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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Bridgeport, CT

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Bridgeport, CT

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Paulette W.


Bridgeport, CT

$25/hr15 yrs exp

Fun Loving, Organized Babysitter/nanny Who Is A Kid At Heart.

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a caring, experienced, and reliable childcare provider with 15 years of experience. I'm happiest when I'm caring for children and helping them learn and grow, and I'm confident I can provide your family with the support and care you need. I have a patient and calm personality and am very comfortable enforcing household...
Paulette can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jaquisha G.


Bridgeport, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time - Nanny/Baby Sitter

Hello! My name is Jaquisha G. and I have been working with children professionally for 14 years now. I am CPR/first aid trained. I have experience as a head teacher & nanny, working with children aging from newborn to school age & also with multiples (twins), preemies & children with special needs. Working with children has...
Jaquisha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kaara F.


Bridgeport, CT

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am first and foremost a mother for the past 10 years now. Before becoming a mother, I was a great caregiver for about 12 years, not only being an older sister, but working with families. I have had the experience of taking care of newborn to school age kids, teenagers and kids with special needs. I am also a certified nursing...
Kaara can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

I've been caring for children for over a decade, finding joy in nurturing their growth and development. As a patient, creative, and friendly caregiver, I prioritize open communication with parents, using their preferred method, to ensure their child's well-being. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and enjoy playing a...
Celine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Tyanna P.


Bridgeport, CT

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a 4-year degree in Psychology and a certificate in medical imagining. My coursework has helped me understand the fundamentals between brain, behavior, and emotions as well as develop a positive, professional response to stressful situations. I have 10+ years in childcare; caring for children newborn to 14 years of age. I...
Tyanna can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

Hello my name is D'Ajah and I am a CNA. The beginning of this year I completed CNA schooling and been working with seniors ever since. I am experienced with dementia patients, bed bound patients, special needs patients etc. I am comfortable with live in services as I was a live in caregiver for 4 months before my patient passed....
Denajah can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

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Dajah M.


Bridgeport, CT

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hello my name is D'Ajah and I am a CNA. The beginning of this year I completed CNA schooling and been working with seniors ever since. I am experienced with dementia patients, bed bound patients, special needs patients etc. I am comfortable with live in services as I was a live in caregiver for 4 months before my patient passed....
Dajah can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Tyerra C.


Bridgeport, CT

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, I am Tyerra C! Naturally my passion is caring for others and always providing the best care to make sure their well being is always taken care of. My experience working at ability beyond full time for years has truly allowed me to gain more knowledge and understanding to different individuals and how I can customize the...
Tyerra can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Xolile N.


Bridgeport, CT

$18-26/hr3 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver And Nursing Student

I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with 3 years of experience in providing excellent care to individuals with various needs. I have a strong background in specific skills, such as working with elderly clients, dementia care and children with special needs. I'd describe my personality as compassionate, dependable, and...
Xolile can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, home modification, meal prep, live-in home care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Giovanni V.


Bridgeport, CT

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Special Need Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work in a Special Needs group with 6 clients that I provide care to. I have been working there for almost 4 years and it has been a great learning experience for me. I enjoy what I do and have build special bonds with each one of my clients. It has been an amazing experience to have had an opportunity in which I can...
5.0
"Giovanni V. has been working with us here at S. special needs for almost 3 years. It has been an absolute pleasure to have him. He is great at what he does and always makes sure to go above and beyond with his job. I will recommend him without any doubt to anyone...

Francine D.

Lotonia F.


Bridgeport, CT

$21-50/hr1 yrs exp

My Professional Experience

In my professional capacity, I have had the privilege of working with individuals possessing unique needs, including an eighth-year-old with a speech delay, a 20-year-old non verbal, 9-year-old on the spectrum and a 5-year-old diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, particularly facing challenges in social interaction. My...

Ana B.


Bridgeport, CT

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitting

Am working with very sweet 17-year-old teen, I having working with him since he was 7 years old, am looking to do a part time in the morning. Any questions please message me.
Hi I can work with you if you require it. I am available immediately I can do housekeeping and care
Hi, my name is Marilyn. I have been a foster mother for 20 years and have been taking care of elderly people for several years. I am looking for a position that allows me to use my skills. I am very kind and dependable. I take pride in the people. I provide care for and I love to cook and clean.

Abigail L.


Bridgeport, CT

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Outgoing Sitter And Pet Carer

I am a compassionate young woman that is currently studying Psychology. I part-time care for my elderly grandparents, as well as pet sit for my in-law's dog. I have two (big) dogs of my own, so I am very comfortable with animals. It has always been my passion to help others. Whether that be with simple daily tasks, to...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Cathleen L.


Milford, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
5.0
"Cathy is a wonderful caring person. Anyone would be lucky to have her help!"

Deb K.

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Teresa D.


Stratford, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

In-home Senior Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Over the past 17 years, I've cared for numerous people with different medical issues. Some of those issues include Alzheimer's/dementia, blindness, loss of hearing, and different levels of mobility. For my clients I will prepare meals, do light housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping, errands, transport to doc apts, assist...
Teresa can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Terri was nothing but professional and took the utmost care of my husband in our time of need. She was proactive, a self starter, gentle and incredibly detail oriented. Also, she made some amazing food that my husband enjoys and got him to eat, most importantly!...

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Hailey D.


Trumbull, CT

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Fun And Energetic Sitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I recently graduated college with a bachelor degree and am currently a certified RBT working at a clinic with special needs children. Because of this I am only available on weekends. I am CPR and first aid certified, don't smoke, and love all types of animals, so pets are fine as well! Having four younger brothers ranging from...
Hailey can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Hailey was Awesome! I hired her short notice and she was on- time, actually early and did a great job. I left my toddlers stroller in my car and she carried my toddler all the way to the park and back. My 11-year old enjoyed the time with her and recommended she...

Anita N.

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Kristina U.


Trumbull, CT

$28-40/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have helped to care and cared for children with special needs. I have cared for both verbal and non verbal children. Every weekend for a few years, I had helped to care for a boy with special needs. I enjoyed taking him into the community and helping him with his social skills, as well as just playing with him at home or in...
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Stephanie C.


Fairfield, CT

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm passionate about helping children grow and develop, and I have 4 years of experience as a childcare provider. I'm patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and friendly, and I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. I'm also experienced with special needs children and have First Aid Training and CPR Training. I believe...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Stephanie was lovely and we would definitely use her again!"

Lisa O.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bridgeport, CT

Giovanni V.

5.0

Giovanni V. has been working with us here at S. special needs for almost 3 years. It has been an absolute pleasure to have him. He is great at what he does and always makes sure to go above and beyond with his job. I will recommend him without any doubt to anyone in need of a caregiver. He is a very...

- Francine D.

Cathleen L.

5.0

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

- William D.

Teresa D.

5.0

Terri was nothing but professional and took the utmost care of my husband in our time of need. She was proactive, a self starter, gentle and incredibly detail oriented. Also, she made some amazing food that my husband enjoys and got him to eat, most importantly! She’s an extremely patient,...

- Care member

Hailey D.

5.0

Hailey is smart, creative, accepting, loving and responsible, and she can handle whatever comes her way. She has been watching my two kids (one of whom has special needs) for several months now. She picks them up from daycare and school at different locations and navigates the multisite pickup with...

- Eliana K.

Stephanie C.

5.0

Stephanie was lovely and we would definitely use her again!

- Lisa O.

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Ratings for Bridgeport, CT special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Bridgeport, CT are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.