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Mary T.


Old Greenwich, CT

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

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I went to Providence College where I received my BA in Elementary/Special Education. I then attended Grand Canyon University where I received my Masters in Autism Spectrum Disorders. I am currently finishing up my third year as an 8th grade special educator in Fairfield, CT. I have worked with students with a variety of...

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Have a great experience, assisting people with disability or autistic from light to severe on the spectrum. A great helper with daily tasks, physically and emotionally to have your needs met . For the last 13 years I had much experience serving many patients with different disabilities from MS to Parkinson's to many more to...
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Santa M.


West Harrison, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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Hello. I am Santa. I have been working with children for about 15 years now. I've taken care of 18 months to 16 years. I love working with children. Monday-Friday from 8-3. I work as a teacher assistant with special need children. I have been working there for about 6 years now.
5.0
"Santa was a loving and responsible caregiver. We were sad to lose her."

Reviewed by Amber B.

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Elizabeth E.


Stamford, CT

$50/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Tutor/Mentor/Childhood Advocate/Coach

5.0

(1)

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I work as a special needs tutor/mentor/coach. I am having great success with social skills, writing, math, science, social studies and homework assistance. Empathetic and patient to the core, I find ways to communicate and to teach that are fun and fulfilling. Happiness is often based on the child's success in moving forward and...
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Sarah W.


Norwalk, CT

$20/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi! I am a speech pathology major college student currently and I am looking for a new job opportunity . I am a very dependable and patient person with approximately 5 years of experience taking care of children, working with a wide variety of ages. I have had many different wonderful opportunities to interact with and care for...
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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
"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."

Reviewed by Joan R.

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Cinthia S.


White Plains, NY

$18-40/hr5 yrs exp

Med Tech

5.0

(1)

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My name is Cinthia I am 22 years of age and I have been working in the medical field for over 5 years now. I have plenty of experience working with seniors. I was a caregiver/medtech at Paramount Senior Living Facility for 3 years. I have experience working with dementia and special needs patients. I hope I will be a good fit...
5.0
"Care didn't give me the option to review for childcare, but this is a nanny review! Cinthia was absolutely amazing! She helped care for my daughter from 4-7 months of age. Unfortunately we're moving out of the...

Reviewed by Samantha G.

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Carol B.


New Canaan, CT

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Counselor, Teacher, Child & Animal Lover :)

5.0

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I am a professional, mature, fun mom of 3 Kids. I have a Masters degree in counseling & have been a therapist for special needs & regular ed kids, I currently am a part time house manager as well as help with a special needs 5-year-old. I have been a substitute teacher, worked as a case manager with medical patients volunteered...
5.0
"Carol has been such a huge help with our daughter. She has patience beyond belief, is sweet and very reliable. I never had to worry if Carol would show up as scheduled. My daughter thinks she is great, and...

Reviewed by Marylou R.

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Dayanna B.


Norwalk, CT

$30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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...
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...

Reviewed by Kinsey S.

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Solange F.


Norwalk, CT

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Welcome To My Profile!

3.0

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Hello! My name is Solange , I am 19 years old, I know English and Spanish and I am very experienced in working with any kind of person. I have worked with hospital patients, children and adults with special needs. I am also experienced in meal preparation, and clean up. I have prior babysitting experience and I work well with...
5.0
"I would absolutely recommend her to any family. She is a gem in our lives."

Reviewed by Eleanor V.

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Skye G.


Riverside, CT

$30-50/hr3 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

5.0

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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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Karen M.


Stamford, CT

$27/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny Available

5.0

(3)

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Karen 27yo, Mexican. Spanish English Portuguese Large experience with childcare & Child psychology diploma (New borns - 14yo). Good swimmer Good in sports Indoor and Outdoor activities Experience with special needs (DS & Autism). Strong driver & clean record Pet lover. Good cook and cleaning Helpful, responsible,...
5.0
"Karen is a wonderful person, she is always attentive to every detail, she is patient, she is loving, spontaneous and creative. My children love her because she is always playing with them, she loves sports and...

Reviewed by Care member

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Olivia U.


