Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Canterbury, CT

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Since taking early retirement late last year, I have been helping my dad (age 94) and his wife. My dad has had increased difficulty getting around and had lost a good deal of his short term memory. I've helped with meal preparation, cleaning, and I have driven them to medical appointments and helped them with errands. I have...

Jamie L.

$20/hr • 9 yrs exp

I Ensure That Your Children Are In Safe Hands, While Providing A Fun And Stimulating Environment.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am new to Care. com; however, I am not new to childcare or pet care! I am married and have three beautiful stepdaughters (ages 16, 9, and 7) as well as a precious baby of my own (4 months). I am also the fur mom of two dogs and two cats. I love crafts, baking, and making memories, so I have no problem spending the day...

Jamie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"I have known Jamie since she was 16, when she started to baby sit my son for me. He is nonverbal and lower functioning and let me just say how incredibly thankful I was that I found someone who didn’t treat him any differently! We have continued to use her over the...

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Joann R.

Gales Ferry, CT

$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver.

5.0

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of one and grandmother of two. I have worked as a professional nanny for many years after working as a legal assistant. I have had many long-term positions - newborns, twin infants, toddler/preschool, school-age and special needs; I am blessed to still see the former families. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified (a...

Joann can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Joanne was my saving grace. She was absolutely wonderful with my 2 daughters (now 6 and 13) while she was with us. Unfortunately kids grow up, but we consider her family. My daughters still talk about her, and ask when she’s “watching us again”. So many good...

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Savannah C.

Pomfret Center, CT

$18-45/hr • 9 yrs exp

Outgoing, Good With Children, Personable, Patient, And Creative

5.0

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Hi I'm Savannah and I'm a 2019 high school graduate. I've just returned from living in the UK for 6 months working as an Au Pair! I currently work at a daycare as the head preschool teacher and was the head infant teacher before I made my move to the UK. I've worked there for 3 years :) I started working with children at a young...

Savannah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is amazing with children. She played with my daughter,...

Chelsie F.

Sara R.

Uncasville, CT

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable And Energetic

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years experience as an instructional assistant in an elementary school working with children from ages 3 to 11, including special needs. I have 2 grown children and a 19-month-old grandchild that I've cared for since birth. I am looking for a long term position in which I am able to watch your children grow and get to...

Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance

Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0

"- [ ] Sara has been our nanny since October. She quickly became part of our family helping care for our 2 year old intermittently and then full time with our son who was born in December. Our son had challenging GI issues and Sara stepped right in from him being in...

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Ashley J.

$20/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 9 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I also have 2 years (professional) experience with children with varying special needs, though my experience surpasses such. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and...

Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Ashley was our nanny during the 2022-23 school year and she was fantastic. She was extremely reliable, great with the kids (ages 8 and 6), and professional. We would hire her in an instant and highly recommend her if you're looking for a nanny or a one-time...

Steven C.

Ginger H.

Willington, CT

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Nurturing responsible and reliable career nanny with experience caring for newborn through teen age children. I have recent experience with twins and also special needs. Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certifications are current. I have taught gymnastics and swimming lessons and enjoy outdoor activities , reading, crafting, yoga and...

Ginger can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Ginger has been watching our littlest for 5 years! She always has him outside playing, doing fun crafts, and "school" stuff like his colors and numbers. He loves being with Ginger, they always have fun no matter what they do! It's about the kids for her. She has a...

Jen J.

Mariah M.

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

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I am a mother to three children of my own. I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. I have experience with adaptive equipment and multiple special needs. I have a passion for helping others.

Mariah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

5.0

"She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during unforeseen schedule changes and offered a thorough report on our child's day. If you have a young child they'll be in...

Elaine K.

Heather K.

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Educated Professional

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced educated professional available for caregiving positions. I have experience with all ages & special needs individuals. I have over 15 years experience providing all levels of care for individuals from birth till advanced stages of life. I have experience from School Readiness Programs to group homes with individuals...

Heather can also help with: Light cleaning

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Heather is a very kind and compassionate person, our Family fell in love with her immediately! I admire her energy and passion for life!"

Erica H.

Kari Z.

Andover, CT

$30-38/hr • 10 yrs exp

Creative Mom of Two

5.0

(2)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of two wonderful girls. I was a nanny for a number of different families before and after I had my children. I also have many years of experience as a household manager/assistant. I work as a professional organizer and house cleaner as well. I love cleaning and organizing and I have always loved children. I have...

Kari can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Very professional and courteous. Extremely well qualified, personable, warm and friendly. Exchanged several emails, arranged an interview and she arrived on time and was flexible and patient as our prior candidate interview ran over."

John B.

Joann R.

Gales Ferry, CT

$17-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a professional nanny for over 20 years after working as a legal assistant. I am also a mother and grandmother of two, both attending college. I am originally from Washington State with residency in Connecticut for 13 years; I currently, occasionally take care of the sweetest little boy with autism. It has been a...

Athena C.

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Aid Available For You!!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey my names Athena I have worked with the elderly since I was 16 and also the special needs community I love working with both. I have experience with all different kinds of things and people. Dementia, Alzheimer's, Hoyer lifts, autism, behavioral problems, ETC CPR certified I do ADLS meal prep med administration and light...

Mariah M.

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have experience working for DDS as a support for individuals with developmental disabilities as well as physical disabilities. I also have CNA experience working with adolescents of the same nature. I also have a 2-year-old son with severe ASD who is nonverbal so I have some sign language experience as well.

Caroline S.

Willimantic, CT

$17-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Summer is right around the corner! I am a responsible and experienced nanny/babysitter looking for a family to work with over the summer. I have 9 years of experience sitting for children ages newborn to young teens, as well as experience working at a summer camp for ages 3-15. I have extensive experience working with children...

Caroline can also help with: Travel, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Maya M.

$20-40/hr

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

Athena C.

$15-20/hr

I have always enjoyed working with special needs adults and children. Since high school I worked in the classrooms. I am CPR first aid and map certified. I have worked in group homes with adults and children. I have worked with a variety of different disabilities & enjoy them all

Hannah M.

West Greenwich, RI

$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Hannah and I am a student in a University, School of Engineering. I am a very patient, loving, energetic, and reliable caregiver who would love to work with you and your family to ensure that your family's needs are completely met. I have over 6 years of experience with kids between the ages of 2 and 12 as...

Jordan P.

$13-15/hr

Willing To Work Part-Time

I am currently working at a school for Autistic Children In Jacksonville, FL as a Registered Behavior Technician. I do have a 3-year-old daughter who may or may not be with me if I am hired. Previous work history: Private Family: Nanny - Diagnoses of Child, Rhett Syndrome (6 years +) Pathways Strategic Teaching Centre:...

Nichole B.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm Nichole and I'm 50 years old. I grew up with a brother with a disability so I was raised around Special Olympics and children with disabilities later went on to Work at perspectives and group homes and day programs and then took in a client to live with me for an SLA for the past six years, she recently moved back home with...

Savannah C.

Putnam, CT

$20-40/hr • 3 yrs exp

Certified PCA/Caregiver/Companion/Housekeeper

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