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Opal Mya B.
Southport, CT
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a loving child care professional with over 25 years of professional experience. I have worked in daycare, family child care homes, as well as an in-home nanny for so many great families. I have provided care for those with limited mobility, learning & communication disabilities/delay, sight impairment, and behavior...
4.0
(1)
I did volunteer services at the Kennedy Center in Trumbull (special needs school). I work with people who have autism. We meet with parents whose children have autism, Asperger's, etc. I am a passionate, caring, reliable person. I have been working as a nanny for many years, and I want to spend my time with special kids, too. I...
4.0
"I wanted to let perspective families know that Julia was the first to respond to my add, and was fast and expediant in her communications. I cannot rate her quality of care because she did not work for our family, but I wanted to provide positive feedback on my...
Adriene R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
BIO
Hello families! I am 32 years old. Fluent in English and Spanish. I am a U. S. citizen with a clean driving record/background. I have been a nanny since 2010 before that I studied Early Care and Education and worked as a teacher's aide for 4 years. I started my ECE education at my Technical highschool where ECE was my trade,...
Ashly can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Sarah W.
Norwalk, CT
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a speech pathology major college student currently and I am looking for a new job opportunity . I am a very dependable and patient person with approximately 5 years of experience taking care of children, working with a wide variety of ages. I have had many different wonderful opportunities to interact with and care for...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Olivia! I am a recent graduate from the University of Connecticut, and I'm currently attending graduate school at Sacred Heart University. I have 7 years of experience working with children. I have experience working with children who have special needs. I spent the summer teaching kindergartners in summer school!...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia is an amazing babysitter/caregiver and I highly recommend her. She has been babysitting my children for several years. She’s super responsible, honest, kind, compassionate and energetic. She’s good with all ages and keeps the kids engaged and busy. My kids...
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Adrienne D.
Bridgeport, CT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Adrienne (non-smoker) and I'm very interested in this job. I'm fully vaccinated in the medical field Im a Patient care attendant/ Patient Care Tech with over 15 years of experience. I have my CPR/ First Aid I love what I do and I take my job very serious and I have a lot of patience. I work the in hospitals,...
Adrienne can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I employed Adrienne for the past five months until my mother passed away this past week. Adrienne was a joy to have as a caregiver in our home. She is full of life, extremely attentive, compassionate, loving and efficient. I utilized her care-giving services for an...
Roberta C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Over the past 16 years, I've cared for numerous people with different medical issues. Some of those issues include Alzheimer's/dementia, blindness, loss of hearing, and different levels of mobility. For my clients I will prepare meals, do light housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping, errands, transport to doc apts, assist...
Teresa can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Terri is outstanding....reliable, hardworking, and caring. Has done a great job with my elderly mom and I fully recommend her."
Paul D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm passionate about helping children grow and develop, and I have 4 years of experience as a childcare provider. I'm patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and friendly, and I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. I'm also experienced with special needs children and have First Aid Training and CPR Training.
I believe...
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stephanie was lovely and we would definitely use her again!"
Lisa O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Matladi. I have 6 years of experience working with children of all ages. (Reference available on request) I believe in creating a fun, stimulating and safe environment for children to thrive. I am passionate about providing nurturing, loving care for children in order to help them grow and learn. I'm also very...
Matladi can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Matladi has been amazing for my kids . I have 2 energetic kids and she has always managed to keep them entertained, they love her so much . She is dependable and always on time . I highly recommend her ."
Zandile M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have helped to care and cared for children with special needs. I have cared for both verbal and non verbal children. Every weekend for a few years, I had helped to care for a boy with special needs. I enjoyed taking him into the community and helping him with his social skills, as well as just playing with him at home or in...
Tyerra C.
Bridgeport, CT
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi families!
A little bit about myself is, I am CPR, AED and first aid certified for infants-Adults and also have protective behavioral training. I have lots of experience working with multiple families with children ages 2months to 15 years old including children with special needs. To contribute, I have experience working...
