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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Newtonville, MA

The average posted rate is $28/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Newtonville, MA

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Ivone R.


Everett, MA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

4.8

(5)

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
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.

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Cheryl T.


Wellesley Hills, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My part time hours are negotiable per hr (3 hr shift minimum). I recently updated my adult & pediatric First Aid/AED/CPR qualifications through the Red Cross. I was a church nursery teacher on Sunday morning, (7 years), mental health worker in social skills program (autistic spectrum disorder), summer treatment program counselor...
5.0
"Cheryl assists me in house sitting as needed, while I'm away from my home in Wellesley. I feel reassured that my pet and home are always safe and in good hands with her. I would recommend Cheryl based on her trustworthiness, affection for pets, attention to detail...

Michael T.

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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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
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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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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Daisy S.


Dorchester, MA

$30/hr10 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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & 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.

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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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Visitacion B.


Everett, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I am a graduate nurse and I have vast experience caring for those with special needs, especially kids with disabilities. For 30 years I worked as a nurse, as a caregiver, and a nanny and a medical assistant. I worked in private homes, hospitals (children's and adults) and in a clinic setting and also in skilled facilities. I...
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Ashley B.


Mattapan, MA

$24-31/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Ashley. I have worked about every kind of childcare position; from special needs care, to infants, overnight/travel care, house manager, and a friend to the parents. You need it I am on it! I worked as a mother's helper from ages 9-11 years old and then began babysitting at the age of 12. I have extensive...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Ashley has been babysitting our two young boys regularly for about a year now. She's very responsible, caring, and reliable. Our family absolutely loves her!!"

Jen T.

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Hollie J.


Arlington, MA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

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

Hired by 27 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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
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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Rachel A.


Brookline, MA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am patient and love the company of children. At 13 I babysat in the neighborhood. At 16 I worked for the Kids Corner (recreational center) with kids ranging from 6 months to 9 years old; and became CPR certified. In high school I had a care giving job for a boy with autism. I also enrolled in an HSE (human service exploration)...
5.0
"Rachel has been so helpful to our family! Our kids love her and get so excited when "Miss Rachel" is coming over. She helps out with meal preparation for the kids and the house is always tidy at the end of the day. We would definitely continue to hire Rachel for...

Kendra P.

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Roberta S.


Woburn, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving, Caring Nanny Available Full-Time & Part-Time

I work in a public school as a lunch monitor. I am unavailable 11-3 until June24th. after that I am available anytime. I am a mom. My husband works from home. it makes it easier to work. I have a clean CORI. I'm energetic, able to multi-task with ease. I have twin and special needs experience, able to care for several children....
Roberta can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Roberta has been an amazing help to us with transportation for our son's swim practice. She has always been on time and is flexible when we need her. We would highly recommend her and our son loves talking to her about Disney and sports!"

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Sarah A.


Weston, MA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hello families! I have an extensive background working with young children, and I am an Elementary 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 riding...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, 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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Cherylann S.


Woburn, MA

$40/hr20 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Cherylann.. I have been a foster mother for the state of mass. I've been working with kids my entire life, been a foster mother for the state of Ma.. worked as a preschool teachers aid for nine years, worked for a overnight nanny service which was extensive training. I have had CPR and first aid training ....
Cherylann can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Cherylann goes above and beyond, and really cares about the children she works with. Our daughter absolutely loves her and any family would be lucky to have her as a nanny."

Jeremiah M.

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Casey V.


Somerville, MA

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a caregiver with 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development led me to this profession, and I strive to make a positive impact on their lives. I'm patient, calm, and friendly. I enjoy a variety of activities with children, including outdoor sports, board...
Casey can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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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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, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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Zoe S.


Boston, MA

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Sitter Ready To Help Your Family Out!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi i'm Zoe! A super energetic nanny/babysitter ready to bring some fun into your home! My babysitting career all started when I was just 8 years old! (crazy right). I was a helper at my local daycare and learned how to take care of kids from the ages 0 and up. I have been in all kinds of baby sitting positions; nanny, mother's...
Zoe can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Zoe took care of our son during our three month stay in Boston, as we both had to work. He was 9-12 months old at the time, and we are very lucky to have had her as a support during that time. She is a warm, loving, kind and also very funny person and she was...

Renate S.

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Paula R.


Malden, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Compasionate Caregiver With Diverse Experience

Experienced caregiver, worked with animals, community programs, and nurturing children. My childcare journey began in high school, caring for my godmother's children, aged 7 and 10. Later, I became an au pair in the US, caring for two children, ages 2 and 5, where I handled school activities, driving, and playtime. I then cared...
Paula 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
"I would definitely recommend her. She is very sweet and responsible."

Paula R.

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Karna H.


Chestnut Hill, MA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of 4/Professional Nanny & Night Nanny

Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood

I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. With over 25 years of experience, I'm a patient, creative, and fun caregiver for up to 4 children, from newborns to teens. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating with parents about their child's day or any concerns...
Karna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Karna is a great communicator with a warm bubbly personality. Our daughter loves her!! She is proactive helping with dishes, laundry and organizing when baby is sleeping. She’s reliable, trustworthy and a hugeeeeee help with our baby! Highly recommend "

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Nicole C.


Somerville, MA

$18-30/hr7 yrs exp

Reliable

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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Newtonville, MA

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.

Cheryl T.

5.0

Cheryl assists me in house sitting as needed, while I'm away from my home in Wellesley. I feel reassured that my pet and home are always safe and in good hands with her. I would recommend Cheryl based on her trustworthiness, affection for pets, attention to detail and communication skills.

- Michael T.

Nicole C.

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 bonded to her as if she were an...

- Erica F.

Daisy S.

5.0

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

- Marjanna B.

Ashley B.

5.0

Ashley babysat our son during the summer of 2020, and you never would have known that we were in the middle of a pandemic --- they were always having so much fun! Ashley's super creative, and she leaned into his interests, so he was always engaged and happy. From designing super hero masks to...

- Blake S.

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