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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ledyard, CT

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Ledyard, CT

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Mary O.


Groton, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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Worked as direct care and direct support with individuals with mentally disabilities for 10 years. I've worked one on one with many behavioral individuals, seizure protocols, etc
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Cassie M.


Pawcatuck, CT

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

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Jamie L.


Norwich, CT

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

I Am Here To Help Provide Companionship While Assiting With Daily Activities!

I am new to this site, however, I am not new to senior care as I have 4 years of prior experience. I have both personal and professional experience with behavioral health and individuals with special needs. I am CPR and CPI trained through my previous employment as a Mental Health Worker at an inpatient hospital. I have...
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands, dementia
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: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Marrisa V.


Groton, CT

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey! I'm Marrisa, I'm 24, and I'm currently a paraprofessional at a high school working 1:1 with a special needs student. Prior to this job, I worked at a daycare for about 2. 5 years and before that I was at a different daycare for about a year. I was mostly in infant and toddler classrooms, but I have experience with preschool...
Marrisa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

My name is Bheki and I am a 35-year-old father of 3 beautiful kids. I work as a direct associate for the kids and seniors with disabilities. I have worked for the same companies for almost four years now. I have a lot of respect for the my brothers and sisters with disabilities. I know for a fact that they can do more then we...
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Samantha C.


New London, CT

$20-30/hr10 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.
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...
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Sonya O.


Pawcatuck, CT

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I am an experienced care giver with elder care, individuals with dementia and special needs. I am certified in CPR, AED, FIRST AID, PMT and am privy to medication administration . I have extensive expierience with developmentally disabled individuals as well.
Sonya can also help with: Errands, dementia, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
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Emily P.


Groton, CT

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving, Engaging Babysitter Looking For Summer Work

Hi, I'm Emily! I have worked with children for the past 17 years. I have experience as a babysitter, camp counselor and an educator. I have an associates degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant and a bachelors in Physical Education. I love being outside, playing games and actively engaging children. I have experience with...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I would describe myself as a responsible, caring and fun person. I love kids and I enjoy babysitting! I have 4 years of experience working with kids. I have worked as an intervention specialist and tutor for special needs children. My most recent job was as a special education teacher. I'm also bilingual and always do my best in...
Jhanira can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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 many 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 certified (a...
Joann can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Aline T.


Groton, CT

$22-27/hr6 yrs exp

Aline

I have experience taking care for disabilities people. I'm respectful and honest, very patient and love my job I help with ADl. shower tranfering and feeding Also like to learn other skills if the Family offer their way they like to take care
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Cassie M.


Pawcatuck, CT

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature mommy of one 11-yr old daughter.. But have been caring for littles and bigs since my teens, have earned over 24+ early childhood educ. credits, have over 15 years nannying for special needs children and am willing, able and experienced in all aspects of childcare/ homecare/ eldercare / housecleaning (own cleaning biz PT)...
Cassie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

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Brianna C.


New London, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I began working with children as a mothers helper when I was 8 years old. I eventually got my babysitting certificate and worked my way up to a professional Nanny. I have also worked as an aide for children with special needs for Cheshire Public Schools Board of Education. I am now 26 and caring for my sweet baby boy, who's 16...
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
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Mikayla M.


Quaker Hill, CT

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

After School Care/dog Care/babysitting

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Crafts and Grocery Shopping. certified CNA. Senior in high school. I can drive and have my own car. Have done babysitting. Dog sitting and walking. Familiar with special needs.
Mikayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

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Emily Y.


New London, CT

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I am a 25-year-old experienced childcare worker. I am a patient, compassionate, kind, and reliable person who loves working with children. I love the outdoors and being active, and I have a passion for helping others. My past experience includes working with children with special needs (ages 3-21), including children with...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
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Kara F.


New London, CT

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced in caregiving and quick to learn. Kind, compassionate, creative, intuitive, musical. Detail oriented and organized. My experience comes from caring for my sister who sustained a brain injury in 2012 and became wheelchair bound and non-verbal. She has lived with my mother since 2015. My mother is a registered nurse...
I have experience with skills and the mental support being these needs. I'm always willing to learn more

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