Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Old Lyme, CT

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

5.0

(1)

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

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.

Heather K.

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Educated Professional

5.0

(1)

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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning

5.0

"Heather is a very kind and compassionate person, our Family fell in love with her immediately! I admire her energy and passion for life!"

Erica H.

Sara R.

Uncasville, CT

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable And Energetic

5.0

(1)

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, light cleaning, swimming supervision

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...

Care member

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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Jamie was very flexible and I hired her when another pet sitter was unable to use my stairs. She tended to our 3 cats, two are quite old and even was able to medicate one for us. She was a delight to work with and would hire her again."

Deborah B.

Danielle S.

$30-40/hr • 9 yrs exp

Expert Support And Engagement!

4.5

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 47 with my Master's in speech-language pathology. I possess strong interpersonal & problem-solving skills developed working in public schools, Birth-3 & now in private homes. I help families with children of all ages maintain organized, supportive & successful lives by assisting with childcare, meals, light housework, &...

5.0

"Danielle was a full service dog minder for 8 days. She was very flexible when I had to extend my stay. She offered to drive me to the airport and also picked me up unasked. My Westie may have been mad at me for staying away so long, but for the first 10 minutes on...

Care member

Sarah D.

Guilford, CT

$32/hr • 10 yrs exp

Sarah In Guilford CT

5.0

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Sarah (35yrs)! I live in Guilford CT and am looking for a great babysitting job that pays well! I have many years of experience with watching and caring for kids! I am one of four girls and grew up babysitting/tutoring throughout my Connecticut neighborhood. I also have cared for my youngest sister (10 yrs...

Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more

5.0

"Sarah is a trustworthy and fun caretaker for our two children. She drives them to their activities, plays and interacts with them, and manages dinner, bath and bedtime. She's creative and friendly. We recommend her wholeheartedly!"

Linda N.

Mariah M.

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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: Mobility assistance, specialized care, personal care, dementia, companionship

Skills:

CNA

Joann R.

Gales Ferry, CT

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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...

Joann R.

Gales Ferry, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver.

5.0

(4)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of one and grandmother of two. I have worked as a professional nanny for more than 20 years after working as a legal assistant. I have had many long-term positions - newborns, twin infants, toddler/preschool, school-age and special needs; I am blessed to still see the former families. I am CPR/First Aid/AED...

Joann can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Joann is the best of the best she is on time all the time reliable and dependable knows how to deal with kids on there level my son has special needs him and Joann are best buddies . We we're very lucky to have her in our home as our sitter ."

Brittany H.

Julia C.

New London, CT

$18-25/hr • 15 yrs exp

Former Children's Museum Educator With Tons Of Caretaking Experience

5.0

(10)

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision

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.

Arielle S.

Mystic, CT

$23-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time And Occasional Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

(7)

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: Craft assistance, travel

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0

"Arielle is a very caring and positive person, I would trust her with my own children. "

Nanette W.

Sarah O.

Ledyard, CT

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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 :).

Patricia C.

$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! I grew up on the shoreline and it's where my passion for caregiving started. At the age of 16 I was introduced to a family looking for a nanny. It was a special circumstance, as their daughter was special needs. This yes led to the most rewarding discovery for myself, wanting to work with this community. Over the years I...

Patricia can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance & more

Cherie G.

$22-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Patient And Caring

Very patient person who loves to take care of others! Graduated as a Medical Assistant, worked as a paraprofessional for years with special needs children, ran an at home daycare while raising my own children. Enjoyed taking care of many family members and friends with medical needs. Previous experience includes care of all...

Cherie can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship & more

Skills:

Home Health Aide

Marrisa V.

Groton, CT

$13-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey! I'm Marrisa, I'm 24, and I'm currently a paraprofessional at a high school working 1:1 with a special needs student. Prior to this job, I worked at a daycare for about 2. 5 years and before that I was at a different daycare for about a year. I was mostly in infant and toddler classrooms, but I have experience with preschool...

Marrisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel

Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Laurie M.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a young at heart Grandmother who has worked with Children, Teens and Young Adults of all ages and abilities for many years. I am Honest, Reliable and I have a Positive attitude when working with Others. I am not working with infants at this time. I have also worked as a CT Certified HHA with Seniors and as a CT Certified...

Laurie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Cherie G.

$20-32/hr • 10 yrs exp

Cherie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Helen B.

East Hampton, CT

$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mature Problem Solver And Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over 20 years experience in both public and private sectors. Creative problem solver with excellent organizational skills. Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst. I'm also available for respite care.

Athelia D.

Madison, CT

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking For One Full Time Job

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Education Gateway Community College New Haven, CT Early Childhood Education Courses, 2004-2006 New Milford High School New Milford, CT High School Diploma, June 1979 Employment 2012-Present Care for 3-year-old Provide transportation to and from activities Meal preparation Completing household chores while napping (i....

Athelia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Bhekinkosi B.

New London, CT

$18-22/hr • 4 yrs exp