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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Norwalk, CT

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Norwalk, CT

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Laura K.


Norwalk, CT

$30/hr10 yrs exp

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

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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Holly D.


Norwalk, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I'm energetic and fun with 10 plus years experience working with kids as a nanny, teacher and special needs assistant. I also have a daughter of my own who is 12 and well as two step daughters 22 and 25. I enjoy the outdoors, crafts, being silly, cooking, cleaning(yes I said it) and just enjoying life. I'm looking for something...
Holly can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

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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:

CPR

First Aid

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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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Frances C.


Norwalk, CT

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mom & Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an energetic mom of two amazing kids who are now teenagers. I have also experience caring for nieces and nephews for the past 20 years. My background in the veterinary field makes me comfortable with most pets. Having been the program director of our family's martial arts & fitness academy has given me the pleasure of...
Frances can also help with: Craft assistance
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Donna D.


Norwalk, CT

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Awesome Nanny

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:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Vilma H.


Norwalk, CT

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitting :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Vilma, I have a lot of experience taking care of kids. I am a mother of a 11-year-old boy and I have been working over 5 years with children. I have worked 2 years in a Preschool, and three full year babysitting in-home. I have references if needed. Reliable car. I'm also covid-19 vaccinated and have my CPR...
Hello parents and caregivers! I'm Pamela. I'm 30 years old, and have a passion for little ones! I have multiple years of experience in babysitting, nannying, and caring for persons with special needs. I'd love to fill your families life with fun, creativity, and assistance in daily home life and child care.

Melanie W.


Norwalk, CT

$19-24/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter - 8+ Years With All Ages!

I'm a caring and reliable babysitter with 9 years of experience working with children of all ages - infants, toddlers, pre-teens, and teens. I am experienced with special needs children and have CPR training. I provide a safe and engaging environment where kids can learn and have fun with age-appropriate activities, crafts, and...
Melanie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Carol B.


New Canaan, CT

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Counselor, Teacher, Child & Animal Lover :)

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a professional, mature, fun mom of 3 Kids. I have a Masters degree in counseling & have been a therapist for special needs & regular ed kids, I currently am a part time house manager as well as help with a special needs 5-year-old. I have been a substitute teacher, worked as a case manager with medical patients volunteered...
Carol can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Awesome, fun, and loving individual "

Greer K.

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Kathy P.


Stamford, CT

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

I have a teenage son with ASD and I have been working with children with special needs for the last six years. Having had a special needs child has transformed my life, and I am deeply committed to working with children and their families. Without the support, my son would not be where he is, so the second half of my life is...
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Kathy P.


Stamford, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children in different capacities for over 20 years. I have been a teacher, advocate, crisis interventionist, nanny, case manager, and mother. I have raised my young adult sons. I have a Master's degree in Social Work, and was working in the field until I had my sons. I worked as a special needs teaching...
Kathy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kathy is a rockstar. She was instrumental in helping us these last couple months—she knew how to interact with our girls, how to structure activities for them, when it was time to eat, when it was time to nap, etc. We’ve learned so much from her, and we’re sad we...

Dan K.

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Kianza R.


Stamford, CT

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Versatile Caregiver For Children And Adults With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kianza, and I currently work for a non-profit organization, providing care for adults with special needs in a home-based setting. I have a rich background in child care, having been a preschool teacher for seven years and working part-time at the Stamford Youth camp after-school program during that time. I am in...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kianza is fantastic!! She was my daughter's teacher at daycare/preschool and my daughter absolutely loves her. When my daughter headed to kindergarten, we asked Kianza if she'd babysit for us for date nights, etc. We were so excited when she agreed. Kianza is...

Cami O.

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Alexandra A.


Stamford, CT

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Hi my name is Alexandra, I'm a responsible, energetic, & nurturing 28-year-old. I've been working with children as a nanny / babysitter for over 5 years now. I started working occasionally after school for families in my building until I found one family who I've stuck with long term. I have experience with multiple children,...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alexandra is a great babysitter who worked with my family for years. She is very sweet and dependable. It was a pleasure being able to rely on her."

Miryam H.

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Lila K.


Stamford, CT

$30-40/hr5 yrs exp

Souls In Need

Iam the daughter of a doctor, a surgeon, I use to go visit people with my dad, since I was a little girl. he is 75, he still helping others, and I will do the same way, never retired. I have experience with Alzheimer's all stages, down syndrome, autistics, quadriplegics, lime brain disorder, aggressive alcoholics, blind people,...
5.0
"Lila is a person who likes to help others, she is very passionate about what she does, she is helpful, kind, honest and a great person"

Andres G.

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Gina M.


Pound Ridge, NY

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Mom Of 2

I'm a 43-year-old stay at home mom, and have two beautiful boys, one son is 16 and my younger is 12 and autistic. I've been raising children for 20 years and I love them all as if they were my own. Raising my son with special needs has been very enlightening and I take pride in his success. I feel comfortable caring for children...
Gina can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"I’m a single mom and was looking for a reliable and experienced caregiver to take care of my 5mo. daughter five days a week. Gina fed her, rocked her to sleep, read stories and took her for strolls at a nearby park. She kept my baby so happy. Beyond that, she...

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Carol B.


New Canaan, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Counselor, Teacher And Child & Animal Lover

I have been a counselor with special needs children and their families for 20 years. It takes a special person to work with special children and I am that person :)
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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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Elizabeth E.


Stamford, CT

$50/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Tutor/Mentor/Childhood Advocate/Coach

I work as a special needs tutor/mentor/coach. I am having great success with social skills, writing, math, science, social studies and homework assistance. Empathetic and patient to the core, I find ways to communicate and to teach that are fun and fulfilling. Happiness is often based on the child's success in moving forward and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Norwalk, CT

Carol B.

5.0

Carol has been such a huge help with our daughter. She has patience beyond belief, is sweet and very reliable. I never had to worry if Carol would show up as scheduled. My daughter thinks she is great, and that's what is so important. I would highly recommend Carol for Childcare, especially with...

- Marylou R.

Kathy P.

5.0

Kathy is a rockstar. She was instrumental in helping us these last couple months—she knew how to interact with our girls, how to structure activities for them, when it was time to eat, when it was time to nap, etc. We’ve learned so much from her, and we’re sad we won’t be working with her as we move...

- Dan K.

Kianza R.

4.0

We first met Kianza a few years ago, when our oldest transitioned into the pre-K daycare class where she worked. Since then, we've had her babysit for our three children, as needed, over the years. She is sweet, responsible and dependable. She's been a pleasure to work with and our children...

- Christine O.

Alexandra A.

5.0

Alexandra has been our nanny for almost a year, since our daughter was an infant. She is a reliable, loving, fun and dedicated nanny. She has a good understanding of the needs and abilities of children and is warm, nurturing and responsive to our daughter. We cannot imagine the journey of the past...

- Nilou K.

Lila K.

5.0

We hired Lila to manage our home 8 or 9 years ago. Lila does everything and is wonderful to work with-helpful, dependable, honest, and a self-starter. 5 stars.

- Joan R.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Norwalk, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.