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Hi, my name is Katie! I've graduated from Kent School and Rumsey Hall School. I have been babysitting for eight years now, and have gained experience with kids of all ages, with up to four at a time, including twins and kids with special needs. I have worked in a variety of titles, including mother's helper, babysitter, nanny,...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had many years of experience working with children. I have been nannying/babysitting since I was 13. I have experience working with special needs children as well as babies. I work at a camp year round and I am in charge of a 4 different age groups every week of the summer and same goes for off season. I have been working...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"From the moment we first met Ashley, we knew she was exactly who we wanted to look after our kids. And we were happy to see, that we were correct. Most importantly, the kids (6 and 8 years old) were happy with her. When the kids came home from school, she would...
Stephanie W.
Hi I am a college student at the university of Connecticut hoping to join the pre-med path. I am CPR certified and am also an emt. I have worked in the hospital ER for two years, due to Covid I decided to take a break. I am comfortable with caring for children, special needs, and helping out elderly. I am very patient,...
Stephannie can also help with: Dementia, errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
Hello! I began volunteering at my local Cerebral Palsy Center when I was 14 yrs old, and continued volunteering, eventually landing employment as a teacher and client coordinator there. That was where it all started. I have since worked with adults and children with Autism, MS, Down Syndrome, etc.
I am a Speech/Language...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 32 years old. I currently am a stay at home mom with a 2-year-old and a 9-month-old. I have much experience watching children and working with children with special needs. I also have extensive care and knowledge with working with elderly and mentally challenged adults. I cared for a woman for 14 years who unfortunately...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I am the mother of two children on the Autism Spectrum and through hard work got both to speak. One now attends college and the other lives at home with us as unfortunately she is not as high functioning. For our daughter I ran an at home ABA program for nearly a decade. I know the challenge, effort and patience it takes to help...
I have 8 years of professional childcare experience in the New Milford school district, but I've been working with children since I was 13 helping to run art camps for the Village Center for the Arts. I don't mind helping with travel or grocery shopping, and I also have experience in catering and a passion for cooking and baking...
Lorina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Past care in pediatrics, geriatrics, immunizations, allergy and asthma and gastroenterology. I have been a LPN for 23 years.
I am a mom of 3 and a former special needs preschool teacher. I have a masters in education, and am NYS certified. I love kids, and pets! I love working with children, and have experience in both special and general education. I have basically worked with kids my whole life, and am a mom to 3 of my own (8, 6 and 3 years old). I...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
Gabriella J.
New Fairfield, CT
$17-19/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Gabriella!
I have a lot of experience as a caretaker and nanny for young children. I love being in the helping role for other people. I consider myself a calm, kind and patient human being. I have a flexible schedule! If you have not found anyone yet please let me know.
Sincerely
Gabriella
5.0
(1)
I am a certified babysitter for years. I love children of all ages and have experience watching them. I am available to help with school work. I can offer overnight care, and am good with animals so they are not a problem. I also have experience with some special needs kids. I do have a job but I do not work weekday mornings and...
Isabelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Isabelle has become one of the family! She is easygoing and if available, ready for unplanned circumstances. She is fantastic with my boys (3 and 1.5 years old) and the 2 large dogs(Rottie and German Shepherd). We have been using her for over a year and totally...
Care member
5.0
(12)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kayla. I'm 25 years old. I've been nannying professionally since I was 17. I've nannied in both NY & Florida. I am CPR certified. I also have experience with special needs children. I have experience will all ages of children, including infants as young as 4 weeks old. I currently nanny full time for a family in...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Wonderful sitter! Kind and thoughtful. Great with kids. Fun and easy to work with!"
Care member
Ryan H.
Pleasant Valley, NY
$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Care Professional & Special Needs Educator
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an energetic and compassionate professional with 11 years of both behavioral and ABA experience working with a wide range of developmental disabilities in various public and private care settings. 7 of those years I spent working at Anderson Center for Autism assisting individuals with Autism, ED, BD, Downs, and several...
5.0
"If you have a child with autism, Ryan is your person! He has been life-changing in helping my child with severe ASD navigate and thrive in his community. My child is extremely high-energy and active and Ryan has handled him with ease. Ryan is very active himself...
Kyra S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have two children ages 18 and 17
many nieces and nephews and little cousins that I have cared for in the past.
I am 43 years old- I have lived in Poughkeepsie all my life.
I have stayed at home with my children and have helped family and friends with their precious little ones. I have cleaned houses and I am a local family...
Jessie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jessie is wonderful with my two year old daughter. My daughter loves the time they spend together every other week. Jessie brings energy, ideas for play and a gently educational approach. She is kind, funny and warm. From the beginning of her coming to us (six...
Caitlin M.
I am an aspiring Teacher with experience in caring for children with special needs. I am well trained in ABA techniques and practices as I have been an ABA assistant for 1 year. I recently moved to Connecticut from New York and would love to continue helping children and families in any way that I can.
Tiana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
I'm a Special Needs mom and Paraprofessional. I'm available when school ends starting June 17th for pick-up and driving to local appointments or therapies.
Michelle can also help with: Dementia, errands, transportation
Skills:
CPR
Kim C.
Woodbury, CT
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I was a nanny in Michigan for 20 years. I raised 16 children most from birth and long term. I raised preemie twins and worked with special needs. I am a mom now with children that are 8 & 10. I really miss working I loved my job. My husband has a very flexible schedule that will allow me to work.
Kim can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Lauren L.
New Fairfield, CT
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced 39yo Female (First Aid/CPR/AED And Psych/autism Background)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm looking for a childcare position within the New Fairfield/Danbury area. I am 39 and do not have any children of my own. I love children and I have experience with infants, toddlers, and those with special needs. I have a BA in psychology and continued on to grad school and have since worked as an ABA therapist for children...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I have been worked with an wide array of individuals ranging from preschoolers to individuals with special needs, individuals with behavioral challenges, elderly people, and more. I have a bachelors degree in counseling psychology and a minor in child health services. I am CPR, First Aid, AED, certified. I was previously med...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
I truly love working with children of all ages and needs. I worked in health and fitness for many years as a youth athletics coach, kids Zumba instructor and CO-program creator for a special needs children's boot camp program. I love anything and everything artistic and creative involving children's activities! Lastly I've spent...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kent, CT
Ashley R.
5.0
We've had Ashley babysit our 9-month-old son a few times now, and plan to hire her again any time we need a sitter. She is calm, collected, and capable. She has plenty of experience and knows what she's doing, and our son loves her. Anyone would be lucky to have Ashley watching over their kids.
- Sivan B.
Isabelle C.
5.0
Isabelle has become one of the family! She is easygoing and if available, ready for unplanned circumstances. She is fantastic with my boys (3 and 1.5 years old) and the 2 large dogs(Rottie and German Shepherd). We have been using her for over a year and totally trust her with our most precious,...
- Care member
Kayla F.
5.0
Kayla was on time, professional, and extremely sweet to our little boy. She texted hourly updates—a helpful thing for a new parent—and made our experience great.
- Care member
Ryan H.
5.0
If you have a child with autism, Ryan is your person! He has been life-changing in helping my child with severe ASD navigate and thrive in his community. My child is extremely high-energy and active and Ryan has handled him with ease. Ryan is very active himself and plans great day trips for them -...
- Kyra S.
Jessie B.
5.0
Jessie is wonderful with my two year old daughter. My daughter loves the time they spend together every other week. Jessie brings energy, ideas for play and a gently educational approach. She is kind, funny and warm. From the beginning of her coming to us (six months ago) I have trusted her care...
- Caitlin M.
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