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Erin M.


West Hartford, CT

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

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Hi! For the past 8 years I have babysat for children toddlers to pre-teens. In addition I have babysat children with special needs, I have also been a teachers assistant in an art class. I am very responsible and well organized, fun and energetic and I'm willing to help with other responsibilities. I am very comfortable with...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Liliana E.


Farmington, CT

$17-21/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny For Your Family.

I work as an assistant for birth to 3 and English/Spanish translator to therapists, OT, teachers, for autistic children, giving me valuable experience working with children who have special needs. I also worked part time as a teacher's assistant at a Montessori school, where I guided children in performing essential activities...
Liliana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CNA

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Millie B.


West Hartford, CT

$17-30/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Millie! I am 23 years old and just finished my junior year at UConn. Before transferring to UConn, I worked at Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School for half a year. There, I worked the before and aftercare programs as well as working as a one-on-one para wonderful special needs child. I love working with kids! I am...
Millie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jess R.


Plainville, CT

$26-32/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced With Special Needs, Graduate Social Work Student

I am a licensed social worker in CT and I have experience with diagnoses including: Autism, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, ADD, ADHD and emotional dysregulation. If needed, my resume is available upon request....
hello- my name is Ivory and I have experience babysitting children for about 8 years now. I am a very loving individual that has worked with all kinds of children, especially those of special needs. my goal as a babysitter is to make sure of the overall wellbeing of the children in my care by guiding them. I would deem myself to...
Ivory can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sarah T.


New Britain, CT

$13-18/hr7 yrs exp

Reliable And Experienced Sitter!

Hello! Hope everyone is doing okay! I'm looking for a full/part time nannying job. My availability is completely open until August 25! I'm 20 years old and a Junior in the nursing program at CCSU. With that being said, I am CPR/ infant CPR certified, wound care certified, and am educated in injury/accident prevention! I am...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Daniel S.


Hartford, CT

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Dan

Hi, I'm Dan ! I have over 4 years of experience working at day camps as a lifeguard, where I've cared for children of all ages, including those with special needs. My experience also includes volunteering as a teacher at Pierce School in Brookline, where I developed my skills in engaging and supporting young learners. I am...
Daniel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

My name is Madison , I am a CNA and have worked for the Hospital. I have cared for patients with developmental disabilities, Special needes, Autism, ADD/ADHD, cerebral palsy, Down's syndrome, patients that are blind along with many other patients that require specialized care.
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Kirstyn A.


Rocky Hill, CT

$17-50/hr

Nanny/ Certified Occupational Therapist

My true passion has always been working with kids, specifically children that have special needs. My passion led me to go to grad school and become a recently certified occupational therapist. I got my masters in occupational therapy and graduated this past December 2019. I have experience working with children with the...
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Judith B.


East Hartford, CT

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Elderly Care Provider

I am passionate about caring for people. I have 13 years experience in the field. I am first aid and CPR certified. Also, I'm certified in medication administration. Apart from doing the regular daily routine, I also love to do outings, cooking, salons or just talking and playing card games. I can provide undivided attention...
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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, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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"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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Latasha P.


Hartford, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

At Home Mom/ Sitter Provider

Caring for those can be a challenging but rewarding experience knowing that you are able to help them live an normal life as much as possible. With a daily routine of outdoors and physical activities along well balanced diet meals and personal care can help their day go very well. Just a friendly warm smile giving companionship...
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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: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kinga W.


Plainville, CT

$27-32/hr3 yrs exp

Hi. My name is Kinga. I was born and raised in Poland. I had experience with old people especially with Dementia and Alzheimer's disease. I worked for Agency company and cared of my grandmother who is blind and poorly waking. I am trustworthy, punctual and responsible for my client. I can do light housekeeping, laundry,...
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Heidi S.


Wethersfield, CT

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Super Summer Nanny

I am a mom of 2 grown children who works in an elementary school and majored in Education in college. I have about 40 years experience in child care and education. I have helped raise 11 nieces, nephews and great nephews. I currently work in an elementary school with special needs children aiding with their classroom work and...
Heidi can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

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Kelly M.


Hartford, CT

$17-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Kelly! I have around 3 years of experience babysitting, 6 years of experience taking care of students with special needs. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation and I also have my own car.
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

looking for some part-time babysitting! I am a reliable, caring, and friendly individual who has a passion for working with children! I have a lot of experiences well! I am an EMT and have worked as a camp counselor for children ages 5-12 as well as volunteered at a special needs based camp for much older children (13-21).. I...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello! My name is Jordan, and I am a graduate student in the doctoral program of clinical psychology at the University of Hartford concentrating in the adolescent child track. I just finished working in a cognitive neuroscience lab at Georgetown University working with children and teenagers with a wide range of psychiatric...
My previous childcare experience involved me helping the children complete their homework, identifying areas of difficulty, and aiding them to get a better understanding of the topic. Designed games and activities suited to each individual child's needs. Promoted kindness, manners, and social skills with stories and activities.
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Lena E.


Farmington, CT

$27-40/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher Looking To Nanny Part-time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lena and I am a preschool teacher who is looking to nanny. I have been working as a preschool teacher for 15 years and just completed my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I absolutely love children - I have raised two that are now in college and have worked as a teacher since I was 22 years old. I...
Lena can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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