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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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New London, CT

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a caring, bilingual nanny with over 7 years of experience supporting children of all ages, including infants, toddlers, and teens. I have extensive experience with special-needs care and G-tube feedings. My goal is always to create a calm, encouraging, and fun environment where kids feel safe and confident.
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Experienced Nanny

Moodus, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi my name is Ellen and I have been a nanny 6yrs. I am an empty nester looking to provide a safe & secure environment for your children. I am CPR/First Aid certified. I have two sons ages 28yrs & 25yrs who I stayed home & raised. My work background includes 2 Pediatric offices as a medical secretary. As well as 10yrs at an...
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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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Middletown, CT

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$26/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
From 2018 to 2024, I worked as a Building Substitute Teacher, where I assumed all duties and responsibilities of the classroom teacher and carried out teachers assignments. During the summers from 2020 to 2024, I worked as a paraprofessional supporting special needs children in summer camps. Through these experiences, I...
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Part-Time Caregiver Provider

Guilford, CT

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$17/hr
I have experience with high school students with special needs. I have little experience with children with special needs, but I am more than willing to work with everyone.
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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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East Lyme, CT

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$28/hr
7 years experience
I am an experienced early childhood teacher with a passion for educating today's youth looking to obtain a position allowing me to utilize my experience and understanding of early childhood development and learning techniques in a home setting. As an adept creator of comprehensive and well-rounded curriculums that meets...
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Senior Care Provider (Live-in or out)

Waterford, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
personal care
hospice services
errands
meal prep
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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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Niantic, CT

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I was a second grade teacher before having children of my own. I've been "home" raising my babies the past 12+ years providing childcare for other's kiddos. My son is ADHD and on the spectrum. So I have loads of personal and professional experience in this area. Looking to help out sporadically or very part time on a...
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Emily

East Haddam, CT

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$45/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
respite care
home modification
errands
mobility assistance
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I'd describe my personality as happy, outgoing and uplifting! I like caring for seniors because they are a wealth of information and always have so much to offer us younger folks if we give them the time and open our minds. I'm looking for a job that allows me to help an elderly person on a daily basis. I started caring...
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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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Mother Of 6, Grandmother Of 17

Niantic, CT

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I'm an extremely active, fun-loving mother of 6 (now adult) children and 17 grandchildren. I enjoy outdoor activities, creative play, helping out around the house and just generally caring for others. I'm an avid gardener and enjoy sharing my love for nature with both children and adults. I'm excited to spend my days seeing the...
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East Haddam, CT

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$17/hr
7 years experience
I have several years experience working in a behavioral classroom with students on the spectrum. I have completed my masters in Elementary Education and have a passion for working in this field.
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Oakdale, CT

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Hello there , My name is Shannon . I hope that you and your family are well ! I am a very honest , compassionate woman with over 15 years experience working with folks with many wonderful abilities in both group home settings as well as privately; both ambulatory and non ambulatory , Verbal and nonverbal. I can assist with all...
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Branford, CT

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$35/hr
10 years experience
I'm a compassionate, experienced, professional caregiver, CNA, HHA & proud Mom of two grown girls & an adorable Cockapoo. My personal special care experience is with my daughter who has faced major physical challenges due to an autoimmune disorder. My professional experience began with teaching HS Biology & Physics in an...
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Seasoned & Spirited =)

Waterford, CT

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$40/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
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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Southold, NY

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$23/hr
1 year experience
Visiting physician
companionship
transportation
hospice services
I have a background in psychology and over 10 years of experience working with children with special needs. I am patient, compassionate, and attentive, always focusing on each person's individual needs and emotional well-being. I also have experience caring for elderly individuals, including those with serious illnesses such as...
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Occupational Therapy Student

Middletown, CT

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$17/hr
I'm a junior OT student looking to further my experience working with special needs children and adolescents! I am very outgoing, patient and reliable! I have 6 years of experience working with children ranging from ages 6 months-14 years old. I have worked with special needs children at summer camp and am looking to pursue an...
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Early Intervention Associate

Niantic, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I am coming up on two years of experience working with children with Autism Spectrum disorder. It has become a passion of mine, prompting me to pursue a Master's Degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis, with a concentration in ASD. Although there is always more to learn, I have a lot of experience working with kiddos and teaching...
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