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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in New Canaan, CT

The average posted rate is $27/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in New Canaan, CT

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Debbie F.


Greenwich, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Childcare Professional

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was born and grew up in Greenwich, Connecticut, and I still live in this wonderful town. Childcare is my career and my passion, I truly love it; which is shown in my over 35 consecutive years of providing services to families in the community. Of these 35 years, I have about 20 years of experience working with children with...
5.0
"Debbie is fantastic! Always able to watch my son even at the last minute. My son absolutely loves her and asks to see her. She's very dependable and keeps my house tidy. She plays with him for the whole time and doesn't turn on the TV. My son has ADHD and she is...

Amanda J.

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Tatum M.


Norwalk, CT

$58/hr10 yrs exp

A Caring And Loving Nanny With Medical Experience Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm looking for a family who is looking for a full time nanny to help their children. I live in Norwalk and I'm 35 years old. I have 18 years of child care experience as a nanny and preschool teacher. I'm a college graduate, CPR and First Aid certified and have medical experience. I have a clean driving record and reliable car....
Tatum can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I interviewed Tatum and she babysat for me during the process. My needs changed so I don't need a full-time person anymore but we loved her and had every confidence that she would have been an amazing caregiver."

Giselle M.

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Debbie F.


Greenwich, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Caring Babysitter With Great References

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I was born and grew up in Greenwich, Connecticut, and I still live in this wonderful town. Childcare is my career and I truly love it. I have over 10 years of experience. I enjoyed watching my daughter grow up and graduate from college. As a single mom, it wasn't easy, but I am a hard worker and love what I do. After my daughter...
Debbie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We recently moved to the area and I found Debbie here on this site. We have already hired her twice and booked her for a 3rd time! She is dependable, punctual and trustworthy and our kids have had a blast with her and are looking forward to her next visit! We...

Ann G.

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Esli M.


Stamford, CT

$35/hr10 yrs exp

P/T Professional Certified Caregiver For Monday & Wednesday (8-5)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Esli I'm a 43 years old mom, I really love to be around kids, I have 15 &11 boys. I do understand what it means to love, care, teach, and make sure our kids are good & happy. I worked as a professional caregiver for great families for many years since I came to this country ( 22 years ago), and still keep a good...
Esli can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Esli was a wonderful caregiver for our daughter. Over several months she proved herself to be kind, patient, attentive, and responsible with our daughter who she worked with from the time she was three months old. Esli's consistency and joy were a delightful...

Meredith H.

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Pablo R.


Stamford, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a seasoned caregiver with experiences working with the elderly having varied medical conditions in the comforts of their home, hospital, group homes, day program and nursing home. Presently, I work with special need people having developmental delay and various intellectual, psychological and physical disabilities. I am a...
5.0
"Pablo is an excellent worker. He's reliable, caring, and full of energy. Pablo takes pride in his work, he's always thinking of ideas to better service his clients. He has a deep understanding of the clients needs and take them very seriously. He's an avid...

Nancy B.

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Monique M.


Wilton, CT

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Lovely ,kind Women

I have worked with the elderly and clients with mental illness. Also worked as a vet tech for over 10 yrs and worked with special needs children I will treat your family member just as if they were my family member Thank you Monique
Monique can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, transportation, errands
Hi! I'm Camila, I just moved to Georgetown MA and I'm looking for some babysitting for parents date night or on weekends once I'm currently a nanny during on weekdays! I have been working with kids since I was 15, and now I'm 25. I have experience with kids between 1 and 12y including special needs. I'm CPR and First aid...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Alicia S.


Stamford, CT

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Comes with Bachelors in Human Services, specialize in mental, emotional and special need population. I have both educational and professional experience with helping individuals with their daily living services. The skills include development programs, cleaning, eating, auditory skills, living and learning...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rose L.


Stamford, CT

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

I am an experienced sitter looking to assist families with childcare. I have taken care of children of elementary school age and up, including special needs. I am reliable, respectful, and trustworthy. I'm available on weekends, date nights, snow days, spring & summer break. Thank you in advance for your consideration and time.
Rose can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Amy B.


