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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 $20/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Medford, MA

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Lorraine B.


Medford, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Dependable Caregiver.

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With 20+ years of experience in senior care, child care and special needs care, I specialize in providing compassionate reliable support to individuals and their families with diverse needs including those requiring dementia care while aging at home. My extensive background includes hands-on assistance with a daily living...
Lorraine can also help with: Transportation, errands, respite care, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Denzil P.


Roxbury, MA

$17-35/hr4 yrs exp

Caring And Committed Caregiver And Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I provide tutoring and babysitting services to special needs students, after school and on weekends. I also provide PCA support to adults with spinal chord injury or have cerebral palsy. I also have a 26-year-old son - a US Navy veteran - who is currently away in college. I'm caring, patient and diligent.
Denzil can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Denzil was among the best caregivers we ever worked with to help with our severely autistic son. Denzil is warm, open, and energetic. He would take our son to the local park and I always felt confident that no matter what came up, Denzil could handle it. I should...

Alysia A.

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Marlene G.


Roslindale, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Attentive and responsible 34-year-old part time babysitter with over 12 years of paid experience. Prioritizes reading and educational activities such as arts and crafts. Enjoys cooking and outdoor activities. Fluent in Spanish and English. Keeps busy during nap times with some light house keeping. Adult, child and infant CPR...
Marlene can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Marlene is wonderful! She sat my 6 and 8 year old while we enjoyed a date night. She was punctual, kind, responsible and fun! We look forward to having her again!"

Kara S.

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Alexis P.


Malden, MA

$30-35/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I have been a patient and loving child care provider for over 9 years. I have cared for children ranging in ages from infant through age 13 . Additionally, I have experience with special needs as I was a personal caretaker for a child with autism and epilepsy for three years. I am CPR and first aid certified! I graduated...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alexis is punctual, safety conscious, and patient with children. She watched my son from when he was 15 months to when he was 3. Her responsibilities were helping to potty train him, feeding him, bathing him, and changing his diaper. I would highly recommend her as...

George S.

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Destiny B.


Roxbury, MA

$15-25/hr

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Zana and I am interested in providing care to your loved one(s). I have experience in Hospitality, Human Services, and care for kids, seniors, and disabled people. I am CPR certified. Most excitingly, I am a mother of Irish twins! I am currently in school to become a Registered Nurse!
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Athena Z.


Watertown, MA

$15-25/hr

Student Clinician In Graduate School For Speech Language Pathology

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a graduate student in Boston studying to become a licensed speech language pathologist. My interests include working with children and students with a variety of delays/disorders such as Autism, Down Syndrome, and other developmental, cognitive and/or intellectual disabilities.
5.0
"Works well with special needs children, has good teaching skills. I am planning on using her as often as I can."

Peter G.

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Chloe K.


Lynn, MA

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, families! My name is Chloe, and I am a nanny with 2 years of experience in providing exceptional childcare. In addition, I have worked as a special needs substitute teacher and while obtaining a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology I worked as a personal care assistant for two disabled individuals (physical and cognitive)....
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have 3 kids ranging from 3-10. Chloe is outstanding with all 3 of them. My youngest has never liked anyone besides myself and his grandmother, but begs Chloe to come back when she leaves. She takes them out to playgrounds, and can keep them entertained for hours....

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Katie K.


West Roxbury, MA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I recently graduated from Ithaca College in NY. I now live in Boston and working at an advertising agency Monday - Friday. I love children and would love to help out as much as you need it when I am free! I swam and rowed Varsity at IC, and I am a very active person. I love children and have been babysitting neighbors and...
Katie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katie is AMAZING! She nannied for our three-year-old for three months. Katie is extremely patient and caring, responsible, fun, and flexible. She truly went above and beyond with caring for our son, and we are so grateful. We are going to miss her so much when we...

Ashley D.

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Gaby S.


Brighton, MA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a friendly and patient caregiver with six years of experience, I'm passionate about providing a safe, fun, and educational environment for children. My desire to make a positive impact on their lives and support families motivates me to go above and beyond. I believe in open and transparent communication with parents,...
Gaby can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gaby nannied for my 3 boys (age ranges from under 1 to 8) and was wonderful. She is trustworthy, reliable, and great with the kids. Her responsibilities included driving the kids to school and activities, feeding them dinner, playing, etc. I’d highly recommend...

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Anna Z.


Dorchester Center, MA

$15/hr

Sitter/Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I grew up with a family friend who had a daughter with Down Syndrome. I had the opportunity to babysit her and to just spend time with her throughout the years. In high school I was in a club called Peer Connections, which focused on building relationships with students who had mental and/or physical special needs. I loved this...
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Leonie C.


Somerville, MA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Mom Of Mentally Ill Son

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Mom with years of advocacy for and care of a mentally ill child offers expertise and assistance. I am PATIENT and Kind. Let's talk.
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Justine J.


South Boston, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Education Teacher With Masters Degree Available Full Time

I have been working in the special education field for 12 years. I started working as a paraprofessional in a therapeutic school at 18. I ran my own classroom at 22. I have a Masters Degree and a wide range of experience. I'm young, energetic and looking to work with families who need my support. I am able to provide child care,...
5.0
"She's an incredible caretaker!!!!!"

