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Elizabeth M.
Enfield, CT
$17-24/hr
I have been a teacher for 7 years. I have experience in general and special education. I enjoy working with children of all abilities.
I am a certified and licensed full-time teacher who is available as a full-time or part-time nanny for the summer. I am currently teaching second grade but have taught kindergarten in the past. I am typically a director for a summer day camp and work with children ages 5-12. I have babysat for children of a variety of ages but...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Wanda L.
Springfield, MA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Cared For Special Need Pre-k Students To And From School
I made sure children were safe and comfortable to and from their school. I provided them with their seat belts and any tissues for their running noses. I always entertained them when needed.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Heather, I was a home childcare provider for over 10 years. I love working with children and have also worked in public schools with older children and children with special needs. I am a multitasker and if you need help with light house cleaning or cooking meals I am available for that as well! Look forward to...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Heather is very loving, creative and knows how to get the kids engaged in activities. She also knows how to get children working together as a team. She loves nature and taking the children outside for walks and play. I have not met a child yet that didn't love Ms...
Heidi S.
Rachel C.
Belchertown, MA
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Certified, Creative, Intuitive, Nurturing Experienced Care Provider
5.0
(4)
Hi! I am a fully vaccinated, certified Personal Care Assistant. I have been a care provider for 5 years, with experience in wound care, Alzheimers/Dementia, med management, mobility assistance, toileting, bathing, cooking, gardening, light cleaning, and organizing/clutter clearing.
I have also been a live-in House Manager at a...
5.0
"Rachel is incredibly patient, kind, and conscientious. In addition to knowing her for 20 years, I hired her a year ago to help with my 16-year-old son who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. She is wonderful with him and very caring - he really looks forward to...
Tonya D.
Kathy T.
Storrs Mansfield, CT
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic Care Giver Seeking An Opportunity To Help!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Since taking early retirement late last year, I have been helping my dad (age 94) and his wife. My dad has had increased difficulty getting around and had lost a good deal of his short term memory. I've helped with meal preparation, cleaning, and I have driven them to medical appointments and helped them with errands. I have...
Shannon H.
Windsor Locks, CT
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Care Giver Available 12 Yrs Experience Working With The Special Needs Population
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working with developmentally disabled people of all different ages and diagnosis. I have worked as a direct support staff at both day programs and in residential settings.
I consider myself extremely patient and caring. I am committed to treating the individual whom I am helping with respect and dignity.
I am...
Kaitlyn T.
Holyoke, MA
$19-41/hr • 9 yrs exp
Compassionate Childcare Provider With A Focus On Special Needs
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am delighted to offer my childcare services through Care.
With over 8 combined years of childcare and special-education experience, I am committed to providing exceptional care tailored to your kiddo's individual needs.
I believe in fostering a safe, nurturing, and consistent environment for children to learn and...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our kids had such a great time. Can't wait to have you back again!"
Glen F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently looking to go back into the nanny field after being a paraprofessional in Ellington for the past year. I have over 15 years of experience working with infants, toddler, special needs and school aged children as a nanny for multiple families as well as in multiple childcare settings.
Elyse can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our...
Amanda W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As a childcare worker for over a decade I started off working in Public Schools as a Before/After School Program Leader along with working as a STEM teacher in summer camp. Next I worked in daycares as both a Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher and as a Floating Teacher. Most recently I was a Math/Reading Interventionist, giving...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have been searching for a sitter for quite some time, and Amy has been the most amazing fit. She is knowledgeable, caring, and willing to help in various situations, even on short notice. She has made a solid connection with our son, and he is very comfortable...
Steve D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
As a dedicated childcare provider with 15 years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My patient and friendly nature allows me to connect easily with children and build trusting relationships with them. I am committed to supporting families and providing a safe, stimulating environment...
Nora can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Nora was nothing short of amazing. She cared for my daughter (1.5 years) and my friend's son (2 years) while we were vacationing in the area. She is warm, compassionate, reliable, highly qualified, dependable and intelligent. If we lived closer, we would hire her...
