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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Bristol, CT
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
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I have spent my career dedicated to working with children and adults with special needs. I worked in the New Britain school system for 10 years with youth who had behavior and physical challenges. I have also worked in group homes with deaf, physically and mentally disabled adults. I have well over 15 years of experience. I can...
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I currently work with an agency that provides 24/7 care to adults with varying disabilities. I am responsible for all aspects of their daily care as well as assisting them in ADL's and helping them get out into the community as much as possible . In the past I have worked with children with special needs as well as moderate to...
5.0
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Hi, my name is Betzaida but my middle name is Princess and that is what I go by. I have been in the childcare field for about 18+ years. I absolutely adore kids and I take care of them as I would my own CPR first aid and med certificate with special needs and I work with kids of all ages. If you would love to learn more about me...
Suzanne E.
Berlin, CT
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, there!
I'm an experienced caregiver and companion comfortable with special needs children and adults. I'm certified through DDS for individualized day and personal support. I'm generally available for part time or occasional requests.
Please feel free to contact me to discuss your situation and see if we could be a good fit....
5.0
"Suzanne has a loving and thoughtful approach to everything she does in life, and especially to the children she works with. It is important to her to build a relationship with each child individually, and she...
Reviewed by Anna R.
4.3
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Hello! My name is Emily and I am looking for a part time job caring for a family! I am a 28-year-old psychology graduate. My most recent babysitting experience is with a 1-year-old for the last 7 months. I worked full time with them keeping the baby on a schedule, feeding, playing and going on walks. I brought her to music...
5.0
"Emily was fantastic caring for my child with special needs who is also non verbal. Compassionate, dependable, calm and a great communicator. My child and I loved her!"
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5.0
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My name is Ambria and I am a college sophomore. My major is radiology. I truly enjoy working with people of all ages. I find that no matter who you work with, patience is the key to success. I may not have the most experience in relation to caring for those with special needs, but I have the compassion for it. I am a Certified...
5.0
"Ambria was great! She helped cook and clean for party. Didn't have to give much direction she just knew what to do! Would definitely hire her again. "
Reviewed by Nichole M.
Mylinda G.
Farmington, CT
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.7
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I start each day expecting the best and preparing for the worst. I enjoy the challenge of trying to help children identify their feelings and be secure in their bodies as well as emotions. I am a trained BOCES employee and have worked for Heritage Home before as well. I work in the Greece school district presently. I know there...
5.0
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I'm CPR/First Aid certified. I have over 10 years of experience working in the childcare field. I'm also a Sign Language Interpreter and proficient in Spanish. I have experience working with infants, toddlers, and children with special needs. I have a drivers license.
5.0
"Nicole is one of the best babysitters my son has had. She keeps him engaged and is so patient with him. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a babysitter/ nanny!"
Reviewed by Brooke L.
Amy G.
Southington, CT
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
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Brenda V.
New Britain, CT
$16-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Loving and caring Mother of four. Love animals and children. Friendly, reliable, honest and respectful. Experience with special needs and also animal care. I can do house keeping and cook and do laundry. Have my own vehicle. Non smoker. Currently taking CPR and safety training.
5.0
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Hi I'd be happy to do for your child as I've done for my own 2 special needs children: help- assist- challenge- all in a positive framework. Dealing with repetitive undesirable behaviors is my specialty.
Chelsea R.
Berlin, CT
$10-25/hr
4.5
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I am very reliable, trustworthy and patient. I love just being able to help and watch children grow and learn. This is a great experience because I can see them develop into the person that they will be one day. I can also help them learn and grow.
4.0
"Chelsea responded quickly and was professional and sweet."
Reviewed by Jennifer S.
5.0
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Hello!
I'm an artistic, enthusiastic caregiver returning to nannying after spending several years tutoring special needs students. I encourage children of all ages and abilities to explore themselves and the world around them through art, story, and movement. As a Montessori-trained preschool teacher, I view every moment of play...
5.0
"Fiona is wonderful!! She is fun, creative, helpful and responsible. She listens to my routine and does what I ask her to. She has always been great with my 2 boys. I've had her babysit since my first was a...
