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Karin M.


Canton, CT

$17-21/hr

Experienced- Nanny/Para Educator/Special Education/

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Hi I am proud mother of 5 grown children; Nanny for 3 families; Para educator working with special education children at a local elementary school and Registered Behavioral Health Technician working with Autistic children.
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Diana G.


Canton, CT

$18-21/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide

I have many years of experience with Varing for adults with Slecial needs and Elderly, as a Home health aide, And PCA. I have also worked with Children of various ages. I have also raised children of my own. I enjoy helping others and love to have fun doing it! I am reliable, honest, Caring and I can provide refrences. Hope to...
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Laura M.


Canton, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Occupational Therapists Assistant

I have 22 years experience as an Occupational Therapists Assistant. Worked with various diagnosis such as stroke, CP, MS , Dementia, Special needs.
I am a very reliable, positive, and patient 20-year-old college student. I have 2 years of experience caring for children with apraxia, autism, and down-syndrome on my college campus. Their ages have ranged from 4-25 years old. I have worked in both group and personal settings with these individuals. I was an assistant coach on...
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Ashley W.


Canton, CT

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

I take pride in making a meaningful impact on clients and their families, becoming a trusted part of their household. With experience as an Activity Aide, CNA, direct support counselor for disabled children and adults, and Home Health Aide, I provide compassionate, personalized care. I hold all necessary ADL care certifications...
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Sam O.


Farmington, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi all! My name is Sam and I have over 10 years of experience in babysitting and special needs care. I am a mental health counselor specializing in children's behavioral health and have significant experience working with children of all ages and abilities. Specifically, I have worked with children with ADHD, ODD, depression,...
Sam can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She has helped out with Vacation Bible School and in the church nursery. She is very good with children. Dependable, mature, caring and loving. I've watched her grow up into a very responsible teen. I would definitely hire her to watch our children here at the...

Cynthia D.

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Sam O.


Farmington, CT

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

My friends daughter was very special needs and I would spend a lot of time playing with her and I would help to feed her and give her medicine anytime it was needed. I love to help kids who can't help themselves. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old so I have almost 7 years of experience. I have my own reliable car...
5.0
"She is a very bubbly, fun person. She loves children and enjoys playing with them. She is very caring and watches for any sign of distress in the children."

Nichole L.

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Nora E.


Granby, CT

$25/hr15 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

As a dedicated childcare provider with 15 years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My patient and friendly nature allows me to connect easily with children and build trusting relationships with them. I am committed to supporting families and providing a safe, stimulating environment...
Nora can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nora was nothing short of amazing. She cared for my daughter (1.5 years) and my friend's son (2 years) while we were vacationing in the area. She is warm, compassionate, reliable, highly qualified, dependable and intelligent. If we lived closer, we would hire her...

Kristin R.

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Elizabeth C.


West Hartford, CT

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Introduction To Elizabeth

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a third-year nursing student at the University of Saint Joseph with a strong passion for working with children. As a member of the honors program at USJ, I have taken several child development and med courses. I am CPR certified for both children and infants through the American Heart Association. I have extensive...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Elizabeth has been a wonderful babysitter/nanny for our 2 and 6 year olds. She really connects with the children, and puts in a lot of effort in tending to their individual (often chaotic) needs. She is super friendly, communicative, and dependable. Very highly...

Isaac C.

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Kristen M.


West Hartford, CT

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Excited To Help You With Your Children!

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hi families, my name is Kristen, and I am a seasoned nanny ready to help you with your young children. I have extensive experience caring for children of all ages, as well as with families of multiples(most recently with toddler twins), and children with special needs. I am an older nanny I suppose, but do not let my age deter...
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kristen joined our family last summer and took over care of our 5-month-old son, G. She has been a wonderful addition to our family. G. adores her and they have great fun together every day. He immediately smiles as she walks through the door and greets him. She's...

Monica R.

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Jessie B.


