Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Avon, CT

Over the summer, l work at a summer camp where hundreds of children come. l have had personal experiences with children with disabilities/mental disorders. I feel like all kids have something to teach us and l hope to be able to learn from your child(ren) too.

Cara C.

Avon, CT

$22-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

I'm Looking For A Loving Family That I Can Help Out And Become Their Child's Best Friend.

Hello, my name is Cara! I've started my journey with working with children at a young age in the year of 2014. I've also worked at two daycares for young toddlers for the past couple of years, as I also currently babysit a newborn and a 3-year-old regularly on the weekends. I'm completely CPR and First Aid Certified as-well as I...

Sam O.

Farmington, CT

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

5.0

(1)

My friends daughter was very special needs and I would spend a lot of time playing with her and I would help to feed her and give her medicine anytime it was needed. I love to help kids who can't help themselves. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old so I have almost 7 years of experience. I have my own reliable car...

5.0

"She is a very bubbly, fun person. She loves children and enjoys playing with them. She is very caring and watches for any sign of distress in the children."

Nichole L.

Sam O.

Farmington, CT

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi all! My name is Sam and I have over 10 years of experience in babysitting and special needs care. I am a mental health counselor specializing in children's behavioral health and have significant experience working with children of all ages and abilities. Specifically, I have worked with children with ADHD, ODD, depression,...

Sam can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0

"She has helped out with Vacation Bible School and in the church nursery. She is very good with children. Dependable, mature, caring and loving. I've watched her grow up into a very responsible teen. I would definitely hire her to watch our children here at the...

Cynthia D.

Dian F.

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

My Name is Dian, I worked with the Seniors population for 20 years. I have had experience working with dementia patients, patients with colostomy care, mobility needs, medication reminders just to name a few. needs, I also worked with students with special needs for over 33 years. Helping others is my passion. I am from a large...

Dian can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, dementia, mobility assistance, specialized care, companionship & more

Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0

"Caring with a difference. Personality to have and to hold"

Carolyn C.

Dian F.

$18-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hello , my name is Dian. I have been working in the field of Special Education and with Seniors for 33 years. I am passionate about helping others to improve their quality of life. I am dedicated, caring, honest and a great team player. I am looking forward to speaking with you and to share more of my skill set.

Jamerra M.

New Britain, CT

$17-24/hr • 2 yrs exp

Teacher

5.0

(1)

I am a teacher at a program called Creative Me LLC located in New Haven CT. I have been working there with children of all ethnicity for two years! I treat my children as if they're mine and want the absolute best for them and others.

Holli D.

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking To Care For Your Child(ren) F/T Or P/T

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Holli. I have a degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education as well as some graduate courses completed. I have experience in a variety of classrooms with children from preschool through fifth grade and I have nannied/babysat for children ranging from newborn to 10 years of age. I spent a year volunteering...

Holli can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0

"Holli was my Nanny for many years. She is a smart, dependable and is great with children. Her exceptional knowledge with child education Enables her to also be an educator so the child learns while exploring the world they are in . She is always going above and...

Kylie O.

Kristen M.

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Excited To Help You With Your Children!

4.5

(8)

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hi families, my name is Kristen, and I am a seasoned nanny ready to help you with your young children. I have extensive experience caring for children of all ages, as well as with families of multiples(most recently with toddler twins), and children with special needs. I am an older nanny I suppose, but do not let my age deter...

Kristen can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Kristen has been an asset for the family. She has for the last year or so looked after my two kids ,4 year and 2 year, with warmth, compassion, patience and care. Her contribution to our family becomes all more invaluable as the times were extremely difficult for...

Abhishek P.

Elizabeth C.

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Introduction To Elizabeth

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a third-year nursing student at the University of Saint Joseph with a strong passion for working with children. As a member of the honors program at USJ, I have taken several child development and med courses. I am CPR certified for both children and infants through the American Heart Association. I have extensive...

Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

CPR

5.0

"Elizabeth has been a wonderful babysitter/nanny for our 2 and 6 year olds. She really connects with the children, and puts in a lot of effort in tending to their individual (often chaotic) needs. She is super friendly, communicative, and dependable. Very highly...

Isaac C.

Sandra W.

New Britain, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Good day! Well, I started out working with autistic and developmentally disabled teens in California. I also worked at the YWCA with children K through 5 before and after school as a teacher. Some of the students attending were autistic or had ADHD. Now I am a behavior therapist working with autistic children one on one in the...

5.0

"Sandra takes her work seriously and was so wonderful with my mother that was in her 90s and had dementia. She always engaged in conversation and made sure she ate and took her meds. My mom passed in 2013 at age 94 and am glad Sandra was there to help when I had to...

Anna B.

Caroline O.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caring And Friendly CNA

I have 20+ years of experience of providing PCA and CNA skills with seniors and Special needs adults. I am commited to helping the individual life their best life. I am Med certified and I have my BLS certification. I am able to use a Hoyer lift.

Caroline can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, errands, respite care & more

Skills:

CNA

Asiah S.

New Britain, CT

$17-22/hr • 9 yrs exp

I am the older sister of 8 other siblings. Being a caregiver is natural for me. I started professionally working with kids in 2016 as a counselor for elementary school aged children, including children with special needs. In 2018 I started working as a daycare teacher with infants up to age 5, including children with special...

Asiah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Erin M.

$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi! For the past 8 years I have babysat for children toddlers to pre-teens. In addition I have babysat children with special needs, I have also been a teachers assistant in an art class. I am very responsible and well organized, fun and energetic and I'm willing to help with other responsibilities. I am very comfortable with...

Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Gail P.

$22-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for seniors, children and special needs individuals. I have worked with seniors diagnosed with Alzheimer's and other disabilities. I can do light housekeeping, laundry and prepare meals as needed. I am a very caring person and really love my work with seniors. I am available on an hourly basis for spot...

Gail can also help with: Dementia, personal care

Daniel S.

Hartford, CT

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Dan

Hi, I'm Dan ! I have over 4 years of experience working at day camps as a lifeguard, where I've cared for children of all ages, including those with special needs. My experience also includes volunteering as a teacher at Pierce School in Brookline, where I developed my skills in engaging and supporting young learners. I am...

Daniel can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Catherine S.

Plainville, CT

$30/hr

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a licensed early intervention Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP) in the state of CT. I have been practicing for 2. 5 years, and working with children with special needs for 8 years. I specialize in toddlers and preschoolers, but I love working with children of all ages. I CANNOT provide direct speech therapy intervention...

Skills:

CPR

Brianna L.

$25-43/hr • 1 yrs exp

Compassionate And Empathetic Child Care Provider

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, honest, and responsible. I like working with kids because it is rewarding, not only would I be given the opportunity to build relationships with each and every one of the kids I work with. I am given the opportunity to teach but also learn from the kids. I started working with...

Brianna can also help with: Carpooling

Jessie B.

Collinsville, CT

$17/hr • 3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I am a Certified Nurses Aide with 3 years experience: I have cared for Dementia patients, Alzheimer's, and special needs patients. I am moving to Flordia in a few shorts months.

Jessie can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, visiting nurse, respite care, hospice services, dementia & more

Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Anastasia D.

Farmington, CT

$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Tutor Starting When Needed