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Venice S.

New Haven, CT

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
I have 7 years of experience in childcare including a childcare center as a Teacher's Aid where I workeded with ages 6 weeks through preschool. As well as, volunteering with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary school children. I am AHA Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED certified. I am hardworking, reliable, and...
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East Haven, CT

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$25/hr
Hi! My name is Adrianna, and I'm currently a student at Southern Connecticut State University majoring in Speech Pathology. I have a strong passion for working with children, especially those with special needs, and I'm pursuing a career where I can make a positive impact on their communication and development. I am currently...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

East Haven, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
In the past, I have cared for two special needs children, age 5-7. Some of the duties included: diapering, dressing, monitoring behavior, feeding, and the usual playing and keeping the kids busy. I have also babysat a variety of aged children over the past 5 years. I have experience with children from infant to 12 years old.
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Love Doing Crafts And Can Make Most Activities Fun For The Children

Wallingford, CT

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a very reliable worker and will always be patient with your children and strive to create a happy and healthy babysitting environment. I have over 8 years of babysitting experience , I started when I was a freshman in high school. Now as a junior in college, I'm looking for a more stable nannying / babysitting job. I am...
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North Haven, CT

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$18/hr
7 years experience
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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Naugatuck, CT

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$19/hr
I am experienced as a live in provider of 4 disabled adults. 2 with Down syndrome, 1 with Spina Bifida and 1 with Autism. They were all able to take care of their own feeding and dressing needs but needed prompting for certain tasks. I was there to manage their meds, cook, clean and bring them out to socialize. This was in...
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Full Time Passionate About Children

Naugatuck, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have experience with high and low functioning adults and children for over 10 years. This includes bathing, cooking, passing meds, brain stimulation, helping with language development etc.
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Fun And Caring Nanny

Seymour, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have many years experience as a Nanny. I've worked in an in-home daycare, a daycare center, and as a private Nanny. I've worked with children ages 4 months through 12 years old, including multiples at once. I also have several nieces and a nephew (with special needs) that I enjoy spending time with and caring for. I am a fun,...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Orange, CT

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have had some experience working with students with special needs. My school year job is at Hamden Transitional Academy located on the campus of Southern Connecticut State University. I work with students ages 18-22 with a range of disabilities. My job as a peer mentor is to help the students become more independent and learn...
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East Haven, CT

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have worked with disabled adults as a career. I specialize in people with disabilities, I enjoy it.
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Full Time Loving Aide

West Haven, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have been a loving aide for over 15 years, also have a loved one with special needs my 28-year-old brother. I am very well aware of the love, patience and compassion you must have in this field of work. I am a reliable honest individual with plenty of references.
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Fun And Loving Caregiver

New Haven, CT

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$20/hr
6 years experience
*Full day availability Feb 17-20* I strive to meet children at their mental and physical needs, making them feel like I am one of their own while giving them my undivided attention. I am caring, energetic, always punctual, reliable, and respectful of different parenting styles. My goal is to make you feel as comfortable as...
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Wallingford, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with special needs children for over 10 years from the ages 3 years old to 14 years old. I am a very caring and patient person and I love helping special needs children. It is a very rewarding working with special needs children, because they get so happy when learn something or you read to them or when they learn...
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New Haven, CT

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...
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Derby, CT

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I have extensive experience working with children and adults with special needs, including autism spectrum disorder. I am a Certified Autism Specialist, with a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I have hands-on experience implementing behavior plans, supporting daily routines, and promoting skill development in...
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New Haven, CT

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$22/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
For over 20 years, I've been dedicated to nurturing children's growth and development, fueled by a genuine passion and positive babysitting experiences. My graduate degree and CDA have provided me with a strong foundation in child care. I'm patient, creative, and friendly, which helps me connect with kids of all ages, from...
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Part-time Caregiver

Wallingford, CT

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired special education teacher with a lot of energy and a strong desire to help others. I have a positive, friendly attitude and am a hard worker. Also, I am kind, honest and patient and would be glad to give you references.
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Ansonia, CT

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$20/hr
6 years experience
My passion for caregiving began at home, caring for my great-grandmother, and later supporting my grandmother and aunt through cancer treatment, as well as helping care for my uncle with PKU. These experiences shaped my patient, calm, and attentive approach to care. I have over seven years of hands-on caregiving experience and...
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Diamond S.'s Photo

New Haven, CT

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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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...
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Seymour, CT

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I'm Jenna, I've been working with kids or all ages for about 7 years now. I've been a tutor and I volunteer all summer for special needs kids. I've also been a dance teacher. Further, a babysitter with 7 years of experience. With this I've worked with kids of all ages and have gone from changing diapers to bring kids to baseball...
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