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Madison Z.

North Branford, CT

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Hello there! My name is Madison and I'm thrilled to offer my childcare services to you and your family. With a Bachelor's degree from Central Connecticut State University and over 8 years of experience working with children, I bring a wealth of knowledge and passion to every interaction. I have an innate ability to connect with...
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Creative, Experienced Educator

Meriden, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I am an experienced, creative and caring former Preschool Teacher and Director looking to continue to make magical experiences with children and families outside of the school environment. I have experience working with diverse cultures, learning styles and children with special needs. I am able to plan and implement...
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Middletown, CT

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Since 2007 I have provided childcare to children of all ages. I have experience changing diapers, cooking and feeding children, facilitating quiet time and naps, driving children to school and other activities, working with children on age-appropriate projects, among other responsibilities. I have 9 years of experience working...
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LPN Not Licensed In CA

Meriden, CT

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I'm a licensed practical nurse in the state of NJ. I recently moved to Long Beach with my fiance who took a job in Torrance. I worked for preferred care in NJ doing in home pediatrics. I primarily worked with Cerebral Palsy and autistic children. I absolutely loved my job and I am still in contact with the families I worked...
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Babysitter

Madison, CT

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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...
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Part-Time Caregiver Provider

Guilford, CT

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$17/hr
I have experience with high school students with special needs. I have little experience with children with special needs, but I am more than willing to work with everyone.
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I Teach Kids How To Talk Back

Meriden, CT

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hi, I'm Kamrin! I'm a first-year Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) currently working with grades 4-8 and have 4 years of experience as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA). I specialize in supporting students with autism, ADHD, language disorders, learning disabilities, limited verbal communication and more. My work...
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Middletown, CT

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$17/hr
I have much experience working for those with special needs. I have worked as a Direct Support Professional for adults with varying levels of developmental disabilities. In addition, the last 3 summers I have spent as a camp counselor for children with life threatening and chronic conditions such as hemophilia, cerebral palsy,...
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Love Doing Crafts And Can Make Most Activities Fun For The Children

Wallingford, CT

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a very reliable worker and will always be patient with your children and strive to create a happy and healthy babysitting environment. I have over 8 years of babysitting experience , I started when I was a freshman in high school. Now as a junior in college, I'm looking for a more stable nannying / babysitting job. I am...
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Wallingford, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with special needs children for over 10 years from the ages 3 years old to 14 years old. I am a very caring and patient person and I love helping special needs children. It is a very rewarding working with special needs children, because they get so happy when learn something or you read to them or when they learn...
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Special-needs Care

Meriden, CT

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$19/hr
9 years experience
I've been working with individuals with special needs for over five years it's definitely a underrated field. Individuals with special needs are some of the kindest, most gentle people who easily get looked over. I have a big heart for anyone on the spectrum I worked with individuals who have ocd, Add/Adhd as well as Abi -DOWN...
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My Name Is Angelica

Meriden, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have personal and professional experience with children and adults with both mental and physical disabilities. Caring for my little cousin who is on the spectrum and also working at EHCA and Barber National Institute for many years has given me the experience I need to call myself a direct care professional. I am a certified...
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Part-time Caregiver- Special Needs Specifically

Madison, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
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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North Branford, CT

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
As a dedicated and experienced childcare provider, my passion for caring for children stems from my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting young lives. I also worked as a special needs paraprofessional for over 2 years. My patient and calm demeanor, combined with my creative and...

Child Care

Madison, CT

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

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

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Helping Hands Available!!

Middletown, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
From taking care of the Elderly to infants and toddlers. I worked for New. Britain transportation (10 yrs) on the Children's Special needs School Bus. Making sure no medical emergencies happen on my shift with any of my children. I call them my children because I have my eyes and ears on them as if they were my own. I raised...

Part-time Caregiver

Wallingford, CT

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired special education teacher with a lot of energy and a strong desire to help others. I have a positive, friendly attitude and am a hard worker. Also, I am kind, honest and patient and would be glad to give you references.

Middletown, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
hospice services
light cleaning
errands
home modification
+ 1 more
Hello... I am Michael. I am a middle aged Care Giver. I have over 10 years of combined Non-Medical Caregiving experience. I have gained my expertise via family, personal, and agency experiences. I also have familiarity with taking care of Special Needs adults and children. Feel free to contact me with any questions. Please share...
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Meet Taylor

Cromwell, CT

4.7(1)
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$32/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi there, I'm Taylor and I have been babysitting for over 8 Years. I have experience working with all ages and also experience with special needs. I love taking care a kids.

Karen R. says "I have known Taylor since she was two years old. She is a loving, caring, responsible young woman. She is dependable and always has a smile on her face...

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Naugatuck, CT

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Childcare is my craft. I have experience with infants, toddlers, teens, special needs. I believe in going above and beyond for my families as children are my passion in life. Safety, well being and education are my top priorities for children I work with. Along with lots of fun!

Care Member says "Ryan is a fantastic nanny! She provides all inclusive services for our family - primarily watching our youngest from the time he was 5 months old to...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $30.00/hr as of June 2025

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

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

Carli R.

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.

Taylor S.

I have known Taylor since she was two years old. She is a loving, caring, responsible young woman. She is dependable and always has a...

- Karen R.

Ryan T.

Ryan is a fantastic nanny! She provides all inclusive services for our family - primarily watching our youngest from the time he was 5...

- Care member

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