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Elizabeth N.
Woodstock, CT
$30-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a very patient, kind, and responsible caregiver. I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have a passion for helping children learn, grow and explore this world.
I have worked with children, teens and adults with autism and other disabilities. Including working as a special education teacher...
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Angela and I have been around children for 10+ years. I have worked with new borns, toddlers & special needs children. I love to get creative while babysitting, whether building a fort or arts and craft or playing outside. Kids are my passion, which babysitting allows me to do what I love everyday! I would love to...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Angela loves working with children with a desire to go above and beyond!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
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.
5.0
(2)
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...
Ireland D.
Southbridge, MA
$18-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have now been a babysitter/ nanny for 3 different families that have a child with autism. Although all children are different I feel that I can try my best to help whatever the circumstances be speech trouble, moving trouble, eating trouble, etc. I am only 20 and know I have a lot to learn but I'm here to help!
Savannah C.
Pomfret Center, CT
$18-45/hr • 9 yrs exp
Outgoing, Good With Children, Personable, Patient, And Creative
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm Savannah and I'm a 2019 high school graduate. I've just returned from living in the UK for 6 months working as an Au Pair! I currently work at a daycare as the head preschool teacher and was the head infant teacher before I made my move to the UK. I've worked there for 3 years :)
I started working with children at a young...
Savannah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is amazing with children. She played with my daughter,...
Chelsie F.
Miranda B.
Thompson, CT
$16-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hey there! I have multiple years experience dealing with different types of disabilities. I just graduated nursing school a year and a half ago and I have dealt with people with disabilities in the nursing field but prior to that I worked for a company for 4 years dealing with those with disabilities. I have grown to love it....
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am NOT, a company that is reaching out looking to hire people! I am my own person, just looking for some extra work during the week! And also, I would like to stick with a family that is consistent and is willing to stay with me as well. That is my main goal of making the profile!
Hello! My name is Savannah, and I'm just...
Heather K.
Dudley, MA
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi my name is Miss Heather. Growing up My mom ran a home daycare and I loved to help where I could as a mother's helper.
I have worked with medically fragile children doing PCA work over the years and fell in love with learning and working with young children. I held many babysitting jobs as a young kid. 3 years ago I started...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Melinda C.
Southbridge, MA
$20-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked in the mental health field with developmental and physical disabilities for the last 12 years, I have experience with autism, Tbis, cerebral palsy, and many other disorders. I have experience with Hoyer lifts aswell. I do not mind preparing food, house, work, bathing, dressing, transportation, etc..
I have worked in Human Services in Management and Clinical positions for 13 years specific to children and adults with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities. I am extremely caring, compassionate and flexible. Increasing the quality of life and caring for all different types of kids and adults is what I am meant to do in...
I have 10 years of experience. I am Register Nurse and I graduated in Puerto Rico . I was working with people with special needs. I can help with transportation Services and Live-In Home Care. Provide consistent care for all clients. Help clients meet personal hygiene, mobility and nutritional needs.
Advocate on behalf of...
Charymar can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care & more
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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Maryjane L.
Southbridge, MA
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Step Mom of a 14 Year Old With Non Verbal Disability and ADHD
I have been caring for my son at least part time since he was 5 years old. Having him succeed with any of his projects is vital to increasing his self esteem; that is my passion.
Hello! My name is Carolina and I have seven years of full-time experience with younger and older children. I also have experience with special needs children. A little about me:
I attended college in Brazil and graduated with a Bachelor's degree in law.
I'm comfortable with and love animals!
I have my own reliable...
Harley B.
East Woodstock, CT
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have babysat for the past 15 years for a number of families with children ranging from 2 months old to preteens!
During my summers in highschool and college, I worked as a one to one aide at camp for children with special needs. I also have experience working in a school as an aide.
I currently work full time from home and am...
Harley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Tina P.
Southbridge, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been working very closely and personally with people with disabilities. age range from 20-70's both male and female. comfortable with personal hygiene, medication distribution, transportation, experience with hoiyer lift, knowledge of meal prep to each individual. I have worked in large groups, up to 15 people. I have...
Jaylene P.
Putnam, CT
$19-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, caring, and kind.
I like caring for people with special needs because I can communicate with them well.
I'm looking for a job that helps other people feel comfortable with who they are.
I started caring for people with special needs when I worked in a school.
In my spare time, I like to...
Angelica D.
Dudley, MA
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
As a 2013 graduate of Fitchburg State University, I graduated with a dual major of Special Education, Moderate Disabilities, grades PreK-8 and Elementary Education, grades 1-6. I earned my degree on graduation night with Cum Laude Honors. I am also a Certified Teacher through the MA Department of Early Education & Care for...
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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Woodstock, CT
Angela O.
5.0
I’m lucky enough to have Angela for a sister in law! She regularly watches my special needs toddler and my now 9 month old infant. She has the energy levels and experience required to manage a busy home while you’re away. She loves kids and is the type of gal who is always found playing with the...
- Care member
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.
Savannah C.
5.0
Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is amazing with children. She played with my daughter, fed my daughter dinner and was even...
- Chelsie F.
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