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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Plymouth, CT

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Plymouth, CT

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Sara H.


Plymouth, CT

$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

Occasional Babysitter Who Can't Wait To Meet You!

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sara, I have been professionally working with infants through young adults for 9 years now including those with special needs! (I have a 2. 5-year-old sweet boy who goes with me to my current job) A bit about me. I grew up in the Silicon Valley area of California where I babysat multiple families, worked as an...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sara is everything we would hope and dream for in a babysitter! Kind, reliable, fun, sweet to the kids but not afraid to lay down the law if need be, and just overall a wonderful person. We feel very safe with her with COVID and her level of caution with it. Would...

Hayley E.

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Betzaida S.


Plymouth, CT

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Betzaida but my middle name is Princess and that is what I go by. I have been in the childcare field for about 18+ years. I absolutely adore kids and I take care of them as I would my own CPR first aid and med certificate with special needs and I work with kids of all ages. If you would love to learn more about me...
Betzaida can also help with: Personal care
Skills:

CPR

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Alexandra H.


Plymouth, CT

$17-21/hr • 5 yrs exp

Ali (CNA/PCA)

My name is Ali. I am 24, I am a CNA and have most of my experience one on one doing home care with patients. I have also worked in different facility such as rehabilitation, physical therapy, and long term care as well. I currently attended Central Connecticut State University to soon complete my bachelors in Biology and...
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Betzaida S.


Plymouth, CT

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have nannied for three separate families with a special needs child I was very good and patient with the child's I taught them sign language if they were nonverbal and I help them potty train if they were able
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Jamie B.


Waterbury, CT

$25-30/hr • 10 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:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jamie has been a nanny for my two year old son for the last couple of months. She's dependable, reliable, friendly, and most importantly, she is great with my son. He took to Jamie really well from the start, and he feels very comfortable with her. Jamie has been a...

Lori B.

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Kealeboga R.


Waterbury, CT

$25-41/hr • 5 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: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Kealeboga was recommended to us via the hospice sgency. He cared for my husband through the last months of his struggle with Alzheimer's disease. His patience, gentleness and professional care made all the difference in my husband's quality of life. Kealeboga's...

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Eulendar L.


Waterbury, CT

$21/hr • 3 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

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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Jacquelene C.


Waterbury, CT

$25-35/hr • 10 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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Amy G.


Southington, CT

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

3.0

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Christina B.


Waterbury, CT

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I am 31 and have been working with children since 14, first privately, working for family friends and so on and then on to working in day care setting and becoming a mother myself. I have taken an early childhood development course and was CPR trained at the day care I worked in. I have experience with preemie children, up...
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Christina was a great asset to our family. She was warm and engaging with our son. He felt comfortable with her right away. She was very flexible with our schedule, and was able to stay late/come in early as needed. She was incredibly dependable and we knew that...

Jeanette N.

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Theresa M.


Waterbury, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've worked with Special needs for 16 years and 5 years doing private care with dementia, I'm Patient, flexible with hours and I love my job
Theresa can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Theresa is an amazing caregiver. She treats the individuals she works with like they are her own family. She is an absolute pleasure to work with."

Moe M.

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Sheron R.


Waterbury, CT

$25-30/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Holli D.


Bristol, CT

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking To Care For Your Child(ren) F/T Or P/T

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Holli. I have a degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education as well as some graduate courses completed. I have experience in a variety of classrooms with children from preschool through fifth grade and I have nannied/babysat for children ranging from newborn to 10 years of age. I spent a year volunteering...
Holli can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Holli was my Nanny for many years. She is a smart, dependable and is great with children. Her exceptional knowledge with child education Enables her to also be an educator so the child learns while exploring the world they are in . She is always going above and...

Kylie O.

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Genienne G.


Southington, CT

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

*UPDATE * Hello all. I have a full time Nanny job that I love so I am not looking at this time. Thanks! I have 20 years experience in childcare and special needs. Newborn to high school age. I have worked in Special Education and have prior Nanny experience. I feel working with children is such an important and rewarding job. I...
5.0
"Genienne was so helpful being able to cover a last-minute afternoon with my 3 year old. He felt immediately comfortable (and so did I) and they had a great time together. Highly recommend, and we hope to see Genienne again!"

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Robert S.


Wolcott, CT

$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp

Positive Reinforcement

Hi I'd be happy to do for your child as I've done for my own 2 special needs children: help- assist- challenge- all in a positive framework. Dealing with repetitive undesirable behaviors is my specialty.
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Alyssa I.


Terryville, CT

$25-40/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Ever since I was 16 years old I started working at a nursing home doing dietary aid. My mother is an RN and works there as well. Over the years I have learned so much about being around people who need extra care. I am responsible, and respectful, I cook and clean and I love a good chat. I have my own vehicle and I don't mind...
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Theresa M.


Waterbury, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I've worked in the special needs Field for 16 years, and I also take care of an elderly couple which one of them has dementia, I am compassionate caring and love what I do I am a caretaker and I also know sign language
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Jacqueline D.


Wolcott, CT

$18-25/hr • 2 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
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Leida L.


Waterbury, CT

$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver

I have 25 years experience as a language therapist and teacher for kids with special needs. I only speak Spanish but manage really well with translator app.
Leida can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Lilith C.


Southington, CT

$16-50/hr • 16 yrs exp

Enjoy play time, meal prep, light housekeeping. Warm and friendly personality, experience with children with special needs and children of all ages. Pet friendly. Homework assist, school or activity drop off or pick up. Mother of 3.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Plymouth, CT

Sara H.

5.0

I cannot express enough how grateful I am for the exceptional care provided by Sara. From the moment she walked through the door, it was evident that she was not just a babysitter, but a nurturing and responsible caregiver who truly loves what she does. Sara created a warm and safe environment for...

- Luka K.

Jamie B.

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 very collaborative with childcare...

- Alexa M.

Kealeboga R.

5.0

Kealeboga was recommended to us via the hospice sgency. He cared for my husband through the last months of his struggle with Alzheimer's disease. His patience, gentleness and professional care made all the difference in my husband's quality of life. Kealeboga's respectfulness and dependability...

- Care member

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

Jacquelene C.

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 up on things and you never have to...

- Edward M.

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