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60 special needs caregivers are listed in New Haven, CT

The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in New Haven, CT

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Gina R.


New Haven, CT

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Gina. I have 2 daughters ages 14 and 10. I have my degree in psychology with a minor in child development. I have experience caring for children with and without special needs. I am professional and ready to care for your children . Having 2 kids of my own I understand the importance of great care and am here to...
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Claude G.


New Haven, CT

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Personal Care Giver With Case Management Experience. Available For Transportation, Companionship, Assistance In Healthy Meal Preparation, As Well As Housekeeping.

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I have worked as a caregiver for over 5 yrs. I have experience with individuals that are elderly, as well as individuals that have special needs such as: limited to wheelchair, mental disabilities, speech impediments, as well other physical impairments that causes an individual to need extreme care. As a worker, I enjoy...
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Christopher G.


Woodbridge, CT

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

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My experience as a special needs caregiver has been enlightening. I have had the privilege as a C. N. A. taking care of many individuals with many disabilities and look forward to continuing my experience in doing so giving dignity and respect to those I help. Thank you for your consideration, I look forward to contact me.
5.0
"Chris was awesome with my adult brother with disabilities! We spoke on the phone and answered several questions. He arrived early which gave us plenty of time to go over the routines. He followed instructions...

Reviewed by Norm S.

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Tatiana B.


Hamden, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver

4.0

(4)

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Hello there, I am a kind, responsible, outgoing, reliable caretaker. I recently graduated from SCSU with a bachelors degree in criminology and sociology, looking for some part time work and family to help assist. All four years of high school I have worked in a group called "best buddies" working with special needs children...
5.0
"Tatiana worked with our family for 16 months and was excellent. We have 3 kids (ages 9-12) and a very rambunctious large lab and a crazy schedule. She was reliable, on time and flexible. Our needs would...

Reviewed by Karin O.

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Kassidy P.


Milford, CT

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hello! My name is Kassidy. I am 25 years old and work as a 911 dispatcher. I currently live in Milford and love it! I'm looking for a part time or full time babysitting job. I am the oldest of 6 brothers and 1 sister, so caring for children comes naturally to me. I previously worked at a day care caring for children ranging from...
5.0
"I highly recommend Kassidy to any family looking for a babysitter. She has a natural talent with children and parents can have total peace of mind while they are away from their kids. She is extremely patient,...

Reviewed by Mary G.

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Tatiana B.


Hamden, CT

$10-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part Or Full Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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My name is Tatiana, I am a warmhearted, helpful, and caring individual. Not only am I a care giver but also a friend. Not only seniors, but those who are in need of caring, company, whatever it may be. My work, time, and love for children and those with special needs has open my heart up to many individuals in need.
5.0
"Tatiana is very kind in caring for my sister. She arrives on time and does whatever is needed."

Reviewed by Care member

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Taryn R.


Hamden, CT

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Excited To Meet You

5.0

(2)

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My name is Taryn, and my hometown is in Oviedo, Florida. I am currently studying at Quinnipiac University to get my English and Law degree! I have been working as a nanny/babysitter since I was 15 years old, and I have worked with children of all ages from many different backgrounds! I have experience with children with special...
5.0
"Taryn is so sweet! My baby felt at ease with her. She was also eager to learn and open to accommodate my requests."

Reviewed by Francielle V.

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Taylor Z.


Hamden, CT

$20-28/hr7 yrs exp

Childcare Experience

3.0

(2)

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Hello! My name is Taylor Z. and I am currently searching for a full time position with the right family. I have ample amount of childcare experience. I have worked in a daycare with children ages 6 months to 5 years. I have experience with special needs children after volunteering at ability beyond for the past 2 summers. I also...
5.0
"Taylor was great! She was reliable, attentive, and easy to work with. Always very flexible and was very good about helping around the house. She went above and beyond for my family! I would recommend her to...

Reviewed by Care member

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Katelyn P.


Orange, CT

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

5.0

(2)

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For the past four years I have had a ton of experience with Special needs children. I have cared for two children who are physically handicapped witch helped me become more experienced with individuals who struggle with mobility. I have also worked with many individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Through being chosen to volunteer...
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Rachel R.


North Branford, CT

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Calm, Compassionate Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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Hi there, I'm Rachel! I'm 25 years old and graduated in 2016 with a degree in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies. Experience: I've babysat for families with multiple kids ranging from 8 months - 16 years old, including those Autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder. I've worked as a social skills group...
5.0
"Rachel is a phenomenal caregiver. She treats others with the utmost respect, is timely, and has a sincerely positive outlook that is very encouraging. She is responsible and keeps focused at the task at hand...

Reviewed by Tessa G.

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Shaniece P.


Hamden, CT

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Caring, Cultured & Committed

5.0

(1)

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Hello there, I have over 5 years of experience working with children, from teaching to working in a residential setting. I love to plan and execute engaging activities so down time will always be productive when I'm around. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and light cleaning. Newborns are welcome! I'm CPR trained,...
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Morgan L.


