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Jennifer R.


Ridgefield, CT

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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I used to babysit a young boy with a multitude of special needs. I also have a best friend with a younger brother with special needs (Autism and Downs Syndrome) who I love spending time with. Lastly, I have two brothers with special needs. One has ADD and the other has ADHD and Dyslexia. I am currently a student in Boston...
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Skye G.


Riverside, CT

$30-50/hr3 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

5.0

(1)

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I have 1 year of experience as a Personal Care Assistant providing individualized home support for a teenager with Down Syndrome. I have also directed and choreographed multiple theatre programs for teens with special needs.
5.0
"Skye worked with my teenage son with Down syndrome for the last 2 to 3 summers where I met her at Drama Rama’s in new Canaan a special-needs theater camp. She was the Director of the special-needs camp and I...

Reviewed by Care member

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Cara D.


Mount Kisco, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

College Senior, Elementary Education Major, Babysitter

5.0

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My name is Cara and I am a full time 3rd grade teacher during the school year. I have been babysitting since I was 12-years-old, I am now 29-years-old. I have worked with children of all ages (from 1-month-old and up). I also have a lot of experience working with children with special needs, ranging from autism-spectrum...
5.0
"Cara has been our sitter for several years now, both in the summer and during holiday breaks. She is reliable, competent, great with children of all ages. I am extremely particular about leaving my children and...

Reviewed by Jen C.

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Sarah M.


Pleasantville, NY

$40-50/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Experienced Special Education Teacher

5.0

(1)

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Hi, my name is Sarah. I currently live in Westchester. I have been working with kids since high school. I have my Bachelors in Elementary Education Grades 1-6 and a Masters in Special Education Grades 1-6. I have a NYS Professional Certification for both degrees. I am currently teaching at non-profit school for individuals with...
5.0
"The best ever! Sarah is a parent's dream: reliable, thoughtful, incredibly calm, and supportive with our high energy kids. She is not only a highly educated caregiver but she is proactive and takes initiative....

Reviewed by Douglas M.

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Joann D.


Monroe, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional And Experienced Care Provided - All Types Of Care

4.2

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I am a State of CT Registered Certified Nurses Aide with over 19+ years experience in all phases of home care such as Hospice, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Elder Care, Handicapped, Dept of Mental Rehab, Down Syndrome, Combative Patients, Special Needs Children. During my years as a C. N. A., I have received many Awards and Letters...
4.0
"Joann was a companion for a few months to our elderly parent before they started hospice. She provided great conversation, daily care, including light house keeping. She is very caring and knowledgeable of...

Reviewed by Valerie F.

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Lila K.


Stamford, CT

$30-40/hr5 yrs exp

Souls In Need

5.0

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Iam the daughter of a doctor, a surgeon, I use to go visit people with my dad, since I was a little girl. he is 75, he still helping others, and I will do the same way, never retired. I have experience with Alzheimer's all stages, down syndrome, autistics, quadriplegics, lime brain disorder, aggressive alcoholics, blind people,...
5.0
"Lila is a person who likes to help others, she is very passionate about what she does, she is helpful, kind, honest and a great person"

Reviewed by Andres G.

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Silvana M.


Mahopac, NY

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello my name is silvana I have a lot of experience taking care of people with special needs . I took care of a woman for 8 years with Down syndrome. I also took care of my brother who had special needs.
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Melanie S.


Putnam Valley, NY

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

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I have experience with children who have special needs (Autism, Down Syndrome, and other developmental disabilities) from all ages and I have tutoring experience. I am currently going for my BCBA, which means I have worked with children who display difficult behaviors, such as tantrums.
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Caroline S.


Stamford, CT

$10-30/hr3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Looking For Summer Nannying/Babysitting/Tutoring Job

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Hello! My name is Caroline. I'm currently a special education teacher in Ridgefield, CT and I have 3 years of full-time teaching experience working with students with special needs. I cannot wait for summer and being out side! I would love to spend time outside with any child that I work with over the summer as well as come of...
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Enrique Q.


Stamford, CT

$25-50/hr4 yrs exp

Adventurous Sitter And Caring.

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I'd describe my personality as adventurous, responsible, and caring I like caring for people with special needs because I grew up with my aunt that has down syndrome. I started caring for people with special needs when I was a teenager. In my spare time, I like to draw and watch anime. One thing you should know about me is...
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Denisse R.


Bridgeport, CT

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Personal Care / Experienced Special Needs PCA

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Hi Guys, I'll start off with a little about myself. I'm 27 years old, compassionate, hardworking, patient, and over all just a caretaker at heart. I always want to help improve daily life as much as I can. I'm also a huge animal lover, so pets are no issue. I've gained tons of experience working for St. Vincents Hospital day...

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I would like to help with your special needs period I had a sister who had down syndrome. I have a godson who has cerebral palsy. I do home care. I used to work for hospice. I love to try new things and learn. And i'm willing to help you in your time in need
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Annalisa D.


Brookfield, CT

$15-25/hr

Special Needs

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In 2019 I was an intern for 4 weeks in South Africa where I assisted in gross motor development for children with autism, cerebral palsy and down syndrome. In May of 2022 I went back to South Africa to intern at School for Autistic Learners, where I worked under the supervision of the occupational therapist. I led group...
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Helenann M.


Stratford, CT

$18/hr10 yrs exp

CT Certified Special Education Teacher.

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I have 16 years experience working with students on the spectrum and students with Down Syndrome in a self-contained environment.
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Kristen R.


Sandy Hook, CT

$16-22/hr1 yrs exp

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I am looking for a job in caring for kids. I am very good with kids and I love spending time with them. I have been involved in past summers with working at a basketball camp with younger children. I have good experience with special needs children also, my twin brother has Down syndrome. I have also volunteered in special...
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Ana C.


Greenwich, CT

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

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I've been babysitting for about 3 years now. I've have a nephew whose on the autism spectrum, as well as another nephew of mine who has Down syndrome. Usually when there parents have been busy I've taken care of them.
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Mary T.


Sandy Hook, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

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My experience caring for those with special needs is with my beautiful niece with Down Syndrome. I have helped my niece with everyday activities. We have learned to cook and bake meals for the family. We learned to swim, play sports, arts & crafts from painting to building bird houses. Anything that would put a smile on her...

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Ridgefield, CT

Skye G.

5.0

Skye worked with my teenage son with Down syndrome for the last 2 to 3 summers where I met her at Drama Rama’s in new Canaan a special-needs theater camp. She was the Director of the special-needs camp and I ended up hiring her recently for one day a week to work with my son after school while...

- Care member

Cara D.

5.0

Cara worked with us full-time for the last two summers, as well as for occasional evenings/weekends, and we could not have been happier with her. We were not looking for someone to simply babysit our two girls (ages 5 and 2.5), we wanted someone to provide education, fun and structure. Cara's...

- Rebecca M.

Sarah M.

5.0

The best ever! Sarah is a parent's dream: reliable, thoughtful, incredibly calm, and supportive with our high energy kids. She is not only a highly educated caregiver but she is proactive and takes initiative. Sarah has a confidence and ease with children that is a comfort to everyone involved. We...

- Douglas M.

Joann D.

4.0

Joann was a companion for a few months to our elderly parent before they started hospice. She provided great conversation, daily care, including light house keeping. She is very caring and knowledgeable of elderly care.

- Valerie F.

Lila K.

5.0

We hired Lila to manage our home 8 or 9 years ago. Lila does everything and is wonderful to work with-helpful, dependable, honest, and a self-starter. 5 stars.

- Joan R.

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