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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Vernon Rockville, CT

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Vernon Rockville, CT

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Heather H.


Andover, CT

$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Understand How Important Your Kids Are

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I am a full time dental hygienist who specializes in children with special needs at my job. I spent many years as a single foster parent to teenagers and have made my family through this wonderful, and at times challenging, experience. But my daughter is older now and off to college. I miss having her around. I enjoy children....
Heather can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alison S.


Manchester, CT

$17-25/hr • 15 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available (Special Needs/Autism Experience)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I started babysitting when I was 14 to supplement my part-time job as an after-school caregiver/tutor at my K-12 school. When my niece was born, I became her part-time nanny and have had the privilege of caring for her on a regular basis until she was nine--she's 17 now, and we're still extremely close. I lived in NYC for the...
Alison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Laurie M.


Glastonbury, CT

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Caregiver

Retiree with over 20+ years experience working with children with special needs. Sufficient life skills and qualifications to meet the needs caring for children from newborn to 18 years of age. Patient, loving, responsible with impeccable driving record.
Laurie can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Krista M.


Manchester, CT

$17-21/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Exceptional Children.

I have 7 years of experience. I have worked with children with Special Needs and their families. I am empathetic to your child's needs, as well as the parents.
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Brieana P.


Broad Brook, CT

$19-23/hr • 8 yrs exp

The best words to describe myself is reliable, caring and hardworkinf. I have many years of experience with infants, children and adults with disabilities. I've worked as a Para, an aide in a nursing home and also private home care along with direct support with adults with disabilities at a day program.
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Julia K.


Bolton, CT

$45/hr • 5 yrs exp

High School Student

Hello! My name is Julia and I am a pediatric occupational therapist! Looking to help out local families.
I have never cared for a special needs child, but certainly would not hesitate. I am very loving, fun, and patient and would be a great caregiver for any child or adult. I helped my grandparents out a lot, and have some minimal experience with elderly.
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Patrick M.


Coventry, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I have several years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I have worked as a paraprofessional in a school setting, worked as a Personal Care Assistant, and currently work as a social worker with adults with developmental disabilities.
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Amber M.


East Hartford, CT

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Started When I Was 10

When I was 10, I was responsible for my 6 and 4 yr old cousins after school; I would walk them home form school, prepare a snack and help with homework until dinner. When I was 12 I was a nanny for a family with an infant (2 weeks old) and would go with them on vacations or when they had a night out. At 14 the sister of that...
Amber can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lauren D.


Coventry, CT

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

I have worked in special education for 15 years. I am trained in many reading and math programs to help tutor students with disabilities. I have a lot of patience and compassion for children to succeed.
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Patrick M.


Coventry, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

I have been a babysitter for the past 14 years. I have also directed an after school program and summer camp for several years. I have worked with children and adults with special needs. I have experience with children and youth of all ages.
Patrick can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Michelle F.


Manchester, CT

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have a degree in Early Education, I've worked as a preschool teacher and a nanny for over 13 years. I have experience with multiples and have also worked as a support for individuals with special needs. I have worked with families in their homes and have great references from long term caregiving positions. Please let me know...
Skills:

Early Education

CNA

Special Needs Care

I'm a caregiver and have experience assisting anyone in need, child, teen or senior, I took care of my late special need son for 10 years and have been working with the elderly for more then 12 years. I speak 3 languages, Portuguese, Spanish and English. I like to cook, and I'm very loving and caring. If you need I can give good...
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Joslin C.


Manchester, CT

$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Compassionate Care For Your Loved Ones !

Hi! I'm Joslin, new to Connecticut from New York. As a mother of two special needs children, I understand the unique challenges of caregiving. My experience includes being my mother's aide after her stroke, where I provided compassionate support and personal care. While I'm not formally trained yet, I plan to pursue training...
Joslin can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, respite care, meal prep & more
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Kathryn P.


Glastonbury, CT

$17/hr • 6 yrs exp

Able to care for children that have disabilities and provide what is needed for them. Participated in several groups (Unified Basketball and Unified Theater) that involved me to work with students.
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Aeris M.


Manchester, CT

$17/hr • 4 yrs exp

Weekend/Summertime Babysitter

I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. My youngest siblings were born when I was 11 and I helped raise them until where they are now. Diapers and all. I also have years of experience outside my own family babysitting for all ages. I do have experience with children of special needs or medical needs. I am no stranger...
Aeris can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Michelle F.


Manchester, CT

$17-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

I worked for a caring hand for 5 years. I am pca certified and currently work with a special needs woman part time.
Michelle can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Sarah E.


Manchester, CT

$17-32/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time/ Part-Time Caregiver

I am currently working for a before and after school program and looking to supplement my income and afford some fun things with my teenage son. I am CPR and 1st aid certified. I also am trained for epi pen injections. I have worked with both special needs kids and kids with dietary needs. I have worked with kids from newborn to...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
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Christen W.


Manchester, CT

$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Until the end of August I have an open schedule, afterwards I would only be available after school hours (depending on location) or weekends I've been working with special-needs kids for about six years now I started in an Academy for those with a variety of special needs and a variety of functionality(anywhere from nonverbal...
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Kevin W.


Manchester, CT

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Independent Living Skills Trainer

I have experience working with different individuals of all ages and needs. From the mentally challenged to ABI/TBI. Performing various task like transport to doctors' appointments, handling finances, personal care, using a hoyer lift with certain individuals that required it. I have worked with individuals who required the use...

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