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Andrea T.

Ledyard, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a passion. I am an early childhood Pre-K para educator for the public school system. I've dedicated myself to providing enriching care for children. My approach is rooted in patience, creativity, and a friendly calm demeanor. I have experience with Early Childhood Education...
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Norwich, CT

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$22/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi everyone, I'm Hannah! I'm a reliable and patient person. I have been working with children my entire life. I have childcare experience ranging from ages 5 months old up to 17 years old. I have a lot of special needs experience as well (autism spectrum specifically). I took child growth + development classes in school, as...
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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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Gales Ferry, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Current college student studying for a bachelor's degree. Previously worked in a daycare for 2 years where I helped all children from ages 6 weeks - 4 years, special needs, twins, bad behaviors and allergenic children. My care consisted of feeding, changing, playing, learning, and rule setting, and putting to sleep. I've always...
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Jewett City, CT

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I have experience with adults with disabilities. I am also med certified and was a past pharmacy technician.
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CNA, Special Needs Teacher, Regular Teacher

Willimantic, CT

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
Bathing, help with dressing, help with toileting, meal preparation, feeding, emptying catheter, bed making etc

Jamie C. says "Judith is a patient and compassionate Christian woman with a great heart who is devoted to doing the best she can in all she does! She is a strong woman...

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Super Nanny For Hire

Westerly, RI

5.0(1)
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$14/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
With 15 years of experience nurturing young minds, I bring a passion for fostering children's growth and development to every interaction. My background includes graduate coursework and certification as a teacher, which has equipped me with valuable insights into early child development. I am also certified in First Aid Training...

Sarah A. says "Shannon has an upbeat personality, is extremely engaged and educational with children, always had something fun in mind and is very flexible. Any family...

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Moosup, CT

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Gabrielle. I am 26 with a 1-year-old daughter and an almost 4-year-old son so I have great experience with babies and Children! I have worked with special needs adults as well as children. I have babysat for years since the age of 16. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am a super fun and creative person that...

Michaela C. says "Gabrielle has watched both of my children and I would hire her again and again! She really puts the time and effort in to make sure the kids are happy...

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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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Caring And Experienced With A Masters Degree In Communication Disorders Looking To Care For Others

Pawcatuck, CT

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a licensed and certified Speech/language Pathologist seeking work outside of the classroom. I have 4 years experience with Developmentally Delayed adults and 26 years with children (ages 3-18), with a variety of diagnoses, in a local public school system. I have had a background check in the past I order to work for a...
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Summer Full Time Caregiver/babysitter/nanny Available

East Lyme, CT

5.0(0)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
Hello families, My name is Emily and I am 29 years old and have both and undergraduate degree in human development and family studies and a masters degree in school psychology. I have worked with children of all ages from infants as young as 3 months to students with special needs age 20+ that have aged out of k-12 education,...
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Caregiver

Windham, CT

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I have many years of experience I worked with visiting nurses, hospice, rehabilitation etc. I am very easy-going very easy to get along with and take pride in my work. I have experience with ADLs I am CPR, first aid, EpiPen, med certified.
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Part-Time Caregiver

Willimantic, CT

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$20/hr
7 years experience
I love helping people grow independently and making them smile. I've worked with children and adults of all disabilities, ranging from four to 65 years of age. I've worked in classrooms, day program and residential settings. Also, privately in home. I don't mind pets. I'm a reliable and supportive person. Energetic and crafty....
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Bradford, RI

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have worked in a preschool/daycare for the last 2 years. I'm also a mother to an amazing 11-year-old little boy who is special needs.
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Willimantic, CT

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$23/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi, I'm Judith and very enthusiastic in child care. I am a regular teacher / Special Needs with over 5 years experience as a nanny of ages 4- 9. I also possess a Pediatric First Aid Certificate. I believe every child is unique and deserves to be supported in their growth and development, and I enjoy helping them learn and grow...
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Mom With Morning Hours Available

Colchester, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
I have school age kids and work from home in the evening so I am available for morning hours. I have many years of babysitting experience both professionally and personally . I also volunteer weekly at my church in the classroom. I especially love babies and toddlers and am willing to work with special needs as well
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Charlestown, RI

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hi-I am a friendly 52yr old woman that loves people! I have 15 years experience working in public schools, both regular education classrooms and most of those 15 years were spent in special needs classrooms(from the young age of 3 all the way to age 3-22). I also have been working as a caregiver for an elderly woman for almost 3...
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Charlestown, RI

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Emily and I am 21 years old. I currently work as a behavior technician and work with youth and teens that have been or are in the process of being diagnosed with ASD and related disorders. I have previously worked in the public school system in special education as a teacher assistant and have experience tutoring,...
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Highly Experienced Care Provider

Colchester, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am an experienced care provider with over 25 years of experience caring for both young children and adults with special needs. I currently work part time with individuals with special needs through the state of CT and I am looking for additional care jobs. I provide responsive and nurturing care of young children while...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.00/hr as of February 2026

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

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

Judith M.

Judith is a patient and compassionate Christian woman with a great heart who is devoted to doing the best she can in all she does! She is a...

- Jamie C.

Shannon O.

Shannon has an upbeat personality, is extremely engaged and educational with children, always had something fun in mind and is very...

- Sarah A.

Gabrielle L.

Gabrielle has watched both of my children and I would hire her again and again! She really puts the time and effort in to make sure the kids...

- Michaela C.

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