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Robin T.


Newtown, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Director and School-Aged Teacher with Endless Energy and Love for the Outdoors

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I have a BA with a double major in Art and Elementary Education. I have been a preschool teacher then Director, and the Supervisor of Youth and Family Programming for a local community center. I have had the opportunity to include special needs students in my after-school classes and in the large day camp I directed. Every...
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Abigail C.


Newtown, CT

$19-24/hr2 yrs exp

ABA Therapist

Hi, I'm Abi! I'm currently an Occupational Therapy (OT) student with a passion for helping others. I also work as a Behavioral Therapist at a Newtown school, where I support students in developing essential skills for their daily lives. My experience in both OT and behavioral therapy has equipped me with a unique set of skills...
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Madison W.


Newtown, CT

$17-20/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

I am from South Carolina, I am a non smoker, I have my own transportation, I have two big dogs back at my home in SC therefore I am comfortable with all kinds of pets! also I have volunteered at an equine therapy farm for special needs children-adults. I was a teachers assistant for 2nd graders, I have volunteered for the...
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Robin T.


Newtown, CT

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Preschool Director

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

We all have a life purpose, a special calling, and mine is teaching children! You love your kids and when you can not be with them you want the absolute best for them. Look no more, I am right here! I will make sure everyone is safe, happy and that they laugh and have fun. We can do arts and crafts, build tracks for Hot Wheels,...
Robin can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Alexandra V.


Danbury, CT

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced And Dependable Babysitter - Flexible Hours

5.0

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Hi! My name is Allie, I am a Registered Nurse with my BSN from Boston College. I have been babysitting since I was a teenager (8+ years). I have experience working with children of all ages, newborn - 16 yo, in the daycare setting, and with children with special needs. I can help with travel and light housekeeping. I also love...
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Allie was with us for about 6 months. My daughter was 2.5 at the time and absolutely loved Allie. She was caring, calm, and always patient. While I was working, I never had to even think about the well-being of my child. I always felt at ease knowing that she was...

Nina D.

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Eugenia G.


Monroe, CT

$24-28/hr10 yrs exp

I am a mother of two grown girls and a grandmother of a 3-year-old boy who is special needs. I feel very blessed. I am looking for minimum of 30 hrs per week to care for children. I am a hard working energetic woman in her mid 50's. I'm able to assist with care of children, young adults, adults, light cooking, errands, crafts...
Eugenia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Jeannie was a blessing to our family! Thank you for being a great support in transporting our 4-year-old daughter to and from Daycare/School for over half a year. Highly recommend! "

Katherine R.

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Paige W.


Monroe, CT

$18-24/hr9 yrs exp

Caring & Energetic Caregiver

Hi! I am looking for a family to work with and care for! I am 24 years old and just recently graduated from cosmetology school. Before cosmetology school, I career nannied & taught/directed at early childhood schools, I am looking to rejoin the babysitting world on the days I'm not working in the salon. I am energetic, active...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Paige is wonderful! She has excellent communication skills and has been super flexible during a transitionary time for us which has been invaluable. She’s easygoing and goes with the flow, and always keeps our 2 little ones well entertained. We enthusiastically...

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Gianina L.


Danbury, CT

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a clinical nurse assistant with experience in special needs. I have experience with cerebral palsy.
5.0
"Works very hard and very hands on. I am a quadriplegic and had the pleasure of working with her for 4 years now, and changed my life completely. Whoever hires Gianina would be very lucky! I wish she would have moved down south with me because she is very good at...

Vicky A.

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Ambria P.


Easton, CT

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

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.

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Claudia G.


Danbury, CT

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hi my name is Claudia. I worked for more than 15 year. My work was was with children with special needs in all the areas of learning development. Also I worked as a caregiver for infants and toddlers with developmental delays.
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Denise S.


Oxford, CT

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hello, my name is Denise and for the past 15+yrs I have worked alongside families with loved ones with autism, both young and adult. I would prefer to stay local, Oxford, Southbury, Woodbury area however would travel further for the right family. Thank you for reading my profile!
5.0
"Very professional, knowledgeable, and outgoing. Seems to be a hard worker. Very personable."

Allyson D.

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Brianna T.


Bethel, CT

$17-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hi my name is Brianna and I am a very outgoing energetic person. I have experience with children from newborns all the way up to 13. I am very reliable and would take good care of your children. I also don't mind pets. I love arts and crafts and playing outside. I also have experience with special needs.
Brianna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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Elizabeth N.


Danbury, CT

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun, P/t, Responsible, Punctual, Flexible, Caregiver Available

Hi My name is Liz. I am a 25 yr Brookfield resident. I am 52, a mom of 2 grown children & looking for p/t work. Although I have never been an OFFICIAL (pd) "nanny" or adult caregiver before, I have held jobs teaching at schools, camps & my own businesses. This involved taking care of and being solely responsible for their well...
Hello! My name is Natalie and I am a graduate student at Penn State University. I'm a highly experienced childcare professional with over eight years of experience as a nanny, babysitter, child care attendant, and teacher. I've had the pleasure of working with a wide range of ages, from newborns to teenagers, and I have...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lindsay N.


Bethel, CT

$17-21/hr1 yrs exp

I have experience working with children with special needs but am more than willing to start helping seniors with errands or at home.
Lindsay can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
I have had about three years of experience caring for children, adults, and/or people with special needs, ranging from infants to adults. Your loved one will get the help they need with me. I can give your loved one a monitored, secure, and stable environment with my certifications, including my certification in medicine, CPR,...
Isha can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Valdirene M.


Bethel, CT

$17-28/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated daycare provider with a loving, patient approach. Currently nurturing toddlers, but also have experience with special needs children. CPR certified, skilled in meal prep, playtime, child development, and more.
Valdirene can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Lauryn E.


Oxford, CT

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hello! I nannyed for an 8-year-old girl who is nonverbal and has a seizure disorder. I also have experience shadowing occupational therapists where I watched them work with children with autism, developmental delays, behavioral difficulties, and more.
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Tiffany V.


Danbury, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Adventure Seeker With A Passion For Teaching!

Hi my name is Tiff 33 years old. I just got married in October to my amazing husband. I love being outdoors, hiking, nice long walks, going to s nice beach. I have fun and new adventures and am also willing to learn new things from all ages. I started working with children when I was in high school for all ages infant to 12th...
Tiffany can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Newtown, CT

Alexandra V.

5.0

Allie was with us for about 6 months. My daughter was 2.5 at the time and absolutely loved Allie. She was caring, calm, and always patient. While I was working, I never had to even think about the well-being of my child. I always felt at ease knowing that she was in good hands with Allie. Allie...

- Nina D.

Eugenia G.

5.0

Jeannie was a blessing to our family! Thank you for being a great support in transporting our 4-year-old daughter to and from Daycare/School for over half a year. Highly recommend!

- Katherine R.

Paige W.

5.0

Paige is wonderful! She has excellent communication skills and has been super flexible during a transitionary time for us which has been invaluable. She’s easygoing and goes with the flow, and always keeps our 2 little ones well entertained. We enthusiastically recommend Paige!

- Care member

Gianina L.

5.0

Gianina is a treasure! She is the total package. My family adores her. The care for my handicapped daughter was impeccable. Gianina approach is kind, caring, gentile. We love her. If my family , I would take her with us! There is not a more loving, hard working, family oriented person. Anyone who...

- Anna A.

Ambria P.

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.

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