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60 special needs caregivers are listed in East Lyme, CT
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years
Special needs caregivers in East Lyme, CT
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. It is a passion of mine to help others. I have experience with adaptive equipment, and special needs.
Mariah can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, specialized care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
I have many years experience as a nurse aide and caregiver. I've worked with all different kinds of special needs patients. I have been CPR and first aid certified. I'm also a mother of 5 :).
Jamie L.
Norwich, CT
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
I Ensure That Your Children Are In Safe Hands, While Providing A Fun And Stimulating Environment.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am new to Care. com; however, I am not new to childcare or pet care! I am married and have three beautiful stepdaughters (ages 16, 9, and 7) as well as a precious baby of my own (4 months). I am also the fur mom of two dogs and two cats.
I love crafts, baking, and making memories, so I have no problem spending the day...
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jamie was very flexible and I hired her when another pet sitter was unable to use my stairs. She tended to our 3 cats, two are quite old and even was able to medicate one for us. She was a delight to work with and would hire her again."
Deborah B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced educated professional available for caregiving positions. I have experience with all ages & special needs individuals. I have over 15 years experience providing all levels of care for individuals from birth till advanced stages of life. I have experience from School Readiness Programs to group homes with individuals...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Heather is a very kind and compassionate person, our Family fell in love with her immediately! I admire her energy and passion for life!"
Erica H.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
It takes a village to raise a child and while many of us resonate with this age old adage, our culture is simply not set up for the modern family to reap the benefits of community support flowing in from all directions. I thrive off creating nurturing bonds with children and engaging with them in authentic and creative ways....
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Katie is incredibly gifted with children. She has tons of experience and wisdom. She will care for your children in a way that allows them to have their feelings, work through conflict, and care for themselves and others. They will be respected and listened to...
Kate V.
Katie L.
Westbrook, CT
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Graduate Student In Early Childhood Special Education, Former Autism Play Therapist : Yoga For Kids Certified
5.0
(2)
Hello,
Katie Liljedahl here and I am a graduate student at UC Denver studying Early Childhood Special Education. I began my work with children with special needs upon graduating college with a BA in English and nannying for a family with three children. The youngest child had cerebellum ataxia and was non ambulatory. I...
5.0
(1)
I am a mother to three children of my own. I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. I have experience with adaptive equipment and multiple special needs. I have a passion for helping others.
Mariah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during unforeseen schedule changes and offered a thorough report on our child's day. If you have a young child they'll be in...
Elaine K.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 15 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
Arielle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Arielle is a very caring and positive person, I would trust her with my own children. "
Nanette W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a professional nanny for over 20 years after working as a legal assistant. I am also a mother and grandmother of two, both attending college. I am originally from Washington State with residency in Connecticut for 13 years; I currently, occasionally take care of the sweetest little boy with autism. It has been a...
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 47 with my Master's in speech-language pathology. I possess strong interpersonal & problem-solving skills developed working in public schools, Birth-3 & now in private homes. I help families with children of all ages maintain organized, supportive & successful lives by assisting with childcare, meals, light housework, &...
4.0
"Danielle puts her heart in the families she is working with. She also has experience with sign language. Danielle acted as a RBT when working with a special needs child conducting programs to shape appropriate behaviors."
Tyana V.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of one and grandmother of two. I have worked as a professional nanny for more than 20 years after working as a legal assistant. I have had many long-term positions - newborns, twin infants, toddler/preschool, school-age and special needs; I am blessed to still see the former families.
I am CPR/First Aid/AED...
Joann can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My wife and I were very lucky to have family available to care for our children while we worked for a long time however, the time inevitably came to search for outside help. We were extremely nervous about what this change, and what to expect with it, and we began...
Care member
Very patient person who loves to take care of others! Graduated as a Medical Assistant, worked as a paraprofessional for years with special needs children, ran an at home daycare while raising my own children. Enjoyed taking care of many family members and friends with medical needs.
Previous experience includes care of all...
Cherie can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have supported children, adults and seniors in many areas of need. I am experienced In yet not limited to medication dispensing, companionship, special needs, autism spectrum, hands on hygiene, bathing needs, wound care, behavior support, home health and hospice care for 25 years. I am certified in CPR and 1st aid. I find this...
Debra can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, home modification, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Deb is a phenomenal caregiver. She’s smart, compassionate and professional. She cares deeply about the person she takes care of. She’s very dependable. Deb took care of my family member. Her care is top notch. I highly recommend her."
Care member
Cassie M.
Pawcatuck, CT
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mature mommy of one 11-yr old daughter.. But have been caring for littles and bigs since my teens, have earned over 24+ early childhood educ. credits, have over 15 years nannying for special needs children and am willing, able and experienced in all aspects of childcare/ homecare/ eldercare / housecleaning (own cleaning biz PT)...
Cassie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm Marrisa, I'm 24, and I'm currently a paraprofessional at a high school working 1:1 with a special needs student. Prior to this job, I worked at a daycare for about 2. 5 years and before that I was at a different daycare for about a year. I was mostly in infant and toddler classrooms, but I have experience with preschool...
Marrisa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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: Mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced care provider with over 25 years of experience caring for both young children and adults with special needs. I currently work part time with individuals with special needs through the state of CT and I am looking for additional care jobs. I provide responsive and nurturing care of young children while...
Cherie G.
Clinton, CT
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very patient person who loves to take care of others! Graduated as a Medical Assistant, worked as a paraprofessional for years with special needs children, ran an at home daycare while raising my own children. Enjoyed taking care of many family members and friends with medical needs.
Previous experience includes care of all...
Joyce P.
Gales Ferry, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Attenders,home Health Aide Available For Housekeeping And Meal Prep And A Nanny
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a CNA for 25 years and a Direct support professional at key humans services , Oak hill and whole life facility I have experience with dementia , Alzheimer's and rehab patients and special needs patients also with traumatic brain injury patients
I love my profession and have a very caring and nurturing personality....
Joyce can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
CNA
I have 2-3 years of professional experience with people who have disabilities through a special needs camp called horizons, along with life experiences with family members who have down's syndrome and autism. I care deeply about people and would love help as much as I can :)
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Lyme, CT
Jamie L.
5.0
Jamie was very flexible and I hired her when another pet sitter was unable to use my stairs. She tended to our 3 cats, two are quite old and even was able to medicate one for us. She was a delight to work with and would hire her again.
- Deborah B.
Heather K.
5.0
Heather is a very kind and compassionate person, our Family fell in love with her immediately! I admire her energy and passion for life!
- Erica H.
Katie L.
5.0
I had the privilege of teaching preschool with Katie at Alphabet Academy. She is kind, creative and passionate about working with children. She always goes above and beyond to support every child in their intellectual curiosity and social emotional growth. Katie is beloved by all of the children...
- Starry K.
Mariah M.
5.0
She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during unforeseen schedule changes and offered a thorough report on our child's day. If you have a young child they'll be in good hands with her!
- Elaine K.
Arielle S.
5.0
Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very much. We look forward to having her...
- Rebecca S.
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