Kristin R.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been in the childcare business for about 8 years now. I have worked with infants to teenagers. I started babysitting at 14 for my neighbors children. I have also worked at different camps and have experience working with special needs children. I enjoy working with children because everyday is a new adventure. I...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jessica was awesome with my boys. She was helpful and reliable. I called her last minute and she was able to respond without hesitation. Would definitely work use her services again."
Sandrae L.
Zoey R.
Manchester, CT
$20-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Zoey! I am 23 years old from Manchester Connecticut. I am fully vaccinated from COVID-19, have a great driving record, no criminal background, and I am not a smoker! I am also fully certified for CPR and first aid, and update that whenever necessary. I am experienced with special needs and medical...
Zoey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Zoey did such a great job at entertaining my 1 year old, that she forgot all about her separation anxiety! Zoey was kind, and incredibly helpful. We will definitely hire her again"
Catherine L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an energetic, compassionate, and caring person that loves children of all ages. I was a preschool teacher for over 3 years, worked in a group home for at risk youth for 2 years, worked as a nanny for multiple families, and I've babysat countless children of all ages in various settings. I've worked with children that have...
Tianna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Our time with Tianna has been wonderful. She is reliable and hardwoking; working for us very early hours and late into the night at times. When I told her I was struggling with potty training she took initiative to offer her support and within a week or two my...
Stella C.
Collette B.
South Hadley, MA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Collette
PROFILE
Professional social worker with 25 plus years,
Now retired. I have raised 3 children with some special needs. I am calm, empathetic, well spoken, an excellent driver, and enjoy helping people.
I have had my CPR and standard first aid for years, though just let it lapse in 2/17.
Have taught private swim...
Kelly M.
Hartford, CT
$17-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Kelly! I have around 3 years of experience babysitting, 6 years of experience taking care of students with special needs. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation and I also have my own car.
Kelly can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have 20 years of experience with working with the elderly and people with traumatic brain injuries. A lot of my experience is with people with Alzheimer's dementia. I was a caregiver for my father who had vascular/Alzheimer's dementia that progressed very rapidly. He passed away almost 2 years ago and we miss him very much. I...
Ginny F.
East Hartford, CT
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I used to work as a special cares counselor at a YMCA day camp. I also have a younger sibling with special needs. I have had experience working with children with Angelman Syndrome, children on the Autistic spectrum and children with cerebral palsy. Although I have not worked with adults in the past, I am comfortable working...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a stay at home mom with over a decade of childcare experience, including nannying for infants and toddlers as well as older children; I have worked with children with varying types and degrees of special needs, and I have tutored in math, ESL, and literature.
I was an EMT for 3 years prior to the birth of my daughter and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
21 years of experience raising children with special needs, two years of experience providing child care.
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
First Aid
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Somers, CT
Heather S.
5.0
Heather is very loving, creative and knows how to get the kids engaged in activities. She also knows how to get children working together as a team. She loves nature and taking the children outside for walks and play. I have not met a child yet that didn't love Ms Ms Heather!!
Heather is a good...
- Heidi S.
Rachel C.
5.0
Rachel is incredibly patient, kind, and conscientious. In addition to knowing her for 20 years, I hired her a year ago to help with my 16-year-old son who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. She is wonderful with him and very caring - he really looks forward to their time together.
We also both...
- Tonya D.
Kaitlyn T.
5.0
Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and friendliness, making her very easy to work with. Highly recommended.
- Dennis L.
Elyse T.
5.0
Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our family. We love her to pieces and I...
- Amanda W.
Amy R.
5.0
We have been searching for a sitter for quite some time, and Amy has been the most amazing fit. She is knowledgeable, caring, and willing to help in various situations, even on short notice. She has made a solid connection with our son, and he is very comfortable with her. We would highly recommend...
- Steve D.
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