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Savannah C.

Outgoing, Good With Children, Personable, Patient, And Creative

Pomfret Center, CT

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
9 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Savannah and I'm a 2019 high school graduate. I've just returned from living in the UK for 6 months working as an Au Pair! I currently work at a daycare as the head preschool teacher and was the head infant teacher before I made my move to the UK. I've worked there for 3 years :) I started working with children at a young...

Chelsie F. says "Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she...

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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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Part-time Caregiver.

Gales Ferry, CT

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
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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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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Devoted Care-giver By Nature

Foster, RI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
light cleaning
dementia
My name is Denise. I began my care-taking career by taking care of my father, a disabled Korean war vet with PTSD. Years later my mother was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and diabetes. I treasured caring for her until the end of her journey. I also raised three children with special needs. Through these experiences I realized...

Lori S. says "I have met dozens of caregivers over the past five years since my mom has needed full-time help. I can say without hesitation that Denise is on my "A List"...

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Part-time Caregiver

Gales Ferry, CT

5.0(0)
from
$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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Energetic Care Giver Seeking An Opportunity To Help!

Storrs Mansfield, CT

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Since taking early retirement late last year, I have been helping my dad (age 94) and his wife. My dad has had increased difficulty getting around and had lost a good deal of his short term memory. I've helped with meal preparation, cleaning, and I have driven them to medical appointments and helped them with errands. I have...
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Ledyard, CT

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Nurturing young minds is my passion. With 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, I offer a calm and patient approach to childcare. My background includes a college degree, Early Childhood Education (ECE) coursework, and experience with special needs children. I am comfortable caring...

Joanna B. says "Savannah is a classroom teacher at my agency. She is unflappable. Her calm is contagious. One of her greatest traits is how she can really quickly “get”...

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Caregiver

Windham, CT

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I have many years of experience I worked with visiting nurses, hospice, rehabilitation etc. I am very easy-going very easy to get along with and take pride in my work. I have experience with ADLs I am CPR, first aid, EpiPen, med certified.
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Willimantic, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I have been caring for seniors, special needs, for 40 years. I have worked in nursing homes, in home care, private in home care, live-in care. Tasks include am care, pm care, meal prep, feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting, transportation, light house keeping, laundry, food shopping, companionship, I am very passionate about...
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Hope, RI

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
I have been babysitting since I was 13. I am 13 and 16 years older than my siblings and have been babysitting them their whole lives. I also am currently a paraprofessional in a special need elementary classroom so I have a range of experience of working with children of different ages and needs. I am comfortable enforcing and...
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Certified Special Education Teacher Available For Part-time Care

Gales Ferry, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am a Certified K-12 Special Education Teacher taking a break from the classroom after the birth of my son. I have worked with diversely able children who require a variety of special assistance, ranging from behavioral support to physical aid over the past five years as an educator. I pride myself on my ability to meet...
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Hope Valley, RI

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$17/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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Part-time Caregiver

Coventry, RI

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Work as a PATH Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor for a Special Needs Riding Program. Also have worked as a Personal Care Attendant through Cerebral Palsy of Massachusetts.
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Uncasville, CT

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 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 grandchild that that is approaching 5 that I've cared for until he started daycare. I am looking for a long term position in which I am able to watch...
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Full Time Care Giver Available

South Windham, CT

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Over the past few years I've had amazing experiences being able to support people with developmental/intellectual disabilities including non-verbal. For over a year I help others work on their life/social skills to help them progress and work on their own personal goals.
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Uncasville, CT

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$20/hr
16 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
For over 10 years, I've enjoyed in nurturing children's growth and development. My motivation stems from positive babysitting and nannying experiences and a genuine desire to support families by providing reliable care. I'm patient, creative, and approachable, ensuring a safe and fun environment for your child/children. I am...
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Willimantic, CT

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$23/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi, I'm Judith and very enthusiastic in child care. I am a regular teacher / Special Needs with over 5 years experience as a nanny of ages 4- 9. I also possess a Pediatric First Aid Certificate. I believe every child is unique and deserves to be supported in their growth and development, and I enjoy helping them learn and grow...
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Coventry, RI

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a caring and compassionate support professional with experience working with individuals across the lifespan. I have provided respite and direct support services for individuals with special needs, supporting daily living skills, community engagement, and emotional well-being. I also have experience as a nanny for a young...
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Morning Nanny Available

Chaplin, CT

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi, my name is Laura! I have cared for children from newborn-15 years old. My job duties included caring for the children along with picking up after them, doing laundry and dishes, making meals, taking them for hair cuts and doctor appointments, taking them to their daily activities and keeping them entertained throughout the...
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Special Needs Caregivers in Plainfield, CT are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Savannah C.

Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her...

- Chelsie F.

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

Joann R.

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...

- Care member

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