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Heather K.

Experienced Educated Professional

Norwich, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Experienced educated professional available for caregiving positions. I have experience with all ages & special needs individuals. I have over 15 years experience providing all levels of care for individuals from birth till advanced stages of life. I have experience from School Readiness Programs to group homes with individuals...

Care Member says "Heather was very reliable and provided excellent care to my son. I requested her help in a pinch and I won’t hesitate to request her help again"

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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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Norwich, CT

4.7(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I finished college and received a degree in Early Childhood Education from Three Rivers Community College. I've been babysitting for 15 years. I have worked in a child care center for three years. I love working with kids because they are learning as they go. I have experience with special needs children and adults too. I am...

Stacie M. says "We only talked through email but she was very punctual and responded extremely fast! Hope to look to her in the future for any date night needs."

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Part-time Caregiver

Gales Ferry, CT

5.0(0)
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$22/hr
27 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked as a professional nanny for over 20 years after working as a legal assistant. I am also a mother and grandmother of two, both attending college. I am originally from Washington State with residency in Connecticut for 13 years; I currently, occasionally take care of the sweetest little boy with autism. It has been a...
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New London, CT

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
errands
+ 1 more
4 year's experience as a nurse with dementia patients and elderly. Previously a caregiver for special needs elderly in Massachusetts.
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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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Taftville, CT

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$18/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I'm very outgoing patient caring great with kids and animals I have 3 years working with special needs adults and kids. I'm willing to take care of given tasks and ensure your kids receive appropriate care and support.
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Senior Care Provider (Live-in or out)

Waterford, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
personal care
hospice services
+ 1 more
My name is Desiree. I am 31 years old from NLC. A little about me... I worked as a para-professional through out college with special needs children as well as served as a in home care giver for a 60-year-old women suffering from lupus. I've worked as an in home nanny out of college for a few years before starting the job I have...
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Caregiver

Waterford, CT

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I have worked with older adults and special needs people who have mental and physical disabilities over the summer, at Camp Harnkess. I was taught how to do lifts, help with direct care such as showering, brushing teeth, getting dressed, mobility, and feeding. I feel that I got a lot out of this experience, and am always happy...
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New London, CT

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Leana. I've been a licensed practical nurse for the last 5 years. Prior to that I was a caregiver for special needs adults as well as a nanny for a family in Barrington for 3 years. I have experience with children ages 3 months to 12 years old. Im also available for light house work, laundry, cooking and...
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Compassionate Direct Support Professional

Jewett City, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Former LPN with over 20 years experience working directly with geriatric, individuals with intellectual disabilities, respiratory & pediatric populations. I've spent the last two years working as a nanny. I am also a Certified Labor Doula. I am CPR/First Aid, PMT certified, Medication Administration Certified through the State...
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New London, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I began working with children as a mothers helper when I was 8 years old. I eventually got my babysitting certificate and worked my way up to a professional Nanny. I have also worked as an aide for children with special needs for Cheshire Public Schools Board of Education. I am now 26 and caring for my sweet baby boy, who's 16...
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New London, CT

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$18/hr
4 years experience
My name is Bheki and I am a 35-year-old father of 3 beautiful kids. I work as a direct associate for the kids and seniors with disabilities. I have worked for the same companies for almost four years now. I have a lot of respect for the my brothers and sisters with disabilities. I know for a fact that they can do more then we...
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Kingston, RI

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi my name is Amanda but prefer to go by I use they them pronouns. I would say I'm very understanding and fun and adventurous! I have many years of experience in caring for others with special needs and young children including infants. As a child I grew up with my older sister who has a developmental disability and epilepsy so...
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Norwich, CT

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$20/hr
I have experience with skills and the mental support being these needs. I'm always willing to learn more
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Ms.

Jewett City, CT

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$19/hr
25 years experience
Working as a paraprofessional at Griswold Public School for 25 years with special needs children, I have experience working with children with autism and adults with autism. I have experience working with a man with Alzheimer's. I was a companion to him. Having 2 deafblind siblings, I am fluent in sign-language. Kind,...
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Norwich, CT

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I am a certified teacher from infant to prek in Massachusetts. I have an updated first aid and CPR certification. I'm a psychology student who is also working as an ABA therapist going through the training to receive my RBT certification.
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Certified Special Education Teacher Available For Part-time Care

Gales Ferry, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am a Certified K-12 Special Education Teacher taking a break from the classroom after the birth of my son. I have worked with diversely able children who require a variety of special assistance, ranging from behavioral support to physical aid over the past five years as an educator. I pride myself on my ability to meet...
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A Compassionate, Dependable And Trustworthy Caregiver

Niantic, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am an experienced CNA with over 9 years of experience seeking a full time/part time/per diem job. I love what I do and I take pride in my work, and as such, will do anything within the legal and ethical framework to ensure the safety, care and happiness of my resident.
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Wakefield, RI

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I am a skilled behavioral health professional with 3+ years of experience in ABA therapy, behavioral support, and evidence based behavioral intervention skills to support children with autism and other developmental disabilities. I am passionate about advocacy, inclusion, and fostering independence in my clients across all...
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  • The average post rate is $19.40/hr as of October 2025

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

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