Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

How it works

Share details about your special needs caregiver needs

Match with highly rated local special needs caregivers near you

Compare special needs caregiver options and choose the best fit

Special needs caregivers in Higganum, CT

Kelsey W.'s Photo

Kelsey W.


Killingworth, CT

$17-20/hr2 yrs exp

See profile
Currently I work with two nonverbal autistic adults. I also have experience working with individuals with a variety of psychological diagnoses.
Casey H.'s Photo

Casey H.


Madison, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for almost 15 years and I have experience as a nanny. I've taken multiple early childhood education classes in high school, such as discovering children and nursery school lab, where the students create lesson plans and run a nursery school under the supervision of teachers. I was nominated through the...
Casey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I am looking to obtain a job as your next family helper. I am very creative, humble and patient! I have worked within Connecticut's special needs community for the past nine years as a behavioral therapist. I am currently pursuing my master's degree, in the meantime, I...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Chelsea H.'s Photo

Chelsea H.


Madison, CT

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver- Special Needs Specifically

I am pursuing a degree in psychology-mental health at SCSU right now. I am a junior and have experience in the field. I interned at a day program for adults with traumatic brain injuries, developmental disabilities and visual impairments. My current job is as a life skills instructor for adults with disabilities (most on my...
Gabriella W.'s Photo

Gabriella W.


Madison, CT

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi! My name is Gabby W, and I'm originally from Madison, Connecticut. I graduated from New York University in 2023 with a B. S. in Psychology and will be attending Columbia University in the fall for graduate school. In my free time, I love working out, hiking, reading, cooking, and spending time with friends and family. I truly...
Gabriella can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Michele G.'s Photo

Michele G.


Middletown, CT

$17-20/hr8 yrs exp

Care Provider For Students With Special Needs

I've spent the last eight years working in the Middletown Public School District as a care provider for students who are handicap and require special needs. My job duties included modifying and implementing appropriate academic programs that will suit the needs of each individual student, repositioning and body transfer using a...
I have much experience working for those with special needs. I have worked as a Direct Support Professional for adults with varying levels of developmental disabilities. In addition, the last 3 summers I have spent as a camp counselor for children with life threatening and chronic conditions such as hemophilia, cerebral palsy,...
Leanne O.'s Photo

Leanne O.


Middletown, CT

$35-40/hr6 yrs exp

Hello my name is Leanne! I worked for Goodwill industries for almost seven years as a job coach for the mentally challenged young adults and older adults. Focusing on the needs of young adults with autism and Down syndrome preparing them for independence needed for the work force and Independent living.
Samantha C.'s Photo

Samantha C.


Middletown, CT

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I've been a nanny for 8 years and I also have two kids of my own I love kids and I would be an amazing nanny I will treat your kids as my own. I'm a fun an happy person I have no problem helping you with any other things as well. I have experience with children with special needs and I have experience with infants.
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Caroline C.'s Photo

Caroline C.


Middletown, CT

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have cared for children with physical and mental disabilities before. I have experience with feeding tube care, OT, PT and speech therapy providers and working alongside them. Caring for children with sensory processing disorder and autism.
Michele G.'s Photo

Michele G.


Middletown, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Para-educator For Handicap And Autistic Children

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I provide babysitting services for children ranging in ages of infant to the age of 21. I worked as a teacher's aid for 10 years with students that were handicap and special needs, I taught life skills and helped students meet their individual goals. I was also a camp counselor for children ages 7-9 through a local...
Michele can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Meghan W.'s Photo

Meghan W.


East Hampton, CT

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Child Care

I am a very caring and passionate caregiver who has experience working with varying types of special needs. I've recently moved to GA from CT where I worked as a foster care case manager for child with medically-complex diagnoses. These including disorders such as: Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Chromosome Disorders, Seizure Disorders,...
Meghan W.'s Photo

Meghan W.


