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Jennice D.

Responsible Yet Fun Caregiver

West Haven, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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...

Katie S. says "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...

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I Am A Hand On Fun Sitter. Singing And Dancing. Crafts And Outdoor Nature Hunts

Milford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
I am a 52-year-old mother of 5 daughters I have been working with children since I was 13. I have taught preschool as well as being a para in the school district for children with special needs. Over the years I have been a professional nanny to several families and still keep in touch with them. I absolutely love doing art ,...

Elizabeth K. says "Michelle is an incredibly hard working, kind, and empathetic person. Her calm presence and fun-loving nature makes her a wonderful choice for a...

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Monroe, CT

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
I am a mother of two grown girls and a grandmother of a 3-year-old boy who is special needs. I feel very blessed. I am looking for minimum of 30 hrs per week to care for children. I am a hard working energetic woman in her mid 50's. I'm able to assist with care of children, young adults, adults, light cooking, errands, crafts...

Katherine R. says "Jeannie was a blessing to our family! Thank you for being a great support in transporting our 4-year-old daughter to and from Daycare/School for over...

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Fun And Energetic Sitter

Trumbull, CT

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I recently graduated college with a bachelor degree and am currently a certified RBT working at a clinic with special needs children. Because of this I am only available on weekends. I am CPR and first aid certified, don't smoke, and love all types of animals, so pets are fine as well! Having four younger brothers ranging from...

Eliana K. says "Hailey is smart, creative, accepting, loving and responsible, and she can handle whatever comes her way. She has been watching my two kids (one of whom...

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West Haven, CT

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a very reliable patient and creative person with more them 5 years of experience caring for children I will give the appropriate care and I am willing to do any other additional task if is requested..
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Pct

Hamden, CT

3.5(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
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...

Carol T. says "She was not available for the hours I need it"

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Hamden, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have worked in childcare for 16 years caring for children ages 3 months to 12 years of age. I have worked hand on hand with special needs children as well.
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New Haven, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
I am a loving and very helpful person who has my Cna license and know how to care for people who have special needs
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Caring

Trumbull, CT

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
Hello. My name is Samantha, and I have 7 years of Childcare experience! I have sat for children of all kinds, including infants and children with special needs. I'm exciting, fun-loving and very energetic. Whether it's doing arts & crafts, or going outside to play soccer, I can do it all! Aside from that, I also have experience...
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Seymour, CT

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$30/hr
20 years experience
Nurturing children and watching them blossom is my greatest joy. With 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages-from newborns to teenagers- I bring a patient, creative, and friendly approach to childcare. I have knowledge of ASL and extensive experience working with children with autism and other special needs,...
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Babysitter

Trumbull, CT

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am reliable, energetic, and always positive. I've had four years of experience working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. I was a Pre-school Teacher for Early Childhood Development center in Fairfield for three years. Within the three years working I also had experience...
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Full Or Part-Time Nanny Or Child Caregiver

Milford, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been an elementary school teacher for over 30 years. I have taught children from ages 3 to teenagers in a number grades and schools in Bridgeport, New Haven, and West Haven, Connecticut. In addition, I have worked with special needs children as a paraprofessional in a classroom setting and as an assistant care giver on a...
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Mostly A Tutor, Also A Babysitter!

Milford, CT

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
I've been babysitting on and off since I was 17, and now I'm 21, I've graduated college, and I'm on my way to Graduate School for fall 2025, where I'm studying to be a children's librarian. I love telling and making up stories, reading, playing games, and helping children explore what they're curious about. I can cook alright,...
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Seymour, CT

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 5 years of experience working with children ages 2-15 and 6 years of experience working with adolescents with special needs. Passion for music and reading. CPR/AED and first aid certified. Please feel free to message me.
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Special Needs Provider

Milford, CT

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$27/hr
10 years experience
I have worked for 20 years with children, adults and seniors whom have had physical and mental conditions which have needed care for. I have worked with seniors who have dementia, Alzheimer's, and are recovering from strokes and surgeries. I have also worked with children who are on the autistic spectrum and adults who are in...
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Educator/Caregiver Available

Shelton, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have worked for over 20 years in the education setting with children and young adults with varying special needs. Some had emotional and behavioral issues, learning disabilities, cognitive functioning issues and many were on the Autism Spectrum. I also spent 3 years doing private duty work in the same field. I never considered...
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Part Time Nurse/Care Giver Available

Milford, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I am a dedicated care giver with 4 years of experience with elderly clients with CVA, complete bathing, grooming, total feeding, administering PO medications.
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Hamden, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
With over 15 years of experience in the special-needs field, I have dedicated my career to supporting adults with disabilities in developing independent living skills and meaningful social connections. I ran the Social Recreation Department and founder of the Judaism Club, where I design inclusive, engaging programs that foster...
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Beacon Falls, CT

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$20/hr
Hi! I'm Samara, and I'm passionate about providing thoughtful, reliable care for children of all ages and abilities. I'm currently pursuing a Master's in Healthcare Administration and have hands-on experience as a Behavior Technician working with children diagnosed with Autism, ranging from ages 3 to 19. This role has deepened...
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CNA

Shelton, CT

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
home modification
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello. I'm a certified nursing assistant /CNA/DCS Worker. I have over 20 years+ experience. I also have worked in nursing homes, assisted living and hospitals. I have work in private home and facilities. I also work with special needs adult and children I have experience caring for Dementia , Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Cancer,...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.60/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 1.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Derby, CT

Special Needs Caregivers in Derby, CT are rated 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Jennice D.

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...

- Katie S.

Michelle K.

Michelle is an incredibly hard working, kind, and empathetic person. Her calm presence and fun-loving nature makes her a wonderful choice...

- Elizabeth K.

Eugenia G.

Jeannie was a blessing to our family! Thank you for being a great support in transporting our 4-year-old daughter to and from Daycare/School...

- Katherine R.

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