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Genesis A.

Hamden, CT

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$25/hr
Light cleaning
I'm a nursing student with 3 years of experience working at Hospital as a CNA/Clinical Tech/PCA. Over the years, I've gained hands-on experience caring for a wide range of individuals, including children, elderly patients, and individuals with special needs. I have also been babysitting for 5 years, which has helped me build...
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Waterbury, CT

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$26/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Ari, I'm 25 years old and live in Waterbury. I have 6 years of experience working with children of all ages and with children and adults with special needs. I am passionate about my work with children and special needs. I'd describe myself as patient, caring, kind, genuine, responsible, quick learner, hard working...
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Waterbury, CT

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Thuleleni and I am a dedicated, patient, and compassionate childcare provider with a strong passion for helping children learn, grow, and feel safe. I have 5 years of experience working with children of all ages, including infants, toddlers, school-aged children, and those with special needs. I specialize in...
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Seymour, CT

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Providing reliable, consistent support for families is my true passion. With five years of experience caring for up to three children, I offer a patient, calm, and creative environment for ages one through 12. I am very comfortable enforcing household rules and maintaining the structure you value. Whether we are playing outdoor...
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Sheron R.'s Photo

Waterbury, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
I am 43 yrs old. I have 19 yrs of experience caring for children, ages ranging from 0-3 months to 15 yrs old. My nanny/babysitting experience started with my nieces and nephew as well as neighborhood families. I am the oldest child in my family, so I always helped my mother when needed. My responsibilities included changing...
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Helping Hands

Waterbury, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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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Nanny Seeking Part or Full-time Job

Waterbury, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Nicole T.'s Photo

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
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Nicole P.'s Photo

Naugatuck, CT

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$25/hr
Errands
transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
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
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
hospice services
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 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
Companionship
mobility assistance
transportation
light cleaning
errands
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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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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Rashon W.'s Photo

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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Malissa C.'s Photo

Naugatuck, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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