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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Salem, NH

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Salem, NH

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Emma P.


Salem, NH

$10-15/hr

Part-time, Full-time Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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I am a paraprofessional and have worked with children that have special needs. I am passionate about helping them achieve their goals, and learn each day.
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Michele M.


Salem, NH

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny / Household Manager

Being a full time nanny for many years , I have worked with all kinds of special needs from non verbal, autisum, adhd, wheel cahir bound but have most of my experience with cerebral palsy , as this is something that I have dealt with my whole life. ( as my brother has this special need) im a fun, loving, careing, dependable...
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Kelly J.


Salem, NH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 16 years of child care experience working with infants-middle school age. I have lots of infant, toddler, preschool, school age, middle school age, twins and special needs experience. I have 11 years of daycare setting experience, working as a infant and toddler teacher. I also have 5 years of nanny experience as well. I...
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Interviewed Kelly and looking forward to having her start working for us! Several great references and an impressive background in child education. "

Patrick T.

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Sean W.


Salem, NH

$25-49/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Previous Preschool Teacher and father of 3, with experience caring for both NT and ND kids at home and in school. I love all children and delight in seeing them grow; however, I have a soft spot for kids who need some extra support. Specifically, I believe emotional strength and stability are critical life skills, and I take...
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Samantha D.


Salem, NH

$23-28/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Child Care Educator

Hi families I'm Samantha. I have been working with children for 15 years. I have worked in child care settings and as a nanny. My passionate age group is infants, but I'm open to care for toddlers as well.
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Rebecca C.


Salem, NH

$35/hr10 yrs exp

PCA

I love helping people, I have 24 plus years experience taking care of all sorts of people with physical and cognitive disabilities. I got my CNA in 98/99, I worked in nursing homes for a few years until I went into home care.. Young, disabled, elderly, I can lift and have a very compassionate heart.. I also love animals, have...
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Ruthie G.


Salem, NH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Caregiver

I presently have 10+ years experience working with clients who have cognitive issues as well as those who do not. Dementia, Alhzeimer's, and those whom are Developmentally Disabled. This Special & Unique group of people are a class of their own. Warm, articulate, happy and humorous, some of their many attributes. I have also...
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Sean W.


Salem, NH

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Specialist

Previous Preschool Teacher and father of 3, with experience caring for both NT and ND kids at home and in school. I love all children and delight in seeing them grow; however, I have a soft spot for kids who need some extra support. Specifically, I believe emotional strength and stability are critical life skills, and I take...
Sean can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Meilin C.


Salem, NH

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter, Educator, & Tutor

*Based in CHICAGO, IL* I have been babysitting for over 12 years with children ranging from 3 months to 12 years old. I am bilingual (Spanish/English) and have had experience babysitting immersing children in Spanish. I am a "retired" teacher after more than 9 years teaching kindergarten in both public and private school...
Meilin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Amber N.


Salem, NH

$25/hr6 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as adventurous, easy-going, and extroverted. I like working with kids because they are curious and constantly wanting to learn new things. They also remind me to find enjoyment in the little things in life. I started working with kids when I was in high school, I did an internship at an elementary...
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

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Allison K.


Salem, NH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hello! My name is Allie and I am currently a 5th grade teacher. I have taught preschool, 3rd, and 6th grade as well, and I have been working with children since I was 16 years old. I am a certified teacher K-6, and am also special education certified with a background in special needs. While in college I worked at a daycare...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jessica V.


Salem, NH

$26/hr7 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Jess. I am 27 years old, and I am the oldest of 3, I have a brother, and a sister. I love dogs! I have been babysitting since I was about 12, and I have worked with children for 8 years. I have 5 years of experience in a childcare setting with children from ages 3 months to 6 years old. I also have 2 years of...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Roberta C.


Salem, NH

$25-50/hr20 yrs exp

A Life Of Caregiving

I retired from a 40 year career as a registered nurse. I have vast experience in Dementia care as well as end stage care. I was a Wellness director for 55 patient Dementia facility, and most of my career evaluated people for short and long term rehab placement in nursing facilities and Hospice. For the past 25 years I have been...
Roberta can also help with: Hospice services, dementia
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Erika D.


