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I met Rebecca in 2013 during my first trip to Connecticut. Since, she has watched my son every summer. My son loves flying from Texas during…

Review for Rebecca B. by Kei F.

Natalya is absolutely amazing! Great communication and trust worthy. She was our after school nanny and helped out for an hour or so in the…

Review for Natalya W. by Anne L.

Alexandra has been our nanny for almost a year, since our daughter was an infant. She is a reliable, loving, fun and dedicated nanny. She…

Review for Alexandra A. by Nilou K.

Special needs caregivers in Cos Cob, CT

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Rebecca B.


Darien, CT

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I've been working with kids for the past 10+ years. In the past I've worked in daycares, with children from 3 months to 5 years old. I've also worked for the board of education, with children from the ages 5 to 18 years old. I've gained so much experience and patience throughout the years especially with the board of...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I met Rebecca in 2013 during my first trip to Connecticut. Since, she has watched my son every summer. My son loves flying from Texas during the summer to spend time with Rebecca. I'm very cautious about who I allow around my son, but Rebecca is truly a blessing....

Kei F.

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Natalya W.


White Plains, NY

$35-40/hr • 9 yrs exp

Experienced Baby Sitter For Evenings/Weekends

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Natalya and I am a graduate of John Jay College of Criminal Justice. I started babysitting by taking care my younger siblings and then began watching friends of the family's children and gained more experience through all of the amazing references I received! I am very well trained in taking care of special...
Natalya can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Natalya is very reliable and punctual. Any and everything she does is always 100%. She's not someone who you would have to second guess about doing anything wrong. She'll make sure everything is pristine and she'll always put the child first. She's respectful and...

David H.

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Alexandra A.


Stamford, CT

$30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi my name is Alexandra, I'm a responsible, energetic, & nurturing 28-year-old. I've been working with children as a nanny / babysitter for over 5 years now. I started working occasionally after school for families in my building until I found one family who I've stuck with long term. I have experience with multiple children,...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"she is very optimistic, energetic, & responsible! she is a great person. i definitely recommend her!"

Rosemary R.

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Dayanna B.


Norwalk, CT

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Dayanna. I worked with infants and toddlers for the past 14 years. I worked at a child daycare center and for private families. I have a CDA (Child Development Associate) certificate plus 30 ECE (Early Childhood Education) credits and the ECE certificate attending classes for the associates. I am also certified...
Dayanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Dayanna is a responsible, energetic, and loving babysitter. She is very creative and loves doing crafts and projects with my kids. She has many other nanny/babysitter friends in the Darien area and as a result my kids were always on play dates and out of the house...

Kinsey S.

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Kathy P.


Stamford, CT

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

I have a teenage son with ASD and I have been working with children with special needs for the last six years. Having had a special needs child has transformed my life, and I am deeply committed to working with children and their families. Without the support, my son would not be where he is, so the second half of my life is...
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Nataliya P.


Norwalk, CT

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Nataliya. I'm professional, caring, patient, trustworthy and reliable nanny with over 18 years of experience, with great experiences and US citizenship ( originally from Europe) I love working with kids, pets and families. I have experience working with infants, twins and children with special needs. I have...
Nataliya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Nataliya has been with my family for 3 three years. To say that I love her is an understatement. She is reliable, trustworthy, always on time and goes above and beyond. She is kind, patient and loving to my step children (now 8 and 13.) Nataliya has earned the...

Jesse S.

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Drita V.


White Plains, NY

$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Professional and personal 10 years plus experience with people in special needs, different age as well as diagnosis. CPR/ FIRST AID , PCT and HHA certified. Drive and have my own car. Looking forward to discuss your needs and give me a chance to make a difference with you/your loved one. Great references upon request. Thank...
4.0
"Drita cares about her clients and is very patient. She is a hard worker and enjoys working with the disabled"

Wendy A.

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Kasey K.


