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Riverside, CT

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$17/hr
I am currently in college for a social work major and minor in psychology. Future, I would like to work with families and children in the healthcare field. I am outgoing and willing to try new opportunities.
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Riverside, CT

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
Hi! My name is Shauntel. I am licensed social worker and I love to spend time with kids . I have experience with kids ages of 4-18 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and experience in counseling as well. I like to have fun with children and do activities. If interested please do not hesitate to message...
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Med Tech

White Plains, NY

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
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My name is Cinthia I am 22 years of age and I have been working in the medical field for over 5 years now. I have plenty of experience working with seniors. I was a caregiver/medtech at Paramount Senior Living Facility for 3 years. I have experience working with dementia and special needs patients. I hope I will be a good fit...

Samantha G. says "Care didn't give me the option to review for childcare, but this is a nanny review! Cinthia was absolutely amazing! She helped care for my daughter from...

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Fun, Loving Nanny

Norwalk, CT

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
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I'm a fun, loving nanny and have 10 years of experience. I get to know each child individually, because not one child is alike. I have my own car that I keep clean at all times to provide the best environment for the little ones. I take pride in my job so you can count on me to always show up with a smile on my face. I also am...

Heather D. says "Emily has helped us out with before school child care this school year. Our girls love her. She is extremely patient and kind. Absolutely recommend...

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Norwalk, CT

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
Hello, my name is Dayanna. I worked with infants and toddlers for the past 18 years. I worked at a child daycare center and for private families. I have a CDA (Child Development Associate) certificate plus 30 ECE (Early Childhood Education) credits and the ECE certificate attending classes for the associates. I am also certified...

Stefanie J. says "Dayanna is very caring and loving to our children. She works incredibly hard and takes her job and responsibilities very seriously. She is polite and...

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Nanny

Norwalk, CT

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 25 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
I know English and Spanish, and I am currently studying Japanese! I have 9 years of experience in childcare. Alongside my commitment to child development, I am a certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant and the Owner and CEO of the Connecticut Center of Pediatric Consulting and Childcare Services (CCPCCS). Additionally, I studied...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Solange who cared for my 2.5 year old son. She was super engaged with him and really invested in teaching through fun activities. My...

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Souls In Need

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience
Iam the daughter of a doctor, a surgeon, I use to go visit people with my dad, since I was a little girl. he is 75, he still helping others, and I will do the same way, never retired. I have experience with Alzheimer's all stages, down syndrome, autistics, quadriplegics, lime brain disorder, aggressive alcoholics, blind people,...

Joan R. says "We hired Lila to manage our home 8 or 9 years ago. Lila does everything and is wonderful to work with-helpful, dependable, honest, and a self-starter. 5...

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Esli M.'s Photo

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
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$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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I really love to be around kids, I have 17 & 13 boys. I do understand what it means to love, care, teach, and make sure our kids are good & happy. I worked as a professional caregiver for great families for many years since I came to this country ( 23 years ago), and still keep a good relationship with all of them. I worked at...

Care Member says "Esli has been a WONDERFUL caregiver to our 2 year old daughter. She has been with our family for a little over a year and we have a great flow - we love...

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Maria H.'s Photo

Bayville, NY

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hi! My name is Maria, and I am a mom of three grown children .. I have taken care of children of all ages, as well as special needs for over 15yrs. I have a lot of energy and truly love my job! I have excellent references available! Thank you!

Kaitlyn T. says "We were so blessed to have Maria watch our girls! We were so sad to hear she moved! Highly recommend and will be greatly missed!"

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Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Stamford, CT

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
6 years experience
I have a teenage son with ASD and I have been working with children with special needs for the last six years. Having had a special needs child has transformed my life, and I am deeply committed to working with children and their families. Without the support, my son would not be where he is, so the second half of my life is...
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Hi My Name Is Monica

Norwalk, CT

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
8 years experience
I have experience in taking care of newborns and toddlers. I have experience in giving baths, changing diapers, walking, and feeding children. I personally have 4 children of my own the ages from 14 - 40 years and I have 3 grandchildren. In the past I've taken care of special needed children. I took care of a 9 months old boy...

Dennis C. says "Monica is a highly respected professional care giver. She has integrity, is compassionate, highly skilled , trustworthy ,caring and very personable....

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Part Time After School Or Before School Provider.

White Plains, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have also worked with Special Needs Children and Adults. I am Certified By The State with Background checks in force and up to date. I am presently not available on Tuesdays or Thursday afternoons from 3 p.m. to 730 p.m.
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Monica S.'s Photo

Mamaroneck, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
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I'm a single mother to three kids and a grandmother to one child. I have experience in being a teachers aide to children with special needs. I am looking to help out a family who will need someone to depend on.
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Cynthia S.'s Photo

Norwalk, CT

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$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
Hi! My name is Cynthia, and I'm reaching out because I'm very interested in your childcare position! I have over 15 years of childcare experience, caring for children from newborns through school age. My background includes nannying, newborn and infant care, toddler development, preschool experience, and working with children...
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Creative And Fun Nanny

Stamford, CT

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
5 years of experience RBT Trained | Behavioral Support Specialist Spanish & English Speaker Hello, my name is Micaela Reyes. I am currently seeking a new opportunity supporting children, adolescents, or adults on the autism spectrum in Connecticut. I have experience in behavioral and special needs support, providing...
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Elementary Special Education Teacher Looking For Part-Time Job

Mamaroneck, NY

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$25/hr
16 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
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Hi! My name is Molly S. I am a 31-year-old NYS-certified Elementary Special Education Teacher with a strong academic background, holding both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree from Manhattan College. I bring over 5 years of classroom teaching experience in the New York City Department of Education, where I taught 6th grade...
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Danielle C.'s Photo

Cos Cob, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
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I have been an early childhood teacher and administrator for 17 years - for the Board of Education in NY and in CT and different early childhood centers. I have taught special needs and ELL. I have been a full-time live in and out nanny in CT and NYC for five years. I have a Master's degree in Early Education and Creative...
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Child Care Bio

Stamford, CT

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$26/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Ondina. I know a little bit of English not too much, and I am fluent in Spanish. I have a lot of years caring for kids and special needs children. I have experience changing diapers, cooking, bathing babies, and giving care and love to all children. I love watching movies, dancing Zumba and watering my plants.
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Taylor S.'s Photo

Stamford, CT

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$17/hr
1 year experience
My name is Taylor and I have always felt a calling in life to offer help to people who need it. While I have dealt with my own invisible disorder, I've learned the importance of empathy, listening, support, and doing what you can, when you can. I'm in school part time at a community college for now and I work full time as an...
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Teach For Kids

Darien, CT

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$21/hr
7 years experience
I am an extremely careful, reliable person with a sense of joy and love for special children and adults . I really like to protect and take care of them, give them my attention and take care of myself.
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Special Needs Caregivers in Riverside, CT are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Cinthia S.

Care didn't give me the option to review for childcare, but this is a nanny review! Cinthia was absolutely amazing! She helped care for my...

- Samantha G.

Emily R.

Emily has helped us out with before school child care this school year. Our girls love her. She is extremely patient and kind. Absolutely...

- Heather D.

Dayanna B.

Dayanna is very caring and loving to our children. She works incredibly hard and takes her job and responsibilities very seriously. She is...

- Stefanie J.

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