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Find special needs caregivers in West Springfield, MA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in West Springfield, MA

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in West Springfield, MA

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Anita P.


Holyoke, MA

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi! I'm Anita, I am 19 years old and have my Associates degree in Liberal Arts with extra credits in early childhood education. I'm currently a student in university halfway to my Bachelors degree in social work. I have one year of experience working in a private school for children with special needs, and hope to focus my...
Currently work in a school, love playing with the children! I used to work in inhome therapy for autism children. Watching them grow, accomplish things their parents thought they couldn't accomplish I loved seeing the smiles on their faces and the joy. I love being able to help !
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Lily Y.


Westfield, MA

$15-17/hr1 yrs exp

Experience with special needs children, can clean, cook, arts and crafts as well as therapy based activities if needed. Can get what you need done and have your kids in great care. Comfortable with animals and just about everything. Love seeing kids happy keeping them active physically and mentally. I am definitely hilarious we...
Lily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
HI! I am a former classroom and special needs teacher, then became a home school mom and now am looking to help and support other families. I love to read books and explore the world whether it be a pretty rock or a beautiful river. I can help with homework and provide tutoring as well and create fun learning activities if you...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Jessica F.


Westfield, MA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

I am a caring and nurturing person, I really love making clients smile and treating them like family. I am a Direct Support Professional 2, I work for Berkshire County Arc at a group home in Southampton caring for 4 individuals that require special care. I have taken and been certified in many classes. G tube, J tube, MAP...

Patricia G.


Holyoke, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced CNA,HHA, Para-professional. Love My Work

Hi! My name is Patti, and have been a CNA for 25+ years with a focus on home health aid work for the last 15 years. My experience as a home health aid has been focused on providing comfortable and thoughtful care. My clients have had a wide range of needs, and I pride myself on my adaptability in every situation. My background...

Caroline W.


Agawam, MA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny Senior Occupational Therapy Student At UNH

Both my parents are special education teachers. For the past 2 summers, I have been a caretaker for a 11-year-old girl with Down syndrome where I cooked for her, played games, took her out, and helped with ADL's.
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Merideth K.


Broad Brook, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have worked in child care for many years including classrooms with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-k headstart programs. I am also CPR and First Aide certified. I currently work for an allergist who regularly sees pediatric patients. I have an Associate's Degree in Child Development, am a nursing student, and am very...
Merideth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Merideth is great with our kids. Has watched them many times,including for a few days straight while my husband and I went away on vacation. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing the kids were in good hands. The kids always have a good time with her and ask...

Jigisha M.

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Amy R.


Granby, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Dependable, Punctual, And Kind Nanny Available Now!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

As a childcare worker for over a decade I started off working in Public Schools as a Before/After School Program Leader along with working as a STEM teacher in summer camp. Next I worked in daycares as both a Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher and as a Floating Teacher. Most recently I was a Math/Reading Interventionist, giving...
Amy can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We have been searching for a sitter for quite some time, and Amy has been the most amazing fit. She is knowledgeable, caring, and willing to help in various situations, even on short notice. She has made a solid connection with our son, and he is very comfortable...

Steve D.

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Shannon H.


Windsor Locks, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available 12 Yrs Experience Working With The Special Needs Population

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with developmentally disabled people of all different ages and diagnosis. I have worked as a direct support staff at both day programs and in residential settings. I consider myself extremely patient and caring. I am committed to treating the individual whom I am helping with respect and dignity. I am...
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Rachel C.


Belchertown, MA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Certified, Creative, Intuitive, Nurturing Experienced Care Provider

Hi! I am a fully vaccinated, certified Personal Care Assistant. I have been a care provider for 5 years, with experience in wound care, Alzheimers/Dementia, med management, mobility assistance, toileting, bathing, cooking, gardening, light cleaning, and organizing/clutter clearing. I have also been a live-in House Manager at a...
5.0
"Rachel is incredibly patient, kind, and conscientious. In addition to knowing her for 20 years, I hired her a year ago to help with my 16-year-old son who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. She is wonderful with him and very caring - he really looks forward to...

Tonya D.

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Ravneet G.


