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Hello there , My name is Shannon . I hope that you and your family are well ! I am a very honest , compassionate woman with over 15 years experience working with folks with many wonderful abilities in both group home settings as well as privately; both ambulatory and non ambulatory , Verbal and nonverbal. I can assist with all...
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- $10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Specialized care
companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
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.
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.
Elaine K. says "She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during...
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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"
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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...
Stacie M. says "We only talked through email but she was very punctual and responded extremely fast! Hope to look to her in the future for any date night needs."
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- $22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I am a mother of one and grandmother of two. I have worked as a professional nanny for many years after working as a legal assistant. I have had many long-term positions - newborns, twin infants, toddler/preschool, school-age and special needs; I am blessed to still see the former families.
I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified (a...
Care Member says "Joanne was my saving grace. She was absolutely wonderful with my 2 daughters (now 6 and 13) while she was with us. Unfortunately kids grow up, but we...
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- $19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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- $22/hr
27 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked as a professional nanny for over 20 years after working as a legal assistant. I am also a mother and grandmother of two, both attending college. I am originally from Washington State with residency in Connecticut for 13 years; I currently, occasionally take care of the sweetest little boy with autism. It has been a...
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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.
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
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I'm a caring, bilingual nanny with over 7 years of experience supporting children of all ages, including infants, toddlers, and teens. I have extensive experience with special-needs care and G-tube feedings. My goal is always to create a calm, encouraging, and fun environment where kids feel safe and confident.
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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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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
Over 25 years of experience with special needs, Alzheimer's patients, hospice care , transfers, feeding, assistance bathing . I will run errands and do light housekeeping and meal prep. I am medication certified thru the state of Ct. I am CPR,& first aide certified also. Communication is very important between families and your...
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Current college student studying for a bachelor's degree. Previously worked in a daycare for 2 years where I helped all children from ages 6 weeks - 4 years, special needs, twins, bad behaviors and allergenic children. My care consisted of feeding, changing, playing, learning, and rule setting, and putting to sleep. I've always...
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...
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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...
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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Hello! My name is Desiree. I am 31 years old. I have been working with children since age 16. 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...
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 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 5 months old up to 17 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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- $16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I'm an extremely active, fun-loving mother of 6 (now adult) children and 17 grandchildren. I enjoy outdoor activities, creative play, helping out around the house and just generally caring for others. I'm an avid gardener and enjoy sharing my love for nature with both children and adults. I'm excited to spend my days seeing the...
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- $10/hr
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I have worked with children and adults with both physical and mental handicaps - both in group settings and one on one. I spent last summer working with children with chronic and fatal illnesses, many of whom had Autism Spectrum Disorders. Additionally, I nannied for the sweetest gal with CLOVES Syndrome - a rare...
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My name is Ayabulela (Aya) and I'm 29 years old. My first experience caring for those with Special Needs was with my niece. She was born deaf and that gave me a driving force to pursue my studies in Social Work. I'm an advocate for vulnerable groups (children, persons living with disabilities and seniors) and it gives...
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The average post rate is $23.00/hr as of December 2025
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Mariah M.
She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible...
- Elaine K.
Heather K.
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...
- Care member
Lynn W.
We only talked through email but she was very punctual and responded extremely fast! Hope to look to her in the future for any date night...
- Stacie M.
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