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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in East Lyme, CT

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in East Lyme, CT

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Emily H.


East Lyme, CT

$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Summer Full Time Caregiver/babysitter/nanny Available

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Hello families, My name is Emily and I am 29 years old and have both and undergraduate degree in human development and family studies and a masters degree in school psychology. I have worked with children of all ages from infants as young as 3 months to students with special needs age 20+ that have aged out of k-12 education,...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Isabelle E.


East Lyme, CT

$20-21/hr • 4 yrs exp

I am currently a Behavior technician and attending school for my Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis. I have been working with children on spectrum for 7 years and working in a professional setting with a variety of disabilities for 4 years. I would love to help you and your families in any way possible.
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Laura B.


East Lyme, CT

$28-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

I am an experienced early childhood teacher with a passion for educating today's youth looking to obtain a position allowing me to utilize my experience and understanding of early childhood development and learning techniques in a home setting. As an adept creator of comprehensive and well-rounded curriculums that meets...
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Sara R.


Uncasville, CT

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable And Energetic

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years experience as an instructional assistant in an elementary school working with children from ages 3 to 11, including special needs. I have 2 grown children and a 19-month-old grandchild that I've cared for since birth. I am looking for a long term position in which I am able to watch your children grow and get to...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

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"- [ ] Sara has been our nanny since October. She quickly became part of our family helping care for our 2 year old intermittently and then full time with our son who was born in December. Our son had challenging GI issues and Sara stepped right in from him being in...

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Kathryn N.


Old Saybrook, CT

$10-15/hr

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Although I have not directly assisted a special needs person, doesn't mean I don't have tons of experience with it. Throughout middle school and high school I watched my dear friend live with multiple learning and physical difficulties. We met in my study skills class, because I too have learning disabilities; ADD and Dyslexia....
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Dawn V.


Waterford, CT

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible Full-Time Child Care Provider/Nanny

I have experience working with children with some challenges. I have experience in learning, social and emotional fields.
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Ellen J.


East Haddam, CT

$22-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hello! My life experience and professional experience is mainly with children, but I recently began visiting the elderly through church and learned how rewarding this line of work can be. I enjoy talking with elderly people and learning from their life experiences. In my work with children and those with special needs, I have...
Ellen can also help with: Errands, respite care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation & more
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Rosaly M.


New London, CT

$45/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have worked in Group home and recently graduated Nursing school. Im familiar with meal preparations, transportations (ADLs) for clients. I'm willing to drive the client to and from appointments, organize and male appointment as well. Im well orientated on redirecting young adults and children. Every child is unique and have...
I have years of experience from working in group homes to working in personal clients homes. I would love to help someone in need. I would also like to learn new things and experience new things and I have a perfect reference for my last client that I was caring for who unfortunately passed away.
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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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Desiree E.


Waterford, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider (Live-in or out)

My name is Desiree. I am 31 years old from NLC. A little about me... I worked as a para-professional through out college with special needs children as well as served as a in home care giver for a 60-year-old women suffering from lupus. I've worked as an in home nanny out of college for a few years before starting the job I have...
Desiree can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, personal care & more
Hello! I'm Hayley, an experienced and compassionate caregiver with a strong background in caring for children. Having grown up with a brother on the autism spectrum, I've developed a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by children with autism. My approach is individualized, patient, and nurturing. I...
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Courtney S.


Oakdale, CT

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable, Hardworking Individual Looking For Work!

I have been working with special needs for 15 years. I do my current clients finances, take them to appointments, cook, clean, and help them with their different programs
Courtney can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Mikayla M.


Quaker Hill, CT

$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

After School Care/dog Care/babysitting

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Crafts and Grocery Shopping. certified CNA. Senior in high school. I can drive and have my own car. Have done babysitting. Dog sitting and walking. Familiar with special needs.
Mikayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Ayabulela M.


Niantic, CT

$22-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Aide/ HHA

Hello Fam My name is Ayabulela (Aya) and I'm 29 years old. My first experience caring for those with Special Needs was with my niece. She was born deaf and that gave me a driving force to pursue my studies in Social Work. I'm an advocate for vulnerable groups (children, persons living with disabilities and seniors) and it gives...
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Desiree E.


Waterford, CT

$40/hr • 8 yrs exp

Seasoned & Spirited =)

Hello! My name is Desiree. I am 31 years old. I have been working with children since age 16. A little about me: I worked as a para-professional through out college with special needs children as well as served as a in home care giver for a 60-year-old women suffering from lupus. I've worked as an in home nanny out of college...
Desiree can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Brianna C.


New London, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I began working with children as a mothers helper when I was 8 years old. I eventually got my babysitting certificate and worked my way up to a professional Nanny. I have also worked as an aide for children with special needs for Cheshire Public Schools Board of Education. I am now 26 and caring for my sweet baby boy, who's 16...
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
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Emily M.


East Haddam, CT

$40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Emily

I'd describe my personality as happy, outgoing and uplifting! I like caring for seniors because they are a wealth of information and always have so much to offer us younger folks if we give them the time and open our minds. I'm looking for a job that allows me to help an elderly person on a daily basis. I started caring...
Emily can also help with: Home modification, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

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Kara F.


New London, CT

$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced in caregiving and quick to learn. Kind, compassionate, creative, intuitive, musical. Detail oriented and organized. My experience comes from caring for my sister who sustained a brain injury in 2012 and became wheelchair bound and non-verbal. She has lived with my mother since 2015. My mother is a registered nurse...
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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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