Tyerra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ty has been an amazing asset to our family while raising our 7 month old twin boys! She is always available when we need her and always goes above and beyond to help my husband and I as new parents. The boys adore her so much and are always at ease with her. She...
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5.0
(13)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I know English, Spanish, and some Japanese! I have 8 years of experience in childcare. Alongside my commitment to child development, I am a certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant! Additionally, I am currently studying Psychology to become a Criminal Psychologist, a separate but equally passionate interest of mine.
With...
Solange can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Solange was a life saver for my family during a bad snow storm! She made the trek out to help watch my son for the day and we couldn’t be more grateful. Not only that but she was absolutely attentive, responsible, and professional. My son had such a fun day and it...
Katherine S.
Rabia H.
Stratford, CT
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I really enjoy being a CNA because I like to help people as I didn't get the chance to help my father for a long time before he passed away. I want to make the most and I hope I can be of help to you.
Denajah E.
Bridgeport, CT
$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello my name is D'Ajah and I am a CNA. The beginning of this year I completed CNA schooling and been working with seniors ever since. I am experienced with dementia patients, bed bound patients, special needs patients etc. I am comfortable with live in services as I was a live in caregiver for 4 months before my patient passed....
Denajah can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Charlotte R.
Westport, CT
$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi!!! My name is Charlotte and I'm a rising junior at the University of Maryland pursing a degree in philosophy, politics, and economics! I have been working with kids (babysitting, camp counselor, and special needs program volunteer) for the past few years and absolutely love it! Although my major sounds boring, I am super...
Charlotte can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Zoe B.
Bridgeport, CT
$26-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving And Fun Babysitter Who Pours Abundant Of Love In A Child.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate Caregiver with 18 years of experience in Jamaica providing support to elderly and special needs clients as a PCA and nurturing early childhood development as a Teacher. Skilled in creating engaging activities, promoting safety, and maintaining diligent records. Seeking a Caregiver/ nanny role to deliver empathetic...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
I have worked with the elderly and clients with mental illness. Also worked as a vet tech for over 10 yrs and worked with special needs children I will treat your family member just as if they were my family member Thank you Monique
Monique can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, transportation, errands, light cleaning
Hello! I am a mom of 2 college kids who are in college. I have been in the field of education for over 20 years with experience with babies, toddlers, and all ages of children, students with special needs, and more. I am enthusiastic, energetic, creative, and kind.
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
Hey there! I'm a caring, experienced and patient 19-year-old who's totally ready to provide excellent support for special needs individuals. With a background in providing support and creating inclusive environments, I'm ready to lend a helping hand and make a positive impact.
I am studying Psychology with a collateral in English and music. I will be graduating with my bachelor's of science in psychology this August 2019! I'm one of 12 children, seven of whom are adopted. My baby brother was born with three holes in his heart and a cleft pallet, and was later diagnosed with Bi-polar disorder. My...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Southport, CT
Julia V.
4.0
I wanted to let perspective families know that Julia was the first to respond to my add, and was fast and expediant in her communications. I cannot rate her quality of care because she did not work for our family, but I wanted to provide positive feedback on my communications with her.
- Adriene R.
Olivia G.
5.0
Olivia is an amazing babysitter/caregiver and I highly recommend her. She has been babysitting my children for several years. She’s super responsible, honest, kind, compassionate and energetic. She’s good with all ages and keeps the kids engaged and busy. My kids love Olivia and whoever hires her...
- Care member
Adrienne D.
4.0
Adrienne worked for me for two weeks while I had to travel. She was a live-in caregiver and looked after my mom who has brain cancer. Adrienne did a fantastic job. She made sure she ate everyday, gave her baths, and was a great companion for her. She also checked in regularly with updates. She is a...
- Nadin N.
Teresa D.
5.0
Terri was nothing but professional and took the utmost care of my husband in our time of need. She was proactive, a self starter, gentle and incredibly detail oriented. Also, she made some amazing food that my husband enjoys and got him to eat, most importantly! She’s an extremely patient,...
- Care member
Stephanie C.
5.0
Stephanie was lovely and we would definitely use her again!
- Lisa O.
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