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Suzanne E.

Super Nanny

Berlin, CT

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I love to help parents with every aspect of child care and homemaking. Everyone needs and extra pair of helping hands from time to time to make a busy life work!

Jama C. says "We hire Suzanne several times a year to house sit and care for our dog when we travel, She's top of the line, as far as we're concerned: trustworthy,...

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Cheshire, CT

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$29/hr
16 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
Caring for children is truly my passion. With 16 years of childcare experience, most recently as a full-time nanny, I bring reliability, patience, and a nurturing spirit. I am certified in CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration, and I have had the privilege of caring for children from infancy through school age, including...
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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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New Britain, CT

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a recent graduate of Southern Connecticut State University with my BS in Early Childhood Education and Liberal Studies with a concentration in psychology & children, family, and community studies. I also got my Associates degree in ECE in 2021 from NVCC in Waterbury. I have been working with children since 2019. I...
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Bristol, CT

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
My name is Allie. I have been babysitting for a few years now. First started babysitting my little cousin a few years ago and a little over a year ago expanded to babysitting for other families. I spend my free time at the volunteer fire station and volunteering for animals near me. I am a Firefighter and EMS cadet in...
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Bristol, CT

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$18/hr
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Lori and I'm a dedicated and nurturing caregiver with a lifelong passion for working with children from birth to age 11. As a proud mother of three and grandmother of four, I bring both personal and professional experience to every interaction. With a background that spans in home child care to child care centers...
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Terryville, CT

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I have developed and implemented programs for children on the autism spectrum as a special educator/case manager for four years. I am passionate about working with children on the spectrum who are non-verbal and helping them communicate with others; for not being able to speak does not mean you have nothing to say. I have used...
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Residential Care

Waterbury, CT

1.0(0)
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$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've been working with individuals with special needs for 5 years. I work with all functioning levels (High, Low). High and low behavioral individuals. Verbal and non-verbal. I can function wheel chair lifts and Hoyer lifts. I am caring and fun I go on outings with individuals and food shop. I cook clean and advocate. I'm DDS...
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New Britain, CT

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$16/hr
Hi, my name's Vanesa. I have over 5 years experience working in the healthcare field. I have experience caring for all ages, birth to geriatrics. I've also cared for individuals with mental and physical disabilities. I am currently a DDS residential manager and coordinator. I train direct support staff on how to properly care...
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Emergency Medical Technician & A Former Behavioral Technician Assisting Kids With Autism.

Milldale, CT

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$10/hr
Hi, I'm Jay! I enjoy being around kids and doing fun activities with them! I love going outside, doing crafts, going to the park and willing to help with homework as well. I'm currently certified by the Connecticut Department of Public Health as an Emergency Medical Technician and I work at American Medical Response. My CT. EMT...
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About Kristina!

New Britain, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Kristina! I'm a CCSU graduate with a degree in fine arts and I'd describe my personality as patient, caring and creative. I love working with children, animals and have skills cooking, cleaning, tutoring and doing fun activities like art!! My ultimate goal is to teach kids and I'd love to get more first hand experience...
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Full Or Part Time Experienced Caregiver - Available Immediately

Plainville, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I have been a nanny/caregiver for nearly 20 years. I have cared for children ranging from newborn-18, young adults, and seniors, with and without mental/physical impairments. I am CPR/first aid certified. If you are interested in speaking, I look forward to hearing from you.
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Wolcott, CT

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I am a registered behavior technician and I work at a school that provides applied behavior analysis procedures to kids diagnosed with autism. I have over 3 years of experience working with kids and about 1 year of experience working with special needs 1:1 as a behavior technician.
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Personal Care Assistant/babysitter

Newington, CT

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$24/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am a mom of a 2-year-old boy who is the love of my life. My background is in social work(I have my MSW). But since having my son my passion is in nature education and fostering children's unique abilities in line with their development. I have experience in public schools, group homes and have worked directly with...
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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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Part Time Caregiver

Bristol, CT

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
I have experience caring for seniors, children and special needs individuals. I have worked with seniors diagnosed with Alzheimer's and other disabilities. I can do light housekeeping, laundry and prepare meals as needed. I am a very caring person and really love my work with seniors. I am available on an hourly basis for spot...
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Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

New Britain, CT

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Paola. I am 24 years old, native from Puerto Rico. I am a graduate student at CCSU. Around my community I was known for being everyone's baby sitter. I've had experience with babies through teens. I've also enjoyed babysitting kids with special needs. When I was little I got the experience of having a few...
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Bristol, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Tara. I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 12 years of experience providing high-quality care across a wide range of settings. I am 29 years old and deeply passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those I care for. My background includes extensive hands-on experience...
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Compassionate LPN

Waterbury, CT

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$19/hr
6 years experience
Hello! My name is Kamesha, and I'm a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with a passion for providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients of all ages. I bring both clinical skill and a caring touch to every client I serve, ensuring their comfort, safety, and dignity at all times. My professional duties...
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Experienced Child Caregiver

Bristol, CT

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$24/hr
10 years experience
I am a mother of 2 adult daughters and have been in healthcare since 1986. Married to a General practitioner for 28yrs. We had 2 medical clinic which we managed together, until he died. I was also an ICU Nurse in Guyana until 2010 when I migrated to the USA. I worked as nursing assistant at NYWUH, full time for 4 years and was...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.78/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 2.0

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