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Jenna S.


Coventry, CT

$17-20/hr

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My name is Jenna. I am 18 years old and a freshman in the Pforzheimer honors college at Pace University in Manhattan. I am double majoring in Spanish and women's studies, with a minor in music. I hope to work for Unicef and travel to Spanish-speaking countries and work with children with special needs. I am originally from...
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Lauren D.


Coventry, CT

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

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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Jenna S.


Coventry, CT

$17-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny looking For Part-Time Work

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Jenna. I am a licensed therapeutic yoga practitioner for children with special needs and Douala. I hold a BA in Psychology and Spanish and am working on my masters in Holistic Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have more than 10 years of experience working with children of all ages in a variety of settings; from...
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Zoey R.


Manchester, CT

$20-26/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Zoey! I am 23 years old from Manchester Connecticut. I am fully vaccinated from COVID-19, have a great driving record, no criminal background, and I am not a smoker! I am also fully certified for CPR and first aid, and update that whenever necessary. I am experienced with special needs and medical...
Zoey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Zoey is amazing. She's great with my three kids and two dogs (a lot for anyone to handle)! I would highly recommend her!"

Keira L.

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Kari Z.


Andover, CT

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Mom of Two

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of two wonderful girls. I was a nanny for a number of different families before and after I had my children. I also have many years of experience as a household manager/assistant. I work as a professional organizer and house cleaner as well. I love cleaning and organizing and I have always loved children. I have...
Kari can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kari is amazing. She has been watching our infant for the past 4 months. She's intuitive, you can tell she has years of experience with kids. She's reliable, a great communicator and incredibly nice. She always finds fun and creative ways to occupy the baby. As a...

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Joan M.


Manchester, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have many proven years of experience in working with people of all abilities. I believe that everyone has something to give. I have previously managed two non profits that have supported people with special needs. I consider myself an advocate. I am passionate and prepared to work on behalf of your loved one and you!
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Kathy T.


Storrs Mansfield, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Care Giver Seeking An Opportunity To Help!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Since taking early retirement late last year, I have been helping my dad (age 94) and his wife. My dad has had increased difficulty getting around and had lost a good deal of his short term memory. I've helped with meal preparation, cleaning, and I have driven them to medical appointments and helped them with errands. I have...
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Elyse T.


Vernon Rockville, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 15 years of experience working with infants, toddler, special needs and school aged children as a nanny for multiple families as well as in multiple childcare settings. I am currently not available as a full time nanny. Please message me for babysitting opportunities
Elyse can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our...

Amanda W.

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Ginger H.


Willington, CT

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Nurturing responsible and reliable career nanny with experience caring for newborn through teen age children. I have recent experience with twins and also special needs. Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certifications are current. I have taught gymnastics and swimming lessons and enjoy outdoor activities , reading, crafting, yoga and...
Ginger can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ginger has been part of our family for almost 10 years and she's actually the best. Kids gravitate to her. Anyone who hires Ginger would be incredibly lucky!"

Amanda N.

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Joslin C.


Manchester, CT

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Care For Your Loved Ones !

Hi! I'm Joslin, new to Connecticut from New York. As a mother of two special needs children, I understand the unique challenges of caregiving. My experience includes being my mother's aide after her stroke, where I provided compassionate support and personal care. While I'm not formally trained yet, I plan to pursue training...
Joslin can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, respite care, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
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Heather H.


Andover, CT

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

I Understand How Important Your Kids Are

I am a full time dental hygienist who specializes in children with special needs at my job. I spent many years as a single foster parent to teenagers and have made my family through this wonderful, and at times challenging, experience. But my daughter is older now and off to college. I miss having her around. I enjoy children....
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah E.


Manchester, CT

$17-32/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time/ Part-Time Caregiver

I am currently working for a before and after school program and looking to supplement my income and afford some fun things with my teenage son. I am CPR and 1st aid certified. I also am trained for epi pen injections. I have worked with both special needs kids and kids with dietary needs. I have worked with kids from newborn to...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
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Ariel L.


Bolton, CT

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

I love working with children with special needs, they are so pure and I enjoy being able to make a difference in their life by being a positive influence and care taker.
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Aeris M.


Manchester, CT

$17/hr4 yrs exp

Weekend/Summertime Babysitter

I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. My youngest siblings were born when I was 11 and I helped raise them until where they are now. Diapers and all. I also have years of experience outside my own family babysitting for all ages. I do have experience with children of special needs or medical needs. I am no stranger...
Aeris can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

I have been a nanny for the pass 10 years so I am Great with kids all age and I'm very clean and organize and know how to keep a routine
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Katia H.


Willimantic, CT

$20-23/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I love helping people grow independently and making them smile. I've worked with children and adults of all disabilities, ranging from four to 65 years of age. I've worked in classrooms, day program and residential settings. Also, privately in home. I don't mind pets. I'm a reliable and supportive person. Energetic and crafty....
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Joana S.


Manchester, CT

$17-21/hr3 yrs exp

a mother of two kids and a personal care assistant and a direct support staff. I have be on this field since 2014 and a direct support staff since 2021. I love what I do with love, empathy, respectful, trustworthy with good heart and the experience with CPR first aid, and med cert staff by DDS .
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Laura V.


Tolland, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Morning Nanny Available

Hi, my name is Laura! I have cared for children from newborn-15 years old. My job duties included caring for the children along with picking up after them, doing laundry and dishes, making meals, taking them for hair cuts and doctor appointments, taking them to their daily activities and keeping them entertained throughout the...
Laura can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Danielle C.


Columbia, CT

$20-21/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced PCA

I have experience working as a PCA with my brain-injured uncle. My uncle requires a lot of support to get through his day, and I helped with that. One of his daily struggles is his memory impairment. He needs help to regulate his daily food intake and to coordinate activities. I also supported with personal care, such as;...
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Caitlyn M.


Hebron, CT

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

Hello! My name is cattie, I currently work as a registered behavior technician for various school districts in Connecticut. I am currently looking for some work over the summer break. I have worked with children from grade pre-k to 12. Special needs caregiver

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Coventry, CT

Zoey R.

5.0

Zoey did such a great job at entertaining my 1 year old, that she forgot all about her separation anxiety! Zoey was kind, and incredibly helpful. We will definitely hire her again

- Catherine L.

Kari Z.

5.0

Kari is amazing. She has been watching our infant for the past 4 months. She's intuitive, you can tell she has years of experience with kids. She's reliable, a great communicator and incredibly nice. She always finds fun and creative ways to occupy the baby. As a bonus, our pets also love her. I...

- Care member

Elyse T.

5.0

Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our family. We love her to pieces and I...

- Amanda W.

Ginger H.

5.0

Ginger has been part of our family for almost 10 years and she's actually the best. Kids gravitate to her. Anyone who hires Ginger would be incredibly lucky!

- Amanda N.

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