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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in East Haven, CT

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in East Haven, CT

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Barbara P.


East Haven, CT

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Developmental Disabilities Worker

5.0

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I am a retired 2021 DDS Developmental Ct Disabilities Worker 2 of over 35 years. I have extensive experience with the Developmentally Challenged . I enjoy working with individuals with special needs. I find it rewarding and love making a positive difference in their lives. Guaranteed Care With A Loving Heart.
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Maegan M.


East Haven, CT

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

In the past, I have cared for two special needs children, age 5-7. Some of the duties included: diapering, dressing, monitoring behavior, feeding, and the usual playing and keeping the kids busy. I have also babysat a variety of aged children over the past 5 years. I have experience with children from infant to 12 years old.
Maegan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
I'm Geni! I enjoy taking care of people and I always have. As a child I would take care of my grandma as everybody else would be working. That included toileting, bathing, feeding, helping with medication, helping her move around and translating. As I got older I found myself continuing to take care of people to I was CPR and...

Samia C.


East Haven, CT

$18/hr1 yrs exp

My Name Is Mia. I'm 18 And A Teachers Assistant.

I work full time as a teachers assistant and work with special needs children. I am a certified teachers assistant. I will be looking for a summer nannying job while my students are on break. I am also CPR, AED, and first aid certified. And have lots of experience with kids. I work great with ages 6 and up.
Samia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Morgan L.


Milford, CT

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

ABOUT ME Creative, high energy, and compassionate caregiver. I'm a good listener, with the empathy to discern client needs, especially for those who are nonverbal or under emotional distress. Resourceful planner with good communication skills who can hit the floor running on day one. People person - whether older geriatric group...
5.0
"She loves children of all ages and has worked with special needs grandchild - she has a gift with this population."

Holly B.

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Christopher G.


Woodbridge, CT

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My experience as a special needs caregiver has been enlightening. I have had the privilege as a C. N. A. taking care of many individuals with many disabilities and look forward to continuing my experience in doing so giving dignity and respect to those I help. Thank you for your consideration, I look forward to contact me.
5.0
"Chris was awesome with my adult brother with disabilities! We spoke on the phone and answered several questions. He arrived early which gave us plenty of time to go over the routines. He followed instructions to the T! My brother can be rowdy and rambunctious...

Norm S.

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Rachel R.


North Branford, CT

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Hello!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Rachel! I'm 28 years old and graduated in 2016 with a degree in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies. Experience: I've babysat for families with multiple kids ranging from 2 months - 14 years old. I've worked as a camp counselor, and as a social skills group facilitator for kids with Autism and...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel has been wonderful with our 15-month-old daughter! We needed a nanny for five weeks and she has been very caring and thoughtful with her. She’s an excellent communicator and has been flexible with us. So happy to have found her!"

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Sarah S.


Branford, CT

$17-30/hr8 yrs exp

Extensive Experience With Special Needs

For 8 years I lived and worked in intentional communities for people with developmental disabilities. I've helped people use the restroom, bath, feed themselves, supported at work, home skills and more. I've worked with verbal and nonverbal people too.
5.0
"We met Sarah while looking for someone to care for our dogs while my partner and I were away for a week. I found her attentive and thoughtful energy to be relieving as we haven't been away from our pups for this long! She managed wonderfully with our dog's daily...

erin B.

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Katelyn P.


Orange, CT

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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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Nicollette S.


Hamden, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Nicollette and I am excellent with children! I consider myself patient, professional and having a sharp eye for details. I am experienced with potty training, children with special needs, enjoy outdoorsy activities, help with homework, love music! You name it! My goal is to meet awesome families and provide...
Nicollette can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Rachael T.


Branford, CT

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rachael, and I am graduating Vanderbilt University with my M. Ed. this May. I am a certified elementary and special education teacher. I am able and willing to care for children with special needs or behavioral challenges. In general, I have a lot of experience taking care of children. I have worked for one family...
Rachael can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachael has been our six year old’s reading tutor for almost a year and I can’t sing her praises enough. She is so so good at what she does. Knowledgeable, creative, responsive, effective, and relentlessly positive. She is incredibly talented."

