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Isabelle M.


North Haven, CT

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

Private Nanny

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i've worked with special-needs kids for over the last six years on and off. I love watching them grow as I continue to help them each and every day I'm helping them with their growth skills and every day life. with also having them feel accepted through their everyday life.
I have 7 plus years experience I am CPR/AED certified I have tons of references! I also have a son that is autistic he is 13 now. I spent most of the years studying to help kids like him :)
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Gina R.


New Haven, CT

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Gina. I have 2 daughters ages 14 and 10. I have my degree in psychology with a minor in child development. I have experience caring for children with and without special needs. I am professional and ready to care for your children . Having 2 kids of my own I understand the importance of great care and am here to...
Gina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sofia D.


Branford, CT

$20-21/hr9 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Sofia and I'm 22 years old. I have been working with children since I was about 13 years old. My 9 years of child care experience includes babysitting ages 0-12, daycare teacher ages infant-3 , and preschool/pre-k teacher ages 3-5. In highschool I volunteered at my local library to help run the children's music...
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Cassandra S.


North Haven, CT

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Educator And Caregiver

Hello! I'm Cassie, an RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) at InBloom Autism Services. I work with kiddos (from ages 2-7) with autism. Before this, I taught at the Foote School for four years as an associate teacher in fourth and fifth grade. During my time at Foote I also taught theater after school and assisted the director...
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Tessa W.


North Haven, CT

$27-35/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny And Fellow Parent

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello Parents! I, too, am a parent so I understand how precious your babies, your pets, and your household are to you. I am a mature candidate with years of experience working with children of all ages, and in many settings, from nannying; tutoring in public school and privately; teaching horseback riding lessons; directing a...
Tessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Diamond S.


New Haven, CT

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I've been in childcare for about 9 years. I started off as a teacher before transitioning into being a professional nanny. I have experience with severe allergies, special needs, & asthma. I've worked with ages as young as 6 weeks to 10 years old. I am also CPR/FIRST AID certified. The most rewarding part of my job is...
Diamond can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Amber R.


New Haven, CT

$17-20/hr3 yrs exp

I Love Children

I have a 11-year-old child that is currently in a group home. I ran a support group for 1 and a half years for families that have children with special needs which I wrote a proposal and got a grant for 5,000 dollars to do, I loved it. I also had training to become a family advocate and a parent leader I'm also familiar with...
Amber can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Cherie G.


Clinton, CT

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Very patient person who loves to take care of others! Graduated as a Medical Assistant, worked as a paraprofessional for years with special needs children, ran an at home daycare while raising my own children. Enjoyed taking care of many family members and friends with medical needs. Previous experience includes care of all...
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Sally D.


Clinton, CT

$21-28/hr10 yrs exp

I have extensive experience in childcare from 1987 to 2024. I was a nanny for 5 children for a professional family in Guilford and well as another professional family with 2 daughters in Woodbridge. I was a substitute teacher and a teacher's aide for the New Haven Board of Education Also, assisted with special needs children. My...
Sally can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Chelsea H.


Madison, CT

$17-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver- Special Needs Specifically

I am pursuing a degree in psychology-mental health at SCSU right now. I am a junior and have experience in the field. I interned at a day program for adults with traumatic brain injuries, developmental disabilities and visual impairments. My current job is as a life skills instructor for adults with disabilities (most on my...
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Tessa W.


North Haven, CT

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Like you, I am the parent of a special needs child so I understand, first hand, the challenges. I understand, too, how frightening it can be trusting someone with your child. Whatever I can provide to reassure you, will be provided, whether that be extra references, hard copy criminal background check... Just let me know. I have...
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Gabriella W.


Madison, CT

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi! My name is Gabby W, and I'm originally from Madison, Connecticut. I graduated from New York University in 2023 with a B. S. in Psychology and will be attending Columbia University in the fall for graduate school. In my free time, I love working out, hiking, reading, cooking, and spending time with friends and family. I truly...
Gabriella can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi my names Alexa M. & I've been working with senior citizens & intellectually disabled for three years I'm CPR certified I know how to personal care, companionship, and more I'm 23 from Branford Connecticut. Hope to hear soon.
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Sandra D.


Branford, CT

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm cheerful, capable, responsible, loyal, dedicated and reliable. I worked as a caregiver for 15 years. I like to take care of old people, you learn so much from them
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Rachel A.


Branford, CT

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello! I am an experienced caregiver as well as an early childhood educator for 5+ years. I have experience working with young children with special needs and developmental delays in the classroom, as well as 10+ years of nannying experience. I am first aid and CPR certified. I earned my bachelors degree in Human Development and...

Carli R.


Madison, CT

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Child Care

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a new graduate registered nurse and have great interest in becoming a pediatric nurse. I was a camp nurse this past summer to almost 500 children between the ages of 3 and 14. I feel comfortable working with children who have special needs or may currently be ill. In college I babysat regularly for a family with a...
Carli can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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"Carli is absolutely wonderful with my 10 month old daughter. She's sweet, caring and a very responsible sitter. I certainly recommend her!"

Ashley M.

Hi Family, I have worked taking care of and teaching kids since I began babysitting at 12. I have worked with 2-year-olds in my early jobs, and up to 5th graders in my teaching career. Currently I am a Special Education Teaching Assistant, with experience in ABA practices. I am certified in Elementary Teaching 1-6. I also have...
Hi, I'm Beth! I am a single mom to 3 thriving and growing children, 1 rescue dog, and a cat. My boys are 27 & 21 and my daughter is 18. I am well versed in juggling lots of activities and energy, as well as organizing a full and busy household. I am a lifelong CT resident and have always lived in the New Haven area. I am...

Sarah L.


Branford, CT

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Crafty Teacher Getting To Help Over The Summer

I am a certified teacher looking to occasionally help babysit/nanny for a family. I am highly creative and would love to plan some activities or some crafts with your little one. I love animals as well so if you have any that is perfectly fine. I also have experience with special needs children. Sarah
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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