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Alejandra R.


Norwalk, CT

$17/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

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Hello ! I'm Alejandra , I am currently a college student in the process of becoming an elementary school teacher. In my past experience I have worked with just about every age group, from new born to teenagers. I have worked with children with special needs I am friendly, I try to keep the children busy by doing activities. I...
Alejandra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Stephanie E.


Stamford, CT

$23-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Stephanie, and I'm a 22-year-old college student who enjoys working with kids. I have a lot of childcare experience, from helping raise my younger brother to babysitting my twin cousins and caring for children in other families. I love spending time with kids, whether it's organizing fun activities or just hanging...
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Amy B.


Norwalk, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Music Teacher And Nanny

I have over 10 years of experience as a babysitter/nanny back when I was living in Massachusetts and I am now a licensed music teacher. I have taught children of all ages as well as special needs children. I have spent pretty much my entire professional life working with children and they are wonderful!
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Alexandra E.


Stamford, CT

$17/hr • 1 yrs exp

Loving And Experienced Live- In Nanny!

I'm an experienced live-in nanny/caregiver, caring for up to 7 kids, 6 with special needs, primarily caring for an autistic teenager. I love kids and I'm good with them with a focus on gentle parenting and teaching them about the world around them and how to thrive in it. I'm also great at housework such as cleaning, cooking,...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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Susan C.


Stamford, CT

$30/hr • 20 yrs exp

Child care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with three years in the field, I have a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My journey into caregiving began with previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting young lives. I'm known for my calm and patient demeanor, which...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Daunne B.


Norwalk, CT

$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have 7 years working for special need clients. I have worked for an agency in CT for 6 years and also through Allied part-time for a few years as well. I am caring, experienced and honest. I have worked with several families in CT. I can provide meal preparation, dressing/bathing, transportation to appointments, medication...
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Yesenia C.


White Plains, NY

$24-32/hr • 3 yrs exp

Communication Disorders Major

I have 5 years of experience and I'm earning my bachelors degree in Communication Disorders this May 2023.
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Junior N.


Stamford, CT

$25-37/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Home Health Aide

I have more than 10 years experience special needs care. I help with activities of daily living, exercise, bathing, walking, feeding, companionship etc
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Loice O.


Armonk, NY

$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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My name is Loice. I am a caring, compassionate Home Care Provider. I have over 15 years as a care provider both in long term facility and private duty. Over eight years as a certified nursing assistant, and over seven years as licensed practical nurse. My many years of experience has allowed me to possess skills in caring for...
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Shauntel H.


Riverside, CT

$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Shauntel. I am a recent graduate majoring in social and minor in psychology. I love to spend time with kids and aspiring to be a behavior analysis/ social worker. I have experience with kids ages of 4-18 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and experience in counseling as well. I like to...
Shauntel can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Ana M.


White Plains, NY

$17-22/hr

Neat And Trustworthy Excellent References And A Lot Of Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I raised my nephew (with special needs) a lot of patience involved me in everything that concerns the child
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Angie Katherine M.


Stamford, CT

$41/hr • 4 yrs exp

Nanny

I have experience with children ages newborn - 12 years old. I was au pair for two years and I also have worked as nanny, I am a calm, fun, patient and very responsible person, with me your children will receive appropriate care, and I am willing to do additional other tasks if requested. I can help with Light Housekeeping,...
Angie Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Bruna D.


Greenwich, CT

$25-41/hr • 7 yrs exp

I have worked with children and adults on and off the spectrum. My goal is to integrate teaching methods in a therapeutic manner. Having successfully worked with clients on self- esteem, anxiety, speech, recognition, memorization and others.
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Nicky V.


Stamford, CT

$18-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

Care For Pets, Children (with And Without Special Needs), Homes, And Errands

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

STAMFORD I have two years of experience at a pre-kindergarten day care, two years of experience as a special needs aide, five years of experience as head camp counselor overseeing 20-25 children, a one year of experience working in a private residence as a nanny. In addition to that, I have also lived with pets my entire life...
Nicky can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Haiskel R.


Stamford, CT

$30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Reliable And Noble

I am a very trustworthy, patient and creative person with approximately 8 years of experience taking care of children from infants to teenagers. Since I am the mother of 2 teenagers aged 15 and 17. Your children will receive proper care and I am willing to do other additional tasks if requested. Personally, I am an organizer,...
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Mary E.


White Plains, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Teacher By Day, Pro Babysitter Nights And Weekends!

Many have called me 'Mary Poppins' and nothing makes me happier. With over 20 years of childcare and education experience with kids of all ages, a vibrant personality and reliable nature, I am able to offer specialized care to suit the needs of my clients, whether they be parents of newborns or adolescents. I have extensive...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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Gina M.


White Plains, NY

$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Direct Support Supervisor Professional

I have over 10 years experience working with intellectual disabilities. I have worked with bed bound and wheel chair patients. I was in charge of creating individuals calendars and daily goals based on plan of care. I can cook cook, clean and run errands. I have no allergies and I am also pet friendly.
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Daisy L.


Valhalla, NY

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

Hello My name is Daisy, live in West Harrison NY, I have experience with special needs kids like Autism, ADHD, CPR/AED certified an educated woman with a degree in health care, bilingual(Spanish) I can do meal preparation, bathing, exercise read, sing songs to the kids, play inside and outside with the kids, full time or part...
I have 10 years experience as a caregiver I have references, I'm fully vaccinated. I'm driving and I have a car. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson.
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Patti Ann C.


Greenwich, CT

$45/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a preschool teacher mostly looking for summer work. I have many years' experience with young children and children with special needs. I love to work with special needs children because it is a challenge and is very rewarding.

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