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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Chester, CT

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Chester, CT

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Brenda S.


Ivoryton, CT

$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

One of a Kind Nanny

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My work experience is quite diverse. I worked with a family with 4 children from 5-12 yrs old, inner city children, teenage runaways and currently work with individuals with disabilities such as autism, developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injury, etc. The care provided to individuals and their families may include daily...
Brenda can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Courtney W.


Killingworth, CT

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have loved working with kids since I was a kid. I have cousins who are 7 and 9 years younger than me and once they were born I wanted to be able to babysit for them. When I turned 12 was old enough to take the babysitting course our local rec department offered and after that I took every opportunity to babysit. I started by...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
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Megan B.


Higganum, CT

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Megan and I am from Higganum CT and I currently work as a Young Toddler teacher at an Early Learning Center. I have worked with children for about 12 years. I have worked in many different settings, including at home nannying, camp counselor, early childhood education at a learning center, etc. I have worked very...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Chelsea H.


Madison, CT

$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver- Special Needs Specifically

I am pursuing a degree in psychology-mental health at SCSU right now. I am a junior and have experience in the field. I interned at a day program for adults with traumatic brain injuries, developmental disabilities and visual impairments. My current job is as a life skills instructor for adults with disabilities (most on my...
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Lois A.


Old Lyme, CT

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

CPR FIRST AID PMT CT MEDICATION CERTIFIED

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Over 25 years of experience with special needs, Alzheimer's patients, hospice care , transfers, feeding, assistance bathing . I will run errands and do light housekeeping and meal prep. I am medication certified thru the state of Ct. I am CPR,& first aide certified also. Communication is very important between families and your...
Lois can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Sally D.


Clinton, CT

$21-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have extensive experience in childcare from 1987 to 2024. I was a nanny for 5 children for a professional family in Guilford and well as another professional family with 2 daughters in Woodbridge. I was a substitute teacher and a teacher's aide for the New Haven Board of Education Also, assisted with special needs children. My...
Sally can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Alivia C.


Westbrook, CT

$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Care For Children That Have Disabilities/Special Needs

I spent most of my high school experience working with students who have special needs! I participated in Unified sports and volunteered with Westbrook's Buddy Baseball team! I was partnered to work with a young student who struggled with developing social skills and who struggled with ADHD during my last year of high school and...
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Patricia C.


Westbrook, CT

$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 5+ years in child care, ranging in all ages, and special needs care. Look forward to working with you!
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Debra S.


Deep River, CT

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Human Service Provider

I am a 54 YO married female who thrives being busy and engaged. I have managed a Group Home for Brian House Inc out of Chester Ct for 20 years concentrating on supporting individuals with behavioral and intellectual disorders. I operated my own in home childcare for 5 years when my children were younger. I have worked in the...
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Arianna R.


Higganum, CT

$19-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Best Sitter Ever :)

Hi! I am 22 years old and I am in college to be an elementary school teacher, I also work at a seasonal restaurant throughout the year, and I am fluent in Spanish. I have a 3-year-old sister so I have learned to care for her and watch her grow as well as all my younger cousins. I have worked with different children, ages 5...
Arianna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
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Linda T.


Deep River, CT

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Long term Full time Caregiver. Will Travel If Needed.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi My name is Linda I have 30 plus years experience with children ages 0 to 6 years old. I have No criminal history and I am a nonsmoker. I have my own reliable transportation. Aided with care for special needs children to include travel to and from appointments and assist in daily exercises and activities. Willing to work some...
Linda can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Brenda S.


Ivoryton, CT

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring, Compassionate And Dependable Caregiver

For over 20 years I have worked with individuals with various special needs and challenges so my experience is quite diverse. I am so passionate about what I do I am a guardian for a gentleman with developmental disabilities. During my profession I have worked with individuals with autism, behavioral issues, developmental...
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Rachel V.


Old Saybrook, CT

$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hello! I'm a paraprofessional with a psychology degree and enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages. I'm flexible and willing to learn new things and have been working on my RBT training and already work with one individual with ASD. I was on the track team at CCSU so I love to stay active and have a specialty in math...
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Athelia D.


Madison, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking For One Full Time Job

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Education Gateway Community College New Haven, CT Early Childhood Education Courses, 2004-2006 New Milford High School New Milford, CT High School Diploma, June 1979 Employment 2012-Present Care for 3-year-old Provide transportation to and from activities Meal preparation Completing household chores while napping (i....
Athelia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Aubrey C.


Deep River, CT

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. Hello my name is Aubrey. I am a teacher with an associates, bachelors and masters degree in education. I've spent over seven years professionally working with children with emphasis on special education. As well as personally growing up with special needs family...
Aubrey can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Gabriella W.


Madison, CT

$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi! My name is Gabby W, and I'm originally from Madison, Connecticut. I graduated from New York University in 2023 with a B. S. in Psychology and will be attending Columbia University in the fall for graduate school. In my free time, I love working out, hiking, reading, cooking, and spending time with friends and family. I truly...
Gabriella can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kristen W.


East Haddam, CT

$17-22/hr • 7 yrs exp

I have several years experience working in a behavioral classroom with students on the spectrum. I have completed my masters in Elementary Education and have a passion for working in this field.

Carli R.


Madison, CT

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Child Care

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a new graduate registered nurse and have great interest in becoming a pediatric nurse. I was a camp nurse this past summer to almost 500 children between the ages of 3 and 14. I feel comfortable working with children who have special needs or may currently be ill. In college I babysat regularly for a family with a...
Carli can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Carli is absolutely wonderful with my 10 month old daughter. She's sweet, caring and a very responsible sitter. I certainly recommend her!"

Ashley M.

Brendan C.


Westbrook, CT

$20-40/hr • 6 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Searching For Summer Employment

I am a compassionate and motivated Special Education teacher and tutor with an extensive and diverse background in the education field. My years of experience with individuals with special needs and coaching high school athletics, will make me an exceptional candidate for your job. I have experience in mathematics, language...

Kerri M.


Higganum, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in the Madison Public School System for 13 years as a Paraprofessional with special needs students. For the last 6 years I have also been a nanny for 3 children after school. Prior to that I worked as a companion & homemaker for almost 2 years. Please reach out to me if you think I would me a good match. Thank...
Kerri can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision

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