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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Monroe, CT
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Monroe, CT
Eugenia G.
Monroe, CT
$24-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of two grown girls and a grandmother of a 3-year-old boy who is special needs. I feel very blessed.
I am looking for minimum of 30 hrs per week to care for children.
I am a hard working energetic woman in her mid 50's.
I'm able to assist with care of children, young adults, adults, light cooking, errands, crafts...
Eugenia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance
5.0
"Jeannie was a blessing to our family! Thank you for being a great support in transporting our 4-year-old daughter to and from Daycare/School for over half a year. Highly recommend! "
Katherine R.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am looking for a family to work with and care for! I am 24 years old and just recently graduated from cosmetology school.
Before cosmetology school, I career nannied & taught/directed at early childhood schools, I am looking to rejoin the babysitting world on the days I'm not working in the salon. I am energetic, active...
Paige can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Paige is wonderful! She has excellent communication skills and has been super flexible during a transitionary time for us which has been invaluable. She’s easygoing and goes with the flow, and always keeps our 2 little ones well entertained. We enthusiastically...
Care member
Joann D.
Monroe, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional And Experienced Care Provided - All Types Of Care
4.3
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a State of CT Registered Certified Nurses Aide/PCA-personal care assistant with over 25 years experience in all phases of home care such as Hospice, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Elder Care, Handicapped, Dept of Mental Rehab, Down Syndrome, Combative Patients, Special Needs Children. During my years as a CNA/PCA, I have received...
Joann can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
4.0
"Joann was a companion for a few months to our elderly parent before they started hospice. She provided great conversation, daily care, including light house keeping. She is very caring and knowledgeable of elderly care."
Valerie F.
I am new to special needs care. I have a grandson with special needs as I am hands on with him weekly and I am involved with his care at times. I have a natural ability to stay calm and understand others. I have compassion and empathy and a soft spot to help others.
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, observant, empathetic and kind.
I like caring for people with special needs because I am a natural caregiver and it makes me happy to help someone.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to be a Companion to someone who has challenges. Keep them company, do activities with them, and...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Liv, and I am an actively licensed LPN with a passion for caregiving. I graduated from Lincoln Technical Institute's nursing program and am BLS certified, with CPR and AED training. My background includes experience working with children who have special needs and behavioral needs, as well as hands-on expertise...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Olivia was caring friendly and my son enjoyed her very much"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Ambria and I am a college sophomore. My major is radiology. I truly enjoy working with people of all ages. I find that no matter who you work with, patience is the key to success. I may not have the most experience in relation to caring for those with special needs, but I have the compassion for it. I am a Certified...
5.0
"Ambria was great! She helped cook and clean for party. Didn't have to give much direction she just knew what to do! Would definitely hire her again. "
Nichole M.
Dustina A.
Ansonia, CT
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been an employee for The Kennedy Center for almost 16 years and have a great deal of experienced with behavior issues and maintaining great relationships with people who might seem a bit challenging. I also have a relative who has exhibited behaviors that need compassion and understanding and I have given every effort...
5.0
"Dustina is an efficient and excellent worker."
Gladys S.
5.0
(23)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I'm a certified nursing assistant /CNA/DCS Worker.
I have over 20 years+ experience. I also have worked in nursing homes, assisted living and hospitals. I have work in private home and facilities. I also work with special needs adult and children I have experience caring for Dementia , Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Cancer,...
Johanne can also help with: Home modification, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Johanne (aka Jojo) was an aid to my mother-in-law struggling with dementia. She is sweet, professional and skilled with no drama. She always gets the job done, and is a patient, fun and extremely capable provider. Any family would be lucky to have Jojo caring for...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I recently graduated college with a bachelor degree and am currently a certified RBT working at a clinic with special needs children. Because of this I am only available on weekends. I am CPR and first aid certified, don't smoke, and love all types of animals, so pets are fine as well! Having four younger brothers ranging from...