Milford, CT

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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ABOUT ME Creative, high energy, and compassionate caregiver. I'm a good listener, with the empathy to discern client needs, especially for those who are nonverbal or under emotional distress. Resourceful planner with good communication skills who can hit the floor running on day one. People person - whether older geriatric group...
5.0
"She loves children of all ages and has worked with special needs grandchild - she has a gift with this population."

Reviewed by Holly B.

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Ikami B.


Hamden, CT

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

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3.5

(4)

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As an experienced care giver with special needs, I am able to give the best of me to my clients, I have experience with enfants, young and adults with Cognitive Disabilities, Mobility Challenges, Seizure Disorder, Epilepsy, Blindness, Visual Impairment, Spinal cord Injuries, Quadriplegic, Development delay, Autism... I am able...
3.0
"She was not available for the hours I need it"

Reviewed by Carol T.

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Albert L.


Hamden, CT

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant Full Time

5.0

(1)

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Companion, personal assistant , appointments, job coach , etc years experience with handicapped teens and young adults
5.0
"He was amazing to our son. Always on time and had a lot of patience with my son. Taught him a lot about life skills. I would highly recommend him. He was with us for over 6 years "

Reviewed by Care member

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Sarah S.


Branford, CT

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Extensive Experience With Special Needs

5.0

(3)

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For 8 years I lived and worked in intentional communities for people with developmental disabilities. I've helped people use the restroom, bath, feed themselves, supported at work, home skills and more. I've worked with verbal and nonverbal people too.
5.0
"We met Sarah while looking for someone to care for our dogs while my partner and I were away for a week. I found her attentive and thoughtful energy to be relieving as we haven't been away from our pups for...

Reviewed by erin B.

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Nicollette S.


Hamden, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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My name is Nicollette and I am excellent with children! I consider myself patient, professional and having a sharp eye for details. I am experienced with potty training, children with special needs, enjoy outdoorsy activities, help with homework, love music! You name it! My goal is to meet awesome families and provide...
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Nohemi B.


Milford, CT

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have 3 years of experience with a preteen boy with Paranoia, ODD, general anxiety, depression, PTSD and slight psychosis. The sibling was also diagnosed with separation anxiety and PTSD. Father had Asperger's Syndrome. I went through training on emotional intelligence and parenting provided by social workers during two years...
5.0
"Nohemi worked over a year for my 2 1/2 year old. She was patient yet firm and playful and fun. She worked on both Spanish and English with my daughter and participated when we had our speech therapist visits....

Reviewed by Susan P.

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Vanessa C.


Seymour, CT

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hello, my name is Vanessa. I have many years experience as a Nanny. I've worked in an in-home daycare, a daycare center, and as a private Nanny. I've worked with children ages 4 months through 12 years old in a professional setting. I also have several nieces and a nephew (with special needs) that I enjoy spending time with and...
5.0
"Vanessa was a wonderful caregiver to our infant son for four months this spring. He absolutely loved her and she was so attentive to him! She got him on a great schedule, played with him all of the time, and...

Reviewed by Morgan W.

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Dustina A.


Ansonia, CT

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have been an employee for The Kennedy Center for almost 16 years and have a great deal of experienced with behavior issues and maintaining great relationships with people who might seem a bit challenging. I also have a relative who has exhibited behaviors that need compassion and understanding and I have given every effort...
5.0
"Dustina is an efficient and excellent worker."

Reviewed by Gladys S.

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Sharanda M.


Ansonia, CT

$16-21/hr7 yrs exp

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I been doin this for about seven years love working with elderly specials need Transportation Feeding bathing Meal prep Appointment shopping.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in New Haven, CT

Christopher G.

5.0

Christopher is very kind and professional in handling everything he has helped my son with. He goes above and and beyond and we feel very comfortable with him in the home.

- Carol A.

Tatiana B.

5.0

Tatiana worked with our family for 16 months and was excellent. We have 3 kids (ages 9-12) and a very rambunctious large lab and a crazy schedule. She was reliable, on time and flexible. Our needs would sometime change week to week or season to season and she was good about communicating what...

- Karin O.

Kassidy P.

5.0

I highly recommend Kassidy to any family looking for a babysitter. She has a natural talent with children and parents can have total peace of mind while they are away from their kids. She is extremely patient, reliable, trustworthy, and can handle any situation big or small on her own with...

- Mary G.

Tatiana B.

5.0

Tatiana is very kind in caring for my sister. She arrives on time and does whatever is needed.

- Care member

Taryn R.

5.0

Taryn was extremely careful and knowledgeable with my kids. We had just relocated countries and I had First grade twins learning how to read and write in English. Taryn organized different activities for them, helped them with homework and did also babysitting. I loved having Taryn taking care of my...

- Care member

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Ratings for New Haven, CT special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in New Haven, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.