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Christopher G.

Woodbridge, CT

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
My experience as a special needs caregiver has been enlightening. I have had the privilege as a C. N. A. taking care of many individuals with many disabilities and look forward to continuing my experience in doing so giving dignity and respect to those I help. Thank you for your consideration, I look forward to contact me.

Carol A. says "Christopher is very kind and professional in handling everything he has helped my son with. He goes above and and beyond and we feel very comfortable with...

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Christina J.

Behavior Technician

Woodbridge, CT

from
$27/hr
4 years experience
Hello, I graduated from Boston University with a BS in Psychology. After graduating college, I wanted to become a counselor, but I was never fond of going back for my masters so my first job was working with adolescent girls as a Milieu Counselor at Wellspring - a residential facility. I split my time between the house and...
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Kassidy P.

Milford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello! My name is Kassidy. I am 25 years old and work as a 911 dispatcher. I currently live in Milford and love it! I'm looking for a part time or full time babysitting job. I am the oldest of 6 brothers and 1 sister, so caring for children comes naturally to me. I previously worked at a day care caring for children ranging from...

Mary G. says "I highly recommend Kassidy to any family looking for a babysitter. She has a natural talent with children and parents can have total peace of mind while...

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Karina D.

Care Giver ,companion,Homeking,transportation

New Haven, CT

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
personal care
live-in home care
dementia
I have experience aiding people with showering and with bed baths. I have reminded people to take their medications. I've aided people with personal care, and helped them with cooking and feeding. I have experience helping people with hover lifts, wheel chairs, and hospital beds. I have 20 years of experience with Alzheimer's,...

Michal R. says "Karina took care of my mother in law 5 days a week for 4 months. She was very competent and kind, and she developed a wonderful rapport with my mother in...

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Barbara P.

Developmental Disabilities Worker

East Haven, CT

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired 2021 DDS Developmental Ct Disabilities Worker 2 of over 35 years. I have extensive experience with the Developmentally Challenged . I enjoy working with individuals with special needs. I find it rewarding and love making a positive difference in their lives. Guaranteed Care With A Loving Heart.
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Dustina A.

Ansonia, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
I have been an employee for The Kennedy Center for almost 16 years and have a great deal of experienced with behavior issues and maintaining great relationships with people who might seem a bit challenging. I also have a relative who has exhibited behaviors that need compassion and understanding and I have given every effort...

Gladys S. says "Dustina is an efficient and excellent worker."

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Cassidy C.

Hello!

West Haven, CT

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I have many years of experience working with kids and adults with disabilities. I have worked three summers at a camp for people with disabilities and got to meet so many amazing people through it. I also have worked as a personal care assistant. I love getting to know each person I work with. I have experience working...

Nancy P. says "Cassidy is very caring, conscientious and professional. We enjoy her friendly personality! She has been wonderful helping us meet our disabled family...

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Ikami B.

Pct

Hamden, CT

3.5(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
As an experienced care giver with special needs, I am able to give the best of me to my clients, I have experience with enfants, young and adults with Cognitive Disabilities, Mobility Challenges, Seizure Disorder, Epilepsy, Blindness, Visual Impairment, Spinal cord Injuries, Quadriplegic, Development delay, Autism... I am able...

Carol T. says "She was not available for the hours I need it"

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Cherie G.

Experienced Care Taker

Hamden, CT

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Previous owner of a licensed daycare for 16 years where I cared for special needs children ranging from 2 months to 14 years of age. Licensed CNA since 1993 where I worked in the hospital, convalescent homes, and one on one in-home care. Over the years, I have and continue to care for individuals who are not totally capable of...

Celisia H. says "Ms. Cherie is a wonderful person very loving and caring towards everyone she meets along the way. Ms. Cherie cared for both my kids an they both love her...

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Linda G.

Linda's Blessed Hand's

Naugatuck, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My experiences as a Caregiver has given me the opportunity to learn about the personal needs of others. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situation. I have experience with Paraplegic, Mental Health Population, Cerebral Palsy, Children, Elderly, Physical Disabilities, Intellectual...

Lili K. says "Linda learns quickly. She is respectful, joyful and energetic. She engages my daughter and makes her smile and laugh. She is loving and attentive to needs...

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Tessa W.

Hello!

North Haven, CT

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Like you, I am the parent of a special needs child so I understand, first hand, the challenges. I understand, too, how frightening it can be trusting someone with your child. Whatever I can provide to reassure you, will be provided, whether that be extra references, hard copy criminal background check... Just let me know. I have...