Salem, NH

< $10/hr10 yrs exp

Have been a paraprofessional in the high school setting for 17 years caring for special needs kids. Also caring for my 80-year-old dad with Parkinson's. I'm caring, understanding and a very neat person
I have over 30 years experience caring for children. I have 10 years experience working with children with special needs , and three years experience caring for my parents who are seniors.
Jennifer can also help with: Home modification, respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

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Carmen H.


Haverhill, MA

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nurse, Assistant.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I also have a teen on the autism spectrum, I know some ABA, and sensory input. I know about Stimming, meltdowns and solutions. I have lots of patience. Also a CNA worked with G-tube, condom catheter, worked with all kinds of special needs equipment.
5.0
"Carmen is always professional, dependable, and a great communicator. She has gone above and beyond for my family and has a heart of gold. Finding quality assistance in any capacity has always been difficult for us with our special needs children. We are lucky...

Marisa F.

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Mary C.


Hudson, NH

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a lucky mother of two grown sons, ages 27 and 29. My experience also includes 15 pleasurable years working with special needs children in a public school setting. I am now on my 5th year as a nanny. I am looking for 4 consecutive 8 hour days. My rate is $26. per hour.
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mary has been nothing short of a blessing to our family. She joined us as a full-time nanny and fit into our family immediately. She cares for our children as if they are her own and they equally adore her. Unfortunately we are relocating out-of-state, otherwise...

Lauren K.

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Sherry B.


Pelham, NH

$27-35/hr10 yrs exp

Sincere And Compassionate Care Services By Sherry

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Sherry. I live in Pelham, NH. I have been providing private in home care for the past 10 years. Please check out my reviews from past clients I come with excellent personal and professional references. I love what I do! Sincerely caring and very detailed in my work Empathetic, compassionate,...
Sherry can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Sherry is thoughtful and caring. She was invaluable during a very challenging time for my father. She is a great cook, dog lover, and found a gentle way to get my quiet dad to engage in daily conversations and keep him calm."

Michelle H.

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Sheila P.


Atkinson, NH

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a 54-year-old mom with a 24-year-old son with special needs. I've had the opportunity to take care of my elderly mother-in-law (we moved her in with us) who had dementia and then suffered a stroke. After she passed away, my mom who had COPD moved in with us and I was able to take care of her until she passed away from...
Sheila can also help with: Respite care, errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
5.0
"Sheila is an excellent caregiver. She is kind and thoughtful and has an upbeat and fun personality. She does all of the required job tasks faithfully and takes initiative with tasks and ideas and is willing to do extra helpful things. She has been working for me...

Amy A.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Michael I am 21 years old, I am a pre-med student at Umass Amherst. In the summer of 2019, I did an internship with turning point to work with members of the disabled community. We had so Much fun together, and the people were so loving and caring, I love taking care of people and helping people, because that gives me...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Salem, NH

Kelly J.

5.0

Interviewed Kelly and looking forward to having her start working for us! Several great references and an impressive background in child education.

- Patrick T.

Carmen H.

5.0

Carmen is truly one of the best caretakers I've ever had! She goes above and beyond in her care, taking directive and initiative well. Her bubbly personality makes her a great companion. I highly recommend hiring Carmen if you're seeking dependable, caring support in your home!

- Abigail L.

Mary C.

5.0

Mary is with our family once a week and our shy little guy took to her immediately. I can't say enough good things about her. She is so active all day taking him to music classes, to the park, and has met many other families in our neighborhood who have now become friends with our son. We know...

- Julie S.

Sherry B.

5.0

She is caring and engaging in the clients she is with. I am a home OT and she was caring for a client I was seeing for OT services. She was open to training from OT and was able to assist the client in safely showering after training.

- Meri R.

Sheila P.

5.0

Sheila is an excellent caregiver. She is kind and thoughtful and has an upbeat and fun personality. She does all of the required job tasks faithfully and takes initiative with tasks and ideas and is willing to do extra helpful things. She has been working for me for almost 5 years and is a top-notch...

- Amy A.

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

Average Rating4.3 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Salem, NH are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.