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Riley is very personable with my two kids age 9 and 6 years. He's willing to try new things like going out on a paddle board for the first…
Review for Riley D. by Jennifer T.
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…
Review for Arielle S. by Rebecca S.
I had the privilege of teaching preschool with Katie at Alphabet Academy. She is kind, creative and passionate about working with children.…
Review for Katie L. by Starry K.
Special needs caregivers in Oakdale, CT
I have years of experience from working in group homes to working in personal clients homes. I would love to help someone in need. I would also like to learn new things and experience new things and I have a perfect reference for my last client that I was caring for who unfortunately passed away.
Lynn W.
Norwich, CT
$10-20/hr • 10 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
Amanda M.
Salem, CT
$17-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
I currently work in a school full time with students with autism and as an RBT in the afternoon. I am in grad school for special education currently (all online). I plan to be a behavior analyst once I am done!
Samantha C.
New London, CT
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked with children/adults that have developmental disabilities and/or behavioral health. I enjoy learning what best supports the person to give them the best quality of life! I love helping all and embrace everything that makes us different.
I have experience working with a senior who had Cerebal Palsy and used a wheelchair. I am reliable, compassionate and dedicated.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have varied experience and love working with animals, children, the elderly, and special needs people.
I have both paid and unpaid experience with babysitting.
After high school, I volunteered at a program where I shadowed the caregiver of a special needs woman. I worked with them for a couple of years.
I used to volunteer at...
Riley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Riley is very personable with my two kids age 9 and 6 years. He's willing to try new things like going out on a paddle board for the first time, and other outdoor activities. My kids love him! He has a flexible schedule at this time which has been helpful to us....
Jennifer T.
Kimberly H.
Old Lyme, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been working in special needs classrooms since 2015 from preschool age through 8th grade. I also have plenty of experience with 3 girls of my own, ages 16, 13 and 7! I love pets as well, and prefer to keep busy, so will help out with anything around the home. I am CNA certified and can handle medical care as well. Thank...
Kimberly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
I have varied experience and love working with animals, children, the elderly, and special needs people.
I have both paid and unpaid experience with babysitting.
After high school, I volunteered at a program where I shadowed the caregiver of a special needs woman. I worked with them for a couple of years.
I used to volunteer at...
Riley can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
I have varied experience and love working with animals, children, the elderly, and special needs people.
I have both paid and unpaid experience with babysitting.
After high school, I volunteered at a program where I shadowed the caregiver of a special needs woman. I worked with them for a couple of years.
I used to volunteer at...
Lindsey M.
Preston, CT
$23-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as detailed, attentive and caring.
I like caring for people with special needs because it's something I've been drawn to since elementary school, and enjoy making a difference in somebody's day.
I'm looking for a job that has flexible hours; as I have 2 toddlers at home and am currently expecting....
5.0
(7)
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: Craft assistance, travel
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.
Katie L.
Westbrook, CT
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Graduate Student In Early Childhood Special Education, Former Autism Play Therapist : Yoga For Kids Certified
5.0
(2)
Hello,
Katie Liljedahl here and I am a graduate student at UC Denver studying Early Childhood Special Education. I began my work with children with special needs upon graduating college with a BA in English and nannying for a family with three children. The youngest child had cerebellum ataxia and was non ambulatory. I...
5.0
(1)
I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I have many years of experience I worked with visiting nurses, hospice, rehabilitation etc. I am very easy-going very easy to get along with and take pride in my work. I have experience with ADLs I am CPR, first aid, EpiPen, med certified.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
It takes a village to raise a child and while many of us resonate with this age old adage, our culture is simply not set up for the modern family to reap the benefits of community support flowing in from all directions. I thrive off creating nurturing bonds with children and engaging with them in authentic and creative ways....
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Katie is incredibly gifted with children. She has tons of experience and wisdom. She will care for your children in a way that allows them to have their feelings, work through conflict, and care for themselves and others. They will be respected and listened to...
Kate V.
5.0
(4)
I have supported children, adults and seniors in many areas of need. I am experienced In yet not limited to medication dispensing, companionship, special needs, autism spectrum, hands on hygiene, bathing needs, wound care, behavior support, home health and hospice care for 25 years. I am certified in CPR and 1st aid. I find this...
Debra can also help with: Companionship, dementia, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Deb is an amazing caregiver. She is kind and compassionate and cared for my mother like she was her family. I can’t recommend her enough. My family is so grateful for Deb’s help and support while caring for our mom."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Although I have not directly assisted a special needs person, doesn't mean I don't have tons of experience with it. Throughout middle school and high school I watched my dear friend live with multiple learning and physical difficulties. We met in my study skills class, because I too have learning disabilities; ADD and Dyslexia....
I work at an Elementary with special needs students. I can be prepared for whatever mood they may have with hopes it may change. I am very kind and caring and take pride in doing a good job with any employment I have had.
Lacy can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
I have school age kids and work from home in the evening so I am available for morning hours. I have many years of babysitting experience both professionally and personally . I also volunteer weekly at my church in the classroom. I especially love babies and toddlers and am willing to work with special needs as well
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Dementia, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Brooklyn B.
Chester, CT
$18-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a recent college graduate and am moving to New England at the end of summer to work full-time as a nurse. I'm looking for work in the mean time and really enjoy working with kids! I'm CPR certified, First-Aid trained and have plenty of experience with working with kids, including some special needs experience, as well.
Brooklyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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