Reviewed by Lisa M.
Christina B.
Waterbury, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, I am 30 and have been working with children since 14, first privately, working for family friends and so on and then on to working in day care setting and becoming a mother myself. I have taken an early childhood development course and was CPR trained at the day care I worked in. I have experience with preemie children, up...
5.0
"Christina was a great asset to our family. She was warm and engaging with our son. He felt comfortable with her right away. She was very flexible with our schedule, and was able to stay late/come in early as...
Reviewed by Jeanette N.
5.0
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I love to help parents with every aspect of child care and homemaking. Everyone needs and extra pair of helping hands from time to time to make a busy life work!
5.0
"We hire Suzanne several times a year to house sit and care for our dog when we travel, She's top of the line, as far as we're concerned: trustworthy, upbeat, professional, flexible, great with dogs, goes above...
Reviewed by Jama C.
5.0
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I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. When I was 18, I spent a year as an aide in a school for children with special needs; it was a very rewarding experience. As a mom of four, I continued caring for others' children to help supplement the family income. Now, as a certified nurse's aide working with the elderly, I...
5.0
"Meghan cat sits for me when i go on vacation which is 3 times a year. My cat is well cared for and litter cleaned daily. Never been disappointed. Meghan has also cared for my youngest son when i have gone out...
Reviewed by Tiffany P.
Haley L.
Terryville, CT
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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currently I am a RBT and a special need / behavioral teacher, previously I was a preschool teacher and have a lot of history as a nanny. I have experience caring for children and young adults, from infancy through 21 years. I have a energetic and assertive personality which is a perfect match for the busy, on-the-go family with...
5.0
"I am a single dad who struggles to keep up with everything working over 60 hours a week just to keep a roof over my daughters head, until I met Haley. This girl is incredible, she took care of my daughter 4...
Reviewed by Brandon F.
5.0
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I provide compassion, kind, skilled, holistic in home caregiving services and go way beyond my responsibilities for elderly, disabled and special needs people. I'm a certified by social services for in home caregiving with special training for 25 years in holistic healing modalities. I am a gourmet cook and can prepare menus...
5.0
"Andrea is the kindest, gentlest person I've met. She cared for our 14 month old for a couple of months while we transitioned from a previous nanny 9who left due to a non-work related injury) and full time...
Reviewed by Care member
Sandra W.
New Britain, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Good day! Well, I started out working with autistic and developmentally disabled teens in California. I also worked at the YWCA with children K through 5 before and after school as a teacher. Some of the students attending were autistic or had ADHD. Now I am a behavior therapist working with autistic children one on one in the...
5.0
"Sandra takes her work seriously and was so wonderful with my mother that was in her 90s and had dementia. She always engaged in conversation and made sure she ate and took her meds. My mom passed in 2013 at age...
Reviewed by Anna B.
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I have a passion for helping and caring for others. With experience caring for children between the ages of 1-15 I can ensure a safe, secure environment. I'm certified in the study of early childhood development. I also have experience caring for children with special needs or that need some for of accommodation.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bristol, CT
Suzanne E.
5.0
Suzanne has been our son's nanny for more than a year. She's reliable and on time, and is always willing to be flexible, lend a hand around the house, or stay late if needed. She's great with our big dog too, and even checked on our house and was thoughtful and caring enough to leave us a...
- Kristy M.
Emily P.
5.0
Emily was the best decision for our daughters care. She’s patient, helpful, playful, loving, reliable, responsible and much more. She will learn with you and your child and help them grow! We have so much trust with Emily and it was earned early on.
- Care member
Ambria P.
5.0
Ambria was great! She helped cook and clean for party. Didn't have to give much direction she just knew what to do! Would definitely hire her again.
- Nichole M.
Nicole M.
5.0
Nicole is one of the best babysitters my son has had. She keeps him engaged and is so patient with him. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a babysitter/ nanny!
- Brooke L.
Chelsea R.
4.0
Chelsea responded quickly and was professional and sweet.
- Jennifer S.
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Ratings for Bristol, CT special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Bristol, CT are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.