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Niya E.

Occupational Therapy Student

Middletown, CT

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$17/hr
I'm a junior OT student looking to further my experience working with special needs children and adolescents! I am very outgoing, patient and reliable! I have 6 years of experience working with children ranging from ages 6 months-14 years old. I have worked with special needs children at summer camp and am looking to pursue an...
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Taylor S.

Cromwell, CT

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$17/hr
Hello, My name is Taylor. I have worked as a special education para in West Hartford Public schools for 3 years. I just recently obtained my Registered Behavior Tech certification and i'm excited to start doing what I love the most, working and learning from people with disabilities.
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Meghan W.

East Hampton, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Meghan! I'm 32 years old with about 15 years of experience working with children. Before I graduated from college in 2014, I had numerous child care jobs with kids who were anywhere from 2 months-12 years old. After graduating, I got a job as a case manager at a foster care agency where I worked for three years. In...
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Arianna R.

Special Needs

Higganum, CT

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Hello! I have worked with one lovely 5-year-old child with autism for 5 months while in state. I was able to transport him to home and activities, feed him, bathe and dress him, and create activities and games that would interest him and play with him. I would love to hear from you and meet your child!
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Vanessa P.

Middletown, CT

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$30/hr
9 years experience
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I am looking to obtain a job as your next family helper. I am very creative, humble and patient! I have worked within Connecticut's special needs community for the past nine years as a behavioral therapist. I am currently pursuing my master's degree, in the meantime, I...
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Michael B.

Middletown, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
errands
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello... I am Michael. I am a middle aged Care Giver. I have over 10 years of combined Non-Medical Caregiving experience. I have gained my expertise via family, personal, and agency experiences. I also have familiarity with taking care of Special Needs adults and children. Feel free to contact me with any questions. Please share...
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Zina R.

Helping Hands Available!!

Middletown, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
From taking care of the Elderly to infants and toddlers. I worked for New. Britain transportation (10 yrs) on the Children's Special needs School Bus. Making sure no medical emergencies happen on my shift with any of my children. I call them my children because I have my eyes and ears on them as if they were my own. I raised...
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Michaela N.

Experienced Nanny

East Hampton, CT

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$25/hr
20 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi! I currently work for the public school system working with students who have special needs. I am looking for something year round that I am able to bring my 1-year-old with me. I am outgoing, energetic, and enjoy spending as much time outdoors as possible!
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Kari Z.

Creative Mom of Two

Andover, CT

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 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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Amy R.

Dependable, Punctual, And Kind Nanny Available Now!

Windsor, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
As a childcare worker for over a decade I started off working in Public Schools as a Before/After School Program Leader along with working as a STEM teacher in summer camp. Next I worked in daycares as both a Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher and as a Floating Teacher. Most recently I was a Math/Reading Interventionist, giving...

Care Member says "Amy is super friendly and dependable. Our son adores her and my husband and I feel our son is in the best care while with Amy. Highly recommended as a...

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Genienne G.

Southington, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
*UPDATE 5/19/25. Hello all. My amazing FT Nanny job is sadly ending at the end of June. Family is moving out of state. I am looking for a FT, long term live out Nanny position starting July 1st 2025. Please send me a message. Thanks! I have 20 years experience in childcare and special needs. Newborn to high school age. I have...

Cornieta W. says "I was very thankful for Genienne when she watched my son a few weeks ago. She was very attentive, warm and kindhearted. I would recommend her and use...

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Joan M.

Manchester, CT

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
I have many proven years of experience in working with people of all abilities. I believe that everyone has something to give. I have previously managed two non profits that have supported people with special needs. I consider myself an advocate. I am passionate and prepared to work on behalf of your loved one and you!
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Holli D.

Experienced Nanny Looking To Care For Your Child(ren) F/T Or P/T

Bristol, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Holli. I have a degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education as well as some graduate courses completed. I have experience in a variety of classrooms with children from preschool through fifth grade and I have nannied/babysat for children ranging from newborn to 10 years of age. I spent a year volunteering...

Kylie O. says "Holli was my Nanny for many years. She is a smart, dependable and is great with children. Her exceptional knowledge with child education Enables her to...

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Debra S.

I Am A Mature Experienced Home Health/hosp Provide

Deep River, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
errands
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have supported children, adults and seniors in many areas of need. I am experienced In yet not limited to medication dispensing, companionship, special needs, autism spectrum, hands on hygiene, bathing needs, wound care, behavior support, home health and hospice care for 25 years. I am certified in CPR and 1st aid. I find this...

Care Member says "Deb is an amazing caregiver. She is kind and compassionate and cared for my mother like she was her family. I can’t recommend her enough. My family is...

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Melanie B.

Wallingford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
As a nurturing childcare provider with two decades of experience, my passion lies in fostering children's growth and development. I believe in creating a safe and stimulating environment where children can learn, explore, and thrive. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and imagination, allows me to engage...

Care Member says "Where to begin about Melanie… She has been helping our family with our infant son since he was 3mo. She is a wealth of knowledge, full of kindness and...

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Sandra W.

New Britain, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Good day! Well, I started out working with autistic and developmentally disabled teens in California. I also worked at the YWCA with children K through 5 before and after school as a teacher. Some of the students attending were autistic or had ADHD. Now I am a behavior therapist working with autistic children one on one in the...

Anna B. says "Sandra takes her work seriously and was so wonderful with my mother that was in her 90s and had dementia. She always engaged in conversation and made sure...

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Andrea K.

I Love Children

New Britain, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a mother of 2 grown children and a grandmother of two. I was class Mom for both of my children during their 5-12th grade. Children love me. I'm very active yet calm, focused and kind. I've cared for 4 special needs patients this year and am educated in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as other methods of care.

Melissa L. says "Andrea watched our child for a few months to bridge us to day care. She's very attentive and loved to stay active with our very busy girl."

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Elizabeth C.

Introduction To Elizabeth

West Hartford, CT

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a third-year nursing student at the University of Saint Joseph with a strong passion for working with children. As a member of the honors program at USJ, I have taken several child development and med courses. I am CPR certified for both children and infants through the American Heart Association. I have extensive...

Isaac C. says "Elizabeth has been a wonderful babysitter/nanny for our 2 and 6 year olds. She really connects with the children, and puts in a lot of effort in tending to...

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Zoey R.

Manchester, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Zoey! I am 23 years old from Manchester Connecticut. I am fully vaccinated from COVID-19, have a great driving record, no criminal background, and I am not a smoker! I am also fully certified for CPR and first aid, and update that whenever necessary. I am experienced with special needs and medical...

Catherine L. says "Zoey did such a great job at entertaining my 1 year old, that she forgot all about her separation anxiety! Zoey was kind, and incredibly helpful. We...

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Elyse T.

Weekend Babysitter

Vernon Rockville, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
I have over 15 years of experience working with infants, toddler, special needs and school aged children as a nanny for multiple families as well as in multiple childcare settings. I am currently not available as a full time nanny. Please message me for babysitting opportunities

Amanda W. says "Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of June 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Portland, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

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

Amy R.

Amy is super friendly and dependable. Our son adores her and my husband and I feel our son is in the best care while with Amy. Highly...

- Care member

Genienne G.

I was very thankful for Genienne when she watched my son a few weeks ago. She was very attentive, warm and kindhearted. I would recommend...

- Cornieta W.

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