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Heather H.


Andover, CT

$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Understand How Important Your Kids Are

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Heather M.


Stafford Springs, CT

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi , my name is Heather, and I currently hold a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work . During my undergraduate studies , as well as post graduation, I spent time working for two agencies in which I worked individually with persons with cognitive and developmental disabilities as well as in a group setting . I believe in maintaining...
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Morgan B.


Norwich, CT

$19-31/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have had lots of experience with special needs People of all ages and I really enjoy it. I am also a CNA'
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Jamie L.


Norwich, CT

$16-21/hr • 4 yrs exp

I Am Here To Help Provide Companionship While Assiting With Daily Activities!

I am new to this site, however, I am not new to senior care as I have 4 years of prior experience. I have both personal and professional experience with behavioral health and individuals with special needs. I am CPR and CPI trained through my previous employment as a Mental Health Worker at an inpatient hospital. I have...
Jamie can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, dementia, light cleaning
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Karen N.


Holland, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love working with children. I hold an Early Education degree and have worked in daycare settings, private homes, and a special education junior high class. During college, I was a nanny for two years and cared for twin infants. Once married, I enjoyed homeschooling my three children, two of whom had learning challenges which...
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Leanne W.


Danielson, CT

$17-25/hr • 1 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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Jenna S.


Coventry, CT

$17-35/hr • 10 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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Harley B.


East Woodstock, CT

$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

I have babysat for the past 15 years for a number of families with children ranging from 2 months old to preteens! During my summers in highschool and college, I worked as a one to one aide at camp for children with special needs. I also have experience working in a school as an aide. I currently work full time from home and am...
Harley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Lauren D.


Coventry, CT

$25-35/hr • 10 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.
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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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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Caitlyn M.


Hebron, CT

$25-30/hr • 5 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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Miranda B.


Thompson, CT

$16-21/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hey there! I have multiple years experience dealing with different types of disabilities. I just graduated nursing school a year and a half ago and I have dealt with people with disabilities in the nursing field but prior to that I worked for a company for 4 years dealing with those with disabilities. I have grown to love it....
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Elizabeth N.


Woodstock, CT

$30-40/hr • 6 yrs exp

I am a very patient, kind, and responsible caregiver. I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have a passion for helping children learn, grow and explore this world. I have worked with children, teens and adults with autism and other disabilities. Including working as a special education teacher...
I have never cared for a special needs child, but certainly would not hesitate. I am very loving, fun, and patient and would be a great caregiver for any child or adult. I helped my grandparents out a lot, and have some minimal experience with elderly.
I have experience with skills and the mental support being these needs. I'm always willing to learn more
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Mariah M.


Norwich, CT

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have experience working for DDS as a support for individuals with developmental disabilities as well as physical disabilities. I also have CNA experience working with adolescents of the same nature. I also have a 2-year-old son with severe ASD who is nonverbal so I have some sign language experience as well.
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Ariel L.


Bolton, CT

$17-25/hr • 2 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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Carah B.


Woodstock Valley, CT

$18/hr • 8 yrs exp

I'd Love To Work With You!

I love kids and pets! I have two dogs of my own. I've been caring for kids since my little brother was born and I've been a free babysitter for my mom! I currently work at my college as a tutor in a program called homework heroes! I help kids grades k-12 finish their homework and improve their grades as well as play with kids...
Carah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Julia K.


Bolton, CT

$45/hr • 5 yrs exp

High School Student

Hello! My name is Julia and I am a pediatric occupational therapist! Looking to help out local families.

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