Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Groton, CT

I have experience with special needs care from being a special needs paraprofessional in public school. I can provide compassion and companionship, along with general care.

Vicki P.

$16-19/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mother Of 6, Grandmother Of 17

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm an extremely active, fun-loving mother of 6 (now adult) children and 17 grandchildren. I enjoy outdoor activities, creative play, helping out around the house and just generally caring for others. I'm an avid gardener and enjoy sharing my love for nature with both children and adults. I'm excited to spend my days seeing the...

Vicki can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

CPR

Samantha C.

New London, CT

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked with children/adults that have developmental disabilities and/or behavioral health. I enjoy learning what best supports the person to give them the best quality of life! I love helping all and embrace everything that makes us different.

Riley D.

$17/hr

Part Time Babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have varied experience and love working with animals, children, the elderly, and special needs people. I have both paid and unpaid experience with babysitting. After high school, I volunteered at a program where I shadowed the caregiver of a special needs woman. I worked with them for a couple of years. I used to volunteer at...

Riley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep

5.0

"Riley is very personable with my two kids age 9 and 6 years. He's willing to try new things like going out on a paddle board for the first time, and other outdoor activities. My kids love him! He has a flexible schedule at this time which has been helpful to us....

Jennifer T.

Danielle W.

Ledyard, CT

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have watched children from the age of 14. I have worked in a daycare for a few years as well. I got a early childhood education certificate from Three Rivers. I am also a mother of three great kids. When my kids were all in school I was a special needs preschool para for 4 years.

Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep

Riley D.

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part Time Companion

Riley can also help with: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep & more

Riley D.

$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs

Margaret B.

Mystic, CT

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Have Worked With Clients Having Brain Disorders Various Forms Of Dementia And Changes In Mobility

At times people with special needs tend to be overlooked and difficult to find care. They require different needs to that of a person needing routine care. I am always concerned about their care and feel I can make a small difference in their lives. Having a family member who had special needs. Have experience in acute care...

Mariah M.

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

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, dementia, mobility assistance, personal care, specialized care

Skills:

CNA

Courtney G.

Wood River Junction, RI

$20-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable, Experienced Care Provider

5.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Courtney. I live in Richmond with my husband and sweet little boys (1 & 3 y/o). I currently work in a daycare center and am the Preschool teacher. I am hoping to find a family that I can care for on Fridays. During the day or date night! Date nights can start immediately - days can start end of June. Things I...

Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep

Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0

"Courtney loved and cared for my kids as if they were her own! She has a ton of experience with different age groups so I found her to be an excellent resource especially when my kids were going through different phases!"

Allison R.

Kathryn N.

Old Saybrook, CT

$10-15/hr

Part Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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....

Emily H.

East Lyme, CT

$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Summer Full Time Caregiver/babysitter/nanny Available

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision

Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Mariah M.

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

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: 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.

Heather K.

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Educated Professional

5.0

(3)

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: Light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Heather was very reliable and provided excellent care to my son. I requested her help in a pinch and I won’t hesitate to request her help again"

Care member

Jamie L.

$20/hr • 9 yrs exp

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

5.0

(5)

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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"I have known Jamie since she was 16, when she started to baby sit my son for me. He is nonverbal and lower functioning and let me just say how incredibly thankful I was that I found someone who didn’t treat him any differently! We have continued to use her over the...

Care member

Lacy A.

Jewett City, CT

$17-21/hr

Friendly Disposition

I work at an Elementary with special needs students. I can be prepared for whatever mood they may have with hopes it may change. I am very kind and caring and take pride in doing a good job with any employment I have had.

Lacy can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation

Wilson T.

Jewett City, CT

$20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Compassionate And Trustworthy Companion

Recently retired. I find helping people very gratifying. I have been married for 20 years and have two grown children that no longer need my constant supervision. I am bilingual and speak fluent Portuguese. I am reliable and friendly. I Worked 6 years at Caring Community where I took care of special needs clients. Some of my...

Wilson can also help with: Dementia, respite care

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: Companionship, errands, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance & more

Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Rachel F.

Ashaway, RI

$20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Over the years caring for others has been my passion. I love to make a difference and to always be there to help! Before obtaining my CNA I was working with prospectives, which was a very rewarding job and the reason I went for my CNA certification!

Laura B.

East Lyme, CT

$28-30/hr • 7 yrs exp