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

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

Special needs caregivers in Darien, CT

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Elda J.


Norwalk, CT

$17-30/hr8 yrs exp

Full-time Or Part-time Available

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I have been working with special needs for eight years and with all ages. I love helping people. I am patient, kind, and trustworthy.
I have experience with all people with some disabilities, I I'm compassion and kind woman, I have very good relationships with peoples.
Hi! My name is Stephanie, and I'm a 22-year-old college student who enjoys working with kids. I have a lot of childcare experience, from helping raise my younger brother to babysitting my twin cousins and caring for children in other families. I love spending time with kids, whether it's organizing fun activities or just hanging...
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Lucia D.


Norwalk, CT

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Hello my name is Lucia. I'm 27 years old and I moved here from Italian 6 years ago. I have been a Caregiver for years and recently I started work with an amazing 15-year-old boy with autism syndrome. He have been teaching me a lot and I'm wishing to expand my experience with special needs kids. I speak Italian and Spanish, I...
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Carol B.


New Canaan, CT

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Tutor, Teacher, Caregiver, Special Education And Regular Education

I worked as a therapist with the Special Needs population for approximately 15 years. I became a substitute teacher within my home town teaching k-12. I absolutely love working with children and have extensive experience with families as well.
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Betty F.


Stamford, CT

$19-24/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Nanny, Special needs caregiver

Hi! My name is Betty and I am an experienced nanny with 8 years of experience. I am passionate about providing a safe, comfortable, and stimulating environment for your child. I also believe in building strong relationships with parents and children in order to provide the best care. I am patient, nurturing, and competent, and I...
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Priscilla H.


Stamford, CT

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

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Hi! I'm Priscilla, and I have a deep passion for working with children, helping them grow, learn, and thrive. With four years of professional caregiving experience and 16 years as the oldest of six siblings, I've gained hands-on experience creating a nurturing, fun, and structured environment. I'm comfortable caring for infants...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Monique M.


Wilton, CT

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a fun caring person. I was a nanny when I was younger for numerous families in New Canaan and Ridgefield CT. I also took care of two special needs children. One in Weston CT. and one in Ridgefield CT. I love kids and pets. I am loyal, honest and respectful. Please consider me. Thank you Monique
Monique can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hi! I'm Laura! My first professional job was a full time nanny, and after that I taught preschool for 3 years. I'm currently pursuing my doctorate in occupational therapy while also looking to work full time. I am CPR and first aid trained by the American Red Cross, have a clean, valid drivers license, and have my bachelors of...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

4 years working with special needs children. I also have sessions later on in the afternoon as a Behavioral Therapist for children with Autism
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Ashlee D.


Westport, CT

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hey My Names Ashlee!

My name is Ashlee and I just graduated from the University of Scranton. I love kids and I have been babysitting for seven years. I have experience with special needs children as well as babysitting multiple children at once. I majored in communications and have been a preschool teacher for over a year. I also studied education...
Ashlee can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
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Juana C.


Stamford, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

I have a bachelor's degree in education and psychology, and I was Spanish teacher in Wisconsin for three years.
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Matthew L.


Stamford, CT

$17-50/hr1 yrs exp

I have been a teacher for the past year in a 6th grade classroom working with students with a variety of backgrounds (including special needs). During this time I have also substituted with students from a variety of grade levels ranging from kindergarten to 8th grade.
Matthew can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Elayza B.


Stamford, CT

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Elayza. I have 10 years of experience caring for children, from newborns to 11 years old, and I am passionate about helping them thrive and grow. I believe education is a key part of development, and introducing books at a young age can help build important skills and foster a love of learning. I specialize in...
Elayza can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Nicky V.


Stamford, CT

$18-50/hr9 yrs exp

Care For Pets, Children (with And Without Special Needs), Homes, And Errands

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

STAMFORD I have two years of experience at a pre-kindergarten day care, two years of experience as a special needs aide, five years of experience as head camp counselor overseeing 20-25 children, a one year of experience working in a private residence as a nanny. In addition to that, I have also lived with pets my entire life...
Nicky can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Emma S.


Norwalk, CT

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have babysat for multiple families over the years with children ranging from ages 1-10. I have also worked as a camp counselor for five years with elementary school children. My 19-year-old brother is on the autism spectrum and I have also worked as a paraprofessional at a preschool in Norwalk so I have great experience with...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Morgan M.


Stamford, CT

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Morgan and I am a 28-year-old female full-time professional. I am looking to provide some child care services to help pay off my grad school loan. I grew up in a large family as the oldest child of 6, and have years of experience babysitting for friends and family, as well as experience volunteering with special needs...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Paola S.


New Canaan, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Very lovely and careful with the child's. Responsible and patient. Family oriented. I've been working in the Canaan for the past 10 years
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Daunne B.


Norwalk, CT

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have 7 years working for special need clients. I have worked for an agency in CT for 6 years and also through Allied part-time for a few years as well. I am caring, experienced and honest. I have worked with several families in CT. I can provide meal preparation, dressing/bathing, transportation to appointments, medication...
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Bruna D.


Greenwich, CT

$25-41/hr7 yrs exp

I have worked with children and adults on and off the spectrum. My goal is to integrate teaching methods in a therapeutic manner. Having successfully worked with clients on self- esteem, anxiety, speech, recognition, memorization and others.

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