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Kellie M.

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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Ansonia, CT

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$20/hr
6 years experience
My passion for caregiving began at home, caring for my great-grandmother, and later supporting my grandmother and aunt through cancer treatment, as well as helping care for my uncle with PKU. These experiences shaped my patient, calm, and attentive approach to care. I have over seven years of hands-on caregiving experience and...
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Milford, CT

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 25 years experience, caring for children of all ages, including special needs. I am attentive, responsible, warm, caring, and I have a great sense of humor. I am CPR certified, have a clean background check and driving record I really love to help the family that I care for an anyway, that would help to alleviate their...
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Senior Care Provider

Hamden, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Though most of. my experience has been working with individuals of all ages with special needs, I have extensive experience with all abilities. I enjoy encouraging independence while providing a supportive environment. As an experienced recreation provider, I believe that having things to look forward to is key to living our...
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Milford, CT

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Full Time Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Seymour, CT

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Nanny seeking full-time work employment in January 2018. I have 3 years of experience working with children ages 2-15 and 2 years of experience working with adolescents with special needs. Passion for music and reading. CPR/AED and first aid certified.
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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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Branford, CT

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Branford, CT

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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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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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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Shelton, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi families! I'm a 29-year-old caregiver with nearly 20 years of hands-on experience supporting children, including over a decade working in the ABA field with the special needs community. My journey began growing up alongside my twin brother with Down syndrome, which deeply shaped my commitment to this work. I began as a...
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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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Derby, CT

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$33/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a reliable and dependable nanny/sitter with a background in early childhood education as a teacher and preschool director. I have experience working with children of all ages and caring for multiple children. I like to work in a safe, fun home and give children my full attention, while following parents requests and...
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Stratford, CT

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$20/hr
Currently working as a Behavior Therapist and have the biggest heart for all learners! Bachelors Degree in Social Work and minors in Psychology and Justice and Law Administration driving my patience for doing the right thing by the child!
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Ansonia, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am an experienced bilingual behavioral specialist with over 18 years' experience working with children and families of all cultural backgrounds and abilities. I would love the opportunity to chat about possibly working with loved one.
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Hamden, CT

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Hello my name is Ju'Lisa I'm a young enthusiast young woman who loves Children I currently work in the public school system as a special education para and before that as an applied behavior analyst trainer , we're I able to gain an significant amount of experience
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Shelton, CT

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$17/hr
4 years experience
I am a nanny and also caregiver . I am a very patient person , love helping , taking to places, feeding, bathing , cooking And I follow directions what needs.
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Milford, CT

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$20/hr
I have extensive experience with special needs, children, youth, and adults I have experience in autism, ADHD, down syndrome, seizure disorders, etc. I am warm, patient, kind, compassionate and responsible There is nothing that I would not do to help alleviate stress for a family that I want for I was a stay at home mom...
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