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Rachael T.

Special Education Teacher

Branford, CT

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Rachael, and I am moving to Nashville to attend graduate school at Vanderbilt University. I am a certified elementary and special education teacher. Throughout my various positions within a school and babysitting, I have worked with children of varying disabilities (e. g., Autism Spectrum Disorders, Intellectual...
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Branford, CT

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Hello, my name is Amanda! I work as a Paraprofessional & Building substitute. I've had experience in my paraprofessional role aiding students with autism, adhd, and dyslexia.
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Branford, CT

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! My name is Rachael, and I am graduating Vanderbilt University with my M. Ed. this May. I am a certified elementary and special education teacher. I am able and willing to care for children with special needs or behavioral challenges. In general, I have a lot of experience taking care of children. I have worked for one family...
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Branford, CT

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Hi I'm Mia. I graduated Branford High School in 2024. Since graduating I've been a para at Guilford Public Schools. I work with special needs children ranging from Prek3 to 4th grade. While in high school I worked the afterschool program as well as the summer camp program in Branford. I am CPR certified and Epi Pen certified. I...
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Branford, CT

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Hi everyone! My name is Sofia, and I'm a 23-year-old living in Branford, Ct. I have 9 years of childcare experience that includes babysitting, preschool teaching, and nannying. I've been lucky enough to work with kids from infant-13 years old. I also have experience with caring for pets and I'm always willing to help out with...
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I have worked for the league school of greater Boston with Autistic children ages 8-18 in a residential setting, assisting them with personal care, meal prep, homework assignment, taking them out into the community. Before my professional experience working with kids I gained experience from home have two younger sisters one is...
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Crafty Teacher Getting To Help Over The Summer

Branford, CT

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$30/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
I am a certified teacher looking to occasionally help babysit/nanny for a family. I am highly creative and would love to plan some activities or some crafts with your little one. I love animals as well so if you have any that is perfectly fine. I also have experience with special needs children. Sarah
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Helping Hand

Branford, CT

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$25/hr
Errands
meal prep
I have experience working with special needs children and adults from various backgrounds. I am warm, helpful and dedicated.
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Care Giver ,companion,Homeking,transportation

New Haven, CT

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
I have experience aiding people with showering and with bed baths. I have reminded people to take their medications. I've aided people with personal care, and helped them with cooking and feeding. I have experience helping people with hover lifts, wheel chairs, and hospital beds. I have 20 years of experience with Alzheimer's,...

Michal R. says "Karina took care of my mother in law 5 days a week for 4 months. She was very competent and kind, and she developed a wonderful rapport with my mother in...

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Calm, Compassionate Caregiver

North Branford, CT

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there, I'm Rachel! I'm 25 years old and graduated in 2016 with a degree in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies. Experience: I've babysat for families with multiple kids ranging from 8 months - 16 years old, including those Autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder. I've worked as a social skills group...

Tessa G. says "Rachel is a phenomenal caregiver. She treats others with the utmost respect, is timely, and has a sincerely positive outlook that is very encouraging....

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North Haven, CT

4.3(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello Parents! I, too, am a parent so I understand how precious your babies, your pets, and your household are to you. I am a mature candidate with years of experience working with children of all ages, and in many settings, from nannying; tutoring in public school and privately; teaching horseback riding lessons; directing a...

Julia D. says "Tessa has provided exceptional care to our infant daughter and made my transition back to work manageable with the amazing help to our household and baby....

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Responsible Yet Fun Caregiver

West Haven, CT

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am a 45-year-old mother of 3. I have worked with children for most of my adult life. I have experience with children of all ages and abilities. I previously owned my own home daycare and have worked in various elementary schools supporting both typical and children with special needs. My school background has provided me with...

Katie S. says "Jenny has been with our family since our daughter was 6 weeks old. In these last 18 months she has been a beyond amazing care provider and friend to our...

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Shoreline Special Needs Care Available

New Haven, CT

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
My background includes infants, multiples and classroom up to teen age. I specialize in autism and diabetes. I am CPR and First Aid certified.
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Hello!

North Haven, CT

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Like you, I am the parent of a special needs child so I understand, first hand, the challenges. I understand, too, how frightening it can be trusting someone with your child. Whatever I can provide to reassure you, will be provided, whether that be extra references, hard copy criminal background check... Just let me know. I have...

Karen L. says "Tessa is a kind, reliable, patient caregiver. She cares for our 3 year old daughter with development delays and she does a wonderful job. Our energetic 5...

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West Haven, CT

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a very reliable patient and creative person with more them 5 years of experience caring for children I will give the appropriate care and I am willing to do any other additional task if is requested..
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Developmental Disabilities Worker

East Haven, CT

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired 2021 DDS Developmental Ct Disabilities Worker 2 of over 35 years. I have extensive experience with the Developmentally Challenged . I enjoy working with individuals with special needs. I find it rewarding and love making a positive difference in their lives. Guaranteed Care With A Loving Heart.
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Experienced Care Taker

Hamden, CT

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience
Previous owner of a licensed daycare for 16 years where I cared for special needs children ranging from 2 months to 14 years of age. Licensed CNA since 1993 where I worked in the hospital, convalescent homes, and one on one in-home care. Over the years, I have and continue to care for individuals who are not totally capable of...

Celisia H. says "Ms. Cherie is a wonderful person very loving and caring towards everyone she meets along the way. Ms. Cherie cared for both my kids an they both love her...

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Hello!

West Haven, CT

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I have many years of experience working with kids and adults with disabilities. I have worked three summers at a camp for people with disabilities and got to meet so many amazing people through it. I also have worked as a personal care assistant. I love getting to know each person I work with. I have experience working...

Nancy P. says "Cassidy is very caring, conscientious and professional. We enjoy her friendly personality! She has been wonderful helping us meet our disabled family...

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Pct

Hamden, CT

3.5(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
As an experienced care giver with special needs, I am able to give the best of me to my clients, I have experience with enfants, young and adults with Cognitive Disabilities, Mobility Challenges, Seizure Disorder, Epilepsy, Blindness, Visual Impairment, Spinal cord Injuries, Quadriplegic, Development delay, Autism... I am able...

Carol T. says "She was not available for the hours I need it"

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Dedicated Bilingual Childcare Professional With 5 Years Of Experience In Speciald Needs.

Hamden, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
As a bilingual childcare nanny fluent in both Spanish and English, I bring over five years of dedicated experience working with special needs children. Additionally, being a mother of three, I understand the importance of providing a nurturing and supportive environment. My hands-on experience, combined with my ability to...
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  • The average post rate is $24.38/hr as of December 2025

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Karina D.

Karina took care of my mother in law 5 days a week for 4 months. She was very competent and kind, and she developed a wonderful rapport with...

- Michal R.

Rachel R.

Rachel is a phenomenal caregiver. She treats others with the utmost respect, is timely, and has a sincerely positive outlook that is very...

- Tessa G.

Tessa W.

Tessa has provided exceptional care to our infant daughter and made my transition back to work manageable with the amazing help to our...

- Julia D.

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