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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Southbridge, MA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Southbridge, MA
Alison B.
Webster, MA
$25-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi everyone! I am a recent college graduate currently working at a school looking for extra hours after school, nights, and during the summer. I have been babysitting for over 10 years and have experience with all ages from newborn up. Along with this I also have special needs experience as I have worked in special education. I...
Alison can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love working with children. I hold an Early Education degree and have worked in daycare settings, private homes, and a special education junior high class. During college, I was a nanny for two years and cared for twin infants. Once married, I enjoyed homeschooling my three children, two of whom had learning challenges which...
Alison B.
Webster, MA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I currently work in Special Education and have over 5 years of experience in the field. Along with this I have specific experience in ABA. I'd love to talk more if you think I'd be a good fit.
Heather K.
Dudley, MA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Miss Heather. Growing up My mom ran a home daycare and I loved to help where I could as a mother's helper.
I have worked with medically fragile children doing PCA work over the years and fell in love with learning and working with young children. I held many babysitting jobs as a young kid. 3 years ago I started...
Jacqueline G.
Oxford, MA
$15-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about caring for children and helping them grow and develop. With three years of experience, I have the skills and knowledge to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your child. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing games and activities that promote learning and fun.
I believe...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I love kids and pets! I have two dogs of my own. I've been caring for kids since my little brother was born and I've been a free babysitter for my mom! I currently work at my college as a tutor in a program called homework heroes! I help kids grades k-12 finish their homework and improve their grades as well as play with kids...
Carah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have baby-sat a girl for 4 years who has Down's syndrome. She is now 16 years old and I have been watching her since she was 12. I also have taught yoga for the past three months at Life Skills, a non-profit organization which provides a wide variety of services to individuals with developmental, physical, and emotional...
Elizabeth N.
Woodstock, CT
$30-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a very patient, kind, and responsible caregiver. I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have a passion for helping children learn, grow and explore this world.
I have worked with children, teens and adults with autism and other disabilities. Including working as a special education teacher...
Heidi H.
Charlton, MA
$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Occasional Sitter With At Least 4 Years Of Experience. Looking For A Summer Job Before College
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've worked with children with special needs and children of all ages. I am very personable and looking to help as much as possible. Looking to find a family that wouldn't mind me bringing along my 6-month-old son with me!
Heidi can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Siearra L.
North Grosvenordale, CT
$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi my name is Siearra and I have 5 years of experience in many unique areas of caregiving. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia needs as well as may other services. I am a non smoker and I am easy going and fun to be around. I am always willing to learn something new. I have a passion for giving the best care to...
Ruth C.
Charlton, MA
$15-20/hr
Hello! I am a currently a nursing college student with previous experience working with an autistic girl also diagnosed with ADHD.
I have a 16-year-old brother who has MR and Blank Seizures. I have always had to help him with some simple things and his homework which is always a challenge for him. I used to help the Special Needs children in the classroom during my free time in school. I always had a special connection with each one of them and it was such...
Karlie M.
Oxford, MA
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Lots Of Experience With All Age Ranges Of Kids. Lots Of Experience With Children With Special Needs
Hi everyone! My name is Karlie and I am looking for more babysitting opportunities. I currently work at an elementary school and am studying early childhood education in college. I have lots of experience with children with special needs and behavioral issues. I am an active outdoors soon to be 22-year-old who loves getting...
Karlie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Amanda H.
Oxford, MA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have spent the last 5 years as a pca. One of my clients was non verbal with some mental delays. She was 27 with the mentality of a 5-year-old. She was a great kid to work with and almost always in the best spirits. I enjoy being able to help and work with others while earning a living. It never really felt like a "job" and I...
5.0
(1)
Hi! Over the years I have worked as a child/adult care provider, specializing in Special Needs. I have provided one on one care for kids, teens, and adults with a wide array of disabilities which include Behavioral Intervention, Management, and Modification. I have excellent references and would prefer to work 1:1. My skills are...
