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Find special needs caregivers in Farmington, CT that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in Farmington, CT
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years
Special needs caregivers in Farmington, CT
5.0
(1)
My friends daughter was very special needs and I would spend a lot of time playing with her and I would help to feed her and give her medicine anytime it was needed. I love to help kids who can't help themselves. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old so I have almost 7 years of experience. I have my own reliable car...
5.0
"She is a very bubbly, fun person. She loves children and enjoys playing with them. She is very caring and watches for any sign of distress in the children."
Nichole L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Sam and I have over 10 years of experience in babysitting and special needs care. I am a mental health counselor specializing in children's behavioral health and have significant experience working with children of all ages and abilities. Specifically, I have worked with children with ADHD, ODD, depression,...
Sam can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She has helped out with Vacation Bible School and in the church nursery. She is very good with children. Dependable, mature, caring and loving. I've watched her grow up into a very responsible teen. I would definitely hire her to watch our children here at the...
Cynthia D.
Elaine B.
Farmington, CT
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Caregiver Available, Retired Registered Nurse
I have worked as a Registered Nurse for hospital-based patients for many years, from newborns to geriatric patients. I have also done two years of home care experience with children and adults.
Hi! I am 32 years old. I have my Master's Degree in Elementary Education from Fairfield University and certified to teach K-6th Grade. My Bachelor's Degree is in Psychology. In addition to my graduate program, I took coursework in Early Childhood Education. I have experience working with Preschoolers and special needs students....
Anastasia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lena and I am a preschool teacher who is looking to nanny. I have been working as a preschool teacher for 15 years and just completed my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I absolutely love children - I have raised two that are now in college and have worked as a teacher since I was 22 years old. I...
Lena can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Suzanne E.
Berlin, CT
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, there!
I'm an experienced caregiver and companion comfortable with special needs children and adults. I'm certified through DDS for individualized day and personal support. I'm generally available for part time or occasional requests.
Please feel free to contact me to discuss your situation and see if we could be a good fit....
Suzanne can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Suzanne has a loving and thoughtful approach to everything she does in life, and especially to the children she works with. It is important to her to build a relationship with each child individually, and she does that while simultaneously holding children...
Anna R.
Ramona H.
Rocky Hill, CT
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My Name is Ramona and I am available for a one time sittings!
Some background about me is I've been working in childcare for roughly 5 years. Since 2020 I have worked with multiple families as a nanny, on a schedule or on an as needed basis. I have taken a plethora of college classes pertaining to children such as early...
Ramona can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great experience. My child liked them. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I'm a mother of 2 grown children and a grandmother of two. I was class Mom for both of my children during their 5-12th grade. Children love me. I'm very active yet calm, focused and kind. I've cared for 4 special needs patients this year and am educated in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as other methods of care.
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Andrea watched our child for a few months to bridge us to day care. She's very attentive and loved to stay active with our very busy girl."
Melissa L.
Holli D.
Bristol, CT
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Looking To Care For Your Child(ren) F/T Or P/T
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Holli. I have a degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education as well as some graduate courses completed. I have experience in a variety of classrooms with children from preschool through fifth grade and I have nannied/babysat for children ranging from newborn to 10 years of age. I spent a year volunteering...
Holli can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Holli was my Nanny for many years. She is a smart, dependable and is great with children. Her exceptional knowledge with child education Enables her to also be an educator so the child learns while exploring the world they are in . She is always going above and...
Kylie O.
Alyssa I.
Terryville, CT
$25-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Ever since I was 16 years old I started working at a nursing home doing dietary aid. My mother is an RN and works there as well. Over the years I have learned so much about being around people who need extra care. I am responsible, and respectful, I cook and clean and I love a good chat. I have my own vehicle and I don't mind...
Dian F.
West Hartford, CT
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My Name is Dian, I worked with the Seniors population for 20 years. I have had experience working with dementia patients, patients with colostomy care, mobility needs, medication reminders just to name a few. needs, I also worked with students with special needs for over 33 years. Helping others is my passion. I am from a large...
Dian can also help with: Companionship, specialized care, personal care, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Caring with a difference. Personality to have and to hold"
Carolyn C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a third-year nursing student at the University of Saint Joseph with a strong passion for working with children. As a member of the honors program at USJ, I have taken several child development and med courses. I am CPR certified for both children and infants through the American Heart Association. I have extensive...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth has been a wonderful babysitter/nanny for our 2 and 6 year olds. She really connects with the children, and puts in a lot of effort in tending to their individual (often chaotic) needs. She is super friendly, communicative, and dependable. Very highly...
