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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Derby, CT

The average rate is $10/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 2 years

Special needs caregivers in Derby, CT

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Katelyn P.


Orange, CT

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the past four years I have had a ton of experience with Special needs children. I have cared for two children who are physically handicapped witch helped me become more experienced with individuals who struggle with mobility. I have also worked with many individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Through being chosen to volunteer...
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Ikami B.


Hamden, CT

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Pct

3.5

(4)

As an experienced care giver with special needs, I am able to give the best of me to my clients, I have experience with enfants, young and adults with Cognitive Disabilities, Mobility Challenges, Seizure Disorder, Epilepsy, Blindness, Visual Impairment, Spinal cord Injuries, Quadriplegic, Development delay, Autism... I am able...
5.0
"She was very caring and loving with my mom. She went above and beyond. She gave showers daily and cooked very nice meals. My mom wouldn't eat for anybody but as soon as Ikami came to work she would start smiling and eat every meal Ikami cooked."

Taheeah B.

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Jennice D.


West Haven, CT

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible Yet Fun Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 45-year-old mother of 3. I have worked with children for most of my adult life. I have experience with children of all ages and abilities. I previously owned my own home daycare and have worked in various elementary schools supporting both typical and children with special needs. My school background has provided me with...
Jennice can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jenny has been with our family since our daughter was 6 weeks old. In these last 18 months she has been a beyond amazing care provider and friend to our daughter and us. She is always reliable, naturally kind, and has given C. more love and nurturing than we could...

Katie S.

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Jill B.


New Haven, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Shoreline Special Needs Care Available

My background includes infants, multiples and classroom up to teen age. I specialize in autism and diabetes. I am CPR and First Aid certified.
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Dana B.


Oxford, CT

$18/hr10 yrs exp

After dedicating myself in the medical and special needs fields for 17+ years I am qualified to work with adults and seniors of varying abilities and needs. Capable of providing a large range of care, genuinely, I am interested in helping people by encouraging emotional fulfillment through appropriate enriching activities.
Dana can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, meal prep
I'm flexible with my time/availability, I have experience with special needs children. I currently have a cleaning schedule, where most are elderlies. Some of them have recently lost close family members due to covid and other reasons where they suffered with depression and I came in to give assistance and a helping hand to them...
Eliege can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, respite care, dementia & more
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Sharanda M.


Ansonia, CT

$16-21/hr7 yrs exp

I been doin this for about seven years love working with elderly specials need Transportation Feeding bathing Meal prep Appointment shopping.
Sharanda can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Margo C.


Orange, CT

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Paraprofessional Available To Nanny/Babysitt

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Mature professional single mother of two, raised a special needs child. Worked for the past 6 years as a para for special education. Very happy and positive outlook.
Margo can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jacqueline R.


Ansonia, CT

$16-50/hr20 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver And Mom's Helper

I'd describe my personality as responsible, dedicated and kind I like working with kids because they are the future and it is our responsibility to guide and help them reach their potential. It is fun and rewarding. I'm looking for a job that helps me grow and learn as a caregiver. I started working with kids when I changed...
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Diana M.


Orange, CT

$15-50/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have had some experience working with students with special needs. My school year job is at Hamden Transitional Academy located on the campus of Southern Connecticut State University. I work with students ages 18-22 with a range of disabilities. My job as a peer mentor is to help the students become more independent and learn...
I am looking for a job in caring for kids. I am very good with kids and I love spending time with them. I have been involved in past summers with working at a basketball camp with younger children. I have good experience with special needs children also, my twin brother has Down syndrome. I have also volunteered in special...
Kristen can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Rachel E.


New Haven, CT

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I grew up in a home with two siblings with special needs. From that perspective I know how hard it is to trust anyone to treat special needs children with love and care. I worked during the summers at a sleep away camp for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. I learned many valuable care giving skills there....
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Joanna S.


Milford, CT

$23-28/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher And Sociotherapist

Hi. I am a teacher and a sociotherapist. I have worked for children with ADHD, ODD and Asperger. I am patient, cheerful and empathetic. I like board games, sports, walking, cooking and baking
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Christopher F.


Milford, CT

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

My goal in providing care is to assist my clients in living a life worth living. Cleints under my care are promised autonomy and independence. I have experience with ASD, Multiple Severe, Orthopedic Disability, ADHD, Down Syndrome, and more. Please consider me while coordinating care for your loved one(s).
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Katherine L.


Monroe, CT

$14-30/hr

Hi! I Love Helping And Connecting With Others.

I am a compassionate and caring individual who is seeking a position that will help me connect with and help others. I am an Emergency Medical Technician of four years who volunteers at Monroe EMS and am CPR certified. I can assist with lifting/moving, cooking/baking, and technological assistance. I am creative and can help...
Katherine can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

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Aline R.


Shelton, CT

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

I am a nanny and also caregiver . I am a very patient person , love helping , taking to places, feeding, bathing , cooking And I follow directions what needs.
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Scott B.


Seymour, CT

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Specializing In Youth Development

I have over a decade working with kids in aquatics, athletics, recreation, health/wellness, fitness, emotional/social regulation, and years of experience working in ABA setting with kids with special needs. My career primarily focused on creating, staffing, and supervising programs centered in these areas, but the true reason...
Scott can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Experienced and dedicated Housekeeper/Nanny with over 20 years of expertise in providing exceptional childcare and comprehensive household management. Skilled in managing household tasks, including cleaning, organizing, meal preparation, and transportation. Proven ability to work with children of various ages, including those...
Eliege can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ivonne L.


Milford, CT

$21-50/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Teacher

Hello! I'm a certified special needs teacher passionate about nurturing and empowering children. With experience teaching multiple subjects across various grades, I tailor my approach to meet each child's unique needs, ensuring they feel valued and supported. I believe that learning should be engaging and fun, so I incorporate...
Ivonne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Josiphina I.


Stratford, CT

$8-50/hr13 yrs exp

Nanny

Hello there, My name is Josiphina. I am 24 soon to be 25. I am a mom of 2 children 2 & 4 years old. I have about 13 years plus child care experience, caring for children in and outside of family. I am comfortable caring for multiple children at a time, as well as special needs kids. I am very reliable, trustworthy, loving,...

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