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Michael B.


Groton, CT

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver For All!

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Hello! My name is Michael and I have been working as a caregiver for a variety of different individuals since 2017. Originally from Indiana, I have worked in many different environments from a nursing home late-stage dementia unit, to managing a group home of seven clients with varying developmental disabilities diagnoses, to...
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Raina R.


Groton, CT

$16-22/hr2 yrs exp

Cabin Councilor

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I have 2-3 years of professional experience with people who have disabilities through a special needs camp called horizons, along with life experiences with family members who have down's syndrome and autism. I care deeply about people and would love help as much as I can :)
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Emily P.


Groton, CT

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving, Engaging Babysitter Looking For Summer Work

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Hi, I'm Emily! I have worked with children for the past 17 years. I have experience as a babysitter, camp counselor and an educator. I have an associates degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant and a bachelors in Physical Education. I love being outside, playing games and actively engaging children. I have experience with...
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Marrisa V.


Groton, CT

$13-20/hr5 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

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Hey! I'm Marrisa, I'm 24, and I'm currently a paraprofessional at a high school working 1:1 with a special needs student. Prior to this job, I worked at a daycare for about 2. 5 years and before that I was at a different daycare for about a year. I was mostly in infant and toddler classrooms, but I have experience with preschool...
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Carrie V.


Groton, CT

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Plenty Of Experience With Many Types Of Children!

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I have 10 years of experience. I have four adult children, so have plenty of experience with children. I have worked at a children's psychiatric hospital for almost 3 years, working directly with children with behavioral behaviors. I worked with predominately ages 5-12 in the hospital, however; also worked with adolescents and...
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Sara R.


Uncasville, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Energetic

5.0

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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...
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"- [ ] Sara has been our nanny since October. She quickly became part of our family helping care for our 2 year old intermittently and then full time with our son who was born in December. Our son had...

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Julia C.


New London, CT

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Former Children's Museum Educator With Tons Of Caretaking Experience

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I am the eldest of 13 Cousins and have been baby sitting for as long as I can remember unofficially, and in a more formal capacity once I turned 15. I have experience caring for newborns all the way up to middle schoolers, and I have a great deal of experience with special needs and spectrum children as well. I am comfortable...
5.0
"Julia is absolutely wonderful. She is thoughtful, communicative, punctual, and trustworthy. She approaches babysitting with supreme professionalism and genuine care. Our daughter really took to her and so did...

Reviewed by Leigh S.

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Arielle S.


Mystic, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time And Occasional Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

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I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 13 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
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"We were 100% comfortable leaving our children with Arielle. She easily connected with our 7yo while also navigating the chaos of our toddler and infant smoothly. Arielle is a breeze to communicate with. She was...

Reviewed by Megan B.

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Alyssa J.


Uncasville, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello, my name is Alyssa and I have been in childcare for over a decade now. Currently I am a preschool teacher! I have been babysitting for/working with infants - adults with special needs since I was a teenager. I hold Bachelor's degrees in both Early Childhood Education and Sociology. I am currently working towards my...
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"Alyssa is great with kids of all ages ! Alyssa has cared for my niece and nephew on several occasions since they were babies (they are now 5 and 8). Alyssa is able to communicate well with children and is great...

Reviewed by Amanda B.

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Dawn V.


Waterford, CT

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible Full-Time Child Care Provider/Nanny

5.0

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I have experience working with children with some challenges. I have experience in learning, social and emotional fields.
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Sarah O.


Ledyard, CT

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

5.0

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I have many years experience as a nurse aide and caregiver. I've worked with all different kinds of special needs patients. I have been CPR and first aid certified. I'm also a mother of 5 :).
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Jhanira V.


New London, CT

$21-30/hr4 yrs exp

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I would describe myself as a responsible, caring and fun person. I love kids and I enjoy babysitting! I have 4 years of experience working with kids. I have worked as an intervention specialist and tutor for special needs children. My most recent job was as a special education teacher. I'm also bilingual and always do my best in...
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Emily Y.


New London, CT

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

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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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Sandra G.


Waterford, CT

$20-27/hr

Special Needs Care

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I have experience with special needs care from being a special needs paraprofessional in public school. I can provide compassion and companionship, along with general care.
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Angela T.


Waterford, CT

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

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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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Patricia G.


Waterford, CT

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver Available Full-Time

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I can certainly understand only too well the needs of senior care as I also have a Mother (82) and experiencing all the same situations as you have incurred. It is a tough battle and you need to be sensitive to their needs which I have a great deal of knowledge in. I find that I have a personal sense as to what they are...
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Kelly G.


Mystic, CT

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Special Education K-12 Teacher Available For Part-time Caregiving

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Special education teacher for the last 2 years in an elementary school setting. Worked with high need students as well as specific learning disabilities. Have experience working with children of all ages.
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Michaela D.


Ledyard, CT

$20-64/hr6 yrs exp

My Name Is Michaela And I Am In My Senior Year At Eastern Connecticut State University.

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Hello, my name is Michaela. I am a certified Early Childhood Education teacher with 6 years of experience in the childcare field. I have a passion for teaching children, which is why I specialize in helping children reach their developmental milestones. Children will not just be well taken care of, but also learn and grow. I am...

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Hey I am very eager and reliable employee. I am down to take on any challenge that is presented to me and I work well with the mentally challenged.
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Aileen E.


Waterford, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver for Senior

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I am a wife of 35 years and a mother of two children, ages 30 and 26. I have worked within the school system for 6 years with ages k-12. I have worked with children and adults of all levels including special needs. I am a very organized and clean person. You will find me very dependable and reliable. I am fluent in both English...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Groton, CT

Sara R.

5.0

- [ ] Sara has been our nanny since October. She quickly became part of our family helping care for our 2 year old intermittently and then full time with our son who was born in December. Our son had challenging GI issues and Sara stepped right in from him being in the NICU to his lasting severe...

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Julia C.

5.0

Julia did awesome with my boys, they get very excited when we let them know she is coming to look after them. I am so happy we found such a kind, caring, and dependable person to watch over my little ones when mom and dad need a night away.

- Marissa G.

Arielle S.

5.0

Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very much. We look forward to having her...

- Rebecca S.

Alyssa J.

5.0

Alyssa is great with kids of all ages ! Alyssa has cared for my niece and nephew on several occasions since they were babies (they are now 5 and 8). Alyssa is able to communicate well with children and is great at incorporating education in different activities that the kids just love to participate...

- Amanda B.

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