Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Riverside, CT

I am currently in college for a social work major and minor in psychology. Future, I would like to work with families and children in the healthcare field. I am outgoing and willing to try new opportunities.

Shauntel H.

Riverside, CT

$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Shauntel. I am a recent graduate majoring in social and minor in psychology. I love to spend time with kids and aspiring to be a behavior analysis/ social worker. I have experience with kids ages of 4-18 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and experience in counseling as well. I like to...

Shauntel can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

Kianza R.

$30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Versatile Caregiver For Children And Adults With Special Needs

4.8

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kianza, and I currently work for a non-profit organization, providing care for adults with special needs in a home-based setting. I have a rich background in child care, having been a preschool teacher for seven years and working part-time at the Stamford Youth camp after-school program during that time. I am in...

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

4.0

"We first met Kianza a few years ago, when our oldest transitioned into the pre-K daycare class where she worked. Since then, we've had her babysit for our three children, as needed, over the years. She is sweet, responsible and dependable. She's been a pleasure...

Christine O.

Sibila J.

$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

(5)

Hi! I'm a nanny with four years of experience with babies up to teenagers. I'm was an art teacher when I lived in Brazil and would give classes to kids of all ages including those with special needs. I speak English and Portuguese and some Spanish. I'm easy going, punctual and honest. I like to cook and prefer cooking healthy...

Sibila can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Sibi is a kind, patient, trustworthy and creative caregiver. She helped us with our 5 and 7 year old children overseeing home school, playtime and meals. She is punctual, hardworking and fun. Any family would be lucky to have Sibi helping with the care of their...

Lindsay L.

Dayanna B.

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(10)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Dayanna. I worked with infants and toddlers for the past 14 years. I worked at a child daycare center and for private families. I have a CDA (Child Development Associate) certificate plus 30 ECE (Early Childhood Education) credits and the ECE certificate attending classes for the associates. I am also certified...

Dayanna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0

"Dayanna is a responsible, energetic, and loving babysitter. She is very creative and loves doing crafts and projects with my kids. She has many other nanny/babysitter friends in the Darien area and as a result my kids were always on play dates and out of the house...

Kinsey S.

Amanda F.

Purchase, NY

$20-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experience

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am currently a college student at SUNY Purchase. In the past I have worked at a summer camp with all ages of children, babysat numerous times, taught Sunday school lessons for many years, and I am an aide for special needs children through BOCES!

Amanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more

Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Amanda was great. On time, professional. Quickly helped my two children acclimate to her. She drove them home safely. My children were happy. She cleaned my dishes! She really went above and beyond. Great hire!"

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Cinthia S.

White Plains, NY

$18-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Med Tech

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Cinthia I am 22 years of age and I have been working in the medical field for over 5 years now. I have plenty of experience working with seniors. I was a caregiver/medtech at Paramount Senior Living Facility for 3 years. I have experience working with dementia and special needs patients. I hope I will be a good fit...

Cinthia can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more

Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0

"Care didn't give me the option to review for childcare, but this is a nanny review! Cinthia was absolutely amazing! She helped care for my daughter from 4-7 months of age. Unfortunately we're moving out of the area otherwise we would keep Cinthia forever! Our baby...

Samantha G.

Kathy P.

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(8)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children in different capacities for over 20 years. I have been a teacher, advocate, crisis interventionist, nanny, case manager, and mother. I have raised my young adult sons. I have a Master's degree in Social Work, and was working in the field until I had my sons. I worked as a special needs teaching...

Kathy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0

"I can't say enough good things about Kathy. She watched our son from age 4 months till he started at a pre-k school at 2.5 She was so kind nurturing and cared for our son as if he was her own. She was mindful of his egg allergy and made my husband and I feel safe...

Care member

Rebecca B.

Darien, CT

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

5.0

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I've been working with kids for the past 10+ years. In the past I've worked in daycares, with children from 3 months to 5 years old. I've also worked for the board of education, with children from the ages 5 to 18 years old. I've gained so much experience and patience throughout the years especially with the board of...

Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"I met Rebecca in 2013 during my first trip to Connecticut. Since, she has watched my son every summer. My son loves flying from Texas during the summer to spend time with Rebecca. I'm very cautious about who I allow around my son, but Rebecca is truly a blessing....

Kei F.

Kathy P.

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

5.0

(1)

I have a teenage son with ASD and I have been working with children with special needs for the last six years. Having had a special needs child has transformed my life, and I am deeply committed to working with children and their families. Without the support, my son would not be where he is, so the second half of my life is...

