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Michael B.


Groton, CT

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver For All!

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Hello! My name is Michael and I have been working as a caregiver for a variety of different individuals since 2017. Originally from Indiana, I have worked in many different environments from a nursing home late-stage dementia unit, to managing a group home of seven clients with varying developmental disabilities diagnoses, to...
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Raina R.


Groton, CT

$16-22/hr2 yrs exp

Cabin Councilor

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I have 2-3 years of professional experience with people who have disabilities through a special needs camp called horizons, along with life experiences with family members who have down's syndrome and autism. I care deeply about people and would love help as much as I can :)
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Emily P.


Groton, CT

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving, Engaging Babysitter Looking For Summer Work

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Hi, I'm Emily! I have worked with children for the past 17 years. I have experience as a babysitter, camp counselor and an educator. I have an associates degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant and a bachelors in Physical Education. I love being outside, playing games and actively engaging children. I have experience with...
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Marrisa V.


Groton, CT

$13-20/hr5 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

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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...
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Carrie V.


Groton, CT

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Plenty Of Experience With Many Types Of Children!

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I have 10 years of experience. I have four adult children, so have plenty of experience with children. I have worked at a children's psychiatric hospital for almost 3 years, working directly with children with behavioral behaviors. I worked with predominately ages 5-12 in the hospital, however; also worked with adolescents and...
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Sara R.


Uncasville, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Energetic

5.0

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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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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...

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Dawn V.


Waterford, CT

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible Full-Time Child Care Provider/Nanny

5.0

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I have experience working with children with some challenges. I have experience in learning, social and emotional fields.
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Arielle S.


Mystic, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time And Occasional Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

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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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
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.

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Sarah O.


Ledyard, CT

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

5.0

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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 :).
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Julia C.


New London, CT

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Former Children's Museum Educator With Tons Of Caretaking Experience

5.0

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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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5.0
Julia is absolutely wonderful. She is thoughtful, communicative, punctual, and trustworthy. She approaches babysitting with supreme professionalism and genuine care. Our daughter really took to her and so did...

Reviewed by Leigh S.

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Rosaly M.


New London, CT

$45/hr5 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...
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Emily Y.


New London, CT

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi! I am a 25-year-old experienced childcare worker. I am a patient, compassionate, kind, and reliable person who loves working with children. I love the outdoors and being active, and I have a passion for helping others. My past experience includes working with children with special needs (ages 3-21), including children with...
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Angela T.


Waterford, CT

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

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I have worked with older adults and special needs people who have mental and physical disabilities over the summer, at Camp Harnkess. I was taught how to do lifts, help with direct care such as showering, brushing teeth, getting dressed, mobility, and feeding. I feel that I got a lot out of this experience, and am always happy...
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Jhanira V.


New London, CT

$21-30/hr4 yrs exp

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I would describe myself as a responsible, caring and fun person. I love kids and I enjoy babysitting! I have 4 years of experience working with kids. I have worked as an intervention specialist and tutor for special needs children. My most recent job was as a special education teacher. I'm also bilingual and always do my best in...
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Emily E.


New London, CT

$25-35/hr3 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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Drew M.


Mystic, CT

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

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Experience in babysitting children ages 5 to 12. I have experience working with children of all ages in the all-star cheerleading industry, both as a teammate and offering instruction. As part of my degree program, I work with college age students with special needs at Southern Connecticut State University. My area of study is...
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Jessica H.


New London, CT

$15-30/hr9 yrs exp

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I have experience caring for special needs individuals and seniors in their homes, assisting with errands, money management, cleaning, meal prep, and grocery shopping. I have passion for helping people become the best person they can be. I also have experience as a program director at a vocational agency who serves adults and...
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Robby S.


Mystic, CT

$16-21/hr8 yrs exp

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My name is Robin, and I have several years of experience caring for children with both behavioral and physical challenges. I have ABA certification and am working on adding to that. I'm very patient, understanding, and caring and love to help kids discover their potential.
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Vicki P.


Niantic, CT

$16-19/hr10 yrs exp

Mother Of 6, Grandmother Of 17

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I'm an extremely active, fun-loving mother of 6 (now adult) children and 17 grandchildren. I enjoy outdoor activities, creative play, helping out around the house and just generally caring for others. I'm an avid gardener and enjoy sharing my love for nature with both children and adults. I'm excited to spend my days seeing the...
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Morgan P.


Waterford, CT

$19-28/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Nanny

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My name is Morgan! I'm 22 years old and reside by myself with my 2 pretty kitties in Waterford. I have many years working with kids, usually special needs. I also have been cleaning houses/commercial areas for awhile now so housekeeping, laundry, any meal/snack preparation I'd be able to do. My nephew in law is 10yrs old and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Groton, CT

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...

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Arielle S.

5.0

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 kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very much. We look forward to having her...

- Rebecca S.

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.

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