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I have over 15 years of childcare experience, from newborns to teenagers. I was an educational assistant at a school that specializes in autism spectrum disorder as well as extreme behavioral problems for 5 years. The children/teens I worked with were low functioning and many were non-verbal and required assistance with every...
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- $17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am an experienced care provider with over 25 years of experience caring for both young children and adults with special needs. I currently work part time with individuals with special needs through the state of CT and I am looking for additional care jobs. I provide responsive and nurturing care of young children while...
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have school age kids and work from home in the evening so I am available for morning hours. I have many years of babysitting experience both professionally and personally . I also volunteer weekly at my church in the classroom. I especially love babies and toddlers and am willing to work with special needs as well
Hi My name is Ellen and I have been a nanny for 6yrs. I am an empty nester looking to take care of a child/children & give them a safe & secure environment. I am CPR certified & have 2 sons 24yrs & 27yrs. I have experienced taking care of special needs. I worked in pediatrics & Ob/Gyn. I would love to meet u at your earliest...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello families! I am a graduate student studying speech-language pathology at UConn. I have extensive experience in childcare and special needs care which I have gained through my experience in roles as an infant and toddler teacher in a daycare setting, as a babysitter for a range of ages, and as a caretaker for individuals...
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm 21 years old and have dedicated the past four years to caring for elderly individuals and children with special needs. My experience has allowed me to build deep, trusting relationships with my clients, providing them with compassionate, in-person care. I was the trusted caregiver for my last client until he passed away, and...
I have several years experience working in a behavioral classroom with students on the spectrum. I have completed my masters in Elementary Education and have a passion for working in this field.
I am a dedicated and compassionate caretaker with experience supporting individuals with special needs. I have provided care involving G/J tube feeding, respiratory therapy, and personal hygiene, including changing and showering. I am skilled in using a Hoyer lift for safe transfers and always prioritize comfort and dignity. My...
Respite care
meal prep
transportation
dementia
errands
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Hello! My life experience and professional experience is mainly with children, but I recently began visiting the elderly through church and learned how rewarding this line of work can be. I enjoy talking with elderly people and learning from their life experiences. In my work with children and those with special needs, I have...
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Hi! I'm currently studying to become a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and have over 4 years of experience working with individuals with mental health challenges and special needs.
I've supported children and adults with autism, ADHD, developmental delays, and emotional...
Mobility assistance
meal prep
respite care
errands
home modification
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I'd describe my personality as happy, outgoing and uplifting!
I like caring for seniors because they are a wealth of information and always have so much to offer us younger folks if we give them the time and open our minds.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to help an elderly person on a daily basis.
I started caring...
I have 10+ years experience caring for children aged 2 months-21 years in a variety of capacities. I loved working with kids so much during my Early Childhood Education classes in high school that it's the only job experience I've pursued! I have worked in the capacity of mother's helper, babysitter, full-time nanny (for...
I have experience working as a PCA with my brain-injured uncle. My uncle requires a lot of support to get through his day, and I helped with that. One of his daily struggles is his memory impairment. He needs help to regulate his daily food intake and to coordinate activities. I also supported with personal care, such as;...
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! I currently work for the public school system working with students who have special needs. I am looking for something year round that I am able to bring my 1-year-old with me. I am outgoing, energetic, and enjoy spending as much time outdoors as possible!
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- $30/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
live-in home care
companionship
dementia
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Bathing, help with dressing, help with toileting, meal preparation, feeding, emptying catheter, bed making etc
Jamie C. says "Judith is a patient and compassionate Christian woman with a great heart who is devoted to doing the best she can in all she does! She is a strong woman...
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- $22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I am a mother of one and grandmother of two. I have worked as a professional nanny for many years after working as a legal assistant. I have had many long-term positions - newborns, twin infants, toddler/preschool, school-age and special needs; I am blessed to still see the former families.
I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified (a...
Care Member says "Joanne was my saving grace. She was absolutely wonderful with my 2 daughters (now 6 and 13) while she was with us. Unfortunately kids grow up, but we...
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- $17/hr
10 years experience
I have experience working with children with some challenges. I have experience in learning, social and emotional fields.
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- $30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, I'm Mike! I am a 30-year-old special ed teacher living in Rocky Hill. I have been working in special ed for 9 years, specializing in adolescents (age 11-21) with challenging behaviors. I was a founding member of The Mill School in VT, a cutting edge school for this population. I currently teach math and science at Venture...
Care Member says "Michael worked with my daughter through her freshman year this year. He provided homework help, studied for quizzes, tests, midterms & finals and...
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a mother to three children of my own. I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. I have experience with adaptive equipment and multiple special needs. I have a passion for helping others.
Elaine K. says "She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
It takes a village to raise a child and while many of us resonate with this age old adage, our culture is simply not set up for the modern family to reap the benefits of community support flowing in from all directions. I thrive off creating nurturing bonds with children and engaging with them in authentic and creative ways....
Starry K. says "I had the privilege of teaching preschool with Katie at Alphabet Academy. She is kind, creative and passionate about working with children. She always...
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The average post rate is $17.33/hr as of December 2025
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Judith M.
Judith is a patient and compassionate Christian woman with a great heart who is devoted to doing the best she can in all she does! She is a...
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Joann R.
Joanne was my saving grace. She was absolutely wonderful with my 2 daughters (now 6 and 13) while she was with us. Unfortunately kids grow...
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Michael M.
Michael worked with my daughter through her freshman year this year. He provided homework help, studied for quizzes, tests, midterms &...
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