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Lindsay N.

Willing To Help With Experience

Bethel, CT

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I am a current paraeducator who is looking to work a 2nd job! I have experience with autistic children and teenagers but am open to working with all ages.
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Danbury, CT

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I am a person who is very dedicated to my work. I love to serve, to help, to feel useful, to feel that through me I can help families and people who, with just a smile and good treatment, can feel loved, heard and respected.

CNA Looking To Help With All ADL's

Danbury, CT

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
personal care
hospice services
I'm a Certified Nurses Aide for 11 years now. I have 11 years of nursing home & Private Duties home care experience. I worked with a quadriplegic consumer. I also have experience with special needs & Autism in children & adults. I'm experienced with Supra pubic Tube, catheters, colostomy bags, and G- Tube. I've also assisted...

Jenny T. says "Maria is a very compassionate person."

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Full Time Caregiver Available

Brewster, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am a loving, responsible, reliable woman, who loves being with children! I am calm and patient and have a great sense of humor. I have always had the natural ability to establish a rapport quickly with children of all ages. My career has been devoted entirely to the care and education of young children. I have taught...

Dori V. says "Jill has been working for us since January. She is extremely reliable and dependable. She is always on time and my kids look forward to seeing her in the...

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Bethel, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
respite care
personal care
I have always been drawn to the senior population, as well as people with special needs. I went to school for social work and I have been working in the field of health care for the last 15 years. I work primarily with seniors, which is a rewarding career. My goal is always to ensure one feels safe, dignified and happy. My hope...

Danbury, CT

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$23/hr
4 years experience
I believe all children deserve equal opportunity and I cater to every person regardless of special needs. I love working closely with guardians to ensure we are working on the path to positively help them grow.

Bethel, CT

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$17/hr
When I was in middle school, I started volunteering at the Special Olympics. I had a blast with the athlete I was matched with. I continued to volunteer throughout high school and college. Prior to selecting Social Work as my major, I was interested in pursuing special education, however the college I planned to attend didn't...

Danbury, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired elementary school teacher. I then spend several years as a Special Education Advocate. I spend the last 12 years of full time working career as the Special Education Supervisor for the local Head Start and Early Head Start Program. I have worked extensively with special needs children. At Head Start I was...

Danbury, CT

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Maria. I'm a Certified Nurses Aid for the State of CT for 12 year's now. Also, in the State of NY for 2 year's. I'm a very friendly and caring person. I've worked with multiple consumers with disabilities like, Demetia, Alzheimers, special needs, Cerebral palsy, quadriplegic. I have knowledge in using all Vital...
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Danbury, CT

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$25/hr
6 years experience
I have worked as an ABA Instructor for the past 6 years, collaborating with teachers to monitor the development of each child, also working to promote their learning and development. I enjoy sharing my love of the outdoors and creativity/art with kids. I think it's important to provide children with a fun, fulfilling and...

Licensed Practical Nurse

Danbury, CT

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Have been working with g-tube, trachs and administering medication. At the moment have two pt's who are quadriplegic and non verbal during the morning.

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Danbury, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
10+ years experience working with the autism population and kids as a pediatric speech language pathologist!
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Special Needs

Brookfield, CT

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$17/hr
In 2019 I was an intern for 4 weeks in South Africa where I assisted in gross motor development for children with autism, cerebral palsy and down syndrome. In May of 2022 I went back to South Africa to intern at School for Autistic Learners, where I worked under the supervision of the occupational therapist. I led group...

Bethel, CT

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$19/hr
10 years experience
I am available to start right away. I live in Bethel. I have lots of experience caring for children and seniors. Loving, caring , patient and reliable. I have a very sunny disposition always Try and keep a smile on my face and a positive attitude. Look forward to working with you. Sincerely, Polly
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Stephanie-

Mahopac, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I graduated from New York University last year and I am currently working as an Elementary School Social Worker. I have 10 years of child care experience; infants, toddlers, grade school, twins, and children with special needs. I have extensive experience working with early intervention ages and grade school ages on social...

Leslie H. says "Stephanie is responsible, caring, hard working and reliable. She is a safe driver. Overall, I highly recommend Stephanie as a babysitter."

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North Salem, NY

5.0(0)
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$24/hr
I have a brother with autism and bipolar disorder. I'm his care taker. I have also worked with kids with special needs focusing on independent living, personal hygiene, motor skills, speaking and more!
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Caring & Energetic Caregiver

Monroe, CT

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I am looking for a family to work with and care for! I am 24 years old and just recently graduated from cosmetology school. Before cosmetology school, I career nannied & taught/directed at early childhood schools, I am looking to rejoin the babysitting world on the days I'm not working in the salon. I am energetic, active...

Care Member says "Paige is wonderful! She has excellent communication skills and has been super flexible during a transitionary time for us which has been invaluable....

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Open To Work

Mahopac, NY

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
My babysitting skills and experience, along with my positive attitude and friendly nature, position me to excel in this role. I have experience with special needs such as administering meals and/or medication via feeding tubes such as NG tubes or G-tubes. I would love the opportunity to meet your family and discuss my...

Ramona P. says "She did a great job ! I highly recommend her"

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Fun Mom Of 2

Pound Ridge, NY

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I'm a 43-year-old stay at home mom, and have two beautiful boys, one son is 16 and my younger is 12 and autistic. I've been raising children for 20 years and I love them all as if they were my own. Raising my son with special needs has been very enlightening and I take pride in his success. I feel comfortable caring for children...

Care Member says "I’m a single mom and was looking for a reliable and experienced caregiver to take care of my 5mo. daughter five days a week. Gina fed her, rocked her to...

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Caregiver - Empty Nester Who Adores Children. Prefer Part Time/long Term

Cross River, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
I currently work for 2 families. One in the morning/ early afternoon, 2 boys 3&4. The next family with 1 girl 7 and 2 boys 10&12. From 4/2021-9/2025 I cared for an 1-month-old infant boy and a 2-year-old girl until they were 3 1/2 and 5. I joyfully love, nurture and care for the daily needs of the children in my charge. I read...

Care Member says "We started with Lori when our son was just a newborn and our daughter was a little over a year old. Lori took wonderful care of our children for nearly...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.50/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in New Fairfield, CT

Special Needs Caregivers in New Fairfield, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Maria T.

Maria is a very compassionate person.

- Jenny T.

Jill K.

Jill has been working for us since January. She is extremely reliable and dependable. She is always on time and my kids look forward to...

- Dori V.

Stephanie L.

Stephanie is responsible, caring, hard working and reliable. She is a safe driver. Overall, I highly recommend Stephanie as a babysitter.

- Leslie H.

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