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Angel C.

Behavioral Support Assistant

Niantic, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a desire for working with people with Special needs. I worked in a school for 10 years as a special needs/behavioral support for students. I am certified in CPR by American Red Cross for children and adults, Certified in Crisis Prevention Intervention and I have 18 years Experience working with mental health patients,...
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New London, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
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...
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East Lyme, CT

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$28/hr
7 years experience
I am an experienced early childhood teacher with a passion for educating today's youth looking to obtain a position allowing me to utilize my experience and understanding of early childhood development and learning techniques in a home setting. As an adept creator of comprehensive and well-rounded curriculums that meets...
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Dietitian With Childcare Experience

Waterford, CT

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Seeking part-time or occasional work caring for children who may or may not have specific needs such as medication administration, tube feeding, autism, allergies, or other needs. I also hbave experience as a special education paraprofesdional as well.
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Charlestown, RI

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
respite care
I have been doing caregiving for the elderly for about 5 years now. I enjoy getting to hear the stories of when they were younger and hearing about their families and lives. I have worked with kids and adults with special needs for almost 20 years now and love it!
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Westerly, RI

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$15/hr
3 years experience
For the past 2 years I have worked in special education in the public school setting. I am currently a physical education teacher working at a school for special needs students elementary, middle and high school aged. I have been a one on one in the past as well as taught in a special education classroom. I have babysat children...
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Experienced PCA

Columbia, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have experience working as a PCA with my brain-injured uncle. My uncle requires a lot of support to get through his day, and I helped with that. One of his daily struggles is his memory impairment. He needs help to regulate his daily food intake and to coordinate activities. I also supported with personal care, such as;...
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Mother Of 6, Grandmother Of 17

Niantic, CT

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
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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Cabin Councilor

Groton, CT

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have 2-3 years of professional experience with people who have disabilities through a special needs camp called horizons, along with life experiences with family members who have down's syndrome and autism. I care deeply about people and would love help as much as I can :)
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Compssionate Special Needs Caregiver With Family Experience

Waterford, CT

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$14/hr
Hello there, Having grown up with family members with both Asperger Syndrome and Down's Syndrome, understanding and compassion for individuals living with these special needs was instilled at a young age. I'm high school, I got involved in an after school basketball team for special needs individuals and found it to be one of...
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New London, CT

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
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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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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Special Education K-12 Teacher Available For Part-time Caregiving

Mystic, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Special education teacher for the last 2 years in an elementary school setting. Worked with high need students as well as specific learning disabilities. Have experience working with children of all ages.
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Colchester, CT

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I have over 15 years of childcare experience, from newborns to teenagers. I was an educational assistant at a school that specializes in autism spectrum disorder as well as extreme behavioral problems for 5 years. The children/teens I worked with were low functioning and many were non-verbal and required assistance with every...
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Willimantic, CT

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$23/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi families! My name is Calli, and I'm a Health Sciences student at Eastern Connecticut State University looking to babysit before/after classes and on weekends. I have 3 years of experience with children ages 5 months - 11, including being a Lead Counselor in a YMCA after-school program. I'm patient, fun, and love keeping kids...
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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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New London, CT

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$25/hr
I have years of experience from working in group homes to working in personal clients homes. I would love to help someone in need. I would also like to learn new things and experience new things and I have a perfect reference for my last client that I was caring for who unfortunately passed away.
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Amston, CT

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$13/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am currently attending the University of Rhode Island studying special education. I have had the awesome opportunity to work one on one with Special needs students in classroom settings teaching them carries skills and knowledge as well as promoting integration of these students into regular classes. In addition I have worked...
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Emily

East Haddam, CT

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$45/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
home modification
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as happy, outgoing and uplifting! I like caring for seniors because they are a wealth of information and always have so much to offer us younger folks if we give them the time and open our minds. I'm looking for a job that allows me to help an elderly person on a daily basis. I started caring...
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Nanny/ Babysitter

Colchester, CT

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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I worked in an elementary school with special needs. I subbed for grades pre-k to high school and nannied for kids ranging from the ages of 2 months and 12 years old.
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