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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Norfolk, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years
Special needs caregivers in Norfolk, MA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Ms Trish. I am very interested in assisting prospective parents with their child care needs. I have been a successful nanny for the past 3 years and am looking for my next opportunity.
Prior to this I was employed as a full time child care supervisor for children between the ages of 3 to 10. I have teaching...
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I hired Ms. Trish to take care of my three-year-old son for a week. She was wonderful! She arrived right on time every day with all kinds of fun toys and spent lots of time outside with my son. She is smart and personable and incredibly kind, not to mention vastly...
Annie T.
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for children and adults who have Autism as well as cerebral palsy. I have volunteered at the ARC in South Norfolk to help take care of children and adults with autism and helping them with simple activities. I have also spent a month in Jamaica helping take care of children and adults with cerebral...
Elizabeth A.
Sharon, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Firm, Loving, Caring, Fun And Creative, Honest, Four Star General, Committed Professional Nanny
3.4
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am the youngest of 11 children. Single mom of three for 20 years all in College now. I have 32 nieces and nephews. I have cared for all ages and personalities newborns-Teens & special needs. I have been a nanny for 30 years . It makes me proud knowing I helped to create in them developmental growth, academic strength ,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I recently had the privilege of talking to Elizabeth on the phone. She was exceptional! Very professional and super nice. In the end we did not need a sitter but I hope that we may be able to utilize her in the future!"
Stephanie R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi My name is Tara. I have access to my own transportation. I have much experience working with young children and families of all ages. I am CPR & First Aid Certified, I have worked as a teacher for infant, toddlers, preschool, as well as school aged children for the past several years. I also have much experience working with...
Tara can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Tara was great. Our daughter loved her. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to anyone"
William M.
Ruth H.
Mansfield, MA
$15/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My brother (1 yr older than me) was born with Down Syndrome, so from an early age I learned to care for people with diverse needs. Also, when I worked in Early Intervention I worked with infants and toddlers with special needs, developmental delays, syndromes, and health conditions.
5.0
"Highly recommend to anyone who is looking for dependable care. Ruth is very organized, compassionate , trustworthy child care provider."
Moushami K.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm one of seven children and I've been sitting since I was old enough to earn money. My three children are now young adults and on their own. I worked hard with them and their achievements make me a proud Momma! I am college educated, athletic, energetic, a lifelong learner, organized, conscientious, a great cook and I'm...
Cecilia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Due to a family emergency, we were unexpectedly staying at my mom's house for longer than expected and Cecilia came to the rescue! She cared for my almost 9-month old for a full week (working 8 AM - 6 AM) and I couldn't have been more pleased with her care. Cecilia...
Beth S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced senior caregiver with dementia care and mobility issues experience. I understand the special needs of the elderly and have great compassion for them and endless patience. I was a Certified Medical Assistant for many years so my background is helpful with elders needs. I also can offer laundry services, meal...
Lynda can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Lynda is an amazing caregiver. She provided wonderful care to my family member in her remaining few months. She went above and beyond for our family. We could not have gotten thru the passing of our family member without her."
Laura B.
Morgan S.
Franklin, MA
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have nannied for 14 years and babysat for 20 years now. I previously coached gymnastics for 15 years (before covid). I have three children of my own ranging from a toddler through school age. I love arts and crafts, spending time outside, and going to parks and libraries. I have nannied children ranging in age from 2...
Morgan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Morgan is a top notch caregiver with really great skills and obvious passion for childcare."
Samantha O.
Kristen R.
Walpole, MA
$16-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Available- Experience Working With Individuals With Developmental Disabilities
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently work with and have a history of working with individuals with developmental disabilities such as cerebral palsy, autism, vision impairments, behavioral challenges, seizure disorders, individuals of all ages who are non-verbal, individuals who use communication devices and individuals who may be unsteady on their feet...
5.0
"Kristen is terrific: enthusiastic, caring and responsive. I am delighted to include her in my daughter's circle of caregivers."
Melinda C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for over 25 years. I have experience with children of all ages, from newborns to teens, as well as have experience with preemies, multiples, and children with special needs. I have worked with many different families and have learned so much from each one. I worked with two families as a live-in...
