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Kelsey W.


Killingworth, CT

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

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Currently I work with two nonverbal autistic adults. I also have experience working with individuals with a variety of psychological diagnoses.
I have loved working with kids since I was a kid. I have cousins who are 7 and 9 years younger than me and once they were born I wanted to be able to babysit for them. When I turned 12 was old enough to take the babysitting course our local rec department offered and after that I took every opportunity to babysit. I started by...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
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Danielle S.


Clinton, CT

$30-40/hr9 yrs exp

Expert Support And Engagement!

4.5

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 47 with my Master's in speech-language pathology. I possess strong interpersonal & problem-solving skills developed working in public schools, Birth-3 & now in private homes. I help families with children of all ages maintain organized, supportive & successful lives by assisting with childcare, meals, light housework, &...
4.0
"Danielle puts her heart in the families she is working with. She also has experience with sign language. Danielle acted as a RBT when working with a special needs child conducting programs to shape appropriate behaviors."

Tyana V.

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Katie L.


Westbrook, CT

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Graduate Student In Early Childhood Special Education, Former Autism Play Therapist : Yoga For Kids Certified

Hello, Katie Liljedahl here and I am a graduate student at UC Denver studying Early Childhood Special Education. I began my work with children with special needs upon graduating college with a BA in English and nannying for a family with three children. The youngest child had cerebellum ataxia and was non ambulatory. I...
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Katie L.


Westbrook, CT

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Long Time Early Childhood Educator

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

It takes a village to raise a child and while many of us resonate with this age old adage, our culture is simply not set up for the modern family to reap the benefits of community support flowing in from all directions. I thrive off creating nurturing bonds with children and engaging with them in authentic and creative ways....
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Katie is incredibly gifted with children. She has tons of experience and wisdom. She will care for your children in a way that allows them to have their feelings, work through conflict, and care for themselves and others. They will be respected and listened to...

Kate V.

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Cherie G.


Clinton, CT

$22-40/hr10 yrs exp

Patient And Caring

Very patient person who loves to take care of others! Graduated as a Medical Assistant, worked as a paraprofessional for years with special needs children, ran an at home daycare while raising my own children. Enjoyed taking care of many family members and friends with medical needs. Previous experience includes care of all...
Cherie can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Debra S.


Deep River, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Mature Experienced Home Health/hosp Provide

I have supported children, adults and seniors in many areas of need. I am experienced In yet not limited to medication dispensing, companionship, special needs, autism spectrum, hands on hygiene, bathing needs, wound care, behavior support, home health and hospice care for 25 years. I am certified in CPR and 1st aid. I find this...
Debra can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, home modification, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Deb is a phenomenal caregiver. She’s smart, compassionate and professional. She cares deeply about the person she takes care of. She’s very dependable. Deb took care of my family member. Her care is top notch. I highly recommend her."

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Chelsea H.


Madison, CT

$17-20/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

I am an extremely patient and understanding person. I have experience working with adults with disabilities as well as nannying a 13-year-old girl with disabilities and ideally would like to nanny for a child with special needs. I am a junior at SCSU and a psychology major.
Chelsea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Patricia C.


Clinton, CT

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

I have 5+ years in child care, ranging in all ages, and special needs care. Look forward to working with you!
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Ann L.


Guilford, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nice To Meet You !

Hi my name is Ann I am a young 61-year-old . I have been married 38 years and have two grown sons and 3 dogs I have lived in Guilford for 25 years I have over 40 years experience supporting adults and children with intellectual disabilities, autism and mental health issues as well as supporting typical children one to one in a...
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Aubrey C.


Deep River, CT

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. Hello my name is Aubrey. I am a teacher with an associates, bachelors and masters degree in education. I've spent over seven years professionally working with children with emphasis on special education. As well as personally growing up with special needs family...
Aubrey can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Chelsea H.


Madison, CT

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver- Special Needs Specifically

I am pursuing a degree in psychology-mental health at SCSU right now. I am a junior and have experience in the field. I interned at a day program for adults with traumatic brain injuries, developmental disabilities and visual impairments. My current job is as a life skills instructor for adults with disabilities (most on my...
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Christie A.


Guilford, CT

$40-50/hr3 yrs exp

Dean Of Students And Special Educator

I currently work at a private school for students with emotional disturbance classification. I have been a special educator and adviser for families for the last 9 years.
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Sally D.


Clinton, CT

$21-28/hr10 yrs exp

I have extensive experience in childcare from 1987 to 2011. I was a nanny for 5 children for a professional family in Guilford and well as another professional family with 2 daughters in Woodbridge. I was a substitute teacher and a teacher's aide for the New Haven Board of Education Also, assisted with special needs children. My...
Sally can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Cherie G.


Clinton, CT

$20-32/hr10 yrs exp

Very patient person who loves to take care of others! Graduated as a Medical Assistant, worked as a paraprofessional for years with special needs children, ran an at home daycare while raising my own children. Enjoyed taking care of many family members and friends with medical needs. Previous experience includes care of all...
Cherie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Debra S.


Deep River, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Human Service Provider

I am a 54 YO married female who thrives being busy and engaged. I have managed a Group Home for Brian House Inc out of Chester Ct for 20 years concentrating on supporting individuals with behavioral and intellectual disorders. I operated my own in home childcare for 5 years when my children were younger. I have worked in the...
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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: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Brenda S.


Ivoryton, CT

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Compassionate And Dependable Caregiver

For over 20 years I have worked with individuals with various special needs and challenges so my experience is quite diverse. I am so passionate about what I do I am a guardian for a gentleman with developmental disabilities. During my profession I have worked with individuals with autism, behavioral issues, developmental...
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Casey H.


Madison, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for almost 15 years and I have experience as a nanny. I've taken multiple early childhood education classes in high school, such as discovering children and nursery school lab, where the students create lesson plans and run a nursery school under the supervision of teachers. I was nominated through the...
Casey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Zoezra F.


Guilford, CT

$18-23/hr1 yrs exp

I grew with a mom who works as an occupation therapist- and I have a close family member with autism. Growing up, I really witnessed the challenges, and the magic, of having someone with autistic spectrum disorder in my life. I would love the opportunity to be a caretaker and be a friend.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Killingworth, CT

Danielle S.

5.0

Danielle was a full service dog minder for 8 days. She was very flexible when I had to extend my stay. She offered to drive me to the airport and also picked me up unasked. My Westie may have been mad at me for staying away so long, but for the first 10 minutes on my return, she followed Danielle...

- Care member

Katie L.

5.0

I had the privilege of teaching preschool with Katie at Alphabet Academy. She is kind, creative and passionate about working with children. She always goes above and beyond to support every child in their intellectual curiosity and social emotional growth. Katie is beloved by all of the children...

- Starry K.

Debra S.

5.0

Deb is a phenomenal caregiver. She’s smart, compassionate and professional. She cares deeply about the person she takes care of. She’s very dependable. Deb took care of my family member. Her care is top notch. I highly recommend her.

- Care member

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