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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Darien, CT

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Darien, CT

I met Rebecca in 2013 during my first trip to Connecticut. Since, she has watched my son every summer. My son loves flying from Texas during…

Review for Rebecca B. by Kei F.

Catherine has worked for me over the past few months giving rides to my children and babysitting. She is very responsible, punctual and…

Review for Catherine P. by Melissa S.

Kathy is a rockstar. She was instrumental in helping us these last couple months—she knew how to interact with our girls, how to structure…

Review for Kathy P. by Dan K.

Special needs caregivers in Darien, CT

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Rebecca B.


Darien, CT

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I've been working with kids for the past 10+ years. In the past I've worked in daycares, with children from 3 months to 5 years old. I've also worked for the board of education, with children from the ages 5 to 18 years old. I've gained so much experience and patience throughout the years especially with the board of...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rebecca is a dedicated, kind and extremely capable caregiver. She has an amazing way with children of all ages and always values the needs of the family and child above all else, she is an absolute joy to work with and children excel emotionally and academically...

Karen H.

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Cristy R.


Darien, CT

$30-50/hr

Sincere Caring In Care

I'm passionate about sincere caring, kindness, and compassion in caregiving. I don't have a lot of professional experience, but I have a lot of personal, day in, and day out experience. I have six children, three are now adults. Two of my children have extensive special needs that include: a physical disability that requires...
Experience with special needs kids and adults for over 10years experience, I'm very compassionate, loving, caring individual.
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Peggy Y.


Darien, CT

$21-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Teach For Kids

I am an extremely careful, reliable person with a sense of joy and love for special children and adults . I really like to protect and take care of them, give them my attention and take care of myself.
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Mary S.


Darien, CT

$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

I am a Registered Nurse who has recently retired and would like to continue working part-time. I'm highly qualified, dependable, and easy going. I enjoy challenges and problem solving. I have excellent references. My past positions have been in hospitals, home care, acute care facilities, hospice, and assisted living. I'm...
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Andie D.


Darien, CT

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi everyone!! My name is Andie, and I am a rising junior at University of Richmond. I am looking for part time babysitting opportunities this summer, and I am available until the end of July. About me: I have previously worked as a camp counselor at Country Club of Darien for two summers, and will be working at a preschool...
Andie can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Cristy R.


Darien, CT

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Helpful Care

Hi! I am a seasoned child/elder care professional with over 15 years of experience. I have worked as a nursery/childcare director at my church for over 17 years. I have also worked in many different capacities with the special needs community and elder community. I have been a mom for almost 25 years now. I have six children,...
Cristy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Cristy R.


Darien, CT

$20-35/hr

Helpful Care

I am a seasoned child and elder care professional with over 15 years of experience. I have worked as a nursery/childcare director at my church for over 17 years. I have also worked in many different capacities with the special needs and elder communities. I have been a mom for almost 25 years. I have 6 children, 3 of which are...
Cristy can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, transportation, meal prep
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Catherine P.


Stamford, CT

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am an early elementary school teacher, with a Master's Degree in Early Childhood & Childhood Education and a Bachelor's degree in Human Biology. My experience ranges from 1 y/o to 16 y/o, and have some experience with children with special needs. Given my background in babysitting from a young age, working in a daycare,...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Catherine has worked for me over the past few months giving rides to my children and babysitting. She is very responsible, punctual and mature. She is also a pleasure to have around. My four children ranging in age from 6 to 15 all like Catherine so much. I am...

Melissa S.

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Kathy P.


Stamford, CT

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children in different capacities for over 20 years. I have been a teacher, advocate, crisis interventionist, nanny, case manager, and mother. I have raised my young adult sons. I have a Master's degree in Social Work, and was working in the field until I had my sons. I worked as a special needs teaching...
Kathy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Kathy. She watched our son from age 4 months till he started at a pre-k school at 2.5 She was so kind nurturing and cared for our son as if he was her own. She was mindful of his egg allergy and made my husband and I feel safe...

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Sibila J.


Stamford, CT

$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a nanny with four years of experience with babies up to teenagers. I'm was an art teacher when I lived in Brazil and would give classes to kids of all ages including those with special needs. I speak English and Portuguese and some Spanish. I'm easy going, punctual and honest. I like to cook and prefer cooking healthy...
Sibila can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sibi has been nannying for my family for the last 2 years. We have two girls, 8 and 10 and a very spirited, head strong almost 4 year old boy. Sibi does an incredible job with all three kids. Whether it's helping with school work, planning an art project, playing...

