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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Waterbury, CT

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Waterbury, CT

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Eulendar L.


Waterbury, CT

$21/hr4 yrs exp

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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

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Marissa M.


Waterbury, CT

$17-20/hr8 yrs exp

Fun & Smiley Sitter

I have multiple years of experience with children. I am an assistant director/ choreographer of a dance studio. I run the entire "pre-school program" which teaches children ages 1. 5-7 years old. I have experience as a substitute teacher and am currently enrolled in a masters program to become a high school biology teacher. I...
Marissa can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Elise A.


Waterbury, CT

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I currently do night nursing for newborns. I also do nanny and provide overnight services. I currently work for DDS. I have experience from newborns to seniors. I live in Waterbury CT and specialize in special needs. I also enjoy doing laundry and light housekeeping. I'm interested in serving your family! Please message me...
Elise can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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
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Leida L.


Waterbury, CT

$8-25/hr2 yrs exp

Leida holds a degree in education, specializing in the compassionate care of children with special needs.
Leida can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care

Sharon M.


Waterbury, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Care Available

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've worked as a CNA for over 20 yrs. I'm patient, reliable, and trusting. I'm CPR, first aid, and medication certified. I'm a non smoker and also worked as a direct caregiver for people with special needs. I'm able to complete jobs that I inquire about without problems or issues.. Thank you, Sharon M.
Sharon can also help with: Visiting nurse, hospice services, respite care, dementia, live-in home care, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Sharon is awesome! She is very caring, and has high standards for cleanliness."

Sheryl L.

Sharon M.


Waterbury, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs for Adults and Children

I've worked as a CNA for many years and I am able to provide care for those with special needs, including ADL, meal preparation, laundry and light housekeeping. I am currently CPR, first aid and Med. certified.

Nancy S.


Waterbury, CT

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Helping Hands

Hello, I am a grandmother of two beautiful girls! While raising my daughter, I also took care of additional children in my home. I have experience working with special needs children. I am patient, kind, and understanding of children's needs. I currently work as a cafeteria manager in an elementary school. I am looking to help...
Nancy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Sharon M.


Waterbury, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with all types of children, especially those with special needs. I'm CPR first aid and medication certified I'm able to complete any job that I require about without issues or problems Thank you. Sharon M.
Sharon can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Linda G.


Naugatuck, CT

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Linda's Blessed Hand's

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My experiences as a Caregiver has given me the opportunity to learn about the personal needs of others. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situation. I have experience with Paraplegic, Mental Health Population, Cerebral Palsy, Children, Elderly, Physical Disabilities, Intellectual...
5.0
"Linda learns quickly. She is respectful, joyful and energetic. She engages my daughter and makes her smile and laugh. She is loving and attentive to needs as well as intuitively connecting with her by sharing news of her day, funny stories or whatever. She is...

Lili K.

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Meghan S.


Oakville, CT

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible Early Morning Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. When I was 18, I spent a year as an aide in a school for children with special needs; it was a very rewarding experience. As a mom of four, I continued caring for others' children to help supplement the family income. Now, as a certified nurse's aide working with the elderly, I...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"I've known Meghan for quite some years now. Originally I brought her in to help care for my ailing Grandparents and she stayed with us for a few years and as time went on she transitioned into the role of caring for my children/household when I returned to work....

Nicole C.

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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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Robert S.


Wolcott, CT

$16-22/hr1 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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Denise S.


Oxford, CT

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hello, my name is Denise and for the past 15+yrs I have worked alongside families with loved ones with autism, both young and adult. I would prefer to stay local, Oxford, Southbury, Woodbury area however would travel further for the right family. Thank you for reading my profile!
5.0
"Very professional, knowledgeable, and outgoing. Seems to be a hard worker. Very personable."

Allyson D.

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Tyla S.


Naugatuck, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Trustworthy Mom Of Two Looking To Babysit/nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I know how hard it can be to trust someone new with your little ones because I am a mom too. Rest assured that I will give the same love, care and attention to your children that I would my own. I like to play and dance to music, arts and crafts, play outside, do a sensory activity or maybe even bake a special treat. I have...
Tyla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I don’t have enough good things to say about Tyla! I was really worried bringing someone on to watch my only baby, but as soon as I met her she put me right at ease. She’s amazing with my baby and I’m so thankful we found her!"

Care member

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Betzaida S.


Plymouth, CT

$20/hr10 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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Christina Z.


Beacon Falls, CT

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Friendly Caregiver

I took care of three clients with special needs. I worked there for six years, I helped with bathing, food preparation, house chores, and taking the clients to doctor appointments. I also took care of two clients from Care. com. One for three years and the other for two years. I love to talk, and I'm a happy and upbeat person.
Christina can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, transportation & more
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Malissa C.


Naugatuck, CT

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hello. My name is Malissa. I am a honest, loving, patient, and caring certified nurses aide with 15 plus years experience. I have also worked with children with special needs (behavior programs, etc) CPR and first aid certified. Above all I am a loving, dedicated, devoted, responsible mother of 3 amazing children. Two which are...
Malissa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Chelsey P.


Wolcott, CT

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Sitter, Companion, Pet Care

I am a mom to one boy(4) and step mom to a girl (5) and a boy (8). During the school year I drive a school bus but am open to a permanent position with the right family. I am comfortable with multiple children and have worked with multiple families including children with special needs. I have been CPR and First Aid certified...
Chelsey can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

My name is Crystal and I've currently been a CNA for 16 years (13 in a nursing home taking care of trachea /vent patients with underlying issues). I have experience with a. m/p. m care, incontinence care, feeds ( weather it be orally or g-tube), CPR/ first aid, ADL's, transfers ( ranging from stand pivot, 2 person assist, slide...
5.0
"Always prompt Considerate, respectful always a positive attitude "

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Waterbury, CT

Sharon M.

5.0

Sharon is awesome! She is very caring, and has high standards for cleanliness.

- Sheryl L.

Linda G.

5.0

Linda learns quickly. She is respectful, joyful and energetic. She engages my daughter and makes her smile and laugh. She is loving and attentive to needs as well as intuitively connecting with her by sharing news of her day, funny stories or whatever. She is punctual, reliable, does more than asked...

- Lili K.

Meghan S.

5.0

Meghan is amazing with kids, my daughters absolutely love her! My 4 year old gets so excited when she knows Meghan is coming, she actually plays with the kids the whole time and enjoys it. She always shows up with a smile, and is very friendly and helpful. Would recommend, 100%.

- Jessica T.

Denise S.

5.0

Very professional, knowledgeable, and outgoing. Seems to be a hard worker. Very personable.

- Allyson D.

Tyla S.

5.0

I don’t have enough good things to say about Tyla! I was really worried bringing someone on to watch my only baby, but as soon as I met her she put me right at ease. She’s amazing with my baby and I’m so thankful we found her!

- Care member

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

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Waterbury, CT are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.