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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Portland, CT

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in Portland, CT

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Morgan M.


Middletown, CT

$17-20/hr

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I have much experience working for those with special needs. I have worked as a Direct Support Professional for adults with varying levels of developmental disabilities. In addition, the last 3 summers I have spent as a camp counselor for children with life threatening and chronic conditions such as hemophilia, cerebral palsy,...
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I am looking to obtain a job as your next family helper. I am very creative, humble and patient! I have worked within Connecticut's special needs community for the past nine years as a behavioral therapist. I am currently pursuing my master's degree, in the meantime, I...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Melissa F.


Berlin, CT

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I have 12yrs experience working. With dds in group homes or independent Living or at pvt homes Covid vaccinated and first aid CPR certified I'm caring and compassionate Look forward to hearing from You thanks Melissa
Hello, My name is Taylor. I have worked as a special education para in West Hartford Public schools for 3 years. I just recently obtained my Registered Behavior Tech certification and i'm excited to start doing what I love the most, working and learning from people with disabilities.
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Michele G.


Middletown, CT

$17-20/hr8 yrs exp

Care Provider For Students With Special Needs

I've spent the last eight years working in the Middletown Public School District as a care provider for students who are handicap and require special needs. My job duties included modifying and implementing appropriate academic programs that will suit the needs of each individual student, repositioning and body transfer using a...
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Irene P.


Rocky Hill, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Pediatric Registered Nurse Taking A Break From Nursing, Would Enjoy Babysitting.

I am a 49-year-old registered nurse. I have worked with infants, and children in home care who are on ventilators, and have trachs, and G tubes. I am currently taking a break from Nursing. It would be a privilege to care for healthy children in their own home. I am outgoing, and love to keep children interested in activities...
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Arianna R.


Higganum, CT

$19-30/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hello! I have worked with one lovely 5-year-old child with autism for 5 months while in state. I was able to transport him to home and activities, feed him, bathe and dress him, and create activities and games that would interest him and play with him. I would love to hear from you and meet your child!
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Meghan W.


East Hampton, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Meghan! I'm 32 years old with about 15 years of experience working with children. Before I graduated from college in 2014, I had numerous child care jobs with kids who were anywhere from 2 months-12 years old. After graduating, I got a job as a case manager at a foster care agency where I worked for three years. In...
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I am looking to obtain a job as your next family helper. I am very creative, humble and patient! I have worked within Connecticut's special needs community for the past nine years as a behavioral therapist. I am currently pursuing my master's degree, in the meantime, I...
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Nicole M.


Berlin, CT

$17/hr2 yrs exp

Nanny And Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! I am a very honest, energetic and loving person. I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. Most recently, I worked at a school working with adolescents and adults with autism. Prier to that I worked for a day care in Berlin where I taught a class of 1-year-olds. I love to cook and do not have any...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in the Madison Public School System for 13 years as a Paraprofessional with special needs students. For the last 6 years I have also been a nanny for 3 children after school. Prior to that I worked as a companion & homemaker for almost 2 years. Please reach out to me if you think I would me a good match. Thank...
Kerri can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Hello... I am Michael. I am a middle aged Care Giver. I have over 10 years of combined Non-Medical Caregiving experience. I have gained my expertise via family, personal, and agency experiences. I also have familiarity with taking care of Special Needs adults and children. Feel free to contact me with any questions. Please share...
Michael can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, home modification, errands, dementia, companionship & more

Zina R.


Middletown, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hands Available!!

From taking care of the Elderly to infants and toddlers. I worked for New. Britain transportation (10 yrs) on the Children's Special needs School Bus. Making sure no medical emergencies happen on my shift with any of my children. I call them my children because I have my eyes and ears on them as if they were my own. I raised...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

Michaela N.


East Hampton, CT

$25/hr20 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hi! I currently work for the public school system working with students who have special needs. I am looking for something year round that I am able to bring my 1-year-old with me. I am outgoing, energetic, and enjoy spending as much time outdoors as possible!
Michaela can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
I babysit my significant others little sister who is special needs. I also help with babysitting a newborn, a 1-year-old and 3-year-old at the same time. I love seeing kids smile, I always put there safety first.
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kari Z.


Andover, CT

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Mom of Two

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of two wonderful girls. I was a nanny for a number of different families before and after I had my children. I also have many years of experience as a household manager/assistant. I work as a professional organizer and house cleaner as well. I love cleaning and organizing and I have always loved children. I have...
Kari can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Very professional and courteous. Extremely well qualified, personable, warm and friendly. Exchanged several emails, arranged an interview and she arrived on time and was flexible and patient as our prior candidate interview ran over."

John B.

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Tiffany H.


East Hartford, CT

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

A Little About Me:)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Tiffany! I am 27 years old I have been working as a Nanny for 12 years. I have worked with children of all ages and have experience with children who have hearing loss and special needs. I took ASL in college as my foreign language. I incorporated that in my work even for hearing children as it is a great tool...
Tiffany can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Tiffany was a wonderful nanny to our infant! She was very attentive, always understood our son's cues for a bottle, change of clothes, diaper or nap. She was always able to keep him entertained without screen time and often took him outside to get some fresh air. I...

Ashley T.

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Genienne G.


Southington, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

*Hello all. I have a part time Nanny job that I love so I am looking for (one time or part time one to two times a week. 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...
5.0
"Miss G was absolutely amazing with all 3 of my children. I have 8 year old twin boys with autism and a 5 year old daughter. She was able to manage all their personalities with ease and kindness. The kids loved her and ask for her to come back soon! Our family...

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Joan M.


Manchester, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have many proven years of experience in working with people of all abilities. I believe that everyone has something to give. I have previously managed two non profits that have supported people with special needs. I consider myself an advocate. I am passionate and prepared to work on behalf of your loved one and you!
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Julia S.


Bristol, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there and thank you for visiting my profile! As the daughter of two elementary school teachers, I have grown up assisting and observing public school classrooms on a consistent basis. My parents modeled (and still do) exceptional educational environments that promoted creativity, kindness, and critical thinking in their...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Julia was an amazing nanny for me while I was traveling with my husband and infant and needed to hire a sitter for two separate evenings, with very limited notice and no other resource but care.com. I had very minimal experience with others watching my 7 month old,...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Portland, CT

Kari Z.

5.0

Very professional and courteous. Extremely well qualified, personable, warm and friendly. Exchanged several emails, arranged an interview and she arrived on time and was flexible and patient as our prior candidate interview ran over.

- John B.

Tiffany H.

5.0

We hired Tiffany back in 2017 to watch our son who was 9 years old and has some special needs. She did a few days a week after school as well as a Friday or Saturday for date night alternating with another sitter we hired same year. Tiffany has been amazing and we have grown together over the past 8...

- Kim P.

Genienne G.

5.0

I was very thankful for Genienne when she watched my son a few weeks ago. She was very attentive, warm and kindhearted. I would recommend her and use her service again.

- Cornieta W.

Julia S.

5.0

Julia was an amazing nanny for me while I was traveling with my husband and infant and needed to hire a sitter for two separate evenings, with very limited notice and no other resource but care.com. I had very minimal experience with others watching my 7 month old, and Julia made her feel calm and...

- Zoe J.

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