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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Newton Center, MA

The average rate is $30/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Newton Center, MA

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Brayan A.


Newton Center, MA

$25-50/hr2 yrs exp

An Experienced Caregiver Building Relationships And Providing Exceptional Care To Disabled/elderly

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I'd describe my personality as happy, compassionate and caring I like caring for people with special needs because I enjoy helping others I'm looking for a job that makes me feel good with what I do. I want to work in a field where I know I'll be good at what I'm doing. I started caring for people with special needs when I...
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Fengming Z.


Newton Center, MA

$45/hr

Patiently And Friendly

I am a bachelor, graduated in China, I have taught mathematics for more than 30 years, and the students are everywhere. I like to keep healthy and healthy for others, I can massage, I am good in taking care to those people/person that actually need special treatment. I will teach you how to eat healthy, how to exercise properly,...
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Lani V.


Newton Center, MA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Parent Coaching, Systems Navigation, & Advocacy For Families

Please see my babysitter profile if you are interested in childcare for your child with special needs. I am the proud single mother to 2 teens with complex special needs. I am a transracial adoptive parent who has personal experience navigating state systems including DCF, DMH, MBHP and Masshealth. Professionally, I have worked...
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Talia H.


Newton Center, MA

$16-21/hr6 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible Sitter Who Loves Hanging Out With Kids!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Talia, and I'm studying education at Clark University here in Worcester. I've done a lot of work with kids in my life, taking serious momentum about 6 years ago. I work with a non profit in Worcester called Main IDEA where we do free arts education with kids, and I've got a handful of experiences in different...
Talia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lani V.


Newton Center, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher And Mom Available For Part Time Summer Childcare

Hello families! I am a career educator of over 20 years, with licenses in Moderate Special Needs, Reading, Early Childhood, and ESL. As a proud single mother to 2 teens with complex special needs, I really miss younger kiddos. I grew up babysitting and professionally nannied in my 20s. Looking to provide occasional childcare...
Lani can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

My name is Clara! I have worked in childcare for the last few years. I am currently looking for a new family to work with. I was with my last family until I had my son and am looking for a family that need part time hours. I have worked at special needs summer camps so have a range of experience with kids faced with challenges I...
Clara can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Sarah A.


Weston, MA

$20-22/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hello families! I have an extensive background working with young children, and I am an Early Childhood and Special Needs education major at Syracuse University. I have babysat for several years, worked at a summer camp for two years, worked at a preschool for a semester, as well as volunteered at a special needs horseback...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sarah is a sweetheart of a person whom the kids gravitate to. She has watched my two nieces (ages 4 and 7) on a variety of occasions and was a pleasure to work with. As a special education and middle school math teacher, I don't leave my nieces with just anyone!...

Amanda C.

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Nicole C.


Somerville, MA

$18-30/hr7 yrs exp

Reliable

3.6

(9)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with twins, add/adhd, and special needs. I have experience also with children 5 months old and up. Also available short notice!
Nicole can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We hired Nicole to watch my elderly mom with dementia and she was nothing short of amazing! She was always a few minutes early and had the patients of a saint. I would highly recommend her for any babysitting needs you may have. The woman has patience’s of a saint...

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Olivia B.


Arlington, MA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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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Rachel Y.


Medford, MA

$10-15/hr4 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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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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Nancy D.


Natick, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi Everyone, my name is Nancy and here is a Bio of what I have to offer, I will keep it short. I have been taking care of children for over 20 years. Typical and Special needs. I can help out with almost anything. I love cooking and baking, I have lots of energy if needed, for those high energy children. I was a recreation...
Nancy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nancy has watched my kids a few times and I would hire her again in an instant! She is attentive to their needs and truly cares about her charges. And the house is always spotless when I come home!!"

Jenn P.

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Lauren H.


Brookline, MA

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Lauren and I recently graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a bachelors in social work. I am from a suburb of metro Detroit, where I have extensive experience with children of all ages, especially involving children with special needs. I will be moving to Boston in September and would love to nanny full...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We love Lauren! My kids absolutely love her and she is very responsible with them. She drove them to activities and I 100 percent trust her. She worked for us for about 4 years. My youngest grew up with her since he was around 6 months old. I highly recommend...

Marla S.

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Lesley F.


