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East Lyme, CT

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$28/hr
7 years experience
I am an experienced early childhood teacher with a passion for educating today's youth looking to obtain a position allowing me to utilize my experience and understanding of early childhood development and learning techniques in a home setting. As an adept creator of comprehensive and well-rounded curriculums that meets...
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Caring, Responsible Full-Time Child Care Provider/Nanny

Waterford, CT

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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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Emily

East Haddam, CT

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$45/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
respite care
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
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...
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Mother Of 6, Grandmother Of 17

Niantic, CT

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
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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Old Saybrook, CT

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$25/hr
Hello! I'm Hayley, an experienced and compassionate caregiver with a strong background in caring for children. Having grown up with a brother on the autism spectrum, I've developed a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by children with autism. My approach is individualized, patient, and nurturing. I...
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Fun-loving, Patient Special Needs Nanny

Essex, CT

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I'm an experienced, mature, trustworthy, dependable, fun loving special needs nanny who has cared for 2 Autistic boys for the past 5 years. In addition to my hands-on experience, I also attended Connect-To-Talk in Madison with the boys and sat in on many sessions with them with their ABA & Speech Therapists to learn and apply...
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Old Saybrook, CT

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Hello! I'm a paraprofessional with a psychology degree and enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages. I'm flexible and willing to learn new things and have been working on my RBT training and already work with one individual with ASD. I was on the track team at CCSU so I love to stay active and have a specialty in math...
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Uncasville, CT

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$20/hr
16 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
For over 20 years, I've enjoyed working with children with and without mental and physical disabilities. I've worked as a babysitter and a nanny in the childrens homes, a 1:1 paraprofessional in class rooms for Autistic and other special needs from 3 - 18 yrs old. I've assisted foster parents with children needing medical care....
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New London, CT

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$45/hr
5 years experience
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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New London, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
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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Waterford, CT

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$20/hr
30 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have many years of experience caring for children of varying ages (including children with special needs) I have done various babysitting jobs as well as essentially being a second mommy for my 3 younger siblings starting when I was 8 years old. From an early age I have had experience with providing dinner, helping with...
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Wellness Caregiver

Waterford, CT

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have experience working with a senior who had Cerebal Palsy and used a wheelchair. I am reliable, compassionate and dedicated.
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Senior Care Provider (Live-in or out)

Waterford, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
personal care
light cleaning
live-in home care
errands
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My name is Desiree. I am 31 years old from NLC. A little about me... I worked as a para-professional through out college with special needs children as well as served as a in home care giver for a 60-year-old women suffering from lupus. I've worked as an in home nanny out of college for a few years before starting the job I have...
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Seasoned & Spirited =)

Waterford, CT

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$40/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Desiree. I am 31 years old. I have been working with children since age 16. A little about me: I worked as a para-professional through out college with special needs children as well as served as a in home care giver for a 60-year-old women suffering from lupus. I've worked as an in home nanny out of college...
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Behavioral Support Assistant

Niantic, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
I have a desire for working with people with Special needs. I worked in a school for 10 years as a special needs/behavioral support for students. I am certified in CPR by American Red Cross for children and adults, Certified in Crisis Prevention Intervention and I have 18 years Experience working with mental health patients,...
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Experienced Caregiver!

Hadlyme, CT

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a caring, reliable caregiver with over 7 years of experience working with individuals with special needs as a Direct Support Professional. I've helped with daily routines like getting ready in the morning, meals, personal care, and transportation, while always making sure the people I work with feel comfortable and...
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Uncasville, CT

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
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 grandchild that that is approaching 5 that I've cared for until he started daycare. I am looking for a long term position in which I am able to watch...
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New London, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I began working with children as a mothers helper when I was 8 years old. I eventually got my babysitting certificate and worked my way up to a professional Nanny. I have also worked as an aide for children with special needs for Cheshire Public Schools Board of Education. I am now 26 and caring for my sweet baby boy, who's 16...
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Niantic, CT

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I was a second grade teacher before having children of my own. I've been "home" raising my babies the past 12+ years providing childcare for other's kiddos. My son is ADHD and on the spectrum. So I have loads of personal and professional experience in this area. Looking to help out sporadically or very part time on a...
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Old Saybrook, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for! I have two years of experience caring for children and I'm comfortable caring for one to two children at a time. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I have some college experience and I'm comfortable with pets. I have experience with special needs...
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