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In 2019 I was an intern for 4 weeks in South Africa where I assisted in gross motor development for children with autism, cerebral palsy and down syndrome. In May of 2022 I went back to South Africa to intern at School for Autistic Learners, where I worked under the supervision of the occupational therapist. I led group...

Kathleen B.


Danbury, CT

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am a retired elementary school teacher. I then spend several years as a Special Education Advocate. I spend the last 12 years of full time working career as the Special Education Supervisor for the local Head Start and Early Head Start Program. I have worked extensively with special needs children. At Head Start I was...

Theresa M.


Waterbury, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've worked with Special needs for 16 years and 5 years doing private care with dementia, I'm Patient, flexible with hours and I love my job
Theresa can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
5.0
"Theresa is an amazing caregiver. She treats the individuals she works with like they are her own family. She is an absolute pleasure to work with."

Moe M.

Christina B.


Waterbury, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I am 31 and have been working with children since 14, first privately, working for family friends and so on and then on to working in day care setting and becoming a mother myself. I have taken an early childhood development course and was CPR trained at the day care I worked in. I have experience with preemie children, up...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Christina was a great asset to our family. She was warm and engaging with our son. He felt comfortable with her right away. She was very flexible with our schedule, and was able to stay late/come in early as needed. She was incredibly dependable and we knew that...

Jeanette N.

Sheron R.


Waterbury, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter

I am 39 yrs old. I have 18yrs of experience caring for children, ages ranging from 0-3 months to 14 yrs old. My nanny/babysitting experience started with my nieces and nephew as well as neighborhood families. I am the oldest child in my family, so I always helped my mother when needed. My responsibilities included changing...
Sheron can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Sheron is absolutely wonderful. She's been with our family for seven years - our girls adore her and we completely trust her. She quickly became much loved by my parents and in-laws, and has been sought out by members of our community. I highly recommend Sheron."

Stephanie C.

Kristina U.


Trumbull, CT

$28-40/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have helped to care and cared for children with special needs. I have cared for both verbal and non verbal children. Every weekend for a few years, I had helped to care for a boy with special needs. I enjoyed taking him into the community and helping him with his social skills, as well as just playing with him at home or in...

Claudia G.


Danbury, CT

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hi my name is Claudia. I worked for more than 15 year. My work was was with children with special needs in all the areas of learning development. Also I worked as a caregiver for infants and toddlers with developmental delays.

Vanessa C.


Seymour, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have many years experience as a Nanny. I've worked in an in-home daycare, a daycare center, and as a private Nanny. I've worked with children ages 4 months through 12 years old, including multiples at once. I also have several nieces and a nephew (with special needs) that I enjoy spending time with and caring for. I am a fun,...
Vanessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Vanessa was a wonderful caregiver to our infant son for four months this spring. He absolutely loved her and she was so attentive to him! She got him on a great schedule, played with him all of the time, and always let us know if he had a little fever or anything...

Morgan W.

Ambria P.


Easton, CT

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Ambria and I am a college sophomore. My major is radiology. I truly enjoy working with people of all ages. I find that no matter who you work with, patience is the key to success. I may not have the most experience in relation to caring for those with special needs, but I have the compassion for it. I am a Certified...
5.0
"Ambria was great! She helped cook and clean for party. Didn't have to give much direction she just knew what to do! Would definitely hire her again. "

Nichole M.

Betzaida S.


Plymouth, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Betzaida but my middle name is Princess and that is what I go by. I have been in the childcare field for about 18+ years. I absolutely adore kids and I take care of them as I would my own CPR first aid and med certificate with special needs and I work with kids of all ages. If you would love to learn more about me...
Betzaida can also help with: Personal care
Skills:

CPR

Kealeboga R.


Waterbury, CT

$25-41/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 5 years working with the seniors being in their private homes or assisted living facilities. Working with Hoyer lifting, ventilators and other special needs as per client requirements. Worked with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Covid patients , wheelchair bound and companionship. I recently got my second booster...
Kealeboga can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"KB as we know him, stayed with my Dad through Covid. He did not take a single day off until after he was double Vaxed! Even then, for the VERY Few days he did take, he maintained a very strict protocol that kept him and my Dad free from Covid. Neither KB...

Chris W.

Carla M.


North Salem, NY

$17-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello Everyone!! My name is Carla and I am 29 years old looking for a full/part time nanny job! I have been a camp counsler and baby sitter for about 12 years now! I love working with kids! My goal is to make everything fun and magical for kids. Arts is definitely my speciality when creating activities, exploring outside,...
Carla can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Denise S.


Oxford, CT

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hello, my name is Denise and for the past 15+yrs I have worked alongside families with loved ones with autism, both young and adult. I would prefer to stay local, Oxford, Southbury, Woodbury area however would travel further for the right family. Thank you for reading my profile!
5.0
"Very professional, knowledgeable, and outgoing. Seems to be a hard worker. Very personable."

