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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Waterford, CT

The average rate is $15/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Waterford, CT

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Dawn V.


Waterford, CT

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible Full-Time Child Care Provider/Nanny

5.0

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I have experience working with children with some challenges. I have experience in learning, social and emotional fields.
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Sandra G.


Waterford, CT

$20-27/hr

Special Needs Care

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I have experience with special needs care from being a special needs paraprofessional in public school. I can provide compassion and companionship, along with general care.
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Audrey T.


Waterford, CT

$14-19/hr

Compssionate Special Needs Caregiver With Family Experience

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Hello there, Having grown up with family members with both Asperger Syndrome and Down's Syndrome, understanding and compassion for individuals living with these special needs was instilled at a young age. I'm high school, I got involved in an after school basketball team for special needs individuals and found it to be one of...
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Meagan B.


Waterford, CT

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Special Education Teacher

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Hi, I'm Meagan! I'm a certified special education teacher and I am going into my fourth year of teaching. I love working with and spending time with kids of all abilities. I previously worked at a private ABA school for kids with autism and other developmental disabilities. I currently work as a middle school special education...
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Patricia G.


Waterford, CT

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver Available Full-Time

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I can certainly understand only too well the needs of senior care as I also have a Mother (82) and experiencing all the same situations as you have incurred. It is a tough battle and you need to be sensitive to their needs which I have a great deal of knowledge in. I find that I have a personal sense as to what they are...
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Angela T.


Waterford, CT

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

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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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Hi there! I have worked with children and adults with both physical and mental handicaps - both in group settings and one on one. I spent last summer working with children with chronic and fatal illnesses, many of whom had Autism Spectrum Disorders. Additionally, I nannied for the sweetest gal with CLOVES Syndrome - a rare...
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Morgan P.


Waterford, CT

$19-28/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Nanny

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My name is Morgan! I'm 22 years old and reside by myself with my 2 pretty kitties in Waterford. I have many years working with kids, usually special needs. I also have been cleaning houses/commercial areas for awhile now so housekeeping, laundry, any meal/snack preparation I'd be able to do. My nephew in law is 10yrs old and...
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Desiree E.


Waterford, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider (Live-in or out)

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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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Aileen E.


Waterford, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver for Senior

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I am a wife of 35 years and a mother of two children, ages 30 and 26. I have worked within the school system for 6 years with ages k-12. I have worked with children and adults of all levels including special needs. I am a very organized and clean person. You will find me very dependable and reliable. I am fluent in both English...
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Chelsey R.


Waterford, CT

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

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I volunteered on a Special Olympics Swim Team for about 6 years. I loved it so much that I plan on getting my Master's Degree in Special Education and becoming a Special Education Teacher. My sister and aunt also volunteered. I love children. If you would like to know more please do not hesitate to ask! I have a resume and...
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Sara R.


Uncasville, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Energetic

5.0

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I have 10+ years experience as an instructional assistant in an elementary school working with children from ages 3 to 11, including special needs. I have 2 grown children and a 19-month-old grandchild that I've cared for since birth. I am looking for a long term position in which I am able to watch your children grow and get to...
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"- [ ] Sara has been our nanny since October. She quickly became part of our family helping care for our 2 year old intermittently and then full time with our son who was born in December. Our son had...

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Julia C.


New London, CT

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Former Children's Museum Educator With Tons Of Caretaking Experience

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I am the eldest of 13 Cousins and have been baby sitting for as long as I can remember unofficially, and in a more formal capacity once I turned 15. I have experience caring for newborns all the way up to middle schoolers, and I have a great deal of experience with special needs and spectrum children as well. I am comfortable...
5.0
"Very happy with her. She was on time and the baby liked her. "

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Arielle S.


Mystic, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time And Occasional Babysitter/Nanny

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I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 13 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
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"Arielle is quiet and gentle. She asks pertinent questions about the children's needs and follows through. My kids love spending time with her"

Reviewed by Julie M.

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Drew M.


Mystic, CT

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

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Experience in babysitting children ages 5 to 12. I have experience working with children of all ages in the all-star cheerleading industry, both as a teammate and offering instruction. As part of my degree program, I work with college age students with special needs at Southern Connecticut State University. My area of study is...
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Joyce P.


Gales Ferry, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Attenders,home Health Aide Available For Housekeeping And Meal Prep And A Nanny

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I have been a CNA for 25 years and a Direct support professional at key humans services , Oak hill and whole life facility I have experience with dementia , Alzheimer's and rehab patients and special needs patients also with traumatic brain injury patients I love my profession and have a very caring and nurturing personality....
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Lois A.


Old Lyme, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

CPR FIRST AID PMT CT MEDICATION CERTIFIED

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Over 25 years of experience with special needs, Alzheimer's patients, hospice care , transfers, feeding, assistance bathing . I will run errands and do light housekeeping and meal prep. I am medication certified thru the state of Ct. I am CPR,& first aide certified also. Communication is very important between families and your...
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Michael B.


Groton, CT

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver For All!

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Hello! My name is Michael and I have been working as a caregiver for a variety of different individuals since 2017. Originally from Indiana, I have worked in many different environments from a nursing home late-stage dementia unit, to managing a group home of seven clients with varying developmental disabilities diagnoses, to...

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Hey I am very eager and reliable employee. I am down to take on any challenge that is presented to me and I work well with the mentally challenged.

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I am a responsible, empathetic, and detail oriented person willing to help individuals and families with tasks to help better their lives. I have experience caring for children with special needs as well as seniors with health challenges.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Waterford, CT

Sara R.

5.0

- [ ] Sara has been our nanny since October. She quickly became part of our family helping care for our 2 year old intermittently and then full time with our son who was born in December. Our son had challenging GI issues and Sara stepped right in from him being in the NICU to his lasting severe...

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Julia C.

5.0

Julia did awesome with my boys, they get very excited when we let them know she is coming to look after them. I am so happy we found such a kind, caring, and dependable person to watch over my little ones when mom and dad need a night away.

- Marissa G.

Arielle S.

5.0

Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very much. We look forward to having her...

- Rebecca S.

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