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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Woodbridge, CT

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Woodbridge, CT

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Christopher G.


Woodbridge, CT

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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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.

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Christina J.


Woodbridge, CT

$27-35/hr4 yrs exp

Behavior Technician

Hello, I graduated from Boston University with a BS in Psychology. After graduating college, I wanted to become a counselor, but I was never fond of going back for my masters so my first job was working with adolescent girls as a Milieu Counselor at Wellspring - a residential facility. I split my time between the house and...
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Nicollette S.


Hamden, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Michelle K.


Milford, CT

$28-32/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Hand On Fun Sitter. Singing And Dancing. Crafts And Outdoor Nature Hunts

I am a mother of 5 daughters between 14-30 yr old. I am a grandmother as well to a 2-year-old. I lived in Milford and love it I have been working with children since I was 13. I have taught preschool as well as being a para in the school district for children with special needs. I absolutely love doing art , music, outdoor...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Michelle is an incredibly hard working, kind, and empathetic person. Her calm presence and fun-loving nature makes her a wonderful choice for a babysitter or caregiver. She makes everyone she works with feel special and loved. Michelle is a wonderful human being."

Elizabeth K.

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Cathleen L.


Milford, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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
"My mother really appreciated Cathleen's help. Cathleen is personable, patient, and professional. I would gladly recommend her services."

William D.

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Sherlike F.


New Haven, CT

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child care

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:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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.

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Johanne D.


Shelton, CT

$26-30/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

Hired by 2 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: Companionship, home modification, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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...

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Ikami B.


Hamden, CT

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Pct

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...
5.0
"She was very caring and loving with my mom. She went above and beyond. She gave showers daily and cooked very nice meals. My mom wouldn't eat for anybody but as soon as Ikami came to work she would start smiling and eat every meal Ikami cooked."

Taheeah B.

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Pauline C.


Seymour, CT

$15-32/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Babysitter/Helper Available

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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.

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Cassidy C.


West Haven, CT

$22-28/hr7 yrs exp

Hello!

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.

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Jennice D.


West Haven, CT

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible Yet Fun Caregiver

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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
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.

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Kassidy P.


Milford, CT

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
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.

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Shaniece P.


Hamden, CT

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Caring, Cultured & Committed

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there, I have over 5 years of experience working with children, from teaching to working in a residential setting. I love to plan and execute engaging activities so down time will always be productive when I'm around. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and light cleaning. Newborns are welcome! I'm CPR trained,...
Shaniece can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Diana D.


East Haven, CT

$23-26/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi families, I'm Diana and I'm a Connecticut native. My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life. I love hide and seek, board games, crafts and music. I currently work as an outpatient counselor Yale New Haven Children's Hospital...
Diana can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Diana is incredibly caring and patient. My children absolutely adore her! "

Jennifer D.

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Morgan L.


Milford, CT

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

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.

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Taylor Z.


Hamden, CT

$20-28/hr7 yrs exp

Childcare Experience

Hello! My name is Taylor Z. and I am currently searching for a full time position with the right family. I have ample amount of childcare experience. I have worked in a daycare with children ages 6 months to 5 years. I have experience with special needs children after volunteering at ability beyond for the past 2 summers. I also...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Taylor was great! She was reliable, attentive, and easy to work with. Always very flexible and was very good about helping around the house. She went above and beyond for my family! I would recommend her to anyone! "

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Jill B.


New Haven, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Shoreline Special Needs Care Available

My background includes infants, multiples and classroom up to teen age. I specialize in autism and diabetes. I am CPR and First Aid certified.
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Dustina A.


Ansonia, CT

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

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.

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Tatiana B.


Hamden, CT

$10-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part Or Full Time Caregiver

My name is Tatiana, I am a warmhearted, helpful, and caring individual. Not only am I a care giver but also a friend. Not only seniors, but those who are in need of caring, company, whatever it may be. My work, time, and love for children and those with special needs has open my heart up to many individuals in need.
Tatiana can also help with: Hospice services, visiting physician, personal care, live-in home care, home modification
5.0
"Tatiana is very kind in caring for my sister. She arrives on time and does whatever is needed."

Care member

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Katelyn P.


Orange, CT

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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...

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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.

Michelle K.

5.0

Michelle is an incredibly hard working, kind, and empathetic person. Her calm presence and fun-loving nature makes her a wonderful choice for a babysitter or caregiver. She makes everyone she works with feel special and loved. Michelle is a wonderful human being.

- Elizabeth K.

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.

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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