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Abby H.


Stafford Springs, CT

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

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Hi, I'm Abby! I'm 22 years old and a current masters student at WSU earning my degree in speech language pathology. I love working with kids and have found working with children who have special needs to be most rewarding and fulfilling. I have experience working with children who have autism, ADD/ADHD, social emotional...
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Heather M.


Stafford Springs, CT

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi , my name is Heather, and I currently hold a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work . During my undergraduate studies , as well as post graduation, I spent time working for two agencies in which I worked individually with persons with cognitive and developmental disabilities as well as in a group setting . I believe in maintaining...
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Ginger H.


Willington, CT

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Nurturing responsible and reliable career nanny with experience caring for newborn through teen age children. I have recent experience with twins and also special needs. Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certifications are current. I have taught gymnastics and swimming lessons and enjoy outdoor activities , reading, crafting, yoga and...
Ginger can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ginger is educated, experienced, punctual, trustworthy, dependable, caring and the one person you can always count on. My son is 16 and has Down syndrome. Ginger has been with us through all these years. He can be a challenge, but Ginger can manage any...

Leslie D.

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Pat J.


Willington, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Former Special Ed Teacher Available For Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have extensive experience working with children with special needs! I would love to talk with you to see if I am a good fit for your child's needs.
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Robin S.


Willington, CT

$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Tracher PCA

Hi, my name is Robin. I am a retired teacher. I have my Masters degree in education. I also have a dual interest. I have a BA in sociology and I ran a group home for non-ambulatory teenagers. I am experienced in taking care of children with cerebral palsy and who are mentally challenged. I managed a group home and was...
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Karen N.


Holland, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love working with children. I hold an Early Education degree and have worked in daycare settings, private homes, and a special education junior high class. During college, I was a nanny for two years and cared for twin infants. Once married, I enjoyed homeschooling my three children, two of whom had learning challenges which...
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Katherine S.


Monson, MA

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Care Giver Available

I am currently an assistant Director at a dayhabilitation program in where I work with adults and senior with developmental disabilities. I have been working with this population for more than 4 years and it has been a great experience. I would love to help you care for your love ones.
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Laura V.


Tolland, CT

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Morning Nanny Available

Hi, my name is Laura! I have cared for children from newborn-15 years old. My job duties included caring for the children along with picking up after them, doing laundry and dishes, making meals, taking them for hair cuts and doctor appointments, taking them to their daily activities and keeping them entertained throughout the...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Cheyanne B.


Monson, MA

$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Cheyanne and I have roughly 8 years of experience in the childcare field. I have worked in daycare being a toddler teacher for a few years. I have also been a nanny to different families with ages ranging from newborn to school age. I have experience with asd and special needs!
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Carah B.


Woodstock Valley, CT

$18/hr • 8 yrs exp

I'd Love To Work With You!

I love kids and pets! I have two dogs of my own. I've been caring for kids since my little brother was born and I've been a free babysitter for my mom! I currently work at my college as a tutor in a program called homework heroes! I help kids grades k-12 finish their homework and improve their grades as well as play with kids...
Carah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Julie P.


Willington, CT

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver For Elderly

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...
As a mother myself of two beautiful children and previous experience in the corporate world, I understand the need for childcare that's not only reliable, but feels like a second home to your child. I am flexible with hours, offering both on-site childcare (depending on location) along with welcoming your child into my home.
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Maggie A.


Somers, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Support

Hi! I have several years experience as a school counselor. My caseload includes several children with special needs. I am comfortable proving support to anyone with special needs.
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Zoey R.


Manchester, CT

$20-26/hr • 7 yrs exp

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Elyse T.


Vernon Rockville, CT

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Weekend Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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. I am currently not available as a full time nanny. Please message me for babysitting opportunities
Elyse can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Kathy T.


Storrs Mansfield, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energetic Care Giver Seeking An Opportunity To Help!

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...
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Merideth K.


Broad Brook, CT

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked in child care for many years including classrooms with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-k headstart programs. I am also CPR and First Aide certified. I currently work for an allergist who regularly sees pediatric patients. I have an Associate's Degree in Child Development, am a nursing student, and am very...
Merideth can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Merideth is great with our kids. Has watched them many times,including for a few days straight while my husband and I went away on vacation. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing the kids were in good hands. The kids always have a good time with her and ask...

Jigisha M.

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Jennifer W.


Sturbridge, MA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Exceptional Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in home health care and residential care for approximately 10 years each. Within residential care, I provided residential habilitation services, as well as non-residential habilitation and specialized companion services within the community. I worked with people who had varying degrees of intellectual disabilities...
5.0
"Jennifer words can't express how awesome Jen is. She has been a lifesaver to us. We have a daughter who has special needs and has seizures and is not able to walk or talk. We needed someone we could trust and feel comfortable with. Jen is that person. When we...

Carol D.

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Krista S.


Dudley, MA

$15-30/hr

Hello

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Krista and I am 39 years old I am a mother of 3 children a daughter almost 19 years old a 17-year-old daughter and a 13-year-old son... I am very interested in being a part of your family. I have over 18 years experience as a mother, babysitter, and a Nanny , I am also very educated in high functioning autism...
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Kari Z.


Andover, CT

$30-38/hr • 10 yrs exp

Creative Mom of Two

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of two wonderful girls. I was a nanny for a number of different families before and after I had my children. I also have many years of experience as a household manager/assistant. I work as a professional organizer and house cleaner as well. I love cleaning and organizing and I have always loved children. I have...
Kari can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kari is amazing. She has been watching our infant for the past 4 months. She's intuitive, you can tell she has years of experience with kids. She's reliable, a great communicator and incredibly nice. She always finds fun and creative ways to occupy the baby. As a...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Stafford Springs, CT

Ginger H.

5.0

Ginger has been part of our family for almost 10 years and she's actually the best. Kids gravitate to her. Anyone who hires Ginger would be incredibly lucky!

- Amanda N.

Zoey R.

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.

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.

Merideth K.

5.0

Merideth is great with our kids. Has watched them many times,including for a few days straight while my husband and I went away on vacation. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing the kids were in good hands. The kids always have a good time with her and ask when she'll be able to watch them...

- Jigisha M.

Jennifer W.

5.0

Jennifer words can't express how awesome Jen is. She has been a lifesaver to us. We have a daughter who has special needs and has seizures and is not able to walk or talk. We needed someone we could trust and feel comfortable with. Jen is that person. When we first met her we know Jen was the...

- Carol D.

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