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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Willimantic, CT

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Willimantic, CT

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Maya M.


Norwich, CT

$20-40/hr

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I have experience with skills and the mental support being these needs. I'm always willing to learn more
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Michelle F.


Manchester, CT

$25/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:

Early Education

CNA

Special Needs Care

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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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Amanda M.


Salem, CT

$17-19/hr • 4 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!
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Joslin C.


Manchester, CT

$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Compassionate Care For Your Loved Ones !

Hi! I'm Joslin, new to Connecticut from New York. As a mother of two special needs children, I understand the unique challenges of caregiving. My experience includes being my mother's aide after her stroke, where I provided compassionate support and personal care. While I'm not formally trained yet, I plan to pursue training...
Joslin can also help with: Respite care, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Keri G.


Jewett City, CT

$26-37/hr • 2 yrs exp

Care Provider

I have been working with special needs for a few years now and I love it. They can make any bad day so much better. I feel I give my clients my full, undivided attention, then we have a special bond. I'm caring, loving, and do anything it takes to make my clients have a better and fun-filled day.
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Shannon B.


Oakdale, CT

$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello there , My name is Shannon . I hope that you and your family are well ! I am a very honest , compassionate woman with over 15 years experience working with folks with many wonderful abilities in both group home settings as well as privately; both ambulatory and non ambulatory , Verbal and nonverbal. I can assist with all...
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Jamie L.


Norwich, CT

$16-21/hr • 4 yrs exp

I Am Here To Help Provide Companionship While Assiting With Daily Activities!

I am new to this site, however, I am not new to senior care as I have 4 years of prior experience. I have both personal and professional experience with behavioral health and individuals with special needs. I am CPR and CPI trained through my previous employment as a Mental Health Worker at an inpatient hospital. I have...
Jamie can also help with: Errands, transportation, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep
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Maya R.


Plainfield, CT

$22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs

I'm Maya! I've worked with people with special needs for the past 3 years. I am Adult, Child and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED certified! I have my own transportation.
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Ellen J.


East Haddam, CT

$22-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hello! My life experience and professional experience is mainly with children, but I recently began visiting the elderly through church and learned how rewarding this line of work can be. I enjoy talking with elderly people and learning from their life experiences. In my work with children and those with special needs, I have...
Ellen can also help with: Transportation, errands, respite care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Allyson C.


Glastonbury, CT

$18/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Allyson and I am an 18-year-old high school graduate. I love working with kids, especially when it comes to activities such as playing games, making crafts, and baking. I have been babysitting my younger brothers since I was pretty young, and since then I have babysat for several families for kids ages 7-13,...
Allyson can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kathryn P.


Glastonbury, CT

$17/hr • 6 yrs exp

Able to care for children that have disabilities and provide what is needed for them. Participated in several groups (Unified Basketball and Unified Theater) that involved me to work with students.
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Calista B.


Ellington, CT

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been an ice skating coach for 10 yrs to all ages, mostly 16 & under. I have babysat for many families since I was 13 as well as cleaned professionally and privately. I am a certified lifeguard; CPR& Heimlich certified, aCNA and a PCA. I am triple majored in my bachelors in English, History& Psychology with an accounting&...
Calista can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

Hi, my name is Lawrence and I have been in the field of ABA for 7 years now. Have experience working in a center setting with children aged from 3-10 years old. I have also worked with older age. I have just finished my Master's in Applied Behavior Analysis. Graduate in 08/24. Hoping to pass the big EXAM and become a BCBA. I...
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Kaylee K.


Canterbury, CT

$17-21/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hi my name is Kaylee! I currently work in a school system supporting individuals with various disabilities . I have worked in this field for 5+ years. Have my own transportation and willing to do errands as needed. Have many years experience with meal preparation and cleaning. I am flexible, reliable and dependable.
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Emmelia G.


Brooklyn, CT

$17-23/hr • 8 yrs exp

Very Experienced, Nurturing Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Emmelia, and I am passionate about providing safe, nurturing, and engaging care for children. With experience working in a public school district, I have had the privilege of working with children of all ages, including those with diverse abilities and special needs. Over the years, I have honed my skills in...
Emmelia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Sarah E.


Manchester, CT

$17-32/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time/ Part-Time Caregiver

I am currently working for a before and after school program and looking to supplement my income and afford some fun things with my teenage son. I am CPR and 1st aid certified. I also am trained for epi pen injections. I have worked with both special needs kids and kids with dietary needs. I have worked with kids from newborn to...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
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Alison S.


Manchester, CT

$17-25/hr • 15 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available (Special Needs/Autism Experience)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I started babysitting when I was 14 to supplement my part-time job as an after-school caregiver/tutor at my K-12 school. When my niece was born, I became her part-time nanny and have had the privilege of caring for her on a regular basis until she was nine--she's 17 now, and we're still extremely close. I lived in NYC for the...
Alison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Hannah F.


Norwich, CT

$18-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun Nanny

Hi everyone, I'm Hannah! I'm a reliable and patient person. I have been working with children my entire life. I have childcare experience ranging from ages 9 months old up to 15 years old. I have a lot of special needs experience as well (autism spectrum specifically). I took child growth + development classes in school, as...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Joana S.


Manchester, CT

$17-21/hr • 3 yrs exp

a mother of two kids and a personal care assistant and a direct support staff. I have be on this field since 2014 and a direct support staff since 2021. I love what I do with love, empathy, respectful, trustworthy with good heart and the experience with CPR first aid, and med cert staff by DDS .

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