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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Woodbridge, CT
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years
Special needs caregivers in Woodbridge, CT
Christopher G.
Woodbridge, CT
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My experience as a special needs caregiver has been enlightening. I have had the privilege as a C. N. A. taking care of many individuals with many disabilities and look forward to continuing my experience in doing so giving dignity and respect to those I help. Thank you for your consideration, I look forward to contact me.
5.0
"Christopher is very kind and professional in handling everything he has helped my son with. He goes above and and beyond and we feel very comfortable with him in the home."
Carol A.
I started caring for people with special needs when I was just 16 years old working as an adaptive sports intern for Oak Hill
In my spare time, I like to explore nature and work on my cars!
My skills include I can adapt any situation/personality.
I am extremely clean and don't mind up while baby sitting.
Make anything fun and...
Nicollette S.
Hamden, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Nicollette and I am excellent with children! I consider myself patient, professional and having a sharp eye for details.
I am experienced with potty training, children with special needs, enjoy outdoorsy activities, help with homework, love music! You name it!
My goal is to meet awesome families and provide...
Nicollette can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
Cathleen L.
Milford, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Personable, Reliable, Affordable, Committed to helping when I can.
Errands, light house cleaning, transportation, grocery store trips, pharmacy trips , light meal prep, all phases and conditions of pet care, elderly or special needs companionship /outings.
I am also a licensed hairdresser of 32 years willing to do home visits...
5.0
"I interviewed Cathy on Friday, August 14, 2020, and to me she had a fantastic interview. She was just what I expected after a brief phone call, very caring people orientated organized. Being the opening is being delayed she is on my short list for shifts I will...
Eddie C.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have 23- years of experience as a nanny and teacher. I have two adopted boys ages 7 and 8- years old. My biological son is 15 years old. I have my Bachelor's degree is in Psychology and my Master's degree in Special Education. I have experience caring for newborns, to age 12 and have worked for multiple families in New York...
Sherlike can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sherlike has become like family over the two years that she has watched our children. Patient, measured in her responses and full of kindness; Sherlike is certainly one of our top choices for childcare."
Elizabeth D.
3.5
(4)
As an experienced care giver with special needs, I am able to give the best of me to my clients, I have experience with enfants, young and adults with Cognitive Disabilities, Mobility Challenges, Seizure Disorder, Epilepsy, Blindness, Visual Impairment, Spinal cord Injuries, Quadriplegic, Development delay, Autism... I am able...
3.0
"She was not available for the hours I need it"
Carol T.
4.9
(20)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I'm a certified nursing assistant /CNA/DCS Worker.
I have over 20 years+ experience. I also have worked in nursing homes, assisted living and hospitals. I have work in private home and facilities. I also work with special needs adult and children I have experience caring for Dementia , Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Cancer,...
Johanne can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I’ve been a nurse practitioner for 27 years and an RN for 42 years. I’ve worked at many nursing homes and hospitals along my career path and I could say with 100% certainty that Joanne is absolutely one of the best nurses aids I’ve ever worked with anywhere! I...
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4.1
(7)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I have been watching children since high school. I did that for three years. After high school, I taught 2 and 3-years-old's in Sunday school. I also worked with a before and after-school program with children (from kindergarten to grade five) for a year (and was the site's leader). After a few years passed, I got married to a...
Pauline can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We spoke with Pauline on the phone - excellent communication, very efficient, and very helpful. We didn't hire Pauline only because our plans changed but she would have been a good fit for our needs; we will keep her in favorites for possible future job...
Doug M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have many years of experience working with kids and adults with disabilities. I have worked three summers at a camp for people with disabilities and got to meet so many amazing people through it. I also have worked as a personal care assistant. I love getting to know each person I work with. I have experience working...
5.0
"Cassidy is very caring, conscientious and professional. We enjoy her friendly personality! She has been wonderful helping us meet our disabled family member's weekly needs-- primarily helping her get to the doctor, shopping and appointments."
Nancy P.
Kassidy P.
Milford, CT
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Kassidy. I am 25 years old and work as a 911 dispatcher. I currently live in Milford and love it! I'm looking for a part time or full time babysitting job. I am the oldest of 6 brothers and 1 sister, so caring for children comes naturally to me. I previously worked at a day care caring for children ranging from...
Kassidy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Kassidy to any family looking for a babysitter. She has a natural talent with children and parents can have total peace of mind while they are away from their kids. She is extremely patient, reliable, trustworthy, and can handle any situation big...
Mary G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 45-year-old mother of 3. I have worked with children for most of my adult life. I have experience with children of all ages and abilities. I previously owned my own home daycare and have worked in various elementary schools supporting both typical and children with special needs. My school background has provided me with...
