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Marissa P.
Plainfield, CT
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello! I have been babysitting my whole life! I have four younger siblings ages 15, 8, 6, and 3. I have experience with potty training, special needs, and cooking. I am a senior in high school and I plan to further my education at three rivers community college. I have after school availability on weekdays and full day weekend...
Meghan B.
Plainfield, CT
$14-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello! I have worked in residential homes for special needs clients as well as for elderly clients. I am patient and attentive and thoroughly enjoy helping and taking care of people.
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I have had four years of experience caring for elderly gentlemen. I worked for 2 families, one of which the gentleman had a great deal of special needs. George had a stroke and was physically handicapped and unable to walk or perform any ADL's on his own. I was available to him 24-7 for a period of two years until he passed...
Recent reviews:
4.0
Robert was available and very kind. He worked very well with my husband.
Reviewed by Ann N.
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I am experienced with special needs children and adults I have worked with children for 25 years as a paraprofessional and I'm still doing so. I love children and I'm looking for a part-time after school or evening job during the summer or before and after school. Also looking for child care jobs for school breaks and days...
Gabrielle L.
Moosup, CT
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello, my name is Gabrielle. I am 26 with a 1-year-old daughter and an almost 4-year-old son so I have great experience with babies and Children! I have worked with special needs adults as well as children. I have babysat for years since the age of 16. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am a super fun and creative person that...
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My name is Rebekah and I am an experienced babysitter/nanny. I have over 10 years of experience with all ranges of children, including special needs, high energy, and multiple children. I have worked as a summer camp counselor, leadership programs with students of all ages, worked programs with children abroad in other...
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During my student teaching experiences in a first grade general education class and
a second grade resource/inclusion class, I created meaningful rapport with all of my
students that helped me create engaging lessons to motivate them to learn and preform to
the best of their ability. Post graduation from Providence College in...
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I have worked with children with special needs for 10 plus years. From school settings to in home based care. Resume available upon request.
Kaydin V.
Canterbury, CT
$19-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Kaydin And I Would Love To Be Your Sitter!
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Hi! I am a college student, who has experience working in daycares and in-home nannying from the age of infants up! I currently work at a middle school as a paraprofessional, in the special education resource room. I have experience working with special needs, and have been in many mentoring programs as well!
Kaylee K.
Canterbury, CT
$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Kaylee!
I currently work in a school system supporting individuals with various disabilities . I have worked in this field for 5+ years.
Have my own transportation and willing to do errands as needed. Have many years experience with meal preparation and cleaning.
I am flexible, reliable and dependable.
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Hi! My name is Mikaela and I hold a Master's Degree in School Counseling and currently work as full-time high school counselor. I am looking for some possible evening babysitting as well as weekend and/or date night jobs!
I have many years of experience with children of all ages from 6 weeks to teenagers and watching up to 5...
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I found that I was passionate about teaching special needs children during my internship in college. I worked with special needs children for 3 years including working one on one with a child with Down Syndrome in his home for two years.
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Hi I'm Alexis! I am the oldest of my siblings, therefore caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age of 18, and l've never looked back!
I am currently a paraprofessional at an elementary school working with special needs children during the school year! I...
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Recently retired. I find helping people very gratifying. I have been married for 20 years and have two grown children that no longer need my constant supervision. I am bilingual and speak fluent Portuguese. I am reliable and friendly.
I Worked 6 years at Caring Community where I took care of special needs clients. Some of my...
Alexis S.
Jewett City, CT
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hi I'm Alexis! I am the oldest of my siblings, therefore caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age of 18, and l've never looked back!
I am currently a paraprofessional at an elementary school working with special needs children during the school year! I...
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I formerly worked in a group home for adolescents with disabilities. This involved daily care including bathing assistance, getting ready for the day, putting them to bed, medication administration, etc. The adolescents in the home had a variety of impairments from down syndrome and cerebral palsy to autism and behavioral...
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I've been helping people with special needs for over 20 years. I feel I have a lot to offer seniors in that aspect. I've learned to cook for special diets and take care of personal care concerns.
Recent reviews:
5.0
I've known Dan for about 6 years working with the Groton Special Olympic program. H's been a volunteer with us and works amazingly with folks with disabilities. He is patient , funny engaging with all of the...
Reviewed by Eileen C.
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Daniel W.
Jewett City, CT
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver/Job Coach/Life Coach With Special Needs Adults.
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My name is Dan. I've been supporting people with mental and physical needs since 1998. I have cared for people in group homes, day programs and private care. I have supported people who are highly involved as far as medical and people who have had considerable behavior issues. I have experience cooking meals following dietary...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Dan works part-time for us as a Life Coach for my adult son with Down Syndrome. Dan is largely responsible for after work activities with him. Dan takes my son to Special Olympics practices, and he also...
Reviewed by Catherine C.
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I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. It is a passion of mine to help others. I have experience with adaptive equipment, and special needs.
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I am compassionate, dependable, caring, person. I have over 15 years of experience with Alzheimer's / dementia. I have volunteered for hospice, my local Department of Human Services, Animal Shelter, and Ambulance Corp.
I have had over 4 years experience working hands on with developmentally challenged, mentally ill, and special...
Recent review:
5.0
Karen is a very comforting person. She helped care for my Mother who had dementia. She helped with personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, medication and household chores. Karen suggested ways that helped keep my...
Reviewed by Joyce T.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Plainfield, CT
Robert F.
5.0
Robert arrived to our appointment punctually and with a great attitude. He offered for any type of care or hours that we needed. He is a great candidate to provide companionship or for help with elderly care
- Julia D.
Daniel W.
5.0
Dan is very personable and outgoing. He always puts the clients best interests first. He develops great relationships with the clients he works with. I recommend him!
- Victor C.
Daniel W.
5.0
Dan is a fantastic individual. Dependable, easy going. Is wonderful with special individuals.
- Leslie B.
Karen L.
5.0
Karen is a very comforting person. She helped care for my Mother who had dementia. She helped with personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, medication and household chores. Karen suggested ways that helped keep my Mother more comfortable physically and emotionally during a very stressful time. I highly...
- Joyce T.
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