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Linda B.

Happy Experienced Mother And Grandmother

Hampton, CT

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Behavior - Applied Behavior Analysis.
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Ramneek K.

Occasional Babysitter In College Available On Most Fridays And Saturday

Brooklyn, CT

from
$17/hr
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! My name is Ramneek. I am 28 and I am Registered Nurse with almost 6 years of hospital experience and am ACLS certified. I can provide proof for both if needed. I currently work as a ICU nurse. The medical training I have received thus far includes advanced first aid, recognizing signs and symptoms, medication administration...
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Mariah M.

Babysitter Available

Norwich, CT

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a mother to three children of my own. I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. I have experience with adaptive equipment and multiple special needs. I have a passion for helping others.

Elaine K. says "She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during...

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Joann R.

Part-time Caregiver.

Gales Ferry, CT

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a mother of one and grandmother of two. I have worked as a professional nanny for many years after working as a legal assistant. I have had many long-term positions - newborns, twin infants, toddler/preschool, school-age and special needs; I am blessed to still see the former families. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified (a...

Care Member says "Joanne was my saving grace. She was absolutely wonderful with my 2 daughters (now 6 and 13) while she was with us. Unfortunately kids grow up, but we...

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Lynn W.

Norwich, CT

4.7(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I finished college and received a degree in Early Childhood Education from Three Rivers Community College. I've been babysitting for 15 years. I have worked in a child care center for three years. I love working with kids because they are learning as they go. I have experience with special needs children and adults too. I am...

Stacie M. says "We only talked through email but she was very punctual and responded extremely fast! Hope to look to her in the future for any date night needs."

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Mackenzie B.

Putnam, CT

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 3 years of experience. I worked in a daycare for almost 2 years. I had watched two children on the weekends that are in foster care for a total of 2 years. I also have nannied for a family including a 1. 5-year-old and a 6-year-old! I am CPR certified. I have training with special needs individuals. I have some background...

Michelle R. says "Machenzie is a very dependable sweet young lady. We have used her often the past year and a half. She has never once cancelled or been late . My...

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Judith M.

CNA, Special Needs Teacher, Regular Teacher

Willimantic, CT

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Bathing, help with dressing, help with toileting, meal preparation, feeding, emptying catheter, bed making etc

Jamie C. says "Judith is a patient and compassionate Christian woman with a great heart who is devoted to doing the best she can in all she does! She is a strong woman...

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Mariah M.

Part-Time Caregiver

Norwich, CT

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Specialized care
mobility assistance
personal care
dementia
companionship
I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. It is a passion of mine to help others. I have experience with adaptive equipment, and special needs.
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Savannah D.

Ledyard, CT

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
*Availbility Update: As of 10/13/25 I'm only avaliable Friday Nights & Saturday Nights for babysitting from 5pm-2 a.m. (possibly later if needed).* Nurturing young minds is my passion. With 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, I offer a calm and patient approach to childcare. My...

Joanna B. says "Savannah is a classroom teacher at my agency. She is unflappable. Her calm is contagious. One of her greatest traits is how she can really quickly “get”...

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Heather K.

Experienced Educated Professional

Norwich, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Experienced educated professional available for caregiving positions. I have experience with all ages & special needs individuals. I have over 15 years experience providing all levels of care for individuals from birth till advanced stages of life. I have experience from School Readiness Programs to group homes with individuals...

Care Member says "Heather was very reliable and provided excellent care to my son. I requested her help in a pinch and I won’t hesitate to request her help again"

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Ginger H.

Willington, CT

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Nurturing responsible and reliable career nanny with experience caring for newborn through teen age children. I have recent experience with twins and also special needs. Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certifications are current. I have taught gymnastics and swimming lessons and enjoy outdoor activities , reading, crafting, yoga and...

Amanda N. says "Ginger has been part of our family for almost 10 years and she's actually the best. Kids gravitate to her. Anyone who hires Ginger would be incredibly...

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Angela O.

Babysitter

Pomfret Center, CT

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Angela and I have been around children for 10+ years. I have worked with new borns, toddlers & special needs children. I love to get creative while babysitting, whether building a fort or arts and craft or playing outside. Kids are my passion, which babysitting allows me to do what I love everyday! I would love to...

Care Member says "I’m lucky enough to have Angela for a sister in law! She regularly watches my special needs toddler and my now 9 month old infant. She has the energy...

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Denise L.

Devoted Care-giver By Nature

Foster, RI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
light cleaning
dementia
My name is Denise. I began my care-taking career by taking care of my father, a disabled Korean war vet with PTSD. Years later my mother was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and diabetes. I treasured caring for her until the end of her journey. I also raised three children with special needs. Through these experiences I realized...

Lori S. says "I have met dozens of caregivers over the past five years since my mom has needed full-time help. I can say without hesitation that Denise is on my "A List"...

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Savannah C.

Outgoing, Good With Children, Personable, Patient, And Creative

Pomfret Center, CT

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
9 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Savannah and I'm a 2019 high school graduate. I've just returned from living in the UK for 6 months working as an Au Pair! I currently work at a daycare as the head preschool teacher and was the head infant teacher before I made my move to the UK. I've worked there for 3 years :) I started working with children at a young...

Chelsie F. says "Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she...

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Kathy T.

Energetic Care Giver Seeking An Opportunity To Help!

Storrs Mansfield, CT

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Since taking early retirement late last year, I have been helping my dad (age 94) and his wife. My dad has had increased difficulty getting around and had lost a good deal of his short term memory. I've helped with meal preparation, cleaning, and I have driven them to medical appointments and helped them with errands. I have...
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Joann R.

Part-time Caregiver

Gales Ferry, CT

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
27 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked as a professional nanny for over 20 years after working as a legal assistant. I am also a mother and grandmother of two, both attending college. I am originally from Washington State with residency in Connecticut for 13 years; I currently, occasionally take care of the sweetest little boy with autism. It has been a...
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Caroline S.

Babysitter/Nanny

Willimantic, CT

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$17/hr
9 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
Summer is right around the corner! I am a responsible and experienced nanny/babysitter looking for a family to work with over the summer. I have 9 years of experience sitting for children ages newborn to young teens, as well as experience working at a summer camp for ages 3-15. I have extensive experience working with children...
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Rachel D.

Caregiver With Special Needs Experience, Flexible Schedule

Coventry, RI

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I'm a 27-year-old college graduate pursuing my Occupational Therapy Assistant degree. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages and particularly those with special needs. I have held many care roles including as a babysitter, nanny, Personal Care Attendant, camp counselor, and behavioral specialist. I...
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Athena C.

Coventry, RI

from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have always loved working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I have worked in a school with children with special needs. I was a nanny for 3 years and enjoyed it very much. I am CPR first aid certified. I also have my HHA certificate looking forward to chatting thanks Athena
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Christie C.

Chaplin, CT

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I worked full-time as an aide for middle aged twins who had Developmental Disabilities and Muscular Dystrophy. This position ended recently when the twins passed away within 2 months of each other. In my role as an aide, I assist with ADLs and with both a respiratory and exercise program, escorted them into the community and to...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Canterbury, CT

Special Needs Caregivers in Canterbury, CT are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Mariah M.

She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible...

- Elaine K.

Joann R.

Joanne was my saving grace. She was absolutely wonderful with my 2 daughters (now 6 and 13) while she was with us. Unfortunately kids grow...

- Care member

Lynn W.

We only talked through email but she was very punctual and responded extremely fast! Hope to look to her in the future for any date night...

- Stacie M.

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