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Mariah M.

Babysitter Available

Norwich, CT

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a mother to three children of my own. I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. I have experience with adaptive equipment and multiple special needs. I have a passion for helping others.

Elaine K. says "She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during...

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Gabrielle L.

Moosup, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 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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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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Shannon B.

Hi There!

Brooklyn, CT

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hey there my name is Shannon and I am 27 years old! I have over 10 years of experience in childcare. I have worked as a PCA for individuals with special needs, a nanny for infants up to 12 years old and a pre school head teacher for roughly two years. I am American Red Cross CPR CERTIFIED and I also have my epi pen and...

Care Member says "Shannon is an amazing woman filled with empathy! She shows compassion, kindness, and playfulness, always caring for the kids. Her dedication and...

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Lynn W.

Norwich, CT

4.7(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I finished college and received a degree in Early Childhood Education from Three Rivers Community College. I've been babysitting for 15 years. I have worked in a child care center for three years. I love working with kids because they are learning as they go. I have experience with special needs children and adults too. I am...

Stacie M. says "We only talked through email but she was very punctual and responded extremely fast! Hope to look to her in the future for any date night needs."

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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
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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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Heather K.

Experienced Educated Professional

Norwich, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Experienced educated professional available for caregiving positions. I have experience with all ages & special needs individuals. I have over 15 years experience providing all levels of care for individuals from birth till advanced stages of life. I have experience from School Readiness Programs to group homes with individuals...

Care Member says "Heather was very reliable and provided excellent care to my son. I requested her help in a pinch and I won’t hesitate to request her help again"

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Zoey R.

Manchester, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am experienced with special needs and medical disabilities. I am also comfortable watching up to four children at a time, as I have experience doing so. I am outgoing, fun, quirky, trustworthy, and very friendly! I always try my best to treat the home, the family, children and pets with the upmost respect. You and your family...

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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Savannah C.

Outgoing, Good With Children, Personable, Patient, And Creative

Pomfret Center, CT

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Savannah and I'm a 2019 high school graduate. I've just returned from living in the UK for 6 months working as an Au Pair! I currently work at a daycare as the head preschool teacher and was the head infant teacher before I made my move to the UK. I've worked there for 3 years :) I started working with children at a young...

Chelsie F. says "Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she...

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Ginger H.

Willington, CT

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Nurturing responsible and reliable career nanny with experience caring for newborn through teen age children. I have recent experience with twins and also special needs. Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certifications are current. I have taught gymnastics and swimming lessons and enjoy outdoor activities , reading, crafting, yoga and...

Amanda N. says "Ginger has been part of our family for almost 10 years and she's actually the best. Kids gravitate to her. Anyone who hires Ginger would be incredibly...

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Mariah M.

Part-Time Caregiver

Norwich, CT

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Mobility assistance
dementia
companionship
personal care
specialized care
I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. It is a passion of mine to help others. I have experience with adaptive equipment, and special needs.
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Sara R.

Reliable And Energetic

Uncasville, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
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...

Care Member says "Sara has been our nanny for about 5 months now and she is amazing! My son gets so excited to see her every time she walks in the door!! She follows his...

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Angela O.

Babysitter

Pomfret Center, CT

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Angela and I have been around children for 10+ years. I have worked with new borns, toddlers & special needs children. I love to get creative while babysitting, whether building a fort or arts and craft or playing outside. Kids are my passion, which babysitting allows me to do what I love everyday! I would love to...

Care Member says "I’m lucky enough to have Angela for a sister in law! She regularly watches my special needs toddler and my now 9 month old infant. She has the energy...

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Kevin W.

Manchester, CT

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Many years of experience working with children with special needs and after school care, ect. Let me know if I can help.
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Danielle T.

Mom With Morning Hours Available

Colchester, CT

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
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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Jess Y.

Highly Experienced Care Provider

Colchester, CT

from
$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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Jeffie T.

Stafford, CT

from
$19/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jeffie. I'm 25 years old and have about 2 years of experience with neurodivergent children through working at an autism/special needs center. I have worked with a wide range of ages from 18 months to 17 years old. I also have a lot of experience with non-verbal children with AAC devices. On top of currently...
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Emily M.

Emily

East Haddam, CT

from
$40/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
home modification
errands
respite care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as happy, outgoing and uplifting! I like caring for seniors because they are a wealth of information and always have so much to offer us younger folks if we give them the time and open our minds. I'm looking for a job that allows me to help an elderly person on a daily basis. I started caring...
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Mariah M.

Norwich, CT

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
I have experience working for DDS as a support for individuals with developmental disabilities as well as physical disabilities. I also have CNA experience working with adolescents of the same nature. I also have a 2-year-old son with severe ASD who is nonverbal so I have some sign language experience as well.
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Maya M.

Norwich, CT

from
$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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.29/hr as of August 2025

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

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

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

Mariah M.

She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible...

- Elaine K.

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.

Shannon B.

Shannon is an amazing woman filled with empathy! She shows compassion, kindness, and playfulness, always caring for the kids. Her dedication...

- Care member

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