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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Melrose, MA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Melrose, MA
Rafael V.
Melrose, MA
$35-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Psychologist by degree love to deal with all kind of patients. Positive attitude makes the difference for a good progress.
Licensed CNA - 4 years experience with elderly patients with different diagnosis. Large experience with patients with Chronic pain disease related, pain management, dementia, and depression. MAP (medication...
5.0
"We have been very grateful to hire Rafael to mentor my son who is on the spectrum and has other psychiatric diagnoses. Rafael is extremely professional, well versed in his field and has not only been helpful in terms of working to progress maturity and social...
Beth S.
I love the connections and friendships that are made by all the families and people involved - life changing fun.
Hi, I'm Morgan!
I have been a caregiver, nanny, and household manager for over 11 years. I have experience working with multiple types of needs including but not limited to; cerebral palsy, g-tubes, speech delays, motor delays, and using equipment (wheelchair, standers, medical beds, walkers, taking devices).
I have a passion...
Amanda F.
Melrose, MA
$19-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a reliable, communicative and patient kind hearted person who has been working with kids for 12+ years, and also have worked with special ed kids as well.
Hi, I'm Melissa. I'm a mom of three and a part time student at North Shore Community College. I have been working with children, both as a nanny and as an LNA caring for special needs children, for 20 years. I truly love working with children and enjoy activities such as lots of time playing outside (I believe this is very...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
Hi, I'm Morgan!
I have been a full time professional nanny for 12+ years. I currently work full time in Cambridge and live in Melrose/Malden area.
I'm available for evening childcare, date night babysitting, fill in care and providing overnight care. I have experience with children from infancy to teens.
I have a passion for...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Craig R.
Melrose, MA
$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a caregiver with three years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. Approachable and patient, I ensure open communication with parents about their child's day and any concerns. Having formal training in early child development, First Aid, and CPR, I'm also...
Craig can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Olivia. I graduated Clemson University with a degree in Biology and Psychology. I will be attending Physician Assistant school in 2025!
My mother is a professor for early education at UMASS Boston, so childcare has always been at the forefront of my life.
I promote independence, creativity, curiosity, and...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia is wonderful with children! I couldn't recommend her more highly! Thank you, Olivia!"
Mary K.
5.0
(3)
I have worked with children for 13+ years in a variety of roles, including assistant dance instructor, children's counselor at recreational programs, lead infant teacher in a childcare center, and most recently as a full-time nanny. I completed coursework in child growth and development, children with special needs, child...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"My daughters (2 years & 6 months) love when Ashley comes to babysit. Ashley always has fun activities planned and is focused 100% on my girls the whole time. Ashley incorporates their own individual growth and development in her group activities. She knows how to...
Katie S.
Ivone R.
Everett, MA
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(5)
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, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia and I am currently a special education Kindergarten teacher in the Waltham Public Schools. I have a license in both moderate special needs Prek-8 and a masters in severe special needs, all levels. I have extensive experience nannying and I feel very confident when working and looking after...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Olivia has a wonderfully calm demeanor which is well suited to working with kids. She is also creative and has the ability to engage challenging kids. She watched my 2 year old and 4-month old and I wouldn't have felt comfortable leaving my kids with anyone else at...
Danielle M.
Chelsea J.
Cambridge, MA
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi i'm Chelsea! I am a young professional who just graduated from grad school and moved to Cambridge from North Carolina. While I am currently working a 9-5 in biotech I miss working with kids in my day-to-day.
For the past two years, before I moved to Boston, I was working as a nanny/home health aide for a family with 4 kids....
Chelsea can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Chelsea was great with our kids and immediately engaged my 5 year old in conversation. We will definitely have her babysit again!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Gabriela and I am a 26-year-old career nanny! I have nannied for over 6 years; as a live-in nanny, a daytime nanny for multiple children and as a PCA for a toddler with limited abilities. I have worked with children ages ranging from newborn to 12 years old. I have worked with multiple children with special needs &...
