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Katelyn P.

Special Needs Provider

Orange, CT

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My Name is Kate, I have an extensive background working with infants, children and adolescents, and even elder care. I love to bring a bubbly warmth and treat all family's like they were my own. I absolutely love keeping individuals of all ages active and engaged. This includes littles and our elderly. This can be through play...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Orange, CT

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$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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Orange, CT

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I am 34 years old. I am a certified special education teacher. I have experience working with children and adults with and without special needs. I am CPR / first aid certified.
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Seymour, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 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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Responsible Yet Fun Caregiver

West Haven, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
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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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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Hello!

West Haven, CT

5.0(1)
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$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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Milford, CT

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
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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Care Giver ,companion,Homeking,transportation

New Haven, CT

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
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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Ansonia, CT

5.0(1)
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$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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Shoreline Special Needs Care Available

New Haven, CT

5.0(0)
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$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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Everyone Matters! <3

Trumbull, CT

5.0(0)
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$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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Woodbridge, CT

5.0(1)
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$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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Developmental Disabilities Worker

East Haven, CT

5.0(0)
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$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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Hamden, CT

3.5(1)
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$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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West Haven, CT

5.0(0)
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$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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New Haven, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Respite care
errands
mobility assistance
home modification
meal prep
+ 1 more
Very caring and loving and outspoken and a people person . I work with special needs patients Monday through Friday during the day shift and I also do every other weekend overnight with a special-needs guy. I also have two children a 20-year-old daughter in a 13-year-old daughter. I love going to church and watching movies in my...
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Hamden, CT

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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My name is Leanna, living in Hamden, CT, and pursuing my degree in nursing and psychology. I have always loved kids! I have been working with little people in various capacities much of my life. I started out as a kindergarten class aid and a counselor at a camp for special needs children. I began babysitting during high...
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Shelton, CT

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$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
With 15 years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth. As a certified special education teacher, I specialize in working with children who have special needs. I'm patient, creative, and friendly, and I believe daily communication with families is key. I use tools like daily news reports, Remind, and...
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I Am Looking For Part-time Work During The Week Monday Through Friday.

New Haven, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I live in East Haven Connecticut and I am willing to commute within 15 miles I graduated from Springfield College in May of 2023 with my masters in social work. In July 2023 I became a licensed practicing social worker. I have worked in the human service field for the last 15 years. My experiences as a caregiver ranges...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of August 2026

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

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

Lauren K.

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.

- Christen A.

Jennice D.

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...

- Katie S.

Cassidy C.

Cassidy is very caring, conscientious and professional. We enjoy her friendly personality! She has been wonderful helping us meet our...

- Nancy P.

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