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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ridgefield, CT

The average posted rate is $30/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Ridgefield, CT

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Natalie A.


Bethel, CT

$15/hr8 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Natalie and I am a graduate student at Penn State University. I'm a highly experienced childcare professional with over eight years of experience as a nanny, babysitter, child care attendant, and teacher. I've had the pleasure of working with a wide range of ages, from newborns to teenagers, and I have...
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nenyelle F.


Wilton, CT

$20-33/hr10 yrs exp

I Love What I Do!!

Hi I'm Nenyelle I have been in mental health, behavioral health and DD over 15year! I love this field! I love watching and teaching individuals how to break though Barriers! Even if it's a smile that is still an accomplishment in my eyes! I'm a very hard worker and have the compassion for this field so I care though love and...
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Cecilia P.


Katonah, NY

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Responsible And Engaging Babysitter

I have been babysitting on and off since I was in early high school. I have experience babysitting children from the age of 4 to the age of 15. I have also been a camp counselor, responsible for supervising kids aged 4-6. Additionally, I used to work as a lifeguard at my local country club and am comfortable monitoring children...
Cecilia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Allison A.


Danbury, CT

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a recent graduate of Quinnipiac University with a masters degree in occupational therapy. I have been actively babysitting, nannying and pet sitting for many different families for the past 8 years. I have worked at the Brookfield Parks and Rec summer camp for 3 years as well as the Wilton Riding Club summer camp for 2...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I have had about three years of experience caring for children, adults, and/or people with special needs, ranging from infants to adults. Your loved one will get the help they need with me. I can give your loved one a monitored, secure, and stable environment with my certifications, including my certification in medicine, CPR,...
Isha can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Nora T.


Brewster, NY

$19-24/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Nora :) I'm 21 years old and graduating college in December with a communication disorders degree! The last three years I've subbed as a teacher, TA, and para in the special education classroom at an elementary school. The last two summers I've worked one to one with two boys with ASD for their ESY program. I have...
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Dionna T.


Katonah, NY

$27-35/hr7 yrs exp

working towards my masters to pursue my life goal in the special education field. For about 7 years now, I have been at a school for children with special needs as an assistant, teachers sub, and working as a member on the behavioral support team to help children through their feelings. In addition to this, I have also been...
Dionna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Nicole D.


Wilton, CT

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working with kids for almost 15 years in camps, babysitting, in schools, you name it I have probably done it! I have experience with special needs and sick children.. I love to do crafts with kids, creative play, take the kids outside, and baking with the kids. A little about me I love to read, go on hikes, build...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Amy R.


Danbury, CT

$18/hr3 yrs exp

I have experience with child care since I was 15. I have a 3-year-old nephew that I've taken care of as well as younger cousins. I enjoy working and being around children. Besides taking care of children I also currently work at a kid's shoe store. I help a bunch of different families, some kids who even have special needs so I...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
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Elizabeth N.


Danbury, CT

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun, P/t, Responsible, Punctual, Flexible, Caregiver Available

Hi My name is Liz. I am a 25 yr Brookfield resident. I am 52, a mom of 2 grown children & looking for p/t work. Although I have never been an OFFICIAL (pd) "nanny" or adult caregiver before, I have held jobs teaching at schools, camps & my own businesses. This involved taking care of and being solely responsible for their well...
My mom is an Occupational Therapist and I have assisted her at times with children who had Cerebral Palsy.
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Meghan M.


Katonah, NY

$23-28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Who Fully Engaged. Efficient At Following Routines.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of caregiver experience with child with and without special needs. As well as adults with special needs. I have a vehicle with a clean driving record. I have a 2-year-old who is my world. She has an amazing routine. I am able to prepare healthy meals. I can also do laundry and keep a tidy house. I have...
Meghan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Dinaja L.


Danbury, CT

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

I have 10+ years of experience with elderly and I also have 3 children of my own. I am a very responsible, honest, reliable and hard working natural caregiver. I can cook, clean, and recording any medical needs ( such as vital signs/intake/output ) recording and documenting daily needs also meds and assist with doctor's...
Dinaja can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Vanessa S.


South Salem, NY

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

I am All Perfectly, And Wonderfully Made

Hi, my name is Vanessa. And I am 44 years old and I'm currently looking for some work in my neighborhood. Something to keep busy in the mornings, Kids are special to me, especially having a grandson with special needs. Love and patience is my number one priority for a child's development.
Vanessa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
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Leila C.


Danbury, CT

$22-28/hr8 yrs exp

I have 7 years experience working with special education children. I have taken many child development courses and received a certificate of completion specially for special education.
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Mimi B.


Danbury, CT

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Feeding. I am a 22-year-old mom in the Danbury area. I have an 18-month-old daughter. I have reliable transportation I am currently a certified nurses aide I work in there assistant living nursing home in which I work with dementia and Alzheimer's I enjoy...
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Felipe F.


Danbury, CT

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

I am a person who is very dedicated to my work. I love to serve, to help, to feel useful, to feel that through me I can help families and people who, with just a smile and good treatment, can feel loved, heard and respected.
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Dinaja L.


Danbury, CT

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

I have 10+ years of experience with elderly and I also have children of my own. I am a very responsible, honest, reliable and hard working woman. I can cook, clean, and recording any medical needs ( such as vital signs/intake/output ) recording and documenting daily needs also meds and assist with doctor's appointments and...
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Elizabeth N.


Danbury, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Mature, Caring Responsible P/T Care Giver Available!

My name is Liz N. I am a Brookfield, CT resident, a 52 yr old mom of 2 (ALMOST empty nest) I enjoy working with both children and the elderly. I originally was an edu major at Pace University. I have taught horseback riding to children, run summer camps and been a sub for the Brookfield School System as an aide for special...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Lindsay N.


Bethel, CT

$22-50/hr3 yrs exp

Willing To Help With Experience

Hi! I am a current paraeducator who is looking to work a 2nd job! I have experience with autistic children and teenagers but am open to working with all ages.

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