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Phidoes B.


New Britain, CT

$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

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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/hr • 4 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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Melissa F.


Berlin, CT

$17-30/hr • 10 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/hr • 5 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Sarah G.


New Britain, CT

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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, meal prep, grocery shopping, 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:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, home modification, mobility assistance & 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: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
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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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kelly B.


Durham, CT

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

About Me!

Hi! My name is Kelly, and I'm currently pursuing a BS in Nursing with plans to double major in Child Psychology or Behavioral Science. I've cared for children ages 0 to 11 since I was 16 and have worked part time over the past four years at both the elementary and middle school in my hometown! I also have experience caring for...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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