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I am a mom of 3 and a former special needs preschool teacher. I have a masters in education, and am NYS certified. I love kids, and pets! I love working with children, and have experience in both special and general education. I have basically worked with kids my whole life, and am a mom to 3 of my own (8, 6 and 3 years old). I...
Vanessa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
In 2019 I was an intern for 4 weeks in South Africa where I assisted in gross motor development for children with autism, cerebral palsy and down syndrome. In May of 2022 I went back to South Africa to intern at School for Autistic Learners, where I worked under the supervision of the occupational therapist. I led group...
I have 8 years of professional childcare experience in the New Milford school district, but I've been working with children since I was 13 helping to run art camps for the Village Center for the Arts. I don't mind helping with travel or grocery shopping, and I also have experience in catering and a passion for cooking and baking...
Lorina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Claudia G.
Danbury, CT
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My babysitting skills and experience, along with my positive attitude and friendly nature, position me to excel in this role. I have experience with special needs such as administering meals and/or medication via feeding tubes such as NG tubes or G-tubes. I would love the opportunity to meet your family and discuss my...
Marianne can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Marianne will make a great nanny for any family. We plan on reaching out to her for days here and there. Our needs changed and that was the reason we didn't hire Marianne outright. She was wonderful with our kids."
Arda O.
5.0
(1)
I graduated from New York University last year and I am currently working as an Elementary School Social Worker.
I have 10 years of child care experience; infants, toddlers, grade school, twins, and children with special needs.
I have extensive experience working with early intervention ages and grade school ages on social...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stephanie is responsible, caring, hard working and reliable. She is a safe driver. Overall, I highly recommend Stephanie as a babysitter."
Leslie H.
5.0
(2)
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: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Allie was an excellent caretaker at the University Club. She always provided the kids with fun, enriching activities that kept the kids engaged with each other rather than the TV. Her nursing background gives her a unique and impressive perspective on child safety...
Holly H.
Gianina L.
Danbury, CT
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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
"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,...
Anna A.
5.0
(3)
FUN! Caring and Compassionate!
Looking for a night out or break on the weekends, look no further.
I enjoy caring for children as it comes naturally to me; being that I am a mom of two special needs children. I understand children's needs and take time to understand and allow them to enjoy being a kid.
I started working...
Tanya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"We have used Tanya on multiple occasions while visiting family in NYC. She has watched all 3 of my boys (one being a newborn). It takes a lot for a mom to feel at ease when trying to find childcare in a new city, but Tanya has made me feel just that. I felt so...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a CNA for 9 years. I was not only able to work with the elderly, but I also have experience working with special needs individuals both young and old in a nursing home and private home setting. I have experience with individuals with MS, traumatic brain injuries and adults with Cerebral Palsy. I am punctual and...
5.0
"Reliable, knowledgeable, flexible, extremely pleasant, compassionate, so helpful, an just all around skilled wonderful individual. I am a pretty big guy with MS, limited mobility, very weak, and dependent on others to meet my daily living needs. Joy enabled me to...
Pete P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced and compassionate behavior therapist with over 30 years of experience helping children with special needs. My expertise includes
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), verbal behavior, and Relationship Development Intervention (RDI). I have worked extensively with autistic children and those with other...
5.0
"Nan has been the best teacher our son A. has ever had. He's got moderate autism and she strikes just the right balance between great curriculum and a firm hand to keep him focused. She has great educational insights and tailored a lesson plan to fit his needs and...
Chris W.
Carla M.
North Salem, NY
$17-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Everyone!! My name is Carla and I am 29 years old looking for a full/part time nanny job! I have been a camp counsler and baby sitter for about 12 years now! I love working with kids! My goal is to make everything fun and magical for kids. Arts is definitely my speciality when creating activities, exploring outside,...
Carla can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have two children ages 18 and 17
many nieces and nephews and little cousins that I have cared for in the past.
I am 43 years old- I have lived in Poughkeepsie all my life.
I have stayed at home with my children and have helped family and friends with their precious little ones. I have cleaned houses and I am a local family...
Jessie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jessie is wonderful with my two year old daughter. My daughter loves the time they spend together every other week. Jessie brings energy, ideas for play and a gently educational approach. She is kind, funny and warm. From the beginning of her coming to us (six...
Caitlin M.
Ryan H.
Pleasant Valley, NY
$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Care Professional & Special Needs Educator
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an energetic and compassionate professional with 11 years of both behavioral and ABA experience working with a wide range of developmental disabilities in various public and private care settings. 7 of those years I spent working at Anderson Center for Autism assisting individuals with Autism, ED, BD, Downs, and several...
5.0
"If you have a child with autism, Ryan is your person! He has been life-changing in helping my child with severe ASD navigate and thrive in his community. My child is extremely high-energy and active and Ryan has handled him with ease. Ryan is very active himself...
Kyra S.
Courtney C.
Sandy Hook, CT
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Greetings! My name is Courtney and I am a female, looking to get back into direct care in a part time capacity. I come to Care. com with 5+ years experience working with an aging population with disabilities, both mental and physical. With my experience as a care giver to others, as well as my own innate capabilities as a...
Carla M.
North Salem, NY
$24-30/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a brother with autism and bipolar disorder. I'm his care taker. I have also worked with kids with special needs focusing on independent living, personal hygiene, motor skills, speaking and more!
I am currently a Nurse. I have experience in all areas of the medical world from pediatrics, to geriatrics. I have experience with special needs as well.
Erica can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, hospice services, dementia, visiting nurse
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
I am mom of 3 children and have one with special needs. I have been babysitter since I was 17 years old. I will like to take care you child. Also, I like to take care children with special needs.
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Valdirene M.
Bethel, CT
$17-28/hr • 10 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Emma , I am 25 years old and finishing up my Masters degree at Fordham University in Social Work. My classes are held on the weekends so I am looking for a full time position (open to part time) and long term. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages especially with special needs. I am very...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sherman, CT
Marianne L.
5.0
She did a great job ! I highly recommend her
- Ramona P.
Stephanie L.
5.0
Stephanie is responsible, caring, hard working and reliable. She is a safe driver. Overall, I highly recommend Stephanie as a babysitter.
- Leslie H.
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.
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.
Tanya R.
5.0
We have used Tanya on multiple occasions while visiting family in NYC. She has watched all 3 of my boys (one being a newborn). It takes a lot for a mom to feel at ease when trying to find childcare in a new city, but Tanya has made me feel just that. I felt so safe having her watch my boys and...
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