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I have experience working with children with some challenges. I have experience in learning, social and emotional fields.
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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.
Julia C.
New London, CT
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Former Children's Museum Educator With Tons Of Caretaking Experience
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I am the eldest of 13 Cousins and have been baby sitting for as long as I can remember unofficially, and in a more formal capacity once I turned 15. I have experience caring for newborns all the way up to middle schoolers, and I have a great deal of experience with special needs and spectrum children as well. I am comfortable...
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"Julia is absolutely wonderful. She is thoughtful, communicative, punctual, and trustworthy. She approaches babysitting with supreme professionalism and genuine care. Our daughter really took to her and so did...
Reviewed by Leigh S.
Nicole S.
Exeter, RI
$20-28/hr • 20 yrs exp
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I am a mature, responsible, reliable and energetic person with exceptional childcare skills. Experienced Caring for Newborn -elderly, medically fragile, Special needs, OCD, ADHD and Dementia/Alzheimer's
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"She is caring and professional at all times."
Reviewed by Rene G.
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I'm Courtney. I live in Richmond with my husband and sweet little boys (1 & 3 y/o).
I currently work in a daycare center and am looking to lessen my commute - (I drive 40+ minutes).
I'd also like to go back to the roots of what I truly love - caring for families in a home setting. I am hoping to find a family that...
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"Courtney worked part time in my home for me watching my twin boys (age 5) until Covid. She was always on time, engaging and educational-oriented. She took the boys to the playgrounds, parks and library. She was...
Reviewed by Kristin B.
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I worked for the YMCA "School's Out" program for 5yrs. In this role I worked with children grades K-6 at a ratio of 3 staff to 30 kids. I also have 10+ years experience babysitting, including for families of special needs children. I worked for a nanny agency as well as through private pay. Now I work at a local daycare at a...
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Hi! My name is Mikaela and I hold a Master's Degree in School Counseling and currently work as full-time high school counselor. I am looking for some possible evening babysitting as well as weekend and/or date night jobs!
I have many years of experience with children of all ages from 6 weeks to teenagers and watching up to 5...
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Currently, I am finishing up my last year of grad school at Springfield College, but am living at home in East Haddam. I have 8 younger brothers and sisters, so I've been surrounded by babies and children my entire life! I've watched children as young as 2 months old, to as old as 14. When I am home, I work as a care giver for...
Anne C.
Old Lyme, CT
$20/hr
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I am a responsible, empathetic, and detail oriented person willing to help individuals and families with tasks to help better their lives.
I have experience caring for children with special needs as well as seniors with health challenges.
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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Behavior - Applied Behavior Analysis.
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I can certainly understand only too well the needs of senior
care as I also have a Mother (82) and experiencing all the same situations as you have incurred. It is a tough battle and you need to be sensitive to their needs which I have a great deal of knowledge in. I find that I have a personal sense as to what they are...
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I am a wife of 35 years and a mother of two children, ages 30 and 26. I have worked within the school system for 6 years with ages k-12. I have worked with children and adults of all levels including special needs. I am a very organized and clean person. You will find me very dependable and reliable. I am fluent in both English...
Meghan B.
Plainfield, CT
$14-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello! I have worked in residential homes for special needs clients as well as for elderly clients. I am patient and attentive and thoroughly enjoy helping and taking care of people.
Erin P.
Waterford, CT
$10-15/hr
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Hi there!
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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Hi, I'm Emily! I have worked with children for the past 17 years. I have experience as a babysitter, camp counselor and an educator. I have an associates degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant and a bachelors in Physical Education. I love being outside, playing games and actively engaging children. I have experience with...
Brianna C.
New London, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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...
Jessica H.
New London, CT
$15-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
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I have experience caring for special needs individuals and seniors in their homes, assisting with errands, money management, cleaning, meal prep, and grocery shopping. I have passion for helping people become the best person they can be. I also have experience as a program director at a vocational agency who serves adults and...
Margaret F.
Westerly, RI
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Experienced healthcare support worker with a demonstrated history in varied roles in healthcare and human services. 20 years experience working with the elderly and developmentally disabled of all ages. Well-developed bedside manner. Strong, self-motivated professional.
I'm pet-friendly, have my own transportation, am a...
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I found that I was passionate about teaching special needs children during my internship in college. I worked with special needs children for 3 years including working one on one with a child with Down Syndrome in his home for two years.
Jhanira V.
New London, CT
$21-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Preston, CT
Julia C.
5.0
Julia did awesome with my boys, they get very excited when we let them know she is coming to look after them. I am so happy we found such a kind, caring, and dependable person to watch over my little ones when mom and dad need a night away.
- Marissa G.
Nicole S.
5.0
She is caring and professional at all times.
- Rene G.
Courtney G.
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Courtney worked part time in my home for me watching my twin boys (age 5) until Covid. She was always on time, engaging and educational-oriented. She took the boys to the playgrounds, parks and library. She was a pleasure to work with and my boys love her.
- Kristin B.
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