Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Columbia, CT

I have worked in child care for many years including classrooms with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-k headstart programs. I am also CPR and First Aide certified. I currently work for an allergist who regularly sees pediatric patients. I have an Associate's Degree in Child Development, am a nursing student, and am very...

Merideth can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0

"Merideth is great with our kids. Has watched them many times,including for a few days straight while my husband and I went away on vacation. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing the kids were in good hands. The kids always have a good time with her and ask...

Jigisha M.

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, craft assistance, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

Early Education

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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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

(5)

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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel

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.

Mariah M.

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

5.0

(1)

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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

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.

Zoey R.

$20-26/hr • 7 yrs exp

5.0

(5)

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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.

Linda B.

Hampton, CT

$24-31/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Mom And Meme

I'm a mom and meme- gram love children and babies . I am an lpn license practical nurse And have worked in the school system with special needs. Looking to help a family out any way I can. I love the outdoors animals and exposing children to nature. If you have any questions please reach out. Thanks, Linda

Linda can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Michelle F.

$17-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

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

Lacy A.

Jewett City, CT

$17-21/hr

Friendly Disposition

I work at an Elementary with special needs students. I can be prepared for whatever mood they may have with hopes it may change. I am very kind and caring and take pride in doing a good job with any employment I have had.

Lacy can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep, transportation

Lynn W.

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I finished college and received a degree in Early Childhood Education from Three Rivers Community College. I've been babysitting for 15 years. I have worked in a child care center for three years. I love working with kids because they are learning as they go. I have experience with special needs children and adults too. I am...

Lynn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel

Skills:

Early Education

CNA

CPR

Stephanie J.

$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver And Educator. Available For Part Time In The Evening And On Weekends.

I am a compassionate and empathetic caregiver by nature who loves working with people of all ages and backgrounds. I currently work as special education paraprofessional in a public school for children with special needs. I love working with children and would love to work with a senior population as well. I hold a deep respect...

Stephanie can also help with: Home modification, personal care

Madelyn K.

East Hampton, CT

$17-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello families! I am a graduate student studying speech-language pathology at UConn. I have extensive experience in childcare and special needs care which I have gained through my experience in roles as an infant and toddler teacher in a daycare setting, as a babysitter for a range of ages, and as a caretaker for individuals...

Madelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Amber M.

East Hartford, CT

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Started When I Was 10

When I was 10, I was responsible for my 6 and 4 yr old cousins after school; I would walk them home form school, prepare a snack and help with homework until dinner. When I was 12 I was a nanny for a family with an infant (2 weeks old) and would go with them on vacations or when they had a night out. At 14 the sister of that...

Amber can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Brieana P.

Broad Brook, CT

$19-23/hr • 8 yrs exp

The best words to describe myself is reliable, caring and hardworkinf. I have many years of experience with infants, children and adults with disabilities. I've worked as a Para, an aide in a nursing home and also private home care along with direct support with adults with disabilities at a day program.

Jessica T.

$17/hr • 2 yrs exp

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.

Keri G.

Jewett City, CT

$26-37/hr • 2 yrs exp

Care Provider

I have been working with special needs for a few years now and I love it. They can make any bad day so much better. I feel I give my clients my full, undivided attention, then we have a special bond. I'm caring, loving, and do anything it takes to make my clients have a better and fun-filled day.

Hannah F.

$18-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun Nanny

Hi everyone, I'm Hannah! I'm a reliable and patient person. I have been working with children my entire life. I have childcare experience ranging from ages 9 months old up to 15 years old. I have a lot of special needs experience as well (autism spectrum specifically). I took child growth + development classes in school, as...

Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Carah B.

Woodstock Valley, CT

$18/hr • 8 yrs exp

I'd Love To Work With You!

I love kids and pets! I have two dogs of my own. I've been caring for kids since my little brother was born and I've been a free babysitter for my mom! I currently work at my college as a tutor in a program called homework heroes! I help kids grades k-12 finish their homework and improve their grades as well as play with kids...

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

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Doris D.

Glastonbury, CT

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver some of my services included administering medicines, providing companionship, helping in giving bath and changing dress, running errands, serving meals, grocery shopping.

Julie P.

Willington, CT

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver For Elderly

I have 20 years of experience with working with the elderly and people with traumatic brain injuries. A lot of my experience is with people with Alzheimer's dementia. I was a caregiver for my father who had vascular/Alzheimer's dementia that progressed very rapidly. He passed away almost 2 years ago and we miss him very much. I...

Latasha P.

Hartford, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

At Home Mom/ Sitter Provider