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Hiromi T.

Oakville, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have 2 kids raised experience. Both kids are and were in the good school, love kids both girls and Boys
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Jillian C.

Oakville, CT

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 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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Allison D.

Child care.

Oakville, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! nurturing young minds is my passion. I am currently earning my graduate degree in elementary education and intern at a local elementary school. Previously I have had experience running after school programs, teen leadership groups, and infant/ toddler care and preschool age classrooms. I also have experience working with...
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Theresa M.

Waterbury, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Respite care
dementia
personal care
I've worked with Special needs for 16 years and 5 years doing private care with dementia, I'm Patient, flexible with hours and I love my job

Danielle G. says "Theresa is very kindhearted. She loves to help people in need. I know I can rely on her. She's hard working and very reliable."

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Theresa M.

Waterbury, CT

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I've worked in the special needs Field for 16 years, and I also take care of an elderly couple which one of them has dementia, I am compassionate caring and love what I do I am a caretaker and I also know sign language
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Christina B.

Waterbury, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi, I am 31 and have been working with children since 14, first privately, working for family friends and so on and then on to working in day care setting and becoming a mother myself. I have taken an early childhood development course and was CPR trained at the day care I worked in. I have experience with preemie children, up...

Jeanette N. says "Christina was a great asset to our family. She was warm and engaging with our son. He felt comfortable with her right away. She was very flexible with...

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Ryan T.

Naugatuck, CT

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Childcare is my craft. I have experience with infants, toddlers, teens, special needs. I believe in going above and beyond for my families as children are my passion in life. Safety, well being and education are my top priorities for children I work with. Along with lots of fun!

Care Member says "Ryan is a fantastic nanny! She provides all inclusive services for our family - primarily watching our youngest from the time he was 5 months old to...

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Tyla S.

Fun And Trustworthy Mom Of Two Looking To Babysit/nanny

Naugatuck, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I know how hard it can be to trust someone new with your little ones because I am a mom too. Rest assured that I will give the same love, care and attention to your children that I would my own. I like to play and dance to music, arts and crafts, play outside, do a sensory activity or maybe even bake a special treat. I have...

Care Member says "I don’t have enough good things to say about Tyla! I was really worried bringing someone on to watch my only baby, but as soon as I met her she put me...

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Jamie B.

Waterbury, CT

4.6(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi beautiful families! I'm a South African nanny/babysitter, permanently residing in New York. I totally adore kids so it's not really a job to me. My experiences include au pair, live-in nanny, babysitter & special needs. Cared for Newborn boy/girl twins & their 2-year-old sister. Newborn & her 3 y/o brother. 18-24-month-old...

Alexa M. says "Jamie fit right into our family life. Her temperament is wonderful - she's kind, sweet, and she had such a calming influence on our son as she cared for...

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Sara H.

Occasional Babysitter Who Can't Wait To Meet You!

Plymouth, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Sara, I have been professionally working with infants through young adults for 9 years now including those with special needs! (I have a 2. 5-year-old sweet boy who goes with me to my current job) A bit about me. I grew up in the Silicon Valley area of California where I babysat multiple families, worked as an...

Luka K. says "I cannot express enough how grateful I am for the exceptional care provided by Sara. From the moment she walked through the door, it was evident that she...

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Alyssa I.

Terryville, CT

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Ever since I was 16 years old I started working at a nursing home doing dietary aid. My mother is an RN and works there as well. Over the years I have learned so much about being around people who need extra care. I am responsible, and respectful, I cook and clean and I love a good chat. I have my own vehicle and I don't mind...
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Holli D.

Experienced Nanny Looking To Care For Your Child(ren) F/T Or P/T

Bristol, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Holli. I have a degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education as well as some graduate courses completed. I have experience in a variety of classrooms with children from preschool through fifth grade and I have nannied/babysat for children ranging from newborn to 10 years of age. I spent a year volunteering...

Kylie O. says "Holli was my Nanny for many years. She is a smart, dependable and is great with children. Her exceptional knowledge with child education Enables her to...

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Jacquelene C.

Child/adult Care Worker

Waterbury, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Good Day: I've worked with various children & adults over 10 yes+ in need of care fro autism, adhd, blind, wheelchair, Hoyerlift assist with am/pm care. Vital signs engage in recreational activities, cook house cleaning, observe meds. Communicating with family on progress I look forward to being a great support and hearing from...

Edward M. says "Jacqueleene has been an absolute treasure. Very loyal, very punctual never have to worry about her not showing up haven't gone through many aids I could...

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Crystal D.

Perfect Match

Naugatuck, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
My name is Crystal and I've currently been a CNA for 16 years (13 in a nursing home taking care of trachea /vent patients with underlying issues). I have experience with a. m/p. m care, incontinence care, feeds ( weather it be orally or g-tube), CPR/ first aid, ADL's, transfers ( ranging from stand pivot, 2 person assist, slide...

Care Member says "Always prompt Considerate, respectful always a positive attitude "

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Betzaida S.

Child Care

Plymouth, CT

4.5(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
Hi, my name is Betzaida but my middle name is Princess and that is what I go by. I have been in the childcare field for about 18+ years. I absolutely adore kids and I take care of them as I would my own CPR first aid and med certificate with special needs and I work with kids of all ages. If you would love to learn more about me...
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Linda G.

Linda's Blessed Hand's

Naugatuck, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My experiences as a Caregiver has given me the opportunity to learn about the personal needs of others. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situation. I have experience with Paraplegic, Mental Health Population, Cerebral Palsy, Children, Elderly, Physical Disabilities, Intellectual...

Lili K. says "Linda learns quickly. She is respectful, joyful and energetic. She engages my daughter and makes her smile and laugh. She is loving and attentive to needs...

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Kealeboga R.

Caregiver

Waterbury, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
live-in home care
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I have over 5 years working with the seniors being in their private homes or assisted living facilities. Working with Hoyer lifting, ventilators and other special needs as per client requirements. Worked with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Covid patients , wheelchair bound and companionship. I recently got my second booster...

Care Member says "Kealeboga was recommended to us via the hospice sgency. He cared for my husband through the last months of his struggle with Alzheimer's disease. His...

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Leida L.

Waterbury, CT

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Personal care
meal prep
home modification
light cleaning
Leida holds a degree in education, specializing in the compassionate care of children with special needs.
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Leida L.

Professional Caregiver

Waterbury, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have 25 years experience as a language therapist and teacher for kids with special needs. I only speak Spanish but manage really well with translator app.
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Shannon O.

Childcare Teacher

Naugatuck, CT

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have worked in childcare for over 10 years. I have experience with all ages starting as young as newborns. I also have experience with special needs children. I am CPR and first aid certified.
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Special Needs Caregivers in Oakville, CT are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Theresa M.

Theresa is very kindhearted. She loves to help people in need. I know I can rely on her. She's hard working and very reliable.

- Danielle G.

Christina B.

Christina was a great asset to our family. She was warm and engaging with our son. He felt comfortable with her right away. She was very...

- Jeanette N.

Ryan T.

Ryan is a fantastic nanny! She provides all inclusive services for our family - primarily watching our youngest from the time he was 5...

- Care member

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