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Jessie B.


Collinsville, CT

$17/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello, my name is Jessie and am very dedicated to helping children and adults with special needs. Two of my brothers have special needs including Down syndrome, and nystagmus with CVI. I am experienced with feeding tubes, activities, also I am CPR certified, and have my CNA license.
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Nikita B.


Torrington, CT

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Sitter And Smile Creater

Hi, I am Nikita B. and I am 24 years old. I graduated from Curry College in 2023 with my bachelors in science. I studied biology pre-med and took a few child development courses. I have been babysitting for a very long time as I am the second oldest of 12 kids. I have been a nanny in Milton, MA for the past 5 years while at...
Nikita can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Gerald M.


Winsted, CT

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Future Nurse With Over 3 Years Experience Helping Individuals With Special Needs

I enjoy helping others thrive and getting the most out of life. I was trained, certified, and re-certified in all the required disciplines concerning proper care and support for adults with both physical and mental challenges. I'm currently working towards becoming a nurse.
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Amanda G.


Avon, CT

$17-20/hr3 yrs exp

Over the summer, l work at a summer camp where hundreds of children come. l have had personal experiences with children with disabilities/mental disorders. I feel like all kids have something to teach us and l hope to be able to learn from your child(ren) too.
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Karin M.


Canton, CT

$17-21/hr

Experienced- Nanny/Para Educator/Special Education/

Hi I am proud mother of 5 grown children; Nanny for 3 families; Para educator working with special education children at a local elementary school and Registered Behavioral Health Technician working with Autistic children.
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Tiana P.


Torrington, CT

$20/hr1 yrs exp

About Me!

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Saychelle D.


Torrington, CT

$17-50/hr7 yrs exp

Nurturing Hearts, Inspiring Growth

Hello! I am a dedicated and compassionate professional specializing in direct care and behavior management. With extensive experience in providing supportive, empathetic, and proactive care, I am committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others. I enjoy caring for people with special needs because it allows me...
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Shelby M.


Canton, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have taken care of family members my whole life. I have nannied for families long term and have wonderful references. From healthy active to special needs. From newborn to seniors. I worked at Ben Haven in North haven a residential and school dedicated to autism and on the spectrum individuals. There I cared for 6 autistic...
Shelby can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Caroline R.


Torrington, CT

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated And Hard-Working Individual

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Kimberly G.


Winsted, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hello, thank you for reading my profile! I have over 25 years of experience in various caring professions: CNA, RN, senior care, sitter for a young woman with Down Syndrome, and sitter for a young girl with learning disabilities. Although I gave up my nursing career when I experienced some health issues several years ago, I am...
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Shelby M.


Canton, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Everything Is Fun When You Love What You Do!

I have taken care of family members my whole life. I have nannied for families long term and have wonderful references. I worked at Ben Haven in North haven a residential and school dedicated to autism and on the spectrum individuals. There I cared for 6 autistic adults at once and did over nights with them. Communicated via...
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Sashae T.


Torrington, CT

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

I love what I do! Helping out the elderly or anyone and need that's my greatest passion. Knowing that I'm helping out anyone in need that's where I belong. It keeps me happy and motivated. I have done work in a nursing home and I've done home care. I'm also the oldest of four children. I love doing active things. Whether it be...
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Caroline R.


Torrington, CT

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hard-working And Passionate Individual

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...
I am a very reliable, positive, and patient 20-year-old college student. I have 2 years of experience caring for children with apraxia, autism, and down-syndrome on my college campus. Their ages have ranged from 4-25 years old. I have worked in both group and personal settings with these individuals. I was an assistant coach on...
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Julia M.


Simsbury, CT

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hello, how are you? I'm julia and i'm a professional with experience in caring for and supporting children with special needs. I having studied psychology for two years in Brazil. During my journey, I had the opportunity to intern for one year at a school specialized in caring for children and adults with disabilities, where I...
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Betzaida S.


Plymouth, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

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

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Sandra W.


New Britain, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Good day! Well, I started out working with autistic and developmentally disabled teens in California. I also worked at the YWCA with children K through 5 before and after school as a teacher. Some of the students attending were autistic or had ADHD. Now I am a behavior therapist working with autistic children one on one in the...
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"Sandra takes her work seriously and was so wonderful with my mother that was in her 90s and had dementia. She always engaged in conversation and made sure she ate and took her meds. My mom passed in 2013 at age 94 and am glad Sandra was there to help when I had to...

Anna B.

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Sam O.


Farmington, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

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: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Sam O.


Farmington, CT

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in New Hartford, CT

Sandra W.

5.0

Sandra takes her work seriously and was so wonderful with my mother that was in her 90s and had dementia. She always engaged in conversation and made sure she ate and took her meds. My mom passed in 2013 at age 94 and am glad Sandra was there to help when I had to work.

- Anna B.

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.

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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