Jennice can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jenny has been with our family since our daughter was 6 weeks old. In these last 18 months she has been a beyond amazing care provider and friend to our daughter and us. She is always reliable, naturally kind, and has given C. more love and nurturing than we could...
Katie S.
5.0
(2)
I am a retired 2021 DDS Developmental Ct Disabilities Worker 2 of over 35 years. I have extensive experience with the Developmentally Challenged . I enjoy working with individuals with special needs. I find it rewarding and love making a positive difference in their lives. Guaranteed Care With A Loving Heart.
Morgan L.
Milford, CT
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
ABOUT ME
Creative, high energy, and compassionate caregiver. I'm a good listener, with the empathy to discern client needs, especially for those who are nonverbal or under emotional distress. Resourceful planner with good communication skills who can hit the floor running on day one. People person - whether older geriatric group...
5.0
"She loves children of all ages and has worked with special needs grandchild - she has a gift with this population."
Holly B.
5.0
(1)
My background includes infants, multiples and classroom up to teen age. I specialize in autism and diabetes. I am CPR and First Aid certified.
Dustina A.
Ansonia, CT
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been an employee for The Kennedy Center for almost 16 years and have a great deal of experienced with behavior issues and maintaining great relationships with people who might seem a bit challenging. I also have a relative who has exhibited behaviors that need compassion and understanding and I have given every effort...
5.0
"Dustina is an efficient and excellent worker."
Gladys S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For the past four years I have had a ton of experience with Special needs children. I have cared for two children who are physically handicapped witch helped me become more experienced with individuals who struggle with mobility. I have also worked with many individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Through being chosen to volunteer...
Nohemi B.
Milford, CT
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience with a preteen boy with Paranoia, ODD, general anxiety, depression, PTSD and slight psychosis. The sibling was also diagnosed with separation anxiety and PTSD. Father had Asperger's Syndrome. I went through training on emotional intelligence and parenting provided by social workers during two years...
5.0
"Nohemi worked over a year for my 2 1/2 year old. She was patient yet firm and playful and fun. She worked on both Spanish and English with my daughter and participated when we had our speech therapist visits. Nohemi was respectful and truly cared for our daughter....
Susan P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My experiences as a Caregiver has given me the opportunity to learn about the personal needs of others. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situation. I have experience with Paraplegic, Mental Health Population, Cerebral Palsy, Children, Elderly, Physical Disabilities, Intellectual...
5.0
"Linda learns quickly. She is respectful, joyful and energetic. She engages my daughter and makes her smile and laugh. She is loving and attentive to needs as well as intuitively connecting with her by sharing news of her day, funny stories or whatever. She is...
Lili K.
Chloe S.
Hamden, CT
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Chloe and I am in my last year of the Masters of Occupational Therapy program at Quinnipiac University. I am available for occasional sitting this semester! I have experience babysitting, nannying, and tutoring for many families, and love all children. I also was a camp counselor for 4 years. I completed fieldwork...
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My daughter loves spending time with Chloe! She keeps her engaged, teaches her new games, which she later on plays by herself. Chloe is very punctual and responsible. She responds to texts timely, always shows up in time..
Communicates very well with all family...
Banu K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I know how hard it can be to trust someone new with your little ones because I am a mom too. Rest assured that I will give the same love, care and attention to your children that I would my own. I like to play and dance to music, arts and crafts, play outside, do a sensory activity or maybe even bake a special treat.
I have...
Tyla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I don’t have enough good things to say about Tyla! I was really worried bringing someone on to watch my only baby, but as soon as I met her she put me right at ease. She’s amazing with my baby and I’m so thankful we found her!"
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Woodbridge, CT
Christopher G.
5.0
Christopher is very kind and professional in handling everything he has helped my son with. He goes above and and beyond and we feel very comfortable with him in the home.
- Carol A.
Cathleen L.
5.0
My mother really appreciated Cathleen's help. Cathleen is personable, patient, and professional. I would gladly recommend her services.
- William D.
Sherlike F.
5.0
Sherlike has become like family over the two years that she has watched our children. Patient, measured in her responses and full of kindness; Sherlike is certainly one of our top choices for childcare.
- Elizabeth D.
Ikami B.
3.0
She was not available for the hours I need it
- Carol T.
Johanne D.
5.0
Johanne (aka Jojo) was an aid to my mother-in-law struggling with dementia. She is sweet, professional and skilled with no drama. She always gets the job done, and is a patient, fun and extremely capable provider. Any family would be lucky to have Jojo caring for their loved one ❤️
- Care member
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