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Taylor S.


Cromwell, CT

$32/hr8 yrs exp

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Hi there, I'm Taylor and I have been babysitting for over 8 Years. I have experience working with all ages and also experience with special needs. I love taking care a kids.
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

4.0
" Taylor is an energetic and fun person to be with."

Jon S.

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Niya E.


Middletown, CT

$17/hr4 yrs exp

I Am A College Student Looking For Work While I'm Home On Break!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a recent psychology grad from Worcester State University and am looking for night or weekend babysitting/ care giving as I am in between undergrad and grad school. I have experience with children ages 3 months-17 years old. I have also worked with adults and elderly in rehabilitation and nursing homes. I have experience...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Suzanne E.


Berlin, CT

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, there! I'm an experienced caregiver and companion comfortable with special needs children and adults. I'm certified through DDS for individualized day and personal support. I'm generally available for part time or occasional requests. Please feel free to contact me to discuss your situation and see if we could be a good fit....
Suzanne can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Suzanne has a loving and thoughtful approach to everything she does in life, and especially to the children she works with. It is important to her to build a relationship with each child individually, and she does that while simultaneously holding children...

Anna R.

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Lilith C.


Southington, CT

$16-50/hr16 yrs exp

Enjoy play time, meal prep, light housekeeping. Warm and friendly personality, experience with children with special needs and children of all ages. Pet friendly. Homework assist, school or activity drop off or pick up. Mother of 3.
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Vanessa P.


Middletown, CT

$28-35/hr9 yrs exp

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Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I am looking to obtain a job as your next family helper. I am very creative, humble and patient! I have worked within Connecticut's special needs community for the past nine years as a behavioral therapist along with assisting families whom require senior, tender love...
Vanessa can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Niyah T.


New Britain, CT

$18-22/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced DSP

I have my degree in Rehabilitation and Disability. I struggle with my own disabilities and have experience assisting at home and in the community with adults with disabilities and children.
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Julia G.


Middletown, CT

$17-21/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My love for working with special needs children began when my younger brother was born. I am now raising my own children with special needs.
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Timesha F.


Berlin, CT

$35-40/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! I have significant experience caring for individuals with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disabilities. I currently nanny an amazing 9-year-old boy, who is both on the spectrum (mostly nonverbal) and also diagnosed with ADHD. I am free 8am- 2 p.m. NG Please feel free to reach out with any questions or interests! Thank...
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Andrea K.


New Britain, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Holistic In Home Personal Caregier

I take a holistic approach with an upbeat and positive attitude at all times. I always go above and beyond my responsibilities. As we are all human and all require love and care during different aspects of our lives, I provide a loving approach and do my best to align with the ones I am caring for. I have studied human behavior...
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Kelsie D.


Southington, CT

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

Behavior Technician

I have going on three years of experience in a public school program focusing on promoting functional lives for primarily students with Autism and other related learning and cognitive disabilities :) I have skills in changing diapers, behavior support/management/PMT, deescalation strategies, and promoting a fun and positive...
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Cathrin H.


Middlefield, CT

$14-50/hr2 yrs exp

Dependable And Compassionate Care Giver

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, loyal and dependable I grew up in a large family caring for my sibling. From there I worked in a daycare during my teenage years for children around the ages of 1-4. I have experience with special needs children. I grew up with a sibling on the autistic spectrum. I have also...
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Irish C.


Wallingford, CT

$18-24/hr8 yrs exp

22 Years Old With Nearly 9 Years Of Paid Childcare Experience - Teaching And Nannying

I am currently looking for a part-time nanny position, preferably live out and in New Haven County. I'm a caregiver who enforces rules, while doing my best to maintain a loving and kind environment where the children in my care feel safe and have fun while learning. I have experience with all family types; same sex parents,...
Irish can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Nicole M.


Berlin, CT

$17/hr2 yrs exp

Nanny And Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! I am a very honest, energetic and loving person. I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. Most recently, I worked at a school working with adolescents and adults with autism. Prier to that I worked for a day care in Berlin where I taught a class of 1-year-olds. I love to cook and do not have any...
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Devon V.


Cheshire, CT

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

I have been caring for and raising children for as long as I can remember . for me, childcare is a choice, and I am grateful for the opportunity to help support my family by doing what I Love. I am first aid/CPR certified and have over 30 years experience. I am a mother of 4, including identical twin girls, so I have multiples...
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Taylor C.


Southington, CT

$16-21/hr

ABA Behavioral Therapist

I currently work as a Behavioral Therapist offering in-school and in-home ABA therapy. I work with children and teens diagnosed with Autism to improve social and communication skills through reinforcement, discrete trial training, contingency systems, and modeling. My passion includes working with children and making a positive...
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Michele G.


Middletown, CT

$17-20/hr8 yrs exp

Care Provider For Students With Special Needs

I've spent the last eight years working in the Middletown Public School District as a care provider for students who are handicap and require special needs. My job duties included modifying and implementing appropriate academic programs that will suit the needs of each individual student, repositioning and body transfer using a...
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Andrea K.


New Britain, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Children

I'm a mother of 2 grown children and a grandmother of two. I was class Mom for both of my children during their 5-12th grade. Children love me. I'm very active yet calm, focused and kind. I've cared for 4 special needs patients this year and am educated in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as other methods of care.
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Andrea watched our child for a few months to bridge us to day care. She's very attentive and loved to stay active with our very busy girl."

Melissa L.

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Claire W.


Middletown, CT

$25-50/hr8 yrs exp

Since 2007 I have provided childcare to children of all ages. I have experience changing diapers, cooking and feeding children, facilitating quiet time and naps, driving children to school and other activities, working with children on age-appropriate projects, among other responsibilities. I have 9 years of experience working...
I have been caring for youths and adults for years. I have been working in group home, nursing house, facility, hospital and individual homes. I help my clients with their live activities such as, personal and companion care, meal preparation, light cleaning, laundry, transportation services, Exercise, medications and more.
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Madeline S.


New Britain, CT

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I teach Special Education grades K-5 during the school year. I am available to assist after school or on weekends. I love being a Special Education teacher and would love to help out a family at home if needed.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Meriden, CT

Taylor S.

5.0

I have known Taylor since she was two years old. She is a loving, caring, responsible young woman. She is dependable and always has a smile on her face very up beat ! Treats my daughter like and little sister. Love her !!

- Karen R.

Suzanne E.

5.0

Suzanne has been our son's nanny for more than a year. She's reliable and on time, and is always willing to be flexible, lend a hand around the house, or stay late if needed. She's great with our big dog too, and even checked on our house and was thoughtful and caring enough to leave us a...

- Kristy M.

Andrea K.

5.0

Andrea watched our child for a few months to bridge us to day care. She's very attentive and loved to stay active with our very busy girl.

- Melissa L.

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