Holly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Holly cared for my son who has special needs...medical, social/emotional, and educational. She was very responsible and reliable. He quickly built trust with her and his skills improved in her care."
Kathleen C.
5.0
(2)
I am compassionate, dependable, caring, person. I have over 15 years of experience with Alzheimer's / dementia. I have volunteered for hospice, my local Department of Human Services, Animal Shelter, and Ambulance Corp.
I have had over 4 years experience working hands on with developmentally challenged, mentally ill, and special...
Karen can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Karen is a very comforting person. She helped care for my Mother who had dementia. She helped with personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, medication and household chores. Karen suggested ways that helped keep my Mother more comfortable physically and emotionally...
Joyce T.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting at 11 years old for neighbors' kids. I was a camp counselor and a lifeguard in my teens. I love doing craft projects and reading. I raised 2 boys and have a 6-year-old grandson and 2 granddaughters who are my heart and soul. I have a Bachelor's degree from Sacred Heart University. I love cats and dogs. I am...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We initially reached out to Susan to inquire if she would be interested in providing childcare for our two sons (then 2 month olds and almost three years old). We met Susan at the park and she immediately got down and dirty in the sandbox with our truck loving...
Courtney Z.
Ginger H.
Willington, CT
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Nurturing responsible and reliable career nanny with experience caring for newborn through teen age children. I have recent experience with twins and also special needs. Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certifications are current. I have taught gymnastics and swimming lessons and enjoy outdoor activities , reading, crafting, yoga and...
Ginger can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ginger is educated, experienced, punctual, trustworthy, dependable, caring and the one person you can always count on.
My son is 16 and has Down syndrome. Ginger has been with us through all these years. He can be a challenge, but Ginger can manage any...
Leslie D.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there my name is Shannon and I am 27 years old! I have over 10 years of experience in childcare. I have worked as a PCA for individuals with special needs, a nanny for infants up to 12 years old and a pre school head teacher for roughly two years. I am American Red Cross CPR CERTIFIED and I also have my epi pen and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shannon is an amazing woman filled with empathy! She shows compassion, kindness, and playfulness, always caring for the kids. Her dedication and determination to better the lives of the kids she works with are unmatched, always putting their needs and wants first....
Care member
5.0
(6)
My name is Kim, and I am a 39-year-old nanny and household manager living in Pascoag, RI. With over a decade of experience, I've worked with four long-term families and Care. com's Backup Care program. I specialize in caring for multiples and have experience with children from infancy to age 12.
I'm also the head coordinator of...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kim was the best! She was incredibly helpful for us while we adjusted to being new parents. She took amazing care of our son and provided so much knowledge to us that we otherwise wouldn't have had. She was so caring and always had a positive and warm demeanor. We...
Maggie K.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Southbridge, MA
Holly P.
5.0
Holly cared for my son who has special needs...medical, social/emotional, and educational. She was very responsible and reliable. He quickly built trust with her and his skills improved in her care.
- Kathleen C.
Karen L.
5.0
Karen is a very comforting person. She helped care for my Mother who had dementia. She helped with personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, medication and household chores. Karen suggested ways that helped keep my Mother more comfortable physically and emotionally during a very stressful time. I highly...
- Joyce T.
Susan H.
5.0
We initially reached out to Susan to inquire if she would be interested in providing childcare for our two sons (then 2 month olds and almost three years old). We met Susan at the park and she immediately got down and dirty in the sandbox with our truck loving boy. He immediately took to her and...
- Courtney Z.
Ginger H.
5.0
Ginger has been part of our family for almost 10 years and she's actually the best. Kids gravitate to her. Anyone who hires Ginger would be incredibly lucky!
- Amanda N.
Shannon B.
5.0
Shannon is an amazing woman filled with empathy! She shows compassion, kindness, and playfulness, always caring for the kids. Her dedication and determination to better the lives of the kids she works with are unmatched, always putting their needs and wants first. I would recommend her to anybody in...
- Care member
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