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Robin T.

Experienced Child Care Director and School-Aged Teacher with Endless Energy and Love for the Outdoors

Newtown, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have a BA with a double major in Art and Elementary Education. I have been a preschool teacher then Director, and the Supervisor of Youth and Family Programming for a local community center. I have had the opportunity to include special needs students in my after-school classes and in the large day camp I directed. Every...
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Experienced Preschool Director

Newtown, CT

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
We all have a life purpose, a special calling, and mine is teaching children! You love your kids and when you can not be with them you want the absolute best for them. Look no more, I am right here! I will make sure everyone is safe, happy and that they laugh and have fun. We can do arts and crafts, build tracks for Hot Wheels,...
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Newtown, CT

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$28/hr
20 years experience
I am a warm and nurturing caregiver with 20+ years working with children of all ages. I possess an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelors in Psychology. I am comfortable following through with house rules, preparing meals and light household duties. I look forward to fostering creativity and imagination...
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Part Time Caregiver

Redding, CT

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi, my name is Chanel! I have experience in both part-time and full-time, long-term care-giving for newborns to 17-year-olds. I take my contribution to a family/household seriously. I like to focus on engaging activities, particularly outdoor adventures & craft projects. I do not rely on electronics to entertain kids and instead...

Kelly Y. says "Chanel was a pleasure. Very friendly, brilliant with my kids. Will definitely be using her again."

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Monroe, CT

4.3(1)
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$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a State of CT Registered Certified Nurses Aide/PCA-personal care assistant with over 25 years experience in all phases of home care such as Hospice, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Elder Care, Handicapped, Dept of Mental Rehab, Down Syndrome, Combative Patients, Special Needs Children. During my years as a CNA/PCA, I have received...

Care Member says "Joann recently took care of my 90-year-old mom who was recovering from Lung Cancer treatment and was then bedridden due to compression fractures in her...

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Danbury, CT

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi my name is Claudia. I worked for more than 15 year. My work was was with children with special needs in all the areas of learning development. Also I worked as a caregiver for infants and toddlers with developmental delays.
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Valdirene M.'s Photo

Bethel, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Dedicated daycare provider with a loving, patient approach. Currently nurturing toddlers, but also have experience with special needs children. CPR certified, skilled in meal prep, playtime, child development, and more.
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Danbury, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is Maria , I'm a dedicated and compassionate childcare expert with over 20+ years of experience working with children of all ages, from infants to teens, including those with special needs. I'm Bilingual English and Spanish, CPR and First Aid certified. Skilled in creating nurturing environments that foster growth,...
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Experienced Part Time Caregiver Available

Danbury, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
live-in home care
+ 1 more
My name is Olga however I like to go by my middle name Janet. I am fully covid vaccinated with all three shots. I have been in health care for over 10 years I love what I do I also have lots of experience with all types of patients from dementia to cancer to disabled I have taken care of many people I can do the hoyer lift, run...
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Mature, Caring Responsible P/T Care Giver Available!

Danbury, CT

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
My name is Liz N. I am a Brookfield, CT resident, a 52 yr old mom of 2 (ALMOST empty nest) I enjoy working with both children and the elderly. I originally was an edu major at Pace University. I have taught horseback riding to children, run summer camps and been a sub for the Brookfield School System as an aide for special...
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Senior Care

Southbury, CT

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$28/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I'm an experienced caregiver, former CNA, and household manager returned to the home care field after running family businesses for the past 20 years. Caring, intelligent, patient, well-organized, very dependable, and excellent at multi-tasking, with a strong background in travel, music and crafts. Experienced with infants,...
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Redding, CT

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am a very passionate, patient and creative person. My first graduation is on history teaching, so I have experience working as a teacher for different age group. But I also have been working as a nanny, I've been working with different kinds of special needs kids (autism, ADHD and food allergies). Recently I got my...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Bridgewater, CT

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
The spirit, enthusiasm and connection that I have for children and adults with special needs and that they have for me, is so evident in person and so hard to show in words. They have always been an important part of my life. After graduation with a BS degree in Recreation, I worked as the Camp Director for Children with special...
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Sandy Hook, CT

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Greetings! My name is Courtney and I am a female, looking to get back into direct care in a part time capacity. I come to Care. com with 5+ years experience working with an aging population with disabilities, both mental and physical. With my experience as a care giver to others, as well as my own innate capabilities as a...
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Adventure Seeker With A Passion For Teaching!

Danbury, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Tiff 33 years old. I just got married in October to my amazing husband. I love being outdoors, hiking, nice long walks, going to s nice beach. I have fun and new adventures and am also willing to learn new things from all ages. I started working with children when I was in high school for all ages infant to 12th...
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Brookfield, CT

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$25/hr
20 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
transportation
+ 1 more
Supporting adults and seniors' well-being is my passion. My experiences helping my grandmother and volunteering at my church solidified my desire to become a caregiver. I have three years of experience providing respite care, transportation, and personal care. I also assist with errands, light housekeeping, and meal preparation....
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Sandy Hook, CT

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I am energetic and love to laugh! I am a responsible, dependable, fun loving caregiver. I love to take nature walks, go to playgrounds and cook/bake with kids. I love to read and use our imaginations to create games of learning and fun. I have all the Red Cross First Aid & CPR certifications and training for Adults, Children &...
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Danbury, CT

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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a recent graduate of Quinnipiac University with a masters degree in occupational therapy. I have been actively babysitting, nannying and pet sitting for many different families for the past 8 years. I have worked at the Brookfield Parks and Rec summer camp for 3 years as well as the Wilton Riding Club summer camp for 2...
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About Me!

Sandy Hook, CT

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as fun, kind, and warm. I like working with kids because it's fun and rewarding. I make sure they feel comfortable and like a friend rather than just a job. It's rewarding to see the kids I work with get excited to see me as if it's a play date with a friend rather than a babysitter. I'm looking for a...
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Oxford, CT

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm Brianna & I've been working with children for 4 years as a daycare teacher & babysitter. I am certified in first aid, medication administration, epi-pen training, I do Early Childhood Education coursework often since it is necessary with the state. I have experience with special needs children. I mainly care for...
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