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hailey was Awesome! I hired her short notice and she was on- time, actually early and did a great job. I left my toddlers stroller in my car and she carried my toddler all the way to the park and back. My 11-year old enjoyed the time with her and recommended she...
Anita N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have helped to care and cared for children with special needs. I have cared for both verbal and non verbal children. Every weekend for a few years, I had helped to care for a boy with special needs. I enjoyed taking him into the community and helping him with his social skills, as well as just playing with him at home or in...
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, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & 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.
5.0
(3)
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Denise and for the past 15+yrs I have worked alongside families with loved ones with autism, both young and adult. I would prefer to stay local, Oxford, Southbury, Woodbury area however would travel further for the right family. Thank you for reading my profile!
5.0
"Very professional, knowledgeable, and outgoing. Seems to be a hard worker. Very personable."
Allyson D.
4.0
(1)
I did volunteer services at the Kennedy Center in Trumbull (special needs school). I work with people who have autism. We meet with parents whose children have autism, Asperger's, etc. I am a passionate, caring, reliable person. I have been working as a nanny for many years, and I want to spend my time with special kids, too. I...
4.0
"I wanted to let perspective families know that Julia was the first to respond to my add, and was fast and expediant in her communications. I cannot rate her quality of care because she did not work for our family, but I wanted to provide positive feedback on my...
Adriene R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I started as a mothers helper and moved up to reoccurring babysitting. I also worked as an after school aide for third and 4th graders for a year in high school. Moving on to college I started working at a daycare. I worked at this daycare for 2. 5 years and mostly worked with ages 1-2-year-olds. I...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julia watched our 20 month old son when we were in town for a wedding. She was on time and professional. She sent updates and got him to fall asleep at bedtime even though he missed his nap. Overall great!"
Mary B.
Courtney C.
Sandy Hook, CT
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Greetings! My name is Courtney and I am a female, looking to get back into direct care in a part time capacity. I come to Care. com with 5+ years experience working with an aging population with disabilities, both mental and physical. With my experience as a care giver to others, as well as my own innate capabilities as a...
Eliege T.
Stratford, CT
$17-18/hr
I'm flexible with my time/availability, I have experience with special needs children. I currently have a cleaning schedule, where most are elderlies. Some of them have recently lost close family members due to covid and other reasons where they suffered with depression and I came in to give assistance and a helping hand to them...
Eliege can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, respite care, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am first and foremost a mother for the past 10 years now. Before becoming a mother, I was a great caregiver for about 12 years, not only being an older sister, but working with families. I have had the experience of taking care of newborn to school age kids, teenagers and kids with special needs. I am also a certified nursing...
Kaara can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Hi my name is Maristela, I'm CNA, I have 14 years of experience with elderly and special needs kids if I can help you or a member of your family please contact me I'll be happy to help you. Thank you
Maristela can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Monroe, CT
Eugenia G.
5.0
Jeannie was a blessing to our family! Thank you for being a great support in transporting our 4-year-old daughter to and from Daycare/School for over half a year. Highly recommend!
- Katherine R.
Paige W.
5.0
Paige is wonderful! She has excellent communication skills and has been super flexible during a transitionary time for us which has been invaluable. She’s easygoing and goes with the flow, and always keeps our 2 little ones well entertained. We enthusiastically recommend Paige!
- Care member
Joann D.
5.0
Joann recently took care of my 90-year-old mom who was recovering from Lung Cancer treatment and was then bedridden due to compression fractures in her back. Joann was dependable, kind and worked hard to help in any way she could. I recommend Joann and feel she is a great caregiver!
- Care member
Olivia P.
5.0
Olivia was caring friendly and my son enjoyed her very much
- Care member
Ambria P.
5.0
Ambria was great! She helped cook and clean for party. Didn't have to give much direction she just knew what to do! Would definitely hire her again.
- Nichole M.
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Ratings for Monroe, CT special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Monroe, CT are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.