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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Shelton, CT
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
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Hi families, I go by "Zoe"
I am a former Early Childhood teacher and currently a Certified Child Life Specialist with a Master's degree. I consistently meet and exceeded educational and professional goals. I can say without hesitation that I thrive in multi-tasking environments. Today I use my educational background to support...
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"Bianca, also known as Zoe, has been completely wonderful with my children. They absolutely adore her. I appreciate her interaction and how she teaches them. I'm really happy with my decision to hire her!"
Reviewed by Nadiyah G.
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I have had over 8 years in child care, have worked with twins and my favorite job to date is a child with special needs who I worked with for 2 years. It was my most rewarding job being able to work with and see this child grow. I enjoy teaching, playing and caring for children while addressing their every need, work with...
5.0
"Michelle has been our nanny for 3.5 wonderful years and we are sadly parting ways because our kids are now older and we don't need full-time help. Michelle is incredibly devoted, reliable, loving and...
Reviewed by Kara D.
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I am a 45-year-old mother of 3. I have worked with children for most of my adult life. I have experience with children of all ages and abilities. I previously owned my own home daycare and have worked in various elementary schools supporting both typical and children with special needs. My school background has provided me with...
5.0
"Jenny has been with our family since our daughter was 6 weeks old. In these last 18 months she has been a beyond amazing care provider and friend to our daughter and us. She is always reliable, naturally kind,...
Reviewed by Katie S.
Adrienne D.
Bridgeport, CT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
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Hi my name is Adrienne (non-smoker) and I'm very interested in this job. I'm fully vaccinated in the medical field Im a Patient care attendant/ Patient Care Tech with over 15 years of experience. I have my CPR/ First Aid I love what I do and I take my job very serious and I have a lot of patience. I work the in hospitals,...
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"Adrienne worked for me for two weeks while I had to travel. She was a live-in caregiver and looked after my mom who has brain cancer. Adrienne did a fantastic job. She made sure she ate everyday, gave her...
Reviewed by Nadin N.
Courtney C.
Sandy Hook, CT
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Greetings! My name is Courtney and I am a female, looking to get back into direct care in a part time capacity. I come to Care. com with 5+ years experience working with an aging population with disabilities, both mental and physical. With my experience as a care giver to others, as well as my own innate capabilities as a...
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I have helped to care and cared for children with special needs. I have cared for both verbal and non verbal children. Every weekend for a few years, I had helped to care for a boy with special needs. I enjoyed taking him into the community and helping him with his social skills, as well as just playing with him at home or in...
Tyerra C.
Bridgeport, CT
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hi families!
A little bit about myself is, I am CPR, AED and first aid certified for infants-Adults and also have protective behavioral training. I have lots of experience working with multiple families with children ages 2months to 15 years old including children with special needs. To contribute, I have experience working...
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"Ty has been an amazing asset to our family while raising our 7 month old twin boys! She is always available when we need her and always goes above and beyond to help my husband and I as new parents. The boys...
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Nohemi B.
Milford, CT
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have 3 years of experience with a preteen boy with Paranoia, ODD, general anxiety, depression, PTSD and slight psychosis. The sibling was also diagnosed with separation anxiety and PTSD. Father had Asperger's Syndrome. I went through training on emotional intelligence and parenting provided by social workers during two years...
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"Nohemi worked over a year for my 2 1/2 year old. She was patient yet firm and playful and fun. She worked on both Spanish and English with my daughter and participated when we had our speech therapist visits....
Reviewed by Susan P.
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I am a exceptional professional character references. I am a 44-year-old female with more than 10 years of experience in private children /Adult with any kind of special needs . I have a respectful, positive attitude, honest and a very dependable caring person with a strong Caregiver background. I am a nonsmoker and pet...
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For the past four years I have had a ton of experience with Special needs children. I have cared for two children who are physically handicapped witch helped me become more experienced with individuals who struggle with mobility. I have also worked with many individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Through being chosen to volunteer...
Kassidy P.
Milford, CT
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Kassidy. I am 25 years old and work as a 911 dispatcher. I currently live in Milford and love it! I'm looking for a part time or full time babysitting job. I am the oldest of 6 brothers and 1 sister, so caring for children comes naturally to me. I previously worked at a day care caring for children ranging from...
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"I highly recommend Kassidy to any family looking for a babysitter. She has a natural talent with children and parents can have total peace of mind while they are away from their kids. She is extremely patient,...
