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Raine C.

Farmington, CT

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi, I'm Raine! I'm 19 and entering my sophomore year of college studying Early Childhood Education. - My availability can vary since I travel to MA some weekends, but I'm happy to communicate and work around my schedule. I have four years of paid childcare experience and have been caring for children most of my life, including...
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West Hartford, CT

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$23/hr
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
I've been a caregiver for over 30 years. Mostly babies, young children, and special needs children. I've been caring for my elderly father who needs help with medication administration, meals, finances and transportation. Although I love children, I love my elders as well and would like to do more for them. Even though I'm 55,...
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Nanny

Hartford, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I graduated with a B. A in Human Development and Family Studies in 2013. I have experience caring for infants and children up to 10 years of age, including working with children who have various special needs. I have a positive attitude and outlook on life. I'm very active and artistic, organized, friendly, compassionate and...
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Professional Disability Support Worker

New Britain, CT

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Hello, my name is Phoenix (Niyah). I am a young adult with 6 years of experience working with young adults and adults on the disability spectrum live and learn independently in their communities. I have worked in work settings, educational settings, and recreational settings with a variety of individuals with differing needs. I...
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Newington, CT

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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello! My name is Hannah and I am 27 years old from the Newington/Berlin area in CT. I have 15 years of experience caring for children and have been professionally working with special needs children for nearly 7 years through my roles as a paraeducator and a behavior therapist. I am so lucky to have found my passion working in...
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Hartford, CT

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
As a caring childcare provider with a decade of experience, I'm dedicated to supporting families and fostering children's growth. My passion for teaching and experience as a toddler teacher allows me to bring a personalized educational approach to childcare. With my patient and friendly demeanor, I ensure a nurturing environment...
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West Hartford, CT

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! For the past 8 years I have babysat for children toddlers to pre-teens. In addition I have babysat children with special needs, I have also been a teachers assistant in an art class. I am very responsible and well organized, fun and energetic and I'm willing to help with other responsibilities. I am very comfortable with...
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Plainville, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have been a CNA since 2002. I have worked with many agencies , facilities and hospitals that provided care to seniors, teens youths, baby with ADHD, autism, seizures disorders , Mood disorders, separation Anxiety , cognitive disabilities, mobility challenges and much more . I also have a child with ADHD and a few other things....
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New Britain, CT

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Hi my name is Patrice. I have over 7 years experience caring for children and over 3 years experience caring for special needs individuals. I am very friendly and caring. Very welcoming and patient. Rest assured if your child is left with me he/she will be in safe hands.
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Hartford, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
As a childcare worker for over a decade I started off working in Public Schools as a Before/After School Program Leader along with working as a STEM teacher in summer camp. Next I worked in daycares as both a Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher and as a Floating Teacher. Most recently I was a Math/Reading Interventionist, giving...
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Experienced With Special Needs, Graduate Social Work Student

Plainville, CT

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$26/hr
10 years experience
I am a licensed social worker in CT and I have experience with diagnoses including: Autism, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, ADD, ADHD and emotional dysregulation. If needed, my resume is available upon request....
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Glastonbury, CT

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Allyson and I am an 18-year-old high school graduate. I love working with kids, especially when it comes to activities such as playing games, making crafts, and baking. I have been babysitting my younger brothers since I was pretty young, and since then I have babysat for several families for kids ages 7-13,...
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New Britain, CT

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$23/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
Hi families! My name is Aaliyah and I am 21 years old! I'm a high-energy, flexible caregiver with 6+ years of experience from infants to age 10. I bring a daycare, nursery, and classroom setting experience as well as hands on experience with children with special needs. I am currently working on obtaining my BCBA degree. I'm...
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Licensed Practical Nurse

Hartford, CT

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I have more than 10 years caring for children of all ages. I have a 2-year-old son. I have been working as a pediatric nurse for 4 years now and have experience with special needs, and medically compromised children. I was also a CNA prior to becoming a nurse. I'm CPR certified as well
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Registered Behavior Technician

Newington, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have worked in special education for 15 years. I am trained in many reading and math programs to help tutor students with disabilities. I have a lot of patience and compassion for children to succeed.
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New Britain, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
errands
home modification
light cleaning
personal care
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, friendly and responsible I like caring for seniors because they have life experiences and many teachable stories to tell me. Also some of them may not have family to care for their well-being. I started caring for seniors when I started working with Oakhill (Connecticut Institute...
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Preschool Teacher Looking To Nanny Part-time

Farmington, CT

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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Hello! My name is Lena and I am a preschool teacher who is looking to nanny. I have been working as a preschool teacher for 15 years and just completed my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I absolutely love children - I have raised two that are now in college and have worked as a teacher since I was 22 years old. I...
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Hartford, CT

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
About Me Hello! My name is Shanique , and I'm excited to offer caring, dependable babysitting services for your family. With a background in nursing and experience as an infant teacher, I bring a strong understanding of child development, safety, and nurturing care. As a mother of three and aunt to six, I know how important it...
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East Hartford, CT

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$24/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Thaís! I recently moved from California to Connecticut and I've been working in the care field for several years. I love being around people, helping them grow, and creating supportive environments where they feel safe and valued. I hold a degree in Psychology, completed Early Childhood Development course, and...
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West Hartford, CT

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$16/hr
My younger brother and sister both had epilepsy growing up so I have experienced that, my brother and older sister have ADHD so I know how to handle one with that disorder.
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