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60 special needs caregivers are listed in West Hartford, CT
The average rate is $18/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in West Hartford, CT
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I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Behavior - Applied Behavior Analysis.
I love kids. I have over a year of experience working with kids with psychiatric and behavioral issues at Connecticut Children's Medical Center in their behavioral health unit called Zone C. I also worked with adults...
5.0
"Selena is a wonderful worker that takes pride in her position. She is dependable and makes sure to always help her coworkers. She also puts others first and makes sure her job is done to satisfactory...
Reviewed by Keesha G.
Dian F.
West Hartford, CT
$18-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hello , my name is Dian. I have been working in the field of Special Education and with Seniors for 33 years. I am passionate about helping others to improve their quality of life. I am dedicated, caring, honest and a great team player. I am looking forward to speaking with you and to share more of my skill set.
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Dear family! My name is Ganna and I'm Ukrainian. I have a MD in Teaching and Languages (English, French & Literature).
I have been an Educator and Caregiver for my entire life and I feel so lucky to be able to do what I do! I absolutely love to teach and care for children. I'm also happy to assist the family with various Errands...
5.0
"Anna is responsible and dependable. She is positive and engages with my son. He enjoys his time with her. I highly recommend her. "
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Hello parents,
I have over 30 years of experience with caring for children of all ages and multiples.
I've been working for the same family for 7 years; 7-year-old twin boys, both are special needs. Now that they are in school I am looking to bring my expertise to another family.
I look forward to meeting you!
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"Jackie has been a life saver for our family! She’s been our nanny for 7 years since our twin boys were born. She is extremely trustworthy and dependable and loves our kids like they are her own. She’s a great...
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Kristen M.
West Hartford, CT
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Excited To Help You With Your Children!
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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...
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...
Reviewed by Monica R.
Dian F.
West Hartford, CT
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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My Name is Dian, I worked with the Seniors population for 20 years. I have had experience working with dementia patients, patients with colostomy care, mobility needs, medication reminders just to name a few. needs, I also worked with students with special needs for over 33 years. Helping others is my passion. I am from a large...
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"Caring with a difference. Personality to have and to hold"
Reviewed by Carolyn C.
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I am looking for a part-time position helping care for a child with special needs. The family I work for now are researching preschool and moving after 3 years so I am excited to see what the future with a new family brings. Before having twins, I obtained a MAT in Education and was an elementary school teacher certified in...
Jordan L.
West Hartford, CT
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Jordan, and I am a graduate student in the doctoral program of clinical psychology at the University of Hartford concentrating in the adolescent child track. I just finished working in a cognitive neuroscience lab at Georgetown University working with children and teenagers with a wide range of psychiatric...
Sarah H.
West Hartford, CT
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
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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...
Carrie K.
West Hartford, CT
$15-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I've had over 20 years experience care for child birth to adult. I also have 18 years experience as a CNA. I am well versed in all aspects of caring for a disabled patient. Transferring, feeding, bathing, medication and any other special needs your child may need will be no problem for me to perform.
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I have 2 years experience working with a young man who is on the Autism Spectrum. I am patient and take pride in caring for people.
Kathleen L.
West Hartford, CT
$15-20/hr
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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...
Hannah P.
West Hartford, CT
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I'm an incoming Tufts occupational therapy grad student seeking employment during my studies. I have always loved working with kids and hope to use my degree to help children of all abilities succeed in activities of daily living. This past school year I was a teaching assistant, working primarily with preschool-aged children....
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Hi, my name is Becca! I have over 10 years of babysitting experience with infants to teens! I'm an exceedingly reliable, responsible, responsive and fun babysitter! Much of my passion for children comes from a young boy with down syndrome that I have had the privilege to care for the past 10 years. I have recently moved to a new...
Erin M.
West Hartford, CT
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi! For the past 6 years, I have babysat for children with and without disabilities. In addition, I have also been a teacher's assistant in an art class, I also work at a summer camp 1:1 with children with moderate to serve disabilities. I am very responsible and well organized, fun, and energetic and I'm willing to help with...
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I've worked with disabilities of all kinds as well as having ADHD myself. My goal is to give each client the care and understanding that I was lacking in my childhood.
Kristen M.
West Hartford, CT
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello families! I am a professional child care provider with over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I am also a mother myself and I have my own experience.
I have worked in the medical field for over 5 years as a medical assistant working with both adults and in pediatrics. I have been certified in...
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Hi! My name is Grace M I am a sophomore at UCONN majoring in Cognitive Science and on a Pre-Med track. I have six years of babysitting experience and am comfortable with children ages 4 months-12 years old. I also have experience babysitting children with special needs. I can help with household chores (light laundry,...
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Hi there! My name is Kelsey and I'm a teacher living in West Harford with my husband and pup. I have been a teacher for 9 years and have over 20 years of experience in childcare for infants, toddlers, adolescents, and children with special needs. I am looking forward to getting to know you and your family.
Hannah P.
West Hartford, CT
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I'm an incoming Tufts occupational therapy grad student seeking employment during my studies. I have always loved working with kids and hope to use my degree to help children of all abilities succeed in activities of daily living. This past school year I was a teaching assistant, working primarily with preschool-aged children....
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Hartford, CT
Selena M.
5.0
Selena is a wonderful worker that takes pride in her position. She is dependable and makes sure to always help her coworkers. She also puts others first and makes sure her job is done to satisfactory standards. Selena would be a wonderful addition to any company.
- Keesha G.
Ganna S.
5.0
Anna is responsible and dependable. She is positive and engages with my son. He enjoys his time with her. I highly recommend her.
- Care member
Jacqueline G.
5.0
Jackie has been a life saver for our family! She’s been our nanny for 7 years since our twin boys were born. She is extremely trustworthy and dependable and loves our kids like they are her own. She’s a great partner to have in your corner when navigating the journey of parenthood and all the ages...
- Care member
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.
Dian F.
5.0
Dian has a experience in both service area. she is a hard worker but at the same time caring and well detailed. she has over the years left a great impression on the lives of those she has served and their families. Dian has worked for over twenty years with special needs students as well as...
- Stanley F.
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Ratings for West Hartford, CT special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in West Hartford, CT are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.