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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hamden, CT

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Hamden, CT

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Jill B.


New Haven, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Shoreline Special Needs Care Available

5.0

(1)

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My background includes infants, multiples and classroom up to teen age. I specialize in autism and diabetes. I am CPR and First Aid certified.
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Rachael T.


Branford, CT

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rachael, and I am graduating Vanderbilt University with my M. Ed. this May. I am a certified elementary and special education teacher. I am able and willing to care for children with special needs or behavioral challenges. In general, I have a lot of experience taking care of children. I have worked for one family...
Rachael can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachael was instrumental in helping my son boost his reading skills. Her ability to make the work “fun” and her encouraging feedback was pivotal to him not only reading at grade level but surpassing that to now reading a full grade above standards. I’d highly...

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Pauline C.


Seymour, CT

$15-32/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Babysitter/Helper Available

4.1

(7)

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

I have been watching children since high school. I did that for three years. After high school, I taught 2 and 3-years-old's in Sunday school. I also worked with a before and after-school program with children (from kindergarten to grade five) for a year (and was the site's leader). After a few years passed, I got married to a...
Pauline can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Pauline was amazing with our children. She is punctual and dependable. Our kids look forward to going to her home. "

Aaron C.

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Katelyn P.


Orange, CT

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the past four years I have had a ton of experience with Special needs children. I have cared for two children who are physically handicapped witch helped me become more experienced with individuals who struggle with mobility. I have also worked with many individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Through being chosen to volunteer...
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Rachel R.


North Branford, CT

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Calm, Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Rachel! I'm 25 years old and graduated in 2016 with a degree in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies. Experience: I've babysat for families with multiple kids ranging from 8 months - 16 years old, including those Autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder. I've worked as a social skills group...
5.0
"Rachel is a phenomenal caregiver. She treats others with the utmost respect, is timely, and has a sincerely positive outlook that is very encouraging. She is responsible and keeps focused at the task at hand all while being present and insightful. Any family...

Tessa G.

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Rocio G.


West Haven, CT

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very reliable patient and creative person with more them 5 years of experience caring for children I will give the appropriate care and I am willing to do any other additional task if is requested..
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Cassidy C.


West Haven, CT

$22-28/hr7 yrs exp

Hello!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have many years of experience working with kids and adults with disabilities. I have worked three summers at a camp for people with disabilities and got to meet so many amazing people through it. I also have worked as a personal care assistant. I love getting to know each person I work with. I have experience working...
5.0
"Cassidy is very caring, conscientious and professional. We enjoy her friendly personality! She has been wonderful helping us meet our disabled family member's weekly needs-- primarily helping her get to the doctor, shopping and appointments."

Nancy P.

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Sarah S.


Branford, CT

$17-30/hr8 yrs exp

Extensive Experience With Special Needs

For 8 years I lived and worked in intentional communities for people with developmental disabilities. I've helped people use the restroom, bath, feed themselves, supported at work, home skills and more. I've worked with verbal and nonverbal people too.
5.0
"We met Sarah while looking for someone to care for our dogs while my partner and I were away for a week. I found her attentive and thoughtful energy to be relieving as we haven't been away from our pups for this long! She managed wonderfully with our dog's daily...

erin B.

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Linda G.


Naugatuck, CT

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Linda's Blessed Hand's

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My experiences as a Caregiver has given me the opportunity to learn about the personal needs of others. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situation. I have experience with Paraplegic, Mental Health Population, Cerebral Palsy, Children, Elderly, Physical Disabilities, Intellectual...
5.0
"Linda learns quickly. She is respectful, joyful and energetic. She engages my daughter and makes her smile and laugh. She is loving and attentive to needs as well as intuitively connecting with her by sharing news of her day, funny stories or whatever. She is...

Lili K.

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Rachel R.


North Branford, CT

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Hello!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Rachel! I'm 28 years old and graduated in 2016 with a degree in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies. Experience: I've babysat for families with multiple kids ranging from 2 months - 14 years old. I've worked as a camp counselor, and as a social skills group facilitator for kids with Autism and...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel has been wonderful with our 15-month-old daughter! We needed a nanny for five weeks and she has been very caring and thoughtful with her. She’s an excellent communicator and has been flexible with us. So happy to have found her!"

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Jennice D.


West Haven, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible Yet Fun Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 45-year-old mother of 3. I have worked with children for most of my adult life. I have experience with children of all ages and abilities. I previously owned my own home daycare and have worked in various elementary schools supporting both typical and children with special needs. My school background has provided me with...
Jennice can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jenny has been with our family since our daughter was 6 weeks old. In these last 18 months she has been a beyond amazing care provider and friend to our daughter and us. She is always reliable, naturally kind, and has given C. more love and nurturing than we could...

