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Tristin H. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Tristin

Boston, MA
$20/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Liana G. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Liana

Boston, MA
$30/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I'm Liana, I recently graduated with my MS from Northeastern University. I have babysat and nannied since high school for a variety of ages. Most recently, I took care of two sweet girls aged 5 and 8. In high school, I was a youth ski instructor at Jiminy Peak Mtn. in Western Mass. I love to have fun, engage young minds, and build bonds with he children I work with.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Katherine W. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Katherine

Boston, MA
$25/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am 26 years old, just moved to Boston in July 2023. I have worked with kids as a babysitter and nanny since I was 16, kids ranging from newborn to teenagers. I am a registered nurse currently taking a break from bedside nursing and would like to go back to working with children for the time being. I am very involved and hands on, love being outdoors, and trying new adventures with the kids I care for.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Hannah F. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Hannah

Boston, MA
$40/hr
Part-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! I am a pediatric nurse with a year of nursing experience and around 10 years of babysitting experience. I enjoy time outside and arts and crafts.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Emily Rose B. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Emily Rose

Boston, MA
$38/hr
Full-time
9 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I am an RN looking for a full time position as a nanny. I previously have worked on the post partum floor/ NICU as a nurse's aid. As a nurse I worked on an Intermediate Care Unit and have been a school nurse for the last year and a half.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Nichole G. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Nichole

Boston, MA
$30/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Robyn B. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Robyn

Boston, MA
$35/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Julia O. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Julia

Boston, MA
$22/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m Julia I’m 23 years old and just moved to Boston in August! I’m originally from Cincinnati, OH. I graduated college in May, but since then have been discovering my passions and what I want to do. I love music, played soccer growing up, and am very passionate about children! I have been babysitting since 13, and have since nannied and babysat for children ages 3mos-12yrs. This past summer I nannied full time for a little boy with autism. I am also a frequent babysitter for the coach of the NFL Bengals, Zac Taylor. I will forever be a kid at heart and cannot wait to find a great family to be a part of.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Lucy C. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Lucy

Boston, MA
$17/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I love working with children. I have lots of energy which helps me to connect with them. I am very amicable, adventurous, imaginative, and available.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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Iris Beltran - Seeking Work in Boston
Nanny Iris
"Very caring and thoughtful… took additional care and made sure to go extra miles to meet baby needs. We could always rely on her and make sure baby gets all the support needed"
- Chaitanya
Nohelia Rodriguez - Seeking Work in Boston
Nanny Nohelia
"Nohelia cared for our four children, ages 3, 5, 9, and 11. She was reliable, caring, and professional. She managed school transportation, activities, meals, laundry, and daily routines with ease. She created a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for our children. We always found her to be trustworthy, organized, and dependable, and we highly recommend her to any family."
- Lisa Loring
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Nanny Sophia
"You are not going to want to miss your chance to hire Sophia! She is everything you could want in a nanny. Competent, professional, communicative, caring and fun! It’s been wonderful having her in our home and we can’t recommend her enough! Our girls love her and will miss her so much! Our youngest is starting preschool in September, otherwise we’d try to keep her to ourselves!"
- Ben
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How to Hire Special Needs Child Care in Boston,MA

First, you should understand your requirements and preferences for this position and create your special needs nanny job. Then, as you find candidates that you like, you can message them to learn more about them. After you found the right candidate, you can take advantage of Nanny Lane’s services, including background checks, PLUS, and nanny payroll.

Common Responsibilities of Special Needs Child Care in Boston,MA

The roles and responsibilities of a nanny caring for a child with special needs vary from position to position. Special needs nannies have diverse experiences with different needs and abilities. If your child has a consistent schedule or meals that they like to eat, your nanny’s responsibilities can include pick up/drop-off, meal preparation, and any other tasks needed to ensure the children’s well-being. It is essential to take these factors into account when determining how much you should pay a special needs nanny.

Interview Questions for Special Needs Child Care in Boston,MA

As you start to find your favorite candidates for your special needs nanny position, invite them to a nanny interview. Here’s a list of some nanny interview questions to consider asking:

  • What's your experience caring for children with special needs?
  • How comfortable are you with following a routine?
  • Have you taken any special training?
  • Have you ever had an emergency or difficult situation while caring for a child with special needs?

At the end of the interview, if you’d like to move forward with the candidate, you can ask for references to learn more about their experiences.

Contracts for Special Needs Child Care in Boston,MA

Once you have the right candidate for your special needs nanny job, you should present the candidate a job offer. This stage is an opportunity to foster open communication before they start or a situation arises. After presenting your job offer, facilitate a discussion between your family and your special needs nanny to clarify any confusion. Once you have found an agreement with your special needs nanny, you can document this in a contract.

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