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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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Donna D.


Norwalk, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Awesome Nanny

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I LOVE CHILDREN and have 20 plus years of Nanny/childcare experience with newborns to teens. I also have experience with special needs children. I am a patient, kind and fun individual. I enjoy engaging children in age appropriate in home and outdoor activities. I will do light housework, simple meal preparation and children' s...
Donna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

I am a mother of 3 adult sons. My son has severe non verbal Autism. He lives in an assisted living group home now. I was his primary caretaker until he turned 16. I am still very involved in the oversight of his care. I have patience and experience with autism spectrum. I also have a son who has a rare medical condition so I...
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Violeta S.


Stamford, CT

$18-25/hr

Companion And Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently take care of a young adult. I live with her cook for her. I go food shopping I clean. I help her do her laundry. I take her to appointment. I also take her to fun activities. I help her with understanding routine and structure is very important
I was going to part-time job for autism kid at white plains at weekends. I know how to behave and take care of them. Also when I was in Turkey I was taking care of adhd disorder kid some days like a volunteer
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Daunne B.


Norwalk, CT

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have 7 years working for special need clients. I have worked for an agency in CT for 6 years and also through Allied part-time for a few years as well. I am caring, experienced and honest. I have worked with several families in CT. I can provide meal preparation, dressing/bathing, transportation to appointments, medication...
Hello, I would like to let you know that I had a brother or sister with a disability and I take care with a lot of affection I would like to be able to help with only what I have to do if not emotionally
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Abby U.


Stamford, CT

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Why I Love Babysitting!

Hi! My name is Abby and I love babysitting. I started babysitting in the 8th grade and primarily worked for one parent. She was a single mom with three kids. The eldest had seizures and was special needs - I was able to learn how to administer medicine and soothe him. Since I also have a peanut/tree nut allergy I'm quite good...
Abby can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

15 years of experience taking care of kids and elder people and special people as well. Taking them to there activity and dropping them off to school. run errands and light house keeping and cooking.
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Clare M.


Norwalk, CT

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Excellent CNA

I'm a dependable, mature, and experienced CNA. I have over 10 years of experience working with clients. My skills include; assistance with ADL's, encouraging independence, assisting with therapy, clear communication, med certified, CPR, feeding, and documentation. I have a wide range of experience which includes care for the...
4 years working with special needs children. I also have sessions later on in the afternoon as a Behavioral Therapist for children with Autism
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Alejandra R.


Norwalk, CT

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hello ! I'm Alejandra , I am currently a college student in the process of becoming an elementary school teacher. In my past experience I have worked with just about every age group, from new born to teenagers. I have worked with children with special needs I am friendly, I try to keep the children busy by doing activities. I...
Alejandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
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Vanessa S.


South Salem, NY

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

I am All Perfectly, And Wonderfully Made

Hi, my name is Vanessa. And I am 44 years old and I'm currently looking for some work in my neighborhood. Something to keep busy in the mornings, Kids are special to me, especially having a grandson with special needs. Love and patience is my number one priority for a child's development.
Vanessa can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
I have experience with children ages newborn - 12 years old. I was au pair for two years and I also have worked as nanny, I am a calm, fun, patient and very responsible person, with me your children will receive appropriate care, and I am willing to do additional other tasks if requested. I can help with Light Housekeeping,...
Angie Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Laura K.


Norwalk, CT

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Mom Available Weekdays From 8 A.M.-5 P.M.

Hello!! My name is Laura I was born and raised in Norwalk, CT and still live here with my 15-year-old daughter who is my world! I have worked with children from the age of 6 weeks to 15 years old. I also have experience with children with special needs as well as multiple twins. In the past I have taught children from the age of...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Keona S.


Stamford, CT

$25/hr15 yrs exp

Keona

I'm Keona Shepard I'm a judicial marshal at the Stamford court house. I'm a first responder, first aid, CPR, epi pen. Before I started this job 2 years ago I worked at the Stamford Jewish community center for 15 years. worked with all ages, children and adults with special needs as well. I have plenty of references. Im...
Keona can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Cristy R.


Darien, CT

$20-35/hr

Helpful Care

I am a seasoned child and elder care professional with over 15 years of experience. I have worked as a nursery/childcare director at my church for over 17 years. I have also worked in many different capacities with the special needs and elder communities. I have been a mom for almost 25 years. I have 6 children, 3 of which are...
Cristy can also help with: Transportation, respite care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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Cristy R.


Darien, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Helpful Care

Hi! I am a seasoned child/elder care professional with over 15 years of experience. I have worked as a nursery/childcare director at my church for over 17 years. I have also worked in many different capacities with the special needs community and elder community. I have been a mom for almost 25 years now. I have six children,...
Cristy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Elda J.


Norwalk, CT

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Full-time Or Part-time Available

I have been working with special needs for eight years and with all ages. I love helping people. I am patient, kind, and trustworthy.
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Hailey P.


Greenwich, CT

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

Graduate Student Caregiver

Hello! I am a current law student looking to support my first year of graduate education through local caregiving roles. I worked at a private club as a full-time babysitter for the members. I worked as a head camp counselor for ages four to five. I was a Nanny for two middle school boys. Many years of local weekend babysitting...
Hailey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi! My name is Shauntel. I am a recent graduate majoring in social and minor in psychology. I love to spend time with kids and aspiring to be a behavior analysis/ social worker. I have experience with kids ages of 4-18 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and experience in counseling as well. I like to...
Shauntel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

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