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Danielle R.


Waterbury, CT

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

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I have experience with special needs persons and children. I have been a caregiver for over 10 years. To include a job coach and companion helping with life skills and recreational activities. I am a trustworthy and reliable individual who values and respects the people I work with. I also have a Bachelor's degree in psychology.
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Leida L.


Waterbury, CT

$8-25/hr2 yrs exp

Leida holds a degree in education, specializing in the compassionate care of children with special needs.
Leida can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, home modification
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Jillian C.


Oakville, CT

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! I am a recent graduate of Southern Connecticut State University with my BS in Early Childhood Education and Liberal Studies with a concentration in psychology & children, family, and community studies. I also got my Associates degree in ECE in 2021 from NVCC in Waterbury. I have been working with children since 2019. I...
Jillian can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

My name is Crystal and I've currently been a CNA for 16 years (13 in a nursing home taking care of trachea /vent patients with underlying issues). I have experience with a. m/p. m care, incontinence care, feeds ( weather it be orally or g-tube), CPR/ first aid, ADL's, transfers ( ranging from stand pivot, 2 person assist, slide...
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Courtney R.


Wolcott, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Providing A Care, Love, And Support To Those In Need.

I grew up living and taking care of my aunt with special needs. I also volunteered to help work with special needs students for a summer school program and for the Special Olympics. Also, volunteered to work in a special ed classroom when needed an elementary school. When working for a private day care I also worked along side...
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Shinice S.


Waterbury, CT

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Shinice! I'm 18 years old and currently in college for my BA, majoring in criminology. I use to work at a Sportswear company and at a daycare. Unfortunately wasn't able to work with my school schedule and the daycare was only for summers. I attend school Mon-Thurs from 9am-1 p.m. I'm available any time after...
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Rachel H.


Wolcott, CT

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

I am a registered behavior technician and I work at a school that provides applied behavior analysis procedures to kids diagnosed with autism. I have over 3 years of experience working with kids and about 1 year of experience working with special needs 1:1 as a behavior technician.
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Malissa C.


Naugatuck, CT

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hello. My name is Malissa. I am a honest, loving, patient, and caring certified nurses aide with 15 plus years experience. I have also worked with children with special needs (behavior programs, etc) CPR and first aid certified. Above all I am a loving, dedicated, devoted, responsible mother of 3 amazing children. Two which are...
Malissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

I like caring for people with special needs and mental illnesses because of my 7 years and ongoing experience in a variety of settings. There's never a dull moment. It is great to be part of the journey of an individual who wants to reach a milestone and achieve their goals. CPR certification (Adults & Children) Bachelor's in...
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Hilary G.


Watertown, CT

$17-20/hr

Mother Of 4 With Grown Children

I currently live in Watertown, CT. I'm 45 years old, and have 4 grown children and am one of seven myself. So I'm used a big family, full of fun and chaos. :) I have a medical background as well as experience with special needs. I also have an art background, having been an instructor.. which comes in handy with kids! I have...
Hilary can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Serenity W.


Wolcott, CT

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Childcare/care Giver

I have a passion for helping and caring for others. With experience caring for children between the ages of 1-15 I can ensure a safe, secure environment. I'm certified in the study of early childhood development. I also have experience caring for children with special needs or that need some for of accommodation.
Serenity can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Hilary V.


Woodbury, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Long Time Caregiver With Special Needs Experience Looking For Long Term Employment Locally.

I've been in the medical field since 2001. I started out in nursing homes caring for the elderly then switched into personal in home care due to how I saw how people were treated in those facilities. I went back to school in 2006 and received my medical assisting degree. From there I went into working in offices but quickly went...
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Kayla D.


Watertown, CT

$22-23/hr4 yrs exp

Hello, I have experience working with children and young adults who present with special needs. I have extensive experience in both providing services within someone's home, along with a residential setting.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I am 31 and have been working with children since 14, first privately, working for family friends and so on and then on to working in day care setting and becoming a mother myself. I have taken an early childhood development course and was CPR trained at the day care I worked in. I have experience with preemie children, up...
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Hilary G.


Watertown, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Dealing With Special Needs Looking To Care For Your Loved One.

Hello. My name is Hilary, and I'm a 35-year-old female residing in the San Fernando Valley. I currently work with special needs kids and the elderly but am looking for hours which are a bit more full time. I have been in the medical field for 16 years now. I started out as CNA and went back to college in 2006 and received my...
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Mariela G.


Waterbury, CT

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

I am currently a DSP (direct support professional) for 3 different individuals that are adults with special needs. I am also a mother to an autistic girl that is 13 and is nonverbal with a lot of SIB (self injurious behaviors)
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Christina Z.


Beacon Falls, CT

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hello my name is Christina Z. I've been a care giver for 15 plus years now . I love being a care giver . Nothing is more important to me then going above and beyond for my client . I love the outside and just sitting on the deck or back looking outside. I also like to have fun too with arts and crafts our just anything fun ....
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Deone F.


Waterbury, CT

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have years of experience with special needs children, I was trained by company because I was my grandson caregiver
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Theresa M.


Waterbury, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I've worked in the special needs Field for 16 years, and I also take care of an elderly couple which one of them has dementia, I am compassionate caring and love what I do I am a caretaker and I also know sign language
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Marisol A.


Waterbury, CT

$20-30/hr

Babysitter/ Direct Support Professional

Hello, I am a mother to two awesome boys, ages 2 and 5. I recently relocated with my family from New Jersey to Whittier, California. I left behind my position as Habilitation Specialist/ Supervisor at a dayhab center working with Adults with Autism and other disabilities. I provided 1:1 and group care to individuals on a daily...

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