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Find special needs caregivers in Farmington, CT that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Farmington, CT

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Farmington, CT

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Alyssa D.


New Britain, CT

$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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I have many years of working with special needs children! I participated in Varsity Unified Sports and instructed my team of special needs children. I also did many years of internships in middle school classrooms to gain experience. I love knowing that I am helping somebody and making them happy. My goal is to be a special...
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Lindsay B.


West Simsbury, CT

$30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Registered Nurse & Mom Looking For A Nice Family To Work With For Occasional Babysitting.

I'd describe my personality as happy, energetic and playful I'm looking to work for a nice family that will need occasional help on weekday and weekend evenings. I started working with kids when I was a teenager as a babysitter. I became a certified home health aid in college working with children with special needs. I...
Lindsay can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Tricia R.


Hartford, CT

$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp

Tricia

Hello , My name is Tricia. I am 36 years old. I have past experience raising children (of friends) who have dual diagnoses with add/adhd, high functioning autism, mental health diagnosis such as anxiety and depression. I have gained experience with adults as well with these special needs while working as a personal care aide in...
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Kelly M.


Hartford, CT

$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Kelly! I have around 6 years of experience babysitting, 6 years of experience taking care of students with special needs. I have my Special Education and Elementary Education degrees from the University of Hartford. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation and I also have my own car.
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Cara C.


Avon, CT

$22-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

I'm Looking For A Loving Family That I Can Help Out And Become Their Child's Best Friend.

Hello, my name is Cara! I've started my journey with working with children at a young age in the year of 2014. I've also worked at two daycares for young toddlers for the past couple of years, as I also currently babysit a newborn and a 3-year-old regularly on the weekends. I'm completely CPR and First Aid Certified as-well as I...
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Kristina J.


New Britain, CT

$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

About Kristina!

Hi, I'm Kristina! I'm a CCSU graduate with a degree in fine arts and I'd describe my personality as patient, caring and creative. I love working with children, animals and have skills cooking, cleaning, tutoring and doing fun activities like art!! My ultimate goal is to teach kids and I'd love to get more first hand experience...
Kristina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Fridah G.


Bloomfield, CT

$17-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Private Home Health Aid Available Full-Time

I am a 46-year-old with a certificate in Nurse Aide and Home Health Aide. I Have experience in taking care of clients with Alzheimer, Dimentia, wheelchair bound, mobility, incontinence issues, medication, hoarding and more. I am very passionate about caring for the elderly and those with special need as I feel it's not only a...
Fridah can also help with: Dementia, home modification, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

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Kelly M.


Hartford, CT

$17-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi I'm Kelly I have experience working with kids with special needs and am looking forward to helping more kids and families.
My name is Melissa. I have over 6 years experience in this field, I love my job and the comfort and peace of mind I bring to the families I have worked with over the years.
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Chenyl V.


Newington, CT

$27/hr • 4 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Tech / Paraprofessional- Student

I recently move to the Newington area from New York City . My background involves both education and medical fields. I have completed four years of college and am a certified Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). In my current role, I work closely with special needs children, implementing behavioral plans and fostering their...
Chenyl can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Adriana R.


Plainville, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have experience in caring for children of all ages and with disabilities as well. Besides complete and trustworthy childcare my agenda also includes doing projects, homework, reading and tutoring. I am able to prepare light meals, go food shopping, run errands, and do light housekeeping. I have obtained valuable experience...
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Patrice C.


New Britain, CT

$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hi my name is Patrice. I have over 7 years experience caring for children and over 3 years experience caring for special needs individuals. I am very friendly and caring. Very welcoming and patient. Rest assured if your child is left with me he/she will be in safe hands.
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Shamian D.


Bristol, CT

$17-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Provider

My name is Shamian, I have 6 years of experience working with children with a variation of special needs. The children I've worked with age range from 5-21 years old on on the Autism spectrum amongst other disabilities. My biggest experience would be as a mom to a beautiful 10-year-old girl. Balancing being a mom and tackling...
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Amanda G.


Avon, CT

$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Over the summer, l work at a summer camp where hundreds of children come. l have had personal experiences with children with disabilities/mental disorders. I feel like all kids have something to teach us and l hope to be able to learn from your child(ren) too.
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Mala W.


Bristol, CT

$24-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Caregiver

I am a mother of 2 adult daughters and have been in healthcare since 1986. Married to a General practitioner for 28yrs. We had 2 medical clinic which we managed together, until he died. I was also an ICU Nurse in Guyana until 2010 when I migrated to the USA. I worked as nursing assistant at NYWUH, full time for 4 years and was...
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Carla G.


Southington, CT

$17-19/hr • 7 yrs exp

Mom/Special Ed Para/CNA

I have always enjoyed working with kids/people who have special needs. I'm a natural caregiver & a dependable person. I have worked as s CNA at The Alzheimer's Resource Center & Mulberry Gardens both in Southington. Once my son was in school full time I got a job as a Special Ed Para in an elementary school. I am available...
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Sarah T.


New Britain, CT

$17-18/hr • 7 yrs exp

Reliable And Experienced Sitter!

Hello! Hope everyone is doing okay! I'm looking for a full/part time nannying job. My availability is completely open until August 25! I'm 20 years old and a Junior in the nursing program at CCSU. With that being said, I am CPR/ infant CPR certified, wound care certified, and am educated in injury/accident prevention! I am...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Sarah H.


West Hartford, CT

$17-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

I am Sarah, a 23-year-old who has been living in West Hartford my whole life. I am reaching out to anyone that may be in need of a nanny next summer. I am available for full-time nannying starting June 20th, 2022. I am available Monday- Friday from 7am-4 p.m. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education with a specialty...
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Erin M.


West Hartford, CT

$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi! For the past 8 years I have babysat for children toddlers to pre-teens. In addition I have babysat children with special needs, I have also been a teachers assistant in an art class. I am very responsible and well organized, fun and energetic and I'm willing to help with other responsibilities. I am very comfortable with...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alyssa D.


New Britain, CT

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi, my names Alyssa, I'm 26 with a 7-month-old little girl! I've worked with children for basically my whole life whether it was family's kids, neighbors, after school programs, summer camps, daycares.. I guess you can say I love working and being around children. I have experience working with newborns and toddlers and I've...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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