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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Oxford, CT

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Oxford, CT

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Denise S.


Oxford, CT

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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Hello, my name is Denise and for the past 15+yrs I have worked alongside families with loved ones with autism, both young and adult. I would prefer to stay local, Oxford, Southbury, Woodbury area however would travel further for the right family. Thank you for reading my profile!
5.0
"Very professional, knowledgeable, and outgoing. Seems to be a hard worker. Very personable."

Allyson D.

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Lauryn E.


Oxford, CT

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hello! I nannyed for an 8-year-old girl who is nonverbal and has a seizure disorder. I also have experience shadowing occupational therapists where I watched them work with children with autism, developmental delays, behavioral difficulties, and more.
Hello, I'm Josiane, married, mother of two boys. I am a humble, affectionate, dedicated, punctual, honest, cheerful person. I like animals and drinking coffee. I'm Brazilian and my husband is from Oklahoma, we currently live in Oxford CT. I am allowed to work in the USA. I graduated from college in Brazil, I have 10 years of...
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Molly C.


Oxford, CT

$18-20/hr8 yrs exp

Molly C From Oxford, CT

Hello! I'm Molly, I am 23 years old and living in New Haven County. I am an energetic and active person who absolutely loves working with kids! I was a dancer all through high school as well as participated in numerous theater productions so I love creating fun artistic activities for the children I care for. In my free time I...
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
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Eulendar L.


Waterbury, CT

$21/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi family, I hope all is well. My name is Eulendar and I am interested in this job offer . I have the experience required. And I consider myself to have a very colorful interesting personality. I'm convinced that my professional experience and strong abilities would make an excellent nanny for you and your family. Childcare...
Eulendar can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"she was awesome ! my child has been with me and dad her entire life and this was her first time being with someone knew ! Eulendar came and was extremely hands on and made me feel comfortable , she did a lot of one on one and really interacted with my daughter...

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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
"Christopher is very kind and professional in handling everything he has helped my son with. He goes above and and beyond and we feel very comfortable with him in the home."

Carol A.

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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, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Vanessa was a wonderful caregiver to our infant son for four months this spring. He absolutely loved her and she was so attentive to him! She got him on a great schedule, played with him all of the time, and always let us know if he had a little fever or anything...

Morgan W.

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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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Eugenia G.


Monroe, CT

$24-28/hr10 yrs exp

I am a mother of two grown girls and a grandmother of a 3-year-old boy who is special needs. I feel very blessed. I am looking for minimum of 30 hrs per week to care for children. I am a hard working energetic woman in her mid 50's. I'm able to assist with care of children, young adults, adults, light cooking, errands, crafts...
Eugenia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Jeannie was a blessing to our family! Thank you for being a great support in transporting our 4-year-old daughter to and from Daycare/School for over half a year. Highly recommend! "

Katherine R.

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Pauline C.


Seymour, CT

$15-32/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Babysitter/Helper Available

4.1

(7)

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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Pauline has been a tremendous help for my family. She has provided both childcare and housekeeping for us. We fully trust her to care for our young children -- and that's something we don't say lightly. She is absolutely great at engaging our preschooler! And our...

Brian S.

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Jacquelene C.


Waterbury, CT

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Child/adult Care Worker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Good Day: I've worked with various children & adults over 10 yes+ in need of care fro autism, adhd, blind, wheelchair, Hoyerlift assist with am/pm care. Vital signs engage in recreational activities, cook house cleaning, observe meds. Communicating with family on progress I look forward to being a great support and hearing from...
5.0
"Jacqueleene has been an absolute treasure. Very loyal, very punctual never have to worry about her not showing up haven't gone through many aids I could say that Jacqueline is the best would hire her in a heartbeat. She is very eager to learn and very quick to pick...

Edward M.

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Paige W.


Monroe, CT

$18-24/hr9 yrs exp

Caring & Energetic Caregiver

Hi! I am looking for a family to work with and care for! I am 24 years old and just recently graduated from cosmetology school. Before cosmetology school, I career nannied & taught/directed at early childhood schools, I am looking to rejoin the babysitting world on the days I'm not working in the salon. I am energetic, active...
Paige can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Paige is wonderful! She has excellent communication skills and has been super flexible during a transitionary time for us which has been invaluable. She’s easygoing and goes with the flow, and always keeps our 2 little ones well entertained. We enthusiastically...

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Sheron R.


Waterbury, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter

I am 39 yrs old. I have 18yrs of experience caring for children, ages ranging from 0-3 months to 14 yrs old. My nanny/babysitting experience started with my nieces and nephew as well as neighborhood families. I am the oldest child in my family, so I always helped my mother when needed. My responsibilities included changing...
Sheron can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sheron is absolutely wonderful. She's been with our family for seven years - our girls adore her and we completely trust her. She quickly became much loved by my parents and in-laws, and has been sought out by members of our community. I highly recommend Sheron."