Aimee D.

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Nataliya P.


Norwalk, CT

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Nataliya. I'm professional, caring, patient, trustworthy and reliable nanny with over 18 years of experience, with great experiences and US citizenship ( originally from Europe) I love working with kids, pets and families. I have experience working with infants, twins and children with special needs. I have...
Nataliya can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
5.0
"Nataliya was an excellent candidate - on time, caring, warm, willing to work hard - and had it worked out for us timing-wise we would have jumped at hiring her. She will make a family very happy."

Nancy S.

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Esli M.


Stamford, CT

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

P/T Professional Certified Caregiver For Monday & Wednesday (8-5)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Esli I'm a 43 years old mom, I really love to be around kids, I have 15 &11 boys. I do understand what it means to love, care, teach, and make sure our kids are good & happy. I worked as a professional caregiver for great families for many years since I came to this country ( 22 years ago), and still keep a good...
Esli can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Esli has been a WONDERFUL caregiver to our 2 year old daughter. She has been with our family for a little over a year and we have a great flow - we love having her in our home. She is full of energy and love which has rubbed off on our daughter. We have full...

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Monica B.


Norwalk, CT

$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Monica

I have experience in taking care of newborns and toddlers. I have experience in giving baths, changing diapers, walking, and feeding children. I personally have 4 children of my own the ages from 14 - 40 years and I have 3 grandchildren. In the past I've taken care of special needed children. I took care of a 9 months old boy...
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Monica is a highly respected professional care giver. She has integrity, is compassionate, highly skilled , trustworthy ,caring and very personable. Monica is an outstanding individual and I highly recommend her. "

Dennis C.

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Kianza R.


Stamford, CT

$30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Versatile Caregiver For Children And Adults With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kianza, and I currently work for a non-profit organization, providing care for adults with special needs in a home-based setting. I have a rich background in child care, having been a preschool teacher for seven years and working part-time at the Stamford Youth camp after-school program during that time. I am in...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We have been using Kiamza for over two years now and our kids love her! I have two boys and she's really great with them. She's flexible, punctual, and trustworthy. I would 100% recommend her for kids/babies of any age."

Isis E.

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Amanda R.


Greenwich, CT

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun, Compassionate, Creative Babysitter With Over 15 Years Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 15 years of experience working with babies and children. I started when I was 16, working at Children's Day School in Greenwich, CT. I have experience with all ages from infant to school aged. I also have experience working with multiple children at a time. Most recently I was a nanny for two school aged boys. I have...
5.0
"Amanda was amazing with our 3 boys! She went the extra mile and helped clean up while they were napping. She engaged all the children and they were happy and safe. We would definitely use her again!"

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Solange F.


Norwalk, CT

$35/hr • 9 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood

I know English and Spanish, and I am currently studying Japanese! I have 9 years of experience in childcare. Alongside my commitment to child development, I am a certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant and the Owner and CEO of the Connecticut Center of Pediatric Consulting and Childcare Services (CCPCCS). Additionally, I studied...
Solange can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Solange is perfect! She is very smart and knowledgeable. I love the way she speaks to my 8 month old son and keeps him entertained. She is very professional and more than a nanny. Unfortunately, she is already employed by another family for the hours that need so I...

Care member

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Debbie F.


Greenwich, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced And Caring Babysitter With Great References

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I was born and grew up in Greenwich, Connecticut, and I still live in this wonderful town. Childcare is my career and I truly love it. I have over 10 years of experience. I enjoyed watching my daughter grow up and graduate from college. As a single mom, it wasn't easy, but I am a hard worker and love what I do. After my daughter...
Debbie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Debbie has been amazing with my mom, shes compassionate and caring. My mom looks forward to her visits"

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Wini O.


Norwalk, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have an extensive experience in the health and social care field for over 20 years. I'm trained and provide care for various client groups including people with learning difficulties, Autism, people with mental health issues and the elderly, assisting them with all their physical, social and emotional needs in areas such as...
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Alexandra A.


Stamford, CT

$30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi my name is Alexandra, I'm a responsible, energetic, & nurturing 28-year-old. I've been working with children as a nanny / babysitter for over 5 years now. I started working occasionally after school for families in my building until I found one family who I've stuck with long term. I have experience with multiple children,...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"she is very optimistic, energetic, & responsible! she is a great person. i definitely recommend her!"

Rosemary R.

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