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Emily H.

Summer Full Time Caregiver/babysitter/nanny Available

East Lyme, CT

5.0(0)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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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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Emily

East Haddam, CT

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$45/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
mobility assistance
home modification
+ 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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Compassionate Caregiver

East Haddam, CT

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
respite care
errands
+ 1 more
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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Mother Of 6, Grandmother Of 17

Niantic, CT

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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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New London, CT

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$20/hr
A little about me, I raised my son as a single mother and Im proud of my 29-year-old man he's become. I've always honestly loved children and animals, as well as they have been drawn to me. I love learning, teaching, and growing in life but it's even better with the laughter of a child. I make sure parents rules are always...
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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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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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Special Needs Aide/ HHA

Niantic, CT

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Hello Fam My name is Ayabulela (Aya) and I'm 29 years old. My first experience caring for those with Special Needs was with my niece. She was born deaf and that gave me a driving force to pursue my studies in Social Work. I'm an advocate for vulnerable groups (children, persons living with disabilities and seniors) and it gives...
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New London, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 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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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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Caregiver

Waterford, CT

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I have worked with older adults and special needs people who have mental and physical disabilities over the summer, at Camp Harnkess. I was taught how to do lifts, help with direct care such as showering, brushing teeth, getting dressed, mobility, and feeding. I feel that I got a lot out of this experience, and am always happy...
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Senior Care Provider (Live-in or out)

Waterford, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
personal care
meal prep
hospice services
+ 1 more
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
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 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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Uncasville, CT

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
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
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
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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New London, CT

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
respite care
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
4 year's experience as a nurse with dementia patients and elderly. Previously a caregiver for special needs elderly in Massachusetts.
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New London, CT

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Leana. I've been a licensed practical nurse for the last 5 years. Prior to that I was a caregiver for special needs adults as well as a nanny for a family in Barrington for 3 years. I have experience with children ages 3 months to 12 years old. Im also available for light house work, laundry, cooking and...
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Mariah

Old Saybrook, CT

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hi, My name is Mariah, I would describe my personality as outgoing, caring, and respectful. I genuinely enjoy working with kids, and here's why: I am the youngest of three siblings, and when my older siblings went off to college, I had a babysitter who became like an older sister to me. The bond we formed was incredibly special...
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