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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Southington, CT

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Southington, CT

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

Review for Genienne G. by Cornieta W.

Suzanne has been our son's nanny for more than a year. She's reliable and on time, and is always willing to be flexible, lend a hand around

Review for Suzanne E. by Kristy M.

Jacqueleene has been an absolute treasure. Very loyal, very punctual never have to worry about her not showing up haven't gone through many

Review for Jacquelene C. by Edward M.

Special needs caregivers in Southington, CT

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Amy G.


Southington, CT

$22/hr10 yrs exp

3.0

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Genienne G.


Southington, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

*UPDATE * Hello all. I have a Nanny job but may still take one time jobs on days I am off. 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 am...
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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Carla G.


Southington, CT

$17-19/hr7 yrs exp

Mom/Special Ed Para/CNA

I have always enjoyed working with kids/people who have special needs. I'm a natural caregiver & a dependable person. I have worked as s CNA at The Alzheimer's Resource Center & Mulberry Gardens both in Southington. Once my son was in school full time I got a job as a Special Ed Para in an elementary school. I am available...
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Taylor C.


Southington, CT

$17-21/hr

ABA Behavioral Therapist

I currently work as a Behavioral Therapist offering in-school and in-home ABA therapy. I work with children and teens diagnosed with Autism to improve social and communication skills through reinforcement, discrete trial training, contingency systems, and modeling. My passion includes working with children and making a positive...
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Kelsie D.


Southington, CT

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

Behavior Technician

I have going on three years of experience in a public school program focusing on promoting functional lives for primarily students with Autism and other related learning and cognitive disabilities :) I have skills in changing diapers, behavior support/management/PMT, deescalation strategies, and promoting a fun and positive...
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Amanda C.


Southington, CT

$23-50/hr5 yrs exp

Childcare Provider With 5 Years Experience

Hi! I'm Amanda! I have been babysitting and watching over kids from a young age. Even when I was too young to babysit on my own, I would help out in my church nursery as often as I was allowed to. I was also a mother's helper for a mother with a toddler and infant twins. I worked at a daycare with mostly infants and toddlers for...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lilith C.


Southington, CT

$16-50/hr16 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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Suzanne E.


Berlin, CT

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, there! I'm an experienced caregiver and companion comfortable with special needs children and adults. I'm certified through DDS for individualized day and personal support. I'm generally available for part time or occasional requests. Please feel free to contact me to discuss your situation and see if we could be a good fit....
Suzanne can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Suzanne has a loving and thoughtful approach to everything she does in life, and especially to the children she works with. It is important to her to build a relationship with each child individually, and she does that while simultaneously holding children...

Anna R.

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Theresa M.


Waterbury, CT

$20-25/hr10 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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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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Andrea K.


New Britain, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Children

I'm a mother of 2 grown children and a grandmother of two. I was class Mom for both of my children during their 5-12th grade. Children love me. I'm very active yet calm, focused and kind. I've cared for 4 special needs patients this year and am educated in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as other methods of care.
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Andrea watched our child for a few months to bridge us to day care. She's very attentive and loved to stay active with our very busy girl."

Melissa L.

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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, light cleaning, 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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Alyssa I.


Terryville, CT

$25-40/hr4 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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Sara H.


Plymouth, CT

$25-50/hr8 yrs exp

Occasional Babysitter Who Can't Wait To Meet You!

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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...

Luka K.

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Christina B.


Waterbury, CT

$20/hr10 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, 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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Sam O.


Farmington, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi all! My name is Sam and I have over 10 years of experience in babysitting and special needs care. I am a mental health counselor specializing in children's behavioral health and have significant experience working with children of all ages and abilities. Specifically, I have worked with children with ADHD, ODD, depression,...
Sam can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She has helped out with Vacation Bible School and in the church nursery. She is very good with children. Dependable, mature, caring and loving. I've watched her grow up into a very responsible teen. I would definitely hire her to watch our children here at the...

Cynthia D.

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Sandra W.


New Britain, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Good day! Well, I started out working with autistic and developmentally disabled teens in California. I also worked at the YWCA with children K through 5 before and after school as a teacher. Some of the students attending were autistic or had ADHD. Now I am a behavior therapist working with autistic children one on one in the...
5.0
"Sandra takes her work seriously and was so wonderful with my mother that was in her 90s and had dementia. She always engaged in conversation and made sure she ate and took her meds. My mom passed in 2013 at age 94 and am glad Sandra was there to help when I had to...

Anna B.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am very reliable, trustworthy and patient. I love just being able to help and watch children grow and learn. This is a great experience because I can see them develop into the person that they will be one day. I can also help them learn and grow.
4.0
"Chelsea responded quickly and was professional and sweet."

Jennifer S.

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Theresa M.


Waterbury, CT

$20-25/hr10 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, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Theresa is very kindhearted. She loves to help people in need. I know I can rely on her. She's hard working and very reliable."

Danielle G.

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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: Errands, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"He was kind, trustworthy, patient and trustworthy."

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Ratings for Southington, CT special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Southington, CT are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.