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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Willimantic, CT
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Willimantic, CT
Gabrielle L.
Moosup, CT
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Gabrielle. I am 26 with a 1-year-old daughter and an almost 4-year-old son so I have great experience with babies and Children! I have worked with special needs adults as well as children. I have babysat for years since the age of 16. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am a super fun and creative person that...
Gabrielle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gabrielle has watched both of my children and I would hire her again and again! She really puts the time and effort in to make sure the kids are happy and safe while they are in her care. I have no complaints about Gabrielle, she is wonderful!"
Michaela C.
Jamie L.
Norwich, CT
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
I Ensure That Your Children Are In Safe Hands, While Providing A Fun And Stimulating Environment.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am new to Care. com; however, I am not new to childcare or pet care! I am married and have three beautiful stepdaughters (ages 16, 9, and 7) as well as a precious baby of my own (4 months). I am also the fur mom of two dogs and two cats.
I love crafts, baking, and making memories, so I have no problem spending the day...
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known Jamie since she was 16, when she started to baby sit my son for me. He is nonverbal and lower functioning and let me just say how incredibly thankful I was that I found someone who didn’t treat him any differently! We have continued to use her over the...
Care member
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had four years of experience caring for elderly gentlemen. I worked for 2 families, one of which the gentleman had a great deal of special needs. George had a stroke and was physically handicapped and unable to walk or perform any ADL's on his own. I was available to him 24-7 for a period of two years until he passed...
Robert can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, respite care
5.0
"Robert arrived to our appointment punctually and with a great attitude. He offered for any type of care or hours that we needed. He is a great candidate to provide companionship or for help with elderly care"
Julia D.
Daniel W.
Jewett City, CT
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver/Job Coach/Life Coach With Special Needs Adults.
5.0
(5)
My name is Dan. I've been supporting people with mental and physical needs since 1998. I have cared for people in group homes, day programs and private care. I have supported people who are highly involved as far as medical and people who have had considerable behavior issues. I have experience cooking meals following dietary...
5.0
"Dan works part-time for us as a Life Coach for my adult son with Down Syndrome. Dan is largely responsible for after work activities with him. Dan takes my son to Special Olympics practices, and he also encourages my son to maintain fitness by going on hikes,...
Catherine C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently looking to go back into the nanny field after being a paraprofessional in Ellington for the past year. I have over 15 years of experience working with infants, toddler, special needs and school aged children as a nanny for multiple families as well as in multiple childcare settings.
Elyse can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our...
Amanda W.
Savannah C.
Pomfret Center, CT
$18-45/hr • 9 yrs exp
Outgoing, Good With Children, Personable, Patient, And Creative
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm Savannah and I'm a 2019 high school graduate. I've just returned from living in the UK for 6 months working as an Au Pair! I currently work at a daycare as the head preschool teacher and was the head infant teacher before I made my move to the UK. I've worked there for 3 years :)
I started working with children at a young...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is amazing with children. She played with my daughter,...
Chelsie F.
Zoey R.
Manchester, CT
$20-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Zoey! I am 23 years old from Manchester Connecticut. I am fully vaccinated from COVID-19, have a great driving record, no criminal background, and I am not a smoker! I am also fully certified for CPR and first aid, and update that whenever necessary. I am experienced with special needs and medical...
Zoey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Zoey did a great job watching my kids. She followed our instructions, checked in throughout the day, and asked questions if she was unsure. The kids loved their time with her. We will be using her again."
Angela R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. It is a passion of mine to help others. I have experience with adaptive equipment, and special needs.
Mariah can also help with: Companionship, dementia, specialized care, mobility assistance, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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...
Care member
I work at an Elementary with special needs students. I can be prepared for whatever mood they may have with hopes it may change. I am very kind and caring and take pride in doing a good job with any employment I have had.
Lacy can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, companionship, errands, light cleaning
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I worked in an elementary school with special needs. I subbed for grades pre-k to fifth and nannied for two kids ages 6 and 12. I can help with homework as well! I'm also going into nursing school
Juliette can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced care provider with over 25 years of experience caring for both young children and adults with special needs. I currently work part time with individuals with special needs through the state of CT and I am looking for additional care jobs. I provide responsive and nurturing care of young children while...
I have been working with special needs for 15 years. I do my current clients finances, take them to appointments, cook, clean, and help them with their different programs
Courtney can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, companionship, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Mariah M.
Norwich, CT
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience working for DDS as a support for individuals with developmental disabilities as well as physical disabilities. I also have CNA experience working with adolescents of the same nature. I also have a 2-year-old son with severe ASD who is nonverbal so I have some sign language experience as well.
Maya M.
Norwich, CT
$20-40/hr
I have experience with skills and the mental support being these needs. I'm always willing to learn more
Michelle F.
Manchester, CT
$23-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have a degree in Early Education, I've worked as a preschool teacher and a nanny for over 13 years.
I have experience with multiples and have also worked as a support for individuals with special needs.
I have worked with families in their homes and have great references from long term caregiving positions.
Please let me know...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CNA
ICU and Trauma nurse looking to supplement income out of the hospital and into her neighborhood. Would love to help out! Compassionate and experienced.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Rebekah and I am an experienced babysitter/nanny. I have over 10 years of experience with all ranges of children, including special needs, high energy, and multiple children. I have worked in many arenas working with children from summer programs to school based work. I love animals so pets are not a problem at all. I...
Rebekah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Rebecca W.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as
Friendly, kind, and compassionate.
I started caring for people with special needs when
I was right out of high school when I started working in the health care field.
One thing you should know about me is
I am a caring person and will give the best care the I can.
My skills include...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Willimantic, CT
Gabrielle L.
5.0
Gabrielle has watched both of my children and I would hire her again and again! She really puts the time and effort in to make sure the kids are happy and safe while they are in her care. I have no complaints about Gabrielle, she is wonderful!
- Michaela C.
Jamie L.
5.0
Jamie was very flexible and I hired her when another pet sitter was unable to use my stairs. She tended to our 3 cats, two are quite old and even was able to medicate one for us. She was a delight to work with and would hire her again.
- Deborah B.
Robert F.
5.0
Robert arrived to our appointment punctually and with a great attitude. He offered for any type of care or hours that we needed. He is a great candidate to provide companionship or for help with elderly care
- Julia D.
Daniel W.
5.0
Dan is a fantastic individual. Dependable, easy going. Is wonderful with special individuals.
- Leslie B.
Elyse T.
5.0
Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our family. We love her to pieces and I...
- Amanda W.
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