Gabriela can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gabriela did a great job taking care of our children, would surely hire her again or recommend her! She was punctual and flexible."
Mayank J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a patient, energetic and playful nanny! I have 6 years of experience with kids from 3 months to 10 years old. I have training in first aid, CPR, and working with children with special needs. I am a very patient person with many different techniques to cater towards the needs of different children. I strive to create a fun...
Bella can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bella is highly patient with children and has an extremely creative way of engaging kids."
Annmarie B.
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
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.
Isabelle S.
South Boston, MA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
New Graduate Looking For Nannying Job In Boston (Trilingual, & Performing Arts Coach!)
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a graduate of The New School in NYC and am moving to South Boston this month. I have years of experience with children, through nannying for various families, private coaching in performing arts, and group teaching experience. I am CPR certified, have taken care of children ages 6 months and up, and have volunteered in a...
Isabelle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very good with kids, very down to earth, would highly recommend and honestly should’ve paid her more. She’s a gem of a human being, hire her!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hi everyone! I am a Pediatric RN with 4 years of experience on an infant/toddler step down critical care unit.
I have experience in:
-prematurity
-tracheostomies
-ng tubes
-G tubes
-J tubes
-central lines
-changing
-feeding
-PN and lipids
-ostomies
-OEIS
-spit fistulas
-Straight catheterization
-foleys
-injections
-all...
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm an experienced nanny, seeking 2-3 days/week infant care (5/1 on). I have a wide range of experience including as a nanny with infants and toddlers, in infant/toddler daycares, and after school programs, but my main specialty is infants. My most recent positions include working with infants (4 - 13 mos, 6 - 14 mos, 5 - 18...
Jacqueline can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jackie started with us when my son was 4.5 months old. As a new mom, I was hesitant about leaving him with anyone but Jackie made us feel comfortable from the start. It’s was clear to us that she had a lot of experience. She and my son established a really nice...
Care member
Daisy S.
Dorchester, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Care Provider/ Behavior Analyst/Special Education Teacher
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I've been nannying for 6 years. I nannied children from ages 0-13. During those experiences, I meal prepped, drove children to activities, date nights, homework help, and the list goes on! I also have experience nannying/tutoring children with special needs. I am a Lesley University graduate for special education. I am...
Daisy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Daisy is absolutely lovely. She is warm and authentic, and her genuine enjoyment of kids is so clear."
Marjanna B.
5.0
(3)
I have been babysitting for 4 years now. I am certified in first aid, CPR, special needs education. I have my CDA and 5 years of teaching experience. I bring a wealth of knowledge to ensure the well-being and growth of your children. I prioritize safety above all else, and I am responsible, understanding, and determined to take...
Esterlin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Esterlin was Amazing my son loved her, She was super active and played with him and she helped him with his Spanis homework. "
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Melrose, MA
Rafael V.
5.0
We have been very grateful to hire Rafael to mentor my son who is on the spectrum and has other psychiatric diagnoses. Rafael is extremely professional, well versed in his field and has not only been helpful in terms of working to progress maturity and social appropriateness for my son but he has...
- Beth S.
Olivia C.
5.0
My two kids absolutely loved her! I hired her after she helped take care of my two dogs and did just an A+ job. She never fails to disappoint me, my fur babies, or my real babies! Definitely one of the best babysitters we have hired!
- Lucy J.
Ashley B.
5.0
My daughters (2 years & 6 months) love when Ashley comes to babysit. Ashley always has fun activities planned and is focused 100% on my girls the whole time. Ashley incorporates their own individual growth and development in her group activities. She knows how to balance all the fun with keeping my...
- Katie S.
Ivone R.
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 Ivone made sure to sing, play, and...
- Katherine O.
Olivia B.
5.0
Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and I recommend her highly!
- Amy B.
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Ratings for Melrose, MA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Melrose, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.