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Emmelia G.


Brooklyn, CT

$17-23/hr8 yrs exp

Very Experienced, Nurturing Sitter

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Emmelia, and I am passionate about providing safe, nurturing, and engaging care for children. With experience working in a public school district, I have had the privilege of working with children of all ages, including those with diverse abilities and special needs. Over the years, I have honed my skills in...
Emmelia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Mikaela K.


Brooklyn, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Time Care Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Mikaela and I hold a Master's Degree in School Counseling and currently work as full-time high school counselor. I am looking for some possible evening babysitting as well as weekend and/or date night jobs! I have many years of experience with children of all ages from 6 weeks to teenagers and watching up to 5...
Mikaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Shannon B.


Brooklyn, CT

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hi There!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there my name is Shannon and I am 27 years old! I have over 10 years of experience in childcare. I have worked as a PCA for individuals with special needs, a nanny for infants up to 12 years old and a pre school head teacher for roughly two years. I am American Red Cross CPR CERTIFIED and I also have my epi pen and...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Gabrielle L.


Moosup, CT

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello, my name is Gabrielle. I am 26 with a 1-year-old daughter and an almost 4-year-old son so I have great experience with babies and Children! I have worked with special needs adults as well as children. I have babysat for years since the age of 16. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am a super fun and creative person that...
Gabrielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Gabrielle has watched both of my children and I would hire her again and again! She really puts the time and effort in to make sure the kids are happy and safe while they are in her care. I have no complaints about Gabrielle, she is wonderful!"

Michaela C.

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Robert F.


Canterbury, CT

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time/full-time Caregiver, Available Immediately.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have had four years of experience caring for elderly gentlemen. I worked for 2 families, one of which the gentleman had a great deal of special needs. George had a stroke and was physically handicapped and unable to walk or perform any ADL's on his own. I was available to him 24-7 for a period of two years until he passed...
Robert can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care
4.0
"Robert was available and very kind. He worked very well with my husband."

Ann N.

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Savannah C.


Pomfret Center, CT

$18-45/hr9 yrs exp

Outgoing, Good With Children, Personable, Patient, And Creative

Hi I'm Savannah and I'm a 2019 high school graduate. I've just returned from living in the UK for 6 months working as an Au Pair! I currently work at a daycare as the head preschool teacher and was the head infant teacher before I made my move to the UK. I've worked there for 3 years :) I started working with children at a young...
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is amazing with children. She played with my daughter,...

Chelsie F.

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Christie C.


Chaplin, CT

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

I worked full-time as an aide for middle aged twins who had Developmental Disabilities and Muscular Dystrophy. This position ended recently when the twins passed away within 2 months of each other. In my role as an aide, I assist with ADLs and with both a respiratory and exercise program, escorted them into the community and to...
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Maya R.


Plainfield, CT

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Maya! I'm currently looking for an opportunity where I can work around my school and work schedule. I love kids! I'm the oldest child so I've been a built in babysitter forever. I also have experience with people with special needs and I am comfortable with pets of all kind! I have my own reliable transportation, I...
Maya can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Maya R.


Plainfield, CT

$22/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs

I'm Maya! I've worked with people with special needs for the past 3 years. I am Adult, Child and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED certified! I have my own transportation.
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Linda B.


Hampton, CT

$24-31/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mom And Meme

I'm a mom and meme- gram love children and babies . I am an lpn license practical nurse And have worked in the school system with special needs. Looking to help a family out any way I can. I love the outdoors animals and exposing children to nature. If you have any questions please reach out. Thanks, Linda
Linda can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kaydin V.


Canterbury, CT

$19-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Kaydin And I Would Love To Be Your Sitter!

Hi! I am a college student, who has experience working in daycares and in-home nannying from the age of infants up! I currently work at a middle school as a paraprofessional, in the special education resource room. I have experience working with special needs, and have been in many mentoring programs as well!
Kaydin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jaylene P.


Putnam, CT

$16-50/hr7 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, caring, and kind. I like caring for people with special needs because I can communicate with them well. I'm looking for a job that helps other people feel comfortable with who they are. I started caring for people with special needs when I worked in a school. In my spare time, I like to...
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Deanna M.


Danielson, CT

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hands On And Empathetic Caregiver

Hands on and empathetic Caregiver who has 10 years experience. My main goal is to create an environment where everyone is comfortable and the caregiving is my main priority.
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Kaitlin D.


Danielson, CT

$17-22/hr6 yrs exp

I have cared for kids of all ages including with special needs. I am compassionate and patient with children and families. I have a clean driving record and reliable vehicle. I am CPR, AED and first aid certified.
Kaitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Savannah C.


Putnam, CT

$20-40/hr3 yrs exp

Certified PCA/Caregiver/Companion/Housekeeper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am NOT, a company that is reaching out looking to hire people! I am my own person, just looking for some extra work during the week! And also, I would like to stick with a family that is consistent and is willing to stay with me as well. That is my main goal of making the profile! Hello! My name is Savannah, and I'm just...
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Leanne W.


Danielson, CT

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Experiences Special Needs Professional

I formerly worked in a group home for adolescents with disabilities. This involved daily care including bathing assistance, getting ready for the day, putting them to bed, medication administration, etc. The adolescents in the home had a variety of impairments from down syndrome and cerebral palsy to autism and behavioral...
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Linda B.


Hampton, CT

$25-34/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Experienced Mother And Grandmother

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Behavior - Applied Behavior Analysis.
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Kaylee K.


Canterbury, CT

$16-21/hr6 yrs exp

Hi my name is Kaylee! I currently work in a school system supporting individuals with various disabilities . I have worked in this field for 5+ years. Have my own transportation and willing to do errands as needed. Have many years experience with meal preparation and cleaning. I am flexible, reliable and dependable.
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Karen S.


Putnam, CT

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a mom of 8 children all grown and on their own. I have 8 grandchildren that I have helped care for. Experience with special needs. Have worked at Trudeau, and cranston arc. Patient and compassionate and love children. Reliable and flexible !!
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Saybl B.


Canterbury, CT

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Certified Teacher Providing Child Care

I found that I was passionate about teaching special needs children during my internship in college. I worked with special needs children for 3 years including working one on one with a child with Down Syndrome in his home for two years.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Brooklyn, CT

Gabrielle L.

5.0

Gabrielle has watched both of my children and I would hire her again and again! She really puts the time and effort in to make sure the kids are happy and safe while they are in her care. I have no complaints about Gabrielle, she is wonderful!

- Michaela C.

Robert F.

5.0

Robert arrived to our appointment punctually and with a great attitude. He offered for any type of care or hours that we needed. He is a great candidate to provide companionship or for help with elderly care

- Julia D.

Savannah C.

5.0

Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is amazing with children. She played with my daughter, fed my daughter dinner and was even...

- Chelsie F.

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