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Vanessa S.


South Salem, NY

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

I am All Perfectly, And Wonderfully Made

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Hi, my name is Vanessa. And I an 42 years old and I'm currently looking for some work in my neighborhood. Something to keep me busy in the mornings, Kids are special to me, especially having a grandson with special needs.
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Gina M.


Pound Ridge, NY

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Mom Of 2

5.0

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I'm a 43-year-old stay at home mom, and have two beautiful boys, one son is 16 and my younger is 12 and autistic. I've been raising children for 20 years and I love them all as if they were my own. Raising my son with special needs has been very enlightening and I take pride in his success. I feel comfortable caring for children...
5.0
"Very patient, understanding and caring. "

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Carol B.


New Canaan, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Counselor, Teacher And Child & Animal Lover

5.0

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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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Claudia G.


Danbury, CT

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi my name is Claudia. I worked for more than 15 year. My work was was with children with special needs in all the areas of learning development. Also I worked as a caregiver for infants and toddlers with developmental delays.
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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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Allison L.


Cross River, NY

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter

5.0

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Hi! My name is Allie and I am 19 years old. I have 4 years of experience with babysitting and have been with Care. com for 2 years. I'm available until August 20th and would love to help out with your family this summer. I haven't committed to any other jobs yet so I am very available. I have the most experience with 2yo-10yo...
5.0
"My kids loved her, she was very nice to them!"

Reviewed by Abaz N.

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Kelsey R.


Wilton, CT

$19-30/hr2 yrs exp

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I have lots of experience with special needs children, as my brother has intellectual disabilities and I have been involved with special needs kids almost my entire life. I have a clean driving record and have no problem offering transportation. I love to clean so I have no problem with housekeeping work, and I absolutely love...
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Hope P.


Ridgefield, CT

$25/hr9 yrs exp

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Hi. My name is Hope. I am one of eight children, have a twin sister, and a 24-year-old son. I think a home should be filled with children, pets and lots of laughter. My son has kept me on my toes as he is special needs and needed an enormous amount of patience and love. Today he is employed!, leaving me with much time to give...
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Amy R.


Danbury, CT

$18/hr3 yrs exp

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I have experience with child care since I was 15. I have a 3-year-old nephew that I've taken care of as well as younger cousins. I enjoy working and being around children. Besides taking care of children I also currently work at a kid's shoe store. I help a bunch of different families, some kids who even have special needs so I...
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Carol B.


New Canaan, CT

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Counselor, Teacher, Special Needs Care

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I have been a counselor for over 25 years with the special-needs population and their families. I also do substitute teaching within my home district of New Canaan, Connecticut. I am comfortable and experienced with from newborn to 21+ I am currently a house manager on a part time basis where I do everything household related...
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Dionna T.


Katonah, NY

$27-35/hr7 yrs exp

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working towards my masters to pursue my life goal in the special education field. For about 7 years now, I have been at a school for children with special needs as an assistant, teachers sub, and working as a member on the behavioral support team to help children through their feelings. In addition to this, I have also been...
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Carol B.


New Canaan, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Tutor, Teacher, Caregiver, Special Education And Regular Education

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I worked as a therapist with the Special Needs population for approximately 15 years. I became a substitute teacher within my home town teaching k-12. I absolutely love working with children and have extensive experience with families as well.
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Samantha P.


Katonah, NY

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Energetic, Loving Full-Time Nanny

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Hi! I am looking for a Full-Time Nanny position. **In the process of being First Aid Certified. I am a former Preschool Teacher with 12+ years of childcare experience. In addition to helping raise my two younger brothers, I have worked with multiple families throughout the years and have provided exceptional care to their...
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Mimi B.


Danbury, CT

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

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I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Feeding. I am a 22-year-old mom in the Danbury area. I have an 18-month-old daughter. I have reliable transportation I am currently a certified nurses aide I work in there assistant living nursing home in which I work with dementia and Alzheimer's I enjoy...
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Dinaja L.


Danbury, CT

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

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I have 10+ years of experience with elderly and I also have 3 children of my own. I am a very responsible, honest, reliable and hard working natural caregiver. I can cook, clean, and recording any medical needs ( such as vital signs/intake/output ) recording and documenting daily needs also meds and assist with doctor's...
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Monique M.


Wilton, CT

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Lovely ,kind Women

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I have worked with the elderly and clients with mental illness. Also worked as a vet tech for over 10 yrs and worked with special needs children I will treat your family member just as if they were my family member Thank you Monique
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Melissa B.


Bedford, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello, I am available now for children in homes with no sick family members. Experienced with all ages of children and a proponent of structured activities and the outdoors. I am a college level coach and also have led private lessons in my sport with special needs populations. Additionally I have volunteered through the...
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Tiffany G.


Danbury, CT

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

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I am currently an ABA therapist working with children with special needs. More specifically, I have experience working with children who have autism, behavioral problems, and ADHD. While working I have gained more than just experience, I have learned to be open, patient, and willing to see things through a different lens. Some...
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Sarah M.


Somers, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Experienced Nanny

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I have been caring for children since a young age. I am a teacher as well as child care provider. I have over 10 years teaching experience. I have always been passionate about children and not only caring for their needs but being part of and creating a fun loving environment for them to be in. I have been a babysitter, a nanny,...
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Alexandra E.


Stamford, CT

$16-50/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs

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Hello, I have a years worth of experience being a live in full time nanny and caregiver to a family with multiple special needs kiddos.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in South Salem, NY

Gina M.

5.0

I’m a single mom and was looking for a reliable and experienced caregiver to take care of my 5mo. daughter five days a week. Gina fed her, rocked her to sleep, read stories and took her for strolls at a nearby park. She kept my baby so happy. Beyond that, she helped me further by running errands...

- Care member

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.

Allison L.

5.0

My kids loved her, she was very nice to them!

- Abaz N.

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