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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Canterbury, CT
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
Special needs caregivers in Canterbury, CT
I have worked with children with special needs for 10 plus years. From school settings to in home based care. Resume available upon request.
I formerly worked in a group home for adolescents with disabilities. This involved daily care including bathing assistance, getting ready for the day, putting them to bed, medication administration, etc. The adolescents in the home had a variety of impairments from down syndrome and cerebral palsy to autism and behavioral...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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.
Mariah can also help with: Specialized care, dementia, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(2)
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...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Angela loves working with children with a desire to go above and beyond!"
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5.0
(1)
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: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Denise. I began my care-taking career by taking care of my father, a disabled Korean war vet with PTSD. Years later my mother was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and diabetes. I treasured caring for her until the end of her journey. I also raised three children with special needs. Through these experiences I realized...
Denise can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia
5.0
"I have met dozens of caregivers over the past five years since my mom has needed full-time help. I can say without hesitation that Denise is on my "A List" of the best of the best. She has a giving, warm personality, sense of humor and comfort with elders. My mom...
Lori S.
Kathy T.
Storrs Mansfield, CT
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic Care Giver Seeking An Opportunity To Help!
5.0
(2)
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...
Jamie L.
Norwich, CT
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
I Ensure That Your Children Are In Safe Hands, While Providing A Fun And Stimulating Environment.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am new to Care. com; however, I am not new to childcare or pet care! I am married and have three beautiful stepdaughters (ages 16, 9, and 7) as well as a precious baby of my own (4 months). I am also the fur mom of two dogs and two cats.
I love crafts, baking, and making memories, so I have no problem spending the day...
Jamie can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jamie was very flexible and I hired her when another pet sitter was unable to use my stairs. She tended to our 3 cats, two are quite old and even was able to medicate one for us. She was a delight to work with and would hire her again."
Deborah B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of one and grandmother of two. I have worked as a professional nanny for many years after working as a legal assistant. I have had many long-term positions - newborns, twin infants, toddler/preschool, school-age and special needs; I am blessed to still see the former families.
I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified (a...
Joann can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My wife and I were very lucky to have family available to care for our children while we worked for a long time however, the time inevitably came to search for outside help. We were extremely nervous about what this change, and what to expect with it, and we began...
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Savannah C.
Pomfret Center, CT
$18-45/hr • 9 yrs exp
Outgoing, Good With Children, Personable, Patient, And Creative
5.0
(2)
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...
Savannah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is amazing with children. She played with my daughter,...
Chelsie F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"- [ ] Sara has been our nanny since October. She quickly became part of our family helping care for our 2 year old intermittently and then full time with our son who was born in December. Our son had challenging GI issues and Sara stepped right in from him being in...
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Ashley J.
Coventry, RI
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 9 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I also have 2 years (professional) experience with children with varying special needs, though my experience surpasses such. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Ashley was our nanny during the 2022-23 school year and she was fantastic. She was extremely reliable, great with the kids (ages 8 and 6), and professional. We would hire her in an instant and highly recommend her if you're looking for a nanny or a one-time...
Steven C.
Ginger H.
Willington, CT
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Ginger can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"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 lucky!"
Amanda N.
5.0
(1)
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.
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"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 unforeseen schedule changes and offered a thorough report on our child's day. If you have a young child they'll be in...
Elaine K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Heather is a very kind and compassionate person, our Family fell in love with her immediately! I admire her energy and passion for life!"
Erica H.
5.0
(1)
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a professional nanny for over 20 years after working as a legal assistant. I am also a mother and grandmother of two, both attending college. I am originally from Washington State with residency in Connecticut for 13 years; I currently, occasionally take care of the sweetest little boy with autism. It has been a...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey my names Athena I have worked with the elderly since I was 16 and also the special needs community I love working with both. I have experience with all different kinds of things and people. Dementia, Alzheimer's, Hoyer lifts, autism, behavioral problems, ETC CPR certified
I do ADLS meal prep med administration and light...
Mariah M.
Norwich, CT
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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.
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...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Canterbury, CT
Angela O.
5.0
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 levels and experience required to manage a busy home while you’re away. She loves kids and is the type of gal who is always found playing with the...
- Care member
Denise L.
5.0
I have met dozens of caregivers over the past five years since my mom has needed full-time help. I can say without hesitation that Denise is on my "A List" of the best of the best. She has a giving, warm personality, sense of humor and comfort with elders. My mom loves being around her. And she's...
- Lori S.
Jamie L.
5.0
Jamie was very flexible and I hired her when another pet sitter was unable to use my stairs. She tended to our 3 cats, two are quite old and even was able to medicate one for us. She was a delight to work with and would hire her again.
- Deborah B.
Joann R.
5.0
Joanne was my saving grace. She was absolutely wonderful with my 2 daughters (now 6 and 13) while she was with us. Unfortunately kids grow up, but we consider her family. My daughters still talk about her, and ask when she’s “watching us again”. So many good memories they had with her. She would...
- Care member
Savannah C.
5.0
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 would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is amazing with children. She played with my daughter, fed my daughter dinner and was even...
- Chelsie F.
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