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Taylor S.


Cromwell, CT

$32/hr8 yrs exp

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Hi there, I'm Taylor and I have been babysitting for over 8 Years. I have experience working with all ages and also experience with special needs. I love taking care a kids.
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have known Taylor since she was two years old. She is a loving, caring, responsible young woman. She is dependable and always has a smile on her face very up beat ! Treats my daughter like and little sister. Love her !! "

Karen R.

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Mariah M.


Middletown, CT

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

CNA, Caregiver For Special Needs As Well As Seniors

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I feel there is no other rewarding job than to help people and make a difference in someone's life. I am a very caring, lovable and outgoing person. I feel like I have a special way with children as well as adults and seniors. I'm able to build a great relationship and able to gain their trust with them, no problem. I am...
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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & 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.

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Joann R.


Gales Ferry, CT

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver

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...
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Cindy B.


Windham, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I have many years of experience I worked with visiting nurses, hospice, rehabilitation etc. I am very easy-going very easy to get along with and take pride in my work. I have experience with ADLs I am CPR, first aid, EpiPen, med certified.
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Dawn V.


Waterford, CT

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible Full-Time Child Care Provider/Nanny

I have experience working with children with some challenges. I have experience in learning, social and emotional fields.
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Kathryn N.


Old Saybrook, CT

$10-15/hr

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Although I have not directly assisted a special needs person, doesn't mean I don't have tons of experience with it. Throughout middle school and high school I watched my dear friend live with multiple learning and physical difficulties. We met in my study skills class, because I too have learning disabilities; ADD and Dyslexia....
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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Jennifer K.


Manchester, CT

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Assistant Principal And Certified Reading And Special Needs Teachers For Tutoring Needs!!

Hello! I am assistant principal in a K-2 school for 3 years now. Before that I taught special needs for 11 years. I am certified in special needs k-12, elementary education k-6 and reading K-12. I am here to help kids who need an extra hand and more support in academics.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Cathrin H.


Middlefield, CT

$14-50/hr2 yrs exp

Dependable And Compassionate Care Giver

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, loyal and dependable I grew up in a large family caring for my sibling. From there I worked in a daycare during my teenage years for children around the ages of 1-4. I have experience with special needs children. I grew up with a sibling on the autistic spectrum. I have also...
looking for some part-time babysitting! I am a reliable, caring, and friendly individual who has a passion for working with children! I have a lot of experiences well! I am an EMT and have worked as a camp counselor for children ages 5-12 as well as volunteered at a special needs based camp for much older children (13-21).. I...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alivia C.


Westbrook, CT

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Sitter!

Hi my name is Alivia and I'm from Westbrook! I am attending SCSU for my Master's degree in Speech Pathology. Spring 2024 I graduated from UConn with a bachelor's degree in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences and minored in Early Childhood Education. I have much experience working with young children and both children and adults...
Alivia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Jamie L.


Norwich, CT

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

I Am Here To Help Provide Companionship While Assiting With Daily Activities!

I am new to this site, however, I am not new to senior care as I have 4 years of prior experience. I have both personal and professional experience with behavioral health and individuals with special needs. I am CPR and CPI trained through my previous employment as a Mental Health Worker at an inpatient hospital. I have...
Jamie can also help with: Transportation, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
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Kallie W.


Norwich, CT

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Creator

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience as a camp counselor. I love being outside and planning activities that are fun for children of all ages. I can help with grocery shopping and cleaning up or whatever else you may need. Comfortable with children of all ages and/or have special needs! I most recently cared for a 5-year-old boy with CP...
Kallie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Elise H.


Durham, CT

$30/hr10 yrs exp

As a caregiver, my passion lies in nurturing the growth and development of young minds. With a decade of experience in childcare, I have had the privilege of positively impacting the lives of children. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and approachability, allows me to connect effortlessly with children of...
Elise can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Vicki P.


Niantic, CT

$16-19/hr10 yrs exp

Mother Of 6, Grandmother Of 17

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm an extremely active, fun-loving mother of 6 (now adult) children and 17 grandchildren. I enjoy outdoor activities, creative play, helping out around the house and just generally caring for others. I'm an avid gardener and enjoy sharing my love for nature with both children and adults. I'm excited to spend my days seeing the...
Vicki can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

I have experience with children who are in the autism spectrum. I also grew up with a sister who is bi-polar and worked with dementia patients while working as a home health aide for over 2 years.
I worked for a caring hand for 5 years. I am pca certified and currently work with a special needs woman part time.
Michelle can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Jennifer B.


Waterford, CT

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Wellness Caregiver

I have experience working with a senior who had Cerebal Palsy and used a wheelchair. I am reliable, compassionate and dedicated.
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Joana S.


Manchester, CT

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

a mother of two kids and a personal care assistant and a direct support staff. I have be on this field since 2014 and a direct support staff since 2021. I love what I do with love, empathy, respectful, trustworthy with good heart and the experience with CPR first aid, and med cert staff by DDS .

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Colchester, CT

Taylor S.

5.0

I have known Taylor since she was two years old. She is a loving, caring, responsible young woman. She is dependable and always has a smile on her face very up beat ! Treats my daughter like and little sister. Love her !!

- Karen R.

Kari Z.

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.

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.

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