Norwalk, CT

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hi! I have been a babysitter for 5 years now. I have worked with children of all ages and children with special needs. I'm able to help with many different actives such as housekeeping, pet care, meal prep and homework or virtual school. I can provide references if necessary. The hours/days I work can be flexible. I am reliable...
5.0
"Olivia is a bright and contentious young lady. She was able to step in and help out despite the situation being a bit stressful. We really hope to use her again. "

Reviewed by Jennifer A.

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Amanda F.


Purchase, NY

$20-40/hr5 yrs exp

Experience

5.0

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Hi! I am currently a college student at SUNY Purchase. In the past I have worked at a summer camp with all ages of children, babysat numerous times, taught Sunday school lessons for many years, and I am an aide for special needs children through BOCES!
5.0
"Amanda was great. On time, professional. Quickly helped my two children acclimate to her. She drove them home safely. My children were happy. She cleaned my dishes! She really went above and beyond. Great hire!"

Reviewed by Care member

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Carol B.


New Canaan, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Counselor, Teacher And Child & Animal Lover

5.0

(1)

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I have been a counselor with special needs children and their families for 20 years. It takes a special person to work with special children and I am that person :)
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Kathy P.


Stamford, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

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I have worked with children in different capacities for over 20 years. I have been a teacher, advocate, crisis interventionist, nanny, case manager, and mother. I have raised my young adult sons. I have a Master's degree in Social Work, and was working in the field until I had my sons. I worked as a special needs teaching...
5.0
"Kathy is a rockstar. She was instrumental in helping us these last couple months—she knew how to interact with our girls, how to structure activities for them, when it was time to eat, when it was time to nap,...

Reviewed by Dan K.

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Amanda P.


White Plains, NY

$25-27/hr4 yrs exp

Bubbly And Caring Sitter

3.0

(2)

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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...
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Sibila J.


Stamford, CT

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(5)

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Hi! I'm a nanny with four years of experience with babies up to teenagers. I'm was an art teacher when I lived in Brazil and would give classes to kids of all ages including those with special needs. I speak English and Portuguese and some Spanish. I'm easy going, punctual and honest. I like to cook and prefer cooking healthy...
5.0
"Sibi is a kind, patient, trustworthy and creative caregiver. She helped us with our 5 and 7 year old children overseeing home school, playtime and meals. She is punctual, hardworking and fun. Any family would...

Reviewed by Lindsay L.

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Catherine P.


Stamford, CT

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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Hello! I am an early elementary school teacher, with a Master's Degree in Early Childhood & Childhood Education and a Bachelor's degree in Human Biology. My experience ranges from 1 y/o to 16 y/o, and have some experience with children with special needs. Given my background in babysitting from a young age, working in a daycare,...
5.0
"Catherine has worked for me over the past few months giving rides to my children and babysitting. She is very responsible, punctual and mature. She is also a pleasure to have around. My four children ranging...

Reviewed by Melissa S.

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Charisse J.


White Plains, NY

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Tutor/After School Care

4.8

(6)

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Hello, my name is Charisse. I am a Teacher by Profession only seeking occasional babysitting. I am a loving, sweet and nurturing person. I have a true passion for working with children. I reside in Westchester County. I have an outstanding driving record and I own my own vehicle. I have been teaching for 16 years in Westchester...
5.0
"I would strongly recommend Charisse to any family that needs after school help like us. She worked with our family for an extended period of time in between au pairs. She was able to build a connection with...

Reviewed by Pablo M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Old Greenwich, CT

Santa M.

5.0

Santa was a loving and responsible caregiver. We were sad to lose her.

- Amber B.

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.

Cinthia S.

5.0

Care didn't give me the option to review for childcare, but this is a nanny review! Cinthia was absolutely amazing! She helped care for my daughter from 4-7 months of age. Unfortunately we're moving out of the area otherwise we would keep Cinthia forever! Our baby girl lights up when she arrives and...

- Samantha G.

Carol B.

5.0

Carol has been such a huge help with our daughter. She has patience beyond belief, is sweet and very reliable. I never had to worry if Carol would show up as scheduled. My daughter thinks she is great, and that's what is so important. I would highly recommend Carol for Childcare, especially with...

- Marylou R.

Dayanna B.

5.0

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 kind and a delight to have in our home.

- Stefanie J.

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