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Special needs caregivers in Chaplin, CT

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Mariah M.


Norwich, CT

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

5.0

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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:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

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.

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Elyse T.


Vernon Rockville, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently looking to go back into the nanny field after being a paraprofessional in Ellington for the past year. I have over 15 years of experience working with infants, toddler, special needs and school aged children as a nanny for multiple families as well as in multiple childcare settings.
Elyse can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our...

Amanda W.

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Mariah M.


Norwich, CT

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. It is a passion of mine to help others. I have experience with adaptive equipment, and special needs.
Mariah can also help with: Specialized care, personal care, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship
Skills:

CNA

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Zoey R.


Manchester, CT

$20-26/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Zoey! I am 23 years old from Manchester Connecticut. I am fully vaccinated from COVID-19, have a great driving record, no criminal background, and I am not a smoker! I am also fully certified for CPR and first aid, and update that whenever necessary. I am experienced with special needs and medical...
Zoey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Zoey did a great job watching my kids. She followed our instructions, checked in throughout the day, and asked questions if she was unsure. The kids loved their time with her. We will be using her again."

Angela R.

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Jamie L.


Norwich, CT

$20/hr9 yrs exp

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

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, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jamie was very flexible and I hired her when another pet sitter was unable to use my stairs. She tended to our 3 cats, two are quite old and even was able to medicate one for us. She was a delight to work with and would hire her again."

Deborah B.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have now been a babysitter/ nanny for 3 different families that have a child with autism. Although all children are different I feel that I can try my best to help whatever the circumstances be speech trouble, moving trouble, eating trouble, etc. I am only 20 and know I have a lot to learn but I'm here to help!
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Daniel W.


Jewett City, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Care Giver

I've been helping people with special needs for over 20 years. I feel I have a lot to offer seniors in that aspect. I've learned to cook for special diets and take care of personal care concerns.
Daniel can also help with: Respite care, home modification, personal care
5.0
"I've known Dan for about 6 years working with the Groton Special Olympic program. H's been a volunteer with us and works amazingly with folks with disabilities. He is patient , funny engaging with all of the athletes he works with. He is very dependable and who...

Eileen C.

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Kari Z.


Andover, CT

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Mom of Two

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 I had my children. I have always loved children. I have worked in the public schools as a special education para. I have experience with special needs children and children of all ages from newborn to 12 years old. I have a degree in...
Kari can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Daniel W.


Jewett City, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver/Job Coach/Life Coach With Special Needs Adults.

My name is Dan. I've been supporting people with mental and physical needs since 1998. I have cared for people in group homes, day programs and private care. I have supported people who are highly involved as far as medical and people who have had considerable behavior issues. I have experience cooking meals following dietary...
5.0
"Dan works part-time for us as a Life Coach for my adult son with Down Syndrome. Dan is largely responsible for after work activities with him. Dan takes my son to Special Olympics practices, and he also encourages my son to maintain fitness by going on hikes,...

Catherine C.

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Gabrielle L.


Moosup, CT

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Gabrielle. I am 26 with a 1-year-old daughter and an almost 4-year-old son so I have great experience with babies and Children! I have worked with special needs adults as well as children. I have babysat for years since the age of 16. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am a super fun and creative person that...
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Gabrielle has watched both of my children and I would hire her again and again! She really puts the time and effort in to make sure the kids are happy and safe while they are in her care. I have no complaints about Gabrielle, she is wonderful!"

Michaela C.

I've been doing home care for about 4 years now. I have experience with hospice, dementia, special needs, etc.
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, respite care, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Patrick M.


Coventry, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

I have been a babysitter for the past 14 years. I have also directed an after school program and summer camp for several years. I have worked with children and adults with special needs. I have experience with children and youth of all ages.
Patrick can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Krista and I am 39 years old I am a mother of 3 children a daughter almost 19 years old a 17-year-old daughter and a 13-year-old son... I am very interested in being a part of your family. I have over 18 years experience as a mother, babysitter, and a Nanny , I am also very educated in high functioning autism...
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Elise G.


Vernon Rockville, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Teacher With Masters Degree Seeks Tutoring Or Nannying Job

Hello! My name is Elise and I have been working in education for 10+ years. I am a certified middle school teacher who is looking for a fun family to work with this summer! I have been an eighth grade teacher in Connecticut Public Schools for the past 7 years. I hold a masters degree in secondary education with a focus in...
Elise can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Laurel and I am 24 years old. I am up to date on my COVID vaccines(4in total)I am currently an Occupational Therapy Assistant and a student. Part of my program included a pediatrics course with an emphasis on child development and children with special needs. Also, I recently did a 8 week clinical rotation at East...
Laurel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Kaylee K.


Canterbury, CT

$16-21/hr6 yrs exp

Hi my name is Kaylee! I currently work in a school system supporting individuals with various disabilities . I have worked in this field for 5+ years. Have my own transportation and willing to do errands as needed. Have many years experience with meal preparation and cleaning. I am flexible, reliable and dependable.
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Saybl B.


Canterbury, CT

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Certified Teacher Providing Child Care

I found that I was passionate about teaching special needs children during my internship in college. I worked with special needs children for 3 years including working one on one with a child with Down Syndrome in his home for two years.
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Maya R.


Plainfield, CT

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Maya! I'm currently looking for an opportunity where I can work around my school and work schedule. I love kids! I'm the oldest child so I've been a built in babysitter forever. I also have experience with people with special needs and I am comfortable with pets of all kind! I have my own reliable transportation, I...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hey! I haven't had any professional experience, but I've baby sat for the worlds most beautiful kid who is on the autism spectrum and it was a really good experience! I love being able to help people
Until the end of August I have an open schedule, afterwards I would only be available after school hours (depending on location) or weekends I have a lot of experience both in a school setting and in-home setting working with children with special needs. The youngest I've worked with was 4 years old and the oldest I've worked...
Christen can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chaplin, CT

Mariah M.

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 good hands with her!

- Elaine K.

Elyse T.

5.0

Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our family. We love her to pieces and I...

- Amanda W.

Zoey R.

5.0

Zoey did such a great job at entertaining my 1 year old, that she forgot all about her separation anxiety! Zoey was kind, and incredibly helpful. We will definitely hire her again

- Catherine L.

Jamie L.

5.0

Jamie was very flexible and I hired her when another pet sitter was unable to use my stairs. She tended to our 3 cats, two are quite old and even was able to medicate one for us. She was a delight to work with and would hire her again.

- Deborah B.

Daniel W.

5.0

Dan is very personable and outgoing. He always puts the clients best interests first. He develops great relationships with the clients he works with. I recommend him!

- Victor C.

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