Megan K.

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Meghan S.


Charlestown, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! my name is Meg. I have 12 years full time childcare experience that includes ages newborn to 9 years old and special needs children/adults. I have excellent references, I am EEC certified, CPR/first aid certified, valid drivers license and clean driving record. I look forward to speaking with you about how I can become an...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Meg has worked for my family, and I cannot say enough positive things about her. Her excellence is apparent in so many ways: her reliability, judgment, competence, initiative, problem solving skills, honesty, work ethic, flexibility, professionalism, and ability...

Jane E.

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Judith B.


Dorchester, MA

$15-30/hr9 yrs exp

I'm a teacher for 8 years and a mom and I'm a residential counselor for baycove human services, I love taking good care of others.
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Jacirah F.


Dorchester, MA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver/Tutor Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always had a passion for working with children, I have over 6 years experience in childcare including working in daycare centers, teaching preschool, and being a full time nanny. I worked as an assistant teacher for over 3 years, earning my CPR and First Aid certifications through them. Working as a floater in daycares made...
Jacirah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jacirah is very nice and friendly. My child was immediately comfortable with her and I felt at ease, I would definitely be using her as a consistent babysitter going forward."

Nicole C.

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Denzil P.


Roxbury, MA

$15-50/hr2 yrs exp

Passionate Caregiver And Father

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a proud father to a 24-year-old son who served 4 years in the US Navy, and attended public schools and was in the special education strand in elementary school. My son, Jajuan is currently a college student in Tokyo. I bring my experiences as a parent to my role as a passionate educator/childcare giver. I believe that I am...
5.0
"We were incredibly lucky to have worked with Denzil, as he was a source of support and nurturing for our teenage son making that challenging transition into middle school. Denzil is a highly trained special education teacher who also works one-on-one to help young...

Michelle P.

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Ivone R.


Everett, MA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I already took care of children from 2 months to 10 years. Plus I do have experience with children with special needs.
Ivone can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Ivone has been a wonderful caregiver for our daughter. We are moving unexpectedly, but are so grateful for the care that Ivone has provided for our 7-month-old over the past three months. She is bubbly and effusive, patient, and eager to help. We appreciate that...

Katherine O.

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Emma S.


South Boston, MA

$18-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Emma and I am 24 years old. I absolutely love working with kids. I have worked at two different summer camps with children ranging from ages 3-12 along with children of special needs. In addition, I have babysat children from 6 months-13 years old and nannied full time the past four summers. I am CPR certified...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emma is an outstanding babysitter! We hired her to watch our 14 month old son for a date night. She is kind, responsive and very comfortable with children. She did a great job taking care of him for the few hours we were gone. We can't wait for her to babysit...

Kate F.

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Rita D.


Boston, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Very Experienced Nanny In Boston

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Rita, I am an energetic and loving Nanny. My passion is caring for children of all ages, and I love taking care of newborns. I have many years of experience. I have worked with newborns, toddlers, multiples, infant twins and premature infant triplets with special needs. I am infant/toddler certified and First Aid/CPR...
Rita can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"To whom it may concern. Rita A. was employed by us for 12 months, helping take care of our triplet infants. We are very sad to lose Rita because we moved. Rita was a godsend during the most stressful year of our lives. Rita is a gentle person who was focused...

Anne N.

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Nicole C.


East Boston, MA

$25-50/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced And Knowledgeable Tutor

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an elementary school teacher living in Boston. I am fun and compassionate and love promoting hands on and outdoor learning experiences for kids. I have experience working with special needs students as well as managing behavior in my class. I also have worked as a nanny and camp counselor. I have a masters degree in...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Nicole has taken care of our children all summer (ages 9 & 10) and has been fantastic - compassionate, creative, responsible, and fun. She was flexible with constantly changing schedules. She arrived for the day with ideas for activities. My daughter completely...

Erica F.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Medford, MA

Denzil P.

5.0

Denzil was among the best caregivers we ever worked with to help with our severely autistic son. Denzil is warm, open, and energetic. He would take our son to the local park and I always felt confident that no matter what came up, Denzil could handle it. I should add that our son (then nine) could...

- Alysia A.

Marlene G.

5.0

Although we have only been working with her a short time, Marlene has been great so far. She's very warm and patient with our two children aged 3.5 yrs and 18 mos. She's communicative, punctual, and easy to work with. We'd have no problem recommending her.

- Ryan H.

Alexis P.

5.0

Alexis is punctual, safety conscious, and patient with children. She watched my son from when he was 15 months to when he was 3. Her responsibilities were helping to potty train him, feeding him, bathing him, and changing his diaper. I would highly recommend her as a caregiver and would hire her...

- George S.

Athena Z.

5.0

Works well with special needs children, has good teaching skills. I am planning on using her as often as I can.

- Peter G.

Chloe K.

5.0

Chloe is my top choice!! an amazing and dependable babysitter!! My two kids ages 5 and 6 have loved nothing more than for her being around to help out while I am at work. She has done so much for my family while being a single mom is hard and finding the right person for my children has been hard,...

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