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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in New Haven, CT

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in New Haven, CT

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Besra I.


New Haven, CT

$30/hr2 yrs exp

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I'm a natural caregiver with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My three years of experience as a childcare provider have taught me the importance of patience, creativity, and open communication with parents. As a patient and calm individual, I'm able to create a nurturing environment where children feel...
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Gina R.


New Haven, CT

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Gina. I have 2 daughters ages 14 and 10. I have my degree in psychology with a minor in child development. I have experience caring for children with and without special needs. I am professional and ready to care for your children . Having 2 kids of my own I understand the importance of great care and am here to...
Gina can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Amber R.


New Haven, CT

$17-20/hr2 yrs exp

A Helping Hand

I am an experienced caregiver. I've been working as a caregiver for 2 years for a company which I still am part of. I worked with people that have dementia and Alzheimer's also. I also went to school for CNA, phlebotomy, and EKG. Just to give you a little bit of background, I also ran a support group for families that have...
Amber can also help with: Personal care, errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
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Vanessa H.


New Haven, CT

$17-21/hr5 yrs exp

I am a loving and very helpful person who has my Cna license and know how to care for people who have special needs
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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Kimberly M.


New Haven, CT

$17-30/hr1 yrs exp

Always Respect Your Elders; They Have So Much Wisdom And Experience To Share!

I have spent about one year working in Home Care with senior citizens while I was enrolled in university. At that point, I had gotten into the school system and began working with special needs children. Working with home care was rewarding in so many different ways. Seniors generally feel down on themselves because they can't...
Kimberly can also help with: Home modification, personal care, respite care
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Andiswa M.


New Haven, CT

$19-50/hr2 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver Ready To Support Your Family

Hello! My name is Andiswa (Andi), and I am a dedicated, compassionate caregiver with more than 5 years of experience providing care to children, seniors, and individuals with special needs. I pride myself on being reliable, patient, and attentive to the unique needs of each individual I care for. My experience includes Child...
Andiswa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
I have worked as a caregiver for over 5 yrs. I have experience with individuals that are elderly, as well as individuals that have special needs such as: limited to wheelchair, mental disabilities, speech impediments, as well other physical impairments that causes an individual to need extreme care. As a worker, I enjoy...
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Ikami B.


Hamden, CT

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Pct

3.5

(4)

As an experienced care giver with special needs, I am able to give the best of me to my clients, I have experience with enfants, young and adults with Cognitive Disabilities, Mobility Challenges, Seizure Disorder, Epilepsy, Blindness, Visual Impairment, Spinal cord Injuries, Quadriplegic, Development delay, Autism... I am able...
3.0
"She was not available for the hours I need it"

Carol T.

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Pauline C.


Seymour, CT

$15-32/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Babysitter/Helper Available

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Pauline was amazing with our children. She is punctual and dependable. Our kids look forward to going to her home. "

Aaron C.

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Rachel R.


North Branford, CT

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Hello!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Rachel! I'm 28 years old and graduated in 2016 with a degree in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies. Experience: I've babysat for families with multiple kids ranging from 2 months - 14 years old. I've worked as a camp counselor, and as a social skills group facilitator for kids with Autism and...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel has been wonderful with our 15-month-old daughter! We needed a nanny for five weeks and she has been very caring and thoughtful with her. She’s an excellent communicator and has been flexible with us. So happy to have found her!"

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Kassidy P.


Milford, CT

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kassidy. I am 25 years old and work as a 911 dispatcher. I currently live in Milford and love it! I'm looking for a part time or full time babysitting job. I am the oldest of 6 brothers and 1 sister, so caring for children comes naturally to me. I previously worked at a day care caring for children ranging from...
Kassidy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I highly recommend Kassidy to any family looking for a babysitter. She has a natural talent with children and parents can have total peace of mind while they are away from their kids. She is extremely patient, reliable, trustworthy, and can handle any situation big...

Mary G.

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Cathleen L.


