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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Westwood, MA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Westwood, MA
Antoinette C.
Westwood, MA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Love Children. I Have A Lot Of Experience With Children And Special Needs Children. I Pet Sit Too.
5.0
(1)
I have worked with children for 28 years and specialize in children with behavioral, autism, learning disabilities, social and emotional. I'm also a mom of four. Im a grandmother of 3. I also graduated from Everest Institute with a degree in Medical Assisting. I am a hardworking, goal oriented person who will settle for nothing...
Antoinette can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Loving kind and affectionate woman . Extremely dedicated and versed in her skill set. She goes above and beyond what’s expected and asked of her. I would highly recommend her to anyone that is looking for an amzing person to take care of there loved one she is...
Bob D.
I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
Katherine D.
Westwood, MA
$19-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have experience working with children and teens with special needs at the New England Center for Children. At NECC I worked one on one with kids and teenagers on the Autism Spectrum and assisted them with their daily living skills while also helping them reach their educational goals. I also have experience volunteering at the...
Antoinette C.
Westwood, MA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm certified medical assistant. I have over 20 years of experience. I have worked with infant to adults with special needs. I also worked as a paraprofessional for for the Framingham public schools for 6 years. I have also worked in the community with kids, teens and adults on the spectrum. I'm a mom of 4 grown children and...
Katherine D.
Westwood, MA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a senior at Middlebury College looking for a summer job babysitting! I have lots of experience working with kids in various environments across different contexts. I grew up in a big family and I have three siblings so I started babysitting within my own family at an early age. I have experience babysitting kids ages 2-11...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Anna, I am a 20-year-old college student from Westwood, MA. I am looking for a child care job opportunity. I have experience working with children from the ages of 3 to 12. I have loved my past babysitting jobs. I am working with special needs children at an extended school year program from 7/8-8/15 and have...
Anna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Kaitlin C.
Westwood, MA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been working with both children and adults with special needs as well as the elderly for the past 15 years. I live at home with my husband and 2 children.
Kaitlin C.
Westwood, MA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have experience working with a lovely senior couple through an agency on the south shore... I enjoyed every minute... I currently work with adults with special needs in the evenings and am looking for some senior care during the day while my children are at school :)
Kaitlin can also help with: Personal care, respite care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lesley. I am available to babysit on an as-needed basis.
For 5 years, I worked as an assistant teacher for special needs students in an elementary school. I have over 10 years of experience caring for kids of all ages in their homes or in a professional daycare setting.
I'm CPR and First Aid trained with plenty...
Lesley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lesley was wonderful. She took initiative, was extremely communicative about all the details of working for me, was very punctual, and was able to manage behavioral challenges with multiple children. I would highly recommend Lesley and would absolutely hire again...
Lisa R.
Kathleen H.
Norwood, MA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny, House Manager, Babysitter, Pet Sitter & House Sitter
4.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kate. I'm 43 years old and live in Norwood, MA. I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old for children of all ages and needs, from infants to early teens. I've been working as a professional nanny and babysitter for over 12 years now. I have also worked for a center with children and adults with special needs. I...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Katie has been an absolute blessing to our family! My 8 month old son loves her. She takes such good care of him and always helps around the house. She's reliable, flexible with our schedule, very responsive when we contact her, and always lets me know that she's...
Kevin And Samantha B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi Everyone, my name is Nancy and here is a Bio of what I have to offer, I will keep it short.
I have been taking care of children for over 20 years. Typical and Special needs. I can help out with almost anything. I love cooking and baking,
I have lots of energy if needed, for those high energy children.
I was a recreation...
Nancy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nancy is a super responsible, caring and fun babysitter who understands 'boy energy'. My sons enjoyed spending time with Nancy. I felt very confident in her as a sitter and would definitely have her come again."
Liza H.
Lauren H.
Brookline, MA
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lauren and I recently graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a bachelors in social work. I am from a suburb of metro Detroit, where I have extensive experience with children of all ages, especially involving children with special needs. I will be moving to Boston in September and would love to nanny full...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren was absolutely amazing. She fit right in and we felt extremely comfortable with her caring for our first born. Lauren was kind, patient, trustworthy and even taught me some things when it came to our baby!!! I would highly recommend her and can't say enough...
Kim K.
Anna Z.
Dorchester Center, MA
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
As a sitter, your child's safety and joy are my top priorities. I want to develop relationships with your kids. I want to see them laugh, smile and have fun. It would be such a privilege to be able to share these moments with your children.