Karen L. says "Tessa is a kind, reliable, patient caregiver. She cares for our 3 year old daughter with development delays and she does a wonderful job. Our energetic 5...

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Rocio G.

West Haven, CT

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a very reliable patient and creative person with more them 5 years of experience caring for children I will give the appropriate care and I am willing to do any other additional task if is requested..
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Tyla S.

Fun And Trustworthy Mom Of Two Looking To Babysit/nanny

Naugatuck, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
I know how hard it can be to trust someone new with your little ones because I am a mom too. Rest assured that I will give the same love, care and attention to your children that I would my own. I like to play and dance to music, arts and crafts, play outside, do a sensory activity or maybe even bake a special treat. I have...

Care Member says "I don’t have enough good things to say about Tyla! I was really worried bringing someone on to watch my only baby, but as soon as I met her she put me...

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Cathleen L.

Milford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personable, Reliable, Affordable, Committed to helping when I can. Errands, light house cleaning, transportation, grocery store trips, pharmacy trips , light meal prep, all phases and conditions of pet care, elderly or special needs companionship /outings. I am also a licensed hairdresser of 32 years willing to do home visits...

William D. says "My mother really appreciated Cathleen's help. Cathleen is personable, patient, and professional. I would gladly recommend her services."

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Ryan T.

Naugatuck, CT

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Childcare is my craft. I have experience with infants, toddlers, teens, special needs. I believe in going above and beyond for my families as children are my passion in life. Safety, well being and education are my top priorities for children I work with. Along with lots of fun!

Care Member says "Ryan is a fantastic nanny! She provides all inclusive services for our family - primarily watching our youngest from the time he was 5 months old to...

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Jennice D.

Responsible Yet Fun Caregiver

West Haven, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a 45-year-old mother of 3. I have worked with children for most of my adult life. I have experience with children of all ages and abilities. I previously owned my own home daycare and have worked in various elementary schools supporting both typical and children with special needs. My school background has provided me with...

Katie S. says "Jenny has been with our family since our daughter was 6 weeks old. In these last 18 months she has been a beyond amazing care provider and friend to our...

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Michelle K.

I Am A Hand On Fun Sitter. Singing And Dancing. Crafts And Outdoor Nature Hunts

Milford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a 52-year-old mother of 5 daughters I have been working with children since I was 13. I have taught preschool as well as being a para in the school district for children with special needs. Over the years I have been a professional nanny to several families and still keep in touch with them. I absolutely love doing art ,...

Elizabeth K. says "Michelle is an incredibly hard working, kind, and empathetic person. Her calm presence and fun-loving nature makes her a wonderful choice for a...

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Pauline C.

Experienced Nanny/Babysitter/Helper Available

Seymour, CT

4.1(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 20 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been watching children since high school. I did that for three years. After high school, I taught 2 and 3-years-old's in Sunday school. I also worked with a before and after-school program with children (from kindergarten to grade five) for a year (and was the site's leader). After a few years passed, I got married to a...

Doug M. says "We spoke with Pauline on the phone - excellent communication, very efficient, and very helpful. We didn't hire Pauline only because our plans changed but...

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Vanessa C.

Fun And Caring Nanny

Seymour, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
I have many years experience as a Nanny. I've worked in an in-home daycare, a daycare center, and as a private Nanny. I've worked with children ages 4 months through 12 years old, including multiples at once. I also have several nieces and a nephew (with special needs) that I enjoy spending time with and caring for. I am a fun,...

Care Member says "I’m actually getting emotional writing this review. Vanessa came into my life when I needed her the most. My daughter was 5 months old and my son was 3...

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Crystal D.

Perfect Match

Naugatuck, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
My name is Crystal and I've currently been a CNA for 16 years (13 in a nursing home taking care of trachea /vent patients with underlying issues). I have experience with a. m/p. m care, incontinence care, feeds ( weather it be orally or g-tube), CPR/ first aid, ADL's, transfers ( ranging from stand pivot, 2 person assist, slide...

Care Member says "Always prompt Considerate, respectful always a positive attitude "

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.00/hr as of November 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Woodbridge, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Christopher G.

Christopher is very kind and professional in handling everything he has helped my son with. He goes above and and beyond and we feel very...

- Carol A.

Kassidy P.

I highly recommend Kassidy to any family looking for a babysitter. She has a natural talent with children and parents can have total peace...

- Mary G.

Karina D.

Karina took care of my mother in law 5 days a week for 4 months. She was very competent and kind, and she developed a wonderful rapport with...

- Michal R.

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