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Isabella F.

Summer Job With Special Needs Children Or Seniors To Gain Direct Patient Care Hours For My Major!

Branford, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
mobility assistance
home modification
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as reliable, kind, hardworking I like caring for seniors because my grandfather suffered from a rare brain disease and I helped care for him and my grandmother currently has health issues and I help care for her. I am also a Pre- Physician Assistant major . I'm looking for a job that can be a...
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Great Care Giver

Derby, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
I am an excellent companionship friendly person that loves to help out. I recently care for L women that Ive grown fund of, she taught me a lot while working for her and we build a relationship that made me realize how life is short and how we can loose people in a blank of an eye. Helping people became my passion and I always...
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Meet Jalina

Ansonia, CT

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
Hi my name is Jalina. I have 6 years of childcare experience including of 3 years of teaching and directing youth theater from ages 4-17, and 6 years of nannying and babysitting ages infant to 16. I'm great with kids and animals, have a reliable car, first aid and CPR certified, as well am epi pen and inhaler administration...
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Fun,loving And Looking To Extend A Helping Hand

Ansonia, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
I have worked in residential group homes, adult/ children day programs and private homes. I am CT DDS Med. Certified, CPR/AED certified, and PMT trained. I also have experience with g-tube feedings.
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Special Education Teacher

Milford, CT

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I am an early childhood special ed teacher! I am looking to make some extra money by continuing to do what I love!
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Responsible, Reliable Friend And Support Person

Hamden, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with folks with disabilities for almost 15 years. I have a degree in Therapeutic Recreation and have worked with folks of all ages and abilities. I have spent a good 10 years as a nanny and house manager for families with kids with disabilities (toddlers, teens and every one in between). In between the nannying...
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Behavior Technician

Woodbridge, CT

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$27/hr
4 years experience
Hello, I graduated from Boston University with a BS in Psychology. After graduating college, I wanted to become a counselor, but I was never fond of going back for my masters so my first job was working with adolescent girls as a Milieu Counselor at Wellspring - a residential facility. I split my time between the house and...
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Experienced Teacher In Diverse Population

Milford, CT

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I work as an art teacher with kids from ages 3-15. I see students with a range of abilities. Many students have learning disabilities, speech delays, ADHD, Autism, or hearing impairment. I am also working towards my masters in Special Education.
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Milford, CT

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I'm a 24-year-old nanny/sitter. I have experience with infants and special needs children. I've help and worked with children of all ages but prefer infants as they need more attention and responsibility With over five years of experience in infant child care, I am dedicated to providing a nurturing and safe environment for...
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Caring For Any Child

Seymour, CT

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I have worked a special needs class for a year with kid, ages 4 to 6-years-old with classes averaging between 7 to 10 children. For the last 6 months, I also have watched a 16-year-old boy with Down sydome who also has autism. After school and when Parents go out on dates .
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CNA

Shelton, CT

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$18/hr
My name is Johanne I am certified Nursing Assistant /CNA. I have work as a caretaker for the last 20+ years. . I love what I do is very important to make a difference in someone's life and be able to be there for them and they know you will always show up. I have experience taking-care of people with disability as Artistic,...
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Seymour, CT

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I'm Jenna, I've been working with kids or all ages for about 7 years now. I've been a tutor and I volunteer all summer for special needs kids. I've also been a dance teacher. Further, a babysitter with 7 years of experience. With this I've worked with kids of all ages and have gone from changing diapers to bring kids to baseball...
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Branford, CT

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Hello, my name is Amanda! I work as a Paraprofessional & Building substitute. I've had experience in my paraprofessional role aiding students with autism, adhd, and dyslexia.
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Educator/Caregiver Available

Shelton, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have worked for over 20 years in the education setting with children and young adults with varying special needs. Some had emotional and behavioral issues, learning disabilities, cognitive functioning issues and many were on the Autism Spectrum. I also spent 3 years doing private duty work in the same field. I never considered...
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Branford, CT

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Hi! My name is Rachael, and I am graduating Vanderbilt University with my M. Ed. this May. I am a certified elementary and special education teacher. I am able and willing to care for children with special needs or behavioral challenges. In general, I have a lot of experience taking care of children. I have worked for one family...
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Paraprofessional

Seymour, CT

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$18/hr
I have been a special education paraprofessional for 4 years at a school in Bridgeport. I am experienced with adhd, autism and seizure disorders
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Branford, CT

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
Hi I'm Mia. I graduated Branford High School in 2024. Since graduating I've been a para at Guilford Public Schools. I work with special needs children ranging from Prek3 to 4th grade. While in high school I worked the afterschool program as well as the summer camp program in Branford. I am CPR certified and Epi Pen certified. I...
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Mostly A Tutor, Also A Babysitter!

Milford, CT

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
I've been babysitting on and off since I was 17, and now I'm 21, I've graduated college, and I'm on my way to Graduate School for fall 2025, where I'm studying to be a children's librarian. I love telling and making up stories, reading, playing games, and helping children explore what they're curious about. I can cook alright,...
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Highly Skilled And Compassionate CNA

Hamden, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Personable CNA with 30 yrs. experience and knowledge In working with Clients with light to chronic Ailments. I'm interested in a private duty home care position. I absolutely love caring for people and have great communication skills. My strengths are with multitasking and organization while making my clients my priority....
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Responsible And Mature Caregiver

Milford, CT

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Susan, and I'm a caring and experienced mother of five and grandmother of three with a passion for nurturing children of all ages. With years of hands-on experience, I've had the joy of working with kids from newborns to teenagers, including children with special needs and multiples. I understand the unique...
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  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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