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Katelyn P.

Special Needs Provider

Orange, CT

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Part-time Caregiver Available

Orange, CT

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
I have had some experience working with students with special needs. My school year job is at Hamden Transitional Academy located on the campus of Southern Connecticut State University. I work with students ages 18-22 with a range of disabilities. My job as a peer mentor is to help the students become more independent and learn...
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Milford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
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...

Mary G. says "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...

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Career Nanny With Teaching Experience

Stratford, CT

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
BIO Hello families! I am 32 years old. Fluent in English and Spanish. I am a U. S. citizen with a clean driving record/background. I have been a nanny since 2010 before that I studied Early Care and Education and worked as a teacher's aide for 4 years. I started my ECE education at my Technical highschool where ECE was my trade,...
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Experienced Nanny/Babysitter/Helper Available

Seymour, CT

4.1(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 20 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been watching children since high school. I did that for three years. After high school, I taught 2 and 3-years-old's in Sunday school. I also worked with a before and after-school program with children (from kindergarten to grade five) for a year (and was the site's leader). After a few years passed, I got married to a...

Doug M. says "We spoke with Pauline on the phone - excellent communication, very efficient, and very helpful. We didn't hire Pauline only because our plans changed but...

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Shoreline Special Needs Care Available

New Haven, CT

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
My background includes infants, multiples and classroom up to teen age. I specialize in autism and diabetes. I am CPR and First Aid certified.
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Developmental Disabilities Worker

East Haven, CT

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired 2021 DDS Developmental Ct Disabilities Worker 2 of over 35 years. I have extensive experience with the Developmentally Challenged . I enjoy working with individuals with special needs. I find it rewarding and love making a positive difference in their lives. Guaranteed Care With A Loving Heart.
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Ansonia, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
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...

Gladys S. says "Dustina is an efficient and excellent worker."

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Caring And Crafty

Stratford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Liv, and I am an actively licensed LPN with a passion for caregiving. I graduated from Lincoln Technical Institute's nursing program and am BLS certified, with CPR and AED training. My background includes experience working with children who have special needs and behavioral needs, as well as hands-on expertise...

Care Member says "Olivia was caring friendly and my son enjoyed her very much"

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Stratford, CT

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I really enjoy being a CNA because I like to help people as I didn't get the chance to help my father for a long time before he passed away. I want to make the most and I hope I can be of help to you.
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Hamden, CT

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
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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Responsible Yet Fun Caregiver

West Haven, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a 45-year-old mother of 3. I have worked with children for most of my adult life. I have experience with children of all ages and abilities. I previously owned my own home daycare and have worked in various elementary schools supporting both typical and children with special needs. My school background has provided me with...

Katie S. says "Jenny has been with our family since our daughter was 6 weeks old. In these last 18 months she has been a beyond amazing care provider and friend to our...

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CNA

Shelton, CT

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
errands
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello. I'm a certified nursing assistant /CNA/DCS Worker. I have over 20 years+ experience. I also have worked in nursing homes, assisted living and hospitals. I have work in private home and facilities. I also work with special needs adult and children I have experience caring for Dementia , Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Cancer,...

Care Member says "Johanne is a very experienced and compassionate caregiver. She provided care to my 90-year old mother with alzheimer's. She demonstrated a high level of...

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West Haven, CT

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a very reliable patient and creative person with more them 5 years of experience caring for children I will give the appropriate care and I am willing to do any other additional task if is requested..
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Milford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personable, Reliable, Affordable, Committed to helping when I can. Errands, light house cleaning, transportation, grocery store trips, pharmacy trips , light meal prep, all phases and conditions of pet care, elderly or special needs companionship /outings. I am also a licensed hairdresser of 32 years willing to do home visits...

William D. says "My mother really appreciated Cathleen's help. Cathleen is personable, patient, and professional. I would gladly recommend her services."

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Pct

Hamden, CT

3.5(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
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...

Carol T. says "She was not available for the hours I need it"

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Part-Time Special Needs Care Provider

Trumbull, CT

5.0(0)
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$28/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have helped to care and cared for children with special needs. I have cared for both verbal and non verbal children. Every weekend for a few years, I had helped to care for a boy with special needs. I enjoyed taking him into the community and helping him with his social skills, as well as just playing with him at home or in...
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In-home Senior Care

Stratford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
errands
companionship
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Over the past 17 years, I've cared for numerous people with different medical issues. Some of those issues include Alzheimer's/dementia, blindness, loss of hearing, and different levels of mobility. For my clients I will prepare meals, do light housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping, errands, transport to doc apts, assist...

Care Member says "Terri was nothing but professional and took the utmost care of my husband in our time of need. She was proactive, a self starter, gentle and incredibly...

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Woodbridge, CT

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
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.

Carol A. says "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...

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Fun And Energetic Sitter

Trumbull, CT

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I recently graduated college with a bachelor degree and am currently a certified RBT working at a clinic with special needs children. Because of this I am only available on weekends. I am CPR and first aid certified, don't smoke, and love all types of animals, so pets are fine as well! Having four younger brothers ranging from...

Eliana K. says "Hailey is smart, creative, accepting, loving and responsible, and she can handle whatever comes her way. She has been watching my two kids (one of whom...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of July 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Orange, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Kassidy P.

I highly recommend Kassidy to any family looking for a babysitter. She has a natural talent with children and parents can have total peace...

- Mary G.

Pauline C.

We spoke with Pauline on the phone - excellent communication, very efficient, and very helpful. We didn't hire Pauline only because our...

- Doug M.

Dustina A.

Dustina is an efficient and excellent worker.

- Gladys S.

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