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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Willimantic, CT

The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Willimantic, CT

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Tina G.


Willimantic, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

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I have been caring for seniors, special needs, for 33 years. I have worked in nursing homes, in home care, private in home care. tasks include am care, pm care, meal prep, feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting, transportation, light house keeping, laundry, food shopping. I am very passionate about what I do. enjoy getting to...

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Summer is right around the corner! I am a responsible and experienced nanny/babysitter looking for a family to work with over the summer. I have 9 years of experience sitting for children ages newborn to young teens, as well as experience working at a summer camp for ages 3-15. I have extensive experience working with children...
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Caroline S.


Willimantic, CT

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

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Summer is right around the corner! I am a responsible and experienced nanny/babysitter looking for a family to work with over the summer. I have 9 years of experience sitting for children ages newborn to young teens, as well as experience working at a summer camp for ages 3-15. I have extensive experience working with children...
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Kari Z.


Andover, CT

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Mom of Two

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I am a mother of two wonderful girls. I was a nanny for a number of different families before I had my children. I have always loved children. I have worked in the public schools as a special education para. I have experience with special needs children and children of all ages from newborn to 12 years old. I have a degree in...
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"Very professional and courteous. Extremely well qualified, personable, warm and friendly. Exchanged several emails, arranged an interview and she arrived on time and was flexible and patient as our prior...

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Kathy T.


Storrs Mansfield, CT

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Care Giver Seeking An Opportunity To Help!

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Since taking early retirement late last year, I have been helping my dad (age 94) and his wife. My dad has had increased difficulty getting around and had lost a good deal of his short term memory. I've helped with meal preparation, cleaning, and I have driven them to medical appointments and helped them with errands. I have...
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Cindy B.


Windham, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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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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Nancy M.


Coventry, CT

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a mother of three children, two in college and one entering college in the fall. I ran a family daycare for 15 years and I worked in a group daycare for two years. I was also a nanny for one year. I have experience with special needs children, at my own daycare and in Group Homes, I love children and truly enjoy working...
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Falen S.


Mansfield Center, CT

$17-33/hr4 yrs exp

Looking For A Fun Nanny?

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Are you looking for summer childcare? I started caring for children at 15 years old after a family member had two children. I fell in love with helping out and teaching them. Because of this passion I applied for my first position at a daycare, I started working with younger age groups, from babies to preschoolers. Early on in...
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Kimberly M.


Windham, CT

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Nurse

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I am a retired nurse looking for occasional jobs . I have worked in many different settings from group homes to hospitals and clinics as well as pediatric experiences .
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Patrick M.


Coventry, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

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I have been a babysitter for the past 14 years. I have also directed an after school program and summer camp for several years. I have worked with children and adults with special needs. I have experience with children and youth of all ages.
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Patrick M.


Coventry, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

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I have several years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I have worked as a paraprofessional in a school setting, worked as a Personal Care Assistant, and currently work as a social worker with adults with developmental disabilities.
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Mary O.


Baltic, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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Worked as direct care and direct support with individuals with mentally disabilities for 10 years. I've worked one on one with many behavioral individuals, seizure protocols, etc
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Heather Z.


Coventry, CT

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Working In A School Setting With A BA In Psychological Science

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Hi! My name is Heather! I'm 28 years old and have 12 years of experience babysitting and working with children. I recently earned a masters degree in Special Education with a focus in Applied Behavior Analysis. I have previously worked in the school system and currently work in a clinic setting with children ages 2-12. I love...
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Nancy M.


Coventry, CT

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Personal Care

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I have experience working with a young man with developmental delays and a seizure disorder, and I have cared for a young man who is a quadriplegic. I am approved by Allied to work as a Personal Support Provider on the DDS waiver, and also as a companion for those on the ABI waiver.
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Linda B.


Hampton, CT

$25-34/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Experienced Mother And Grandmother

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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Behavior - Applied Behavior Analysis.

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I have worked in a special needs camp year round for 3 plus years. I also am going to school currently to be a special education teacher. It's my passion.
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Alyssa L.


Columbia, CT

$13-20/hr6 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

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Hi, I'm Alyssa! Thank you for taking your time to consider me as a possible caregiver for your children! I have 6 years of experience in childcare including babysitting long term for many local families with children anywhere from 6 months to 10 years old, working at an elementary after school program, and assisting in the care...
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Christie C.


Chaplin, CT

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

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I worked full-time as an aide for middle aged twins who had Developmental Disabilities and Muscular Dystrophy. This position ended recently when the twins passed away within 2 months of each other. In my role as an aide, I assist with ADLs and with both a respiratory and exercise program, escorted them into the community and to...
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Rebecca S.


Coventry, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Experience

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I cared for a man for over 10 years that had a C4/C5 spinal cord injury that left him paralyzed from the top of his shoulders down. Every day we did range of motion exercises as well as an hour in his standing machine. I cut his hair, shaved his face, prepared meals, assisted with eating, did all his banking, and drove him...

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I have never cared for a special needs child, but certainly would not hesitate. I am very loving, fun, and patient and would be a great caregiver for any child or adult. I helped my grandparents out a lot, and have some minimal experience with elderly.

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