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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Waterford, CT

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

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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Danah K.


Waterford, CT

$31-35/hr

Occupational Therapist Student

Hi my name is Danah! I am occupational therapy doctoral student who is on their last fieldwork. I have worked with children and adults of all disorders.
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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...
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Jessica K.


Waterford, CT

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I am a passionate graduate student at Gallaudet University, currently embarking on my second year of studies. My journey in education has led me to work closely with children spanning from 6 months to 24 years old, addressing a wide spectrum of needs. Through this experience, I have honed my skills in supporting...
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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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: Hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, personal care, errands & more
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Julia C.


New London, CT

$18-25/hr15 yrs exp

Former Children's Museum Educator With Tons Of Caretaking Experience

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I am the eldest of 13 Cousins and have been baby sitting for as long as I can remember unofficially, and in a more formal capacity. I have experience caring for newborns all the way up to middle schoolers, and I have a great deal of experience with special needs and spectrum children as well. I am comfortable one on one as well...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Julia is absolutely wonderful. She is thoughtful, communicative, punctual, and trustworthy. She approaches babysitting with supreme professionalism and genuine care. Our daughter really took to her and so did our dog! (Between us/the parents and our daughter and...

Leigh S.

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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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 10 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: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"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 punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very...

Rebecca S.

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Joann R.


Gales Ferry, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver.

Hired by 4 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:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"The best ever! Joann provides the type of care you expect from an NAEYC accredited facility. Top notch! She instantly created a bond with my son, because she is committed to making him her focus. I truly appreciate her flexibility in my scheduling, and her...

Marina R.

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
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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: Respite care, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Waterford, CT

Julia C.

5.0

Julia did awesome with my boys, they get very excited when we let them know she is coming to look after them. I am so happy we found such a kind, caring, and dependable person to watch over my little ones when mom and dad need a night away.

- Marissa G.

Arielle S.

5.0

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 punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very much. We look forward to having her...

- Rebecca S.

Joann R.

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 memories they had with her. She would...

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Sara R.

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 the NICU to his lasting severe...

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