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Jesse B.

Special Needs Caregiver

Ledyard, CT

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$25/hr
9 years experience
I have worked in the special needs field for 10 years now. I started at the age of 15 and I am currently 26 I have worked with kids as young as 3 and as old as 22. I have worked with a wide range of kids with disabilities. I am passionate about kids with special needs because you learn something new every day, you are always...
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Ledyard, CT

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Michaela. I graduated from Eastern Connecticut State University with my Bachelors degree in Humanities and Sociology. I also graduated from the Community College of Rhode Island with a degree in Early Childhood Education. I am currently working as a lead Preschool Teacher and have a huge place in my heart for...
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Experienced Educated Professional

Norwich, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Experienced educated professional available for caregiving positions. I have experience with all ages & special needs individuals. I have over 15 years experience providing all levels of care for individuals from birth till advanced stages of life. I have experience from School Readiness Programs to group homes with individuals...

Care Member says "Heather was very reliable and provided excellent care to my son. I requested her help in a pinch and I won’t hesitate to request her help again"

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Allison W.'s Photo

Groton, CT

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$22/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
As a childcare provider with seven years of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting and education roles have equipped me with valuable skills to care for children with patience, creativity, and friendliness. I prioritize open communication with parents, offering...
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Groton, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hey! I'm Marrisa, I'm 29, and currently a nanny to an almost 5-year-old, who I've been with for the past 4 years. Prior to this job, I have worked at daycares, and a high school, with various babysitting jobs in between. I was mostly in infant and toddler classrooms, but I have experience with preschool ages as well. I have...
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Norwich, CT

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I am a certified teacher from infant to prek in Massachusetts. I have an updated first aid and CPR certification. I'm a psychology student who is also working as an ABA therapist going through the training to receive my RBT certification.
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Babysitter Available

Norwich, CT

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a mother to three children of my own. I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. I have experience with adaptive equipment and multiple special needs. I have a passion for helping others.
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Uncasville, CT

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$20/hr
16 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
For over 20 years, I've enjoyed working with children with and without mental and physical disabilities. I've worked as a babysitter and a nanny in the childrens homes, a 1:1 paraprofessional in class rooms for Autistic and other special needs from 3 - 18 yrs old. I've assisted foster parents with children needing medical care....
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New London, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 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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Caregiver For All!

Groton, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
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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Part-Time Caregiver

Norwich, CT

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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Mobility assistance
companionship
dementia
specialized care
personal care
I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. It is a passion of mine to help others. I have experience with adaptive equipment, and special needs.
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Groton, CT

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a mom of a 6-month-old baby boy. I am also a nurse and have 9 years of childcare experience with all ages and special needs as well.
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New London, CT

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
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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Mystic, CT

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$27/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 16 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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Lynn W.'s Photo

Norwich, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I finished college and received a degree in Early Childhood Education from Three Rivers Community College. I've been babysitting for 15 years. I have worked in a child care center for three years. I love working with kids because they are learning as they go. I have experience with special needs children and adults too. I am...
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Norwich, CT

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I'd describe my personality as devoted, caring and personable. I like working with kids because it's been my passion since a young age. Helping child flourish and become the best they can be is what I live for. I'm looking for a job that is willing to help me grow, I want to provide a family with my service and I want they to...
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Companionate RN Looking For Extra Work

Groton, CT

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I am a caring RN now in the navy looking for extra work to keep me busy. I have years of experience working with special needs children and adults.
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Leana W.'s Photo

New London, CT

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
hospice services
respite care
+ 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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$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
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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Norwich, CT

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have experience working for DDS as a support for individuals with developmental disabilities as well as physical disabilities. I also have CNA experience working with adolescents of the same nature. I also have a 2-year-old son with severe ASD who is nonverbal so I have some sign language experience as well.
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