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Joan I.
Wallingford, CT
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caretaker - Senior Care Or Child/Adult With Special Needs
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Experienced caretaker for senior or an adult/child with special needs - Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome or other diagnosis requiring personal assistance. I have extensive experience, energy, patience, love, and joy.
Do you have a parent or child at home who needs special attention due to Covid-19 concerns or risk adverse to...
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Hi there! I graduated from UConn in 2013 with a Bachelors and Masters degree in special education. I have 15 years of babysitting experience and have also worked as a camp counselor. I am a former special education teacher of 5 years. My experience is with students grades K-2 with a variety of disabilities including Autism,...
Adrianna F.
Wallingford, CT
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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The past two years I have worked at an elementary school with an incredible special education program. It has given me countless experiences working hands on with special ed. kiddos !!!!
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I grew up in a big family with 12 siblings being 1 of the oldest I had to care for them often. 2 of which are special needs I can cook and will help out with cleaning up for around the house no extra fees I also bring some activities for the children such as bored games and toys depending on the job description. However I am...
Hannah J.
Wallingford, CT
$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Love Doing Crafts And Can Make Most Activities Fun For The Children
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Hi! I'm a very reliable worker and will always be patient with your children and strive to create a happy and healthy babysitting environment. I have over 8 years of babysitting experience , I started when I was a freshman in high school. Now as a junior in college, I'm looking for a more stable nannying / babysitting job. I am...
Irish C.
Wallingford, CT
$24-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
22 Years Old With Nearly 9 Years Of Paid Childcare Experience - Teaching And Nannying
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Currently looking for a full time nanny position, preferably live out in the greater Boston area. I'm a caregiver who enforces rules but I also do my best to maintain a loving and kind environment where the children in my care feel safe and have fun while learning. I have experience with all family types; same sex parents,...
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Hello! My name is Taylor Z. and I am currently searching for a full time position with the right family. I have ample amount of childcare experience. I have worked in a daycare with children ages 6 months to 5 years. I have experience with special needs children after volunteering at ability beyond for the past 2 summers. I also...
5.0
"Taylor was great! She was reliable, attentive, and easy to work with. Always very flexible and was very good about helping around the house. She went above and beyond for my family! I would recommend her to...
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5.0
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My name is Taryn, and my hometown is in Oviedo, Florida. I am currently studying at Quinnipiac University to get my English and Law degree! I have been working as a nanny/babysitter since I was 15 years old, and I have worked with children of all ages from many different backgrounds! I have experience with children with special...
5.0
"Taryn was extremely careful and knowledgeable with my kids. We had just relocated countries and I had
First grade twins learning how to read and write in English. Taryn organized different activities for them,...
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4.0
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Hello there, I am a kind, responsible, outgoing, reliable caretaker. I recently graduated from SCSU with a bachelors degree in criminology and sociology, looking for some part time work and family to help assist. All four years of high school I have worked in a group called "best buddies" working with special needs children...
5.0
"Tatiana is our daughter's favorite babysitter! We have never had a sitter before that our daughter liked this much. She plays with her, and is really sweet to her. She is mature and listens to us as well as our...
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My name is Tatiana, I am a warmhearted, helpful, and caring individual. Not only am I a care giver but also a friend. Not only seniors, but those who are in need of caring, company, whatever it may be. My work, time, and love for children and those with special needs has open my heart up to many individuals in need.
5.0
"Tatiana is very kind in caring for my sister. She arrives on time and does whatever is needed."
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Nicollette S.
Hamden, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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My name is Nicollette and I am excellent with children! I consider myself patient, professional and having a sharp eye for details.
I am experienced with potty training, children with special needs, enjoy outdoorsy activities, help with homework, love music! You name it!
My goal is to meet awesome families and provide...
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As an experienced care giver with special needs, I am able to give the best of me to my clients, I have experience with enfants, young and adults with Cognitive Disabilities, Mobility Challenges, Seizure Disorder, Epilepsy, Blindness, Visual Impairment, Spinal cord Injuries, Quadriplegic, Development delay, Autism... I am able...
5.0
"She was very caring and loving with my mom. She went above and beyond. She gave showers daily and cooked very nice meals. My mom wouldn't eat for anybody but as soon as Ikami came to work she would start...
Reviewed by Taheeah B.
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Hello there,
I have over 5 years of experience working with children, from teaching to working in a residential setting. I love to plan and execute engaging activities so down time will always be productive when I'm around.
I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and light cleaning.
Newborns are welcome!
I'm CPR trained,...
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Companion, personal assistant , appointments, job coach , etc years experience with handicapped teens and young adults
5.0
"He was amazing to our son. Always on time and had a lot of patience with my son. Taught him a lot about life skills. I would highly recommend him. He was with us for over 6 years "
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Hi there, I'm Rachel! I'm 25 years old and graduated in 2016 with a degree in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies.
Experience:
I've babysat for families with multiple kids ranging from 8 months - 16 years old, including those Autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder. I've worked as a social skills group...
5.0
"Rachel is a phenomenal caregiver. She treats others with the utmost respect, is timely, and has a sincerely positive outlook that is very encouraging. She is responsible and keeps focused at the task at hand...
Reviewed by Tessa G.
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My name is shantel, I been working with kids since 2019. During my experience working with children I gained my CPR certificate, medication certification, epipen certification. I worked with all children. I worked with kids with special needs such as autism, Down syndrome, ADHD, etc. I try to make a difference in children lives...
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Hello! I'm looking for a family who needs a sitter/nanny. I have 10 years of experience and also familiar with special needs. I have 3 kiddos of my own and just love kids in general. Making connections with the families is what I strive for! If you're looking for someone who is kind, loving and responsible, please shoot me a...
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I'd describe my personality as compassionate, loyal and dependable
I grew up in a large family caring for my sibling. From there I worked in a daycare during my teenage years for children around the ages of 1-4. I have experience with special needs children. I grew up with a sibling on the autistic spectrum. I have also...
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I finished my Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy in 2019 and have been working with individuals who have disabilities for more than 3 years. Diagnoses include Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Disability, CVI, TBI, intellectual disability, and more!
Gina R.
New Haven, CT
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Gina. I have 2 daughters ages 14 and 10. I have my degree in psychology with a minor in child development. I have experience caring for children with and without special needs. I am professional and ready to care for your children . Having 2 kids of my own I understand the importance of great care and am here to...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wallingford, CT
Taylor Z.
5.0
Taylor was great! She was reliable, attentive, and easy to work with. Always very flexible and was very good about helping around the house. She went above and beyond for my family! I would recommend her to anyone!
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Taryn R.
5.0
Taryn was extremely careful and knowledgeable with my kids. We had just relocated countries and I had
First grade twins learning how to read and write in English. Taryn organized different activities for them, helped them with homework and did also babysitting. I loved having Taryn taking care of my...
- Care member
Tatiana B.
5.0
Tatiana worked with our family for 16 months and was excellent. We have 3 kids (ages 9-12) and a very rambunctious large lab and a crazy schedule. She was reliable, on time and flexible. Our needs would sometime change week to week or season to season and she was good about communicating what...
- Karin O.
Tatiana B.
5.0
Tatiana is very kind in caring for my sister. She arrives on time and does whatever is needed.
- Care member
Ikami B.
3.0
She was not available for the hours I need it
- Carol T.
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