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Nanny Seeking Part or Full-time Job

Waterbury, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
Hi! I'm Sarah, and I've always had a heart for caregiving. I have years of experience working with children of all ages-from infants to teenagers-including children with special needs. I've also been a caregiver for the elderly, which I found incredibly meaningful. In addition to caregiving, I offer pet sitting and run a small...
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Helping Hands

Waterbury, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello, I am a grandmother of two beautiful girls! While raising my daughter, I also took care of additional children in my home. I have experience working with special needs children. I am patient, kind, and understanding of children's needs. I currently work as a cafeteria manager in an elementary school. I am looking to help...
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Wallingford, CT

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$19/hr
6 years experience
I'm a special education teacher at a school in North Haven. I work with students who are medically complex. Most of which are non-speaking and utilize AAC devices. Most of my students are wheelchair users. I help feed, change, reposition, etc. I've worked as a teacher for 6 years now.
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Hamden, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
I absolutely love kids and I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I have babysat children from the age of 3 months to 14 years old. I also have experience with multiple children. I have babysat for children overnight, driving them to their various activities and helping with homework. In high school, I taught religion...
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Naugatuck, CT

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$25/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
Hi my name is Nicole and I am a dependable caring individual. Although I do not have direct senior care experience I spend most of my life caring for people. I work with special needs children and have children of my own. I am patient and compassionate. Caring for people is what I love to do!
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Seleq T.'s Photo

Naugatuck, CT

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$23/hr
5 years experience
I've worked with special needs kids for about 5 years. I have been an individual aide; giving one on one direct support to students. I am currently a teacher assistant/ behavior technician in a high intensity behavioral classroom. I have experience in ABA and also am currently going to school to become a special ed teacher.
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Babysitter/ Direct Support Professional

Waterbury, CT

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$20/hr
Hello, I am a mother to two awesome boys, ages 2 and 5. I recently relocated with my family from New Jersey to Whittier, California. I left behind my position as Habilitation Specialist/ Supervisor at a dayhab center working with Adults with Autism and other disabilities. I provided 1:1 and group care to individuals on a daily...
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Waterbury, CT

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a graduate from Connecticut Training Center in East Hartford, CT and performed my clinical phase of my training at Alexandria Manor. During this Patient Care Associate program I have studied Nurse Aide techniques, Phlebotomy, EKG, Home Health, Pharmacology, Anatomy, and Medical Terminology, CPR, and First Aid Certification....
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Naugatuck, CT

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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Nurturing a child's curiosity and growth is my greatest passion. With five years of experience caring for children, I thrive on making a positive impact in the lives of the families I support. My background in early childhood development through teaching dance and running summer camp, allows me to create engaging, safe...
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Caregiver

Waterbury, CT

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$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
light cleaning
errands
dementia
live-in home care
+ 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...
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I'll Go Above And Beyond As Long As It Remains Professional.

Waterbury, CT

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
I have been working with people for over a decade now. I've been a life skills coach, a residential manager and I now work as a Para Professional II in the school system working with children who have special needs. I'd describe my personality as reliable, calm & helpful. I like caring for seniors because I feel as things are...
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Henry B.'s Photo

Waterbury, CT

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
errands
mobility assistance
transportation
companionship
Making a difference in someone's life is what I strive for each day. My passion for supporting adults and seniors motivated me to become a caregiver. With one year of experience, I provide transportation and assist with errands and shopping. I am compassionate, friendly, and detail-oriented. I understand the importance of...
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Tonya D.'s Photo

Wolcott, CT

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$17/hr
20 years experience
For two decades, I have been taking care of children of all ages. I also became a stay-at-home mom to my special needs child. I am also experienced in autism therapy. I find joy in engaging kids with outdoor sports, board games, and educational activities.
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Waterbury, CT

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Rashon Objective To obtain a growing position of Home Health care as well as a life skills instructor where I can make the most of my patient care skills, training and experience to create a comfortable environment for residents. To assist and help develop realistic and achievable goals for individuals that will support the...
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Hamden, CT

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am an allied health provider (pediatric audiologist) with a doctorate degree and extensive childcare experience as well as experience working with children who are disabled/have special needs. In my full time job I work with children ages 0-22 years daily with a variety of needs/abilities who are deaf/hard of hearing. I...
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Naugatuck, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello. My name is Malissa. I am a honest, loving, patient, and caring certified nurses aide with 15 plus years experience. I have also worked with children with special needs (behavior programs, etc) CPR and first aid certified. Above all I am a loving, dedicated, devoted, responsible mother of 3 amazing children. Two which are...
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Lois C.'s Photo

Waterbury, CT

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I have worked in group homes (7 yrs) and Southbury Training School for 5 yrs. I have experience with children and adults with various physical, developmental, cognitive, and behavioral disabilities. I really enjoy working with clients of any age and disability and I find it very rewarding.
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Part Time Caregiver

Waterbury, CT

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Hi my name is Rebecca and I'm a fun energetic caregiver that is available weekends and evenings. I'm a certified Special education teacher and recently moved to the area to continue teaching for my 4th year. In addition, I have 7 years of experience working as a life skills instructor in a residential setting and supported...
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Experienced Special Needs Care Provider

Naugatuck, CT

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$28/hr
4 years experience
I have been caring for children for over 15 years. For the last 4+ years I have been working at a school for special needs children as an instructional aide in a classroom. I help support the students and tailor the lessons according to the child's developmental stage. The children I work with range in age from 4 years to 10...
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Genienne G.'s Photo

Southington, CT

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$25/hr
24 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello. *Pro Nanny that has a current FT nanny position. I am very fortunate to have such an amazing job/family.* Over 20 years experience in childcare and special needs. Newborn to high school age. *Specializing in infants and toddlers.*I have worked in Special Education for many years and have prior Nanny experience.* I feel...
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