and adults with disabilities and...
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Justina S.


Medford, MA

$19-24/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hi Everbody

My names Justina I am 30 loving , outgoing and very organized. I have a special needs 6-year-old daughter and a 9-year-old son with some sensory issues but nothing like my daughter who is non verbal and autistic. I have a lot of experience with routines , re-directing and feeding/ bathing !!
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Taylor R.


Medford, MA

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Throughout my time at UMass Amherst, I have created a passion for learning about psychology and how it ties to special education. I have worked as a substitute teacher at Amherst High School in the special education department. I am also CPR certified. I have experience with developmental delays, Autism, Down Syndrome, and so...
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Rachel Y.


Medford, MA

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Rachel and I have 5 years of experience working with those diagnosed with autism and/or ADHD. I work full time for an elementary school as an ABA. I am available during the after school/evenings during the week.
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Erin N.


Medford, MA

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Growing up I had severe social anxiety and selective autism in which I struggled to speak to adults and peers. Due to my lack of engagement and communication with classmates, I was encouraged to spend another year in preschool before attending kindergarten. Due to these experiences, I'm passionate about providing children...
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Hannah E.


Medford, MA

$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I have been my little cousin's nanny for 8 years and she has Down Syndrome. I have been her Para at school/after school activities. I have been apart of her IEP meetings, and been her supporter at the Buddy Walk and Special Olympics. She is the reason my goal in life is to have my own Non-profit Theater Company for Special Needs...
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Luciannie L.


Medford, MA

$26-41/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello I have over 10 years of experience I m comfortable with every client and I m ready to work you
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Gabrielle C.


Medford, MA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Learning Is Love. Creating Happiness One Mess At A Time!

Gabby C from Plantation, FL. Hi There! I have been working with children on and off for 15 years. My mother has been a teacher for over 30 years. She works with children with special needs. I totally get my passion from her! In my teenage years I worked as a camp counselor and as a gymnastics coach/party host for all ages. In...
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Justina S.


Medford, MA

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi my names justina I am 30 years old . I have 7 years of experience with babysitting. From watching my own neices and nephews growing up to having my own. I have a special needs 6year-old girl who's autistic and a 9year-old boy so I'm experienced with autism and redirecting the child if needed. My patience are amazing due to...
Justina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Rachel Y.


Medford, MA

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have over 6 years of experience working with children with special needs. I work in education and am available for afternoon care starting the fall of 2024.
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Hannah E.


Medford, MA

$15-25/hr • 15 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Hannah I have been been a nanny for over 10 years now. I have cared for children from a newborn to 14 years old. I have cared for special needs majority of my life. I work as a paraprofessional in an intensive learning program for children on the autism spectrum. I have been a PCA for my little cousin...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Sarah B.


Medford, MA

$21-26/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Sarah (26) I live in Medford Ma. I am currently taking a break from the corporate world I have been working in to go back to my passion of working in childcare. My passion started early on in my childhood of being the neighborhood babysitter to being camp consular at multiple camps to working in a special needs...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Hannah C.


Medford, MA

$28/hr • 7 yrs exp

Ready To Provide A Safe And Pleasant Experience For You And Your Family.

I'd describe my personality as fun, empathetic, and creative I like working with kids because I enjoy watching them grow and there curiosity as they learn the world around them. I started working with kids very early on and originally started with being a caregiver for my brother who has special needs which turned into my...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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