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Christina T.


Weston, CT

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

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I absolutely love being a caregiver, currently, I am the sole caretaker for my 87-year-old grandmother. I am a compassionate individual that wants a position to help provide a more nurturing environment. The children I have cared for range between the ages of infant to 16 years in age. I am energetic and engaging with kids in...
WORK EXPERIENCE Childcare, Weston, CT June 2014-Present Nanny Responsibilities grew from basic childcare to cooking, cleaning, and driving the children Camp Counselor, Saint Catherine s Academy Volunteered at summer school for children and adults with severe disabilities Fostered an environment of pride with accomplishment and...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance
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Kristina U.


Trumbull, CT

$28-40/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Care Provider

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...
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Solange F.


Norwalk, CT

$35/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny

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: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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.

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Tyerra C.


Bridgeport, CT

$25/hr8 yrs exp

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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Olivia G.


Fairfield, CT

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Babysitter

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: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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Carol B.


New Canaan, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Counselor, Teacher And Child & Animal Lover

I have been a counselor with special needs children and their families for 20 years. It takes a special person to work with special children and I am that person :)
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Carol B.


New Canaan, CT

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Counselor, Teacher, Child & Animal Lover :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a professional, mature, fun mom of 3 Kids. I have a Masters degree in counseling & have been a therapist for special needs & regular ed kids, I currently am a part time house manager as well as help with a special needs 5-year-old. I have been a substitute teacher, worked as a case manager with medical patients volunteered...
Carol can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Carol has been such a huge help with our daughter. She has patience beyond belief, is sweet and very reliable. I never had to worry if Carol would show up as scheduled. My daughter thinks she is great, and that's what is so important. I would highly recommend...

Marylou R.

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Stephanie C.


Fairfield, CT

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny

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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Stephanie was lovely and we would definitely use her again!"

Lisa O.

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Julia V.


Bridgeport, CT

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

COMPASSIONATE , PATIENT CAREGIVER AVAILABLE

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.

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Sarah W.


Norwalk, CT

$20/hr5 yrs exp

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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Amanda S.


Trumbull, CT

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter, Tutor, Special Needs Aide

I'm a substitute teacher and paraprofessional with experience working with special needs kids. Passionate about education!
Amanda can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
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Vanessa S.


South Salem, NY

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

I am All Perfectly, And Wonderfully Made

Hi, my name is Vanessa. And I am 44 years old and I'm currently looking for some work in my neighborhood. Something to keep busy in the mornings, Kids are special to me, especially having a grandson with special needs. Love and patience is my number one priority for a child's development.
Vanessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
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Monique M.


Wilton, CT

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a fun caring person. I was a nanny when I was younger for numerous families in New Canaan and Ridgefield CT. I also took care of two special needs children. One in Weston CT. and one in Ridgefield CT. I love kids and pets. I am loyal, honest and respectful. Please consider me. Thank you Monique
Monique can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Carol B.


New Canaan, CT

$30-33/hr10 yrs exp

Counselor, Teacher, Special Needs Care

I have been a counselor for over 25 years with the special-needs population and their families. I also do substitute teaching within my home district of New Canaan, Connecticut. I am comfortable and experienced with from newborn to 21+ I am currently a house manager on a part time basis where I do everything household related...
Carol can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Holly D.


Norwalk, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I'm energetic and fun with 10 plus years experience working with kids as a nanny, teacher and special needs assistant. I also have a daughter of my own who is 12 and well as two step daughters 22 and 25. I enjoy the outdoors, crafts, being silly, cooking, cleaning(yes I said it) and just enjoying life. I'm looking for something...
Holly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Amy B.


Norwalk, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Music Teacher And Nanny

I have over 10 years of experience as a babysitter/nanny back when I was living in Massachusetts and I am now a licensed music teacher. I have taught children of all ages as well as special needs children. I have spent pretty much my entire professional life working with children and they are wonderful!
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Hailey D.


Trumbull, CT

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Fun And Energetic Sitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I recently graduated college with a bachelor degree and am currently a certified RBT working at a clinic with special needs children. Because of this I am only available on weekends. I am CPR and first aid certified, don't smoke, and love all types of animals, so pets are fine as well! Having four younger brothers ranging from...
Hailey can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Clare M.


Norwalk, CT

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Excellent CNA

I'm a dependable, mature, and experienced CNA. I have over 10 years of experience working with clients. My skills include; assistance with ADL's, encouraging independence, assisting with therapy, clear communication, med certified, CPR, feeding, and documentation. I have a wide range of experience which includes care for the...
Hello, my name is Kristara, Children and adults with special needs hold a soft spot in my heart. I do believe in the importance of imaginative play and bringing up a child in a nurturing environment. Early childhood are the fundamental years, so we need to take a proactive stand in creating a favorable growth path for children....

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Weston, CT

Solange F.

5.0

Solange is perfect! She is very smart and knowledgeable. I love the way she speaks to my 8 month old son and keeps him entertained. She is very professional and more than a nanny. Unfortunately, she is already employed by another family for the hours that need so I can't be having her as our...

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Tyerra C.

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 always plans activities and...

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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...

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Carol B.

5.0

Carol has been such a huge help with our daughter. She has patience beyond belief, is sweet and very reliable. I never had to worry if Carol would show up as scheduled. My daughter thinks she is great, and that's what is so important. I would highly recommend Carol for Childcare, especially with...

- Marylou R.

Stephanie C.

5.0

Stephanie was lovely and we would definitely use her again!

- Lisa O.

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