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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Salem, MA

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Salem, MA

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Merrily L.


Salem, MA

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Caring for those with any type of special needs is a passion of mine and has been my whole life. I was introduced to those with special needs almost immediately in my life as my brother whose only 13 months younger than me was diagnosed at an early age with Autism. Through the years I have volunteer in many activities such as...
5.0
"Very pleasant, engaged with my daughter very well, followed my instructions, acclimated well to surrounding, calming presence about her"

Michelle P.

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Patricia A.


Salem, MA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Childcare Babysitter / Nanny

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hey!!, my name is Patricia . I am 23 years old. I am a patient, caring, and creative person with experience working with children ages 3 months to 12 years old. My preferred age group to work with is 2 years old and older. I have 5 years of experience tutoring, babysitting, working with special needs children, and teaching...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Patricia to watch our 14 mo L. during our weekend weekend in Salem last minute and she was amazing! Our daughter loved her right away and she put her to bed two nights in a row with no problem and allowed us to enjoy our wedding weekend w/o any worries...

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Sophia V.


Salem, MA

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter / Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a very responsible, trusted, and kindhearted babysitter with over 4 years of experience babysitting/nannying and tutoring kids of every age, including children with special needs. I am fully vaccinated (booster too), speak 3 languages, have my own car, don't smoke, and am certified in CPR & First Aid. I love helping with...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sophia was so kind and jumped into playing and reading with our daughter right away! She had fun during her time with Sophia and I would definitely hire her again!"

Marissa V.

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Kimberly A.


Salem, MA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working in the child care field for 27 years. mostly I have worked in day care centers with all ages. I also was a nanny for families with multiply age children and have cared for twins and children with special needs. I love being with kids, they are what makes life great. Having three of my own I know, they are my...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kim is one of the sweetest, caring people you will ever meet. She will treat your child as if they were her own!!"

Shannon C.

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Jenny W.


Salem, MA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have been a nanny working full time with a family with two special needs children. The oldest has autism, and some other complications. Their daughter has a cognitive and speech delay. I've been consistently working with them for four years. They have my heart and soul. My mother was a special educator in Belmont MA. I have...
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Michelle L.


Salem, MA

$25-45/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver, Tutor, Babysitter

I have experience working with ages ranging from PreK through grade eight in general education, inclusion and special education school settings as well as private babysitting. I have worked with children with a variety of disabilities and am confident in my abilities to implement positive behavioral approaches to challenging...
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Emily C.


Salem, MA

$11-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Emily. I am 19 years old and am a sophomore at Fresno State. I am majoring in Deaf Education because I love children and want to have a career where I feel like I am making a difference. I have babysat for kids who have ADHD and have volunteered at events where I supervise children with Autism and Down...
I have been a nanny for a 17-year-old boy with developmental disabilities for over a year. He cannot speak and is in diapers. As well as a stomach tube that I am required to change the gauze regularly. I have also worked with children with autism, in the past. Although I love my current job as a nanny I am moving away for higher...
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Kimberly A.


Salem, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with children with special needs in a child care setting and as a nanny. I also personal experience, my son is autistic with some other developmental delays. And my daughter suffers from anxiety. I have more patience than most since I have been handling my childrens disabilities everyday and have dedicated my life...
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Kelly B.


Salem, MA

$18-29/hr2 yrs exp

I work with children with special needs as part of my job at an elementary school. I have taken care of older adults with mobility issues. I did the food shopping and other errands for the couple I took care of. I did light housekeeping and other odds and ends. I enjoy caring for others and love to build a trusting relationship...
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Ashley P.


Salem, MA

$22-24/hr1 yrs exp

Para With ASD Experience

I currently work with a student in my full time job as a para who has ASD (along with a second grade class). I see him for 30 minute intervals. I help him to work with the group and strengthen his social skills with his peers. I have been working with this student since last year. He is in the early childhood age range. I love...
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Karleen J.


Salem, MA

$25-26/hr2 yrs exp

Gentle Caregiver

Hello! My name is Karleen but you can call me Kalina. Currently, I'm a full time psychology student at Salem State University. Prior to University, I volunteered at a high school where I worked with many students who had various disabilities. The main student I cared for was nonverbal & we communicated through her electronic...
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Maria T.


Salem, MA

$22/hr8 yrs exp

Home Healt Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello am a home health Aid 5 year experience and have my certification for dementia and Alzheimer's love elderly and love to helps others
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Sylvie C.


Salem, MA

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

PCA, Home Health Aide

I have been working as a home health aide for more than 9 years . I know how to use hoyer lift , give a sponge bath , feed my client and do some activity . I like to help and make my client comfortable . Please let me know if you need help for your love one . Sylvie
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Kelley M.


Salem, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

1.0

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Hello!! My name is Kelley. Nice to 'meet you'! I am a 30-year-old, energetic, kind, and creative person looking for a full time position. I hold a Masters Degree in Special Education from Simmons College. I consider myself to have a bubbly and easy going personality and I love to have fun inside or outside. I love art, music...
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Molly C.


Salem, MA

$19-29/hr3 yrs exp

Energetic & Patient Caregiver

Hi! I'm Molly and I'm currently a Direct Support Professional with 3+ years experience specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorders and severe behavioral challenges. I also have experience with a wide range of other disabilities. I'm moving to the North Shore in September and looking for a full-time caregiver position the area....
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Ellen F.


Salem, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care, PCS, And More

I have been working in a classroom setting, for 18+ years, with all types of children with special needs. I have worked with children with all abilities, including severe behaviors. I have also taught Preschool for 12 years,
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Alexa R.


Salem, MA

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Available Nanny/Baby-Sitter

I have a sister with a speech delay and Asperger's syndrome. I have worked with children with Down syndrome, Autism and food allergies. I am currently enrolled in an education class for children with special needs.
Hi my name is Christina, I went to school for early child development. I have experience working with special needs. Working knowledge of sign language. And experience in caring for children. I'm soft spoken, always kind, and gentle. If you feel like I'd be a good fit, please don't hesitate to message me with any...
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Kim G.


Salem, MA

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Lots Of Love To Give

I have been working with children's or over 20 years . For the last 5 years I have fallen in love with special needs children . I am special needs paraprofessional for children with autism and have also worked with other special needs children in the past . I have learned basic sign language and have learned to use communication...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Salem, MA

Merrily L.

5.0

Very pleasant, engaged with my daughter very well, followed my instructions, acclimated well to surrounding, calming presence about her

- Michelle P.

Patricia A.

5.0

We hired Patricia to watch our 14 mo L. during our weekend weekend in Salem last minute and she was amazing! Our daughter loved her right away and she put her to bed two nights in a row with no problem and allowed us to enjoy our wedding weekend w/o any worries about her care!! She was so...

- Care member

Sophia V.

5.0

Sophia was so kind and jumped into playing and reading with our daughter right away! She had fun during her time with Sophia and I would definitely hire her again!

- Marissa V.

Kimberly A.

5.0

Kim has been my babysitter for over 10 years. We met Kim when she worked in a daycare center and then she took my 2 children on after the daycare closed. I was lucky to have Kim as a sitter and now as a friend.

- Barbara G.

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Ratings for Salem, MA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.2 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Salem, MA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.