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Caring, Responsible Full-Time Child Care Provider/Nanny

Waterford, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have experience working with children with some challenges. I have experience in learning, social and emotional fields.
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Compssionate Special Needs Caregiver With Family Experience

Waterford, CT

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$14/hr
Hello there, Having grown up with family members with both Asperger Syndrome and Down's Syndrome, understanding and compassion for individuals living with these special needs was instilled at a young age. I'm high school, I got involved in an after school basketball team for special needs individuals and found it to be one of...
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Compassionate Caregiver Available Full-Time

Waterford, CT

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I can certainly understand only too well the needs of senior care as I also have a Mother (82) and experiencing all the same situations as you have incurred. It is a tough battle and you need to be sensitive to their needs which I have a great deal of knowledge in. I find that I have a personal sense as to what they are...
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Waterford, CT

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$10/hr
Hi there! I have worked with children and adults with both physical and mental handicaps - both in group settings and one on one. I spent last summer working with children with chronic and fatal illnesses, many of whom had Autism Spectrum Disorders. Additionally, I nannied for the sweetest gal with CLOVES Syndrome - a rare...
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Dietitian With Childcare Experience

Waterford, CT

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Seeking part-time or occasional work caring for children who may or may not have specific needs such as medication administration, tube feeding, autism, allergies, or other needs. I also hbave experience as a special education paraprofesdional as well.
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Experienced Direct Support Professional

Waterford, CT

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$20/hr
19 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have an estimated 19 years of paid professional experience and a lifetime of personal experience caring for varying levels of neurodiverse people. Comfortable with newborns all the way up to end-of-life care. Compassionate, considerate, empathetic, with a strong code of ethics. Hard-working and dedicated employee. Gap in...
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Wellness Caregiver

Waterford, CT

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have experience working with a senior who had Cerebal Palsy and used a wheelchair. I am reliable, compassionate and dedicated.
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Seasoned & Spirited =)

Waterford, CT

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$40/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
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Hello! My name is Desiree. I am 31 years old. I have been working with children since age 16. A little about me: I worked as a para-professional through out college with special needs children as well as served as a in home care giver for a 60-year-old women suffering from lupus. I've worked as an in home nanny out of college...
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Waterford, CT

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$20/hr
30 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have many years of experience caring for children of varying ages (including children with special needs) I have done various babysitting jobs as well as essentially being a second mommy for my 3 younger siblings starting when I was 8 years old. From an early age I have had experience with providing dinner, helping with...
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Montessori Mom

Waterford, CT

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
OFFERING NANNY SERVICES OR Emergency babysitter. Are you looking for a fun, energetic, and creative nanny to care for your little ones? Look no further! I am a stay-at-home mom with a passion for childcare and I am available all year round to care for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers. I'm a social studies teacher and I have...
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Senior Care Provider (Live-in or out)

Waterford, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
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My name is Desiree. I am 31 years old from NLC. A little about me... I worked as a para-professional through out college with special needs children as well as served as a in home care giver for a 60-year-old women suffering from lupus. I've worked as an in home nanny out of college for a few years before starting the job I have...
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Groton, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hey! I'm Marrisa, I'm 29, and currently a nanny to an almost 5-year-old, who I've been with for the past 4 years. Prior to this job, I have worked at daycares, and a high school, with various babysitting jobs in between. I was mostly in infant and toddler classrooms, but I have experience with preschool ages as well. I have...
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New London, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I began working with children as a mothers helper when I was 8 years old. I eventually got my babysitting certificate and worked my way up to a professional Nanny. I have also worked as an aide for children with special needs for Cheshire Public Schools Board of Education. I am now 26 and caring for my sweet baby boy, who's 16...
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New London, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a 25-year-old experienced childcare worker. I am a patient, compassionate, kind, and reliable person who loves working with children. I love the outdoors and being active, and I have a passion for helping others. My past experience includes working with children with special needs (ages 3-21), including children with...
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Groton, CT

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Hi. I am currently residing in MA. Ive been a CNA and caregiver for over 5 years now and I have a lot of experience with clients with cerebral palsy, autism, learning disabilities, activities of daily living development, social interaction, gate belt, bed bound, G tube and dementia. All my experience has made me grow to be...
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New London, CT

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$45/hr
5 years experience
I have worked in Group home and recently graduated Nursing school. Im familiar with meal preparations, transportations (ADLs) for clients. I'm willing to drive the client to and from appointments, organize and male appointment as well. Im well orientated on redirecting young adults and children. Every child is unique and have...
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Companionate RN Looking For Extra Work

Groton, CT

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I am a caring RN now in the navy looking for extra work to keep me busy. I have years of experience working with special needs children and adults.
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Arielle S.'s Photo

Mystic, CT

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$27/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 16 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
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Special Education K-12 Teacher Available For Part-time Caregiving

Mystic, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Special education teacher for the last 2 years in an elementary school setting. Worked with high need students as well as specific learning disabilities. Have experience working with children of all ages.
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Groton, CT

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$13/hr
7 years experience
I love working to help others. I have been doing this for 7 years and I find it to be the most rewarding job. I look forward to making a difference in others lives.
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