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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Waterford, CT

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

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

Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was

Review for Arielle S. by Rebecca S.

Joanne was my saving grace. She was absolutely wonderful with my 2 daughters (now 6 and 13) while she was with us. Unfortunately kids grow

Review for Joann R. by Care member

Sara has been our nanny for about 5 months now and she is amazing! My son gets so excited to see her every time she walks in the door!! She

Review for Sara R. by Care member

Special needs caregivers in Waterford, CT

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Dawn V.


Waterford, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible Full-Time Child Care Provider/Nanny

5.0

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I have experience working with children with some challenges. I have experience in learning, social and emotional fields.
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Sandra G.


Waterford, CT

$20-27/hr

Special Needs Care

I have experience with special needs care from being a special needs paraprofessional in public school. I can provide compassion and companionship, along with general care.
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Jennifer B.


Waterford, CT

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Wellness Caregiver

I have experience working with a senior who had Cerebal Palsy and used a wheelchair. I am reliable, compassionate and dedicated.
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Angela T.


Waterford, CT

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have worked with older adults and special needs people who have mental and physical disabilities over the summer, at Camp Harnkess. I was taught how to do lifts, help with direct care such as showering, brushing teeth, getting dressed, mobility, and feeding. I feel that I got a lot out of this experience, and am always happy...
Hi there! I have worked with children and adults with both physical and mental handicaps - both in group settings and one on one. I spent last summer working with children with chronic and fatal illnesses, many of whom had Autism Spectrum Disorders. Additionally, I nannied for the sweetest gal with CLOVES Syndrome - a rare...
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Desiree E.


Waterford, CT

$40/hr8 yrs exp

Seasoned & Spirited =)

Hello! My name is Desiree. I am 31 years old. I have been working with children since age 16. A little about me: I worked as a para-professional through out college with special needs children as well as served as a in home care giver for a 60-year-old women suffering from lupus. I've worked as an in home nanny out of college...
Desiree can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Lizbeth M.


Waterford, CT

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Montessori Mom

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

OFFERING NANNY SERVICES OR Emergency babysitter. Are you looking for a fun, energetic, and creative nanny to care for your little ones? Look no further! I am a stay-at-home mom with a passion for childcare and I am available all year round to care for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers. I'm a social studies teacher and I have...
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Desiree E.


Waterford, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider (Live-in or out)

My name is Desiree. I am 31 years old from NLC. A little about me... I worked as a para-professional through out college with special needs children as well as served as a in home care giver for a 60-year-old women suffering from lupus. I've worked as an in home nanny out of college for a few years before starting the job I have...
Desiree can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
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Emily H.


East Lyme, CT

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Full Time Caregiver/babysitter/nanny Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families, My name is Emily and I am 29 years old and have both and undergraduate degree in human development and family studies and a masters degree in school psychology. I have worked with children of all ages from infants as young as 3 months to students with special needs age 20+ that have aged out of k-12 education,...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Joann R.


Gales Ferry, CT

$17-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a professional nanny for over 20 years after working as a legal assistant. I am also a mother and grandmother of two, both attending college. I am originally from Washington State with residency in Connecticut for 13 years; I currently, occasionally take care of the sweetest little boy with autism. It has been a...
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Arielle S.


Mystic, CT

$23-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time And Occasional Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 15 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
Arielle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We were 100% comfortable leaving our children with Arielle. She easily connected with our 7yo while also navigating the chaos of our toddler and infant smoothly. Arielle is a breeze to communicate with. She was punctual and dependable. I would highly recommend...

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Joann R.


Gales Ferry, CT

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of one and grandmother of two. I have worked as a professional nanny for many years after working as a legal assistant. I have had many long-term positions - newborns, twin infants, toddler/preschool, school-age and special needs; I am blessed to still see the former families. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified (a...
Joann can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Joanne was my saving grace. She was absolutely wonderful with my 2 daughters (now 6 and 13) while she was with us. Unfortunately kids grow up, but we consider her family. My daughters still talk about her, and ask when she’s “watching us again”. So many good...

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Sara R.


Uncasville, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Energetic

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years experience as an instructional assistant in an elementary school working with children from ages 3 to 11, including special needs. I have 2 grown children and a 19-month-old grandchild that I've cared for since birth. I am looking for a long term position in which I am able to watch your children grow and get to...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"- [ ] Sara has been our nanny since October. She quickly became part of our family helping care for our 2 year old intermittently and then full time with our son who was born in December. Our son had challenging GI issues and Sara stepped right in from him being in...

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Anita Q.


Niantic, CT

$17-22/hr9 yrs exp

I work with young children and I also have experience with special needs kids and I work with seniors as well.
Anita can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Emily Y.


New London, CT

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I am a 25-year-old experienced childcare worker. I am a patient, compassionate, kind, and reliable person who loves working with children. I love the outdoors and being active, and I have a passion for helping others. My past experience includes working with children with special needs (ages 3-21), including children with...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
I have years of experience from working in group homes to working in personal clients homes. I would love to help someone in need. I would also like to learn new things and experience new things and I have a perfect reference for my last client that I was caring for who unfortunately passed away.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I would describe myself as a responsible, caring and fun person. I love kids and I enjoy babysitting! I have 4 years of experience working with kids. I have worked as an intervention specialist and tutor for special needs children. My most recent job was as a special education teacher. I'm also bilingual and always do my best in...
Jhanira can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Leana P.


New London, CT

$20-28/hr4 yrs exp

4 year's experience as a nurse with dementia patients and elderly. Previously a caregiver for special needs elderly in Massachusetts.
Leana can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Lois A.


Old Lyme, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Elder Care /

I have over 20 years experience working with adults and children, I have worked with hospice patients special needs children and adults and pretty much anything you need. I am CPR trained , First aide trained. I also am med. certified and fully vaccinated. If you are looking for companionship, errand services , meal prep, help...
Lois can also help with: Dementia, errands, mobility assistance, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

My name is Bheki and I am a 35-year-old father of 3 beautiful kids. I work as a direct associate for the kids and seniors with disabilities. I have worked for the same companies for almost four years now. I have a lot of respect for the my brothers and sisters with disabilities. I know for a fact that they can do more then we...

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