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Special needs caregivers in West Simsbury, CT

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Lydia S.


West Simsbury, CT

$14-17/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny Lydia

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I have worked with kids off all ages for four years now. My experience as a swim instructor at a summer camp, an assistant teacher at a day care, and as a ski instructor have given me the tools to be prepared for anything while working with kids. I am comfortable with all ages, am a good helper with school work and have many fun...
Lydia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Kristen M.


West Hartford, CT

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Excited To Help You With Your Children!

4.5

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Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hi families, my name is Kristen, and I am a seasoned nanny ready to help you with your young children. I have extensive experience caring for children of all ages, as well as with families of multiples(most recently with toddler twins), and children with special needs. I am an older nanny I suppose, but do not let my age deter...
Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kristen has been fantastic at watching our 18 month old son, especially with the challenges of COVID. He gets a big grin on his face and rushes to her every morning. Kristen has also managed to consistently find new events and activities to bring him to that are...

Tucker W.

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Sam O.


Farmington, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi all! My name is Sam and I have over 10 years of experience in babysitting and special needs care. I am a mental health counselor specializing in children's behavioral health and have significant experience working with children of all ages and abilities. Specifically, I have worked with children with ADHD, ODD, depression,...
Sam can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She has helped out with Vacation Bible School and in the church nursery. She is very good with children. Dependable, mature, caring and loving. I've watched her grow up into a very responsible teen. I would definitely hire her to watch our children here at the...

Cynthia D.

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Nora E.


Granby, CT

$25/hr15 yrs exp

Dependable Date Night Sitter

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: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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.

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Sam O.


Farmington, CT

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

My friends daughter was very special needs and I would spend a lot of time playing with her and I would help to feed her and give her medicine anytime it was needed. I love to help kids who can't help themselves. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old so I have almost 7 years of experience. I have my own reliable car...
5.0
"She is a very bubbly, fun person. She loves children and enjoys playing with them. She is very caring and watches for any sign of distress in the children."

Nichole L.

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Amy R.


Granby, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Dependable, Punctual, And Kind Nanny Available Now!

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: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Amy was great! My kids were immediately comfortable with her. They had a great evening and she tidied up after they were in bed. Will definitely have her come sit again!"

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Shelby M.


Canton, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have taken care of family members my whole life. I have nannied for families long term and have wonderful references. I worked at Ben Haven in North haven a residential and school dedicated to autism and on the spectrum individuals. There I cared for 6 autistic adults at once and did over nights with them. Communicated via...
Shelby can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Cara C.


Avon, CT

$22-50/hr3 yrs exp

I'm Looking For A Loving Family That I Can Help Out And Become Their Child's Best Friend.

Hello, my name is Cara! I've started my journey with working with children at a young age in the year of 2014. I've also worked at two daycares for young toddlers for the past couple of years, as I also currently babysit a newborn and a 3-year-old regularly on the weekends. I'm completely CPR and First Aid Certified as-well as I...
I have been working as a home health aide/housekeeper for over 10 years in the Hartford area. I have mostly worked with elderly and disabled individuals who need help around the house. I am an honest, dependable and and hard working person. I have many great references from former clients I can provide upon request. I look...
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Shelby M.


Canton, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

1.0

(1)

I have taken care of family members my whole life. I have nannied for families long term and have wonderful references. From healthy active to special needs. From newborn to seniors. I worked at Ben Haven in North haven a residential and school dedicated to autism and on the spectrum individuals. There I cared for 6 autistic...
Shelby can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Shelby M.


Canton, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Everything Is Fun When You Love What You Do!

I have taken care of family members my whole life. I have nannied for families long term and have wonderful references. I worked at Ben Haven in North haven a residential and school dedicated to autism and on the spectrum individuals. There I cared for 6 autistic adults at once and did over nights with them. Communicated via...
I am Sarah, a 23-year-old who has been living in West Hartford my whole life. I am reaching out to anyone that may be in need of a nanny next summer. I am available for full-time nannying starting June 20th, 2022. I am available Monday- Friday from 7am-4 p.m. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education with a specialty...
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Lisa H.


West Hartford, CT

$20-45/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 25 years of experience as a C. N. A. personal care attendant, and behavioral health attendant. I have training with dementia, and senior mental health. and adults with disabilities. I have been medication certified in CT, VA, and GA. I assist with all aspects of personal care, med prompting, mobility, activities and...
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Alexandra G.


West Hartford, CT

$19/hr6 yrs exp

Certified CPR/Red Cross, Post College Graduate Looking To Babysit.

Hi! My name is Alexandra, but I go by Allie. I have had experience working with, nannying, and babysitting children of all ages. I have had experience watching up to 5 children at a time as well. I have a full time job and am looking to babysit on the side. I also have experience working with mild to moderate special needs...
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Ruby O.


Windsor, CT

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Medical Assistant And Medication Administrator

Have been in this field since 2014 until now. Compassionate, friendly and funny. easy going and loved what I do . Even a medical assistant I still work in group home.
My name is Charmaine. I am a mother to three wonderful children, who are all grown up now. My son had special needs that include a gtube and trach so I am well versed with using them. I have been an LPN for over 25 years and special in pediatrics, plus I have an associates degree. I have open availability during the week and...
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Emma S.


New Hartford, CT

$17-25/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Emma, I am 19 years old and have been babysitting for 8 years. I have nannied full time for two families and loved it! I am great with all ages, even infants, and have had experience working with special needs children. I am very good at keeping the kids happy and healthy, great with homework help and fun activities....
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Anastasia D.


Farmington, CT

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Tutor Starting When Needed

Hi! I am 32 years old. I have my Master's Degree in Elementary Education from Fairfield University and certified to teach K-6th Grade. My Bachelor's Degree is in Psychology. In addition to my graduate program, I took coursework in Early Childhood Education. I have experience working with Preschoolers and special needs students....
Anastasia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
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Danielle R.


Windsor, CT

$17-20/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked with students with varying ability levels and diverse needs from 1 y/o's to the 13-year-old I work 1:1 with during the school year.
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Elizabeth C.


West Hartford, CT

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Introduction To Elizabeth

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a third-year nursing student at the University of Saint Joseph with a strong passion for working with children. As a member of the honors program at USJ, I have taken several child development and med courses. I am CPR certified for both children and infants through the American Heart Association. I have extensive...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Elizabeth has been a wonderful babysitter/nanny for our 2 and 6 year olds. She really connects with the children, and puts in a lot of effort in tending to their individual (often chaotic) needs. She is super friendly, communicative, and dependable. Very highly...

Isaac C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Simsbury, CT

Kristen M.

5.0

Kristen joined our family last summer and took over care of our 5-month-old son, G. She has been a wonderful addition to our family. G. adores her and they have great fun together every day. He immediately smiles as she walks through the door and greets him. She's patient with our little guy, and...

- Monica R.

Sam O.

5.0

She has helped out with Vacation Bible School and in the church nursery. She is very good with children. Dependable, mature, caring and loving. I've watched her grow up into a very responsible teen. I would definitely hire her to watch our children here at the church.

- Cynthia D.

Nora E.

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 again in a heartbeat. My friend's...

- Kristin R.

Sam O.

5.0

She is a very bubbly, fun person. She loves children and enjoys playing with them. She is very caring and watches for any sign of distress in the children.

- Nichole L.

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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