Allyson D.

Sara H.


Plymouth, CT

$25-50/hr8 yrs exp

Occasional Babysitter Who Can't Wait To Meet You!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sara, I have been professionally working with infants through young adults for 9 years now including those with special needs! (I have a 2. 5-year-old sweet boy who goes with me to my current job) A bit about me. I grew up in the Silicon Valley area of California where I babysat multiple families, worked as an...
Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I cannot express enough how grateful I am for the exceptional care provided by Sara. From the moment she walked through the door, it was evident that she was not just a babysitter, but a nurturing and responsible caregiver who truly loves what she does. Sara...

Luka K.

Hailey D.


Trumbull, CT

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Fun And Energetic Sitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I recently graduated college with a bachelor degree and am currently a certified RBT working at a clinic with special needs children. Because of this I am only available on weekends. I am CPR and first aid certified, don't smoke, and love all types of animals, so pets are fine as well! Having four younger brothers ranging from...
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Hailey is smart, creative, accepting, loving and responsible, and she can handle whatever comes her way. She has been watching my two kids (one of whom has special needs) for several months now. She picks them up from daycare and school at different locations and...

Eliana K.

Eulendar L.


Waterbury, CT

$21/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi family, I hope all is well. My name is Eulendar and I am interested in this job offer . I have the experience required. And I consider myself to have a very colorful interesting personality. I'm convinced that my professional experience and strong abilities would make an excellent nanny for you and your family. Childcare...
Eulendar can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"she was awesome ! my child has been with me and dad her entire life and this was her first time being with someone knew ! Eulendar came and was extremely hands on and made me feel comfortable , she did a lot of one on one and really interacted with my daughter...

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Jacquelene C.


Waterbury, CT

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Child/adult Care Worker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Good Day: I've worked with various children & adults over 10 yes+ in need of care fro autism, adhd, blind, wheelchair, Hoyerlift assist with am/pm care. Vital signs engage in recreational activities, cook house cleaning, observe meds. Communicating with family on progress I look forward to being a great support and hearing from...
5.0
"Jacqueleene has been an absolute treasure. Very loyal, very punctual never have to worry about her not showing up haven't gone through many aids I could say that Jacqueline is the best would hire her in a heartbeat. She is very eager to learn and very quick to pick...

Edward M.

Dustina A.


Ansonia, CT

$17-30/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.

Jamie B.


Waterbury, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi beautiful families! I'm a South African nanny/babysitter, permanently residing in New York. I totally adore kids so it's not really a job to me. My experiences include au pair, live-in nanny, babysitter & special needs. Cared for Newborn boy/girl twins & their 2-year-old sister. Newborn & her 3 y/o brother. 18-24-month-old...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jamie fit right into our family life. Her temperament is wonderful - she's kind, sweet, and she had such a calming influence on our son as she cared for him from age 7 months-10 months. We would have kept her on but she was pregnant with a baby of her own. Jamie is...

Alexa M.

Paige W.


Monroe, CT

$18-24/hr9 yrs exp

Caring & Energetic Caregiver

Hi! I am looking for a family to work with and care for! I am 24 years old and just recently graduated from cosmetology school. Before cosmetology school, I career nannied & taught/directed at early childhood schools, I am looking to rejoin the babysitting world on the days I'm not working in the salon. I am energetic, active...
Paige can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Paige is wonderful! She has excellent communication skills and has been super flexible during a transitionary time for us which has been invaluable. She’s easygoing and goes with the flow, and always keeps our 2 little ones well entertained. We enthusiastically...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bridgewater, CT

Theresa M.

5.0

Theresa is very kindhearted. She loves to help people in need. I know I can rely on her. She's hard working and very reliable.

- Danielle G.

Christina B.

5.0

Christina was a great asset to our family. She was warm and engaging with our son. He felt comfortable with her right away. She was very flexible with our schedule, and was able to stay late/come in early as needed. She was incredibly dependable and we knew that our son was in great hands with her...

- Jeanette N.

Sheron R.

5.0

Sheron is absolutely wonderful. She's been with our family for seven years - our girls adore her and we completely trust her. She quickly became much loved by my parents and in-laws, and has been sought out by members of our community. I highly recommend Sheron.

- Stephanie C.

Vanessa C.

5.0

Vanessa was a wonderful caregiver to our infant son for four months this spring. He absolutely loved her and she was so attentive to him! She got him on a great schedule, played with him all of the time, and always let us know if he had a little fever or anything health-wise. She was so easy to...

- Morgan W.

Ambria P.

5.0

Ambria was great! She helped cook and clean for party. Didn't have to give much direction she just knew what to do! Would definitely hire her again.

- Nichole M.

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