Norwalk, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Music Teacher And Nanny

I have over 10 years of experience as a babysitter/nanny back when I was living in Massachusetts and I am now a licensed music teacher. I have taught children of all ages as well as special needs children. I have spent pretty much my entire professional life working with children and they are wonderful!
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Nenyelle F.


Wilton, CT

$20-33/hr10 yrs exp

I Love What I Do!!

Hi I'm Nenyelle I have been in mental health, behavioral health and DD over 15year! I love this field! I love watching and teaching individuals how to break though Barriers! Even if it's a smile that is still an accomplishment in my eyes! I'm a very hard worker and have the compassion for this field so I care though love and...
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Ashley T.


Stamford, CT

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Classroom Teacher

I've always worked with children for as long as I can remember. I taught Kindergarten/First Grade and Special Education over the last 8 years. I am a certified Elementary K-6 teacher and PK-12 Special Education Teacher. I earned my B. S. in Elementary Education from WCSU in 2015 and my Master's in Special Education from...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Nathalia S.


Stamford, CT

$27-40/hr4 yrs exp

Cna

CNA certified in special needs , dementia and autism . Infant-senior !! I'm very patient and calm !!
Hi My name is Isra, I am a 27-year-old CPR certified nursing student. I've been working with kids for 8 years ranging from infants to 16-year-olds. I have my own transportation. I can also help with laundry, light housework and cooking. I am reliable, energetic and efficient. I would love the opportunity to work with you and...
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Emma S.


Norwalk, CT

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have babysat for multiple families over the years with children ranging from ages 1-10. I have also worked as a camp counselor for five years with elementary school children. My 19-year-old brother is on the autism spectrum and I have also worked as a paraprofessional at a preschool in Norwalk so I have great experience with...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I am currently in college for a social work major and minor in psychology. Future, I would like to work with families and children in the healthcare field. I am outgoing and willing to try new opportunities.
Hi! I am currently looking for summer positions! Part time or full time I have over 20 years of experience in home day care. I am currently working full-time for the Greenwich public schools as a special education professional assistant in the pre school program. This year I began my 18th year working for GPS. I have experience...
Mary Ellen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Hi!!! My name is Charlotte and I'm a rising junior at the University of Maryland pursing a degree in philosophy, politics, and economics! I have been working with kids (babysitting, camp counselor, and special needs program volunteer) for the past few years and absolutely love it! Although my major sounds boring, I am super...
Charlotte can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rose L.


Stamford, CT

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs children from preschool to age 22. I believe in treating all children as individuals and celebrate their achievements. I put an emphasis on helping each child achieve their goals. Also having fun while still learning.
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Steve Jean S.


Greenwich, CT

$16-23/hr5 yrs exp

Responsible And Fun Sitter.

Hello, my name is Steve. I am a graduate of southern Connecticut state university. I was an art student. I love kids and have been babysitting since I was in my early 20's, I have references if you need. I also have been taking care of people generally the elderly since I was a teen. I took care of my mother before she passed....
Steve Jean can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in New Canaan, CT

Debbie F.

5.0

Debbie is fantastic! Always able to watch my son even at the last minute. My son absolutely loves her and asks to see her. She's very dependable and keeps my house tidy. She plays with him for the whole time and doesn't turn on the TV. My son has ADHD and she is so patient with him. Highly...

- Amanda J.

Tatum M.

5.0

I interviewed Tatum and she babysat for me during the process. My needs changed so I don't need a full-time person anymore but we loved her and had every confidence that she would have been an amazing caregiver.

- Giselle M.

Debbie F.

5.0

Debbie has been amazing with my mom, shes compassionate and caring. My mom looks forward to her visits

- Care member

Esli M.

5.0

Esli was a wonderful caregiver for our daughter. Over several months she proved herself to be kind, patient, attentive, and responsible with our daughter who she worked with from the time she was three months old. Esli's consistency and joy were a delightful presence in our home and I would highly...

- Meredith H.

Pablo R.

5.0

I've know Pablo through work for the past 2 years now, he has been one of the most caring, loving person I've come across since work in this field. What I love about Pablo is that he treats our clients like family, he makes them feel comfortable, he goes above and beyond for them and they all love...

- Jennyfer J.

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