Isaac C.
Dian F.
West Hartford, CT
$18-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello , my name is Dian. I have been working in the field of Special Education and with Seniors for 33 years. I am passionate about helping others to improve their quality of life. I am dedicated, caring, honest and a great team player. I am looking forward to speaking with you and to share more of my skill set.
Genienne G.
Southington, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
*UPDATE * Hello all. I have a full time Nanny job that I love so I am not looking at this time. Thanks!
I have 20 years experience in childcare and special needs. Newborn to high school age. I have worked in Special Education and have prior Nanny experience. I feel working with children is such an important and rewarding job. I...
5.0
"Genienne was so helpful being able to cover a last-minute afternoon with my 3 year old. He felt immediately comfortable (and so did I) and they had a great time together. Highly recommend, and we hope to see Genienne again!"
Care member
Silvana C.
Hartford, CT
$20-33/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Love The People Who Need More Care, Help, Love. I Like To Learn Different Things.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is silvanaI I offer my services like caregiver. 3 years of experience. I have car car and drivers license. I am very kind, sweet, lovely, caring, compassionate. Let me know if you are interested
5.0
"Among the many candidates that I have interviewed, Silvana stood out as the best candidate for the services that I requested for our baby's gender reveal party. Silvana is professional, punctual, and delivers as per the expectations. I have decided to hire Silvana...
Wilfried T.
Chelsea R.
Berlin, CT
$17-25/hr
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am very reliable, trustworthy and patient. I love just being able to help and watch children grow and learn. This is a great experience because I can see them develop into the person that they will be one day. I can also help them learn and grow.
4.0
"Chelsea responded quickly and was professional and sweet."
Jennifer S.
5.0
(1)
I love to help parents with every aspect of child care and homemaking. Everyone needs and extra pair of helping hands from time to time to make a busy life work!
5.0
"We hire Suzanne several times a year to house sit and care for our dog when we travel, She's top of the line, as far as we're concerned: trustworthy, upbeat, professional, flexible, great with dogs, goes above and beyond. Not only that, she's truly pleasant and is...
Jama C.
Kristen M.
West Hartford, CT
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Excited To Help You With Your Children!
4.5
(8)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hi families, my name is Kristen, and I am a seasoned nanny ready to help you with your young children. I have extensive experience caring for children of all ages, as well as with families of multiples(most recently with toddler twins), and children with special needs.
I am an older nanny I suppose, but do not let my age deter...
Kristen can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kristen has been fantastic at watching our 18 month old son, especially with the challenges of COVID. He gets a big grin on his face and rushes to her every morning. Kristen has also managed to consistently find new events and activities to bring him to that are...
Tucker W.
Sandra W.
New Britain, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Good day! Well, I started out working with autistic and developmentally disabled teens in California. I also worked at the YWCA with children K through 5 before and after school as a teacher. Some of the students attending were autistic or had ADHD. Now I am a behavior therapist working with autistic children one on one in the...
5.0
"Sandra takes her work seriously and was so wonderful with my mother that was in her 90s and had dementia. She always engaged in conversation and made sure she ate and took her meds. My mom passed in 2013 at age 94 and am glad Sandra was there to help when I had to...
Anna B.
5.0
(1)
I am a teacher at a program called Creative Me LLC located in New Haven CT. I have been working there with children of all ethnicity for two years! I treat my children as if they're mine and want the absolute best for them and others.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Farmington, CT
Sam O.
5.0
She is a very bubbly, fun person. She loves children and enjoys playing with them. She is very caring and watches for any sign of distress in the children.
- Nichole L.
Sam O.
5.0
She has helped out with Vacation Bible School and in the church nursery. She is very good with children. Dependable, mature, caring and loving. I've watched her grow up into a very responsible teen. I would definitely hire her to watch our children here at the church.
- Cynthia D.
Suzanne E.
5.0
Suzanne has been our son's nanny for more than a year. She's reliable and on time, and is always willing to be flexible, lend a hand around the house, or stay late if needed. She's great with our big dog too, and even checked on our house and was thoughtful and caring enough to leave us a...
- Kristy M.
Ramona H.
5.0
Ramona is excellent - our kids had a lot of fun and she is prompt and a great communicator.
- Care member
Andrea K.
5.0
Andrea watched our child for a few months to bridge us to day care. She's very attentive and loved to stay active with our very busy girl.
- Melissa L.
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