Easthampton, MA

>$23/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-time Care Giver, Errand Runner

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Rav! I have been working in childcare for 10 years and I have been exclusively on care. com since 2020 as a full-time nanny. Last fall, nannying became less of a full-time job, as I started a new job as a high school math teacher for children with moderate disabilities. Since summer is coming, I have full-time...
Ravneet can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"The best! Took such loving care of my post-surgical dog, sent regular updates, was timely and reliable, and helped us feel calm leaving the dog in a needier-than-normal state. I will absolutely be asking her to dog-sit again!"

Ana D.

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Whitney H.


Easthampton, MA

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher With Flexible Schedule- Available Weekdays, Weeknights, And Weekends!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Greetings! I'm Whitney, I'm 29 and live in Northampton. I have been a preschool teacher for 8 years. I am about to graduate with a Master's in Early childhood education, as well! ***21 per hour but negotiable depending on ages and number of children. I am searching for summer work as well as late nights/date night care....
Whitney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

First Aid

5.0
"Whitney has nannied for us for over six months now, and she has been wonderful. Our daughter absolutely adores her. She is reliable, responsible, and fun! We will miss seeing her every week, and hope she can still babysit when our schedules align."

Donna P.

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Rachel H.


Enfield, CT

$17-21/hr5 yrs exp

Elderly/Special Needs Experience

I enjoy helping people that need assistance with daily life tasks and activities. I have cared for seniors, and special needs children. I find it fulfilling to care for others whether young, old, or special needs.
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Georgia H.


Amherst, MA

$14-20/hr6 yrs exp

I have been working with kids for about six years now. I have worked with all ages, children with special needs, and learning disabilities. I'm also currently employed at Northampton Athletic Club as a childcare provider which has given me experience working with larger groups of children at a time.
Georgia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
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Laura K.


Amherst, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

I am a trained ABA therapist, special needs paraprofessional, and former family daycare provider, as well as an experienced mother of three teenage boys. Non-smoker. Comfortable with pets. Able to cook, clean, run errands. CPR and First Aid certified. Senior care experience as primary caregiver to elderly mother in law, as well...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Maya F.


Amherst, MA

$15-23/hr4 yrs exp

Get To Know Me!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Maya. I am a 21-year-old junior I am majoring in public health with a pre-med track in hope of becoming a pediatrician practitioner one day. I have always loved kids. I have about 4 years of experience working with kids of all ages. I have worked as an assistant educator at preschools, Babysat kids with CP,...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Brianna P.


Enfield, CT

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Fun, Energetic Sitter

I baby sat a lot growing up and recently I worked at New Preschool Academy while attending school for my Early Childhood Education degree. I have experience working with special needs kids, specifically autism. I can cook, clean, and I don't mind animals.
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Autumn A.


Enfield, CT

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Awesome with kiddos loves to nurture them and see them grow up have experience with autism and other disabilities like type 1 diabetes. Loves to cooking clean do homework can do nap time
My name is Stephanie . I have 14 years experience working with adults specials needs people. I work in group home, PCA jobs and Patient Care Technician in Baystate's Medical Center.
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, transportation
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Springfield, MA

Merideth K.

5.0

Merideth is great with our kids. Has watched them many times,including for a few days straight while my husband and I went away on vacation. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing the kids were in good hands. The kids always have a good time with her and ask when she'll be able to watch them...

- Jigisha M.

Amy R.

5.0

We have been searching for a sitter for quite some time, and Amy has been the most amazing fit. She is knowledgeable, caring, and willing to help in various situations, even on short notice. She has made a solid connection with our son, and he is very comfortable with her. We would highly recommend...

- Steve D.

Rachel C.

5.0

Rachel is incredibly patient, kind, and conscientious. In addition to knowing her for 20 years, I hired her a year ago to help with my 16-year-old son who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. She is wonderful with him and very caring - he really looks forward to their time together. We also both...

- Tonya D.

Ravneet G.

5.0

The best! Took such loving care of my post-surgical dog, sent regular updates, was timely and reliable, and helped us feel calm leaving the dog in a needier-than-normal state. I will absolutely be asking her to dog-sit again!

- Ana D.

Whitney H.

5.0

Whitney has nannied for us for over six months now, and she has been wonderful. Our daughter absolutely adores her. She is reliable, responsible, and fun! We will miss seeing her every week, and hope she can still babysit when our schedules align.

- Donna P.

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