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Nohemi B.


Milford, CT

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience with a preteen boy with Paranoia, ODD, general anxiety, depression, PTSD and slight psychosis. The sibling was also diagnosed with separation anxiety and PTSD. Father had Asperger's Syndrome. I went through training on emotional intelligence and parenting provided by social workers during two years...
5.0
"Nohemi worked over a year for my 2 1/2 year old. She was patient yet firm and playful and fun. She worked on both Spanish and English with my daughter and participated when we had our speech therapist visits. Nohemi was respectful and truly cared for our daughter....

Susan P.

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Cathleen L.


Milford, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Personable, Reliable, Affordable, Committed to helping when I can. Errands, light house cleaning, transportation, grocery store trips, pharmacy trips , light meal prep, all phases and conditions of pet care, elderly or special needs companionship /outings. I am also a licensed hairdresser of 32 years willing to do home visits...
5.0
"Cathy is a wonderful caring person. Anyone would be lucky to have her help!"

Deb K.

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Rachel R.


North Branford, CT

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Calm, Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Rachel! I'm 25 years old and graduated in 2016 with a degree in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies. Experience: I've babysat for families with multiple kids ranging from 8 months - 16 years old, including those Autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder. I've worked as a social skills group...
5.0
"Rachel is a phenomenal caregiver. She treats others with the utmost respect, is timely, and has a sincerely positive outlook that is very encouraging. She is responsible and keeps focused at the task at hand all while being present and insightful. Any family...

Tessa G.

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Kassidy P.


Milford, CT

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kassidy. I am 25 years old and work as a 911 dispatcher. I currently live in Milford and love it! I'm looking for a part time or full time babysitting job. I am the oldest of 6 brothers and 1 sister, so caring for children comes naturally to me. I previously worked at a day care caring for children ranging from...
Kassidy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I highly recommend Kassidy to any family looking for a babysitter. She has a natural talent with children and parents can have total peace of mind while they are away from their kids. She is extremely patient, reliable, trustworthy, and can handle any situation big...

Mary G.

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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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Jennifer D.


Milford, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Experience With Children With Special Needs.

I have experience in adls feeding changing and transfers. I have years experience in private homecare. very reliable. own child has autism
Hi! I have experience mostly with teenagers on the autism spectrum and I was previously a tutor for children with learning disorders. I am also First aid/CPR certified along with my Épi pen certification.
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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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Erin D S.


Milford, CT

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapy Assistant

I have worked as an occupational therapy assistant for 25 years. I am also a registered yoga teacher and currently work with children from walking age to age 11 as a youth fitness coach. The majority of my career I have worked in sub-acute/short-term/long-term rehab/mental health. I am very passionate about helping individuals...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Haven, CT

Morgan L.

5.0

She loves children of all ages and has worked with special needs grandchild - she has a gift with this population.

- Holly B.

Christopher G.

5.0

Christopher is very kind and professional in handling everything he has helped my son with. He goes above and and beyond and we feel very comfortable with him in the home.

- Carol A.

Rachel R.

5.0

Rachel has been wonderful with our 15-month-old daughter! We needed a nanny for five weeks and she has been very caring and thoughtful with her. She’s an excellent communicator and has been flexible with us. So happy to have found her!

- Care member

Sarah S.

5.0

We met Sarah while looking for someone to care for our dogs while my partner and I were away for a week. I found her attentive and thoughtful energy to be relieving as we haven't been away from our pups for this long! She managed wonderfully with our dog's daily medicines and brought in our...

- erin B.

Rachael T.

5.0

Rachael was fantastic! She provided great care to our twin toddlers and newborn. I would definitely hire her again! Thank you Rachael!

- Dylan K.

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