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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Deep River, CT

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years

Special needs caregivers in Deep River, CT

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Brenda S.


Ivoryton, CT

$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

One of a Kind Nanny

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My work experience is quite diverse. I worked with a family with 4 children from 5-12 yrs old, inner city children, teenage runaways and currently work with individuals with disabilities such as autism, developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injury, etc. The care provided to individuals and their families may include daily...
Brenda can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Gabriella W.


Madison, CT

$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi! My name is Gabby W, and I'm originally from Madison, Connecticut. I graduated from New York University in 2023 with a B. S. in Psychology and will be attending Columbia University in the fall for graduate school. In my free time, I love working out, hiking, reading, cooking, and spending time with friends and family. I truly...
Gabriella can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rachel V.


Old Saybrook, CT

$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hello! I'm a paraprofessional with a psychology degree and enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages. I'm flexible and willing to learn new things and have been working on my RBT training and already work with one individual with ASD. I was on the track team at CCSU so I love to stay active and have a specialty in math...
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Courtney W.


Killingworth, CT

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have loved working with kids since I was a kid. I have cousins who are 7 and 9 years younger than me and once they were born I wanted to be able to babysit for them. When I turned 12 was old enough to take the babysitting course our local rec department offered and after that I took every opportunity to babysit. I started by...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
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Lois A.


Old Lyme, CT

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

CPR FIRST AID PMT CT MEDICATION CERTIFIED

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Over 25 years of experience with special needs, Alzheimer's patients, hospice care , transfers, feeding, assistance bathing . I will run errands and do light housekeeping and meal prep. I am medication certified thru the state of Ct. I am CPR,& first aide certified also. Communication is very important between families and your...
Lois can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Arianna R.


Higganum, CT

$19-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hello! I have worked with one lovely 5-year-old child with autism for 5 months while in state. I was able to transport him to home and activities, feed him, bathe and dress him, and create activities and games that would interest him and play with him. I would love to hear from you and meet your child!
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Patricia C.


Clinton, CT

$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have 5+ years in child care, ranging in all ages, and special needs care. Look forward to working with you!
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Mariah S.


Old Saybrook, CT

$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Mariah

Hi, My name is Mariah, I would describe my personality as outgoing, caring, and respectful. I genuinely enjoy working with kids, and here's why: I am the youngest of three siblings, and when my older siblings went off to college, I had a babysitter who became like an older sister to me. The bond we formed was incredibly special...
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Brenda S.


Ivoryton, CT

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring, Compassionate And Dependable Caregiver

For over 20 years I have worked with individuals with various special needs and challenges so my experience is quite diverse. I am so passionate about what I do I am a guardian for a gentleman with developmental disabilities. During my profession I have worked with individuals with autism, behavioral issues, developmental...
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Megan B.


Higganum, CT

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Megan and I am from Higganum CT and I currently work as a Young Toddler teacher at an Early Learning Center. I have worked with children for about 12 years. I have worked in many different settings, including at home nannying, camp counselor, early childhood education at a learning center, etc. I have worked very...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alivia C.


Westbrook, CT

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Sitter!

Hi my name is Alivia and I'm from Westbrook! I am attending SCSU for my Master's degree in Speech Pathology. Spring 2024 I graduated from UConn with a bachelor's degree in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences and minored in Early Childhood Education. I have much experience working with young children and both children and adults...
Alivia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Patricia C.


Clinton, CT

$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! I grew up on the shoreline and it's where my passion for caregiving started. At the age of 16 I was introduced to a family looking for a nanny. It was a special circumstance, as their daughter was special needs. This yes led to the most rewarding discovery for myself, wanting to work with this community. Over the years I...
Patricia can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Athelia D.


Madison, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking For One Full Time Job

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Education Gateway Community College New Haven, CT Early Childhood Education Courses, 2004-2006 New Milford High School New Milford, CT High School Diploma, June 1979 Employment 2012-Present Care for 3-year-old Provide transportation to and from activities Meal preparation Completing household chores while napping (i....
Athelia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Chelsea H.


Madison, CT

$17-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

I am an extremely patient and understanding person. I have experience working with adults with disabilities as well as nannying a 13-year-old girl with disabilities and ideally would like to nanny for a child with special needs. I am a junior at SCSU and a psychology major.
Chelsea can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Alivia C.


Westbrook, CT

$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Care For Children That Have Disabilities/Special Needs

I spent most of my high school experience working with students who have special needs! I participated in Unified sports and volunteered with Westbrook's Buddy Baseball team! I was partnered to work with a young student who struggled with developing social skills and who struggled with ADHD during my last year of high school and...
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Isabella Y.


Killingworth, CT

$22-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny!

Hello! My name is Isabella, and I'm currently finishing my master's degree in clinical psychology at Columbia University. I hold bachelor's degrees in psychology and criminology from the University of Utah. I have extensive childcare experience, having cared for children ranging from newborns to teenagers up to 14 years old. I...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kristen W.


East Haddam, CT

$17-22/hr • 7 yrs exp

I have several years experience working in a behavioral classroom with students on the spectrum. I have completed my masters in Elementary Education and have a passion for working in this field.
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Chelsea H.


Madison, CT

$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver- Special Needs Specifically

I am pursuing a degree in psychology-mental health at SCSU right now. I am a junior and have experience in the field. I interned at a day program for adults with traumatic brain injuries, developmental disabilities and visual impairments. My current job is as a life skills instructor for adults with disabilities (most on my...

Carli R.


Madison, CT

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Child Care

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a new graduate registered nurse and have great interest in becoming a pediatric nurse. I was a camp nurse this past summer to almost 500 children between the ages of 3 and 14. I feel comfortable working with children who have special needs or may currently be ill. In college I babysat regularly for a family with a...
Carli can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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"Carli is absolutely wonderful with my 10 month old daughter. She's sweet, caring and a very responsible sitter. I certainly recommend her!"

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Kerri M.


Higganum, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in the Madison Public School System for 13 years as a Paraprofessional with special needs students. For the last 6 years I have also been a nanny for 3 children after school. Prior to that I worked as a companion & homemaker for almost 2 years. Please reach out to me if you think I would me a good match. Thank...
Kerri can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance

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