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Keri G.

Care Provider

Jewett City, CT

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$26/hr
2 years experience
I have been working with special needs for a few years now and I love it. They can make any bad day so much better. I feel I give my clients my full, undivided attention, then we have a special bond. I'm caring, loving, and do anything it takes to make my clients have a better and fun-filled day.
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Compassionate And Trustworthy Companion

Jewett City, CT

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Respite care
dementia
Recently retired. I find helping people very gratifying. I have been married for 20 years and have two grown children that no longer need my constant supervision. I am bilingual and speak fluent Portuguese. I am reliable and friendly. I Worked 6 years at Caring Community where I took care of special needs clients. Some of my...
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Oakdale, CT

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Hello there , My name is Shannon . I hope that you and your family are well ! I am a very honest , compassionate woman with over 15 years experience working with folks with many wonderful abilities in both group home settings as well as privately; both ambulatory and non ambulatory , Verbal and nonverbal. I can assist with all...
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North Franklin, CT

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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Katherine! I have been caring for kids since I was 14. I have also worked in daycares and at a school for kids with special needs before moving out here! I love the outdoors, crafts, and pets!

Preston, CT

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$23/hr
2 years experience
I'd describe my personality as detailed, attentive and caring. I like caring for people with special needs because it's something I've been drawn to since elementary school, and enjoy making a difference in somebody's day. I'm looking for a job that has flexible hours; as I have 2 toddlers at home and am currently expecting....
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Moosup, CT

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Gabrielle. I am 26 with a 1-year-old daughter and an almost 4-year-old son so I have great experience with babies and Children! I have worked with special needs adults as well as children. I have babysat for years since the age of 16. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am a super fun and creative person that...

Michaela C. says "Gabrielle has watched both of my children and I would hire her again and again! She really puts the time and effort in to make sure the kids are happy...

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Creative Mom of Two

Andover, CT

5.0(1)
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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a mother of two wonderful girls. I was a nanny for a number of different families before and after I had my children. I also have many years of experience as a household manager/assistant. I work as a professional organizer and house cleaner as well. I love cleaning and organizing and I have always loved children. I have...

Care Member says "Kari is amazing. She has been watching our infant for the past 4 months. She's intuitive, you can tell she has years of experience with kids. She's...

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Summer Full Time Caregiver/babysitter/nanny Available

East Lyme, CT

5.0(0)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello families, My name is Emily and I am 29 years old and have both and undergraduate degree in human development and family studies and a masters degree in school psychology. I have worked with children of all ages from infants as young as 3 months to students with special needs age 20+ that have aged out of k-12 education,...
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Caring, Responsible Full-Time Child Care Provider/Nanny

Waterford, CT

5.0(0)
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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.
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Part-time And Occasional Babysitter/Nanny

Mystic, CT

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
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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Caregiver

Windham, CT

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I have many years of experience I worked with visiting nurses, hospice, rehabilitation etc. I am very easy-going very easy to get along with and take pride in my work. I have experience with ADLs I am CPR, first aid, EpiPen, med certified.
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Hi There!

Brooklyn, CT

4.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hey there my name is Shannon and I am 27 years old! I have over 10 years of experience in childcare. I have worked as a PCA for individuals with special needs, a nanny for infants up to 12 years old and a pre school head teacher for roughly two years. I am American Red Cross CPR CERTIFIED and I also have my epi pen and...

Care Member says "Shannon is an amazing woman filled with empathy! She shows compassion, kindness, and playfulness, always caring for the kids. Her dedication and...

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Energetic Care Giver Seeking An Opportunity To Help!

Storrs Mansfield, CT

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Since taking early retirement late last year, I have been helping my dad (age 94) and his wife. My dad has had increased difficulty getting around and had lost a good deal of his short term memory. I've helped with meal preparation, cleaning, and I have driven them to medical appointments and helped them with errands. I have...
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CNA, Special Needs Teacher, Regular Teacher

Willimantic, CT

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Hospice services
errands
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Bathing, help with dressing, help with toileting, meal preparation, feeding, emptying catheter, bed making etc
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Nanny/ Babysitter

Colchester, CT

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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I worked in an elementary school with special needs. I subbed for grades pre-k to high school and nannied for kids ranging from the ages of 2 months and 12 years old.
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Pawcatuck, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
dementia
I am an experienced care giver with elder care, individuals with dementia and special needs. I am certified in CPR, AED, FIRST AID, PMT and am privy to medication administration . I have extensive expierience with developmentally disabled individuals as well.
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Elder Care /

Old Lyme, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I have over 20 years experience working with adults and children, I have worked with hospice patients special needs children and adults and pretty much anything you need. I am CPR trained , First aide trained. I also am med. certified and fully vaccinated. If you are looking for companionship, errand services , meal prep, help...
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Montessori Mom

Waterford, CT

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
OFFERING NANNY SERVICES OR Emergency babysitter. Are you looking for a fun, energetic, and creative nanny to care for your little ones? Look no further! I am a stay-at-home mom with a passion for childcare and I am available all year round to care for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers. I'm a social studies teacher and I have...
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East Lyme, CT

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$28/hr
7 years experience
I am an experienced early childhood teacher with a passion for educating today's youth looking to obtain a position allowing me to utilize my experience and understanding of early childhood development and learning techniques in a home setting. As an adept creator of comprehensive and well-rounded curriculums that meets...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.50/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.8

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Norwich, CT

Special Needs Caregivers in Norwich, CT are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Gabrielle L.

Gabrielle has watched both of my children and I would hire her again and again! She really puts the time and effort in to make sure the kids...

- Michaela C.

Kari Z.

Kari is amazing. She has been watching our infant for the past 4 months. She's intuitive, you can tell she has years of experience with...

- Care member

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.

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