Reviewed by Mary G.
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My name is Rosa and I have many years of experience caring for children. I am very skilled in supervising activities of children of different ages while providing them with ongoing care and safe environment. I pay special attention to detailed instructions that vary from family to family. Although I took some time off to care...
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I did volunteer services at the Kennedy Center in Trumbull (special needs school). I work with people who have autism. We meet with parents whose children have autism, Asperger's, etc. I am a passionate, caring, reliable person. I have been working as a nanny for many years, and I want to spend my time with special kids, too. I...
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"I wanted to let perspective families know that Julia was the first to respond to my add, and was fast and expediant in her communications. I cannot rate her quality of care because she did not work for our...
Reviewed by Adriene R.
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Hello families! I am 23 years old and just recently moved back to CT from Tampa, FL. I took some time off from career nannying to try out teaching & Directing at childcare centers, I am looking to rejoin the babysitting world while I attend school at TIGI. I am energetic, active and have a love for educating and caring for...
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"Paige is wonderful! She has excellent communication skills and has been super flexible during a transitionary time for us which has been invaluable. She’s easygoing and goes with the flow, and always keeps our...
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Dustina A.
Ansonia, CT
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have been an employee for The Kennedy Center for almost 16 years and have a great deal of experienced with behavior issues and maintaining great relationships with people who might seem a bit challenging. I also have a relative who has exhibited behaviors that need compassion and understanding and I have given every effort...
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"Dustina is an efficient and excellent worker."
Reviewed by Gladys S.
Dana B.
Oxford, CT
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
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After dedicating myself in the medical and special needs fields for 17+ years I am qualified to work with adults and seniors of varying abilities and needs.
Capable of providing a large range of care, genuinely, I am interested in helping people by encouraging emotional fulfillment through appropriate enriching activities.
Sharanda M.
Ansonia, CT
$16-21/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I been doin this for about seven years love working with elderly specials need
Transportation
Feeding bathing
Meal prep
Appointment shopping.
Matladi T.
Bridgeport, CT
$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I'm a self motivated individual committed to achieving high standards of professionalism in whatever I do. I have 4+ years of experience working with the elderly and special needs persons. I have experience in patients with dementia, Arthritis, Sugar diabetes, Alzheimer, autism, to name a few. I am an excellent driver, I respond...
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Hello. My name is Samantha, and I have 7 years of Childcare experience! I have sat for children of all kinds, including infants and children with special needs. I'm exciting, fun-loving and very energetic. Whether it's doing arts & crafts, or going outside to play soccer, I can do it all! Aside from that, I also have experience...
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4 years of experience working with the disabled also a Registered Behavioral Technician assisting with mental health services and support for disabled individuals assist with ADL transfers and assist with feeding adults and children care experience in G tube feeding, administering medication working with disabled individuals is...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Shelton, CT
Bianca S.
5.0
Zoe has been babysitting for my daughter since she was pretty much a newborn ! I barely could trust anyone with my daughter but She has such a loving warm personality that I wasn't worried! My daughter is about 17 months now and we still only use her as our babysitter because she is so reliable. My...
- Yuni N.
Michelle H.
5.0
Michelle has been our nanny for 3.5 wonderful years and we are sadly parting ways because our kids are now older and we don't need full-time help. Michelle is incredibly devoted, reliable, loving and trustworthy. She is a very hard worker and has always exhibited excellent judgment when dealing...
- Kara D.
Jennice D.
5.0
Jenny has been with our family since our daughter was 6 weeks old. In these last 18 months she has been a beyond amazing care provider and friend to our daughter and us. She is always reliable, naturally kind, and has given C. more love and nurturing than we could have ever hoped for. We will be...
- Katie S.
Adrienne D.
4.0
Adrienne worked for me for two weeks while I had to travel. She was a live-in caregiver and looked after my mom who has brain cancer. Adrienne did a fantastic job. She made sure she ate everyday, gave her baths, and was a great companion for her. She also checked in regularly with updates. She is a...
- Nadin N.
Tyerra C.
5.0
Ty has been an amazing asset to our family while raising our 7 month old twin boys! She is always available when we need her and always goes above and beyond to help my husband and I as new parents. The boys adore her so much and are always at ease with her. She always plans activities and...
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Ratings for Shelton, CT special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Shelton, CT are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.