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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Shirley, MA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years
Special needs caregivers in Shirley, MA
5.0
(1)
I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
5.0
"Kelley has been my home health nurse over 3 years and has proven to be a reliable, hardworking and compassionate worker. Aside from her medical duties as a nurse she is responsible for cleaning and organizing my household. One of the qualities that I value the...
Jonathan H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
Kelley can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care, visiting nurse
5.0
"I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She additionally helped change a bandage he had. She was very...
Claudia S.
I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
Kelley can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(1)
10 years experience caring for children of all ages. From newborn to preteen, special needs experience as well. Comfortable with up to 3 children at a time, pets, housekeeping, transport needs. CPR/ first aid certified. I look forward to hearing from you!
Jen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jen is wonderful. I will totally have her watch my 4 month old twins when I finally decide to go back to work. Unfortunately, I decided to stay home a little longer. She expresses complete knowledge of children all ages, supplies references if needed, and takes the...
Christian D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a mother of two teenage boys, that have asthma and food allergies.
During my time of raising them we have meet the challenges of those special needs successfully. They have learned how to live a full life with their medical issues.
5.0
"I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving and fun. She is the type of mom who's not afraid of...
Adriana G.
Marcia D.
Leominster, MA
$30-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have more than 12 years of experience. I homeschooled my three sons through high school until they started college. After that, I worked with a very special boy for almost 2 years that was when I discovered my passion for special needs kids. I have good references and I'm vaccinated.
5.0
"Marsha was great with our 1yo, very loving and took her on trips outside of the house to visit the library, playgrounds, etc. I would not hesitate to hire her again!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm currently an ABA RBT at Keystone Collaborative Education in Leominster Ma
I also do two nights for in home Aba Therapy.
We teach daily independence along w/social & educational goals. I work one on one with certain students.
During my babysitting/nanny jobs, I've helped prepare meals, potty train, naps, bathe, bed and...
Malayvanh can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Malayvanh is a great baby sitter. She's the type of sitter that will engage with your child and build forts with! My two year old son loved dancing and singing songs with her. She also did arts and crafts with my little one and now we will always remember her by...
Sandy P.
Alena H.
Ayer, MA
$28-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm Alena, I am 24 years old! Something fun about me is I love my dog, farm animals and the outdoors. I adore shaping the minds of young children and watching them explore/learn. Fun things I like to do while babysitting/nannying are crafts, explore outside, read books etc. I've worked at a daycare, and been a nanny for...
Alena can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Alena occasionally babysits my two children when we have date nights and she the kids and us love her! She helps out tremendously and we couldn't be more thankful. Consider hiring this awesome caregiver."
Donna C.
Kiley G.
Leominster, MA
$17-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Needs Care Provider - ASD, DS, Non-Verbal Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I find care for those with special needs to be incredibly fulfilling. I volunteered at a therapeutic riding center on and off for many years. That experience gave me opportunities to work with a variety of special needs individuals from all age groups. My special needs care began with care for my 50-year-old great aunt with DS....
5.0
"Kiley is compassionate, responsible, knowledgeable and reliable. She is hard-working and is an excellent caregiver."
Jillian A.
10 plus years in education field. In the schools, home, and residential programs. Mother of two, mature.
Erin can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hello! I am a very energetic and excited individual. I am 20 years old, and have a lot of experience working with children. I have been babysitting for over 7 years and have worked at multiple summer camps with children ranging in the ages of 6-17. Also I am active Adult Leader in the Scouts, BSA Program. I am currently a...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Amber C.
Leominster, MA
$23-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Amber and I worked as an aide in healthcare for 10 years, spending time intermittently as a part time mentor. My kid brother is autistic and schizoaffective bipolar, so I've spent my life in the company of those with a range of special needs and abilities. The best aspect of personal and professional roles has...
Robin B.
Fitchburg, MA
$19-20/hr
Hello!
I have a 9-year-old son who has autism and am looking for a opportunity I would enjoy while he is at school.
I was a stay at home mom with him until a few yrs ago and then began working with seniors w physical and mental disabilities in an assisted living home.
Robin
Hello, my name is Amber and I worked as an aide in healthcare for 10 years. I'm very grateful for the time I've spent being a caregiver and am now a mum to a happy little girl that was born in January of this year. My time in healthcare was spent primarily in long term settings; nursing homes with memory care units and group...
Amber can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Josie! I am a kind-hearted college student looking for a summer job. I have around 4 years of experience working with children of different ages, ranging from ages three months to 7 years old. I worked at a daycare in high school and have been babysitting for almost five years now. I also worked as a Personal Care...
Josie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have been a nanny and in-home care person for over 12 years now. I have worked with babies, children, teens, and adults from every age and background, and have also worked privately and professionally with young people who have special needs for many of those years.
I am currently planning to go back to school for Midwifery...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I am licensed mental health counselor and I have worked in the field for 10 years. I find joy in being with and getting to know people both children and adults. Through my education and work experience, I have learned about the specific needs of different groups of people. I have learned techniques for teaching skills so that...
Edith F.
Bolton, MA
$20-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
I've been a childcare provider for 15 years because I love nurturing children and helping them learn and grow. My experience includes caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I have also worked with children with special needs. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I have a knack for making children feel...
Jaffrey M.
Leominster, MA
$18-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi I'm Jaffrey, nice to meet you! I have cared my whole life for my older brother Mathias who has Down syndrome. I have always loved and cared for him and his friends with special needs. My senior year in high school I decided to get a job at Western Dupage Special Recreation Association (WDSRA) in Illinois where I am from. I...
Callie S.
Lunenburg, MA
$23-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Energetic 24-year-old With A Degree In Speech Pathology & Audiology
Hi there!
My name is Callie and I am 24 years old. I graduated from Worcester state in 2019 with a bachelors degree in speech pathology and audiology. I worked as an ABA therapist for 3 years working with individuals ages 2-21. I have 9+ years of experience working with children. I nannied all through high school and college. I...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Shirley, MA
Kelley H.
5.0
Kelley has been my home health nurse over 3 years and has proven to be a reliable, hardworking and compassionate worker. Aside from her medical duties as a nurse she is responsible for cleaning and organizing my household. One of the qualities that I value the most is her pleasant disposition. She...
- Jonathan H.
Kelley H.
5.0
I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She additionally helped change a bandage he had. She was very kind which put my grandfather at...
- Claudia S.
Jen G.
5.0
Jen is wonderful. I will totally have her watch my 4 month old twins when I finally decide to go back to work. Unfortunately, I decided to stay home a little longer. She expresses complete knowledge of children all ages, supplies references if needed, and takes the time to get to know your kids. I'm...
- Christian D.
Heike G.
5.0
I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving and fun. She is the type of mom who's not afraid of projects with her kids, like making...
- Adriana G.
Marcia D.
5.0
Marsha was great with our 1yo, very loving and took her on trips outside of the house to visit the library, playgrounds, etc. I would not hesitate to hire her again!
- Care member
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