Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Ledyard, CT

I have many years experience as a nurse aide and caregiver. I've worked with all different kinds of special needs patients. I have been CPR and first aid certified. I'm also a mother of 5 :).

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, meal prep, craft assistance

Danielle W.

Ledyard, CT

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have watched children from the age of 14. I have worked in a daycare for a few years as well. I got a early childhood education certificate from Three Rivers. I am also a mother of three great kids. When my kids were all in school I was a special needs preschool para for 4 years.

Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep

Mariah M.

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

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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:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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.

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

(4)

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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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Joann R.

Gales Ferry, CT

$17-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver

5.0

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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...

Julia C.

$18-25/hr • 15 yrs exp

Former Children's Museum Educator With Tons Of Caretaking Experience

5.0

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Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I am the eldest of 13 Cousins and have been baby sitting for as long as I can remember unofficially, and in a more formal capacity. I have experience caring for newborns all the way up to middle schoolers, and I have a great deal of experience with special needs and spectrum children as well. I am comfortable one on one as well...

Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Julia is absolutely wonderful. She is thoughtful, communicative, punctual, and trustworthy. She approaches babysitting with supreme professionalism and genuine care. Our daughter really took to her and so did our dog! (Between us/the parents and our daughter and...

Leigh S.

Mariah M.

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

5.0

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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: Companionship, mobility assistance, specialized care, personal care, dementia

Skills:

CNA

Sara R.

Uncasville, CT

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable And Energetic

5.0

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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, 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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Arielle S.

Mystic, CT

$23-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time And Occasional Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 10 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:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very...

Rebecca S.

Leana P.

$20-28/hr • 4 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: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services & more

Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Cassie M.

Pawcatuck, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 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: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, transportation & more

Skills:

Home Health Aide

Heather K.

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Educated Professional

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Michael B.

Groton, CT

$17-30/hr • 5 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...

Courtney S.

Pawcatuck, CT

$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp

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!

Allison W.

Gales Ferry, CT

$17/hr • 5 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...

Angelle S.

$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Your Child's New Buddy!

Hello! My name is Angelle & I've been babysitting & providing childcare for 6 years. I've provided care for children's all around my neighborhood, and also was a behavioral technician working with children in their homes for 2 years. I have experience with both neurotypical children & children with special needs; and it's...

Angelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Mariah M.

$15-20/hr • 2 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.

Raina R.

Groton, CT

$17-22/hr • 2 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 :)

Angelle S.

$25/hr • 2 yrs exp

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