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Sara R.

Reliable And Energetic

Uncasville, CT

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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...

Care Member says "Sara has been our nanny for about 5 months now and she is amazing! My son gets so excited to see her every time she walks in the door!! She follows his...

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Fun Loving Nanny

Middletown, CT

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
As a childcare provider with a decade of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and making a positive impact on their lives. I have a friendly and approachable personality, and I am patient and calm under pressure. When communicating with parents about their child's day or any issues that...

Caitlin J. says "Hired Rachel Rachel is a very punctual, reliable and fun nanny that I'd recommend to anyone. My child absolutely loved her! She's also great with...

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Wallingford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
As a nurturing childcare provider with two decades of experience, my passion lies in fostering children's growth and development. I believe in creating a safe and stimulating environment where children can learn, explore, and thrive. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and imagination, allows me to engage...

Care Member says "Where to begin about Melanie… She has been helping our family with our infant son since he was 3mo. She is a wealth of knowledge, full of kindness and...

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Fun Nanny/Sitter

Portland, CT

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
3 years experience
I love meeting and caring for children of all abilities! In my pursuit of becoming a teacher I have taken countless courses on how to help children with varying needs. For four years I was a coach in my hometown's Unified Sports Program. I have counseled/directed at a summer camp for 6+ years, working closely with many different...
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Caring, Responsible Full-Time Child Care Provider/Nanny

Waterford, CT

5.0(0)
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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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I Am A College Student Looking For Work While I'm Home On Break!

Middletown, CT

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a recent psychology grad from Worcester State University and am looking for night or weekend babysitting/ care giving as I am in between undergrad and grad school. I have experience with children ages 3 months-17 years old. I have also worked with adults and elderly in rehabilitation and nursing homes. I have experience...
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Summer Full Time Caregiver/babysitter/nanny Available

East Lyme, CT

5.0(0)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello families, My name is Emily and I am 29 years old and have both and undergraduate degree in human development and family studies and a masters degree in school psychology. I have worked with children of all ages from infants as young as 3 months to students with special needs age 20+ that have aged out of k-12 education,...
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Branford, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! My name is Rachael, and I am graduating Vanderbilt University with my M. Ed. this May. I am a certified elementary and special education teacher. I am able and willing to care for children with special needs or behavioral challenges. In general, I have a lot of experience taking care of children. I have worked for one family...

Dylan K. says "Rachael was fantastic! She provided great care to our twin toddlers and newborn. I would definitely hire her again! Thank you Rachael!"

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Calm, Compassionate Caregiver

North Branford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there, I'm Rachel! I'm 25 years old and graduated in 2016 with a degree in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies. Experience: I've babysat for families with multiple kids ranging from 8 months - 16 years old, including those Autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder. I've worked as a social skills group...

Tessa G. says "Rachel is a phenomenal caregiver. She treats others with the utmost respect, is timely, and has a sincerely positive outlook that is very encouraging....

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Highly Experienced Care Provider

Colchester, CT

from
$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...
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Part-time Child Care Service

Wallingford, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have two children of my own. They are 27 years and 25 years old. I worked in a daycare for 7 years, first working with children ages 14 months to 24 months and then I worked and took care of infants. I now work full-time with special needs middle school age children in a middle school. I have also worked with preschool special...
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After School Care/dog Care/babysitting

Quaker Hill, CT

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Crafts and Grocery Shopping. certified CNA. Senior in high school. I can drive and have my own car. Have done babysitting. Dog sitting and walking. Familiar with special needs.
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Special Needs Child Caregiver

Branford, CT

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$20/hr
Unified sports, ESP job at college, Pre-Health major on Pre-PA track. I am seeking direct patient care hours to apply to my Pre- PA profile. I love working with children and have done so since middle school!
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Summer Job With Special Needs Children Or Seniors To Gain Direct Patient Care Hours For My Major!

Branford, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Errands
home modification
meal prep
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as reliable, kind, hardworking I like caring for seniors because my grandfather suffered from a rare brain disease and I helped care for him and my grandmother currently has health issues and I help care for her. I am also a Pre- Physician Assistant major . I'm looking for a job that can be a...
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Guilford, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have over 15 years of experience in education and childcare. I started as a camp counselor and babysitter and am now a special education teacher. I have a range of experiences and I am effective with kids of all ages including those with special needs and/or behavioral challenges. I also love to be busy and creative so my time...
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Oakdale, CT

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Hello there , My name is Shannon . I hope that you and your family are well ! I am a very honest , compassionate woman with over 15 years experience working with folks with many wonderful abilities in both group home settings as well as privately; both ambulatory and non ambulatory , Verbal and nonverbal. I can assist with all...
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New London, CT

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$25/hr
I have years of experience from working in group homes to working in personal clients homes. I would love to help someone in need. I would also like to learn new things and experience new things and I have a perfect reference for my last client that I was caring for who unfortunately passed away.
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Colchester, CT

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$18/hr
10 years experience
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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New London, CT

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am currently a senior in college to be an elementary school teacher. With my degree I can be with birth to grade 6. I have already done my birth to age 5 placement and worked with some special needs kids! I am completely comfortable helping with light housework and pets!
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Marlborough, CT

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Over the past 12 years I have had a vast amount of experience with children of all ages and abilities. I have been a lifeguard, volunteer, intern for special needs students, babysitter, and a nanny. I also have extensive infant and multiples experience. I am also CPR/First-Aid and Med Certified. I am Epi-Pen certified and am...
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Special Needs Caregivers in Deep River, CT are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Sara R.

Sara has been our nanny for about 5 months now and she is amazing! My son gets so excited to see her every time she walks in the door!! She...

- Care member

Rachel C.

Hired Rachel Rachel is a very punctual, reliable and fun nanny that I'd recommend to anyone. My child absolutely loved her! She's also...

- Caitlin J.

Melanie B.

Where to begin about Melanie… She has been helping our family with our infant son since he was 3mo. She is a wealth of knowledge, full of...

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