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Vanessa P.

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Middletown, CT

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$28/hr
9 years experience
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I am looking to obtain a job as your next family helper. I am very creative, humble and patient! I have worked within Connecticut's special needs community for the past nine years as a behavioral therapist along with assisting families whom require senior, tender love...
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Wallingford, CT

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$19/hr
6 years experience
I'm a special education teacher at a school in North Haven. I work with students who are medically complex. Most of which are non-speaking and utilize AAC devices. Most of my students are wheelchair users. I help feed, change, reposition, etc. I've worked as a teacher for 6 years now.
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Wallingford, CT

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$24/hr
3 years experience
I am a caring, responsible, and patient individual with a passion for working with children. I enjoy creating positive, safe, and engaging environments where children can learn, play, and develop confidence. I have strong communication skills, work well with families and teams, and am committed to supporting each child's...
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Experienced, Fun, Reliable Nanny!

Middletown, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I currently work as a Clinical Associate, doing ABA therapy, working with toddlers and elementary aged children with Autism. I have worked in elementary schools at private facilities as well as well as in home with children with disabilities of all ages. I have a Masters degree in Special Education, ABA therapy. I love...
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Middletown, CT

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I am looking to obtain a job as your next family helper. I am very creative, humble and patient! I have worked within Connecticut's special needs community for the past nine years as a behavioral therapist. I am currently pursuing my master's degree, in the meantime, I...
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New Britain, CT

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a recent graduate of Southern Connecticut State University with my BS in Early Childhood Education and Liberal Studies with a concentration in psychology & children, family, and community studies. I also got my Associates degree in ECE in 2021 from NVCC in Waterbury. I have been working with children since 2019. I...
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Southington, CT

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$28/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello. *Pro Nanny that has a current FT nanny position but looking because of long commute.* 20 years experience in childcare and special needs. Newborn to high school age. I have worked in Special Education for many years and have prior Nanny experience.* I feel working with children is such an important and rewarding job and...
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New Britain, CT

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$35/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I have significant experience caring for individuals with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disabilities. I currently nanny an amazing 9-year-old boy, who is both on the spectrum (mostly nonverbal) and also diagnosed with ADHD. I am free 8am- 2 p.m. NG Please feel free to reach out with any questions or interests! Thank...
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Mom/Special Ed Para/CNA

Southington, CT

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$19/hr
10 years experience
I have always enjoyed working with kids/people who have special needs. I'm a natural caregiver & a dependable person. I have worked as s CNA at The Alzheimer's Resource Center & Mulberry Gardens both in Southington. Once my son was in school full time I got a job as a Special Ed Para in an elementary school. I am available...
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Berlin, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have 12yrs experience working. With dds in group homes or independent Living or at pvt homes Covid vaccinated and first aid CPR certified I'm caring and compassionate Look forward to hearing from You thanks Melissa
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Berlin, CT

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
My name is Ellie and I am from Berlin CT. I am 19 years old and currently attending the University of Rhode Island, majoring in Elementary Education. I've always had a passion for kids and love working with them. Over the past couple of months I have worked in an elementary school with students with special needs. I am very...
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Professional Disability Support Worker

New Britain, CT

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Hello, my name is Phoenix (Niyah). I am a young adult with 6 years of experience working with young adults and adults on the disability spectrum live and learn independently in their communities. I have worked in work settings, educational settings, and recreational settings with a variety of individuals with differing needs. I...
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Cheshire, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Experienced with people of all ages. I'm a PhD doctor with 20 years of healthcare experience and 25 years of childcare experience. I'm taking MANY years off of working in healthcare to focus on fertility. TREAT EVERY CLIENT LIKE MY OWN FAMILY!!! Reliable, dependable and responsible.
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Middletown, CT

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$26/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
From 2018 to 2024, I worked as a Building Substitute Teacher, where I assumed all duties and responsibilities of the classroom teacher and carried out teachers assignments. During the summers from 2020 to 2024, I worked as a paraprofessional supporting special needs children in summer camps. Through these experiences, I...
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Southington, CT

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I am a caring individual with experience working with kids on the spectrum. I strive to provide an excellent level of care and take my job very seriously. I look forward to hearing from you.
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Cromwell, CT

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$17/hr
Hello, My name is Taylor. I have worked as a special education para in West Hartford Public schools for 3 years. I just recently obtained my Registered Behavior Tech certification and i'm excited to start doing what I love the most, working and learning from people with disabilities.
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New Britain, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have extensive and varied experience working with children. I had an internship on the pediatric unit at the Hospital for Special Care. After my internship, I continued my work on the unit as a volunteer, totaling about 135 hours. This gave me plenty of experience working with and caring for children, ranging from infants to...
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Vanessa P.'s Photo

Middletown, CT

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$30/hr
9 years experience
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I am looking to obtain a job as your next family helper. I am very creative, humble and patient! I have worked within Connecticut's special needs community for the past nine years as a behavioral therapist. I am currently pursuing my master's degree, in the meantime, I...
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Special Education Assistant

Southington, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I was a Bilingual Special Education Assistant in the Minneapolis Public Schools District. I have experience with kids and adults with ASD, DCD and EBD.
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Smiles And Giggles Make The World Go Around

Wallingford, CT

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello there my name is Alycia and everyone calls me Ali. I am 27 and I have 2 step children and one of my own! My son is 3 and has autism so I have plenty of experiences with children of all beautiful types of wonderful children . My son has autism so I have a got of experience with children with special needs as well.
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