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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Gales Ferry, CT

The average rate is $16/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Gales Ferry, CT

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Joann R.


Gales Ferry, CT

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver

5.0

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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...
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Joann R.


Gales Ferry, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver.

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:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"The best ever! Joann provides the type of care you expect from an NAEYC accredited facility. Top notch! She instantly created a bond with my son, because she is committed to making him her focus. I truly appreciate her flexibility in my scheduling, and her...

Marina R.

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Allison W.


Gales Ferry, CT

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Certified Special Education Teacher Available For Part-time Care

Hello! I am a Certified K-12 Special Education Teacher taking a break from the classroom after the birth of my son. I have worked with diversely able children who require a variety of special assistance, ranging from behavioral support to physical aid over the past five years as an educator. I pride myself on my ability to meet...
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Joyce P.


Gales Ferry, CT

$20/hr10 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: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, respite care
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Sara R.


Uncasville, CT

$20/hr10 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"- [ ] 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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Mariah M.


Norwich, CT

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

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: Mobility assistance, specialized care, companionship, dementia, personal care
Skills:

CNA

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Heather K.


Norwich, CT

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Educated Professional

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, light cleaning, meal prep
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.

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Dawn V.


Waterford, CT

$10-15/hr10 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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Jamie L.


Norwich, CT

$20/hr9 yrs exp

I Ensure That Your Children Are In Safe Hands, While Providing A Fun And Stimulating Environment.

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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jamie has been such a blessing for my son and I. I was looking for someone to watch my son for 2 hours each morning and drive him to daycare, and I am so glad to have found her. She comes early in the morning and helps prep and pack my son’s breakfast and lunch...

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Sarah O.


Ledyard, CT

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

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 :).
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Mariah M.


Norwich, CT

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

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Julia C.


New London, CT

$18-25/hr15 yrs exp

Former Children's Museum Educator With Tons Of Caretaking Experience

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I am the eldest of 13 Cousins and have been baby sitting for as long as I can remember unofficially, and in a more formal capacity. I have experience caring for newborns all the way up to middle schoolers, and I have a great deal of experience with special needs and spectrum children as well. I am comfortable one on one as well...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Very happy with her. She was on time and the baby liked her. "

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Courtney S.


Oakdale, CT

$18-25/hr10 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: Personal care, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Kallie W.


Norwich, CT

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Creator

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience as a camp counselor. I love being outside and planning activities that are fun for children of all ages. I can help with grocery shopping and cleaning up or whatever else you may need. Comfortable with children of all ages and/or have special needs! I most recently cared for a 5-year-old boy with CP...
Kallie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello! My name is Leana. I've been a licensed practical nurse for the last 5 years. Prior to that I was a caregiver for special needs adults as well as a nanny for a family in Barrington for 3 years. I have experience with children ages 3 months to 12 years old. Im also available for light house work, laundry, cooking and...
Leana can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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.
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've been doing home care for about 4 years now. I have experience with hospice, dementia, special needs, etc.
Sophia can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Emily E.


New London, CT

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

I am a certified teacher from infant to prek in Massachusetts. I have an updated first aid and CPR certification. I'm a psychology student who is also working as an ABA therapist going through the training to receive my RBT certification.
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Angelle S.


New London, CT

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello!

I have 2 years of professional experience caring for children w/ special needs, as well as 8 years of personal experience. I was a Behavioral Tech. who cared for folks with ASD who often had other comorbidities, & provided behavioral therapy as well as teach fine motor skills, daily life skills, etc. I am CPR certified,...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gales Ferry, CT

Joann R.

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 searching online for...

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Sara R.

5.0

- [ ] 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 the NICU to his lasting severe...

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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.

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.

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.

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Ratings for Gales Ferry, CT special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Gales Ferry, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.