East Hampton, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Meghan! I'm 32 years old with about 15 years of experience working with children. Before I graduated from college in 2014, I had numerous child care jobs with kids who were anywhere from 2 months-12 years old. After graduating, I got a job as a case manager at a foster care agency where I worked for three years. In...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Linda T.'s Photo

Linda T.


Deep River, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi my name is Linda and I have been a caregiver to many clients with a variety of needs. My last position was live in for elderly lady in Boston for three years. I am now residing back in deep river Connecticut. I have taken care of clients with autism, ADHD, brain injury, amputation just to mention a few. I am looking for long...
Julia G.'s Photo

Julia G.


Middletown, CT

$17-21/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My love for working with special needs children began when my younger brother was born. I am now raising my own children with special needs.
Hi I'm glenna and I am a mom of two rambunctious and smart little boys. Being a mom has made me realize just how hard it is to find someone who will love your kids as much as you do. That is my goal here! I have tons of experience from Infants to teens. I have worked with munchkins who have had special needs as well. My goal...
Glenna can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Aubrey C.'s Photo

Aubrey C.


Deep River, CT

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. Hello my name is Aubrey. I am a teacher with an associates, bachelors and masters degree in education. I've spent over seven years professionally working with children with emphasis on special education. As well as personally growing up with special needs family...
Aubrey can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Claire W.'s Photo

Claire W.


Middletown, CT

$25-50/hr8 yrs exp

Since 2007 I have provided childcare to children of all ages. I have experience changing diapers, cooking and feeding children, facilitating quiet time and naps, driving children to school and other activities, working with children on age-appropriate projects, among other responsibilities. I have 9 years of experience working...
Rachel N.'s Photo

Rachel N.


Madison, CT

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Child care

My goal as a caregiver is to care for, guide, instruct, protect, and teach children. I am willing to do housekeeping that includes helping children clean their rooms, clean play area, and laundry. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I would say that I am caring, loving, committed, responsible, and diligent. As a...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I am looking to obtain a job as your next family helper. I am very creative, humble and patient! I have worked within Connecticut's special needs community for the past nine years as a behavioral therapist. I am currently pursuing my master's degree, in the meantime, I...

Showing 21 - 40 of 60

Additional Special Needs Caregiver Services

Special Needs in Durham, CTSpecial Needs in Killingworth, CTSpecial Needs in Chester, CTSpecial Needs in Middletown, CTSpecial Needs in East Hampton, CTSpecial Needs in Middlefield, CTSpecial Needs in Portland, CTSpecial Needs in Deep River, CTSpecial Needs in Madison, CTSpecial Needs in East Haddam, CT
Special Needs in Cold Spring, NYSpecial Needs in Pascoag, RISpecial Needs in Plymouth, CTSpecial Needs in Bradford, RISpecial Needs in Becket, MASpecial Needs in Auburn, MASpecial Needs in Wolcott, CTSpecial Needs in Indian Orchard, MASpecial Needs in New London, CTSpecial Needs in Elizaville, NY
Show more

Special Needs Caregiver Articles

9 common child care struggles for single parents — with practical solutions

February 19th, 2025 Navigating child care as a parent, no matter the time of year, can be challenging. From work conflicts to varying partner schedules to unexpected sick days ... Read more
Is my child neurodivergent? What experts say parents need to know

Is my child neurodivergent? What experts say parents need to know

February 19th, 2025 It feels like the term “neurodivergence” is everywhere these days, but it’s rare we get a helpful breakdown of what it is and what it means for our children... Read more
The nanny is sick: Now what?

The nanny is sick: Now what?

February 19th, 2025 It’s a working parent’s nightmare: your nanny just called in sick. You have to get to work, but what do you do with your kids?

... Read more
How to interview nannies for a nanny share

How to interview nannies for a nanny share

September 13th, 2022 While most parents have completed job interviews in their lives, not everyone has been on the other side of the table. As the person tasked with finding the... Read more