Solange F.

$35/hr • 9 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(14)

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

I know English and Spanish, and I am currently studying Japanese! I have 9 years of experience in childcare. Alongside my commitment to child development, I am a certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant and the Owner and CEO of the Connecticut Center of Pediatric Consulting and Childcare Services (CCPCCS). Additionally, I studied...

Solange can also help with: Craft assistance, travel

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Solange is perfect! She is very smart and knowledgeable. I love the way she speaks to my 8 month old son and keeps him entertained. She is very professional and more than a nanny. Unfortunately, she is already employed by another family for the hours that need so I...

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Amanda R.

Greenwich, CT

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun, Compassionate, Creative Babysitter With Over 15 Years Experience

5.0

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 15 years of experience working with babies and children. I started when I was 16, working at Children's Day School in Greenwich, CT. I have experience with all ages from infant to school aged. I also have experience working with multiple children at a time. Most recently I was a nanny for two school aged boys. I have...

5.0

"Amanda is an incredible nanny! She's nurturing, patient, and has great intuitive skills. Amanda goes above and beyond to ensure the best care for the children. She's a true gem!"

Care member

Olivia U.

$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been a babysitter for 5 years now. I have worked with children of all ages and children with special needs. I'm able to help with many different actives such as housekeeping, pet care, meal prep and homework or virtual school. I can provide references if necessary. The hours/days I work can be flexible. I am reliable...

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

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Olivia is a bright and contentious young lady. She was able to step in and help out despite the situation being a bit stressful. We really hope to use her again. "

Jennifer A.

Monica B.

$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Monica

5.0

(1)

I have experience in taking care of newborns and toddlers. I have experience in giving baths, changing diapers, walking, and feeding children. I personally have 4 children of my own the ages from 14 - 40 years and I have 3 grandchildren. In the past I've taken care of special needed children. I took care of a 9 months old boy...

Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0

"Monica is a highly respected professional care giver. She has integrity, is compassionate, highly skilled , trustworthy ,caring and very personable. Monica is an outstanding individual and I highly recommend her. "

Dennis C.

Pablo R.

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

I am a seasoned caregiver with experiences working with the elderly having varied medical conditions in the comforts of their home, hospital, group homes, day program and nursing home. Presently, I work with special need people having developmental delay and various intellectual, psychological and physical disabilities. I am a...

5.0

"Pablo is an excellent worker. He's reliable, caring, and full of energy. Pablo takes pride in his work, he's always thinking of ideas to better service his clients. He has a deep understanding of the clients needs and take them very seriously. He's an avid...

Nancy B.

Debbie F.

Greenwich, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Childcare Professional

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was born and grew up in Greenwich, Connecticut, and I still live in this wonderful town. Childcare is my career and my passion, I truly love it; which is shown in my over 35 consecutive years of providing services to families in the community. Of these 35 years, I have about 20 years of experience working with children with...

5.0

"Debbie is fantastic! Always able to watch my son even at the last minute. My son absolutely loves her and asks to see her. She's very dependable and keeps my house tidy. She plays with him for the whole time and doesn't turn on the TV. My son has ADHD and she is...

Amanda J.

Wini O.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

I have an extensive experience in the health and social care field for over 20 years. I'm trained and provide care for various client groups including people with learning difficulties, Autism, people with mental health issues and the elderly, assisting them with all their physical, social and emotional needs in areas such as...

Elizabeth E.

$50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs Tutor/Mentor/Childhood Advocate/Coach

5.0

(1)

I work as a special needs tutor/mentor/coach. I am having great success with social skills, writing, math, science, social studies and homework assistance. Empathetic and patient to the core, I find ways to communicate and to teach that are fun and fulfilling. Happiness is often based on the child's success in moving forward and...

Alexandra A.

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

Hi my name is Alexandra, I'm a responsible, energetic, & nurturing 28-year-old. I've been working with children as a nanny / babysitter for over 5 years now. I started working occasionally after school for families in my building until I found one family who I've stuck with long term. I have experience with multiple children,...

Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Alexandra has been our nanny for almost a year, since our daughter was an infant. She is a reliable, loving, fun and dedicated nanny. She has a good understanding of the needs and abilities of children and is warm, nurturing and responsive to our daughter. We...

Nilou K.

Esli M.

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

P/T Professional Certified Caregiver For Monday & Wednesday (8-5)

5.0

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