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I have 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...
Chelsea L.
Torrington, CT
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care Professional And Social Worker Seeking Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny Position.
Hi there! My name is Chelsea and I have been working with children for the past 12 years.
I started out my career working in a daycare setting. In this setting I worked with children of all ages as well as supervised staff. After graduating with my Master's in Social Work, I began working for child protective services. I worked...
Chelsea can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
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: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. When I was 18, I spent a year as an aide in a school for children with special needs; it was a very rewarding experience. As a mom of four, I continued caring for others' children to help supplement the family income. Now, as a certified nurse's aide working with the elderly, I...
Meghan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Meghan is amazing with kids, my daughters absolutely love her! My 4 year old gets so excited when she knows Meghan is coming, she actually plays with the kids the whole time and enjoys it. She always shows up with a smile, and is very friendly and helpful. Would...
Jessica T.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Betzaida but my middle name is Princess and that is what I go by. I have been in the childcare field for about 18+ years. I absolutely adore kids and I take care of them as I would my own CPR first aid and med certificate with special needs and I work with kids of all ages. If you would love to learn more about me...
Betzaida can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
CPR
Alyssa I.
Terryville, CT
$25-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Ever since I was 16 years old I started working at a nursing home doing dietary aid. My mother is an RN and works there as well. Over the years I have learned so much about being around people who need extra care. I am responsible, and respectful, I cook and clean and I love a good chat. I have my own vehicle and I don't mind...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Sam and I have over 10 years of experience in babysitting and special needs care. I am a mental health counselor specializing in children's behavioral health and have significant experience working with children of all ages and abilities. Specifically, I have worked with children with ADHD, ODD, depression,...
Sam can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She has helped out with Vacation Bible School and in the church nursery. She is very good with children. Dependable, mature, caring and loving. I've watched her grow up into a very responsible teen. I would definitely hire her to watch our children here at the...
Cynthia D.
Genienne G.
Southington, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 20 years experience in childcare and special needs. Newborn to high school age. I have worked in Special Education and have prior Nanny experience. I feel working with children is such an important and rewarding job. I am responsible, warm and creative. I have a background in Music and Art. I also enjoy swimming and...
5.0
"Miss G was absolutely amazing with all 3 of my children. I have 8 year old twin boys with autism and a 5 year old daughter. She was able to manage all their personalities with ease and kindness. The kids loved her and ask for her to come back soon! Our family...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi I'd be happy to do for your child as I've done for my own 2 special needs children: help- assist- challenge- all in a positive framework. Dealing with repetitive undesirable behaviors is my specialty.
5.0
(1)
My friends daughter was very special needs and I would spend a lot of time playing with her and I would help to feed her and give her medicine anytime it was needed. I love to help kids who can't help themselves. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old so I have almost 7 years of experience. I have my own reliable car...
5.0
"She is a very bubbly, fun person. She loves children and enjoys playing with them. She is very caring and watches for any sign of distress in the children."
Nichole L.
Jamie B.
Waterbury, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.6
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi beautiful families!
I'm a South African nanny/babysitter, permanently residing in New York.
I totally adore kids so it's not really a job to me. My experiences include au pair, live-in nanny, babysitter & special needs. Cared for Newborn boy/girl twins & their 2-year-old sister. Newborn & her 3 y/o brother. 18-24-month-old...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Jamie fit right into our family life. Her temperament is wonderful - she's kind, sweet, and she had such a calming influence on our son as she cared for him from age 7 months-10 months. We would have kept her on but she was pregnant with a baby of her own. Jamie is...
Alexa M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Ambria and I am a college sophomore. My major is radiology. I truly enjoy working with people of all ages. I find that no matter who you work with, patience is the key to success. I may not have the most experience in relation to caring for those with special needs, but I have the compassion for it. I am a Certified...
5.0
"Ambria was great! She helped cook and clean for party. Didn't have to give much direction she just knew what to do! Would definitely hire her again. "
Nichole M.
Christina B.
Waterbury, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am 30 and have been working with children since 14, first privately, working for family friends and so on and then on to working in day care setting and becoming a mother myself. I have taken an early childhood development course and was CPR trained at the day care I worked in. I have experience with preemie children, up...
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Christina was a great asset to our family. She was warm and engaging with our son. He felt comfortable with her right away. She was very flexible with our schedule, and was able to stay late/come in early as needed. She was incredibly dependable and we knew that...
Jeanette N.
5.0
(2)
I have over 5 years working with the seniors being in their private homes or assisted living facilities. Working with Hoyer lifting, ventilators and other special needs as per client requirements. Worked with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Covid patients , wheelchair bound and companionship. I recently got my second booster...
Kealeboga can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"He was kind, trustworthy, patient and trustworthy."
Care member
Amy G.
Southington, CT
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
Holli D.
Bristol, CT
$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Looking To Care For Your Child(ren) F/T Or P/T
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Holli. I have a degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education as well as some graduate courses completed. I have experience in a variety of classrooms with children from preschool through fifth grade and I have nannied/babysat for children ranging from newborn to 10 years of age. I spent a year volunteering...
Holli can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Holli was my Nanny for many years. She is a smart, dependable and is great with children. Her exceptional knowledge with child education Enables her to also be an educator so the child learns while exploring the world they are in . She is always going above and...
Kylie O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there and thank you for visiting my profile! As the daughter of two elementary school teachers, I have grown up assisting and observing public school classrooms on a consistent basis. My parents modeled (and still do) exceptional educational environments that promoted creativity, kindness, and critical thinking in their...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia was an amazing nanny for me while I was traveling with my husband and infant and needed to hire a sitter for two separate evenings, with very limited notice and no other resource but care.com. I had very minimal experience with others watching my 7 month old,...
Zoe J.
I have 25 years experience as a language therapist and teacher for kids with special needs. I only speak Spanish but manage really well with translator app.
Leida can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Kristina D.
Wolcott, CT
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Professional Childcare Specialist With A Passion For Special Needs Education
Hello! My name is Kristina, and I bring over 7 years of dedicated experience working with children. Currently, I serve as a special needs preschool paraprofessional, a role that I excel in and am deeply passionate about.
Throughout my career, I have developed a profound understanding of child development and behavior, and I am...
Kristina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
I have 20+ years of experience of providing PCA and CNA skills with seniors and Special needs adults. I am commited to helping the individual life their best life. I am Med certified and I have my BLS certification. I am able to use a Hoyer lift.
Caroline can also help with: Personal care, errands, dementia, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Litchfield, 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.
Meghan S.
5.0
Meghan is amazing with kids, my daughters absolutely love her! My 4 year old gets so excited when she knows Meghan is coming, she actually plays with the kids the whole time and enjoys it. She always shows up with a smile, and is very friendly and helpful. Would recommend, 100%.
- Jessica T.
Sam O.
5.0
She has helped out with Vacation Bible School and in the church nursery. She is very good with children. Dependable, mature, caring and loving. I've watched her grow up into a very responsible teen. I would definitely hire her to watch our children here at the church.
- Cynthia D.
Genienne G.
5.0
I was very thankful for Genienne when she watched my son a few weeks ago. She was very attentive, warm and kindhearted. I would recommend her and use her service again.
- Cornieta W.
Sam O.
5.0
She is a very bubbly, fun person. She loves children and enjoys playing with them. She is very caring and watches for any sign of distress in the children.
- Nichole L.
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