Brighton, MA

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Kind Babysitter Available!

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

My name is Lesley. I am available to babysit on an as-needed basis. For 5 years, I worked as an assistant teacher for special needs students in an elementary school. I have over 10 years of experience caring for kids of all ages in their homes or in a professional daycare setting. I'm CPR and First Aid trained with plenty...
Lesley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Lesley was wonderful. She took initiative, was extremely communicative about all the details of working for me, was very punctual, and was able to manage behavioral challenges with multiple children. I would highly recommend Lesley and would absolutely hire again...

Lisa R.

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Jacqueline D.


Lexington, MA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Warm, Loving, Highest Quality Care For Your Infant

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm an experienced nanny, seeking occasional babysitting of infants. I have a wide range of experience including as a nanny with infants and toddlers, in infant and toddler daycare, 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 -...
Jacqueline can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jackie has been taking care of my daughter 2-3 days a week since she was 6 months old. She will be transitioning to daycare at 15 months which is why we are ending with Jackie. Even since our first week, I felt totally comfortable and had peace of mind leaving my...

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Daisy S.


Dorchester, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider/ Behavior Analyst/Special Education Teacher

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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Daisy is absolutely lovely. She is warm and authentic, and her genuine enjoyment of kids is so clear."

Marjanna B.

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Hollie J.


Arlington, MA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver, Babysitting, Special Needs, Senior Care, Family Care

Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood

For many years, I have cared for children, from infants to adolescents. Most recently I have been a nanny for two 1-year-old little boys, a 2-year-old little girl, and I continue to work with children and adolescents in my professional career. For several years, I have worked as a theater teacher and mental health clinician...
Hollie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Hollie was so helpful in caring for our cat. He has just moved here and is confused and upset by the new surroundings. He immediately took to Hollie, who not only provided basic care but also the attention he was craving while we were out of town. She provided...

Becky P.

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Mislene D.


Watertown, MA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Dedicated Healthcare Professional Who Loves Helping Others.

I have spent the past three years pursuing my passion to help others. I have completed a Home Health Aide Program and Nurse Aide Training Program and hope to use these skills to better the lives of my clients. I am proficient in English, Portuguese and Spanish.
5.0
"Mislene is an amazing Caregiver...She cared for my adult severely handicapped sister Elizabeth...She gave her the most thorough and loving care. Elizabeth loves her. I HIGHLY recommend Mislene for all your home care needs."

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Moya K.


Norwood, MA

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Live-Out Nanny, Babysitter, Child Minder

I am Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certified; I love being creative and singing, exploring nature, things like that. I have years of experience providing exceptional care to children aged infant to 15; I am proficient in communicating with children at different developmental stages, ability to assist children with school...
Moya can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Monica B.


Hyde Park, MA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over the last 6 years, I have worked with different individuals with all types of disabilities, from mental health, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, elderly care, etc. All were residing in nursing homes, residential and hospitals. I have a strong passion for caring for people who are in need. I love to know that I can...
5.0
"Monica is a caring professional with extensive work supporting adults with developmental disabilities and brain injuries in nursing home and residential settings. Monica takes an individualized approach working with each person, is a diligent and respectful...

Anne C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Newton Center, MA

Sarah A.

5.0

Sarah is a sweetheart of a person whom the kids gravitate to. She has watched my two nieces (ages 4 and 7) on a variety of occasions and was a pleasure to work with. As a special education and middle school math teacher, I don't leave my nieces with just anyone! Sarah consistently arrived on time,...

- Amanda C.

Nicole C.

5.0

We hired Nicole to watch my elderly mom with dementia and she was nothing short of amazing! She was always a few minutes early and had the patients of a saint. I would highly recommend her for any babysitting needs you may have. The woman has patience’s of a saint and goes above and beyond to make...

- Care member

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.

Nancy D.

5.0

Nancy is a super responsible, caring and fun babysitter who understands 'boy energy'. My sons enjoyed spending time with Nancy. I felt very confident in her as a sitter and would definitely have her come again.

- Liza H.

Lauren H.

5.0

We love Lauren! My kids absolutely love her and she is very responsible with them. She drove them to activities and I 100 percent trust her. She worked for us for about 4 years. My youngest grew up with her since he was around 6 months old. I highly recommend Lauren and will make any family happy!

- Marla S.

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