Stephanie C.

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Ryan T.


Naugatuck, CT

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Childcare is my craft. I have experience with infants, toddlers, teens, special needs. I believe in going above and beyond for my families as children are my passion in life. Safety, well being and education are my top priorities for children I work with. Along with lots of fun!
Ryan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ryan was a nanny for our 2 boys. She was responsible, punctual, warm and kind. She was happy to help with errands, etc. and she's a great cook. I would recommend her without hesitation."

Melanie P.

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Linda G.


Naugatuck, CT

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Linda's Blessed Hand's

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My experiences as a Caregiver has given me the opportunity to learn about the personal needs of others. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situation. I have experience with Paraplegic, Mental Health Population, Cerebral Palsy, Children, Elderly, Physical Disabilities, Intellectual...
5.0
"Linda learns quickly. She is respectful, joyful and energetic. She engages my daughter and makes her smile and laugh. She is loving and attentive to needs as well as intuitively connecting with her by sharing news of her day, funny stories or whatever. She is...

Lili K.

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Jamie B.


Waterbury, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi beautiful families! I'm a South African nanny/babysitter, permanently residing in New York. I totally adore kids so it's not really a job to me. My experiences include au pair, live-in nanny, babysitter & special needs. Cared for Newborn boy/girl twins & their 2-year-old sister. Newborn & her 3 y/o brother. 18-24-month-old...
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Jamie fit right into our family life. Her temperament is wonderful - she's kind, sweet, and she had such a calming influence on our son as she cared for him from age 7 months-10 months. We would have kept her on but she was pregnant with a baby of her own. Jamie is...

Alexa M.

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Kealeboga R.


Waterbury, CT

$25-41/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 5 years working with the seniors being in their private homes or assisted living facilities. Working with Hoyer lifting, ventilators and other special needs as per client requirements. Worked with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Covid patients , wheelchair bound and companionship. I recently got my second booster...
Kealeboga can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"KB as we know him, stayed with my Dad through Covid. He did not take a single day off until after he was double Vaxed! Even then, for the VERY Few days he did take, he maintained a very strict protocol that kept him and my Dad free from Covid. Neither KB...

Chris W.

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Tyla S.


Naugatuck, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Trustworthy Mom Of Two Looking To Babysit/nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I know how hard it can be to trust someone new with your little ones because I am a mom too. Rest assured that I will give the same love, care and attention to your children that I would my own. I like to play and dance to music, arts and crafts, play outside, do a sensory activity or maybe even bake a special treat. I have...
Tyla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Tyla was great with our 3 year old daughter. She absolutely loved her. We definitely recommend hiring."

Brian G.

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Johanne D.


Shelton, CT

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello. I'm a certified nursing assistant /CNA/DCS Worker. I have over 20 years+ experience. I also have worked in nursing homes, assisted living and hospitals. I have work in private home and facilities. I also work with special needs adult and children I have experience caring for Dementia , Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Cancer,...
Johanne can also help with: Home modification, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Johanne is a very experienced and compassionate caregiver. She provided care to my 90-year old mother with alzheimer's. She demonstrated a high level of competency with someone with cognitive and mobility issues. She is professional, neat and takes direction well....

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Crystal D.


Naugatuck, CT

$25-40/hr

Perfect Match

My name is Crystal and I've currently been a CNA for 16 years (13 in a nursing home taking care of trachea /vent patients with underlying issues). I have experience with a. m/p. m care, incontinence care, feeds ( weather it be orally or g-tube), CPR/ first aid, ADL's, transfers ( ranging from stand pivot, 2 person assist, slide...
5.0
"Always prompt Considerate, respectful always a positive attitude "

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Oxford, CT

Denise S.

5.0

Very professional, knowledgeable, and outgoing. Seems to be a hard worker. Very personable.

- Allyson D.

Eulendar L.

5.0

she was awesome ! my child has been with me and dad her entire life and this was her first time being with someone knew ! Eulendar came and was extremely hands on and made me feel comfortable , she did a lot of one on one and really interacted with my daughter which really made her happy ! even when...

- Care member

Christopher G.

5.0

Christopher is very kind and professional in handling everything he has helped my son with. He goes above and and beyond and we feel very comfortable with him in the home.

- Carol A.

Vanessa C.

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 was an angel to us! Always arrived...

- Care member

Dustina A.

5.0

Dustina is an efficient and excellent worker.

- Gladys S.

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