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Brittany C.


North Haven, CT

$18-38/hr • 7 yrs exp

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I have 7 plus years experience I am CPR/AED certified I have tons of references! I also have a son that is autistic he is 13 now. I spent most of the years studying to help kids like him :)
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Gina R.


New Haven, CT

$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Gina. I have 2 daughters ages 14 and 10. I have my degree in psychology with a minor in child development. I have experience caring for children with and without special needs. I am professional and ready to care for your children . Having 2 kids of my own I understand the importance of great care and am here to...
Gina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Isabella F.


Branford, CT

$27-33/hr • 2 yrs exp

I Am A Pre-Health Major And Dod Fitect Patient Care Hours As Part Of My Pre-PA Path.

I am hard working and an great with all kinds of children and adults. I have experience with feeding, changing, bathing and transporting! I also am good with engaging people in activities !
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Sofia D.


Branford, CT

$20-21/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Sofia and I'm 22 years old. I have been working with children since I was about 13 years old. My 9 years of child care experience includes babysitting ages 0-12, daycare teacher ages infant-3 , and preschool/pre-k teacher ages 3-5. In highschool I volunteered at my local library to help run the children's music...
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Cassandra S.


North Haven, CT

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Educator And Caregiver

Hello! I'm Cassie, an RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) at InBloom Autism Services. I work with kiddos (from ages 2-7) with autism. Before this, I taught at the Foote School for four years as an associate teacher in fourth and fifth grade. During my time at Foote I also taught theater after school and assisted the director...
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Isabella F.


Branford, CT

$20-24/hr

Special Needs Child Caregiver

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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Diamond S.


New Haven, CT

$25-30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I've been in childcare for about 9 years. I started off as a teacher before transitioning into being a professional nanny. I have experience with severe allergies, special needs, & asthma. I've worked with ages as young as 6 weeks to 10 years old. I am also CPR/FIRST AID certified. The most rewarding part of my job is...
Diamond can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Amber R.


New Haven, CT

$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

I Love Children

I have a 11-year-old child that is currently in a group home. I ran a support group for 1 and a half years for families that have children with special needs which I wrote a proposal and got a grant for 5,000 dollars to do, I loved it. I also had training to become a family advocate and a parent leader I'm also familiar with...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Sally D.


Clinton, CT

$21-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have extensive experience in childcare from 1987 to 2024. I was a nanny for 5 children for a professional family in Guilford and well as another professional family with 2 daughters in Woodbridge. I was a substitute teacher and a teacher's aide for the New Haven Board of Education Also, assisted with special needs children. My...
Sally can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Chelsea H.


Madison, CT

$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver- Special Needs Specifically

I am pursuing a degree in psychology-mental health at SCSU right now. I am a junior and have experience in the field. I interned at a day program for adults with traumatic brain injuries, developmental disabilities and visual impairments. My current job is as a life skills instructor for adults with disabilities (most on my...
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Courtney K.


East Haven, CT

$20-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

Entertaining Sitter With Lots Of Energy!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Courtney, a fun, energetic, and enthusiastic babysitter with years of experience! I am new to the area and am looking for anyone who may need babysitting help. I have prior experience with all ages and children with special needs. For several years, I was a camp counselor and a substitute teacher in Massachusetts. If you are...
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Gabriella W.


Madison, CT

$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi! My name is Gabby W, and I'm originally from Madison, Connecticut. I graduated from New York University in 2023 with a B. S. in Psychology and will be attending Columbia University in the fall for graduate school. In my free time, I love working out, hiking, reading, cooking, and spending time with friends and family. I truly...
Gabriella can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi my names Alexa M. & I've been working with senior citizens & intellectually disabled for three years I'm CPR certified I know how to personal care, companionship, and more I'm 23 from Branford Connecticut. Hope to hear soon.
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Rachel A.


Branford, CT

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello! I am an experienced caregiver as well as an early childhood educator for 5+ years. I have experience working with young children with special needs and developmental delays in the classroom, as well as 10+ years of nannying experience. I am first aid and CPR certified. I earned my bachelors degree in Human Development and...

Carli R.


Madison, CT

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Child Care

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a new graduate registered nurse and have great interest in becoming a pediatric nurse. I was a camp nurse this past summer to almost 500 children between the ages of 3 and 14. I feel comfortable working with children who have special needs or may currently be ill. In college I babysat regularly for a family with a...
Carli can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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"Carli is absolutely wonderful with my 10 month old daughter. She's sweet, caring and a very responsible sitter. I certainly recommend her!"

Ashley M.

Hi Family, I have worked taking care of and teaching kids since I began babysitting at 12. I have worked with 2-year-olds in my early jobs, and up to 5th graders in my teaching career. Currently I am a Special Education Teaching Assistant, with experience in ABA practices. I am certified in Elementary Teaching 1-6. I also have...
Hi, I'm Beth! I am a single mom to 3 thriving and growing children, 1 rescue dog, and a cat. My boys are 27 & 21 and my daughter is 18. I am well versed in juggling lots of activities and energy, as well as organizing a full and busy household. I am a lifelong CT resident and have always lived in the New Haven area. I am...

Sarah L.


Branford, CT

$30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Crafty Teacher Getting To Help Over The Summer

I am a certified teacher looking to occasionally help babysit/nanny for a family. I am highly creative and would love to plan some activities or some crafts with your little one. I love animals as well so if you have any that is perfectly fine. I also have experience with special needs children. Sarah
Sarah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Samia C.


East Haven, CT

$18/hr • 1 yrs exp

My Name Is Mia. I'm 18 And A Teachers Assistant.

I work full time as a teachers assistant and work with special needs children. I am a certified teachers assistant. I will be looking for a summer nannying job while my students are on break. I am also CPR, AED, and first aid certified. And have lots of experience with kids. I work great with ages 6 and up.
Samia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Genesis A.


East Haven, CT

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Let Me Help And Be Your Buddy!

I'm Geni! I enjoy taking care of people and I always have. As a child I would take care of my grandma as everybody else would be working. That included toileting, bathing, feeding, helping with medication, helping her move around and translating. As I got older I found myself continuing to take care of people to I was CPR and...

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