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Carah B.


Woodstock Valley, CT

$18/hr8 yrs exp

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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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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Special Needs Care

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Ginger H.


Willington, CT

$35/hr10 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ginger has been watching our littlest for 5 years! She always has him outside playing, doing fun crafts, and "school" stuff like his colors and numbers. He loves being with Ginger, they always have fun no matter what they do! It's about the kids for her. She has a...

Jen J.

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!
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Savannah C.


Pomfret Center, CT

$18-45/hr9 yrs exp

Outgoing, Good With Children, Personable, Patient, And Creative

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: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & 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.

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Angela O.


Pomfret Center, CT

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Angela loves working with children with a desire to go above and beyond!"

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Charymar D.


Southbridge, MA

$20-44/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

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: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Maryjane L.


Southbridge, MA

$15/hr3 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.
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Karen N.


Holland, MA

$25/hr10 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...
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, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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...
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Julie P.


Willington, CT

$20-30/hr10 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...
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Paula B.


Chaplin, CT

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, I have worked with children with Autism in a professional and babysitting setting. It has been a rewarding job that I enjoy very much. I look forward to seeing the kids grow and learn and helping them along the way.
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Abby H.


Stafford Springs, CT

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

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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Tina P.


Southbridge, MA

$15-20/hr10 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...
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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Pat J.


Willington, CT

$20-25/hr10 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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Melinda C.


Southbridge, MA

$20-21/hr10 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..
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Christie C.


Chaplin, CT

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

I worked full-time as an aide for middle aged twins who had Developmental Disabilities and Muscular Dystrophy. This position ended recently when the twins passed away within 2 months of each other. In my role as an aide, I assist with ADLs and with both a respiratory and exercise program, escorted them into the community and to...
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Robin S.


Willington, CT

$17-25/hr3 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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Angela M.


Southbridge, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Provider and Mother

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...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Woodstock Valley, 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.

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.

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...

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