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Amy G.

Southington, CT

3.0(0)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
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Genienne G.

Southington, CT

5.0(1)
from
$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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Carla G.

Mom/Special Ed Para/CNA

Southington, CT

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$17/hr
7 years experience
I have always enjoyed working with kids/people who have special needs. I'm a natural caregiver & a dependable person. I have worked as s CNA at The Alzheimer's Resource Center & Mulberry Gardens both in Southington. Once my son was in school full time I got a job as a Special Ed Para in an elementary school. I am available...
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Taylor C.

ABA Behavioral Therapist

Southington, CT

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$17/hr
I currently work as a Behavioral Therapist offering in-school and in-home ABA therapy. I work with children and teens diagnosed with Autism to improve social and communication skills through reinforcement, discrete trial training, contingency systems, and modeling. My passion includes working with children and making a positive...
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Amanda C.

Childcare Provider With 5 Years Experience

Southington, CT

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm Amanda! I have been babysitting and watching over kids from a young age. Even when I was too young to babysit on my own, I would help out in my church nursery as often as I was allowed to. I was also a mother's helper for a mother with a toddler and infant twins. I worked at a daycare with mostly infants and toddlers for...
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Suzanne E.

Berlin, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
Hi, there! I'm an experienced caregiver and companion comfortable with special needs children and adults. I'm certified through DDS for individualized day and personal support. I'm generally available for part time or occasional requests. Please feel free to contact me to discuss your situation and see if we could be a good fit....

Kristy M. says "Suzanne has been our son's nanny for more than a year. She's reliable and on time, and is always willing to be flexible, lend a hand around the house, or...

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Theresa M.

Waterbury, CT

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I've worked in the special needs Field for 16 years, and I also take care of an elderly couple which one of them has dementia, I am compassionate caring and love what I do I am a caretaker and I also know sign language
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Jacquelene C.

Child/adult Care Worker

Waterbury, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Good Day: I've worked with various children & adults over 10 yes+ in need of care fro autism, adhd, blind, wheelchair, Hoyerlift assist with am/pm care. Vital signs engage in recreational activities, cook house cleaning, observe meds. Communicating with family on progress I look forward to being a great support and hearing from...

Edward M. says "Jacqueleene has been an absolute treasure. Very loyal, very punctual never have to worry about her not showing up haven't gone through many aids I could...

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Andrea K.

I Love Children

New Britain, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 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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Alyssa I.

Terryville, CT

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Ever since I was 16 years old I started working at a nursing home doing dietary aid. My mother is an RN and works there as well. Over the years I have learned so much about being around people who need extra care. I am responsible, and respectful, I cook and clean and I love a good chat. I have my own vehicle and I don't mind...
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Sara H.

Occasional Babysitter Who Can't Wait To Meet You!

Plymouth, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Sara, I have been professionally working with infants through young adults for 9 years now including those with special needs! (I have a 2. 5-year-old sweet boy who goes with me to my current job) A bit about me. I grew up in the Silicon Valley area of California where I babysat multiple families, worked as an...

Luka K. says "I cannot express enough how grateful I am for the exceptional care provided by Sara. From the moment she walked through the door, it was evident that she...

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Christina B.

Waterbury, CT

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi, I am 31 and have been working with children since 14, first privately, working for family friends and so on and then on to working in day care setting and becoming a mother myself. I have taken an early childhood development course and was CPR trained at the day care I worked in. I have experience with preemie children, up...

Jeanette N. says "Christina was a great asset to our family. She was warm and engaging with our son. He felt comfortable with her right away. She was very flexible with...

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Sam O.

Caregiver

Farmington, CT

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi all! My name is Sam and I have over 10 years of experience in babysitting and special needs care. I am a mental health counselor specializing in children's behavioral health and have significant experience working with children of all ages and abilities. Specifically, I have worked with children with ADHD, ODD, depression,...

Cynthia D. says "She has helped out with Vacation Bible School and in the church nursery. She is very good with children. Dependable, mature, caring and loving. I've...

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Sandra W.

New Britain, CT

5.0(1)
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$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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Chelsea R.

Berlin, CT

4.5(1)
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$17/hr
I am very reliable, trustworthy and patient. I love just being able to help and watch children grow and learn. This is a great experience because I can see them develop into the person that they will be one day. I can also help them learn and grow.

Jennifer S. says "Chelsea responded quickly and was professional and sweet."

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Theresa M.

Waterbury, CT

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
respite care
I've worked with Special needs for 16 years and 5 years doing private care with dementia, I'm Patient, flexible with hours and I love my job

Danielle G. says "Theresa is very kindhearted. She loves to help people in need. I know I can rely on her. She's hard working and very reliable."

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Kealeboga R.

Caregiver

Waterbury, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
light cleaning
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have over 5 years working with the seniors being in their private homes or assisted living facilities. Working with Hoyer lifting, ventilators and other special needs as per client requirements. Worked with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Covid patients , wheelchair bound and companionship. I recently got my second booster...

Care Member says "Kealeboga was recommended to us via the hospice sgency. He cared for my husband through the last months of his struggle with Alzheimer's disease. His...

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Betzaida S.

Child Care

Plymouth, CT

4.5(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
Hi, my name is Betzaida but my middle name is Princess and that is what I go by. I have been in the childcare field for about 18+ years. I absolutely adore kids and I take care of them as I would my own CPR first aid and med certificate with special needs and I work with kids of all ages. If you would love to learn more about me...
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Nicole M.

Childcare Provider/Nanny

Berlin, CT

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm CPR/First Aid certified. I have over 10 years of experience working in the childcare field. I'm also a Sign Language Interpreter and proficient in Spanish. I have experience working with infants, toddlers, and children with special needs. I have a drivers license. Date: 2024 To whom it may concern, I would like to...

Brooke L. says "Nicole is one of the best babysitters my son has had. She keeps him engaged and is so patient with him. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need...

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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
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.80/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Southington, CT are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

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.

Suzanne E.

Suzanne has been our son's nanny for more than a year. She's reliable and on time, and is always willing to be flexible, lend a hand around...

- Kristy M.

Jacquelene C.

Jacqueleene has been an absolute treasure. Very loyal, very punctual never have to worry about her not showing up haven't gone through many...

- Edward M.

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