Milford, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Personable, Reliable, Affordable, Committed to helping when I can. Errands, light house cleaning, transportation, grocery store trips, pharmacy trips , light meal prep, all phases and conditions of pet care, elderly or special needs companionship /outings. I am also a licensed hairdresser of 32 years willing to do home visits...
5.0
"I interviewed Cathy on Friday, August 14, 2020, and to me she had a fantastic interview. She was just what I expected after a brief phone call, very caring people orientated organized. Being the opening is being delayed she is on my short list for shifts I will...

Eddie C.

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Morgan L.


Milford, CT

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

ABOUT ME Creative, high energy, and compassionate caregiver. I'm a good listener, with the empathy to discern client needs, especially for those who are nonverbal or under emotional distress. Resourceful planner with good communication skills who can hit the floor running on day one. People person - whether older geriatric group...
5.0
"She loves children of all ages and has worked with special needs grandchild - she has a gift with this population."

Holly B.

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Rachel R.


North Branford, CT

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Calm, Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Rachel! I'm 25 years old and graduated in 2016 with a degree in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies. Experience: I've babysat for families with multiple kids ranging from 8 months - 16 years old, including those Autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder. I've worked as a social skills group...
5.0
"Rachel is a phenomenal caregiver. She treats others with the utmost respect, is timely, and has a sincerely positive outlook that is very encouraging. She is responsible and keeps focused at the task at hand all while being present and insightful. Any family...

Tessa G.

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Rachael T.


Branford, CT

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rachael, and I am graduating Vanderbilt University with my M. Ed. this May. I am a certified elementary and special education teacher. I am able and willing to care for children with special needs or behavioral challenges. In general, I have a lot of experience taking care of children. I have worked for one family...
Rachael can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachael was instrumental in helping my son boost his reading skills. Her ability to make the work “fun” and her encouraging feedback was pivotal to him not only reading at grade level but surpassing that to now reading a full grade above standards. I’d highly...

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Vanessa C.


Seymour, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Nanny

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, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"I’m actually getting emotional writing this review. Vanessa came into my life when I needed her the most. My daughter was 5 months old and my son was 3 at the time when she first started. This was the first time I had anyone other than family watch my children. She...

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Christopher G.


Woodbridge, CT

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My experience as a special needs caregiver has been enlightening. I have had the privilege as a C. N. A. taking care of many individuals with many disabilities and look forward to continuing my experience in doing so giving dignity and respect to those I help. Thank you for your consideration, I look forward to contact me.
5.0
"Chris was awesome with my adult brother with disabilities! We spoke on the phone and answered several questions. He arrived early which gave us plenty of time to go over the routines. He followed instructions to the T! My brother can be rowdy and rambunctious...

Norm S.

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Dustina A.


Ansonia, CT

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

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.

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Nicollette S.


Hamden, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Nicollette and I am excellent with children! I consider myself patient, professional and having a sharp eye for details. I am experienced with potty training, children with special needs, enjoy outdoorsy activities, help with homework, love music! You name it! My goal is to meet awesome families and provide...
Nicollette can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Katelyn P.


Orange, CT

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the past four years I have had a ton of experience with Special needs children. I have cared for two children who are physically handicapped witch helped me become more experienced with individuals who struggle with mobility. I have also worked with many individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Through being chosen to volunteer...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in New Haven, CT

Ikami B.

3.0

She was not available for the hours I need it

- Carol T.

Pauline C.

5.0

We spoke with Pauline on the phone - excellent communication, very efficient, and very helpful. We didn't hire Pauline only because our plans changed but she would have been a good fit for our needs; we will keep her in favorites for possible future job opportunities.

- Doug M.

Rachel R.

5.0

Rachel has been wonderful with our 15-month-old daughter! We needed a nanny for five weeks and she has been very caring and thoughtful with her. She’s an excellent communicator and has been flexible with us. So happy to have found her!

- Care member

Kassidy P.

5.0

I highly recommend Kassidy to any family looking for a babysitter. She has a natural talent with children and parents can have total peace of mind while they are away from their kids. She is extremely patient, reliable, trustworthy, and can handle any situation big or small on her own with...

- Mary G.

Cathleen L.

5.0

My mother really appreciated Cathleen's help. Cathleen is personable, patient, and professional. I would gladly recommend her services.

- William D.

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Ratings for New Haven, CT special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in New Haven, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.