White Plains, NY

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Babysitter For Toddlers/ Elementary Schoolers

I am an enthusiastic and dedicated caregiver! I have special experience working with children from all ages, specializing in infant/toddler care. I have healthcare experience and work with medically complex and special needs children. I am very passionate about providing empathetic care while giving parents and caregivers their...
Kasey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Amanda P.


White Plains, NY

$25-27/hr • 4 yrs exp

Bubbly And Caring Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have a bachelors degree in History and teaching. I've taught children in schools, have been a nanny to 3 children (so more than one child is totally fine), speak Portuguese fluently, as I have lived in Brazil and went to a Federal university there, and am a very warm and caring person. I have years of experience with...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
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Rose L.


Stamford, CT

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

I am an experienced sitter looking to assist families with childcare. I have taken care of children of elementary school age and up, including special needs. I am reliable, respectful, and trustworthy. I'm available on weekends, date nights, snow days, spring & summer break. Thank you in advance for your consideration and time.
Rose can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Layla K.


Greenwich, CT

$30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Layla and I am a student at Tulane University. I am looking for a Summer babysitting job. I am nationally certified as a Registered Behavior Technician and have worked with children with special needs.
Layla can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
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Svetlana G.


White Plains, NY

$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

White Plains

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Loving and caring nanny, 10 years of experience caring for children from infant to kindergarten, also experience with special needs children
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Nathalia S.


Stamford, CT

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience Nanny .

I have 15 +years of experience in all ages . . I also have autism and special needs experience . I . I have a clean driving record and I'm fully vaccinated . Kids development its my passion daily and commitment .
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
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Holly D.


Norwalk, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm energetic and fun with 10 plus years experience working with kids as a nanny, teacher and special needs assistant. I also have a daughter of my own who is 12 and well as two step daughters 22 and 25. I enjoy the outdoors, crafts, being silly, cooking, cleaning(yes I said it) and just enjoying life. I'm looking for something...
Holly can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
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Samuel W.


Rye, NY

$40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Teacher/Therapeutic Recreation/Job Coach/Animal Care And Mindfulness

9 years Supervisor in Therapeutic Recreation for Special Needs. Has experience coaching, mentoring, teaching and caring for special needs and seniors. Background also as Environmental Educator teaching in public, private, parochial and special needs schools. Involved in presenting animals to children of all ages, pre-K and...
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Geiser M.


White Plains, NY

$19-24/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experience with the geriatric patients, elder community in general. assisting with activities of the daily living in which includes patient with dementia, mental illness, Parkinson's, Alzheimer and others. This care was provided either at the patient's home or other communities settings. I have care for others patients as Adult...
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Sudan C.


Rye, NY

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Having worked in childcare, I'm skilled at building meaningful connections with families to help children thrive. I'm compassionate, warm, responsible, and dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can grow, develop, and follow their daily routines. I'm really excited about the chance to care for...
Sudan can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Maria Eduarda L.


Armonk, NY

$22-24/hr • 3 yrs exp

I've been nurturing children's growth and well-being for over 3 years, which has always been a passion of mine. As a patient, creative, and friendly individual, I've found that my skills are well-suited to childcare. I believe in open and honest communication with parents and always follow their lead when it comes to enforcing...
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Taylor S.


Stamford, CT

$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp

My name is Taylor and I have always felt a calling in life to offer help to people who need it. While I have dealt with my own invisible disorder, I've learned the importance of empathy, listening, support, and doing what you can, when you can. I'm in school part time at a community college for now and I work full time as an...
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Cristine C.


Valhalla, NY

$20-37/hr • 10 yrs exp

Educator Looking For Summer - (July-August) Employment

Hello, I am a NYS certified teaching assistant who has educated special needs preschool-elementary students for over a decade. I have fluency in American Sign Language and auditory/oral training working with children that have cochlear implants and hearing aids. I have mentored interns who have joined our program for summer...

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