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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Westbrook, CT

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Westbrook, CT

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Julia C.


New London, CT

$18-25/hr15 yrs exp

Former Children's Museum Educator With Tons Of Caretaking Experience

5.0

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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, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Rachael T.


Branford, CT

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rachael, and I am graduating Vanderbilt University with my M. Ed. this May. I am a certified elementary and special education teacher. I am able and willing to care for children with special needs or behavioral challenges. In general, I have a lot of experience taking care of children. I have worked for one family...
Rachael can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachael was instrumental in helping my son boost his reading skills. Her ability to make the work “fun” and her encouraging feedback was pivotal to him not only reading at grade level but surpassing that to now reading a full grade above standards. I’d highly...

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Mariah M.


Middletown, CT

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

CNA, Caregiver For Special Needs As Well As Seniors

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I feel there is no other rewarding job than to help people and make a difference in someone's life. I am a very caring, lovable and outgoing person. I feel like I have a special way with children as well as adults and seniors. I'm able to build a great relationship and able to gain their trust with them, no problem. I am...
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Sarah S.


Branford, CT

$17-30/hr8 yrs exp

Extensive Experience With Special Needs

For 8 years I lived and worked in intentional communities for people with developmental disabilities. I've helped people use the restroom, bath, feed themselves, supported at work, home skills and more. I've worked with verbal and nonverbal people too.
5.0
"We met Sarah while looking for someone to care for our dogs while my partner and I were away for a week. I found her attentive and thoughtful energy to be relieving as we haven't been away from our pups for this long! She managed wonderfully with our dog's daily...

erin B.

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Niya E.


Middletown, CT

$17/hr4 yrs exp

I Am A College Student Looking For Work While I'm Home On Break!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a recent psychology grad from Worcester State University and am looking for night or weekend babysitting/ care giving as I am in between undergrad and grad school. I have experience with children ages 3 months-17 years old. I have also worked with adults and elderly in rehabilitation and nursing homes. I have experience...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Rachel R.


North Branford, CT

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Calm, Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Rachel! I'm 25 years old and graduated in 2016 with a degree in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies. Experience: I've babysat for families with multiple kids ranging from 8 months - 16 years old, including those Autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder. I've worked as a social skills group...
5.0
"Rachel is a phenomenal caregiver. She treats others with the utmost respect, is timely, and has a sincerely positive outlook that is very encouraging. She is responsible and keeps focused at the task at hand all while being present and insightful. Any family...

Tessa G.

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Rachel R.


North Branford, CT

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Hello!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Rachel! I'm 28 years old and graduated in 2016 with a degree in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies. Experience: I've babysat for families with multiple kids ranging from 2 months - 14 years old. I've worked as a camp counselor, and as a social skills group facilitator for kids with Autism and...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel has been wonderful with our 15-month-old daughter! We needed a nanny for five weeks and she has been very caring and thoughtful with her. She’s an excellent communicator and has been flexible with us. So happy to have found her!"

Care member

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Dawn V.


Waterford, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible Full-Time Child Care Provider/Nanny

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


Middletown, CT

$28-35/hr5 yrs exp

Personal Caregiver For Mature Aged

Hi! My name is Caroline and I love caring for all people! My background includes caring for special needs children to 92! I love being a companion! I am well versed in bathing, dressing, light housekeeping, meal prep, med prep and errands. I love to play cards, crochet, take walks, chit-chat and can find happiness in just about...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
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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:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Helen B.


East Hampton, CT

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Problem Solver And Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over 20 years experience in both public and private sectors. Creative problem solver with excellent organizational skills. Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst. I'm also available for respite care.
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Meghan W.


East Hampton, CT

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Child Care

I am a very caring and passionate caregiver who has experience working with varying types of special needs. I've recently moved to GA from CT where I worked as a foster care case manager for child with medically-complex diagnoses. These including disorders such as: Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Chromosome Disorders, Seizure Disorders,...
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Amanda M.


Salem, CT

$17-19/hr4 yrs exp

I currently work in a school full time with students with autism and as an RBT in the afternoon. I am in grad school for special education currently (all online). I plan to be a behavior analyst once I am done!
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...

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

First Aid

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Danielle T.


Colchester, CT

$17-21/hr10 yrs exp

Mom With Morning Hours Available

I have school age kids and work from home in the evening so I am available for morning hours. I have many years of babysitting experience both professionally and personally . I also volunteer weekly at my church in the classroom. I especially love babies and toddlers and am willing to work with special needs as well
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Meghan W.


East Hampton, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Meghan! I'm 32 years old with about 15 years of experience working with children. Before I graduated from college in 2014, I had numerous child care jobs with kids who were anywhere from 2 months-12 years old. After graduating, I got a job as a case manager at a foster care agency where I worked for three years. In...
Meghan can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Megan B.


Higganum, CT

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Megan and I am from Higganum CT and I currently work as a Young Toddler teacher at an Early Learning Center. I have worked with children for about 12 years. I have worked in many different settings, including at home nannying, camp counselor, early childhood education at a learning center, etc. I have worked very...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Niya E.


Middletown, CT

$17-25/hr

Occupational Therapy Student

I'm a junior OT student looking to further my experience working with special needs children and adolescents! I am very outgoing, patient and reliable! I have 6 years of experience working with children ranging from ages 6 months-14 years old. I have worked with special needs children at summer camp and am looking to pursue an...
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Ayabulela M.


Niantic, CT

$22-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Aide/ HHA

Hello Fam My name is Ayabulela (Aya) and I'm 29 years old. My first experience caring for those with Special Needs was with my niece. She was born deaf and that gave me a driving force to pursue my studies in Social Work. I'm an advocate for vulnerable groups (children, persons living with disabilities and seniors) and it gives...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Westbrook, 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.

Rachael T.

5.0

Rachael was fantastic! She provided great care to our twin toddlers and newborn. I would definitely hire her again! Thank you Rachael!

- Dylan K.

Sarah S.

5.0

We met Sarah while looking for someone to care for our dogs while my partner and I were away for a week. I found her attentive and thoughtful energy to be relieving as we haven't been away from our pups for this long! She managed wonderfully with our dog's daily medicines and brought in our...

- erin B.

Rachel R.

5.0

Rachel is a phenomenal caregiver. She treats others with the utmost respect, is timely, and has a sincerely positive outlook that is very encouraging. She is responsible and keeps focused at the task at hand all while being present and insightful. Any family would be lucky to share their days...

- Tessa G.

Rachel R.

5.0

Rachel has been wonderful with our 15-month-old daughter! We needed a nanny for five weeks and she has been very caring and thoughtful with her. She’s an excellent communicator and has been flexible with us. So happy to have found her!

- Care member

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Westbrook, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.