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Jessica T.

Manchester, CT

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have experience with children who are in the autism spectrum. I also grew up with a sister who is bi-polar and worked with dementia patients while working as a home health aide for over 2 years.
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CNA

Bloomfield, CT

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$19/hr
2 years experience
I am a Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with almost 2 Years experience. Proficient an patient care with 2 years experience with a strong focus improving patients outcomes. Provided basic patient care for 8 residents Documented care activities ensuring 99% accuracy rate. Patients care, vitals signs, feeding, Prepared...
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Experienced And Creative Sitter

Manchester, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Makayla. I have just over 10 years of childcare experience, and have worked with children and young adults of all ages. I graduated in 2024 with my degree in Elementary Education and soon will begin my graduate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I am actively pursuing certification as a Registered Behavior...
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At Home Mom/ Sitter Provider

New Britain, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Caring for those can be a challenging but rewarding experience knowing that you are able to help them live an normal life as much as possible. With a daily routine of outdoors and physical activities along well balanced diet meals and personal care can help their day go very well. Just a friendly warm smile giving companionship...
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Super Summer Nanny

Wethersfield, CT

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a mom of 2 grown children who works in an elementary school and majored in Education in college. I have about 40 years experience in child care and education. I have helped raise 11 nieces, nephews and great nephews. I currently work in an elementary school with special needs children aiding with their classroom work and...
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Independent Living Skills Trainer

Manchester, CT

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$18/hr
18 years experience
I have experience working with different individuals of all ages and needs. From specai needs, to ABI/TBI. Performing various task like transport to doctors' appointments, handling finances, personal care, using a hoyer lift with certain individuals that required it. I have worked with individuals who required the use of a...
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About Kristina!

New Britain, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Kristina! I'm a CCSU graduate with a degree in fine arts and I'd describe my personality as patient, caring and creative. I love working with children, animals and have skills cooking, cleaning, tutoring and doing fun activities like art!! My ultimate goal is to teach kids and I'd love to get more first hand experience...
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Manchester, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Compassionate and experienced House Manager over 16 years of experience supporting individuals with special needs across all age groups, from children to older adults. Now I'm currently working in the hospital as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Skilled in providing hands-on care for individuals with Down syndrome, autism,...
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Babysitter/Nanny

West Hartford, CT

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$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
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Hi I'm Millie! I am 23 years old and just finished my junior year at UConn. Before transferring to UConn, I worked at Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School for half a year. There, I worked the before and aftercare programs as well as working as a one-on-one para wonderful special needs child. I love working with kids! I am...
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Special Education Paraprofessional

New Britain, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Hi there, my name is Jadanique . I saw your posting and was wondering if your still looking for a babysitter. I'm a special education paraprofessional and have been for the past 3 years. I have my own car, clean driving record and proof of insurance. A couple of my hobbies would be hiking, baking, arts and crafts ( which...
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Glastonbury, CT

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$17/hr
Becoming a mom one day is a dream of mine, I believe it's one of the most important things you can do with your life. Growing up in a large family of 5 kids, including my youngest sister with autism and Down syndrome, taught me patience and adaptability. I cared for her ever since I became old enough, earning the title of Mom #2...
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Manchester, CT

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I've been working with children for several years, starting as a teacher's aide and through various babysitting jobs. I have experience caring for infants up to school-aged children, including those with special needs. Working with kids is something I truly love, and I'm always ready to help in any way I can.
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Registered Behavior Technician

Newington, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have worked in special education for 15 years. I am trained in many reading and math programs to help tutor students with disabilities. I have a lot of patience and compassion for children to succeed.
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Energetic, Safe, Responsive &Reliable

West Hartford, CT

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Hi, my name is Becca! I have over 10 years of babysitting experience with infants to teens! I'm an exceedingly reliable, responsible, responsive and fun babysitter! Much of my passion for children comes from a young boy with down syndrome that I have had the privilege to care for the past 10 years. I have recently moved to a new...
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Glastonbury, CT

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Allyson and I am an 18-year-old high school graduate. I love working with kids, especially when it comes to activities such as playing games, making crafts, and baking. I have been babysitting my younger brothers since I was pretty young, and since then I have babysat for several families for kids ages 7-13,...
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Started When I Was 10

East Hartford, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
When I was 10, I was responsible for my 6 and 4 yr old cousins after school; I would walk them home form school, prepare a snack and help with homework until dinner. When I was 12 I was a nanny for a family with an infant (2 weeks old) and would go with them on vacations or when they had a night out. At 14 the sister of that...
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East Hartford, CT

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$18/hr
5 years experience
I'm a behavioral therapist have experience with non verbal and verbal kids with autism ranges from ages 1 and up. I've worked at an all special education school. I've worked as a paraprofessional at a behavioral school and as a behavioral therapist in the clinic and home setting. I know Spanish , English , and sign language.
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New Britain, CT

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$25/hr
7 years experience
I have been caring for youths and adults for years. I have been working in group home, nursing house, facility, hospital and individual homes. I help my clients with their live activities such as, personal and companion care, meal preparation, light cleaning, laundry, transportation services, Exercise, medications and more.
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Part-time Caregiver Available, Retired Registered Nurse

Farmington, CT

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$23/hr
10 years experience
I have worked as a Registered Nurse for hospital-based patients for many years, from newborns to geriatric patients. I have also done two years of home care experience with children and adults.
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New Britain, CT

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Hi my name is Patrice. I have over 7 years experience caring for children and over 3 years experience caring for special needs individuals. I am very friendly and caring. Very welcoming and patient. Rest assured if your child is left with me he/she will be in safe hands.
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