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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Sturbridge, MA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Sturbridge, MA
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...
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated and passionate educator and nanny, guided by Montessori principles and a love for outdoor adventures. With over four years of experience, I have nurtured young minds and fostered creativity through engaging and adaptable learning experiences. My approach includes trips to the park, library, and local playgroup...
Michaela can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & 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.
5.0
(3)
I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I have experience with direct care and also management. I am retired and available most hours. I worked as an activity coordinator for my last 5 years with elderly. In my previous years of employment I worked with special needs...
Virginia can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Virginia is one of the most positive people I have ever known! She is always a bright spot and anyone she comes in contact with has a better day!"
Justine W.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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.
Bendu S.
Worcester, MA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years experience caring for individuals with special needs. This field has brought me to know family. I enjoy working and making long lasting relationship.
5.0
"Bendu has been the most wonderful help for my sister who has special needs! She is great with communication, has lots of experience, and willing to help with any needs my sister has including assisting with bathing and accompanying her to MD appointments. She has...
Joanna B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kate! I have experience in nannying and babysitting including spending a year working full time as the nanny to a newborn. I am currently seeking part time hours. My schedule is flexible. I have over 10 years of experience in caregiving, including five years with children and four years working with individuals and...
Katherine can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kate (Katherine) has been a pleasure to work with. She has been easy to communicate with and I feel very comfortable having her in my house. My son loves her and can't wait until she comes back again. I would recommend her without hesitation."
Katrina K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Samantha. I have been nannying for just over 5 years while putting myself through graduate school. I am 27 years old and have a Masters degree in School Psychology with an Applied Behavior Analysis concentration. I am a full time school psychologist in a public elementary school and I am looking for...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sam is wonderful nanny! She was great with my 2 children (3 and 7). She helped with remote learning and had fun with the kids. The playroom was always clean and she helped out with housework as well. We would have loved to keep her, but she is pursuing graduate...
Stacey F.
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, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kim has been with our 3 children for the past 4 years. She always finds activities to engage the kids, such as music, ABCs, arts & crafts, math and spelling. We were a little nervous to keep our children home instead of preschool, however; all of our children have...
Heather M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
The love of my life is autistic ( there is not a lot more to say) .. autistic it's not easy and challenge me everyday but make me a better human more empathetic with other make me able to care others ( no matters who) with love and patience
5.0
"May 2023:
Joselin was a very responsive provider for our young adult son and jumped right into helping him, accommodating his schedule/meeting him when he requested, once they had met.
She is kind and compassionate and had an understanding of his autism,...
Paula E.
Jenny P.
Worcester, MA
$16-21/hr
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My 2 oldest children have Tourette's. I have 2 good friends that are different degrees of autism that I reacted with often before COVID. I I would bring bowling or mini golfing and dance with . The other loved dancing and coloring but has little communication skills.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have a B. A in preschool through 3rd grade.
I was a preschool and special needs teacher for several years. I worked as a Development Specialist for Early Intervention working w children 6 months to 3 years old. I've been in childcare for the past 20 years. I find working with children a fun and rewarding experience. When I...
Holly P.
Cherry Valley, MA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm 50yrs old and living
I have worked with both children and adults with a wide range of disabilities that includes neurological, emotional, developmental, and extensive behavioral issues, in residential, public schools, and private settings for over 20 years.
I am very good at what I do and love making a difference in other...
5.0
"Holly was reliable, respectful, patient and supportive. At the same time, she was able to maintain boundaries while fostering on-going growth and development. She will be an asset to anyone needing supports!"
Cherie M.
4.9
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My experience as a nanny has been just over 10 years. I began watching my first child in my early teens during my summer vacations and continued to watch my neighbor's children, and friends of the family's children. I have also connected with many great family's through Care. com.
I am very comfortable with all age groups of...
Sierra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Sierra took care of my 2 yr old son for about six months. It was a real pleasure working with her. She is very reliable, loving and caring. She would always keep him occupied with activities like coloring.
She is very mature for her age and knows how to take care...
Nandini K.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Angela and I have been around children for 10+ years. I have worked with new borns, toddlers & special needs children. I love to get creative while babysitting, whether building a fort or arts and craft or playing outside. Kids are my passion, which babysitting allows me to do what I love everyday! I would love to...
Angela can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Angela loves working with children with a desire to go above and beyond!"
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Savannah C.
Pomfret Center, CT
$18-45/hr • 9 yrs exp
Outgoing, Good With Children, Personable, Patient, And Creative
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm Savannah and I'm a 2019 high school graduate. I've just returned from living in the UK for 6 months working as an Au Pair! I currently work at a daycare as the head preschool teacher and was the head infant teacher before I made my move to the UK. I've worked there for 3 years :)
I started working with children at a young...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is amazing with children. She played with my daughter,...
Chelsie F.
Brenda C.
Ware, MA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 26 years experience with special needs kids. I have 30 years experience in the nursing industry. I sub at elementary school with their special need kids.
Brenda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Cheyanne B.
Monson, MA
$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Cheyanne and I have roughly 8 years of experience in the childcare field. I have worked in daycare being a toddler teacher for a few years. I have also been a nanny to different families with ages ranging from newborn to school age. I have experience with asd and special needs!
1.0
(1)
I am very easy going, but extremely responsible. I enjoy children, special needs situations, and have also worked with handicapped and elderly.
Kris can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sturbridge, MA
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.
Virginia E.
5.0
I cannot say enough great things about Virginia "Gigi". We were so lucky to have her help care for my Mom for the last 2 years. She provided excellent personal care (bathing, dressing, etc.) along with wonderful companionship for my Mom. She has a great positive attitude and always found crafty...
- Kathleen K.
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.
Bendu S.
5.0
Bendu has been the most wonderful help for my sister who has special needs! She is great with communication, has lots of experience, and willing to help with any needs my sister has including assisting with bathing and accompanying her to MD appointments. She has been an answer to prayer! Highly...
- Joanna B.
Katherine B.
5.0
Kate is such a wonderful caregiver to our son. She's very knowledgeable about child development and skilled in working with him (he is 9 months). He took to her immediately and they formed a bond right away. Our son had a pretty scary moment after just a few weeks of having Kate on, she handled it...
- Crystal R.
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