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Hannah J.


Wallingford, CT

$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

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

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Sarah G.


New Britain, CT

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Carla G.


Southington, CT

$17-19/hr • 7 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...
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Vanessa P.


Middletown, CT

$30/hr • 9 yrs exp

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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Michele G.


Middletown, CT

$17/hr • 10 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:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Sendrella N.


New Britain, CT

$16-27/hr • 3 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: Mobility assistance, live-in home care, errands, home modification, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Paola E.


New Britain, CT

$15-25/hr • 1 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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Leanne O.


Middletown, CT

$35-40/hr • 6 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

$17-22/hr • 9 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, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Melanie B.


Wallingford, CT

$22-38/hr • 20 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing childcare provider with two decades of experience, my passion lies in fostering children's growth and development. I believe in creating a safe and stimulating environment where children can learn, explore, and thrive. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and imagination, allows me to engage...
Melanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Vanessa P.


Middletown, CT

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Meghan L.


Wallingford, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & 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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Lauren G.


Wallingford, CT

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Quinnipiac University Student, Experienced Nanny And Babysitter, Looking For Position

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello all, my name is Lauren, welcome to my profile. I love children, and feel honored that so many have trusted me to assist them as their children grow and develop. I have experience both nannying and babysitting. I started babysitting about 15 years ago, so I have a very extensive background at this point. I've worked with...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Michael B.


Middletown, CT

$17-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello... I am Michael. I am a middle aged Care Giver. I have over 10 years of combined Non-Medical Caregiving experience. I have gained my expertise via family, personal, and agency experiences. I also have familiarity with taking care of Special Needs adults and children. Feel free to contact me with any questions. Please share...
Michael can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, home modification, companionship & more
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...

Zina R.


Middletown, CT

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Helping Hands Available!!

From taking care of the Elderly to infants and toddlers. I worked for New. Britain transportation (10 yrs) on the Children's Special needs School Bus. Making sure no medical emergencies happen on my shift with any of my children. I call them my children because I have my eyes and ears on them as if they were my own. I raised...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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