Doreen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Doreen took care of our 2 year old son for 6 months until my mother was able to help us. She is dependable, professional and has significant childcare experience. She is always calm and never gets flustered (even with a screaming two year old!). She prepared meals...
Rosemary W.
Mark H.
Medway, MA
$20-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I like working with special needs kids doing activities that they like to do all aspects of bathing and grooming care with feeding making dinners Play clean up around the house
5.0
"Mark is very patient and understanding with a friendly personality. He watched my special needs daughter for 4 years. My daughter now is residing at a special needs school. But on the weekends she comes home and he still helps with her needs."
Maureen C.
Rose M.
Medway, MA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been practicing as an occupational therapist for 4 years, working with children with special needs and older adults. My passion is caring for older adults and supporting their desire to age in place, as well as ease the burden that caregivers experience. I have experience working as an OT in both Home Health and Skilled...
Rose can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Siobhan F.
Medfield, MA
$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over a decade of experience and comfort caring for children of all ages. As a licensed foster parent through DCF, I am also regularly background checked and receive trainings on healthy communication, trauma informed practices, and child development. I am comfortable caring for sibling sets and special needs children,...
Siobhan can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I have worked as a special education teaching assistant in an elementary school for the past 4 years. I have experience working with children with developmental delays, emotional and behavioral, and the autism spectrum. I and First Aid and CPR certified.
Raeann M.
Franklin, MA
$13-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
hi! I am Rae! I'm looking forward to meeting you and your little ones! I have 2 kids (7&1), many nieces and nephews, cousins, and siblings. I worked in a daycare, and in a special needs facility run by my church. I am looking for a family to welcome me in to take care of their precious little ones! I am very flexible, and always...
Raeann can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
I have been a nurse since 2014, and have 5 years experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, spinal cord injuries, and developmental delays. I have cared for many people aged 18+ with Autism, Down syndrome, Asperger's, seizure disorders, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries.. etc. I am looking for some...
Stacy S.
East Walpole, MA
$25-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
Looking To Enrich Lives And Grow With A Fabulous Family!
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am passionate about working with children and have been for over 25 years! I spent most my time working in daycare centers, and am infant/ toddler certified as well as preschool certified and school age experience! I am CPR/ first aid certified and fully vaccinated. I enjoy working with all ages, watching them evolve into...
Stacy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Reuben W.
Sharon, MA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Reuben, nice to meet you! I'm 55 years old and live in Sharon, Massachusetts with my 2 teens. As a teacher for the last 28 years, I've had a lot of experience with working amongst students with special needs and needed extra help and understanding. Another job I had, I took care of 5 middle-aged men with autism and...
Amy J.
Mansfield, MA
$16-21/hr
Hello!
My name is Amy . I am a college student at Umass Amherst studying Psychology. In addition, I work as a Residential Counselor in houses caring for adults with developmental disabilities.
Looking to make some extra cash this summer until I go back to school in the fall.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Norfolk, MA
Patricia B.
5.0
I hired Ms. Trish to take care of my three-year-old son for a week. She was wonderful! She arrived right on time every day with all kinds of fun toys and spent lots of time outside with my son. She is smart and personable and incredibly kind, not to mention vastly experienced with young children....
- Annie T.
Elizabeth A.
5.0
I recently had the privilege of talking to Elizabeth on the phone. She was exceptional! Very professional and super nice. In the end we did not need a sitter but I hope that we may be able to utilize her in the future!
- Stephanie R.
Tara L.
5.0
Tara was great. Our daughter loved her. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to anyone
- William M.
Ruth H.
5.0
Highly recommend to anyone who is looking for dependable care. Ruth is very organized, compassionate , trustworthy child care provider.
- Moushami K.
Cecilia S.
4.0
I messaged Cecilia for taking care of my baby. But at that time she was not available for the job. The best thing about her is that she informed me about it very soon so I am not delayed from searching the nanny for my baby. I wish Cecilia all the best for her new job!
- Shruti B.
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