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Elizabeth N.
Woodstock, CT
$30-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I am a very patient, kind, and responsible caregiver. I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have a passion for helping children learn, grow and explore this world.
I have worked with children, teens and adults with autism and other disabilities. Including working as a special education teacher...
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Hi I'm Sammy!
Over the years I have worked with kids of different ages! I have done both babysitting including light house duties. As well as ABA for the last 6 years. In ABA I have experience in kids with disabilities as well. Working on language, social skills, toileting, dressing , cleaning, life skills, etc. I'd describe my...
Breanna N.
Dudley, MA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello I'm Bre! I've been nannying for 4 years now and I have fallen in love with it. I have experience working with special needs kids, so I know how to give a little extra attention and care when needed. I also ran an after school program for grades K-4 so know how to be kept on my toes! I'm looking for a family that is easy...
Brynn K.
Woodstock, CT
$14-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have worked with special needs children in sports programs, tutored many middle school and high school students, and have been babysitting children of all ages for about 4 years now.
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I have baby-sat a girl for 4 years who has Down's syndrome. She is now 16 years old and I have been watching her since she was 12. I also have taught yoga for the past three months at Life Skills, a non-profit organization which provides a wide variety of services to individuals with developmental, physical, and emotional...
Alison B.
Webster, MA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! I currently work in Special Education and have over 5 years of experience in the field. Along with this I have specific experience in ABA. I'd love to talk more if you think I'd be a good fit.
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Caring for children under the age of 7 for 7 years. Have had past experience with ADHD for 10+ years. In the process of renewing CPR/first aid certification.
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I am NOT, a company that is reaching out looking to hire people! I am my own person, just looking for some extra work during the week! And also, I would like to stick with a family that is consistent and is willing to stay with me as well. That is my main goal of making the profile!
Hello! My name is Savannah, and I'm just...
Chloe B.
Pascoag, RI
$16-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am a 30-year-old mother to a 6-year-old boy. My jobs have consisted of nannying for 3 years, working in a learning center (all ages, but primarily toddlers) for 3 years and I was a behavior therapist working with children with autism spectrum disorder for 3 years. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I love kids ! I have...
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Hi! Over the years I have worked as a child/adult care provider, specializing in Special Needs. I have provided one on one care for kids, teens, and adults with a wide array of disabilities which include Behavioral Intervention, Management, and Modification. I have excellent references and would prefer to work 1:1. My skills are...
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"Holly cared for my son who has special needs...medical, social/emotional, and educational. She was very responsible and reliable. He quickly built trust with her and his skills improved in her care."
Reviewed by Kathleen C.
Krista K.
Hopedale, MA
$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Having a fun and friendly babysitter is crucial to a child's care therefore that's why I intend to be both! Playing games is my favorite and I will be happy to play them all day. I've taken the hospital babysitting courses and know how to act in an emergency and how to engage with children, I am CPR certified through the...
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I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I am also a professional chef and a parent. What better combination could you get in a caregiver! Since retiring I have provided child care for several families, including homeschooling a 3rd and 8th...
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"Frank has been a great addition to our family. He is kind, caring, patient and understanding. I am a single mom and Frank came on board to help out with after school care for my now 9 and 14 year old...
Reviewed by Nicole G.
Nancy L.
Uxbridge, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello my Name is Nancy!
I have over 20 years of experience caring for children from newborn to teen. I have years of professional in center experience as an EEC certified infant/toddler and Preschool teacher as well as a Nanny. I homeschooled my own children for many years also. I have experience with multiples, preemies, and...
Bendu S.
Worcester, MA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have 10+ years experience caring for individuals with special needs. This field has brought me to know family. I enjoy working and making long lasting relationship.
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"Bendu has been the most wonderful help for my sister who has special needs! She is great with communication, has lots of experience, and willing to help with any needs my sister has including assisting with...
Reviewed by Joanna B.
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I'd Describe my personality as outgoing and kind-hearted.
I like working with kids because, as a mom myself, I know how important it is to have them around safe and caring people.
Looking for a job that can work around my son's school schedule. He is out of the house by 7 a.m. and back by 2 p.m. when school is in session....
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"I have 3 young WILD boys and had a surprise dinner to go to last minute with no sitter. Arnasha was available last minute and allowed me to drop them off to her! They had the best time, and raved about her when...
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Jenny P.
Worcester, MA
$16-21/hr
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My 2 oldest children have Tourette's. I have 2 good friends that are different degrees of autism that I reacted with often before COVID. I I would bring bowling or mini golfing and dance with . The other loved dancing and coloring but has little communication skills.
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I am an experienced caregiver for primarily senior citizens but have also worked with young children professionally and privately. Most recently I have worked with the same woman till her passing at 99 years old last month. I am trained in Alzheimer's, dementia, CPR and first aid. I am extremely organized, a fast learner, I am a...
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I have experience with children and adults with autism spectrum disorder, seizure disorder, and also have experience with care of elderly with dementia. I have administered medication, helped with bathing and changing, I can also prepare meals, low sodium, low sugar, whatever is needed. I will provide the best care for you or...
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"Jackie Has cared for my son for a couple of years now. He is significantly disabled She's always been amazing with him, she redirects and distracts him if she see a potential problematic behavior coming. When...
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Savannah C.
Pomfret Center, CT
$18-45/hr • 9 yrs exp
Outgoing, Good With Children, Personable, Patient, And Creative
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Hi I'm Savannah and I'm a 2019 high school graduate. I've just returned from living in the UK for 6 months working as an Au Pair! I currently work at a daycare as the head preschool teacher and was the head infant teacher before I made my move to the UK. I've worked there for 3 years :)
I started working with children at a young...
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"Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is...
Reviewed by Chelsie F.
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Hi! My names Hannah and I just recently have moved to the New Haven CT area! I graduated Providence College last spring and am about to start and Accelerated Nursing program this May!
I am the oldest of 3, and have always taken care of my younger siblings (especially my sister who is 8 years younger than me). I also have...
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"Hannah is among the most reliable, capable, and compassionate child care providers we have had the privilege to know. She is always on time, communicative, easy-going, and creative. She is never distracted or...
Reviewed by Judi J.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Thompson, CT
Holly P.
5.0
Holly cared for my son who has special needs...medical, social/emotional, and educational. She was very responsible and reliable. He quickly built trust with her and his skills improved in her care.
- Kathleen C.
Frank S.
5.0
Frank took care of my three children for a week while we were visiting Massachusetts but needed to work from home. Frank was caring, kind, and gentle. He doted on our 18 month old boy, pushing him around on a toy car to the delight of my son. He did fun cooking activities, crafts, and science...
- Tenley P.
Bendu S.
5.0
Bendu has been the most wonderful help for my sister who has special needs! She is great with communication, has lots of experience, and willing to help with any needs my sister has including assisting with bathing and accompanying her to MD appointments. She has been an answer to prayer! Highly...
- Joanna B.
Arnasha W.
5.0
I have 3 young WILD boys and had a surprise dinner to go to last minute with no sitter. Arnasha was available last minute and allowed me to drop them off to her! They had the best time, and raved about her when I picked them up. We’ve used her every time since. If she can survive my 3 feral children...
- Care member
Jackie F.
5.0
We hired Jackie to watch our 4 month old daughter for the month of February Monday- Friday 8:30-5:30. She was wonderful! She was so loving and engaged with our daughter. She was excellent with keeping her on a schedule, feedings, changing and nap time. We also on several occasions left her with...
- Catherine A.
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