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Brianna C.

New London, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
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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After School Care/dog Care/babysitting

Quaker Hill, CT

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Crafts and Grocery Shopping. certified CNA. Senior in high school. I can drive and have my own car. Have done babysitting. Dog sitting and walking. Familiar with special needs.
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Fun Nanny

Norwich, CT

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi everyone, I'm Hannah! I'm a reliable and patient person. I have been working with children my entire life. I have childcare experience ranging from ages 9 months old up to 15 years old. I have a lot of special needs experience as well (autism spectrum specifically). I took child growth + development classes in school, as...
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New London, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
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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New London, CT

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Experienced in caregiving and quick to learn. Kind, compassionate, creative, intuitive, musical. Detail oriented and organized. My experience comes from caring for my sister who sustained a brain injury in 2012 and became wheelchair bound and non-verbal. She has lived with my mother since 2015. My mother is a registered nurse...
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Norwich, CT

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$20/hr
I have experience with skills and the mental support being these needs. I'm always willing to learn more
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Special Education K-12 Teacher Available For Part-time Caregiving

Mystic, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
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.
I have been providing childcare since I was 14, with hands-on experience starting at the age of 9 when I began helping care for my four younger brothers. Growing up alongside an autistic brother has equipped me with the skills to accommodate special needs, fostering a nurturing and patient approach. My extensive experience with...

Have Worked With Clients Having Brain Disorders Various Forms Of Dementia And Changes In Mobility

Mystic, CT

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$15/hr
10 years experience
At times people with special needs tend to be overlooked and difficult to find care. They require different needs to that of a person needing routine care. I am always concerned about their care and feel I can make a small difference in their lives. Having a family member who had special needs. Have experience in acute care...

Preston, CT

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$23/hr
2 years experience
I'd describe my personality as detailed, attentive and caring. I like caring for people with special needs because it's something I've been drawn to since elementary school, and enjoy making a difference in somebody's day. I'm looking for a job that has flexible hours; as I have 2 toddlers at home and am currently expecting....
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Summer Full Time Caregiver/babysitter/nanny Available

East Lyme, CT

5.0(0)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello families, My name is Emily and I am 29 years old and have both and undergraduate degree in human development and family studies and a masters degree in school psychology. I have worked with children of all ages from infants as young as 3 months to students with special needs age 20+ that have aged out of k-12 education,...
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Moosup, CT

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Gabrielle. I am 26 with a 1-year-old daughter and an almost 4-year-old son so I have great experience with babies and Children! I have worked with special needs adults as well as children. I have babysat for years since the age of 16. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am a super fun and creative person that...

Michaela C. says "Gabrielle has watched both of my children and I would hire her again and again! She really puts the time and effort in to make sure the kids are happy...

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Caring, Responsible Full-Time Child Care Provider/Nanny

Waterford, CT

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have experience working with children with some challenges. I have experience in learning, social and emotional fields.
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Caregiver

Windham, CT

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I have many years of experience I worked with visiting nurses, hospice, rehabilitation etc. I am very easy-going very easy to get along with and take pride in my work. I have experience with ADLs I am CPR, first aid, EpiPen, med certified.
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Niantic, CT

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$17/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I work with young children and I also have experience with special needs kids and I work with seniors as well.
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Babysitting

Westerly, RI

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$21/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Haleigh and I am 26 years old. In addition to having a 1-year-old of my own, I have several years of experience working with children aging from 4 months to 13 years old and also have previous experience working with children with special needs.
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Elder Care /

Old Lyme, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
mobility assistance
dementia
errands
transportation
+ 1 more
I have over 20 years experience working with adults and children, I have worked with hospice patients special needs children and adults and pretty much anything you need. I am CPR trained , First aide trained. I also am med. certified and fully vaccinated. If you are looking for companionship, errand services , meal prep, help...
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Full Time Care Giver

Voluntown, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have cared for several preterm babies and children with learning disabilities. Being able to help them thrive is the best feeling in the world
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North Franklin, CT

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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Katherine! I have been caring for kids since I was 14. I have also worked in daycares and at a school for kids with special needs before moving out here! I love the outdoors, crafts, and pets!
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Senior Care Provider (Live-in or out)

Waterford, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
meal prep
errands
hospice services
personal care
+ 1 more
My name is Desiree. I am 31 years old from NLC. A little about me... I worked as a para-professional through out college with special needs children as well as served as a in home care giver for a 60-year-old women suffering from lupus. I've worked as an in home nanny out of college for a few years before starting the job I have...

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