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Diana M.

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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Hailey D.

Fun And Energetic Sitter

Trumbull, CT

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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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Teresa D.

In-home Senior Care

Stratford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
mobility assistance
dementia
errands
+ 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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Michelle K.

I Am A Hand On Fun Sitter. Singing And Dancing. Crafts And Outdoor Nature Hunts

Milford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am a 52-year-old mother of 5 daughters I have been working with children since I was 13. I have taught preschool as well as being a para in the school district for children with special needs. Over the years I have been a professional nanny to several families and still keep in touch with them. I absolutely love doing art ,...

Elizabeth K. says "Michelle is an incredibly hard working, kind, and empathetic person. Her calm presence and fun-loving nature makes her a wonderful choice for a...

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Ashly D.

Career Nanny With Teaching Experience

Stratford, CT

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Lauren K.

Seymour, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 5 years of experience working with children ages 2-15 and 6 years of experience working with adolescents with special needs. Passion for music and reading. CPR/AED and first aid certified. Please feel free to message me.

Christen A. says "Lauren is amazing!!! My kids love her so much and she is the best at what she does. I'm so glad we found her. "

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Cathleen L.

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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Jennice D.

Responsible Yet Fun Caregiver

West Haven, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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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Olivia P.

Caring And Crafty

Stratford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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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Vanessa C.

Fun And Caring Nanny

Seymour, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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, including multiples at once. I also have several nieces and a nephew (with special needs) that I enjoy spending time with and caring for. I am a fun,...

Care Member says "I’m actually getting emotional writing this review. Vanessa came into my life when I needed her the most. My daughter was 5 months old and my son was 3...

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Kristina U.

Part-Time Special Needs Care Provider

Trumbull, CT

5.0(0)
from
$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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Pauline C.

Experienced Nanny/Babysitter/Helper Available

Seymour, CT

4.1(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 20 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 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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Cassidy C.

Hello!

West Haven, CT

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I have many years of experience working with kids and adults with disabilities. I have worked three summers at a camp for people with disabilities and got to meet so many amazing people through it. I also have worked as a personal care assistant. I love getting to know each person I work with. I have experience working...

Nancy P. says "Cassidy is very caring, conscientious and professional. We enjoy her friendly personality! She has been wonderful helping us meet our disabled family...

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Kassidy P.

Milford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Rabia H.

Stratford, CT

5.0(0)
from
$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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Karina D.

Care Giver ,companion,Homeking,transportation

New Haven, CT

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
I have experience aiding people with showering and with bed baths. I have reminded people to take their medications. I've aided people with personal care, and helped them with cooking and feeding. I have experience helping people with hover lifts, wheel chairs, and hospital beds. I have 20 years of experience with Alzheimer's,...

Michal R. says "Karina took care of my mother in law 5 days a week for 4 months. She was very competent and kind, and she developed a wonderful rapport with my mother in...

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Dustina A.

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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Jill B.

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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Grace A.

Everyone Matters! <3

Trumbull, CT

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
To whom this may concern, my name is Grace and I have over 15 years of Special Needs experience. I have maintained, aided with, and even improved the quality of life, of many. Each individual, I feel, has potential... It's just, unlocked a little differently, with each person. For the tme I have had, I've only wanted to...
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Christopher G.

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

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Special Needs Caregivers in Orange, CT are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Hailey D.

Hailey is smart, creative, accepting, loving and responsible, and she can handle whatever comes her way. She has been watching my two kids...

- Eliana K.

Teresa D.

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...

- Care member

Michelle K.

Michelle is an incredibly hard working, kind, and empathetic person. Her calm presence and fun-loving nature makes her a wonderful choice...

- Elizabeth K.

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