Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Orange, CT

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.

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"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.

Morgan L.

$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

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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.

Nohemi B.

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience with a preteen boy with Paranoia, ODD, general anxiety, depression, PTSD and slight psychosis. The sibling was also diagnosed with separation anxiety and PTSD. Father had Asperger's Syndrome. I went through training on emotional intelligence and parenting provided by social workers during two years...

5.0

"Nohemi worked over a year for my 2 1/2 year old. She was patient yet firm and playful and fun. She worked on both Spanish and English with my daughter and participated when we had our speech therapist visits. Nohemi was respectful and truly cared for our daughter....

Susan P.

Cassidy C.

West Haven, CT

$22-28/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hello!

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have many years of experience working with kids and adults with disabilities. I have worked three summers at a camp for people with disabilities and got to meet so many amazing people through it. I also have worked as a personal care assistant. I love getting to know each person I work with. I have experience working...

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"Cassidy is very caring, conscientious and professional. We enjoy her friendly personality! She has been wonderful helping us meet our disabled family member's weekly needs-- primarily helping her get to the doctor, shopping and appointments."

Nancy P.

Amanda S.

Trumbull, CT

$17/hr • 3 yrs exp

Babysitter, Tutor, Special Needs Aide

I'm a substitute teacher and paraprofessional with experience working with special needs kids. Passionate about education!

Amanda can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning

Andiswa M.

$19-50/hr • 2 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: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more

Gina R.

$18-23/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Eliege T.

Stratford, CT

$50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced and dedicated Housekeeper/Nanny with over 20 years of expertise in providing exceptional childcare and comprehensive household management. Skilled in managing household tasks, including cleaning, organizing, meal preparation, and transportation. Proven ability to work with children of various ages, including those...

Eliege can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Kathy L.

Stratford, CT

$20-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Aid., Personal Care Assistant

Hello my name is kathy I have 32 years of experience working with the elderly, special needs adults and children at St Vincent SPECIAL NEEDS .. I also have experience in home health aid for 6 years... perfect private duty, children are grown , have my own car...

Kathy can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more

Skills:

CNA

Kathy L.

Stratford, CT

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience Child Care ..

Hello my name is Kathleen I been working at st Vincent special needs for over 20 years I also took care of my special needs son.. im kind, compassionate, and have plenty of patience, im a empty nester now... looking for something rewarding....

Kathy can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

Douglas B.

Shelton, CT

$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

ASD/Behavioral Care

Hi! My name is Doug/Douglas. I've been working with children in various capacities for the last 11 years. For the last four years I have worked with neurodivergent children and young adults, particularly those diagnosed with ASD and behavioral issues. I've had different roles in a variety of environments including classrooms,...

Scott B.

Seymour, CT

$30-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

Background In Spectrum Care And Special Needs

Assumption a Former EMT I had the opportunity to work with nearly every walk of life. My original was to go into therapy or social work, as I began my post graduate career working at a private boarding school with kids on the spectrum and with varying levels of disabilities. My role was to provide programming focused around...

Sherlike F.

$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child care

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have 23- years of experience as a nanny and teacher. I have two adopted boys ages 7 and 8- years old. My biological son is 15 years old. I have my Bachelor's degree is in Psychology and my Master's degree in Special Education. I have experience caring for newborns, to age 12 and have worked for multiple families in New York...

Sherlike can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Ivonne L.

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Educator

I'm a Special Education teacher with experience in grades 5-12. As a patient and positive teacher I help children learn and grow in a supportive environment. With my background, I focus on tailoring my approach to meet each child's unique needs, ensuring they feel confident and empowered. I look forward to providing engaging and...

Elizabeth B.

$15-20/hr

Experienced Mother

Hi! I am a mother of two adult children. One who is on the Spectum. I am familiar with the challenges your child is facing and I would love to help out. Please send me a message and we can talk. Thanks.... Liz

Christella J.

West Haven, CT

$19-24/hr

Christella

I spent two years working in a single group. I went to different group homes to work and I was able to come across different types of disabilities. I came across patients who were on wheelchairs, nasogastric tubes, and Hoyer lifts. I experienced working with different behaviors.

Jalina S.

Ansonia, CT

$17-22/hr • 7 yrs exp

Meet Jalina

Hi my name is Jalina. I have 6 years of childcare experience including of 3 years of teaching and directing youth theater from ages 4-17, and 6 years of nannying and babysitting ages infant to 16. I'm great with kids and animals, have a reliable car, first aid and CPR certified, as well am epi pen and inhaler administration...

Jalina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Wayne S.

Woodbridge, CT

$22-50/hr • 11 yrs exp

Active RBT Available For Babysitting Special Friends!

I started caring for people with special needs when I was just 16 years old working as an adaptive sports intern for Oak Hill In my spare time, I like to explore nature and work on my cars! My skills include I can adapt any situation/personality. I am extremely clean and don't mind up while baby sitting. Make anything fun and...

Pauline C.

Seymour, CT

$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Caring For Any Child

I have worked a special needs class for a year with kid, ages 4 to 6-years-old with classes averaging between 7 to 10 children. For the last 6 months, I also have watched a 16-year-old boy with Down sydome who also has autism. After school and when Parents go out on dates .

Doug R.

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp