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We have 60 special needs caregivers in Worcester, MA! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.
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Find special needs caregivers in Worcester, MA that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in Worcester, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Worcester, MA
Lauren J.
Worcester, MA
$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
Before I moved to college, I lived in Maine. Now that I'm down here I would love to find new families to assist in caring for their children. For the past 3. 5 years I was a nanny for a family with 5 children. Four of them had special needs. I understand how to handle behavior issues, autistic needs, give medication, and keep...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Samantha and I am looking to connect with a family for a summer/part time schedule. I work in the public schools as a Behavior Specialist. My child care experience dates back over 15 years. I previously was a pre school teacher for 3 years as well as a behavior technician working with children in the special...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I have experience working in early childhood education in mainly two daycare settings. I have experience working with children on the spectrum and general special needs. I take what I do very seriously, I put kids needs above all their happiness/health/education is very important to me.
Tanesha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Danielle M.
Worcester, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a 25-year-old college graduate who has 12 years of childcare experience. I graduated from Framingham State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology in 2016. For the past 12 years, I have babysat several families with multiple children ranging from infants to teenagers. I also have experience working with...
Danielle can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hi! My name is Kelsey. I am a new mom with an almost 8-month-old. I have an undergraduate and masters degree in special education, and currently work in human services. With that, I have both academic and professional experience working with individuals with special needs, ranging from adolescence to adulthood. Babysitting was...
Kelsey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Alice H.
Worcester, MA
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Frankie! I graduated from Clark in 2022 and am seeking a full time nannying position.
I started babysitting in my neighborhood when I was 12 and have had multiple long term nannying jobs. I'm originally from Seattle, and have worked as a counselor, backpacking trip leader, and art program director at various summer...
Alice can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
-My name is Paula (24) and I am currently looking to start babysitting in December/January.
-I'm a new mommy
-I've worked in daycare, Client home for ABA therapy and the Boys and girls club.
-I've babysat since I was 18 for children ages 10month- 11 years old.
-Flexible schedule- reoccurring
-available for...
Paula can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 25 years old and graduated college in 2021 with a B. S. in Psychology with a concentration in ABA. I have been watching kids since I was 10 and since then I have been a mother's helper, babysitter, or nanny for numerous families; the number of children varying from 1 to 6 and the ages varying from infant to 16 years old. I...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a 27-year-old elementary school student teacher with years of childcare experience. I have nannied for families with children of all ages and have also worked with children with special needs, so I understand the importance of providing individualized care and attention. I would love to help your family with after-school...
Makenzi can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
I have no experience with working with special needs kids, but I have experience with kids. I want to get experience with different kinds of kids. All kids are kids and unique and special. I love watching kids grow and learn new things. I'm very energetic. I love outdoors and love to swim and play games and read. I am also a...
Belinda N.
Worcester, MA
$19-24/hr
I am willing to provide ABA service to kids on spectrum and any kind of physical challenge that can help one to improve their lives
Fiona B.
Worcester, MA
$20-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experience with children of all ages. Experience with kids with special needs I am a very friendly person and very professional. I love kids in general. And you can definitely trust me with your kids.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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...
Madi T.
Jefferson, MA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Madison and I am a college student, currently studying elementary education. I have a passion for working with children and have worked with kids of all ages, including special needs students. I have 5 years of paid experience, but many more years of unpaid experience. I am hard working, reliable and always...
Madi can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"She's the best!! She worked so well with my 3 year old son. So sad she had to leave."
Angelyk R.
4.2
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I am also a professional chef and a parent. What better combination could you get in a caregiver! Since retiring I have provided child care for several families, including homeschooling a 3rd and 8th...
Frank can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"When we moved to the area, we needed after school support for our 2 older sons (11 & 12.) Frank picked them up after school and insured they got a good snack and started to their homework (not much homework at that age.) The boys appreciated his gentle approach and...
Michael W.
5.0
(1)
I truly enjoy working with individuals with special needs because I find it rewarding to get to know the whole person, their strengths, interests, habits, and areas of challenge. I am seeking a position that does not require me to provide physical assistance (heavy lifting, positioning, transfers...) For 13 years I worked as an...
5.0
"Karen is very compassionate and caring. She cared of my uncle and was a complete joy. We both looked forward to seeing her especially my uncle. She was very knowledgeable and precise. I would highly recommend her for your love ones. Thank you Peter."
Peter B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a reliable and compassionate person, and I am always aware of safety. I find working with adults/seniors to be rewarding and enjoyable. For more than 15 years, I was employed as an Occupational Therapist. I did not like paperwork and attending meetings, so I changed my career path to working directly with people....
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
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.
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I can help boost your child's social and academic development and can run facilitated play groups with friends. I have experience with a broad range of special needs and have been told I have a calm and...
5.0
"Frank has worked with my daughter, who has special needs, over the years. She has always enjoyed spending time with him. He is soft spoken, kind, and has a caring heart. As a parent it's great to find someone dependable and I would recommend him to any family that...
Wendy W.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Worcester, MA
Madi T.
5.0
She's the best!! She worked so well with my 3 year old son. So sad she had to leave.
- Angelyk R.
Frank S.
5.0
Frank took care of my three children for a week while we were visiting Massachusetts but needed to work from home. Frank was caring, kind, and gentle. He doted on our 18 month old boy, pushing him around on a toy car to the delight of my son. He did fun cooking activities, crafts, and science...
- Tenley P.
Karen K.
5.0
Karen is very compassionate and caring. She cared of my uncle and was a complete joy. We both looked forward to seeing her especially my uncle. She was very knowledgeable and precise. I would highly recommend her for your love ones. Thank you Peter.
- Peter B.
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.
Holly P.
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.
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Ratings for Worcester, MA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Worcester, MA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.