Katie S.

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Christopher G.


Woodbridge, CT

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My experience as a special needs caregiver has been enlightening. I have had the privilege as a C. N. A. taking care of many individuals with many disabilities and look forward to continuing my experience in doing so giving dignity and respect to those I help. Thank you for your consideration, I look forward to contact me.
5.0
"Chris was awesome with my adult brother with disabilities! We spoke on the phone and answered several questions. He arrived early which gave us plenty of time to go over the routines. He followed instructions to the T! My brother can be rowdy and rambunctious...

Norm S.

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Vanessa C.


Seymour, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have many years experience as a Nanny. I've worked in an in-home daycare, a daycare center, and as a private Nanny. I've worked with children ages 4 months through 12 years old, including multiples at once. I also have several nieces and a nephew (with special needs) that I enjoy spending time with and caring for. I am a fun,...
Vanessa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Vanessa was a wonderful caregiver to our infant son for four months this spring. He absolutely loved her and she was so attentive to him! She got him on a great schedule, played with him all of the time, and always let us know if he had a little fever or anything...

Morgan W.

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Enid C.


New Haven, CT

$20-21/hr4 yrs exp

I worked 2 years for an agency that provided childcare for working parents. I provided a safe environment where they can learn and grow. I helped out with special needs children in my personal time and I learned how to be empathetic from an early age.
Enid can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sara U.


New Haven, CT

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Job

Hi, I am a growing mother to my beautiful daughter one is four months and one 3-12. Before being a mother, I worked the Board of Education for several years as a behavior therapist. I am more than happy to provide references. I Always like to come to work with a smile on my face! No matter how bad my days might be I always put...
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Sherlike F.


New Haven, CT

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child care

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have 23- years of experience as a nanny and teacher. I have two adopted boys ages 7 and 8- years old. My biological son is 15 years old. I have my Bachelor's degree is in Psychology and my Master's degree in Special Education. I have experience caring for newborns, to age 12 and have worked for multiple families in New York...
Sherlike can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jennifer C.


North Haven, CT

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Education Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello- I am a certified Special Education teacher. I have been teaching at ACES in Hamden for 25 years. I am the Mom of a 17 and 16-year-old. I have over 25 years of experience doing respite care for families of people with a range of disabilities. I currently teach students 18-21 years of age. I love my job and look forward to...
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Diana M.


Orange, CT

$15-50/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have had some experience working with students with special needs. My school year job is at Hamden Transitional Academy located on the campus of Southern Connecticut State University. I work with students ages 18-22 with a range of disabilities. My job as a peer mentor is to help the students become more independent and learn...
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Kimberly M.


New Haven, CT

$17-30/hr1 yrs exp

Always Respect Your Elders; They Have So Much Wisdom And Experience To Share!

I have spent about one year working in Home Care with senior citizens while I was enrolled in university. At that point, I had gotten into the school system and began working with special needs children. Working with home care was rewarding in so many different ways. Seniors generally feel down on themselves because they can't...
Kimberly can also help with: Personal care, respite care, home modification
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Sara U.


New Haven, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Looking For Part-time Work During The Week Monday Through Friday.

Hello, I live in East Haven Connecticut and I am willing to commute within 15 miles I graduated from Springfield College in May of 2023 with my masters in social work. In July 2023 I became a licensed practicing social worker. I have worked in the human service field for the last 15 years. My experiences as a caregiver ranges...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hamden, CT

Rachael T.

5.0

Rachael was fantastic! She provided great care to our twin toddlers and newborn. I would definitely hire her again! Thank you Rachael!

- Dylan K.

Pauline C.

5.0

We spoke with Pauline on the phone - excellent communication, very efficient, and very helpful. We didn't hire Pauline only because our plans changed but she would have been a good fit for our needs; we will keep her in favorites for possible future job opportunities.

- Doug M.

Rachel R.

5.0

Rachel is a phenomenal caregiver. She treats others with the utmost respect, is timely, and has a sincerely positive outlook that is very encouraging. She is responsible and keeps focused at the task at hand all while being present and insightful. Any family would be lucky to share their days...

- Tessa G.

Cassidy C.

5.0

Cassidy is very caring, conscientious and professional. We enjoy her friendly personality! She has been wonderful helping us meet our disabled family member's weekly needs-- primarily helping her get to the doctor, shopping and appointments.

- Nancy P.

Sarah S.

5.0

We met Sarah while looking for someone to care for our dogs while my partner and I were away for a week. I found her attentive and thoughtful energy to be relieving as we haven't been away from our pups for this long! She managed wonderfully with our dog's daily medicines and brought in our...

- erin B.

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

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Hamden, CT are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.