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- $23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
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I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 15 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
Rebecca S. says "Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and...
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- $20/hr
2 years experience
Special education teacher for the last 2 years in an elementary school setting. Worked with high need students as well as specific learning disabilities. Have experience working with children of all ages.
Have Worked With Clients Having Brain Disorders Various Forms Of Dementia And Changes In Mobility
Mystic, CT
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- $15/hr
10 years experience
At times people with special needs tend to be overlooked and difficult to find care. They require different needs to that of a person needing routine care. I am always concerned about their care and feel I can make a small difference in their lives. Having a family member who had special needs. Have experience in acute care...
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14 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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With 14 years of experience nurturing young minds, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a genuine passion for childcare to your family. My graduate studies in education complement my hands-on experience. I am First Aid and CPR Training certified, and I've completed coursework in Early Child Development. I'm also experienced with...
Sarah A. says "Shannon has an upbeat personality, is extremely engaged and educational with children, always had something fun in mind and is very flexible. Any family...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
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light cleaning
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...
Light cleaning
meal prep
*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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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...
Caring And Experienced With A Masters Degree In Communication Disorders Looking To Care For Others
Pawcatuck, CT
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- $20/hr
10 years experience
I am a licensed and certified Speech/language Pathologist seeking work outside of the classroom. I have 4 years experience with Developmentally Delayed adults and 26 years with children (ages 3-18), with a variety of diagnoses, in a local public school system. I have had a background check in the past I order to work for a...
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- $17/hr
10 years experience
I have experience working with children with some challenges. I have experience in learning, social and emotional fields.
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Current college student studying for a bachelor's degree. Previously worked in a daycare for 2 years where I helped all children from ages 6 weeks - 4 years, special needs, twins, bad behaviors and allergenic children. My care consisted of feeding, changing, playing, learning, and rule setting, and putting to sleep. I've always...
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hello! My name is Leana. I've been a licensed practical nurse for the last 5 years. Prior to that I was a caregiver for special needs adults as well as a nanny for a family in Barrington for 3 years. I have experience with children ages 3 months to 12 years old. Im also available for light house work, laundry, cooking and...
Hello! My name is Michael and I have been working as a caregiver for a variety of different individuals since 2017. Originally from Indiana, I have worked in many different environments from a nursing home late-stage dementia unit, to managing a group home of seven clients with varying developmental disabilities diagnoses, to...
I have worked in Group home and recently graduated Nursing school. Im familiar with meal preparations, transportations (ADLs) for clients. I'm willing to drive the client to and from appointments, organize and male appointment as well. Im well orientated on redirecting young adults and children. Every child is unique and have...
Worked as direct care and direct support with individuals with mentally disabilities for 10 years. I've worked one on one with many behavioral individuals, seizure protocols, etc
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I began working with children as a mothers helper when I was 8 years old. I eventually got my babysitting certificate and worked my way up to a professional Nanny. I have also worked as an aide for children with special needs for Cheshire Public Schools Board of Education. I am now 26 and caring for my sweet baby boy, who's 16...
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I have years of experience from working in group homes to working in personal clients homes. I would love to help someone in need. I would also like to learn new things and experience new things and I have a perfect reference for my last client that I was caring for who unfortunately passed away.
I just left my job as an education and training coordinator for a nonprofit. Where I taught young adults independent living skills and trained staff to use best practices while supporting. Before that I was a special education teacher at a school working with 15-22-year-olds. Before that I have worked in homes, residential and...
I have worked with older adults and special needs people who have mental and physical disabilities over the summer, at Camp Harnkess. I was taught how to do lifts, help with direct care such as showering, brushing teeth, getting dressed, mobility, and feeding. I feel that I got a lot out of this experience, and am always happy...
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light cleaning
Hey! I'm Marrisa, I'm 29, and currently a nanny to an almost 5-year-old, who I've been with for the past 4 years. Prior to this job, I have worked at daycares, and a high school, with various babysitting jobs in between. I was mostly in infant and toddler classrooms, but I have experience with preschool ages as well. I have...
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grocery shopping
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Hi! I am a 25-year-old experienced childcare worker. I am a patient, compassionate, kind, and reliable person who loves working with children. I love the outdoors and being active, and I have a passion for helping others. My past experience includes working with children with special needs (ages 3-21), including children with...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $19.33/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Mystic, CT
Special Needs Caregivers in Mystic, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Arielle S.
Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was...
- Rebecca S.
Shannon O.
Shannon has an upbeat personality, is extremely engaged and educational with children, always had something fun in mind and is very...
- Sarah A.
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...
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