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Sara R.

Reliable And Energetic

Uncasville, CT

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have 10+ years experience as an instructional assistant in an elementary school working with children from ages 3 to 11, including special needs. I have 2 grown children and a 19-month-old grandchild that I've cared for since birth. I am looking for a long term position in which I am able to watch your children grow and get to...

Care Member says "Sara has been our nanny for about 5 months now and she is amazing! My son gets so excited to see her every time she walks in the door!! She follows his...

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Part-time Caregiver

Gales Ferry, CT

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
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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Babysitter Available

Norwich, CT

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Experienced Educated Professional

Norwich, CT

5.0(1)
from
$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"

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After School Care/dog Care/babysitting

Quaker Hill, CT

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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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Niantic, CT

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$17/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
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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Mother Of 6, Grandmother Of 17

Niantic, CT

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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Wakefield, RI

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$20/hr
1 year experience
My son needed special care as a younger child but has made such wonderful progress through Early Intervention services that he no longer needs special education. I am grateful for special needs providers and would like to assist other families with the care of their special needs loved ones.
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Fun Nanny

Norwich, CT

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
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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$20/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
meal prep
respite care
+ 1 more
4 year's experience as a nurse with dementia patients and elderly. Previously a caregiver for special needs elderly in Massachusetts.
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New London, CT

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$21/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
I would describe myself as a responsible, caring and fun person. I love kids and I enjoy babysitting! I have 4 years of experience working with kids. I have worked as an intervention specialist and tutor for special needs children. My most recent job was as a special education teacher. I'm also bilingual and always do my best in...
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New London, CT

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$45/hr
5 years experience
I have worked in Group home and recently graduated Nursing school. Im familiar with meal preparations, transportations (ADLs) for clients. I'm willing to drive the client to and from appointments, organize and male appointment as well. Im well orientated on redirecting young adults and children. Every child is unique and have...
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Taftville, CT

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
meal prep
respite care
+ 1 more
I've been doing home care for about 4 years now. I have experience with hospice, dementia, special needs, etc.
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Hope Valley, RI

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$13/hr
6 years experience
Hello, my name is Lexi Joy ! I'm a reliable, energetic, patient, loving person. I have been in the caregiving field for over 10 years and have a lot of experience in all types of care, including care for children, seniors, and adults/ children with autism/ development & intellectual disabilities. I have experience working as...
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Compassionate Direct Support Professional

Jewett City, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Former LPN with over 20 years experience working directly with geriatric, individuals with intellectual disabilities, respiratory & pediatric populations. I've spent the last two years working as a nanny. I am also a Certified Labor Doula. I am CPR/First Aid, PMT certified, Medication Administration Certified through the State...
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Winter Break Babysitting

Wakefield, RI

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Hi! I'm Maddy and I've worked with children for 6+ years through babysitting, offering transportation, school-based fieldwork, animal-assisted therapy, and as a Behavioral Technician for kids with special needs. I recently earned my master's in Occupational Therapy and am CPR/First Aid certified, with advanced training in...
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I Am Here To Help Provide Companionship While Assiting With Daily Activities!

Norwich, CT

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
dementia
I am new to this site, however, I am not new to senior care as I have 4 years of prior experience. I have both personal and professional experience with behavioral health and individuals with special needs. I am CPR and CPI trained through my previous employment as a Mental Health Worker at an inpatient hospital. I have...
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Early Intervention Associate

Niantic, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I am coming up on two years of experience working with children with Autism Spectrum disorder. It has become a passion of mine, prompting me to pursue a Master's Degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis, with a concentration in ASD. Although there is always more to learn, I have a lot of experience working with kiddos and teaching...
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Montville, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi families! My name is Mercedes. I bring over a decade of diverse experience in childcare, education, and special needs support. I am currently a paraprofessional at a local middle school and pursuing a dual Bachelor's in Special and Elementary Edu. Throughout my career, I've worked as a nanny, toddler teacher, PCA, and cheer...
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Taftville, CT

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$18/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I'm very outgoing patient caring great with kids and animals I have 3 years working with special needs adults and kids. I'm willing to take care of given tasks and ensure your kids receive appropriate care and support.

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Sara R.

Sara has been our nanny for about 5 months now and she is amazing! My son gets so excited to see her every time she walks in the door!! She...

- Care member

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

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