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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Oakville, CT

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Oakville, CT

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Mariela G.


Waterbury, CT

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

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I am currently a DSP (direct support professional) for 3 different individuals that are adults with special needs. I am also a mother to an autistic girl that is 13 and is nonverbal with a lot of SIB (self injurious behaviors)
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Jacqueline D.


Wolcott, CT

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate And Fun!

I have 2 cumulative years of experience working with children in babysitting, day camp and daycare settings. At the daycare, I was responsible for designing classroom activities, especially towards movement and creativity (both gross and fine motor skills). While I don't have certification, I am comfortable with and have...
Jacqueline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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Anne F.


Terryville, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Anne and I have worked with children and adults for over 25 years. I particularly enjoy working with individuals on the Autism spectrum. I have 26 years working as para-educator in grades K-7. I have work students with many disabilities including Autism, intellectual disabilities, Down's syndrome, ADHD and...
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Gail P.


Bristol, CT

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider

I have held positions as a child care provide with over 20 years experience in providing supervision and guidence in private home settings. I am dependable, trustworthy and caring. I have a flexible schedule and I can keep records of daily observations, incident reports and medications administered. I also have experience with...
Gail can also help with: Craft assistance
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Rosilyn D.


Waterbury, CT

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

I am a graduate from Connecticut Training Center in East Hartford, CT and performed my clinical phase of my training at Alexandria Manor. During this Patient Care Associate program I have studied Nurse Aide techniques, Phlebotomy, EKG, Home Health, Pharmacology, Anatomy, and Medical Terminology, CPR, and First Aid Certification....
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Ayana V.


Bristol, CT

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Caring for young ones comes natural to me as I am a nurturing, empathetic person. I have over 10 years of experience babysitting, and 8 years of caring for children with special needs. I love growing with children, as I learn new things from them just as much as they learn from me. There is nothing more precious than the mind...
Ayana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Zaria D.


Waterbury, CT

$17-50/hr2 yrs exp

A Little About Me

hello , my name is zaria I have been working in childcare for a year now. I've worked with all ages such as 0-10 years. I love working with children. I enjoy watching the children grow and learn new skills each and everyday. My favorite part about taking care of children is their expressions and enjoyment in anything they learn...
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Shamian D.


Bristol, CT

$15-30/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Provider

My name is Shamian, I have 6 years of experience working with children with a variation of special needs. The children I've worked with age range from 5-21 years old on on the Autism spectrum amongst other disabilities. My biggest experience would be as a mom to a beautiful 10-year-old girl. Balancing being a mom and tackling...
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Anicia L.


Bristol, CT

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Family Supportive With Children's Best Interests

Hi! I am a mother of four and love working with children of all ages. I have experience not only as a nanny but also working many years in both public and private schools. My background working as a paraprofessional has given me many skills supporting children with special needs. I am an excellent mother's helper or can care for...
Anicia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Shamian D.


Bristol, CT

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Caring Home Aide

I began working as a home care aide when I was 21 years old. I've worked with a variety of clients with different needs, some long term and some short. I did so for a couple of years until 2015 when I began working for the NYC Dept of education as a teacher assistant. For 6 years I worked with students with special needs. I just...
Shamian can also help with: Dementia, transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Malissa C.


Naugatuck, CT

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hello. My name is Malissa. I am a honest, loving, patient, and caring certified nurses aide with 15 plus years experience. I have also worked with children with special needs (behavior programs, etc) CPR and first aid certified. Above all I am a loving, dedicated, devoted, responsible mother of 3 amazing children. Two which are...
Malissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Anicia L.


Bristol, CT

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I have many years of experience working in the special needs community. I have worked as a paraprofessional with preschool through middle school age students. I also have experience with direct / in home care and therapeutic recreation. My background has given me many skills to help support and work alongside children and...
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Tyla S.


Naugatuck, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Patient ABA Therapist Looking To Help

Hi, It's know hard to trust someone with your loved ones. I'm here to offer help and peace of mind. I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I've worked in group homes, assisted living facilities for memory care, foster homes and in private homes as an ABA therapist. But most importantly,...
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Brianna L.


Bristol, CT

$25-43/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate And Empathetic Child Care Provider

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, honest, and responsible. I like working with kids because it is rewarding, not only would I be given the opportunity to build relationships with each and every one of the kids I work with. I am given the opportunity to teach but also learn from the kids. I started working with...
Brianna can also help with: Carpooling
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Tina S.


Bristol, CT

$18-21/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Mom And Caretaker

I am a Mother, and I am also a Nursing student. I have an 11-year-old special needs child, and an 8-year-old child of my own. I am a Registered Medical Assistant with American Medical Technologists, CPR and First Aid Training and I am dependable, and fairly flexible! Neurodivergent friendly, I love helping children learn about...
Tina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Tina S.


Bristol, CT

$18-23/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Mom Offering Sitter Services

I am a Neurodivergent Mom to 11 and 8-year-old children. I have experience in parent provided ABA, positive reinforcement, stimming, deescalation, and sitter services. I can administer subcutaneous injections, other daily medications, and PRN and emergency medications. I can check vital signs such as blood pressure, HR, O2/SAT,...
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Rachel H.


Wolcott, CT

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

I am a registered behavior technician and I work at a school that provides applied behavior analysis procedures to kids diagnosed with autism. I have over 3 years of experience working with kids and about 1 year of experience working with special needs 1:1 as a behavior technician.
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Cristina R.


Bristol, CT

$18-23/hr1 yrs exp

I previously worked with adults who had mental health and behavioral disorders for 4 years while living in a different part of the state. Now, I am working with children who have Autism. I love being able to care for people and being able to offer support and understanding to those who don't always receive it
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Kim C.


Woodbury, CT

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

I was a nanny in Michigan for 20 years. I raised 16 children most from birth and long term. I raised preemie twins and worked with special needs. I am a mom now with children that are 8 & 10. I really miss working I loved my job. My husband has a very flexible schedule that will allow me to work.
Kim can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Kiana S.


Bristol, CT

$30-40/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Specialist

As a dedicated Special Needs Care Specialist, I am committed to providing compassionate support and personalized care to individuals with diverse needs. With 3 years of experience in this field, I have developed a deep understanding of various conditions and disabilities, enabling me to create tailored care plans that promote...

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