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Nicole T.


Ellington, CT

$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

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My name is Nicole. I am a mom of 4. I currently teach dance and Zumbini classes. I have been the publisher for Macaroni KID Enfield for almost 8 years. Before have my second child I worked as a para. I went to college for psychology. I am very kind, patient, responsible and respectful.
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Calista B.


Ellington, CT

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been an ice skating coach for 10 yrs to all ages, mostly 16 & under. I have babysat for many families since I was 13 as well as cleaned professionally and privately. I am a certified lifeguard; CPR& Heimlich certified, aCNA and a PCA. I am triple majored in my bachelors in English, History& Psychology with an accounting&...
Calista can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Merideth K.


Broad Brook, CT

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have worked in child care for many years including classrooms with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-k headstart programs. I am also CPR and First Aide certified. I currently work for an allergist who regularly sees pediatric patients. I have an Associate's Degree in Child Development, am a nursing student, and am very...
Merideth can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Merideth is great with our kids. Has watched them many times,including for a few days straight while my husband and I went away on vacation. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing the kids were in good hands. The kids always have a good time with her and ask...

Jigisha M.

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Ginger H.


Willington, CT

$35/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ginger has been watching our littlest for 5 years! She always has him outside playing, doing fun crafts, and "school" stuff like his colors and numbers. He loves being with Ginger, they always have fun no matter what they do! It's about the kids for her. She has a...

Jen J.

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Elyse T.


Vernon Rockville, CT

$20/hr • 10 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Amber M.


Enfield, CT

$17/hr • 4 yrs exp

Nurturing And Enthusiastic Sitter

I'd describe my personality as nurturing, creative, and calm I like working with kids because I love seeing the outcome and the difference I can make in a kids life. I started working with kids when I was young, always babysitting my 7 nieces and nephews. I got a job at a before and after school program I've been at for 5...
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jessica F.


Enfield, CT

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Jess. I am a second year occupational therapy student with a passion for pediatrics. I am friendly, reliable, and have a strong work ethic. My experience includes a year of working for a child with a developmental disability, 1. 5 years as a special education para educator, and level one pediatric OT...
Hi, my name is Lawrence and I have been in the field of ABA for 7 years now. Have experience working in a center setting with children aged from 3-10 years old. I have also worked with older age. I have just finished my Master's in Applied Behavior Analysis. Graduate in 08/24. Hoping to pass the big EXAM and become a BCBA. I...
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Joana S.


Manchester, CT

$17-21/hr • 3 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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Jade S.


Broad Brook, CT

$17/hr

Special Needs College Nanny

I am a sophomore in college for special education and elementary education. I have a decent amount of training with special needs kids and I was a special needs kid growing up so I am aware of the process and how hard it can be
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Sarah E.


Manchester, CT

$17-32/hr • 10 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: Carpooling, craft assistance
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Brittany D.


Enfield, CT

$22-26/hr • 4 yrs exp

I currently looking for a summer time child care position. I currently work in a special education classroom as a Behavior Tech for Enfield Public Schools. I have been working with children the last 4 years professionally and have my own 8-year-old daughter as well. I have worked with infants, up to teenagers. I am available...
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Yudy O.


Enfield, CT

$22-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs

I worked for 3 years with people with cognitive disabilities such as epilepsy, autism, cerebral palsy, among others.
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Shaelyn N.


Vernon Rockville, CT

$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Love To Have Fun, But Also Serious When Needed

Hello my name is Shaelyn, I am 25 years old graduated High School in 2018 and have 7/8 years of babysitting experience. I have been a nanny several times and have also worked at daycares. Also I was a Part-Time Nanny for two special needs children. I have a special place in my heart for children with special needs. Currently I...
Shaelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

My name is Stephanie . I have 14 years experience working with adults specials needs people. I work in group home, PCA jobs and Patient Care Technician in Baystate's Medical Center.
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, transportation, errands, light cleaning
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Maggie A.


Somers, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Support

Hi! I have several years experience as a school counselor. My caseload includes several children with special needs. I am comfortable proving support to anyone with special needs.
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Brieana P.


Broad Brook, CT

$19-23/hr • 8 yrs exp

The best words to describe myself is reliable, caring and hardworkinf. I have many years of experience with infants, children and adults with disabilities. I've worked as a Para, an aide in a nursing home and also private home care along with direct support with adults with disabilities at a day program.
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Autumn A.


Enfield, CT

$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Awesome with kiddos loves to nurture them and see them grow up have experience with autism and other disabilities like type 1 diabetes. Loves to cooking clean do homework can do nap time
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Gia S.


Enfield, CT

$21/hr • 8 yrs exp

Energetic And Loving Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Gia. I recently graduated from Umass with a degree in Biology. I am CPR and first aid certified by the Red Cross and recently renewed my certification. I have experience with special needs children, twins and infants as young as newborns. During high school and my early college years I spent most Sundays teaching...
Gia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Robin S.


Willington, CT

$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Tracher PCA

Hi, my name is Robin. I am a retired teacher. I have my Masters degree in education. I also have a dual interest. I have a BA in sociology and I ran a group home for non-ambulatory teenagers. I am experienced in taking care of children with cerebral palsy and who are mentally challenged. I managed a group home and was...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ellington, CT

Merideth K.

5.0

Merideth is great with our kids. Has watched them many times,including for a few days straight while my husband and I went away on vacation. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing the kids were in good hands. The kids always have a good time with her and ask when she'll be able to watch them...

- Jigisha M.

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.

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.

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