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Kaitlyn P.

Special Education Teacher

Sherman, CT

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I worked with special education students as a paraprofessional during my time in graduate school. I've recently received my Master's degree in special education after wrapping up student teaching with 8th grade special education students in an urban setting. I especially love learning from my students and watching them overcome...
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New Fairfield, CT

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$17/hr
Hello! My name is Gabriella! I have a lot of experience as a caretaker and nanny for young children. I love being in the helping role for other people. I consider myself a calm, kind and patient human being. I have a flexible schedule! If you have not found anyone yet please let me know. Sincerely Gabriella
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Empty Nester Available To Watch Your Children!

New Fairfield, CT

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I live in New Fairfield and am a mom of 21-year-old twins. As an empty nester, I miss being around children and would love the opportunity to care for your child(ren)! I am currently available for the summer, so I'd love to be able to put my parenting skills to good use! I also have years of experience working with adults...
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New Milford, CT

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$17/hr
Light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
errands
transportation
Hi I am a college student at the university of Connecticut hoping to join the pre-med path. I am CPR certified and am also an emt. I have worked in the hospital ER for two years, due to Covid I decided to take a break. I am comfortable with caring for children, special needs, and helping out elderly. I am very patient,...
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Student Advocate

Gaylordsville, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Children need to be surrounded with positivity in order to truly develop, not only in academics. My level of care, dedication, and patience paired with assertiveness and management of behaviors are strengths. Working together as a team, with parents/guardians too, will make this a success.
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LPN.

Poughquag, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I've been a Lpn for 35 plus years. I have a vast amount of expierence with all age groups. Looking to care for you or your loved ones
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Nanny-Live Out Available

New Milford, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I began volunteering at my local Cerebral Palsy Center when I was 14 yrs old, and continued volunteering, eventually landing employment as a teacher and client coordinator there. That was where it all started. I have since worked with adults and children with Autism, MS, Down Syndrome, etc. I am a Speech/Language...
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Experienced Babysitter/Big Sister

Poughquag, NY

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
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I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I started as a mother's helper to my aunt and still babysit her kids today. In the past I babysat my little brother when my mom went back to work. I have experience watching multiple kids of different ages as well kids with special needs. I enjoy interacting with kids, doing...
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Experience Sitter Looking For Part Time Job

Pawling, NY

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$22/hr
5 years experience
With seven years of experience caring for the elderly and five years driving children and special needs adults as a school bus driver, I've developed patience, safety awareness, and a nurturing approach-qualities essential for childcare. As a bus driver, I ensured children felt safe, listened to, and cared for, especially...
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Patient Miracle Worker

Wingdale, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I am the mother of two children on the Autism Spectrum and through hard work got both to speak. One now attends college and the other lives at home with us as unfortunately she is not as high functioning. For our daughter I ran an at home ABA program for nearly a decade. I know the challenge, effort and patience it takes to help...
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Nanny/Babysitter Available

Bridgewater, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Madeline. I am looking for babysitting jobs after school or on Saturday nights for date night. I am also happy to help with pets, cooking dinner, & cleaning. I began babysitting and training to be a summer camp counsellor at 13. I was hired at the camp as a counsellor when I was 16, where I continued to work...
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Pawling, NY

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Mary Carolyn (Carly) and I have a rich background in childcare, having cared for children aged 0-13, worked with special needs clients aged 8-23, and worked as a nanny for a3-month-old. Additionally, I worked as a private piano teacher for a home school group and enjoy implementing music in the lives of kids. Currently I...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Brookfield, CT

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$17/hr
8 years experience
I am currently a resource teacher for students in kindergarten through 3rd grade. I have experience working with students in middle and high school as well. I have a background in Autism and Developmental delays.
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Patterson, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I have had the opportunity to care for autistic kids. I have helped in different levels, driving to therapists and other activities.
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Reliable Trustworthy And Kind

New Fairfield, CT

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Hello there, My name is Eric, and I have over 8+ years experience as a caregiver! I am professional when it comes to taking care of your loved ones. I believe having a positive attitude can make all the difference. I have my own transportation and a very flexible schedule. Please feel free to message me! Thanks, and I look...
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RBT Certified

New Fairfield, CT

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$30/hr
I am currently an RBT for a public school and work with behavioral and autistic children daily. I have 3 years experience working with behavior and autistic children. I would like to extend my work schedule through the summer and help a family who is in need of child care.

SAHM Available To Help Out

New Milford, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a mom of 3 and a former special needs preschool teacher. I have a masters in education, and am NYS certified. I love kids, and pets! I love working with children, and have experience in both special and general education. I have basically worked with kids my whole life, and am a mom to 3 of my own (8, 6 and 3 years old). I...
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Special Needs

Brookfield, CT

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$17/hr
In 2019 I was an intern for 4 weeks in South Africa where I assisted in gross motor development for children with autism, cerebral palsy and down syndrome. In May of 2022 I went back to South Africa to intern at School for Autistic Learners, where I worked under the supervision of the occupational therapist. I led group...

Experienced Childcare Worker Who's Passion Is Kids

New Milford, CT

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 8 years of professional childcare experience in the New Milford school district, but I've been working with children since I was 13 helping to run art camps for the Village Center for the Arts. I don't mind helping with travel or grocery shopping, and I also have experience in catering and a passion for cooking and baking...

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