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60 special needs caregivers are listed in West Hartford, CT

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in West Hartford, CT

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Chelsea R.


Berlin, CT

$17-25/hr

4.5

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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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Sam O.


Farmington, CT

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

My friends daughter was very special needs and I would spend a lot of time playing with her and I would help to feed her and give her medicine anytime it was needed. I love to help kids who can't help themselves. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old so I have almost 7 years of experience. I have my own reliable car...
5.0
"She is a very bubbly, fun person. She loves children and enjoys playing with them. She is very caring and watches for any sign of distress in the children."

Nichole L.

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Suzanne E.


Berlin, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Super Nanny

I love to help parents with every aspect of child care and homemaking. Everyone needs and extra pair of helping hands from time to time to make a busy life work!
5.0
"We hire Suzanne several times a year to house sit and care for our dog when we travel, She's top of the line, as far as we're concerned: trustworthy, upbeat, professional, flexible, great with dogs, goes above and beyond. Not only that, she's truly pleasant and is...

Jama C.

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Michael M.


Rocky Hill, CT

$30-50/hr9 yrs exp

Specialized Mentor, Tutor, And Friend

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Mike! I am a 30-year-old special ed teacher living in Rocky Hill. I have been working in special ed for 9 years, specializing in adolescents (age 11-21) with challenging behaviors. I was a founding member of The Mill School in VT, a cutting edge school for this population. I currently teach math and science at Venture...
5.0
"Michael worked with my daughter through her freshman year this year. He provided homework help, studied for quizzes, tests, midterms & finals and previewed projects. His support of my daughter’s academics were invaluable and made the difference in preparing her...

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Nicole M.


Berlin, CT

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm CPR/First Aid certified. I have over 10 years of experience working in the childcare field. I'm also a Sign Language Interpreter and proficient in Spanish. I have experience working with infants, toddlers, and children with special needs. I have a drivers license. Date: 2024 To whom it may concern, I would like to...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Nicole is one of the best babysitters my son has had. She keeps him engaged and is so patient with him. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a babysitter/ nanny!"

Brooke L.

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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.

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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, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Ramona H.


Rocky Hill, CT

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My Name is Ramona and I am available for a part time position. Some background about me is I've been working in childcare for roughly 5 years. Since 2020 I have worked with multiple families as a nanny, on a schedule or on an as needed basis. I have taken a plethora of college classes pertaining to children such as early...
Ramona can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Great experience. My child liked them. "

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Heidi S.


Wethersfield, CT

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Super Summer Nanny

I am a mom of 2 grown children who works in an elementary school and majored in Education in college. I have about 40 years experience in child care and education. I have helped raise 11 nieces, nephews and great nephews. I currently work in an elementary school with special needs children aiding with their classroom work and...
Heidi can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a licensed early intervention Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP) in the state of CT. I have been practicing for 2. 5 years, and working with children with special needs for 8 years. I specialize in toddlers and preschoolers, but I love working with children of all ages. I CANNOT provide direct speech therapy intervention...
Skills:

CPR

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Abigail G.


Wethersfield, CT

$19-25/hr2 yrs exp

Paraprofessional

I have worked as a paraprofessional for nearly two years for Ellington public schools. I have experience working in their MAP program which specializes in autism and other developmental delays. I also have experience working with students who have other behavioral issues.
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Amanda G.


Avon, CT

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Over the summer, l work at a summer camp where hundreds of children come. l have had personal experiences with children with disabilities/mental disorders. I feel like all kids have something to teach us and l hope to be able to learn from your child(ren) too.
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Asiah S.


New Britain, CT

$17-22/hr9 yrs exp

I am the older sister of 8 other siblings. Being a caregiver is natural for me. I started professionally working with kids in 2016 as a counselor for elementary school aged children, including children with special needs. In 2018 I started working as a daycare teacher with infants up to age 5, including children with special...
Asiah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I'm a nurturing and responsible caregiver with more than 4 years of experience providing a safe and nurturing environment for children of various ages. 2 years experience in a home setting, and 2 years experience working in a Special Needs School. I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lindsey S.


Plainville, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Caring And Compassionate

Hello, I'm Lindsey!! I am looking for part time work and believe I would be a great fit for someone with special needs. I am a quick learner and very passionate about building connections and relationships with children and people. I have worked with children of all ages from various backgrounds with various developmental and...
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Adriana R.


Plainville, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have experience in caring for children of all ages and with disabilities as well. Besides complete and trustworthy childcare my agenda also includes doing projects, homework, reading and tutoring. I am able to prepare light meals, go food shopping, run errands, and do light housekeeping. I have obtained valuable experience...
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Madeline S.


New Britain, CT

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I teach Special Education grades K-5 during the school year. I am available to assist after school or on weekends. I love being a Special Education teacher and would love to help out a family at home if needed.
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Lena E.


Farmington, CT

$27-40/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher Looking To Nanny Part-time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lena and I am a preschool teacher who is looking to nanny. I have been working as a preschool teacher for 15 years and just completed my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I absolutely love children - I have raised two that are now in college and have worked as a teacher since I was 22 years old. I...
Lena can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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Paola E.


New Britain, CT

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Hello! My name is Paola. I am 24 years old, native from Puerto Rico. I am a graduate student at CCSU. Around my community I was known for being everyone's baby sitter. I've had experience with babies through teens. I've also enjoyed babysitting kids with special needs. When I was little I got the experience of having a few...
Paola can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
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Jess R.


Plainville, CT

$26-32/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced With Special Needs, Graduate Social Work Student

I am a licensed social worker in CT and I have experience with diagnoses including: Autism, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, ADD, ADHD and emotional dysregulation. If needed, my resume is available upon request....

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Hartford, CT

Chelsea R.

4.0

Chelsea responded quickly and was professional and sweet.

- Jennifer S.

Sam O.

5.0

She is a very bubbly, fun person. She loves children and enjoys playing with them. She is very caring and watches for any sign of distress in the children.

- Nichole L.

Suzanne E.

5.0

We hire Suzanne several times a year to house sit and care for our dog when we travel, She's top of the line, as far as we're concerned: trustworthy, upbeat, professional, flexible, great with dogs, goes above and beyond. Not only that, she's truly pleasant and is obviously a very caring person.

- Jama C.

Michael M.

5.0

Michael worked with my daughter through her freshman year this year. He provided homework help, studied for quizzes, tests, midterms & finals and previewed projects. His support of my daughter’s academics were invaluable and made the difference in preparing her for her coursework. Michael’s...

- Care member

Nicole M.

5.0

Nicole is one of the best babysitters my son has had. She keeps him engaged and is so patient with him. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a babysitter/ nanny!

- Brooke L.

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

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in West Hartford, CT are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.