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In the past, I have worked as an ABA Therapist/ Personal Assistant to a young non-verbal boy with Autism, as well as to a 22-year-old adult male on the spectrum. I have developed a heart and passion for developing relationships with people with special needs, and have learned a great deal through these experiences.
I worked for 3 years with people with cognitive disabilities such as epilepsy, autism, cerebral palsy, among others.
Elizabeth M.
Enfield, CT
$16-24/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.
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, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
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
"I was so lucky to have found Rachel. She was sensitive, supportive, reliable and quickly recognized my needs. Rachel provided a calm presence when I was feeling overwhelmed. She is patient, warm, intuitive, empathetic and loving. Rachel has become a very dear...
Cathy R.
Kathy T.
Storrs Mansfield, CT
$10-20/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
$16-20/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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I cannot say enough good things about Amy. This was our first time using this service and I am so glad I did. Amy was incredibly kind, punctual and the most awesome playmate to my energetic six year old son. Amy made me feel at ease and engaged my son with...
Amy 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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Zoey did a great job watching my kids. She followed our instructions, checked in throughout the day, and asked questions if she was unsure. The kids loved their time with her. We will be using her again."
Angela R.
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Tianna is awesome!! She is extremely reliable and trustworthy. She knows her stuff when it comes to caring for children. She’s been helping us with our kids for over a year now and we’ve always been very happy to have her help. "
Care member
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
$15-30/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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & 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:
First Aid
CPR
21 years of experience raising children with special needs, two years of experience providing child care.
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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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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