Collinsville, CT

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I am a Certified Nurses Aide with 3 years experience: I have cared for Dementia patients, Alzheimer's, and special needs patients. I am moving to Flordia in a few shorts months.
Jessie can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, respite care, dementia, visiting nurse, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

I am Sarah, a 23-year-old who has been living in West Hartford my whole life. I am reaching out to anyone that may be in need of a nanny next summer. I am available for full-time nannying starting June 20th, 2022. I am available Monday- Friday from 7am-4 p.m. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education with a specialty...
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Samantha N.


New Hartford, CT

$17-20/hr8 yrs exp

About Me

Over the past 2 years I was working with mentally and physically disabled adults. I loved helping the individuals go to a program everyday and making sure they are learning something new, while also getting the care that they deserve. The past 5 years before that I was a preschool teacher ranging with ages 6 weeks old to 6 years...
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Anastasia D.


Farmington, CT

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Tutor Starting When Needed

Hi! I am 32 years old. I have my Master's Degree in Elementary Education from Fairfield University and certified to teach K-6th Grade. My Bachelor's Degree is in Psychology. In addition to my graduate program, I took coursework in Early Childhood Education. I have experience working with Preschoolers and special needs students....
Anastasia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
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Cara C.


Avon, CT

$22-50/hr3 yrs exp

I'm Looking For A Loving Family That I Can Help Out And Become Their Child's Best Friend.

Hello, my name is Cara! I've started my journey with working with children at a young age in the year of 2014. I've also worked at two daycares for young toddlers for the past couple of years, as I also currently babysit a newborn and a 3-year-old regularly on the weekends. I'm completely CPR and First Aid Certified as-well as I...
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Ericka R.


Simsbury, CT

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Care Giver

I have three children of my own, two of which have developmental delays and deficits related to being born extremely premature. I have experience caring for Trach, ventilator, feeding tubes, 02 dependant children. I also have experience with ASD and behavioral challenges.
My name is Charmaine. I am a mother to three wonderful children, who are all grown up now. My son had special needs that include a gtube and trach so I am well versed with using them. I have been an LPN for over 25 years and special in pediatrics, plus I have an associates degree. I have open availability during the week and...
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Elaine B.


Farmington, CT

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available, Retired Registered Nurse

I have worked as a Registered Nurse for hospital-based patients for many years, from newborns to geriatric patients. I have also done two years of home care experience with children and adults.
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Celeste C.


Burlington, CT

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Hands

hi, I am Celeste a caring experienced professional with over 20 years of supporting individuals with special needs, including autism and intellectual disabilities. I work with both school and job settings helping people gain independency manage behavior and success in meeting. Person's unique needs whether it's helping with...
Celeste can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alexandra G.


West Hartford, CT

$17/hr6 yrs exp

Certified CPR/Red Cross, Post College Graduate Looking To Babysit.

Hi! My name is Alexandra, but I go by Allie. I have had experience working with, nannying, and babysitting children of all ages. I have had experience watching up to 5 children at a time as well. I have a full time job and am looking to babysit on the side. I also have experience working with mild to moderate special needs...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Canton, CT

Sam O.

5.0

She has helped out with Vacation Bible School and in the church nursery. She is very good with children. Dependable, mature, caring and loving. I've watched her grow up into a very responsible teen. I would definitely hire her to watch our children here at the church.

- Cynthia D.

Sam O.

5.0

She is a very bubbly, fun person. She loves children and enjoys playing with them. She is very caring and watches for any sign of distress in the children.

- Nichole L.

Nora E.

5.0

Nora was wonderful! I am a first time Mom so leaving my 8 month old with her was a big deal. She was very kind answering all my questions and agreeing to meet beforehand. She communicated very well and was amazing with my daughter. My daughter is in the stranger danger phase but she immediately...

- Care member

Elizabeth C.

5.0

Elizabeth has been a wonderful babysitter/nanny for our 2 and 6 year olds. She really connects with the children, and puts in a lot of effort in tending to their individual (often chaotic) needs. She is super friendly, communicative, and dependable. Very highly recommended!

- Isaac C.

Kristen M.

5.0

Kristen joined our family last summer and took over care of our 5-month-old son, G. She has been a wonderful addition to our family. G. adores her and they have great fun together every day. He immediately smiles as she walks through the door and greets him. She's patient with our little guy, and...

- Monica R.

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