I have experience babysitting step siblings and family friends, being a live-in...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Anna is great with children! She is kind, patient and fun. Always prompt and dependable. She is wonderful!"
Jessie L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jovanni. I am 26 years old. I have been a nanny to multiple families since I was 18, I have experience with special needs and autism children, and I have watched as many as 3 kids. I've always loved children and am constantly around the younger generations.. I am very active, love sports, and the outdoors. I am...
Jovanni can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jovanni has been a great help to my family and when our schedules match again I hope he can continue to work with my son. Dependable, caring and playful with kids. He's a ton of fun and has been very flexible. I would feel comfortable recommending him to any...
Leemichael M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for children and adults who have Autism as well as cerebral palsy. I have volunteered at the ARC in South Norfolk to help take care of children and adults with autism and helping them with simple activities. I have also spent a month in Jamaica helping take care of children and adults with cerebral...
5.0
(1)
I am Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certified; I love being creative and singing, exploring nature, things like that. I have years of experience providing exceptional care to children aged infant to 15; I am proficient in communicating with children at different developmental stages, ability to assist children with school...
Moya can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Andreia R.
Stoughton, MA
$30-44/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi
I live in Stoughton
I'm CNA and experience in special needs
Own car
No smoke
Elizabeth A.
Sharon, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Firm, Loving, Caring, Fun And Creative, Honest, Four Star General, Committed Professional Nanny
3.4
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am the youngest of 11 children. Single mom of three for 20 years all in College now. I have 32 nieces and nephews. I have cared for all ages and personalities newborns-Teens & special needs. I have been a nanny for 30 years . It makes me proud knowing I helped to create in them developmental growth, academic strength ,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I spoke with Elizabeth tonight and she was very polite and friendly. She seemed like she would be a great babysitter for my kids. I'm a single mom, always been with the kids and just not ready to make that leap yet otherwise she would have been perfect for the job."
Rebecca M.
Monica B.
Hyde Park, MA
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over the last 6 years, I have worked with different individuals with all types of disabilities, from mental health, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, elderly care, etc. All were residing in nursing homes, residential and hospitals. I have a strong passion for caring for people who are in need. I love to know that I can...
5.0
"Monica is a caring professional with extensive work supporting adults with developmental disabilities and brain injuries in nursing home and residential settings.
Monica takes an individualized approach working with each person, is a diligent and respectful...
Anne C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My part time hours are negotiable per hr (3 hr shift minimum). I recently updated my adult & pediatric First Aid/AED/CPR qualifications through the Red Cross. I was a church nursery teacher on Sunday morning, (7 years), mental health worker in social skills program (autistic spectrum disorder), summer treatment program counselor...
5.0
"Cheryl assists me in house sitting as needed, while I'm away from my home in Wellesley. I feel reassured that my pet and home are always safe and in good hands with her. I would recommend Cheryl based on her trustworthiness, affection for pets, attention to detail...
Michael T.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Westwood, MA
Antoinette C.
5.0
Loving kind and affectionate woman . Extremely dedicated and versed in her skill set. She goes above and beyond what’s expected and asked of her. I would highly recommend her to anyone that is looking for an amzing person to take care of there loved one she is loving caring and treats you like her...
- Bob D.
Lesley F.
5.0
Lesley was one of the very first people outside of family to babysit our infant son. She was so reassuring and incredibly professional. Upon speaking to Lesley I was immediately confident that her expertise left him in great hands. She was extremely punctual, communicative and had no trouble feeding...
- Helene J.
Kathleen H.
5.0
I can't say enough positive things about Kate (or Katie as we call her!). We hired Katie to care for our then 12-week-old son when I was going back to work after maternity leave. I was absolutely terrified to be leaving my baby at that young age. Katie eased my fears with her knowledge, experience...
- Chonel P.
Nancy D.
5.0
Nancy is a super responsible, caring and fun babysitter who understands 'boy energy'. My sons enjoyed spending time with Nancy. I felt very confident in her as a sitter and would definitely have her come again.
- Liza H.
Lauren H.
5.0
We love Lauren! My kids absolutely love her and she is very responsible with them. She drove them to activities and I 100 percent trust her. She worked for us for about 4 years. My youngest grew up with her since he was around 6 months old. I highly recommend Lauren and will make any family happy!
- Marla S.
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