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Find special needs caregivers in Andover, CT that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Andover, CT

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Andover, CT

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Kari Z.


Andover, CT

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Mom of Two

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of two wonderful girls. I was a nanny for a number of different families before and after I had my children. I also have many years of experience as a household manager/assistant. I work as a professional organizer and house cleaner as well. I love cleaning and organizing and I have always loved children. I have...
Kari can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"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 candidate interview ran over."

John B.

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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Heather H.


Andover, CT

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

I Understand How Important Your Kids Are

I am a full time dental hygienist who specializes in children with special needs at my job. I spent many years as a single foster parent to teenagers and have made my family through this wonderful, and at times challenging, experience. But my daughter is older now and off to college. I miss having her around. I enjoy children....
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Tina G.


Willimantic, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Tina can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Kathy T.


Storrs Mansfield, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Care Giver Seeking An Opportunity To Help!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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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Zoey R.


Manchester, CT

$20-26/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Zoey! I am 23 years old from Manchester Connecticut. I am fully vaccinated from COVID-19, have a great driving record, no criminal background, and I am not a smoker! I am also fully certified for CPR and first aid, and update that whenever necessary. I am experienced with special needs and medical...
Zoey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"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 will definitely hire her again"

Catherine L.

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Elyse T.


Vernon Rockville, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently looking to go back into the nanny field after being a paraprofessional in Ellington for the past year. 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.
Elyse can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"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 organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our...

Amanda W.

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Joan M.


Manchester, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

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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Laurie M.


Glastonbury, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Caregiver

Retiree with over 20+ years experience working with children with special needs. Sufficient life skills and qualifications to meet the needs caring for children from newborn to 18 years of age. Patient, loving, responsible with impeccable driving record.
Laurie can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Patrick M.


Coventry, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

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.
Patrick can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Over the past 12 years I have had a vast amount of experience with children of all ages and abilities. I have been a lifeguard, volunteer, intern for special needs students, babysitter, and a nanny. I also have extensive infant and multiples experience. I am also CPR/First-Aid and Med Certified. I am Epi-Pen certified and am...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Soloman S.


Bolton, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring CNA

Hi! My name is Soloman and I have been a CNA for years caring for people with special needs and the elderly and I love it. I am trained and proficient in many areas of care including meal preparation, bathing, toileting etc. I also have alot of experience with patients with cognitive difficulties. I am also a trained chef and...
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Sarah E.


Manchester, CT

$17-32/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time/ Part-Time Caregiver

I am currently working for a before and after school program and looking to supplement my income and afford some fun things with my teenage son. I am CPR and 1st aid certified. I also am trained for epi pen injections. I have worked with both special needs kids and kids with dietary needs. I have worked with kids from newborn to...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Until the end of August I have an open schedule, afterwards I would only be available after school hours (depending on location) or weekends I've been working with special-needs kids for about six years now I started in an Academy for those with a variety of special needs and a variety of functionality(anywhere from nonverbal...
I have been a nanny for the pass 10 years so I am Great with kids all age and I'm very clean and organize and know how to keep a routine
Until the end of August I have an open schedule, afterwards I would only be available after school hours (depending on location) or weekends I have a lot of experience both in a school setting and in-home setting working with children with special needs. The youngest I've worked with was 4 years old and the oldest I've worked...
Christen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Lauren D.


Coventry, CT

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

I have worked in special education for 15 years. I am trained in many reading and math programs to help tutor students with disabilities. I have a lot of patience and compassion for children to succeed.
Able to care for children that have disabilities and provide what is needed for them. Participated in several groups (Unified Basketball and Unified Theater) that involved me to work with students.
I have experience with children who are in the autism spectrum. I also grew up with a sister who is bi-polar and worked with dementia patients while working as a home health aide for over 2 years.
I'd describe my personality as Friendly, kind, and compassionate. I started caring for people with special needs when I was right out of high school when I started working in the health care field. One thing you should know about me is I am a caring person and will give the best care the I can. My skills include...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Andover, CT

Kari Z.

5.0

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 candidate interview ran over.

- John B.

Zoey R.

5.0

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 will definitely hire her again

- Catherine L.

Elyse T.

5.0

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 organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our family. We love her to pieces and I...

- Amanda W.

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