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Ashley M.

Speech-Language Pathologist, Teacher Of Students With Speech And Language Disabilities

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Ashley. I am 34 years old. I am a nationally recognized speech pathologist and New York State Certified Teacher and pediatric SLP. I am responsible, professional, and detail-oriented. I also love kids and animals. I am available for tutoring/enrichment, ad-hoc opportunities and part- to full-time work over the...

Carolyn C. says "Our experience with Ashley has been amazing! She works with our sons (ages 5 and 2) on a regular, weekly basis. She comes with unparalleled level of...

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Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a seasoned caregiver with experiences working with the elderly having varied medical conditions in the comforts of their home, hospital, group homes, day program and nursing home. Presently, I work with special need people having developmental delay and various intellectual, psychological and physical disabilities. I am a...

Jennyfer J. says "I've know Pablo through work for the past 2 years now, he has been one of the most caring, loving person I've come across since work in this field. What...

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Norwalk, CT

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
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...

Stefanie J. says "Dayanna is very caring and loving to our children. She works incredibly hard and takes her job and responsibilities very seriously. She is polite and...

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Part Time Babysitter

Stamford, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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.
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Nanny

Norwalk, CT

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$35/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 22 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
I know English and Spanish, and I am currently studying Japanese! I have 9 years of experience in childcare. Alongside my commitment to child development, I am a certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant and the Owner and CEO of the Connecticut Center of Pediatric Consulting and Childcare Services (CCPCCS). Additionally, I studied...
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Norwalk, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am an energetic mom of two amazing kids who are now college age. I have also experience caring for nieces and nephews for the past 20 years. My background in the veterinary field makes me comfortable with most pets. Having been the program director of our family's martial arts & fitness academy has given me the pleasure of...
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Responsible And Fun Sitter.

Greenwich, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Steve. I am a graduate of southern Connecticut state university. I was an art student. I love kids and have been babysitting since I was in my early 20's, I have references if you need. I also have been taking care of people generally the elderly since I was a teen. I took care of my mother before she passed....
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Childcare Expert

Norwalk, CT

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, My name is Maureen, and I am a fun and energetic babysitter with over 40 years of experience taking care of children, the elderly and have experience working with children with special needs. I like to think up fun and educational activities for the kids I take care of. I am very patient with the kids I take care of and...
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Fun, Energetic Sitter

Stamford, CT

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Errands. Love to play and have fun with the kids. I have over a year experience with kids on the spectrum. I worked for a disability pre-school, as a teacher assistant, so I am very much comfortable with special needs kids. Worked as a nurse assistant for...
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Nanny

Stamford, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Comes with Bachelors in Human Services, specialize in mental, emotional and special need population. I have both educational and professional experience with helping individuals with their daily living services. The skills include development programs, cleaning, eating, auditory skills, living and learning...
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Hi! My Names Chelsi!

Wilton, CT

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
For more than 10+ years, all of my work experience has been through working with Kids! I started at the age of 14, working as a camp counselor and babysitting on the side. I now am assistant director of A summer camp, and throughout the years I've also worked as a elementary school substitute, a one-on-one in special ed...
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Certified Nursing Assistant

Stamford, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi I'm a certified nursing assistant of 25 yrs stellar references exp with special needs children of all ages and disabilities im trust worthy and very caring, I offer age appropriate activities and take my job very seriously
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Experienced Childcare Professional.

Ridgefield, CT

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello there, My name is Maria , I'm a dedicated and compassionate childcare expert with over 25 years of experience working with children of all ages, from infants to teens, including those with special needs. I'm Bilingual English and Spanish, CPR and First Aid certified. Skilled in creating nurturing environments that foster...
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South Salem, NY

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello there! My name is Vanessa, and I'm 45 years old. I'm currently on the lookout for some work in my neighborhood. I'm hoping to find something that will keep me busy in the mornings I have a 10-year-old son and he's in school full-time and my husband works from home when he needs to. I'll be leaving my previous family...
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Norwalk, CT

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$16/hr
Hello! My name is Jessica and I am an 18-year-old student at UConn Stamford. I have been babysitting for dozens of families for about six years. I have experience with kids of all ages. My brother has ADHD and anxiety so I have experience caring for a child in need of more patience and attention. I can provide references as...
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Awesome Nanny

Norwalk, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I LOVE CHILDREN and have 20 plus years of Nanny/childcare experience with newborns to teens. I also have experience with special needs children. I am a patient, kind and fun individual. I enjoy engaging children in age appropriate in home and outdoor activities. I will do light housework, simple meal preparation and children' s...
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Norwalk, CT

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hello my name is Lucia. I'm 27 years old and I moved here from Italian 6 years ago. I have been a Caregiver for years and recently I started work with an amazing 15-year-old boy with autism syndrome. He have been teaching me a lot and I'm wishing to expand my experience with special needs kids. I speak Italian and Spanish, I...
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Westport, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi!!! My name is Charlotte and I'm a rising junior at the University of Maryland pursing a degree in philosophy, politics, and economics! I have been working with kids (babysitting, camp counselor, and special needs program volunteer) for the past few years and absolutely love it! Although my major sounds boring, I am super...
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Stamford, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
With over 26 years of experience and many certifications in early childhood education, I care for children from newborns to age 24 with love, patience, and understanding. I welcome all children, including those with special needs, and create a safe, joyful space where they can grow and thrive. I support families by helping with...
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Full Time RBT

Norwalk, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Currently I am an RBT (registered behavior technician) which means I work with kids who are on the spectrum, autistic, trauma or problematic behaviors. My work background is as follows: From 2015 to present Day 2025 *I worked for Norwalk Public schools in CT as an ABA therapist for an agency and then as a Bilingual...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in New Canaan, CT

Special Needs Caregivers in New Canaan, CT are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Ashley M.

Our experience with Ashley has been amazing! She works with our sons (ages 5 and 2) on a regular, weekly basis. She comes with unparalleled...

- Carolyn C.

Pablo R.

I've know Pablo through work for the past 2 years now, he has been one of the most caring, loving person I've come across since work in this...

- Jennyfer J.

Dayanna B.

Dayanna is very caring and loving to our children. She works incredibly hard and takes her job and responsibilities very seriously. She is...

- Stefanie J.

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