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What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Ledyard, CT

Heather was very reliable and provided excellent care to my son. I requested her help in a pinch and I won’t hesitate to request her help

Review for Heather K. by Care member

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

Review for Mariah M. by Elaine K.

We only talked through email but she was very punctual and responded extremely fast! Hope to look to her in the future for any date night

Review for Lynn W. by Stacie M.

Special needs caregivers in Ledyard, CT

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Michaela D.


Ledyard, CT

$15-19/hr7 yrs exp

My Name Is Michaela And I Am In My Senior Year At Eastern Connecticut State University.

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Hi, my name is Michaela. I just graduated from Eastern Connecticut State University with my Bachelors degree in Humanities and Sociology. I graduated from the Community College of Rhode Island, And in Early Childhood Education. I am currently working for the Ledyard School District as part of the RISE program and have a huge...
Michaela can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Heather K.


Norwich, CT

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Educated Professional

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced educated professional available for caregiving positions. I have experience with all ages & special needs individuals. I have over 15 years experience providing all levels of care for individuals from birth till advanced stages of life. I have experience from School Readiness Programs to group homes with individuals...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My family would recommend Heather for any of your needs. Heather is very professional and accmadating. Heather has a lot of experience and is full of knowledge! Heather took care of my needs like I was her own family, she is also very understanding and flexible...

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Mariah M.


Norwich, CT

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

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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Lynn W.


Norwich, CT

$20/hr10 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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Early Education

4.0
"I only had contact via email/messaging with Lynn, but she responded to my messages promptly and politely."

Monique P.

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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, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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Joann R.


Gales Ferry, CT

$17-20/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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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: Personal care, dementia, specialized care, companionship, mobility assistance
Skills:

CNA

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Joann R.


Gales Ferry, CT

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of one and grandmother of two. I have worked as a professional nanny for many years after working as a legal assistant. I have had many long-term positions - newborns, twin infants, toddler/preschool, school-age and special needs; I am blessed to still see the former families. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified (a...
Joann can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My wife and I were very lucky to have family available to care for our children while we worked for a long time however, the time inevitably came to search for outside help. We were extremely nervous about what this change, and what to expect with it, and we began...

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Sara R.


Uncasville, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Energetic

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

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...

Care member

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Arielle S.


Mystic, CT

$23-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time And Occasional Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 15 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
Arielle can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Arielle is a very caring and positive person, I would trust her with my own children. "

Nanette W.

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Leana P.


New London, CT

$20-28/hr4 yrs exp

4 year's experience as a nurse with dementia patients and elderly. Previously a caregiver for special needs elderly in Massachusetts.
Leana can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Cassie M.


Pawcatuck, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

51yr mature, caring, responsible woman with experience (part time, on -off) for over 25 yrs in the elderly care/ companionship/ PCA field, looking for PT work with seniors/special needs folks, overnight or a weekend day shift preferred. Most recently I care for my elderly parents, 1 with dementia who's recently been placed in a...
Cassie can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Michael B.


Groton, CT

$17-30/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver For All!

Hello! My name is Michael and I have been working as a caregiver for a variety of different individuals since 2017. Originally from Indiana, I have worked in many different environments from a nursing home late-stage dementia unit, to managing a group home of seven clients with varying developmental disabilities diagnoses, to...
I have six years experience working with children with special needs. I have worked with children with developmental delays, learning disabilities, behavioral, autism, occupational therapy, and speech. I am always positive and peppy when working with children. Making sure to celebrate the smallest of moments!
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Allison W.


Gales Ferry, CT

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Certified Special Education Teacher Available For Part-time Care

Hello! I am a Certified K-12 Special Education Teacher taking a break from the classroom after the birth of my son. I have worked with diversely able children who require a variety of special assistance, ranging from behavioral support to physical aid over the past five years as an educator. I pride myself on my ability to meet...
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Mariah M.


Norwich, CT

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have experience working for DDS as a support for individuals with developmental disabilities as well as physical disabilities. I also have CNA experience working with adolescents of the same nature. I also have a 2-year-old son with severe ASD who is nonverbal so I have some sign language experience as well.
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Allison W.


Groton, CT

$22-23/hr7 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher And Former Special Education Paraprofessional

As a childcare provider with seven years of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting and education roles have equipped me with valuable skills to care for children with patience, creativity, and friendliness. I prioritize open communication with parents, offering...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Raina R.


Groton, CT

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Cabin Councilor

I have 2-3 years of professional experience with people who have disabilities through a special needs camp called horizons, along with life experiences with family members who have down's syndrome and autism. I care deeply about people and would love help as much as I can :)
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Mary O.


Groton, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Worked as direct care and direct support with individuals with mentally disabilities for 10 years. I've worked one on one with many behavioral individuals, seizure protocols, etc

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