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Melissa F.


Berlin, CT

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I have 12yrs experience working. With dds in group homes or independent Living or at pvt homes Covid vaccinated and first aid CPR certified I'm caring and compassionate Look forward to hearing from You thanks Melissa
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Langelihle M.


New Britain, CT

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Sunny Nanny.

Hi , my name is Lange which directly means sunshine & that's exactly what my personality is, full of warmth and brings happiness and growth. I'm a caring , patient and responsible person and have over 5 years of experience working with children including special needs. I am First Aid trained CPR/AED certified including...
Langelihle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Hannah J.


Wallingford, CT

$22-25/hr5 yrs exp

Love Doing Crafts And Can Make Most Activities Fun For The Children

Hi! I'm a very reliable worker and will always be patient with your children and strive to create a happy and healthy babysitting environment. I have over 8 years of babysitting experience , I started when I was a freshman in high school. Now as a junior in college, I'm looking for a more stable nannying / babysitting job. I am...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

Hello! My name is Sarah, and I'm a responsible yet fun 25-year-old. I have always loved children, and I appreciate the value and impact of early childhood care. Babysitting kids in my neighborhood was my very first job, which continued all through high school. I went on to complete a bachelors degree in psychology and have...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Caroline C.


Middletown, CT

$28-35/hr5 yrs exp

Personal Caregiver For Mature Aged

Hi! My name is Caroline and I love caring for all people! My background includes caring for special needs children to 92! I love being a companion! I am well versed in bathing, dressing, light housekeeping, meal prep, med prep and errands. I love to play cards, crochet, take walks, chit-chat and can find happiness in just about...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
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Carla G.


Southington, CT

$17-19/hr7 yrs exp

Mom/Special Ed Para/CNA

I have always enjoyed working with kids/people who have special needs. I'm a natural caregiver & a dependable person. I have worked as s CNA at The Alzheimer's Resource Center & Mulberry Gardens both in Southington. Once my son was in school full time I got a job as a Special Ed Para in an elementary school. I am available...
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. I am currently pursuing my master's degree, in the meantime, I...
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Caroline C.


Middletown, CT

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have cared for children with physical and mental disabilities before. I have experience with feeding tube care, OT, PT and speech therapy providers and working alongside them. Caring for children with sensory processing disorder and autism.
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Michele G.


Middletown, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Para-educator For Handicap And Autistic Children

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I provide babysitting services for children ranging in ages of infant to the age of 21. I worked as a teacher's aid for 10 years with students that were handicap and special needs, I taught life skills and helped students meet their individual goals. I was also a camp counselor for children ages 7-9 through a local...
Michele can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sendrella N.


New Britain, CT

$16-27/hr3 yrs exp

Looking To Help You And Family Have A Better Time With Your Loved Ones

I'm drawn to working with this client because I have a deep passion for supporting seniors, including those with special needs. My flexible nature and willingness to go the extra mile enable me to provide compassionate care and make a meaningful difference in their lives.
Sendrella can also help with: Home modification, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Paola E.


New Britain, CT

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Hello! My name is Paola. I am 24 years old, native from Puerto Rico. I am a graduate student at CCSU. Around my community I was known for being everyone's baby sitter. I've had experience with babies through teens. I've also enjoyed babysitting kids with special needs. When I was little I got the experience of having a few...
Paola can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
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Leanne O.


Middletown, CT

$35-40/hr6 yrs exp

Hello my name is Leanne! I worked for Goodwill industries for almost seven years as a job coach for the mentally challenged young adults and older adults. Focusing on the needs of young adults with autism and Down syndrome preparing them for independence needed for the work force and Independent living.
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Asiah S.


New Britain, CT

$16-22/hr9 yrs exp

I am the older sister of 8 other siblings. Being a caregiver is natural for me. I started professionally working with kids in 2016 as a counselor for elementary school aged children, including children with special needs. In 2018 I started working as a daycare teacher with infants up to age 5, including children with special...
Asiah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Amy C.


Wallingford, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Certified

Hi there! I graduated from UConn in 2013 with a Bachelors and Masters degree in special education. I have 15 years of babysitting experience and have also worked as a camp counselor. I am a former special education teacher of 5 years. My experience is with students grades K-2 with a variety of disabilities including Autism,...
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Niya E.


Middletown, CT

$17-25/hr

Occupational Therapy Student

I'm a junior OT student looking to further my experience working with special needs children and adolescents! I am very outgoing, patient and reliable! I have 6 years of experience working with children ranging from ages 6 months-14 years old. I have worked with special needs children at summer camp and am looking to pursue an...
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. I am currently pursuing my master's degree, in the meantime, I...
Vanessa can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Meghan L.


Wallingford, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Fun And Involved Babysitter!

Hi! My name is Meghan. I am 31 years old. I currently work in a school district with kids with disabilities and special needs. I have been working with kids of all ages since I was 16. (Infants to school age) I am a dependable and compassionate caregiver. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt in any...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi, my name's Vanesa. I have over 5 years experience working in the healthcare field. I have experience caring for all ages, birth to geriatrics. I've also cared for individuals with mental and physical disabilities. I am currently a DDS residential manager and coordinator. I train direct support staff on how to properly care...
I have much experience working for those with special needs. I have worked as a Direct Support Professional for adults with varying levels of developmental disabilities. In addition, the last 3 summers I have spent as a camp counselor for children with life threatening and chronic conditions such as hemophilia, cerebral palsy,...
Hello, My name is Taylor. I have worked as a special education para in West Hartford Public schools for 3 years. I just recently obtained my Registered Behavior Tech certification and i'm excited to start doing what I love the most, working and learning from people with disabilities.

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