Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Higganum, CT

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, swimming supervision, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Vanessa P.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I am looking to obtain a job as your next family helper. I am very creative, humble and patient! I have worked within Connecticut's special needs community for the past nine years as a behavioral therapist. I am currently pursuing my master's degree, in the meantime, I...

Vanessa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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...

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, travel, craft assistance, carpooling

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Michele G.

$17-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Care Provider For Students With Special Needs

I've spent the last eight years working in the Middletown Public School District as a care provider for students who are handicap and require special needs. My job duties included modifying and implementing appropriate academic programs that will suit the needs of each individual student, repositioning and body transfer using a...

Morgan M.

$17-20/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,...

Leanne O.

$35-40/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello my name is Leanne! I worked for Goodwill industries for almost seven years as a job coach for the mentally challenged young adults and older adults. Focusing on the needs of young adults with autism and Down syndrome preparing them for independence needed for the work force and Independent living.

Meghan W.

$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs Child Care

I am a very caring and passionate caregiver who has experience working with varying types of special needs. I've recently moved to GA from CT where I worked as a foster care case manager for child with medically-complex diagnoses. These including disorders such as: Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Chromosome Disorders, Seizure Disorders,...

Meghan W.

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Meghan! I'm 32 years old with about 15 years of experience working with children. Before I graduated from college in 2014, I had numerous child care jobs with kids who were anywhere from 2 months-12 years old. After graduating, I got a job as a case manager at a foster care agency where I worked for three years. In...

Meghan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Linda T.

Deep River, CT

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi my name is Linda and I have been a caregiver to many clients with a variety of needs. My last position was live in for elderly lady in Boston for three years. I am now residing back in deep river Connecticut. I have taken care of clients with autism, ADHD, brain injury, amputation just to mention a few. I am looking for long...

Julia G.

$17-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! My love for working with special needs children began when my younger brother was born. I am now raising my own children with special needs.

Jaylencia Y.

$19-24/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Need Care Giver

I am a dedicated and compassionate caretaker with experience supporting individuals with special needs. I have provided care involving G/J tube feeding, respiratory therapy, and personal hygiene, including changing and showering. I am skilled in using a Hoyer lift for safe transfers and always prioritize comfort and dignity. My...

Kelly B.

Durham, CT

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

About Me!

Hi! My name is Kelly, and I'm currently pursuing a BS in Nursing with plans to double major in Child Psychology or Behavioral Science. I've cared for children ages 0 to 11 since I was 16 and have worked part time over the past four years at both the elementary and middle school in my hometown! I also have experience caring for...

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Claire W.

$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

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...

Vanessa P.

$30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Carli R.

Madison, CT

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Child Care

5.0

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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, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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.

Michaela N.

$25/hr • 20 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hi! I currently work for the public school system working with students who have special needs. I am looking for something year round that I am able to bring my 1-year-old with me. I am outgoing, energetic, and enjoy spending as much time outdoors as possible!

Michaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling

Michael B.

$17-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

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...

Michael can also help with: Home modification, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more

Zina R.

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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