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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ledyard, CT
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
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I have many years experience as a nurse aide and caregiver. I've worked with all different kinds of special needs patients. I have been CPR and first aid certified. I'm also a mother of 5 :).
Michaela D.
Ledyard, CT
$20-64/hr • 6 yrs exp
My Name Is Michaela And I Am In My Senior Year At Eastern Connecticut State University.
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Hello, my name is Michaela. I am a certified Early Childhood Education teacher with 6 years of experience in the childcare field. I have a passion for teaching children, which is why I specialize in helping children reach their developmental milestones. Children will not just be well taken care of, but also learn and grow. I am...
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Danielle W.
Ledyard, CT
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have watched children from the age of 14. I have worked in a daycare for a few years as well. I got a early childhood education certificate from Three Rivers. I am also a mother of three great kids. When my kids were all in school I was a special needs preschool para for 4 years.
Summer M.
Norwich, CT
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Currently a graduate student, availability may change with breaks.
Hi I have experience working in an elementary, middle, and a tech school in the local area. I have a CNA license and EMT certification. I am finishing up my paramedic program and I am also ACLS, PHTLS, AMLS, and PALS certified. I graduated with two bachelor...
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"Summer, is an amazing caregiver. She is very smart, sweet, and she is always on time. You can always count on her bringing a positive attitude and is always ready for the job at hand. She did an amazing job at...
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I have 10+ years experience as an instructional assistant in an elementary school working with children from ages 3 to 11, including special needs. I have 2 grown children and a 19-month-old grandchild that I've cared for since birth.
I am looking for a long term position in which I am able to watch your children grow and get to...
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"- [ ] Sara has been our nanny since October. She quickly became part of our family helping care for our 2 year old intermittently and then full time with our son who was born in December. Our son had...
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Julia C.
New London, CT
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Former Children's Museum Educator With Tons Of Caretaking Experience
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I am the eldest of 13 Cousins and have been baby sitting for as long as I can remember unofficially, and in a more formal capacity once I turned 15. I have experience caring for newborns all the way up to middle schoolers, and I have a great deal of experience with special needs and spectrum children as well. I am comfortable...
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"Julia did awesome with my boys, they get very excited when we let them know she is coming to look after them. I am so happy we found such a kind, caring, and dependable person to watch over my little ones when...
Reviewed by Marissa G.
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Experienced educated professional available for caregiving positions. I have experience with all ages & special needs individuals. I have over 15 years experience providing all levels of care for individuals from birth till advanced stages of life. I have experience from School Readiness Programs to group homes with individuals...
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"Heather is a very kind and compassionate person, our Family fell in love with her immediately! I admire her energy and passion for life!"
Reviewed by Erica H.
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I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. It is a passion of mine to help others. I have experience with adaptive equipment, and special needs.
Alyssa J.
Uncasville, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello, my name is Alyssa and I have been in childcare for over a decade now. Currently I am a preschool teacher! I have been babysitting for/working with infants - adults with special needs since I was a teenager. I hold Bachelor's degrees in both Early Childhood Education and Sociology. I am currently working towards my...
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"Alyssa is great with kids of all ages ! Alyssa has cared for my niece and nephew on several occasions since they were babies (they are now 5 and 8). Alyssa is able to communicate well with children and is great...
Reviewed by Amanda B.
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I am a mother to three children of my own. I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. I have experience with adaptive equipment and multiple special needs. I have a passion for helping others.
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"She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during unforeseen schedule changes and offered a thorough report on...
Reviewed by Elaine K.
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I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 13 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
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"Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The...
Reviewed by Rebecca S.
Summer M.
Norwich, CT
$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I work at a local high school as a paraprofessional. I work with students with IEPs. Disabilities include: autism, mental health, learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD etc. I have also been a mentor to a now 23-year-old women who has mental health and co-morbid fetal alcohol syndrome since she was 10. I have helped her with life...
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I am a caring and passionate caregiver with 14 years of experience. I have worked as an in home nanny, in corporate daycares, private Montessori schools, as well as in tutoring/distant learning positions. I have extensive experience in all age groups as well as special needs.
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Hi everyone, I'm Hannah!
I'm a reliable and patient person. I have been working with children my entire life. I have childcare experience ranging from ages 9 months old up to 15 years old. I have a lot of special needs experience as well (autism spectrum specifically). I took child growth + development classes in school, as...
Kara F.
New London, CT
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Experienced in caregiving and quick to learn. Kind, compassionate, creative, intuitive, musical. Detail oriented and organized.
My experience comes from caring for my sister who sustained a brain injury in 2012 and became wheelchair bound and non-verbal. She has lived with my mother since 2015. My mother is a registered nurse...
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I have 4 years of experience as a camp counselor. I love being outside and planning activities that are fun for children of all ages. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping or whatever else you may need. Im currently a marine science teacher looking for extra hours! Comfortable with children of all ages and/or have special...
Rosaly M.
New London, CT
$45/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have worked in Group home and recently graduated Nursing school. Im familiar with meal preparations, transportations (ADLs) for clients. I'm willing to drive the client to and from appointments, organize and male appointment as well. Im well orientated on redirecting young adults and children. Every child is unique and have...
Myra K.
Norwich, CT
$20-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
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I'm a mom of 4 adult children. My youngest son is on the autism spectrum, my oldest daughter, whom we adopted has RAD. I work in social services and have extensive experience with child development.
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Hey! I'm Marrisa, I'm 24, and I'm currently a paraprofessional at a high school working 1:1 with a special needs student. Prior to this job, I worked at a daycare for about 2. 5 years and before that I was at a different daycare for about a year. I was mostly in infant and toddler classrooms, but I have experience with preschool...
Emily E.
New London, CT
$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am a certified teacher from infant to prek in Massachusetts. I have an updated first aid and CPR certification. I'm a psychology student who is also working as an ABA therapist going through the training to receive my RBT certification.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ledyard, CT
Summer M.
5.0
Summer was incredibly helpful to our family when we needed some extra help and structure for our special needs teenager. We had some very specific needs for dates and times, and Summer was there for us. She was patient and caring with our daughter, and was punctual and a great communicator. We...
- Joe W.
Sara R.
5.0
- [ ] Sara has been our nanny since October. She quickly became part of our family helping care for our 2 year old intermittently and then full time with our son who was born in December. Our son had challenging GI issues and Sara stepped right in from him being in the NICU to his lasting severe...
- Care member
Julia C.
5.0
Julia did awesome with my boys, they get very excited when we let them know she is coming to look after them. I am so happy we found such a kind, caring, and dependable person to watch over my little ones when mom and dad need a night away.
- Marissa G.
Heather K.
5.0
Heather is a very kind and compassionate person, our Family fell in love with her immediately! I admire her energy and passion for life!
- Erica H.
Alyssa J.
5.0
Alyssa is great with kids of all ages ! Alyssa has cared for my niece and nephew on several occasions since they were babies (they are now 5 and 8). Alyssa is able to communicate well with children and is great at incorporating education in different activities that the kids just love to participate...
- Amanda B.
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